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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1903
Page
3
This old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder trouble promising relief for lame back and Bright s disease It offers readers a free sample bottle and an informational book by mail and lists Binghamton New York as the address to write to for the offer Do not copy long phrases or sensational wording
The Probate Court yesterday before Judge Reynolds proved the will of Robert Lawder and approved George Thomas Lawder as executor without bond. The will of Mary E. Gooding for probate was continued nisi with Josephus Gooding named as executor. The court also reviewed the account of William Williams as administrator with the will annexed for the estate of Henry Goff and the report of the commissioners on the estate.
Rhode Island Drug Company promotes Mi-ona claiming it cures dyspepsia and aids digestion. Druggist Jasmin reports customers thank him after samples, offers a money back guarantee, and deposits 50 cents for a home trial with refund if unsatisfied. Sales rise rapidly in Bristol.
A historic order of notice issued in an equity cause filed in Bristol County. It names Rebecca Reynolds and heirs of various distant parties in Topeka Kansas New Bedford Massachusetts and Connecticut, directing publication in Providence Daily Journal and Bristol Phoenix and mailing to known addresses. The order sets a June 1 1903 deadline for answer and details the publication and mailing steps.
A Friday evening town council session addressed bar location at the Belvedere Hotel. A. H. Crowninshield and attorney Edward S. Brownell attended. Crowninshield asked for time to relocate. The council discussed fire dept needs, finances, road work, and licensing, with multiple committees appointed and orders issued. Crowninshield must move the bar within thirty days from May 1, 1908.
In Valley Falls Tucker and Van Almkerk starred as Lonsdales beat the CIA squad despite four hits by the visitors. Lonsdales had seven hits with Tucker and Van Almkerk accounting for three. Lonsdales committed no errors. The Warren High team skipped their Bristol game, Bristol sets to host Rogers at Newport tomorrow. St Marys T A S opened season with a 19 to 9 win over River sides.
Dr T G Merritt of Mehoopany Pa reports a startling test that led to a wonderful cure after violent hemorrhages from stomach ulceration. He prescribed Electric Bitters, noting the patient improved from the first dose and has had no attack in 14 months. Guaranteed for dyspepsia indigestion and kidney issues. Only 50c at J H Young & Co.
A short, frail woman paid 3 cents to 8 cents a pound for twelve pounds of flesh, buying Scott's Emulsion at one dollar a bottle and gaining twelve pounds by completion. The ad touts value, claiming some pay more while others get nothing, and offers free samples from Scott & Bowne, chemists of New York.
A testimonial entertainment by Bullock and Belmont Dramatic Stock Company presents Through the Lines, a four act Civil War drama set in Virginia 1861 to 1865. Ned Esmond deserts to fight for the Union while Nell, McLaughlin, and Dunbar intertwine in love and intrigue as Lee’s surrender nears. Proceeds aid Babbitt Post relief fund.
A sad-faced man enters a shop and questions a salesman about suspenders priced at 19 cents “while they last.” The clerk confirms the offer will be short and the man departs saying he would not buy a pair that wouldn’t last longer than that.
A historical note details numerous foods with claimed health benefits. Spinach, dandelion, celery, lettuce, cucumbers, asparagus, tomatoes, strawberries, onions, cranberries, carrots, turnips, watermelon, watercress, lemons, honey, and eggs are cited for kidney, rheumatic, nerve, digestive, fever, scurvy, asthma, malaria, and vocal health. The piece links daily consumption to improved complexion and general vitality.
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