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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1904
Page
3
Well wishers report John Blount fully recovered from rheumatism after Chamberlain Pale Balm provided prompt relief when local doctors failed. Sold by W. H. Bufington. The ad promises notable pain relief and notes readers’ curiosity about breakfast foods.
The annual financial town meeting in the town hall lasted three and a half hours with a large turnout. Heated remarks arose as John H Tucker criticized the council over appointing a street superintendent for political reasons, but most appropriations passed with limited dissent. The $7,000 highway and crushed stones budget was debated, a $12.60 street light cost drew discussion, and sewer and water allocations were adjusted before adopting most council recommendations.
A promotional coupon promises a month of Mi o Na treatment from A J Jasmin, a noted druggist, claiming to cure dyspepsia and help weight gain. The offer targets individuals who are weak, sickly, thin, pale, or tired and troubled by indigestion, inviting them to redeem today.
A reader coupon from PuHanix offers refund of Mi-ona purchase price if it does not increase weight or cure stomach troubles. The text asserts the product is free unless it provides satisfaction and assumes all risk.
Druggist A J Jasmin offers Mi o na with a no pay unless cured promise and a fifty cent deposit for a refund if treatment fails. A signed receipt guarantees refund. begin use today under this risk free program.
Newspaper notes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root claims a cure for kidney liver and bladder trouble offering free samples. The Bristol Warren Water Works case discusses a proposed independent supply from Kirkemait river, with multiple hearings and a plea to the Rhode Island Supreme Court. Budget allocations cover town departments and public services, plus local events and bowling team rosters.
The March 14 1904 Bristol town meeting authorized bonds up to 47000 to fund sewer work and set interest not above 4 percent. It also appropriated 500 for fire department repairs, 250 for summer band concerts, and 500 for Memorial Day muster expenses. Additional measures include street repairs requests, lighting and culvert projects, and a tax estimate of 70000 to 71000. The town endorsed the NYNH&H tunnel act and discussed all-night electric lighting costs.
A common warning about underestimating colds, noting that lasting coughs can lead to pneumonia. The piece endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as counteracting pneumonia tendencies, describing it as helpful and pleasant to take. Date by W. H. Buffington.
An appeal to chronic and weak patients describes thin, ailing people as walking sick. The ad promotes Scott's Emulsion as a remedy to build new flesh, blood and strength, with a promise of free doses and a required wrapper label.
The first bowling team plans a return match in Fall River after a defeat on home alleys with Elmwood Club Providence arranging a series. The first basketball team faces Boston Independents next Saturday evening. the Independents beat Boston Y M C A, signaling a strong foe and a good game. Newport game follows on March 24. Rathbone Gardner of Providence gave an address on Every Day Religion to a sizable male audience last Sunday. Mr Scoulls singing was enjoyed and next Sunday Mr Rodman, Fall River Association secretary, will speak at the men’s meeting. he is described as a strong speaker.
The Bristol church prepares for the annual conference to be held in New Bedford Massachusetts next week. A congregational vote showed overwhelming support for continuing the current pastoral relation. The church outlines midweek devotionals and Epworth League activities with plans for a league item at service end.
An old ad promises a one day remedy for cure and cold with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It notes all druggists refund money if it fails and displays E. W. Grove’s signature on each box, priced at 25 cents.
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