Slick Yachtman Hobbs Arrested in Providence Fraud Case
O Harold Hobbs, alias Col Hobbs, described as a prolific swindler, was arrested by Providence detectives Parker and Osmond after passing a series of bad checks in Bristol Warren and Boston. He posed as a yachtsman, claimed a Tiverton residence, hired a yacht, left unpaid bills, and carried damaged valuables. He admits past jail time and travels nationwide with forged checks and counterfeit security.
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Bristol
Defender
Aswell
Col. Hobbs
Tiverton
Herreshoffe
E M
Darling
Slocum
Providence
Bulletin
Parker and
Osmond
City Hall
O. Harold Hobbs
Hobbs
Parker and Cannon
Dorrance Street
Obbs
Horace Franklin
Franklin Rothera
Boston
Warren
Frank Arnold
Franklin Brothers
Goto Rehoboth
First National Bank of
Goff
Franklin
Warren Bank
Fall River
Muade
Bristol Grays to meet Oranatong on the Common
Bright anticipation surrounds tomorrow at three as Bristol Grays face Oranatong in a postponed game from the Fourth. The Crewstops are strong, and a decisive result is expected in this high profile matchup on the Common.
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Bristol Grays
Crewstops
Bristol News Roundup of Obituaries and Local Events
Mrs. Mary Trotter dies at 70 in Bristol after long service to St Michael's church and charity work. Michael Brahaney suffers a near-drowning during Narragansett Bay cruise. rescue succeeds. New opera house renovations nearly complete with August opening anticipated. Five mile bicycle race to be held at 6 30 with prizes and details. Wardwell anniversary celebration at Usher Place features fireworks, music, and refreshments.
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Mary Trotter
Andrew RB. Trotter
William BR. Trotter
Hope Street
Trotter
England
Williams
New York City
Bristol
National Rubber Company
Providence
New York
Wm. R. Trotter
Trinity Church
Eleanor
Michael Brahaney
Narragansett Bay
Bullock’s Point
Crescent Park
Prudence Island
Sabin’s Point
Brahaney
Frank Praraney
Saint Spee
Opera House
Town Hall
8. O. Easterbrooks
Charles F. Sparks
Hope
State Streets
Frank M. Wardwell
Usher Place
Bristol Neck
Warren
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Rascal
C. Harold Hobbs
Comédite
Worcester
Mase
Horace Hobbs
Registry of
Waldo House
Rogers Free Library
Weyman
Stanley J. J
Wolf
London
Ingersoll
J. A. Lambert
Buffalo
Hec
Fox
Wm. Emsebius Andrews
Baltimore
James F. Scanlon
Banygbrey
New York USA
State Street
James Tobin
Quirk’s Block
Cor
State
Wood Sts
Oakdale Butterine
Quirk Bros
W. Fred Fish
Fred H Hoar
Bristol, R. I
Thames Street
Sylvania Cigars
Mount Vernon
Arrick Club
Aspevlialty
Thames
Head Fall River
Ordein
G. W. Easterbrooke
MR. W. A. Douglas
Bristol Jewelers
Bristol, RI
Bristol County
Burgess’ News Depot
Mlowers
Philadelphia
James A. Miller
Bradford Street
Dryore
Coleay
Bris1sol
George H. Pearce
Walter Pearce
Sain
Herbert F. Bennett
Collector’s Sale
R.J
Wood
Union
Cook Streets
Gov. Bush
Guardian
Two Bones
Sarah Ann Allen
Emanuel Sullivan
New Bedford
Commonwealth of Mason- ChUeests
Tessa Ménot
Allen
Bald
Tuis Court
Ullicy
Salu Bistol
Omnissrator
Notich
Hungavie Court of
Alice Khuun
Apa
Ellery “.Greene
Robate Court
Brissol
Lydia W. Kendall
Annie SM. Kendall
Esidismotul
Bald Ward
Seluy Guardian
H.m
Bristol Phenix
Hebert F. Bennett
Bristol Gas Light
Manchester
Geo. W. Easterbrooks
New England
N. N. Cole
T. P. Morris
HOFF
Weyeth
L. F. Gorhaws
J. N. Morris
Best
General Grant
R. I
Morris’ Pharmacy
Lagondorph
Couch Street
Stone Jura
Henry UU. Busworth
Snow Street
Uardian
Edwing. Bubdive
Firs Bey
Mow
Geo. E. Ingraham
Cottage Street
PEATS
Peat
Chicago
Ceu Reka
Hand Laundry
S. C. White
Woman's Exchange
J. P. Reynolds
Samuel C
Easterbrooks House Painting & Graining
Bristol, R
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