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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1907
Page
4
An inquisitive man asks about a dog while Mr. Erastus Pinley guesses the dog’s breed, noting the dog’s many kinds and value. Ascum and Scorcher discuss automobiles and races in France, with Scorcher saying motors are the same, aside from pedestrians and chickens.
The funeral of Mrs Edith Grace Meiggs wife of Major Ernest E Meiggs was held Saturday at 2 pm at her Metacom avenue residence Rev Dr Locke of St Michael's Church conducted the services Relatives and friends attended including many from Providence Burial followed at North cemetery Bearers were Byron Fallensbee Henry M Meiggs James W Meiggs and Edward M Meiggs of the town
The report filed in Providence states old man William H. Clinton died May 15 1907 at Rhode Island Hospital from infective meningitis. Autopsy by Jay Perkins M D confirms the cause and witnesses allege oil of vitriol splashed over the left eye by Thomas Jennsen, not the act or neglect of others.
Wilam Makepeace Thackeray, famed author, remained generous despite large earnings and dying poor. Briefly before death, friend John Leech found him writing and sighing at the monotony. Thackeray rose, dumped his empty pockets, then returned to his work.
The condor displays immense strength and boldness. It pounces on small animals but cannot carry heavy loads due to blunt claws. It pins prey to the ground with one claw and tears it apart with its beak, becoming flightless when gorged, and will fiercely resist capture.
A St. Gall Switzerland man seeking wife No 2 advertised as widower and showed his wife fifty replies and photos he had received. He told her if she objected there were others who would take him, effectively curing her of her nagging habits according to Petit Parisien.
A Sunday school teacher tells young boys that every human must die and asks what comes after dying. The punchline has a boy quipping about cleaning and pressing, reflecting a humorous window sign joke from Chicago News.
Summer coughs and colds yield to Bees Laxative Cough Syrup containing Taney and tarbot no opl ates. Children like it and it is pleasant to take with laxative qualities. Hoarseness coughs and croup yield quickly. Sold by C. W Sparks. Man Zan Pile Remedy relieves piles pain and inflammation. Iris puntup form applied to the trouble site. Price 50 cents. Sold by C. W Sparks.
An old tale says St Patrick banished reptiles from Ireland by beating a drum but an angel mended a drumhead. Patrick later trapped a serpent inside the drum and cast it into the sea, with a sunken boulder off Ireland named St Patrick's drum.
A discussion of heart disease reducing fear and extending lifespans. Dr Warren Schoonever Jr notes patients often outlive doom. An anecdote traces a patient treated from 1830 to 1893 by three physicians, totaling sixty three years of care ending at age ninety three.
A New York Press summary notes state courts disagree on whether noon in fire insurance policies means exact 12:00 noon by standard time or local sun time. Some towns use sun time, causing policies to expire earlier. others follow standard time. Conflicting precedents persist across states, awaiting a U.S. Supreme Court ruling.
The piece traces influenza’s name to Italian influence and notes ancient references. It cites mentions in fourteenth century texts and records of outbreaks in France in 1403 and 1811, arguing the disease is not a modern anomaly.
A literary anecdote about a friend so absentminded he telegraphed himself ahead to meet his future self in London. The telegram arrived unread because it lacked a signature, leaving Benson puzzled and the sender unidentified.
A witty exchange at the Matrimonial Agency features a charm ing husband described as a sportsman keen on driving, mountain climbing, cycling and ballooning. The applicant quips she seeks longevity over variety.
A concise maxim attributed to Wharton remarks that good manners shorten the path to success by easing interactions and smoothing daily life, likening courtesy to lubricant for social momentum. The quote emphasizes manners as practical efficiency tools.
Last evening team No 10 captained by Asa W Hathaway won two strings in three from team No 4 led by J Sallaint. J Kinder was the only member present for the losers. the absent four averages were counted. This ties teams 2 10 with 6 four points behind. Also includes an advertisement for Little Liver Pills and Sparka of a C W. Sparka.
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