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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1899
Page
2
A terse notice lists Merriam and Co with associates applying at Prasin on behalf of exidy and Ballon to initiate a business arrangement. The fragmented text names Ridley and Sons and F E Ballon among involved parties, suggesting a formal filing or application in a local commerce or legal matter.
The Y MCA sixth District Conference in Isa notes strong progress in Bristol Y MCA, with a new general secretary Mr Worth and an energized Women’s auxiliary. A new Y M C A building requires about 22,000 more funds to complete and open debt free, urging further contributions. Dewey Day observed in Northfield VT marked by ground breaking for Dewey Hall at Norwich University with parade and demonstrations. A men’s baseball need is also noted.
Dealers using spirits and syrups to cheapen cost push cheap blends. The appeal is for pure goods aged well and sold straight. Physicians are cited as recommending these absolutely pure wines and liquors to patients in need of stimulant benefits.
Mail from Bristol details outward departures to New York Providence Boston and east with specific times. Inward arrivals from New York and Providence listed. A parade of local notices follows including sales, events, and community updates from the People's Store, local homes, and church activities. Community mentions include arbor day plans, fire company meetings, and local business notices.
In Warren April saw nine deaths and a flurry of local activity. The Town Clerk issued dog licenses, while numerous items cover store sales at New York Store and People's Store, social events, church talks, and civic updates including road machine purchase, regatta plans, and shipyard work.
One hundred dollars reward for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co, proprietors, Toledo. Endorsed by Warert & Truax and Kinnam & Marvin wholesale druggists. Internal remedy claims to act on blood and mucous surfaces. Price 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all districts. Testimonials free. Hall's Family Pills promoted.
Officers and petty officers of the Bristol Naval Reserve Torpedo Company push to restore the old standard after wartime declines. Lieutenant Commander George W Suydam leads interior upgrades, new uniforms, a piano, a 40 foot spar, a modern shower, and enhanced drill and entertainment for the crew. The unit aims to escort the Governor at Newport on Election Day and attract more applicants for admission.
In Probate Court before Judge Reynolds yesterday morning the petition of Henry R Manchester administrator on the estate of Josephine E Manchester was granted with bond set at $400. The petition to appoint Raymond Pierce as trustee under the will of James P Pierce was granted.
A customer testimonial endorses Grain-O made from pure grains noting initial dislike but after a week the product replaced coffee. It claims nourishment for all ages and easy preparation. Available at grocers in 15c and 25c sizes. Phoenix office offers prompt job printing services.
The Bristol Business Men's Association holds its regular monthly meeting tomorrow evening at the new Has brouck block headquarters. It is the first meeting in the renovated room leased for one year as permanent HQ. Members are urged to attend. space is to be opened for use and rent contributions are being arranged. Topics of interest to businessmen will be discussed and participation encouraged.
Lucien Cummings of Bristol has learned he inherits a $25,000 fortune including property from his grandfather who died in Arkansas. The estate is located in Arkansas and Cummings, a native of Arkansas, and his wife, daughter of Michael Noon, are traveling there to claim the wealth and secure their future.
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