The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-05-19
RIVERSIDE.
The Collector and tho Bulldog.
Doctors Horse Attacked by
Vicious Canine.

Yesterday afternoon Mr. Z. c. spofford.
who collects freight charges for the
Rhode Island company had an experience
which he will not soon forget He call
ed at the residence OF Col II. Anthony
Dyer and during the call had an inter
view with one OF the colonel's prize bull
dogs from which both the man and the
dogs emerged much the worse for wear.
The dog was chained up, but Mr.. spof-
ord passed too close 10 him and the dog,
ewhose duty II Is TO see that stran-
gers do not get too familiar, made
reach for the collectors anatomy. Mr..
Spofford about the same time landed a
vicious right handswing on the CANNES
countenance. The dog renewed the COM
bat and was knocked out by Mr.. Spof-
ford. but not until ne had bitten that
gentleman and torn his clothes.
BIT THE HORSE.
Yesterday as Or. Arthur C.. Platt and
Mrs Platt were returning from drive
strange dog which has hung around
the stable for several days sprang at
the horse and bt one OF his fore-legs
quite severely. The horse became fright
ened and did several circus stunts which
threatened diaster 10 the vehicle 10
The horse backed and reored until Mrs.
Platt was on the verge OF nervous pros
tration, but the animal was finally con-
trolled before any accident had occurred.
DR. Platt drove the dog away with
horsewhip and at last accounts he had
not returned.
THE GIRLS LIKE THEM.
Last evening the regular meeting OF the
al n
the business had been transacted one or
the members surprised the club by pro-
ducing a bountiful supply of edibles and
While the boys were enjoying the
spread there was rap at the outer door:
When the door was opened beautirul
knob and a bevy OF girls was seen sour
rying down the street The members OF
the club gave chase. but the nimble
"dears" outstripped their pursuers and
were not caught
A NEW FLOAT.
The ferry between Crescent Park and
Pawtuxet will begin 20 make trips next
new float which will be 20 feet wide ana
35 feet long. This is somewhat larger
than the one used last year
The trips will be made by the May.
which ran on the ferry last year.
AN EXCURSION.
There was an excursion OF the children
OF ST. Marys academy 20 Hunts Mills
Yesterday Two chartered cars were re
CURED TO transport the excursionists. who
had a most enjoyabl time. The various
amusements at the mills were opened for
their benefit and the day was spent in
nearly 200 In the party.
EARLY BATHERs.
The advent of hot weather has started
the boys OF the village to the beach.
where they cool off by plunge in the
brlny. There were quite a number of
swimming parties yesterday.
The boys say the water seems cold at
first. but is very comfortable after the
initial plunge has been made.
1T is FUNNY
A funny thing has been discovered In
regard to the reckless manner In which
automobilists have been want to whirl
past the square with n speed which
makes the hair grow la pompadour.
The law only regulates the speed OF
such vehicles IN what Is defined by the
town council as the compact portion OF
the town.
As Riverside has not yet been so def
ned there Is apparently no remedy for the
evil.
WILL PLAY BALL.
The ball team of the Remington Social
club has arranged game for Memorial
Day with team composed OF employees
OF ID. and w Dart OF Providence. The
game will be played at Crescent park
LOCAL ITEMS.
There was n steady call for ice cream
| and soda yesterday.
! A consignment of freight arrived yes
| terday for George II. Boyden.
The yawl Lone Hand has been placed
/ in commission.
| General A. + Burnside council, No. 5
/ O. l.. A. M. will meet to night.
Dog officer McGwinn has commenced