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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1916
Page
4
The article warns of rheumatism caused by impurities in the blood and urges improving general health and blood purification. It endorses cod liver oil emulsion as nature's nourishment that strengthens the body and helps expel impurities, appealing to daily use over alcoholic substitutes.
Keith’s Theatre Providence begins its world famous vaudeville season on Monday September 11 with daily shows at 145 and 745 pm. The bill features Genevieve Cliffe in A Breath of Old Virginia Tango Shoes Billy Halligan and Dana Sykes in Somewhere in Jersey Dyer and Fay Howard Antrim and Vale Dupree Dupree Three Ankers and various novelty acts plus educational motion pictures. A credit seat system and cut rate matinees are introduced for out of town patrons.
The Boston Post reports an auto crash at Broadway and Page in Revere injuring Carmeno Sumasucco, 44, of Stark Avenue Revere an employee there. He was struck by a car owned by Samuel P Colt of Bristol Rhode Island and driven by Samuel Smith of Revere. Sumasucco suffered a crushed breast an injured arm and a scalp wound. he was taken to Frost Hospital Chelsea with a serious condition.
Historical notes from Alexander the Great's campaigns mention a reed in India that yields honey without bees, hinting at early awareness of sugar cane in the region before the common era. Observers recorded these observations amid campaigns and conquests.
Two motion picture players recently married at Texarkana on the state line between Arkansas and Texas staged a publicity stunt by tying the knot in both states. The ceremony required separate licenses from each state, a harmless scheme that cost only the price of the extra license and produced publicity without other cost.
A noted fiction expert comments on a story calling it a punchy piece. Mr Growcher adds that the punch reminded him of moonshine liquor, highlighting a sharp, memorable line in the discussion.
A wartime poem set in the Rheims cathedral recounts a Red Cross mission amid shattered masonry. An Abbe urges mercy bearing wounded enemies to a hospital in a street altar of charity, preaching love to end war. The scene ends with a crowd’s silence and an improvised temple of compassion. Mary Ellis Robins September 1914.
A cautionary note on planning and time management. The author argues that excessive worries come from a lack of system and proposes scheduling daily tasks to reduce friction and improve steady progress over days months.
A teacher asks a pupil to spell ibex and define it. Thomas replies that an ibex is where you look in the back of the book to find something printed in the front, a humorous misdefinition reflecting classroom whimsy.
A 19th or early 20th century notice warns that typhoid germs thrive in standing water and drains. Boiling kills germs but water may taste flat. shake well and add carbonated water to improve flavor.
Dialogue notes a police officer recognizing a horse linked to Higgins from past nights at the club. The private replies with a cheeky line about repeated introductions and past kissing, implying familiarity and humor in their interaction.
A terse reflection notes that memory fades with age yet the lessons from mother and father endure, cautioning against losing wisdom despite forgetfulness. The piece echoes a Houston Post sentiment about enduring values across generations.
A wry remark notes that a man whose heart lies in his stomach may rightly be called a hearty eater reflecting a culinary stereotype.
A brief reflection notes how optimism acts as a sunbeam separating two dark clouds. The sentiment contrasts gloom with hope, framing mood as a hopeful pause in a troubled period.
Anthony at Beverly Farms announces the birth of a son LeBaron Colt Anthony on September 6 to Col. and Mrs. Andrew Weeks Anthony and grandson of Senator and Mrs. LeBaron B. Colt of the town.
Wallis E Howe Jr defeats W Fred Williams Jr in the first round and Fred M Dixon Jr in the semi finals at the Bristol Casino Tennis Courts. Robert W Nelson defeats E A Barrows 6 2 6 1 in the semi finals. Howe meets Nelson in the final for the cup.
In this town notice of births lists Wil Fred Hardy Merriam born Sept 5 son of Clifton H. and Mrs Merriam aged 7 weeks. Antone Piri born Sept 8 son of Angelo and Mrs Piri aged 1 year 1 month.
Town tax collector announces readiness to receive the 1916 tax in Burnside Memorial Building. Office hours in September are weekdays 9 am to 12 noon and 2 to 6 30 pm, with exceptions on Sundays holidays and Saturday afternoons. From September 28 to October 2 the office will be open evenings from 7 to 9 pm.
A riddle style notice describes restoring a lost purse and reuniting a home with a maid, while a housewife profits from old items. It mentions buying new furniture and finding a place for the old possessions. Merchants and Manufacturers seek help from the same figure.
Edwin Cure, executor of Sarah J Cure of Bristol, announces acceptance of the trust and bond filed as required. Creditors must file claims with the Bristol Probate Court clerk within six months from the first advertisement.
The undersigned announces appointment as Administrator of Patience Dill late of Bristol deceased by the Probate Court of Bristol with bond filed as required by law. George W Dill is the administrator.
Detroit News notes debate on cosmetics and symbolism in the suffrage movement. The powder puff is described as an aid to salvation, while some leaders dismiss it as a handicap. The piece lampoons men tolerating bald heads that gleam as part of the era's protest imagery.
Joseph W. Lewis and Harry L. Bates are named as auctioneers for Henry W. Cookh Company located at 15 Westminster Street.
Public auction September 16 1916 in Providence County Rhode Island under decree of the Superior Court in equity cause No 3475 Emily Coggeshall et al v Martha Bunn et al. The sale includes multiple Bristol parcels tied to the Sandford Simmons and Dabney estates with descriptions, dower rights, and prior conveyances. Two parcels to be sold as one at 12:30 PM and three parcels as one at 12:00 noon. Commissioner Edward E Bunn and Attorney John Henshaw.
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