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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1909
Page
3
A historic medical note urges removing the cause of illness to restore health. It describes symptoms of stomach upset, dull eyes, sallow skin, and sluggish bowels. The remedy focuses on correcting bile flow and gently stimulating liver function to restore health.
The Ivy Guild reports a prosperous year ending May 11 1909 with 103 members up 18 from prior. Attendance averaged 27. monthly meetings and socials, a Newport steamer trip, Christmas Festival entertainment, and Washington Party hostings are noted along with Flower and Visiting Committees efforts. The president retires with best wishes from EMELINE A. MUNRO secretary.
Funeral services were held Wednesday for Patrick Hammill at his residence 149 State Street, followed by a committal service at St Marys Church. A large crowd attended with relatives and friends from Boston, Providence, and town. Bearers were his sons Frank H Hammill Charles L Hammill William P Hammill and Joseph O Hammill. Interment was at Juniper Hill Cemetery.
The Bristol Home for Aged Women held its seventeenth annual meeting on June 2 at 4 o clock. President Harries B. Luther chaired, with reports from the President and Treasurer, nominating committee, and officer elections. Donations from Trinity Church Harvest Festival and many local churches supported the Home, with extensive thanks to Dr Hasbrouck and others. health remained high, repairs were made, legacies received from Liscomb and Church estates, and visits by Epworth League and Daughters of Rebekah noted.
I have examined the above account and find it correct. A. Johnson, Treasurer, reports balance and totals of 1607 27 and 452. The text includes acknowledgments by Oo. T. Sherman, Auditor, confirming accuracy of the account.
Frank A Robbins circus arrives in town election morning with large crowds watching train unloading tent setup and a grand parade. Three bands play as performers including Grand Dude dancing horse LaBalle Clarke and Daredevil Barr perform Leap to the Moon. The Gregory family showcases athletic feats while New Britain Record notes high attendance and crowds being turned away in several Connecticut towns.
Decoration Day recalls sadness yet brings future memories as Mrs Thomas Galvin expresses gratitude for a gold time piece won in 1909. She thanks donors including Rev Father Gillan and wishes peace and golden hours to all, ending with a homespun blessing and a humorous note about going home in the dark.
A summary of reported harms from July Fourth celebrations between 1903 and 1907 notes 21 520 injuries and 1 153 deaths. Firecrackers caused 1 489 injuries in 1907. eight deaths and eight lockjaw deaths are cited. Medical papers urge safer celebrations while avoiding excessive danger and funeral bills.
The Star presents this Saturday a premier moving picture program by the Howard Moving Picture Co promising the strongest lineup yet. James Ryan performs illustrated songs featuring Down at the Kissing Gate Kate and In The Good Old Golden Days. Matinee at 2.15 p.m. sharp and evening from 7 to 10.15 p.m. Doors open 6.30 p.m. sharp.
May two man tournament results include Dimond and Saillant 663 and Schafft and Remieres 617. Osterberg 636 and Cromer 683 pairings noted. Upcoming roll off for first place set for June 8 from 7 to 10 p.m. Warren trip saw Warren Stars fall 6 to 5 with Pierce striking out 14. Senior baseball team to face Tabernacle Olneyville on Saturday. team leaves Bristol on the 12 0 train. senior club meeting at 7:15 tonight.
An American traveler returning from Calcutta relays an East Indian kitchen tale. The culinary department is contracted to an Ethiopian expert at a weekly rate, unlike American kitchens. The system allegedly leads to thrift that harms health and welfare, with a Christmas season incident where steak was ordered but broiled chicken was served because the chicken supposedly fell ill and would be wasted if not cooked.
A London Telegraph cartoon caption features a polite elderly lady questioning a tramp about seeking work. The tramp admits he found work for two relatives last month, but neither accepted it, highlighting stalled efforts to secure employment.
The Houston Post quotes a bride praising her husband for loving what he values and his commitment despite fitness to marry. The exchange hints at affection and material concerns in a light-toned personal note from the era.
A gentleman reveals his engagement to Miss Mullins must be postponed as she married young Dobson yesterday, prompting concern over changing wedding plans. The exchange implies social repercussions and lingering romantic complications.
A child asks if oxygen is what oxen breathe all day and if nitrogen is what everyone breathes at night. The parent answers that oxygen is used by oxen and all living beings, while nitrogen is also present but not consumed for respiration.
A reflective note cites De Maistre on aging, calling blessedness or misery a reflection of a life lived. It frames old age as the distilled essence of past existence and its outcomes.
Tuesday evening the Mysteries won two in three from the South Ends. The score line notes No. 8 MYSTERIES as winner in the series.
A small town scene highlights refined dress codes and the flair of local style. Women display careful tailoring while neighbors discuss evolving fashion trends in daily life.
In Bristol on May 20 1909 the Court seeks written requests to appoint James P Murphy or another suitable person as administrator of Mary Murphy late of Bristol deceased intestate. The matter is set for June 7 1909 at 10:80 a.m. in the Probate Court Room for consideration and notice is ordered published for fourteen days in the Bristol Phoenix.
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