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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1903
Page
4
A hatter's clerk explains how collar height and cravat style change perceived face size. Tight four in hand ties and high closed collars slim the look, while open fronts and horizontal ties add bulk. Broad scarves have minimal effect. the collar shape is decisive.
In early 19th century England Samuel Pellew, a conscientious customs collector at Falmouth, fought bold smuggling networks. His efforts provoked threats on his life and public bounties for his assassination. A publican smuggler fortified his inn with guns and fired on a sloop of war, whose crew fled and destroyed the smugglers’ house in reprisal.
George H Peck appointed administrator of the William B Gray estate in Bristol. All claimants must present or file claims with the clerk within six months from the first advertisement. Bond filed as required by law.
The Probate Court of Bristol appoints Rosanna Lavender administratrix of the Michael Lavender estate. Bond given as required by law. All persons with claims against the estate must present them to the administratrix or file with the clerk within six months from the first advertisement.
November 16 1902 Guardian George H Peck presents his account of Ruth A M Wardwell to the Bristol Probate Court for allowance. Case referred to December 7 1903 at 10 A M in the Probate Court Room Bristol for consideration. Notice ordered to be published fourteen days once weekly in the Bristol Phoenix. Probate Clerk Herbert F Bennett. 11 20 27 12 4
November 16 1903 Probate Court of Bristol requests in writing from next of kin Catharine F Wyatt and others to nominate Parmenas Skinner Jr or another suitable person as Administrator of the estate of Mary D Wyatt deceased intestate. Hearing ordered for December 7 1903 at 10 oclock in Bristol Probate Court Room with notice to be published for fourteen days weekly in the Bristol Phoenix.
A London Chronicle account portrays the French Foreign Legion as merciless and deadly. It notes death penalties for insubordination and shooting at sight for officers. The corps attracts outcasts from across Europe and beyond seeking refuge from civil law. It praises frontline service against Arabs.
A London Express summary debunks myths about the harmless grass snake. It notes beliefs that it dies at sundown, that telling someone of actions matters, and a tale from Leigh Linton about a grass snake hung on a tree leading to a toad’s death after blood dripped.
The Rangun Times reports a ten day divinity examination where cymbals and drums mark the start as candidates write answers under a jabbering crowd. People attend to gain merit by feeding exam entrants and delivering provisions to pagoda precincts while Burmese from various areas gather funds to supply necessities and luxuries for the competitors.
The quote recalls Ralph Waldo Emerson responding to a Boston resident fearing the world ending next Monday. He dismissed the panic, saying he is glad for the change and that society can adapt and continue without such alarm.
In a humorous exchange a young Sapleigh compliments Miss De Witt’s beauty saying it sets him on fire. She replies that the conflagration will be too insignificant to call out the fire brigade. The farcical moment plays on dramatic bravado.
Mr C Haney of Geneva Ohio suffered piles for 40 years with no lasting relief until DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve cured him permanently. The ad touts the salve as invaluable for cuts burns bruises sprains lacerations eczema tetter salt rheum and all skin diseases while warning to look for the DeWitt name on the package and naming W H Bofflagton as the seller.
A compact shopper note offers locally grown apples marked as good quality. The listing highlights hand picked fruit available at a vendor named 2Be a Peck with emphasis on fresh produce.
An advertisement claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure aids digestion by supplying natural digestive juices, calming stomach nerves, and letting inflamed stomach muscles rest. It asserts the medicine digests food and helps convert it into rich blood, with W. H. Boffington selling it in any quantity.
A crusty patron demands a shave and the barber questions if the patron plans to tip. The patron replies that he is not close to finishing and jokes about tipping, highlighting a brief exchange about gratuities.
A historical note observes how a gilded emblem or statue influences or unsettles bonds among friends, with commentary on trust and allegiance shaped by perceived grandeur and symbolism within a community. The passage hints at social tension and the pull of material display on personal loyalties.
Transit timetable for the N Y N H and Hartford Electric line. Northbound trains from Bristol to Providence and Fall River depart weekdays at multiple morning and afternoon times. southbound from Fox Point Providence to Bristol, and arrival times to Bristol from Providence, plus Sunday schedules. Includes express services and varied minute details.
Regular service operates between Providence and Bristol with weekday and Sunday timetables. Weekdays depart Dorrance Weybosset at 6 45 a m and Bristol terminus at 5 19 a m with 30 to 80 minute intervals through the day. late-night services extend to 12 41 a m to Riverside car house. Sunday runs begin at 7 45 a m from Dorrance Weybosset and Bristol at 6 49 a m with 30 minute to hourly frequencies concluding around 9 49 p m. cars also leave Franklin Street six minutes after terminus.
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