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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1909
Page
2
Editorial argues Bristol should press for a simple caucus law requiring voters to identify with a party to participate. It cites a Supreme Court-settled dispute, cites town meeting support, notes elections favored by nonnomination candidates, and urges petitioning the General Assembly with majority town support to compel legislative action.
The exchange captures a tense, anxious betrothal moment as one partner recalls the nerve wracking lead up to a proposal and the other responds with relief and relief at the proposal finally happening.
An advertisement touts Mother Gray's Australian Leaf as a safe regulator for back pains urinary bladder and kidney trouble aimed at women. It promises a pleasant cure with a sample package offered by The Mother Gray Co LeRoy and a 50 cent price at druggists or by mail.
Postal service details for Bristol: mail arrival times at 7.00, 10.00, 12.00, 2.00, 4.00, 6.45, 7.15 p m and mail close at 8.00, 8.45, 11.80 a m, 1.45, 5.45, 7.15 p m. Sunday arrivals at 8.30 p m and close 5.00 p m. General delivery for stamps 4.80 to 6 p m. Office hours Sunday 9.80 to 10.80 a m. Sunday mail at south door racks 9.80 to 10.39 a m.
The timetable lists outward departures at 7.50, 11.20, 3.20 and 5.20 a.m. and inward arrivals at 8.00, 12.00 a.m., 3.00 and 7.00 p.m. for Bristol routes operated by Earle & Prew.
Miss Catherine Goff visits friends in Salem Massachusetts. Misses Agnes and Catherine Hanley of Mount Pleasant attend Miss Annie Hughes over Sunday. The marriage intentions of Albion White and Harriet Morris filed at the Town Clerk. Carpenters Union meeting planned in Warren. Commercial Club plans discussed at Hotel Belvedere.
Coming events list in Bristol outlines a March 24 supper and entertainment by State Street M E, a March 29 Eagles memorial service at Bristol Opera House, April 12 Easter Monday ball by Bristol Council No 879, April 15 a comedy benefit at the Opera House for Y M C A, April 19 minstrel show at the Opera House, and April 22 Fraternal Order of Eagles affiliated ball at A R Hall.
Dr. Preston Everett Day a well known Warren dentist age 62 died at St Josephs Hospital Providence Sunday afternoon after brief illness Pneumonia listed as cause of death He was born March 12 1847 in Warren son of the late Dr Preston Day He practiced in Warren for over 80 years He leaves a daughter from first marriage Mrs William L Manchester a second wife Mrs Sallie Blake Day and her daughter Miss Marguerite a brother Walter Day in Minnesota and a sister Mrs William B Durfee of Maine
Raffaele Menne of this town died at St Joseph's Hospital Sunday after a long lung illness. He was 37, lived with his father and sister on Shaw's Lane, and had recently spent time in a sanatorium before the hospital. He leaves his father, sister, a wife in Italy, and eight children in Italy. The funeral was held yesterday at St Mary's Church at 2 30 PM with Rev John K Downing officiating. Burial followed at St Mary's Cemetery.
A marriage of local interest will take place at 6 o'clock tomorrow at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rishard H. Dunbar 208 Hope Street. Miss Harriet Prescott Morris of this town and Albion Leonard White of Boston will be married by Rev. George L. Locke. The ceremony will be in the west parlor with a double ring service. The bridal party includes maid of honor Miss Louise Dunbar, bridesmaids Miss Edith Pickering and Miss Alice Dunbar, best man Haskell White, and ushers Frank Oate and William Angevine. A wedding breakfast and reception follow from 6:30 to 8. They will reside in Roseville New Jersey. The bride is daughter of the late Joseph M Morris former owner of the Hope Drug Company. Miss Lena D Morris is a sister of the bride. Mr. White is manager of the Derby Desk Company in New York City. Miss Alice Dunbar and Miss Louise Dunbar will host the party at dinner at the Hotel Belvedere this evening.
The Bris tol Aerie No 958 Fraternal Order of Eagles held a semi monthly meeting at G A R Hall. An auditing committee was appointed for three months. The sixth annual New England Eagles field day is set for June 24 in Fitchburg Massachusetts. Outside guard Fred Van Almkerk was named. The memorial service committee reported near completion for Sunday at 2 30 pm in the Bristol Opera House with Rev John McVay delivering the memorial address and former Mayor John J Fitzgerald of Pawtucket expected to attend. An orchestra and local singers volunteered. James W Franklin chairs the committee. Barn Dance planning for April 22 in G A R Hall progresses. the event is traditionally well attended and expected to be a lively social.
A wireless from First Councilman-elect Charles B. Rockwell reports the S S Oceana at sea on March 22 1909 and that he will be home April 1. The Oceans steamship with Rockwell and family nears Santiago Cuba and the message was received at Charleston and forwarded to Bristol Rhode Island.
Day Preston Everett Day aged 62 died at St Joseph's Hospital Providence March 21 Funeral March 25 at 2 p.m. from Methodist Episcopal Church Warren Relatives invited Menno Raffaele Menno aged 87 died at St Joseph's Hospital Providence March 21 funeral details unspecified in fragment.
The Star Theatre offers a banner week with Pathe Freres features Puss in Boots and A Sailor s Sweetheart plus The two films depict a sailor rescuing his love from villains in dramatic scenes ending with legal triumph. A Minor Circus closes the program with a light note. Showings 7 to 10 p.m. each evening with matinee Monday Wednesday Saturday at 2 15 p.m.
A concise observation highlights that while appearances are transient, the impressions they create endure, shaping lasting perceptions beyond momentary charm.
Advertisement notes De Witt's Kidney and Bladder Pills as unequaled for weak kidneys backache and bladder inflammation. Claims antiseptic, prompt action and urges purchase by W H Buffington. Also promotes Kodol for Dyspepsia and Indigestion to digest any food and prevent sour stomach with continued use.
Yesterday morning at high tides double launching occurred at the Herreshoff boat shops. One craft, a steam yacht like the Roamer, is 89 feet overall with light draught and a single screw. Named Enay, she was built for E. O. Bennett of New Haven. captain will be William N. Torrey. The owner plans a southern cruise after fitting out. The second boat, a 42 foot power craft with deck house, reaches about 10 knots. Named Canvas Back, it was built for a Boston yachtman.
The funeral was held Saturday morning at his home 289 Hope Street. Rev. George L. Locke officiated at St. Michael's Church. Bearers were William L. Manchester, Harry F. Minsher, Charles B. Brigham and Charles F. Sanford. The body was taken to North Scituate at 10 o'clock on a special suburban car for burial.
An 1900s advertisement extols Dean's Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and urinary ills. It features a Bristol testimonial from Mrs. Charles A. Sanford praising the remedy and urging purchase at J. H. Young & Co. drugstore with price 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo, NY is listed as sole US agents.
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