Town Council Meeting This Evening and Local Visits
A Town Council meeting is set for this evening. Mrs Jessie Dougall and two children of Clinton Massachusetts visit Mr and Mrs Arthur Jasmin on Constitution street. An agreement between Thomas Fisher and Trinity church corporation was recorded yesterday. F A Adriance and family of Baltimore arrived for the summer and stay at Point Pleasant Pappoosesquaw. At the 10 30 service next Sunday Rev R N Turner will officiate and the rector will play at the organ in place of Mr Kinder. Master Pardon Kenney will sing O Rest in the Lord. James Cronin of Providence drowned off Pappoosesquaw Point. search efforts continue daily with Captain Lyman F Potts and his sloop Rocket dredging for the body. The George W Farwell ran aground near Mussel Bed Light on Monday and was freed by tug S Thomas Brown on Tuesday. A fire on State street end of Wood street caused by fireworks burned shingles. residents extinguished it before the department arrived. The house is owned by Henry Thiele.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessie Dougall
Clinton, Mass
Arthur Jasmin
Constitution Street
Thomas Fisher
Trinity Church Corporation
F.A. Adriance
Baltimore
Point Pleasant
Trinity Church
R. N. Turner
Kinder
Pardon Kenney
James Cronin
Providence
Pappoosesquaw Point
Lyman F. Potts
Rocket
George W. Farwell
Tiverton
New York
S. Thomas Brown
Fall River
State Street
Wood Street
Thomas Scanlon
Henry Thiele
Runaway Horse Upsets Fish Wagon on Bradford Street
Just before noon today a horse hitched to Frederic L. Warner's fish wagon bolted on Bradford Street toward Thames. The animal dragged the wagon across the street, throwing the fish box and tossing Warner onto the sidewalk. He escaped with minor bruises while witnesses inspected the damaged wagon and strewn fish and peas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederic L. Warner
Bradford Street
Thames Street
Mr Warner
Thames
Bradford Streets
Namgait
Mr. Warner
Armstrong Downey Wedding Ties Asheville and Providence
At St Mary's rectory Olneyville Father Powers united John Armstrong of Asheville North Carolina and Bridget Downey daughter of the late Thomas Downey of Bristol in marriage. Attendants were William F Finley and Mamie A Wrynn. Caterer Gelb hosted luncheon at Michael R Downey's Broad Street Providence home. The couple left Providence last night for Asheville to reside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Mary’s Church
Olneyville
Powers
John Armstrong
Asheville
N. C
Bridget Downey
Thomas Downey
Bristol
William F Finley
Mamie A Wrynn
Gelb
Michael R. Downey
Broad Street
Providence
Mrs.Armstrong
Finals of Handicap Tennis at Excelsior Club
The Excelsior Tennis Club held the handicap tournament finals at Silver Creek on Tuesday. Wm. M. Fischer, a scratch player, defeated R. N. Nelson who carried a 15 point handicap. Nelson won the first two sets 6-1 6-2, Fischer claimed the next two 6-4 6-0, and the final set 9-7 to win the title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Excelsior Tennis Club
Silver Creek
Wm. M. Fischer
R. N. Nelson
Nelson
Fischer
Obituary of Edward J. Toomey
Edward J. Toomey a popular young man died at his grandfather Bartley Keegan 14 Congregational street after a long tuberculosis illness He was born in Newport son of late John and Mary E Toomey aged 20 he leaves one sister He served as corporal in Company C Second Regiment He belonged to St Marys Total Abstinence Society His funeral was held yesterday at 9 am from his residence with services at St Marys church and burial in St Marys cemetery Floral tributes came from relatives friends and St Marys TA Society Pallbearers were William Cleaver Patrick Brides John Downey John Miller Joan Wretts and Curtstieers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward J. Toomey
Bartley Keegan
Congregational Street
Newport
John and
Mary E [Keegan] Toomey
St Mary's Total Abstinence Society
St Mary's Church
St. Mary’s Cemetery
St Mary’s T Aa. Society
William Cleaver
Patrick Brides
John Downey
John Miller
Joan Wretts
Curtstieers
D Wolf Inn Arrivals Reported for the Week
The D Wolf Inn welcomed guests this week including Mrs Albert Fenner Jr of Providence W D Areson R D Areson of Boston Leon Lott and wife of Providence Miss Mary B Curtis Miss Jessie S Steane of Hartford Canan J A Hanlon of Boston George A Cookson of Holden Mass and M Sears and wife of Boston
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D'Wolf Inn
Albert Fenner, Jr
Providence
W. D. Areson
R D. Areson
Boston
Leon Lcott
Mary B. Curtis
Jessie
Emersons Best Bequest Review by George A Gordon
Rev George A Gordon in Atlantic surveys Ralph Waldo Emerson praising his spirit and essays as revealing his inner self. He notes both truth and eccentricity in Emersons fireside confessional writing and weighs his merit against his idiosyncrasies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emerson
Emerson Les
George A. Gordon
Atlantic
Corn Breeding Fields and Selection Method
A small acre sized field is prepared and planted with about 120 hills long and thirty rows wide. Each row comes from a separate ear and barren or undesirable stalks are removed before tasseling. In fall, selected rows yield the seed for next year, improving per acre yield, quality, and type through direct stalk and ear selection. Cosmopolitan.
