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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1904
Page
2
The message notes President Roosevelt has won a popular vote indicating wide support and is free from political bosses. It asserts he now has a historic opportunity to govern as president of all the people, not just his party, and expresses confidence in his greatness.
The State Returning Board reports Congressman Granger ahead of Judge Stiness by 158 votes in the race for a U S Representative from the district. Stiness shed 38 votes yesterday due to errors in election returns. Board resumes tallying results across 58 districts this morning.
Post A Bliss of Georgia asserts Chamberlain's Pain Balm is the best liniment on the market for cuts bruises and rheumatic pains. He claims no other balm heals as quickly on deep seated pains like lame back and chest pains and urges a trial from buyers. Sold by WH Buftlogton.
Frederick S Martin director of the First Baptist church choir in Warren wed Julia R White in Boston last Thursday. A Friday evening reception was held at the groom's father William H Martin's home, publisher of the Warren Gazette. The newlyweds will reside in Warren.
An old advertisement urges homeowners to use L and M paints for house exteriors, claiming it is the best and cheapest option. It compares 21 gallons ready mixed for 31.50 and 12 gallons for 825.20, noting savings and liberal quantities for two property owners and churches within 30 days. The ad notes Longman and Martinez in New York as paint makers with fifty years in business.
Bristol area notes detail post office hours including mail arrivals and closings for weekdays and Sundays. It lists general delivery stamp sales window times and Sunday mail distribution from carriers racks. Express matter deadlines from Earle & Prew are shown for outward and inward services with multiple daily slots.
Fragmented Plymouth era notices report Olive's Ice Cream Bell delivery for Thanksgiving with no express charge and a Warren tel number. Other items include a Bristol Y M C A football cancellation, Governor-elect Douglas shoes ad, probate administrator appointment, and a Bristol Spiritualist Society update.
A roundup of Bristol society items lists a new residence being erected by B Thomas Potter in Ferry Hill, a pending Eagles meeting, bridge whist cards praised, injuries at work and a nail accident to a child, a Holiness Meeting, and plans for dances, marriages, and social events. Multiple local residents and organizations are mentioned including the National India Rubber company, Knights of Columbus, and the Y M C A.
A historical advertisement asserts deafness stems from inflamed Eustachian tubes and catarrh. It claims Hall's Catarrh Cure can cure nine cases out of ten and offers a $100 reward for any uncured case. The notice urges sending for circulars and notes availability from F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio and that Hall's Family Pills are best.
An advertisement promises that LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE Tablets cure a cold in a single day with the offer of a refund if it fails. The box carries a signature of W. Grove, indicating manufacturer endorsement and a money-back guarantee.
A Food Sale will be held in G A R Hall by the Women's Relief Corps on November 23 from 2 to 5 PM. Buy pies and cakes for Thanksgiving and take part in the event. Orders may be left at Mrs. James Hoard’s home on Hope Street until Monday, November 21.
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