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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1908
Page
3
An advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney and bladder trouble and claims better health when kidneys are in order. It urges readers to doctor kidneys first and notes sample bottles and pamphlet availability by mail from Kilmer Co. in Binghamton New York.
The Ivy Guild of St Michael's parish held its annual meeting in the chapel on Tuesday evening. Officers elected included President Martha Rockwell First Vice President Helen Munro Second Vice President Sadie Baker Secretary Emeline Munro Treasurer Isabelle Bosworth Assistant Treasurer Helen Warren. Secretary and treasurer reports were read and approved showing 107 members. Thirty members attended and a social hour followed with eight refreshments served.
A historical note promotes Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as avoiding constipation and gently moving the bowels. It emphasizes pleasant taste, child suitability, and recommends the product for its maple sugar flavor. Sold by W. H Buffington.
The Bristol and Warren water works feature a dual pump setup delivering 2.8 million gallons daily per plant, sedimentation basins, filters, and a modern boiler house. Construction by Aberthaw, New York Continental Jewell, and others aims for July 1 1908 operation with a full test by the State Board of Health. Crew plans a large standpipe and pipe extensions to boost pressure while ensuring clean water for both towns.
Advert says DeWitt's Little Early Risers are safe pills sold by W. H. Buffington. Claims stomach issues cause heart pains and that Kodol relieves them. Urges starting with the stomach and using Kodol until feeling right again.
Coming Events note a Bristol High School event on Wednesday evening May 20 at G A K Hall hosted by class of 08. The ad also promotes Mother Gray's Australian Leaf as a herbal cure for women's health issues with a sample package offered by mail from Eckov NY.
Fragmented OCR text shows arrival times and minor numeric sequences. No clear event, person, or organization identified. Summary notes insufficient readable context to establish a concrete news item or names.
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