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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1920
Page
2
The article notes Secretary Lansing resigns after a clash with President Wilson over authority to chair cabinet meetings. It suggests the dispute stems from policy differences since the peace conference. Wilson’s temper is described as harsh and imprudent, while Lansing’s stance is portrayed as offering informal help.
The exchange reports doctors have coined the term Humoma to describe a widespread tired feeling and vague bodily discomfort. It mentions the lack of energy, head heaviness, and a sense that something is amiss with the body and mind. The note warns against counterfeit remedies and emphasizes genuine signs of the issue.
Herbert H Smith heads church advertising in the Presbyterian publicity department at a directors training conference of the New Era movement held over two days at Central Presbyterian Church Rochester. Funds for newspaper advertising to be included in the annual church budget and run weekly per local paper recommendations.
The note suggests newspapers will print only portions of a congressman's speech, implying limited impact on saving in print. The sentence hints at reduced coverage and perceived value of full remarks in the press.
The upcoming campaign season promises strong public scrutiny as voters prepare to judge profiteers and their messaging. Citizens anticipate pointed debates, demanding accountability from leaders and candidates alike.
Lent begins tomorrow with services at the Roman Catholic and Episcopal churches. The Fifth District Court docket was empty yesterday. Burnside Lodge plans a social evening after their convention. Rev Hadji Devadasen spoke on India at State Street ME Church. Bristol Chapter D A R hosts Washington's Birthday observance Monday. Deputy Collector Good will assist with income tax filings March 26 and 27 at the Post Office. Prof Louis Elson obituary noted in Boston. Bristol social events include a Foresters dance and a large American Legion memorial service for World War I service members. The 14th anniversary of the Bristol Train of Artillery and its 72nd annual ball are planned at the Naval Armory with Crown Orchestra. French War Certificates will be presented to next of kin next Sunday at the Pastime Theatre, with American Legion memorial services on Washington's Birthday.
The semi monthly Town Council meeting will be held this evening as owners of horses face hay and grain shortages. Peck grain store reports no car loads of hay or grain in the past two weeks, with only small quantities arriving by trucks.
The article extols doing good for others as the path to personal happiness. It urges acts of cheer, sympathy, encouragement, and cordial words even when money is scarce, arguing many hearts hunger for love and kindness more than wealth.
Mrs Mary Jane Manchester died Saturday at her Constitution Street home after months of illness. She leaves two sons William C and George and five daughters all of this town, plus a sister and a brother. She mothered 14 children, seven deceased, widow of James Cook Manchester with Christian values and many friends. Funeral today at 2 pm from Constitution Street residence. Rev J J Goodacre officiated. entombed at North Cemetery.
John H H Mott longtime resident of this town died at the Odd Fellows Home in East Providence. He was born May 19 in this town and joined United Brothers Lodge No 13 and Wampanoag Encampment No 100. He served as Outside Guard and Chaplain. survived by wife at the Odd Fellows Home and two sons Augustus of Cambridge and John H Boo of Riverside. Funeral tomorrow at 11 from the Odd Fellows' Home.
A $5,000,000 Providence Biltmore Hotel project was agreed in New York by John McE Bowring Loug Wallick and Arthur L Aldred for the Providence Chamber of Commerce. The 19 story building will sit on the Butts block bounded by Washington Dorrance Eddy and Worcester streets and start April 1. It will house about 560 outside rooms with private baths and 12 000 square feet of rental store space.
The Board of Managers plans preliminaries for a financial drive with $5000 pledged in advance by patrons including Charles B. Rockwell Col S P Colt Mrs H Howe National India Rubber Co Mr and Mrs W L McKee W G Low Mrs Halsey DeWolf George E Leighton and the Misses Barns The National India Rubber Co pledges $1000 and one subscriber will match the top giver as preparations aim to invite community participation to support character building and citizenship.
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