Republican caucus set for courthouse meeting at eight
Local brief records a Republican caucus to be held tomorrow evening in the county courthouse at eight. It notes a day of community activity with worship and church events, and outlines upcoming sermons and Sunday school programs at State Street M E Church including Rally Day plans and Epworth League activities.
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Court House
State Street M. E
Epworth League
L. G. Luther
Mattie Paull
Lyman G Horton
East Greenwich Academy
Last day for five percent tax deduction prompts busy town office
The town treasurer processed large tax payments as the five per cent prompt pay deduction ended. About $18,000 was collected by Mr Peck in a single day, part of a total $66,853.26 of the $75,585.90 tax pool, leaving $9,232.64 uncollected. Prompt payment discounts totaled $8,280.53, with only $165 received for poll taxes.
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Peck
Editor’s Bold Promise Sparks Townwide Buzz
A small town editor boasted he would reveal the name of the most beautiful married woman who kissed him in the next issue. Circulation doubled within two weeks, but when he named his wife he had to flee town.
Good Deeds Over Real Estate Says Chicago Man
A Chicago man extols kindness over property deeds saying good deeds never fail. He notes a kind word and encouragement are valued more than substantial help, while another testimonial promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a cold cure with no pneumonia risk, sold by W. E. Buffington.
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Chicago
Chamberlain
W. E. Buffington
Night Owls to Meet No 2 Calender Room in Factory Ball
The Night Owls, base ball team of National India Rubber Co. packing dept, will face the No 2 Calender Room team, last Saturday’s winner, tomorrow at 2 30 PM on the common. Lineup includes Orgleman, Harrop, Brownfield, Wright, Flynn, Tobin, Daffy, McGovern, Wright, Gallup as substitute. Manager T Gregson invites other factory teams to contact Collins Street.
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Night Owls
National India Rubber Co
C. Orgleman Cf
W. Harroprf
H. Brownlf
T. Wrightc
J. Flynn P
W. Tobin
F. Daffyss
Make ago Example of Them to the Editor
A letter to the editor asks the Phaniz readers to oppose senseless bird shooting. The writer laments Sunday gun use and bird kills, urges action against violators and their foreign employers to deter further harm.
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Phaniz
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve touted as sole pure product
The advertisement proclaims DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as the only true Witch Hazel Salve, invented by E. C. DeWitt, best for cuts burns bruises tetter and piles. It warns that any other Witch Hazel Salve is counterfeit and notes W. H. Buffington as seller.
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DeWitt
E. C. DeWitt
W. H. Buffington
Obituary for Niobe B. Knight of Apponaug
Mrs Niobe Bentley Knight widow of Jeremiah C. Knight died yesterday afternoon at her daughter’s home on Constitution Street. Born in Apponaug she was 83 years 4 months and 12 days old, daughter of Philip and Susan Arnold. Funeral at St Barabas Church Apponaug tomorrow at 2 15 PM with burial in Apponaug. She leaves two daughters and three sisters.
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E. F. Gould
Dorchester
Mass
William Pollock
Catherine Street
Bessie Carey
W. J. Fish & Co
L. L. Anderstrom
Church Street
Abby D. Munro
Laing
Mt. Pleasant
Charleston
S. C
South
Archibald Mason
Crompton
R.I
First Baptist Church
Niobe Bentley Knight
Jeremiah C. Knight
Albert S. Almy
Constitution Street
Appenaug
Philip and
Susan Arnold
St. Barpabas Church
Apponaug
Bristol Golf Club Reorganization Aims to Save Town Club
A printed circular to Bristol Golf Club members outlines a plan to reorganize the club to secure its future. It proposes governing members paying 25 dollars annually, active members 10 dollars dues, and associate members 5 dollars for social privileges. The document argues the town needs open-air sports and urges support to avoid abandonment, paraphrasing the motto Pay and make good cheer.
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Bristol Golf Club
Bristol
Golf Club
Bristol Train of Artillery Plans New York Trip
The Bristol Train of Artillery approved a trip to New York for the Old Guards Fair next week. Col Barrett arranged transport and lodging for 85 active members and 15 veterans. Members will wear full dress uniforms with new red hair plumes and receive eagle pin medallions with Col Barrett’s portrait.
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Bristol Train of Artillery
New York
Old Guards
Bristol
United States
Col. Barrett
Old Guards Fair
Keiths New Theatre Brings Moldins Manikins To Town
Keiths New Theatre presents Moldins Manikins a famed European act famed for lifelike marionettes and vaudeville entertainment. George Thatcher comic minstrel returns after years away with The Spring of Youth by Will M Cressy. Additional acts include Mildaire famed whistler Conuthoul Winters Amorous trapeze and more in a star packed bill.
