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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
2
Bristol Post Office hours and mail arrival and closing times listed for multiple windows. Geneva delivery window for stamps set 4:30 to 5:00 pm. Sunday hours include 9:30 to 10:30 am and mail distribution from carriers racks at south door 9:30 to 10:39 am.
The Bristol Citizens Association held its first meeting and drafted a declaration of principles. It aims to separate town government from party politics, elect capable officials, enforce laws, monitor departments, report on town affairs, study problems, and act for the towns best interests while restricting discussion of state or national parties.
The funeral for George T Easter Brooks was held Sunday at 2 PM at his late home 174 Wood Street with Rev. Riv George L. Locke of St Michael's Church officiating and services at the Brave under G ARK o ritual. Many floral tributes lined the service as pallbearers Thomas Balfour Samuel Brelsford Henry F. Card and Quiver F L Blaisdell Jr. Interment followed at North Cemetery.
Earle and Prew express times list outward trains 7 85 and 11 05 a m and 8 05 and 5 05 p m. inward trains 7 45 and 11 45 a m and 2 45 and 6 45 p m.
Miss Maria Douglas of Providence visited town for the weekend while several residents were seen with relatives in town. Notables include the Freeman couple at their Bristol Highlands cottage and a notice inviting the public to the Home for Aged Women meeting at Franklin Street.
The Osnley Brothers plan to operate an ice cream wagon next week. Suzman’s offers bargains from 4.93 to 16.50. Edna E Waterman and Eugene R Patton exchange property on Bristol Neck. Get i at Smith’s ice cream. A Hartford man and a Fall River woman obtain a marriage license. John P Murphy of St Mary’s T A receives a pitcher’s unit. Receipts for rent available at Phoenix office. A child, Joseph Goldes, is hit in the eye by a baseball. doctor says eyesight will be saved. Japanese Joss Sticks offered 4c per bundle. Fourth of July Committee closes fireworks contract with Oronzo Caprino. Herreshoff Marine Band concert July 3 at Hotel Belvedere balcony and July 4 on the Common followed by a bonfire. Beautiful colored Bristol post cards available from C W Sparks.
The Matterson brothers' nution Show and trained animal exhibition opens on the Bristol common with new equipment and attractions. Acts include Charles Ochlagers, the Dimond brothers, Oscar Turney, Lew Whitaker, Kit Larson, Mousgulla and Russell, the Brick Brothers, Gaynor and Richards, and Fred Darling with his dog and ponies. Two daily performances at 2:30 and 4:15, union prices 10 and 25 cents.
Probate Court proceedings before Judge Hezekiah Wardwell granted probate for H Augusta Coggeshall as administratrix with will annexed of Rebecca S Crandall estate with bond 300 and appraisers Edward P Church and John W Church. Annie E Christie named administratrix of John J Christie estate with bond 5000 and appraisers Edward F Christie Michael J Davie James W Franklin. Petition for Annie E Christie administratrix de bonis non with will annexed of Margaret Christie granted with bond 5000 and appraisers Edward Christie Michael J Doyle James W Franklin. Guardian of Harold A Easterbrooks et al allowed to sell real estate with bond 720 and surety William A Churoeh and W J McCaw. Petitions to sell Bristol Highland estate for no less than 170 and Kirkemuit tots estate for not less than 190 allowed. Inventory of Samuel O Easterbrooks estate for allowance approved.
A laxative syrup named Kennedy Laxative Dough Syrup is popular with children and tastes nearly as good as maple sugar. It differs by not causing constipation while gently aiding bowel movement and helping to drive a cold out of the system. Sold by W H Safington.
The Hope Drug Co in Bristol Rhode Island advertises a health tonic named Vitial sold with a positive guarantee. If it does not satisfy, customers receive a full refund of all money paid. The company urges sick people to try it under this understanding.
Memorial Day ceremonies in Babbitt honored Civil War veterans with a parade led by Chief Marshal Henry F. Card. Col. Aker ton A. Cheesman and Bristol Train of Artillery, the Naval Battalion, and local relief groups joined a service at the cemetery and at the town wharf with marching, wreaths, Lincoln’s Gettysburg address, and taps, ending with thanks from Commander George H. Peck.
A letter to Geo B Warren from Devoe & Co recounts a past compare of paints. It describes a rival “proud and ambitious” maker selling adulterated paint by the gallon kit, with one third non paint. The note claims Devoe proved superior in a Texas test, and asserts the rival improved to avoid short measure.
Classified ad seeking agents to fix leaks in granite ware hot water bags and similar items with quick sales and profits. Offers 26 cents for a package and terms. From Roger Williams Specialty Co P O Box 404 Providence R I and Collett P bent Patches referenced.
A compliment social at the First Division Rhode Island Naval Battalion armory featured the presentation of a naval officer's sword to Lieut. Edward J. Prest by Adjutant General Frederick M. Luckett. The event included moonlight dancing, music by Herreshoff's Marine Band, and a large attendance, with an upcoming officer election planned for next Friday.
The Rhode Island Catholic Total Abstinence Union held its semi annual convention at St Patrick's church in Providence. James J. Walsh the town's 2nd was re elected secretary. Delegates from St Mary's T A society included Robert Newbold John Hughes and William Counners. Delegates from the Ladies' Aid society were Miss Mary Leahy Miss Margie Tobin and Miss Rose Callan. May Cleaver a Board of Government member was present and elected as delegate to the national convention in New Haven in August with Lena Callau as alternate.
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