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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1909
Page
2
The Bristol caucus act before the Legislature will affect voters by giving town committees power to decide who may vote at party caucuses. It will likely curb nomination papers, sharpen party lines, and prevent caucus packing, though some may view it as not fully satisfactory.
Weather disrupted the senior team game with a postponed schedule. A Providence Y M C A game is set for next Saturday. A big camp reunion and banquet occurs tomorrow night with many plan to attend. The gym men’s Bible class meets Wednesday at 8 pm on Health. Thursday the boys hold their first regular meeting in the new room at 4 15 pm. The Providence Grays lead the indoor baseball league for boys and students.
A booming 25 cent powder promises relief for tired feet with effects on callouses sweating and swelling. The ad urges shopping at druggists and show stores and offers a free sample from Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy New York.
Mails arrive at 7.00 10.00 a m 2.00 4.00 6.00 7.15 p m and close at 7.40 9.00 11.80 a m 2.00 6.00 7.15 p m Sunday Malta arrives 8.00 a m closes 4.50 p m office hours Sunday 9.30 to 10.80 a m Sunday mail given out from carriers racks at south door 9.80 to 10.80 a m
Hollowing 18 and list of express departure and arrival times from Bristol show outward runs at 7.50, 11.20, 3.20, 5.20 a.m. and 8.00, 12.00 a.m., 3.00, 7.00 p.m. for Ipward.
Regular monthly sessions of five companies convene tomorrow evening. Miss Ethel Balkcom of Pawtucket visits Miss Mildred O Johnston. Ladies Aid Society of State Street M E Church meets at parsonage tonight. Rev John McVay led Epworth League on revival topic Sunday. Judge L Bosworth spoke at Colt Memorial High School last Wednesday. Bristol School Committee calls for bids on 800 tons anthracite coal 20 tons bituminous coal and wood for town schools due May 10. Town Council to hold regular monthly session tonight. Night police report barn collapse on Thames street not a safe incident. Multiple Providence visitors listed with local residents. Bristol Train of Artillery fired a state salute for Rhode Island Independence Day.
A concise line notes the common assumption that youth fatigue is overlooked. It reflects social expectations about boys and energy, suggesting fatigue might be invisible behind bravado and daily duties. The remark hints at broader themes of recognition and care for young people.
The article notes a modern novel where the central couple ends their marriage but finds lasting contentment thereafter. It highlights the theme of personal growth and lasting happiness following separation within fiction.
The Probate Court session before Judge Wardwell appointed Emma Benjamin guardian for Ida D. Leon and Louis Benjamin, minors over 14, with bond $500. Also for William Helen Haskell Benjamin, under 14, bond $500. Frank H Reynolds guardian for Elizabeth R. Mowry continued to May 17. Alfred M Merriman named administrator for Frances R. P. Merriman with bond $500. Inventory for Emma R. Chesebrough allowed. executrix ordered to file additional bond $15,000 by May 17.
Star Theatre fans pack the venue as Manager Demara brings top pictures from New York and Boston. Thursday night showcases Amateur Night with James Owen OConnor and knife tricks by Charles Francis. Feature films include The Tale of the Harem and So Golden Days, plus a docket of shorts and illustrated songs by Mr. Graham.
An afternoon blaze in a Thames Street tenement owned by the Wardwell estate prompted an alarm from tenants. Fire engines from King Philip and Hoge Co. put out the kitchen fire near the chimney while Hydrashons supplied water. Owner M J Badway was away with his wife and child. stock and store contents suffered water and smoke damage. Insurance reportedly covers both the stock and building damage.
The body of Mrs. Catherine Allen wife of William H. Allen died in Stoughton Massachusetts May 1 was brought here yesterday on the 1 oclock Consolidated train and buried at St Marys Cemetery She is survived by her husband and one adopted child A sister Mrs Michael Callan resides in this town Mr Aflen formerly worked in the factory of the N I RB Go and moved to Stoughton about eight years ago
A concise reflection on how idleness breeds impatience, suggesting that when duties shrink a person laments inability to meet expectations, turning time into a pressure point rather than a resource. The line contrasts entitlement with action, highlighting self-imposed limits and the paradox of perceived scarcity.
Dr. Gertrude Gooding asks for Labrador contributions to the Labrador Branch of the Needlework Guild of America. Items include articles for the R. L section, warm clothing or bedding, suitable reading material for a freight vessel, and money for subscriptions sent from the United States to the Labrador coast. Contributions may be sent to 3899 Hope Street, Bristol.
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