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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1910
Page
4
A nostalgic look back at Bristol recalling events and people from the Phoenix newspaper thirty and forty years past. The piece reflects on local scenes, notable figures, and how city life has changed over time, framing memory with period voice and familiar landmarks.
Four intoxicated men from Warren were seen on the streets last Sunday. Dube the watering-cart driver began sprinkling the streets on Monday. Mount Hope’s new buildings near completion, soon to welcome visitors. Barbour and Peabody erecting a hose tower at Hydraclion engine house. The Richard Borden steamer, overhauled and painted, resumes trips between Fall River, Bristol and Providence. State Street M E Church hosts evening meetings with Rev Dr Morrison assisted by English Evangelist Joseph Lee. Capt Hugh Nelson Gifford dies at 83, a Philadelphia born ship master for 80 years, later in grocer business. member of St Michael's Church.
Phoenix newspaper notes Barrington will celebrate its Centennial on Friday of next week. Rev. O P Osborne to preach farewell at Congregational Church tomorrow. Gok Charles Sherry Jr of Norwalk sold property at Hope and Wardwell to 8 Pomeroy Colt. Masons to lay Soldiers and Sailors monument corner stone in Providence on St John’s Day with St Alban’s Lodge and Bristol Band. New National Rubber Company brick buildings nearly complete, brick walls finished by Alfred Pierce crew in 12 days. Samuel Kinder of Thames street died suddenly Tuesday afternoon at 63, English-born and resident here about 20 years.
A dialogue scene reveals the captain admitting a broken rudder that lies underwater, causing concern for quick progress. The Lady probes for further issues, while the captain urges continuing onward despite the setback.
A London newspaper proprietor startled the composing and press rooms by inspecting workers as he visited. A long-time pressman, briefly sober, covered a black eye with ink to hide it. The governor then praised him, granting five shillings extra weekly pay for appearing to be the only true worker in the room.
Charles Johnson Post notes in Century that Curacao schools from elite to government level educate children in Dutch, French, Spanish, English and Papiamento. Schools attract foreign students regionally, with widespread respect for Curacao's education, extending to Central America.
The Fourth of July Committee seated a 25 piece band from St Marys Brass and Fall River, with one other hired and possibly one more. Bristol Train of Artillery will fire a 14 gun salute from Franklin Street station as Governor Pothier and staff arrive at 9 30 am. Bristol County Gas & Electric offers to decorate Burpside Memorial with free electric lights. Last year’s electric displays were praised. Committee meets tomorrow evening to finalize arrangements.
The London Graphic describes the wooden horse as a medieval and early modern punishment used for petty theft and insubordination. Soldiers were tied with hands behind, mounted on a planked back, with a head and tail added, sometimes weighted by muskets strapped to the legs to increase pain.
The Conyers baronetcy ending in 1810 left Sir Thomas without male issue and nearly in the Chester le Street parish workhouse until Rob ert Surtees of Mainsforth and neighbors aided him. Grenville likewise fell from prominence, with two members in parish relief and one oddly chosen as high sheriff while a pauper.
Star Theater announces next Monday night features a completely new slate of amateur performers and the new illustrated song artist Migs McArdle whose rich voice and clear enunciation are praised. Friday and Saturday promise one of the best Western pictures yet, with Dorothy Manchester singing on Saturday. Usual Saturday prizes and fanfare accompany a hot evening as amateurs compete for top prizes with Iris and out-of-town talent also earning praise.
Bristol Opera House announces a new Thursday amateur night with a Tuesday country store and prizes including a flour barrel. Friday and Saturday feature the Italian Mandolin and Glee Club, a greased pole contest with a $5 prize, Saturday matinee gifts for children, and performances by Mr Bates with songs That Mendelssohr Rat and Dear Old Vermont. Prices Matinee 50 cents, Evening 10 cents.
An Assembly committee continues work to divide Bristol into two voting districts for electing two Representatives. The Redistricting Committee weighs plan options as they study the state’s political map and local implications.
Public health guidance urges strict fly control in illness areas. Key actions include killing flies in sick rooms, removing decaying materials, covering and disposing refuse, screening food, cleaning cans, securing garbage receptacles, storing manure in pits, maintaining sewerage, pouring kerosene in drains, burning or burying table refuse, screening windows and doors, and identifying breeding sites near filth.
A brief aphorism notes that friendship thrives on balanced contact, warning that too frequent or too rare outreach can erode ties. It underscores moderation in communication as key to lasting bonds.
Town Clerk's Office announces mandatory in person voter registration for the year. Registrants must appear by June 30, 1910, with daily hours 9 am to noon and 2 pm to 6 pm except Sundays. From June 23 to June 30 the hours extend 9 am to 9 pm. John M. Coggeshall, Town Clerk.
The undersigned Narcisse Dupuis as executor of Valerie Dupuis of Bristol deceased announces probate approval. He states he has the estate in trust and bond filed. Creditors must file claims with the Bristol Probate Court clerk within six months from the first advertisement date.
Notice of administration states Samuel Gladding late of Bristol died. Bond filed under law. All persons holding claims against the estate must file them with the Clerk within six months from first advertisement. Dated June 6 1910. William P. Gladding administrator.
A public auction will be held Saturday the 25th of June 1910 at 12 o'clock noon on the premises in Bristol Rhode Island. It follows two mortgage deeds by Thomas Gavton with real estate lots described, both with broken mortgage conditions, northeasterly ministerial lots bounded by main road and Asylum Lane, quit rent to local societies, and current owner’s bidding rights at sale. attorney Frank H. Hammill represents the holder.
Mortgagee's sale set for a public auction on a Saturday in Bristol Rhode Island. The deed dates back to 1910 with references to Bristol Main Road and land boundaries. Attorney Frank H. Hammill notes the intention to sell the described parcel under the mortgage terms and any postponements.
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