A High Priced Fricassee and Lord Alvanley’s Banquet
A tale of Lord Alvanley famed for wit and appetite. He bought a luncheon in a basket for $1,000 to feed a Thames voyage party among a dozen diners at a London club. His fricassee, costing about $540, featured noix from thirteen bird varieties including snipes, woodcocks, and pheasants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Alvanley
England
Thames
London
Alvanley
Curious Effect Noted in American Desert Inn Route
In the Am des report an inn halfway up the direct route marks a curious effect where ascenders perish from cold while descenders are overwhelmed by heat as they meet halfway.
The Maltese Goat Size and Price Described
A Maltese goat stands about 2 feet 6 inches tall and weighs around 100 pounds. A good milk animal costs from 50 to 125 dollars.
The Game of Checkers Origins and Names
The game of checkers originated in Egypt around 4000 years ago. It is older than chess. The name checkers comes from the board being cheeky, a heraldic term, while the old English name is draughts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Egypt
Medicinal Remedies Known Through History
The article notes that nearly 20,000 medicinal remedies are known, highlighting a long tradition of diverse treatments and evolving pharmacology across eras and cultures. It underscores the breadth of traditional and historical medicines cataloged by researchers and healers.
Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company to mark sixtieth anniversary
The Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company votes to observe its 60th anniversary next Wednesday evening July 22. A parade if weather allows, supper at the station, and a clambake and field day are planned. Original members include Edward I Thompson and Leonard Sanford. The engine, built by Richmond of New Bedford, remains stored at Hope. Committees were named for arrangements, transportation, and next week engine trials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hydraulion Company
Crescent Park
Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company
John T. Ashton
Carl C Witherill
Philip Brady
Edward I.thompson
Leonard Sanford
Richmond
New Bedford
Mass
Bristol
Hope Street
Julien Close
Walter H. Coggeshall
Thomas J. Milburn
Funeral of Michael Lavender Held at St Mary's Church
A large funeral procession gathered on Wood Street for Michael Lavender. Rev P McCabe officiated at a requiem high mass at St Mary's Church with Celia O Leary and Leo Mulholland performing. Pallbearers from Mt Hope Council Royal Arcanum led the procession to St Mary's Cemetery followed by an array of floral tributes from family friends and local organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Lavender
Wood Street
St. Mary's Church
P. McCabe
Celia O'Leary
Providence
Jesus
James Duffy
Thomas Goff, Jr
James C. Hammill
A. McGowan
E. C. Morrissey
Marguerite M Daffy
Baxter
D. J. Neylan
W. F. Daffy
Mt. Hope Council
Royal Arcanum
Y. G.G C
Louise Lavender
State Street M E Church Notes
State Street M E Church increases summer activity with upcoming events. Sunday morning theme is A Strong Quartette of Forces Gold and Goodness Power and Righteousness. Sunday evening features a stereopticon passion play for all ages at 7 30. Mid week devotional meetings draw pastor attention. Epworth League announces six month Topic Card with officers and topics. Sunday evening theme led by Mrs Susie Easterbrooks Strong Men and Women the Nation's Hope. Lawn party July 21 followed by a clam bake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M E
Epworth League
Susie Easterbrooks
Cholera Infantum Cure Promoted for Infants
An article promotes Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with castor oil as a cure for infant cholera infantum. It claims the disease is highly dangerous but curable when properly treated and notes the remedy is sold by W. H. Boftington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. H. Boftington
A Plea for Dumb Animals in Humane Weather
W. W. urges relief for overworked horses and cows in hot weather. He suggests practical steps: carbolic soap baths, snuff or tobacco dust to deter pests, clean sandy stalls, and sacks over cows at night to cut flies. He also calls ministers to preach on animal duty once yearly and raise funds for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phaniz
Oly
Society For
Railroad Officials Tour New Haven and Hartford Property
A group of New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company officials arrived Wednesday evening to inspect the company's property here. The special train carried Vice President P. R. Todd and other top executives who spent the night after touring Taunton and viewing the harbor area, departing around 8 am yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company
P. R. Todd
W. E. Chamberlain
C. M. Shepard
A. W. Martin
F. Holbrook
C.S. Somers
Worcester
A. R. Whaley
I. N. Marshal
Taunton
E. P. Dawley
Risk Free Chamberlain Remedy Ad Card Notice