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Keith
Moldin
Europe
George Thatcher
Providence
Will M. Cressy
Foy and Clark
Charles Mildaire
America
New York
Jessie Conuthoul
Barr
Democratic State Ticket Nominees Picked at Providence Convention
The Democratic state convention at Music hall Providence chose its nominees for state offices. Governor Lucius F. C. Garvin of Cumberland. Lieutenant governor Adelard Archambault of Woonsocket. Secretary of State John J. Gilmartin of Providence. Attorney General Clarence A. Aldrich of Providence. General treasurer Clarke Potter of North Kingstown.
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Music _hall
Providence
Lucius F. C. Garvin
Cumberland
Adelard Archambault
Woonsocket
John J. Gilmartin
Clarence A. Aldrich
Clarke Potter
North Kingstown
YMCA Junior Tennis Opens Tournament on Association Court
Twelve entries compete for a silver cup donated by M. A Cheesman. Results so far include Harold Peckham defeating Carl Rockwell 6-2 6-0, Willie Archer winning by default over Fred Ferguson, Willie West beating Leslie Close 6-0 6-0, G Rounds defeating Wesley Young 6-0 6-1, E Rounds beating G Whitaker 6-0 6-2, and Louis Easterbrooks over Raymond Archer 6-2 6-0.
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Y.M.C. A
Association
M. A Cheesman
Harold Peckham
Carl Rockwell
Willie Archer
Fred Ferguson
Willie West
Leslie Close
G. Rounds
Wesley Young
E. Rounds
G. Whitaker
Louis Easterbrooks
Raymond Archer
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Promoted for Colds
A nostalgic promotional item cites John Wesley on repetition and touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy as curing colds and grip while counteracting pneumonia and being pleasant and safe to take. Sold by W H Buffington.
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John Wesley
Beecham's Pills Sold Everywhere in Boxes
Advert says Beecham's Pills sold everywhere in boxes priced ten and twenty five cents. Notes distribution and standard packaging. No further details on source or dates provided.
Bristol Opera House and Hall Events Schedule
An old notices page lists upcoming events from Oct 6 to Jan 12 at Bristol Opera House and other venues. It includes performances such as Briodamour the Magician, Maud Muller, Utah the Great Mormon play, and The Eleventh Hour, plus harvest festivals and elocutionary recitals at G A R hall and Trinity Church, with dates spanning Oct 8 to Nov 9 and Jan 1 to Jan 12.
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Second Regiment
Pokanoket Hall
Congregational Brach
Memorial Chapel
Bristol Opera House
Briodamour
G. A. R. Hall
Louise P Chadwick
Trinity Church
Maud Muller
Fair of Council
Dom Luiz Felippe
Columbia Hall
Woodstreet
Utah
Slade and McBurnett Married in Pawtucket
At 8 o'clock last evening at 140 Magill Street Pawtucket Alfred Alfonso Slade and Helena McBurnett both of Pawtucket were wed in the home of Mr and Mrs John W McBurnett with Rev John L Davis officiating. Bridesmaid Cecelig G Slade groomsman Francis Abbott Slade. Reception followed until ten then couple left for a short tour and planned to reside in Providence.
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John W. McBurnett
Magill Street
Pawtucket
Alfred Alfonso Slade
Helena McBurnett
John L. Davis
Providence
Cecelig G Slade
Francis Abbott
Slade
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promises Relief From Indigestion
An advertisement claims dieting harms health and promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a universal digestant that enables the stomach to digest any wholesome food. The copy asserts the product relieves indigestion and stomach troubles by digesting what you eat, and is presented as a never failing cure.
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W H Buffington
As Practical as Usual Comedy Exchange
A humorous dialogue mocks saving tips by noting a household lacks turkey to utilize leftovers. The couple jokes about a book on economizing in the kitchen and the irony of recipes for cold roast turkey when no turkey exists.
Real Reform
A Philadelphia Press item quotes a dialogue about change in a husband’s habits. The wife says he no longer gambles or frequents race tracks, admitting his current vice is swimming and occasional pool rooms, suggesting reform in behavior.
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Philadelphia Press
Turtles Are Slowv and the Impatient Guest
A humorous quip mocks actors who have never faced real life, as a guest complains about turtle soup slowly arriving while the waiter defends the order. A playful aside about the trouble with actors appears, reflecting a columnist’s wry tone.
