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Drinking fountain. The word is predominantly used in parts of the upper Midwest, Rhode Island, Australia, and other scattered areas of New England. It is said that in a couple of places that the usage may be related to the Wisconsin-based manufacturer, Kohler, which marketed a fountain under the Bubbler name around 1914.
Within New England, "bubbla" is used most in the State of Rhode Island, but because of the state's close proximity to Mass, many residents of Mass may also be familiar with the term.
Within New England, "bubbla" is used most in the State of Rhode Island, but because of the state's close proximity to Mass, many residents of Mass may also be familiar with the term.
by Chris Zales January 5, 2008
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