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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1917
Page
2
The Phenix News stands at William F. Briggs building on High Street near the Y M C A block. Readable items note Hasbrouck Block, Wood Street, Hope Street, and State Street in the vicinity.
A compact column lists Mrs Ella Crowley N J Golden State College Artillery Hall along with Providence C M H S Glee Club and Sam the Shoeman as part of an advertisement page.
Editorial notes Germany's ruthless submarine warfare without official proof of an act to justify executive authority. Reports say an American sailor George Washington was killed aboard the Turino sinking and the California torpedoing appears to violate U S rights though the administration seeks clear outrages before any war step.
The Warren Gazette announces a move from an eight page weekly to a four page paper published twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays. The first issue under the plan is creditable and aims to deliver news promptly while boosting advertising value and town upbuilding with community support.
Last Sunday's Boston American depicted exterior shots of Colt Memorial High School with pupils leaving. The article claimed a one million dollar cost and 75 pupils, but the paper reportedly doubled the cost and halved the pupil count, casting doubt on the figures.
The twelfth annual banquet of Bristol Aerie No 983 F O E was held at Hotel Belvedere with about 140 attendees. Harry R. Gray welcomed guests and appointed Judge Edward Lo Leahy as toastmaster. William Edwards of Providence Aerie No 99 spoke, dancing followed with Wynn's Orchestra, and the arranging committee included John Brechin James Holmes Alexander Geisler Thomas Tobin Joseph Connell and A C Nerone.
A reflection on how equal rights do not guarantee equal personal effort or success, noting that individuals vary in drive and energy. The text emphasizes that rights are universal, while outcomes depend on initiative and perseverance.
A concise observation notes that well-maintained work environments deliver greater returns than well-kept medical facilities and cemeteries, highlighting productivity and economic impact.
The schedule lists outward departures at 7.50 and 11.20 am and 2.20 and 5.20 pm. Return arrivals occur at 8.00 am 10.00 am and 2.00, 4.00 and 7.00 pm.
The Bristol post office opens at 6.45 a.m. and closes at 7.30 p.m. Money Order Registry and Postal Bank services run from 8.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. Mail arrivals are at 7.00, 8.00, 2.00, 4.00, 6.00, 7.00 p.m. and mail closes at 7.30, 8.50, 11.50 a.m., 1.50, 5.50, 7.15 p.m. Sunday arrivals are 8.00 a.m. with 4.50 p.m. close.
Mrs E DeW Adams leaves for Atlantic City and New York for a month of visits. St Elizabeth's Social Club plans a minstrel show and films at Pastime Theatre next Monday. Reba Rebekah Lodge drill set for 7 30 pm in Odd Fellows Hall. Bristol Train of Artillery to drill at the armory tonight. Various civic, church, and school notices fill the town calendar with meetings, sales, and social events.
A Louisville reader describes personal improvement after taking Vinol to treat nervous, run down, and weak conditions. The testimonial claims health gains from beef liver and cod liver peptides and glycerophosphate components. Hope Drug Co. Bristol advertises the product with a stated guarantee.
Two of Dr. R S Church who had been ill with rheumatism for weeks are able to be out. Mrs John Duffy who had been seriously ill on Wood street sat up briefly yesterday. Miss Mary Vera of Third street ill since Jan 14 with pneumonia was taken to Rhode Island Hospital for abscess of the right lung. Yesterday Dr O R Siegel and Dr J Perkins of Providence held a consultation.
Lincoln Birthday events include Flag Day exercises at Colt Memorial High School next Monday at 130. Major A. R. Williams of Providence will be the speaker. Upper grade pupils only. parents may attend. Babbitt Post G A R will visit lower grade schools during the day.
Dreadnaught Hook and Ladder Hose admits one new member and receives three applications. Hydraulion Engine and Hose notes two applications and plans to resume the fair tomorrow. Defiance Hose appoints officers including Pipemen and Hydrant men. YMCA and parish clubs announce upcoming games and recent results with Trinity Church and Messiah Church teams.
Town Council has updated ordinances and printed them in pamphlet form at the Phoenix Office. Citizens may obtain free copies at the Town Clerk’s office, as ignorance of the law excuses no one and there is no excuse for not knowing the town laws.
The Bristol Train of Artillery hosts its 69th annual Washington Ball and 114th anniversary event at GAR Hall on Monday evening honoring Lincoln's birthday. The affair features flags and bunting, a Crown Orchestra concert from 8 to 9, a grand march at 9, dancing late, trooping of the Colors, intermission refreshments, and medal presentations by Ezra Dixon. Attendees to include troops from Warren Providence East Greenwich Newport Boston Fall River and other cities.
For sale list from Gov Bradford Farm includes Johnny Cake Meal, new Milch Cows and Springers. B French prep available.
Dr A O Robins of Thornton was found guilty in Providence Superior Court of performing an illegal operation on 13 year old Sue Hughes, which caused her death. Jury foreman Eber Hill and juror Joseph S Wogd were named. appeal notice must be filed within seven days and bail set at 3000 dollars.
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