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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1909
Page
3
A writer argues against the current school system and proposes financial savings by changing tax payment timing. He claims October 1 payments yield immediate town profit via delayed payments, suggesting taxpayers pay later to cut losses and double as a source of revenue. He hints at more cost-cutting ideas beyond taxes.
A catalog of new titles available at the Rogers Free Library includes works on geography science poetry history music and fiction. Notable entries cover Electricity of Today Maury Missionary history poems Tolstoi biographies Lincoln life and other subjects across 4 volumes.
George Edward Simeon Wilkinson died Tuesday afternoon at his Bristol Neck home after two years of illness. In his 65th year, he was born in Smithfield R I and served in the Civil War with the Fifth Rhode Island Volunteer Regiment under Burnside. He later worked in the National India Rubber Company packing department and was a G A R member. He leaves a widow, two brothers, two sisters, and many friends. Funeral was private at his residence with burial at North Cemetery.
A rustic dialogue captures Dusty Rhodes declaring burden of real estate and teasing banter about dancing with Miss Lillie and Miss Dolebin. Mrs Rurall suggests soap and boiling water while Mr Champsole asserts his handsomeness and asks when it occurred. The exchanges mix humor and social fluster in a rural scene.
Mrs. Ann Emily Peterson of Washington D C died at her home after a 24 hour illness from a stroke of paralysis at age 83. She was born in this town, daughter of Capt Beriah G and Mary Ann Browning, and grandmother of pioneer Bristol settlers. Survived by daughter Antoinette I Peterson and other relatives. Funeral was held in Washington with Rev Dies officiating, interment Rock Creek Cemetery.
A speaker named Mr. Onmrox questions if studying overseas benefits a young singer. He adds that home folks and neighbors feel it is mighty considerate, though he remains unsure about the overall advantage.
The Mysteries won two of three games against the Discards on Wednesday evening, securing a lead as standings shift. Tuesday's results saw the Chips defeat the Zumbooruks two games to one, pushing the Zumbooruks to second place.
Announcement in Boston says Miss Ethel Barrymore becomes engaged to Russell Griswold Colt elder son of Col Samuel P Colt of the town Reports from New York say the marriage will occur during Holy Week in the city Barrymore currently stars in Lady Frederick at Hollis Street Theatre in Boston and plans a West Coast tour before a possible European trip in July Colt 26 born October 1 1882 has connections in Concord Yale and New York City and has traveled widely including an Amazon river cruise.
March 17 events at Bristol Opera House and G. A. R. Hall include a Children of St Marys Sunday School concert and an Italo American Dramatic Club production. March 17 also features a Hay Seed Club social at G A R Hall. April 12 marks Bristol Council Hall of Bristol No 379. April 15 offers a St Charles Branch Lo B U minstrel show at the Bristol Opera House. April 22 hosts the Bristol Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles annual ball at G A R Hall.
The Y M C A notes describe gym class testing with new stars emerging and rising competition. It lists standings in students and boys group games with Warren Providence Bristol Fall River, plus bowling with Saturn leading. Business class plans an exhibition and supper, and an educational trip is scheduled for Tuesday at 2 15 to Nam quit Mill. Sunday school teachers class met with 381 present and an inviting discussion session set for Thursdays at 7 30 p.m.
Bristol and Warren will clash often as both towns join the Inter-State League with six teams listed including St. George Central Falls Manville St Andrews Bristol Warren Glenlyn. A Providence meeting set next week to finalize the circuit and possible two more clubs. Bristol Board of Directors to meet Sunday at Conley Brothers periodical store.
Diggs-Ohh notes he must draw the line somewhere as Biggs-Shortleigh stays sunny and avoids borrowing trouble.
A brief dialogue features a settlement worker urging Maggie to brush teeth while Maggie questions and jokes about dental hygiene. The exchange is lighthearted, highlighting a domestic moment with caring interaction.
Advertises a 50 cent case of Pape's Diapepsin to rapidly digest meals and relieve stomach misery. Claims to prevent sour belches, acid, and heaviness, with prompt relief after taking one tablet after supper. Promotes as a sure cure for dyspepsia and indigestion available through pharmacists.
Star Theatre reports record crowds and rave reviews for the week. To cap the week the management will repost The White Chief Friday and Saturday as an extra, paired with a lineup including On The Stroke Of Twelve Dream of Wealth and other features. Saturday continues continuous performances with top pictures and a noted feature.
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