Bristol Man Exonerated in Manslaughter Case
Frank W. Sylvester, chauffeur for Col. Sampel P. Colt, arraigned May 5 in Seventh District Court on manslaughter, may be discharged after a coroner verdict that the accident involving Albert N. Brown 77, of East Providence, was unavoidable. Brown left his East Providence home to board a Providence electric car and was struck while walking toward the sidewalk as Colt’s car approached. He died instantly.
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Frank W. Sylvester
Col
Sampel P. Colt
Seventh District
Albert N. Brown
Pawtucket Avenue
East Providence
Brown
Miller
Big Rubber Plantation in Sumatra Showcases U S Enterprise
The United States Rubber Company operates a vast Sumatra plantation, seventy square miles of rubber trees, as the largest single plantation in the world. By producing its own rubber the firm aims to ensure uniform quality for U S tires and strengthen American influence in the Far East.
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Far East
Asia
United States
eaNo- A Oe
Meron Cols Siping
Mystic East
Indian Ocean
America
Equatorial
Sumatra
United States Rubber Company
Obituary of Miss Abbie Sento
Miss Abbie Sento died at home on Hope Street after a long illness. She was 76, born in Newport, daughter of Walter E. and Hannah E. Stanton. A longtime member of State Street M E Church, she is survived by a sister Hattie L. Stanton and a niece Emma B. Stanton.
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Abbie Sento
Hope Street
Cee
Newport
Walter E
Hannah E. Stanton
State Street
M. E
Hattie L. Stanton
Emma B. Stanton
Capitol Motors Trucks To Demonstrate In Bristol Visit
Bristol residents will see Capitol Motors Corporation trucks in town with experts to show features of the only truck from the neighboring city. The firm has increased capital to 1.5 million dollars and plans to produce 1500 cars yearly. William F. Krafve designed the truck, noted for simple construction and easy parts access. Information available at room 34 Borden Block Fall River.
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Capitol Motors Corporation
Bristol
Room 34
Borden Block
Fall River
Capitol
William F. Krafve
Bristol Boy Scouts Recruit Over Quota May 24 to June 5
Bristol Boy Scouts of America receive permission to expand troop numbers by one patrol each. Boys 12 and older may join during recruitment from May 24 to June 5. Qualified youths may attend Camp Yawgoog in Rockville next month. information from local scout officials.
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Bristol
Boy Scouts of America
Yawgoog
Rockville
Service at Trinity Church with Confraternity address
On Thursday evening at 7 30 a service under the Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament will feature an address by Rev Julian D Hamlin rector of St Johns Newport and former U S chaplain The event is open to all including non members and invites are extended widely.
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Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament
Julian D. Hamlin
St. John’s Church
Newport
U.S
Mrs Celestina Lemieux Dies at Home
Mrs Celestina Lemieux wife of George Lemieux died Friday afternoon at her Church street home in Warren in her 40s. Survived by husband and six children. Former Warren resident. Funeral held yesterday at St Mary's Church with interment in Warren.
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Celestina Lemieux
George Lemieux
Church Street
Warren
St Mary's Church
Paint Your House A call to curb neglect of exterior painting
Homeowners have postponed painting due to high cost estimates and pride. Unpainted wood ages quickly, risking structural decay and a town’s appearance, prompting a push to restore regular exterior painting standards.
Local Obituaries Notice May 23 24 Died
Died in this town May 23 Eva R Pickles Balfour wife of George A Balfour aged 33 at City Hospital Providence May 23 Frederick son of George A and the late Eva R Balfour aged 24 Lemieux in this town May 21 Celestina Lemieux wife of George Lemieux in her 40th year Stanton in this town May 24 Abbie daughter of the late Walter B and Hannah E Stanton aged 76
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Balfour
Eva R. (Pickles) Balfour
George A. Balfour
City Hospital
Providence
Frederick
George A
Eva R. Balfour
Lemieux
Celestina Lemieux
George Lemieux
Stanton
Abbie
Walter B
Hannah E. Stanton
Bristol Pastime Theatre Hosts Week of Local Entertainment
May 25 concert by American Legion Band at Pastime Theatre under Bristol Train of Artillery. May 28 food sale by Class of 1920 at C M H S salad supper 5:30 to 9. June 2-3 musical comedy Marrying Mary at Pastime Theatre under Bristol Council Knights of Columbus. June 8-9 Oh Oh Cindy by Trinity Church at Pastime Theatre.
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American Legion
Bristol Train of Artillery
Class of 1920
Mary
Bristol Council
Knights of Columbus
Cindy
Trinity Church
Bristol
How to rid piano of moths with solvent mix
The guide suggests driving moths from a piano by mixing seven parts benzoline with one part turpentine and a few drops of lavender oil. Inject the solution into the instrument using a scent spray or syringe for odorized ejection.
Accidental drownings in the country drop from prior decades
The country recorded 5 550 accidental drownings last year equal to 7.4 deaths per 100 000 people. The rate is notably lower than any year since 1910 and also below the decade 1901 to 1910 average.
Hokara Skin Heal Promises Quick Pimple Relief in Bristol
W H Buffington advertises Hokara a skin healer claiming it clears pimples blackheads eczema and other skin ailments. Ulcers sores and itching feet are said to respond quickly with pleasant healing. W E BTR or offers a liberal jar for 85 cents with a money back guarantee if it fails.
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W. H. Buffington
Bristol
For Sale Cut Flowers and Plants at Greenhouses
Memorial Day flowers and potted plants available at Greenhouses on High Street near Valley Street. Geraniums flowering plants and a variety of vegetable plants offered. All welcome to come view and purchase. STARR L. BOOTH
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High St
Valley St
Starr L. Booth
Sale of Complete Library Set in Oak Furniture
Complete library set includes large arm rocker, large arm chair, straight back chair, tabourette, book blocks and library table with shelves. Made of hard oak in first class shape and lightly used. Price 35 dollars. Write M. E. J. Phoenix Office.
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M. E. J. Phoenix
Family Men Favored Wage Pattern in Swiss Factory
In a Swiss chemical factory representative of the industry married men earn ten percent more per week than singles in the same job. Additionally married workers receive 54 cents extra per week for each child under fifteen.
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Switzerland
How to Be Happy According to The Cincinnati Enquirer
A published fragment suggests happiness in marriage requires a woman to be content apart from her husband much of the time. The quote reflects advice from a Cincinnati Enquirer line.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Olives Threatened by Dacus Olive Fly
Olive trees suffer from birds and insects with the dreaded dacus olive fly as the worst pest. A single fly can ruin hundreds of olives. The recommended remedy is to harvest early and crush fruit promptly to destroy larvae.
Bow-Wowing Horses Notice Declares Tree Protection
City advisory warns against tying horses to trees as they bark and damage the trees. Script from Boston Tran notes the rule to protect urban greenery and prevent tree destruction.
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Boston Transcript
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A. L. Johnston
A. M. Miller
R. J
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Morteas
Fox Hill
Beach Terrace
Hlebele Watts
M. S. Walker
Gooding Avenue
Bristol, BR. I
Kirkman
Miss Abbie Stanton
Capitol Motor Trucks
George ‘Lemieux
Goodyear
The
Waldron Co
Joop
Staples Coal Company
Evelyn Gray William Butterfield
Albert Mayer
Cornet
Welch
R. Brand
India
King Arthur
Franklin Mills
Schumacher
Graham
Newman Bros
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