Editorial calls for peace with Germany and Austria
The piece argues for formal peace with Germany and Austria and for commercial treaties to align the United States with nonbelligerent nations. It notes Congress overruling a veto to cut the Army and criticizes continuing war burdens, with Mondell urging an end to wartime taxes in peacetime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Austria
United States
Harding
Congress
Mondell
House
Unnamed Producers and profiteers blamed for shortages
The text points to producers whose slow output creates scarcity and accuses profiteers of exploiting the shortage to earn profits over a two year period.
Senators Hear Appeals on Appointments Delays
The passage notes that people appealing for Senate consideration to be appointed to office likely complain that Congress is inactive and not taking action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Milk Poured Into Rivers Sparks European Food Shortage Debate
A European audience questions why this country pours milk into rivers amid famine fears. The statement highlights stark contrasts between domestic surplus actions and widespread hunger overseas, prompting debate over agricultural policy and humanitarian aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Paper shortage swells as 15 million tax filers scramble
The article notes a surge of income tax return activity with about 15 million people seeking forms and guidance amid ongoing paper shortages. It highlights strain on filing infrastructure and potential delays for taxpayers nationwide.
Waiting crowd urges halt to naval buildup
A large group calls for stopping naval construction once the navy exceeds all others. They argue for restraint and focus on diplomacy, signaling a shift in defense policy debates.
Nations race to devise new forms of poison gas
The article notes that many nations are intensifying efforts to invent new and deadly poison gases, signaling a global surge in chemical weapons research and potential threats.
Very mild winter prompts unchanged heavy earmuff fashion
In a season of unusually warm days, observers note that girls still wear thick earmuffs. The trend shows preference for warmth in December style despite milder temperatures.
Exorbitant rents protest by Bristol Rubber Workers Union
Joseph Trifari recording secretary of Rubber Workers Union No 17419 Bristol addresses a local newspaper plea urging rent reductions. He argues taxes water and upkeep have raised costs while workers incomes fall 15 to 20 percent, calling landlords “vampires” and asking for space in the paper to campaign for lower rents.
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Rubber Workers Union
Bristol
Joseph Trifari
Rubber Worker's Union
Prospect St
R I
Social and schooling visits and local club events in Brockton area
Mrs Prescott A Hoar visits Brockton friends while George A Richardson recovers at home. Kingston hosts Mrs Walter Chase weekend guest with Mr and Mrs Ralph Holt. Miss Claudia Wilson from Brown University spends weekend with Mr and Mrs Frank Keating. Mrs William C Manchester and Miss Annie Manchester return from Westport after visiting friends. John J Condon Jr a Warwick high school teacher visits family on Church Street. Thomas H Henderson from Detroit with Mrs Henderson visits Mr and Mrs J Frank Keating. The Social Whist Club marks its 19th anniversary at George Bush’s home with prizes and refreshments. Dr Daniel L Morrissey sails as medical officer for Panama Canal cruise aboard the Panama dinner General Gargas stopping at Havana and other ports. A G S Whist Club at Mass Effie Anderson’s wins prizes for Lena Congdon, Esther Osterberg and Harriet Maxfield. Two Bristol youths Burke and Leminx detained in Providence near boarding a New York steamer, later released to awaiting parents. Soldiers Home Orchestra performs at Flag Day in John Post Reynolds School. Miss Norma Mathewson surprised at a poverty party on Burton Street with Marion Brownell and Rosalind Howe winning prizes. dancing and refreshments follow.
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Prescott A. Hoar
Brockton
Mass
George A. Richardson
Walter Chase
Kingston
Ralph W. Holt
Claudia Wilson
Brown University
Frank Keating
William C. Manchester
Annie H. Manchester
Westport
John J. Condon, Jr
Warwick High School
John Condon
Church Street
Thomas H. Henderson
Division A. Morgan & Wright Tire Company
Detroit
Mich
Henderson
J. Frank Keating
George Bush
Lena Congdon
Esther Osterberg
Harriett Maxfield
Bristol
Richard Burke
Arthur Leminx
Colonial Line
Providence
New York
Wickenden Street
Murdock C McKenzie
John Post Reynolds
James Acheson
Aliyah Pond
John Ennis
Whist Club in Bristol Hosts Charity Benefit
Miss Alice DeWolfis guests Mrs Leighton in Philadelphia during the weekly Bristol Council Knights of Columbus whist. A Mass for Mrs Russell D Bullock at St Marys Church, and a school cake sale by class of 1921 ends with thanks. United Whist Club results list winners in both ladies and gentlemen divisions.
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Alice
DeWolfis
Leighton
Philadelphia
Bristol Council
Knights of Columbus
St. Mary's Church
Russell D. Bullock
Holy Rosary Society
United Whist Club
George Marshall
Charles E. West
Annie Faulkniér
E. LeBaron Church
Elisha Hibbert
James Magee
Bristol Chapter D A R Elects Delegates at Meeting
Bristol Chapter D A R met at 3 o clock at Miss Lillia Farring ton's Bradford street home with 33 members and four guests present. Regent Mrs Charles Black mar Jr opened the session after flag salute and Star Spangled Banner, with reports from Vice Regent Mrs John Batchelor and a talk by Rev G E Edgett on National Security. Delegates to National Congress in Washington April 19 and State Conference in Providence March 9 were elected including Regent Mrs Charles R Blackmar Jr and Vice Regent Mrs John Batchelor. alternates named as listed. Social hour followed with refreshments.
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Bristol
Lillia Farrington
Bradford Street
Charles Blackmar, Jr
John Batchelor
State Board
H. R. Dixon
Charles A Johnson
D C Black
D. H Childs
N. B. Sheldon
George Greene
Frank Buffinton
Harriet Church
Howard W Church
E. G. Easterbrooks
E. D. Anthony
Lenten Sermons Begin at St Mary's Church
Lenten services start tonight at 7 30 in St Marys Church with Rev Fr Cunningham of the Order of Preachers delivering a sermon on Prayer. Dominican Fathers will give sermons each Tuesday during Lent at St Marys, repeating last year’s series.
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St. Mary's Church
Cunningham
Order of Preachers
St Mary’s Church
When a Man Is a Failure
A reflective aphorism on self confidence and social responsibility. It condemns valuing success over character and notes such a man harms the community, even suggesting he would be shot if he were a horse.
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Richard C. Quirk
Barold E. Place
Hasbrouck
Wood Street
Phenix
Iberican Press Association
Editorial
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Americ
Utward
Post Office
News of
Sher Berkander
Ortrometrists
Opticians
Westminster Street
Shepard's
Basington’s Pharmacy
Watkins
J. R. Watkins Co
Department C
Winona
Minn
Rhode Island
Shoe Repairing CO
Wood ST
Bristol, R. I
O’sullivan
Satis
Social & Dance
Dwyer
Bristol Auto Shop
Sana
Ten Arms
Schrafft’s ‘Chocolates
Sale
Aya
Babbitt Woman's Relief Corps
Soldiers’ Home
Babbitt Woman’s Relief Corps
J Floyd Huestis
Paul Herzig
Abbie Hill
Lillian Nichols
Babbitt Relief Corps
Frank Paull
Elizabeth Graham
Freeborn R. Cole
Cooke Street
Colt Drive
Phoenix
Usher Avenue
Gabriele Saviano
Maple Street
South Warren
A. P. Nerone
A. A Edmonds. Co
Pure Food Store
California
Florida
R. I
Maine
Advance Brand
Advance Brand Sr
Columbia
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King Arthur
Charles. A. Johnson
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