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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1907
Page
4
The piece notes the annual butterfly migration across the Isthmus of Panama, a mystery to naturalists since early exploration. By late June a few specimens appear at sea, increasing through mid July until the sky sometimes fills with vast numbers of these delicate insects.
Johanna M. Easterbrooks announces appointment by the Bristol Probate Court as executrix of Samuel Easterbrooks late of Bristol deceased. Bond filed as required. All creditors must present claims within six months from the first advertisement to the clerk of the Bristol Court.
October 17 1907 the town of Brisworth advertises the administration of the estate of Bernhard Hart late of said town deceased. Creditors are required to present their claims or file them with the clerk within six months from the date of the first advertisement. Mary A Hart signs.
Oct 17, 1907 notice from Bristol administrator Pietro Vaccaro announcing appointment to settle Carmine Vaccaro deceased of Bristol. All creditors must present claims or file in the proper office per law.
Town of Bristol Guardian of the person and estate of Bernard J Hart minor. All persons with claims against the ward must file them in the clerk's office within six months from the first advertisement. Mary A Hart is listed in the notice.
Yesterday on Hope street near North cemetery six men in a car struck a horse and wagon owned by Morris Nuddleman a local tank dealer. Nuddleman suffered scalp wounds and facial injuries with bruising but no broken bones and was taken home for treatment.
A compact aphorism notes smiles as a superior method of well being while comparing dangers of excess wine to the vast ocean. The saying elevates cheer as a therapeutic practice and suggests moderation in drinking.
The text attributes a quote to Thomas A Edison on overeating and indigestion and promotes Kodol as a stomach aid. It claims Kodol uses natural digestants and vegetable acids to digest what you eat, is pleasant to take, and is sold by W. H. Baffington.
Providence hosts four performances of Madam Butterfly by Henry W. Savage English Grand Opera Company starting Monday November 4. The company includes 150 performers and 60 musicians with multiple prima donnas for Madam Shatterfly. Mail orders to Felix Wendelschaefer secure seats before general sale.
A humorous remark on balance in work life from the New York World. The speaker recalls attempting to run all tasks at once in housekeeping and ending with accomplishing nothing. The dialogue contrasts total exertion with occasional emotional swings.
John recalls nearly getting engaged during a mountain tour as Michael recounts a near fall. He fell at the last moment, a precipice barely avoided. Pearson's Weekly reports the anecdote with a cautious, reflective tone.
An old advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a universal kidney remedy. It asserts kidneys cause many diseases and urges readers to treat kidney issues first. The pitch offers sample bottles by mail and lists Binghamton New York as the address.
A Louisville Courier Journal brief notes a man recalls giving a waiter a two dollar tip. The waiter thanked him then allegedly spoke to another staffer that the tipter lacked real sense.
A German proverb notes that a person who unsettles many also risks widespread fear in return, underscoring how notoriety breeds mutual caution and anxiety.
Oct 29 Tuesday evening a four act military drama A Soldiers Honor at Bristol Opera House. Oct 30 social in Naval Reserve Armory under First Division Rhode Island Naval Battalion. Nov 2 Saturday dance at Portuguese Hall Wilsons Lane for Joas P Da Silveira benefit. Nov 26 to Dec Fair at G A RB Hall under Rhode Island Company Uniform Bank No J of P.
Promote Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as safe, prompt for coughs and colds for all ages with maple sugar taste. Sold by W.H. Buffington. DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills offer relief from backache and urinary troubles for 25 cents, sold by W. H. Buffington.
October 17 1907 probate petition by Pietro Vaccaro administrator for Carmine Vaccaro deceased Bristol seeks court authorization to sell all or portion of an undivided half interest in real estate on Franklin Street to satisfy debts and funeral expenses. Fourth November hearing set with fourteen day notice in Bristol Phoenix.
County of Bristol file fragment from a public notice in Rhode Island appears in ad prose referencing the state and locality with no complete action or deadline data. The readable portion suggests a governmental or official notice context but lacks specifics to determine proceeding.
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