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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1907
Page
3
A writer explains that masking in North American tribal culture serves to conceal emotion in combat and to free orators in religious ceremonies. Masks prevent fear from betraying feelings and allow inspired speech without personal interference.
A Portland Oregonian reflection on humanity's reliance on ancient labor and experience. The piece argues that society benefits from antiquity through lessons learned, even as it repeats some past experiments. It highlights tentative efforts of ancestors and suggests overall world progress despite errors.
The Y M C A bowling season saw record breaking as Ratus Murray's team No 9 defeated team No 10 captained by Asa W Hathaway by taking two strings in three.
The Warren K of A bowling team reversed an earlier match by taking three straight strings against Bristol K of A on Casino alleys. Scores followed.
A quotation captures Brown recalling his marriage proposal to his wife. He notes she reacted with wit, replying that the timing felt right rather than abrupt. The exchange highlights a playful, adaptive dynamic in their relationship.
Manuel Mello a Portuguese pleaded guilty in District Court after Judge Bosworth read two warrants. He faced charges for carrying a concealed revolver on Feb 28 and threatening to kill Bradford street saloon keeper Joseph R. Silvia. Mello, intoxicated, was fined 10 dollars plus costs for the weapon and ordered to furnish 3600 bonds to keep the peace for six months, but could not pay and was jailed. One case, Morrimsey versus Fererria, was non pros. Probation work and bail adjustments were noted for other defendants.
Funeral services for Mrs. James Tobin were held Saturday morning at her home and at St Marys church with a high mass of requiem. Clergy from Providence Hartford and local towns attended. The choir and organists led the mass as offerings and solos moved attendees. Pallbearers and ushers represented this town and neighboring areas. The body rests in St Marys Cemetery with plans for entombment and later burial at the same site. Warren.
A dialogue about pursuing independence and self employment. The young man voices effort and doubt while a mentor character speaks on the nature of success, noting that success is rarely seized at once and often overtaken by steady progress. The exchange underlines persistence and measured expectations.
A Quincy Whig quotation notes a good method to teach manners: set an example and demand self behavior. The adage stresses parental or elder discipline as modeling for children, linking conduct to instruction and daily routine.
A reader recalls Bristol history detailing the Ushers export trade to Cuba from the James De Wolf area, Wharf houses owned by Dyers and others, and a timeline of ships, boatlines, and wharfage. The piece notes Fire Engine King Philip era, insurers, local families, cemeteries, and the evolution of Bristol’s harbor landmarks.
A reader recalls a scene where water is passed from a house to supply engines as machines hurl water onto a blazing building, illustrating emergency response in old Bristol.
A schedule of events includes a free phonographic concert on March 6 at G A R Hall. On April 2 there are two shows a four act melodrama Broken Bonds at Bristol Opera House under East Side Social Club, and a rummage sale by Bristol Commandery No 82 U G C. Also April 4 Uncle Josh Whitcomb a seven to eight act melodrama at Bristol Opera House under United Brothers Lodge No 18 LOOF. April 9 Minstrel show at Bristol Opera House under St Marys I P A Society. April 16 third grand recital by Miss Mary E Pierce at G A R Hall. April 17 third subscription dance by Arthur S Bonn and John T Dorle at G A R Hall.
Bristol town officers election to be held March 18 1907 with canvassing sessions on March 7 8 and 11 12 at 8 p.m. at the Town Clerk's Office. Property voters canvassed March 11 12. personal property taxes due to qualify for voting at the financial town meeting March 18. Town Clerk Herbert F Bennett.
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