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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1916
Page
4
Wednesday results show the Red Sox winning two games out of three from the Hank Hanks. Earlier, the Hoopers defeated the Hayseeds two strings in three as J Bottomsey rolled a high single of 124 and a three string total of 331.
A judge recalls talking with a job seeker who said he visited a china decorator for work but was startled by a sign outside reading Firing Daily. The remark underscores an absurd employment scene and a tense moment.
The note references B Williams and a phrase about worldly troubles described as porn with wingy M. The fragment hints at a literary or satirical piece possibly by B Williams but lacks concrete events, dates, or clear context for a fuller summary.
The Lord's Day League of New England closes its 1915 report with a record year and the defeat of forty anti Sunday bills in six states. Only Rhode Island passed favorable bills, sparking concern over a wider opening of Sunday laws and enforcement challenges amid changing demographics and liberty debates. Re elected Rhode Island officials include Bashop J D W Perry Jr President W H P Faunce Rev O Glen Atkins Rev F W Crowder Rev Henry Bassett and Hugh McGregor.
The Children’s Home gratefully received a variety of donations including hats from Mrs. Tingley sugar from Mrs. C. B. Rockwell Jr. skates from John and Rosalind Howe a coat from Rosemary Howe furs from Mary Rawson and more items such as preserves dinners caps turnips apples cereals toys clothing and services from multiple donors and organizations.
Funeral services were held for Mrs Rose Battaglia at her Bradford Street home with a requiem Mass at St Marys Church and burial in St Marys Cemetery. The next day Mrs Mary Gomes of 118 Bay View Avenue had a requiem Mass at St Elizabeths Church for the repose of her soul, with interment in St Marys Cemetery and a large turnout of relatives and friends.
Ian MacLaren claims Gaelic offers fifty terms of endearment while the Isle of Man language provides ninety seven ways to say my dear claiming it is best suited for lovers. The note highlights Gaelic and Manx as richly expressive for affection.
An American teacher in Peking recalls a pupil’s colorful summary of Americans. The pupil says Americans are clean like the Japanese and eat clean food, leaving little time to catch in. They marry during travel, Europeans have beards, but Americans shave daily.
After a sermon the pastor announced a board meeting. Everyone left except the board and one stranger who stayed. The stranger replied it was the most tedious moment he had ever endured, delivering a dry joke about being bored.
Paragraph 210 of the Regulations of the United States Army describes posts with ordnance firing morning and evening guns at reveille and retreat. The flag is raised at sunrise and lowered at sunset in sync with the gun, suggesting a flag salute tradition.
A sobering advertisement urges drinkers to quit at once to avoid job loss. It claims ORRINE restores sobriety and productivity for thousands and offers a money back guarantee after a trial. The home use product costs $1.00 per box with a free booklet available at W H Buffington on Hope Street.
Pearson's Weekly reports a husband test where men answer personal questions and recall family details. The piece notes many husbands failed to identify their wives' hands behind a curtain and discusses praise, acknowledgment, and admitting fault as tests of a perfect husband.
Anna Gladden argues in the Times-Picayune that the average American home has faded appeal as a place to rest and family life shifts to outside activities. Improvements in the yard and fences, with flowers and vines, can rekindle interest and make the home a place for lingering daily.
The piece argues that youthfulness comes from embracing new people and ideas and avoiding fixed routines. It warns that clinging to past methods ages individuals, while constant change and variety preserve vitality. It notes both men and women should seek frequent outings and new experiences.
A Kansas City Star piece recalls a boy who hid in a garret trunk at a birthday party and returns years later to find the same trunk with only a faded waistcoat and six copies of Hostetter's Almanac. The memento items belonged to his late Uncle Lafe, a vaudeville star.
A mob prepared to lynch a man halts to offer last moments and asks for prayers or a brief amusement The doomed man responds he is exhausted and suggests he would enjoy skipping rope as a final exercise reflecting dark humor of the scene
An aged driver known as Bills is described as absent minded yet credited with ten years of safe service as a chauffeur. The New York Globe uses a folksy voice to capture the character and routine of his tenure.
An old-style ad touts Scott’s Emulsion as a source of strength and stamina. It promises to invigorate the blood and restore health for those run down, tired, or overworked, noting it is alcohol free and produced by Scott & Bowne in Bloomfield.
Air plants lodge on moist balmy wires producing unusual effects as insulation rots and roots take hold. Telegraph and telephone lines serve as habitats where vegetation thrives in unexpected locations.
The iron hand of Goetz von Berlichingen is noted, along with a noble’s iron foot weighing ten pounds that could kick hard enough to be stolen and cast into the Rhine. Earth worms lack eyes yet their mouth end senses light to tell day from night.
Eleanor F Cooke, appointed administratrix by the Bristol Probate Court, gives bond as required. All creditors must present claims within six months from first advertisement to the court clerk.
The undersigned announces appointment by the Pro ministrator of the estate of Catherine H Sparks deceased of Bristol. Creditors must file claims at the clerk of the solid court as first advertisement. Albert M Sparks dated 2 21 18 25.
January 17 1916 administrator of the estate of George T Lowe late of Bristol deceased issues the first advertisement for claims against the estate George F Lowe listed as administrator to collect debts and notify creditors.
Public auction set for March 6 1916 at 2 PM on the Mount Hope Farm tract in Bristol Rhode Island. The sale follows a 1911 mortgage with default and covers multiple parcels including three acres and two additional lots with rights of way. Assignee of the mortgage bids and conducts sale at K4 State Street Bristol Rhode Island.
Aesop tale notes cranes escape while geese are trapped by a birdcatcher. The fable contrasts light wings with heavier bodies. The accompanying text extols happiness and urges frictionless living and gentle human intercourse.
The Probate Court of Bristol on February 2 1916 received a will and estate instrument for Charles William Greene late of Erbetot and set February 21 1916 at 10 30 A M in the Probate Court Room for consideration. Notice ordered to be published for fourteen days once weekly in the Bristol Phoenix.
Notices from Bristol January and February 1916 show wills and appraisals for Emma Westcott Bullock Annie McGowan estates and guardianship bond relief for Haskell and Helen Benjamin. Citations set for 10 30 AM in Bristol Probate Court with weekly notices in the Bristol Phenix.
January 24 1916 ministratrix Ella F Moiles of Bristol deceased has given bond and all estate creditors are notified to file claims within six months from first advertisement in the clerk of court office.
William J LeClair and Eva M LeClair of Bristol seek to adopt William Arthur Corier born March 20 1910 in Fall River Massachusetts and change his name to William Arthur Leair. Court hearing March 20 1916 at 10 30 AM in Bristol Probate Court. Publication ordered in Bristol Phoenix for three weeks prior to the hearing.
Exclusive forecast notes two seasonal silhouettes for women. One style targets modesty avoiding attention while the other embraces bold attire, reflecting Milwaukee Journal tone on fashion limits and freedom.
A list of upcoming community events includes the Thirteenth annual fair of King Philip Steam Fire Engine Co at Artillery Hall on State Street in February and March. Activities feature dances, vaudeville, rummage sales, cantatas, and a Washington Ball hosted by Bristol Train of Artillery and G A R Hall events.
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