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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1918
Page
2
The Food Administration estimates 30 000 ocean going vessels afloat with 45 000 000 tons gross. War losses total about 8 783 080 tons and ship supply is about 20 percent below normal due to wartime disruption. France and England show reduced output Japan faces material shortages and American ship supply is just beginning.
To conserve tin linseed oil and other paint ingredients for war use manufacturers will cut production to 32 shades of house paint after July 1. Enamels floor paint roof and barn paint shingle stains carriage paint architectural varnishes will be limited to fixed shades. Half gallon cans will be eliminated and other sizes reduced.
The American consul at Geneva reported 1917 year end quotations for Swiss livestock: oxen $230 each, bulls $170, cows $260, calves $180, young pigs $14, sheep $14, and fat hogs at 32 cents per pound.
Information from Washington lists butter at 15 sold in Berlin for 225 dollars per pound. Sugar priced at 56 cents per pound. Ham and bacon at 2.11 dollars per pound. Ivory soap offered at five bars for 1.12 dollars.
In a lighthearted note the Argus reports a movement in New England to rename Rhode Island to Rhode Iceland Albany due to severe winter weather. The item captures local sentiment and a tongue in cheek proposal circulating among residents and readers.
The French Government has requisitioned the entire wheat crop, affecting farmers and grain markets. Officials promise compensation and outline implementation across the agricultural sector, signaling a major shift in supply control during this period.
Nancy Spencer of Attleboro visits Bristol as town groups plan meetings. Central Falls beat Colt 72 to 14 at Fales Hall. Marriage intentions filed for Ernest Wartt and Helena Sanford. Fundraising dances held at Hotel Belvedere and G A R Hall for church and memorial causes. Various club meetings, a steamer resuming service, and a theater show at Colt Memorial High School. Coal conservation measures announced plus charitable coal drives and thanks from service members.
There is widespread catarrh. local remedies fail. Hall's Catarrh Medicine from F J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio is promoted as a constitutional internal remedy that acts through the blood on mucous surfaces. A $100 reward is offered for any case it fails to cure. circulars and testimonials are sent. Sold by druggists, The exe Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The second term began yesterday as a coal shortage threatens operations with only about a week's supply. No German aliens registered yet. Police Chief Dwyer and apt. Goff handle registrations while Dwyer is in Providence as a witness in the James Golden murder trial. Frosts freeze hydrants, urging caution to prevent fires as roofs dry and water is scarce. A horse ran away on Hope Street, plowing into a sapling near Hasbrouck block before heading to Mr. Connor's Thames Street stable. Steamer Sagamore did not operate today but may resume tomorrow. ice channel remains open though Dyer Transportation freight boat has not yet arrived.
William T O'Donnell led Bristol’s Americanization effort as 78 first intentions and 16 second papers were filed by immigrants at the Superior Court. Canadians English Irish Portuguese Italian and German applicants appeared amid concerns over military service and a potential Italy Portugal pact shaping future citizenship demand.
A cold wave hit Bristol on Friday night and early Saturday with readings from 2 to 10 below zero in many areas. Brisk northwest winds and bright sun later eased sidewalks but temperatures stayed frigid. The National India Rubber Company factory’s shoe division partially closed due to the cold.
Captain Richmond Pearson Hobson addressed a large congregation at St Michael's Church urging national prohibition during the morning service. He called alcohol a deadly poison, cited its economic and moral costs, and urged readers to support the Anti-Saloon League and write to leaders to enforce prohibition for American soldiers abroad.
Mrs Henrietta Caroline Dornheim died last Friday at her Auburn home at age 80 years seven months. She and her husband Rudolph Dornheim lived here for many years. He ran a carriage making and wheelwright business in town and died about eight years ago. A sister of the late Soussrince of the town, the body was brought here Sunday and entombed at North Cemetery.
Mrs Martha Thompson widow of William T Thompson formerly of this town died last Friday at her home in Somerville Massachusetts. She was 67 years and 24 days old and had suffered Brights disease for 18 months. She leaves a son William J Thompson and a daughter Mrs Gertrude A Sheriff. The body was brought here and entombed at North Cemetery.
The body of Arthur P Thurston who died in Providence last Friday from accidental gas poisoning was brought here Sunday and entombed at North Cemetery. He was 31 years, 7 months and 7 days old. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:30 PM at the home of his mother Mrs Richard Magee, 53 Jackson Street.
The Y M C A becomes headquarters for United States Public Service Reserve applicants. General Secretary Milligan named enrollment agent to collect applications from skilled workers and mechanics. Most reserve positions offer good pay. no obligation to respond to a call. Enrollment does not grant draft exemption.
Advertises a free sample bottle of Green's August Flower from J. H. Young & Co to treat indigestion dyspepsia torpid liver and related woes. Claims fifty years of success and notes 30 and 90 cent bottle sizes with global sale.
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