27 Mar 1896
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1896
Page
1
A Philadelphia retailer advertises large quantities from top manufacturers offering discounted prices on plaids, Mohairs, chiffons, chamelon moire, and black fabrics. The sale highlights 46 inch black cashmere, fine laundered shirts at 39 cents, and wrappers, caps, capes, and gloves with warranties from the shop.
The Poornix notes the McCarty block at Wood Street corner Gathering aptraat Zhe on Catharine Street as it nears opening. Terrence McCarty, owner and manager, plans a grocery and meat market with separate departments, delivery, and modern conveniences including telephone and electric lights, promising prompt, courteous service and guaranteed low prices. The block marks broader town improvements by McQuarty with four new tenements and a relocated barge barn now ready for a rubber shop, signaling sustained growth and optimism in the area.
A letter to the editor argues for a town re-valuation of assessable property to aid poorer taxpayers. The author contends years have passed without valuation, proposes a $400 special appropriation to fund visits by assessors, and warns that failure would hurt the needy while could profit the town through broader tax bases. If refused, residents may hold an evening meeting to press the measure.
Council met yesterday and partially canvassed electors for the petition of King Steam Engine Company. John Campbell was appointed engineer of the steamer and confirmed. The surveyor was instructed to build a cross walk on Shaw's lane east of Wood Street.
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