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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1910
Page
3
George A. Arnold, moderator, discusses the need for town canvassers to divide Bristol into voting districts as required by the election law. He notes the absence of provisions for first moderators and clerks in new districts and urges prompt action to ensure lawful handling of votes and district officer appointments before the November 8, 1910 election.
At a Wednesday meeting W DeF Brown was elected a member and agreed to serve. Brown leads the National Indian Rubber Company as secretary and treasurer and had not before engaged in local politics. The committee sent circulars to Republicans who filed nomination papers since last spring advising removal from caucus voting lists for 14 months by the Town Council. They announce Ezra Dixon as Senate candidate and seek re election of Frank Hammill for the First Bristol district in the House. The Second Bristol district candidate is undecided. The Democratic committee has not announced its cands.
In a theology exam a young clergyman was asked what language Balaam's ass spoke. After a moment he smiled and wrote Assyrian as his answer.
The summary lists a bowling schedule for the week with matches including Mutts versus Dingbata on Monday and Moonshinera versus South Ends on Wednesday. The Mysteries won two of three arrangements from the Hayseeds last night, bringing the total score to three to one.
Dennis B Sullivan and Miss Helen Agnes Tobin wed at St Marys Church with a solemn high nuptial mass. Clergy from Providence Hartford and Warren officiated and a reception followed at Ferncliffe. Bride from Tobin family, groom a New Haven Hartford railroad conductor. couple to reside at Wencliffe after trip to Canada and Chicago.
The Rhode Island State Board of Agriculture prepared a pamphlet titled Home, Suggestions for Rhode Island Apple Growers. The Board aims to extend and improve fruit growing for agricultural and state welfare and will mail free copies to those who write with a sufficient address in care of A. E. Btene or similar. Kingston, RI.
Rep. Joseph Hutcheson again files charges against Warren Chief of Police Charles W. Saunders. The Warren Town Council will hear the case at a special meeting October 17. Saunders was suspended earlier, then reinstated by the Supreme Court on a writ of centiorari and paid during suspension.
George Demara urges Bristol residents to attend the Opera House shows, praising last night amateurs and a lineup of high quality pictures for next week. He notes Tuesday and Thursday caucuses limit nights but promises top attractions Friday through Saturday, with Amateur Night midweek and a strong Saturday program. The note ends urging early attendance after a near sellout last Saturday.
W H Buffington offers Dr Howard s specific for constipation and dyspepsia at half price with money back guarantee. The reduced price follows Druggist W H Buttington securing the deal and selling a limited amount. The medicine is claimed to cure headaches dyspepsia dizziness sour stomach specks before eyes and liver trouble. If unsatisfied buyers receive a refund.
In a terse woodland scene Pat reads a small sign on a tree that warns against stepping onto a tiny board. The humorous exchange questions who could access such a diminutive platform amid dense woods.
Mrs Sisanna Gayton wife of Charles N Gayton died Wednesday at her home 142 High street corner of Court street from a paralytic shock after a prior stroke. Age 65. Born in Philadelphia she married Charles N in 1862 and moved here in 1863. Survived by husband two sisters Mrs Louise Bromley and Mrs Sarah Bamford and two grandsons in Philadelphia. Funeral tomorrow at 2 pm Rev Frank E Talbee will officiate burial North Cemetery. She was known for a pleasant personality and wide circle of friends.
William Gordon Finley 25 or 26 died at his home 21 Bradford Street on Wednesday after a prolonged illness caused by a complication of diseases. Born in town to William H. and Mary Etta Finley he lived here except two years in Springfield Massachusetts. He attended St Michael's Church and Sunday school and was described as an upright conscientious young man. The funeral is set for tomorrow at 11 AM from his aunt Mrs Thomas McCormick 1051 Hope Street Bristol Neck with Rev Dr Locke officiating. Interment will be in North Cemetery.
Columbus Day will be observed next Wednesday by Italians with a parade from Wood street to the Opera House, Town Hall exercises, and a band concert on the Common. The day features speakers from the Town Council and civic groups, an English and Italian orator, a morning salute at 6 a.m., and possible afternoon baseball game and evening concert. Local factories and companies may close for the holiday, though notices are not yet posted by several firms.
The notice outlines caucus timings for First and Second Districts in October at the Bristol Train of Artillery Hall Town Hall and Court House. Meetings aim to nominate Representatives for the State Legislature elect a Town Committee and Senator, and convene delegates to the Republican State Convention in Providence.
The monthly Town Council session had all members present. The council authorized town physicians to vaccinate schoolchildren and issue certificates. Posts will be placed at Metacon avenue town line Half Way Hill and at Constitution street foot. Dr Hasbrouck protested remitting Mrs Mildred Williams taxes, threatening court action. President MacDougall defended legality. Several bills were passed for payment.
The annual meeting at Mrs. A. M. Babbitt house on Hope street opened with devotional exercises by Rev. John McVay. Reports summarized the year's work. officers elected include First Directress Mrs. Skinner Second Directress Mrs Spooner and several managers with Mrs. Babbitt as Secretary and Treasurer.
Married in town on October 5 at St. Patrick's or local parish by Very Rev. Thomas Doran Y.G. Dennis B. Sullivan and Miss Helen Agnes Tobin, both residents of the town, announce their Holy Matrimony.
In this town Opt 5 Mrs Susanna Gayton wife of Charles N Gayton aged 65 years dies. Also in this town Opt 5 William Gordon Finley aged 25 years 8 months and 5 days dies.
The Rexall Store offers Rexall Orderlies described as a pleasant safe remedy for constipation and bowel disorders. The ad claims they soothe the intestinal tract without purging or causing diarrhoea and suit children and the elderly, with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Sold at The Hope Drug Co., 297 Hope Street.
A birthday party for Miss Margie Maytum occurred at her Sherry avenue home on Monday. Guests came from Boston Providence Warren and nearby town. A musical program featured quartets, solos, recitations, and dances by local performers. a fine collation followed and gifts were presented to the hostess.
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