20 Jun 1899
Page 1
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1899
Page
1
Hosiery items are pitched with low prices including ladies fast black and Balbriggan hose at 17e per pair, boys and girls school stockings with double knee and heel toe support, and mens merino tights offered as two pairs for 25. The ad emphasizes value and quantity deals.
A short Bristol, Rhode Island verse urges readers to aid the needy and comfort the sorrowing. It calls on each person to enter humble doors, support the weary, free the enslaved, and share in another’s misery, preserving a humane civic duty.
A long dispute arises over the foundation stones beneath Bristol’s Hydraulion engine house now used for a flag pole. Ownership hinges on historic land use, as the stones may be part of private real estate rather than town property. The council keeps the lease alive while awaiting a resolution that could require renegotiation of the foundation’s status.
Jones complains a fiver loaned six months ago was needed briefly while Smith recalls it lasted only half an hour, highlighting a casual repayment dispute in a light domestic exchange.
Mr R P Olivia of Barcelona spends winters at sken. Weak nerves caused back head pains. After using Electric Bitters, all pain left him. Claims the remedy cures kidney trouble purifies the blood tones the stomach strengthens the nerves and revives the whole body. Bottles 50 cents guaranteed. Sold by J H Young & Co's drug store.
Those who wish to compete for prizes in the cycle parade must enter at once with Mr. Worth. Secretary Mo A Latries will handle bicycle race entries at the Puairy Office where entry blanks are provided. Boat entries for prizes in the Grand Venetian Carnival at the harbor in the evening should also be registered at the Prexi. Other details are unclear.
Retail price listing shows flour and cereals with varying weights and package sizes. Includes rye flour, oats, meal, granola, and butter items. Market location noted as corner Franklin and High streets.
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