Advertises Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedies with a money back guarantee by W H Buffington. Claims it is the most successful bowel remedy and never fails. Also notes ten cent per call public information cards available at the Panynix office with price ten cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. H. Buffington
Panynix
A Great Celebration Continues At Night Illumination
The article describes a festive event with fireworks if weather allows, noting it follows an Italian custom. The NY, NH, and H Railroad Co. provided foresight so attendees could return home. suburban cars were scheduled, one jammed roofward with youths, and Consolidated and extra trains operated into the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N H. and
H. Railroad Co
High Street
Consolidated
Attleboro Athletics to face Bristols in season finale
Tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. a likely final game of the season pits Attleboro Athletics against the Bristols at Trotting Park. A crowd may decide if local support can sustain another game, with changes in Bristol lineup and a strong visiting squad noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Attleboro Athletics
Bristols
van Almkirk
Bristol
Horton
Pawtucket
Battery
Tucker
van Almirk
Harrington
Kavanagh
Higgins
Warren
Carr
Fall River Independents
Conpery
Morris
Garrity and Francis Quiet Providence Wedding
A quiet wedding Friday July 18 in Providence joined James W Garrity and Miss Lottie M Francis daughter of Mr and Mrs George W Francis of East Providence The bride formerly resided in the town The ceremony was performed by Rev William Dickson pastor of the Brighton Street Advent church A reception followed at the bride's parents residence in East Providence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garrity
Francis
Providence
William Dickson
Brighton Street
James W. Garrity
Lottie M. Francis
George W. Francis
East Providence
Downey
St. Mary’s Church
Fr. Powers
John Armstrong
Asheville
N. C
Bridget Downey
Thomas Downey
James W Garrity
Lottie M.francis
Chamberlain’s tablets aid liver and digestion
For a lazy liver try Chamberlain's stomach and Liver Tablets. They invigorate the liver, aid digestion, regulate the bowels and prevent bilious attacks. For sale by W. H Boffington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. H Boffington
Suburban Railway Electric Car Service Schedule
Regular service between Providence and Bristol outlined with weekday and Sunday timings. Cars depart Dorrance Weybosset corners at early morning 5 45 a m and run every 30 minutes to 7 15 p m with hourly tolls thereafter. Bristol terminus departures start 5 19 a m and run at 80 minute and hourly intervals to late evening, with Riverside car house service. Sunday timings differ with an 80 minute headway until 7 15 p m and later hourly runs, with late night cars to Riverside. Franklin street departures occur six minutes after each terminus departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence
Bristol
Dorrance and
Weybosset
Riverside
Riverside Car House
Franklin Street
Fall River
Fox Point
Assignee Notice in Bristol Rhode Island 1803
The undersigned assigns Samuel O Fay of Bristol Rhode Island who runs a retail grocery and meat business made a general assignment for creditors. Creditors must present claims and debtors must settle with the assignee W Putar O Donnell at Fasterbrooks Building Bristol Rhode Island July 16 1803.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel O. Fay
Bristol
Rhode Island
Aaid Lee
Samuel O. Pary
Tr Odonnell
Fasterbrooks’ Building
R. J. Bristol
R. 1
Bristol County Lawn Tennis and Yacht Club Events
July 18 the Baptist Young People Union holds a Bristol common excursion with 400 voice chorus including sunset meeting. July 23 an International Fair in St Michael's chapel by Ivy Guild. July 27 to Aug 3 lawn tennis tournament under Bristol YMCA and US National Association. July 28 Pen Regatta Bristol Yacht. Aug 3 St Marys parish excursion. Aug 17 Excelsior Lawn Tennis Club second annual tournament for Bristol county under USNA. Sept 5 Open Regatta of Bristol Yacht Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhode Island Baptist Young People’s Union
Bristol
St. Michael’s Chapel
Ivy Guild
Bristol Ymca Tennis Club
U. S National Lawn Tennis Association
St. Mary's
Excelsior Lawn Tennis Club
US National Lawn Tennis Association
Bristol Yacht Club
Also Mentioned on This Page
Armstrong—Downey
D’'Wolf Inn
M. E. Church Notes
W. W
Ayers
Garrity—Francis
N.Y
N.H. & Hartford Railroad Electric Car Service
Consant
SAS
Industrial Trust Co
U. S. Dental Association
Westminster Street
Union
Hubert A Lewis
D S
Horace Partridge & Co
J.f.farrally
ACENT
Bris
Margaret Lannon
Aret Lannon
Bristol Pacifix
Herbert F. Bennett
Robate
Margaret McComb
Sarah E Tobin
Sarah E. Tobin
Robate Court
William John
Alice Emma
Georgiana Bertha Crowley
Ingrs
James W. Crowley
Ellenora Crowley
Bristol Phoenix
the Foundation of Health
Kodol
Nature
Kodak
W. H. Bobington
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