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Bere
Bays
Independence That Counts
The piece argues independence matters more than wealth or poverty. It emphasizes the value of standing for one’s true self without sham or pretense, lifting fret and anxiety and freeing the spirit. Written as reflective counsel, it highlights inner liberty over material measures.
Too Familiar Countess Reprimands Valet Over Sharing Brush
In a translated German passage the Countess rebukes Johann for cleaning both her husband’s clothes and his own with the same brush. She insists on ending such familiarity for the future.
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Johann
Infantile Perversity. Husband Questions Baby’s Night Wakefulness
A New York Weekly brief notes a husband pacing at 2 a.m. asking why his infant remains awake nightly while sleep is untroubled during the day. The item captures a domestic curiosity typical of the era and reflects colloquial concern about infant sleep patterns.
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New York! Weekly
Fashion dictates hair after second child says Atchison Globe
A comment from the Atchison Globe notes that a woman prone to following fashion in dress tends to cling to the prevailing hair style after her second child is born, leaving experimentation behind until death.
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Atchison Globe
M C A Notes on Football and Gym Classes
The M C A reports forming a football team with a three member committee to locate candidates. First practice is Saturday at 3 p.m. in uniform. A finance committee is named to fund the team. September saw strong membership growth and tennis interest. Fall and winter gym classes open Saturday at 10 a m with schedules for boys, high school, and men. A bowling committee was formed to organize a season tournament with a prize for the top three-string total.
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C. F. Thompson
Thomas Brightman
Charles Duffy
Thibodeau’s College of
Fall River
W Munro
Howard Newman
Albert Young
Seth Paull, Jr
George Manchester
Byron D DeWolf
Demonstrations of Kiltyre Fire Extinguisher Impress Crowd
A sizable gathering including town officials watched Kiltyre fire extinguishers demonstrate on the Common. The device used kerosene within a tar lined box. after lighting, the extinguisher released powder at the base, quickly quelling the blaze without water damage. A second demonstration is planned tonight as school officials consider outfitting buildings.
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Kiltyre
Kilfyre
Newbegin
Kultyre
Harvest Festival of Reba Lodge Ends With Fraternal Banquet
The annual harvest festival of Reba Rebekah Degree Lodge I O C F was held in Odd Fellows hall. Members of Rose Standish Lodge Providence District Deputy Mrs Lucinda Buffinton and grand officers from Warren attended along with visitors. The Peak Sisters performed a dialogue recitations and songs with Miss Mary Abbott on piano. Characters included Keziah Bethiah Sophia Maria Samantha Lucinda Dorothy and more. After the lodge closing, members and guests shared an old fashioned harvest supper.
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Reba Rebekah Degree Lodge
Odd Fellows Hall
Rose Standish Lodge
Providence
Lucinda Buffinton
Warren
Noble Grand
Peak Sisters
Mary Abbott
Keziah
Mary E Newman
Bethiah
Coral Hill
Sophia
Lois L. Munro
Maria
Harriet
Morris
Betsey
DeEnnis in town birth announcement
In this town on September 26 a daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Manuel DeEnnis. the child adds a new member to the family and is recorded in local notices.
Slade and McBurnett Bind in Pawtucket Registry
In Pawtucket on October 1, Reverend John L. Davis of Providence performed the marriage of Alfred Alfonso Slade and Miss Elizabeth Helena McBurnett, both of this city, uniting them in wedlock.
Infant son of Antoine and Mary Sears dies at one month
In this town on Sept 28 infant August Sears, aged one month, died of causes not stated. Funeral details were not provided among the brief death notice. Niobe Bentley Knight, widow of the late Jere mish C. Knieht, aged 88 years 4 months and 1% days, is also recorded as passing on Oct 1 in Appenang, S. I.
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Sears
Antoine
Mary Sears
Ksicut
Niobe Bentley Knight
Jeremish C. Knieht
Appenang, S. I
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Gertrude M. Hasbrouck
New York State
Gerald Bruanelle
Herreshoff
O. R Siegel
Bristol High School
Howard R. Newman
Walter H. Munro
Isaac W. Gorham
James M. Milburn, Jr
St. Louis
Cadwell and Drake
C. W. Sparks
Hope and
Bradford Streets
A. B. Brownell
Herreshoff Mfg. Co
Burnside Street
D. J. Neylan
Mrs. LeClair
Mac
Niobe B. Knight
Artillery
Keith’s New Theatre
Bill
Bradford St
R. I
Beecham
Slade— McBurnett
Wilkins
Reba Lodge
Sade—Mcburnett
Elizabeth Helena McBurnett
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