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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1920
Page
2
An editorial reflects on how Washington and Lincoln were attacked in their eras and argues history vindicates great leaders. It warns against Gompers' rising influence in labor politics while noting ongoing efforts for industrial courts and fair worker representation.
The German government declines to surrender the men sought by the Allied powers for trial, arguing that their actions were justified by wartime obligations and policy. The stance complicates postwar accountability efforts and sparks international debate.
The passage discusses wartime conduct with cited rules that soldiers should avoid barbarous acts while noting massacres of defeated foes and non-combatants as exceptions. It contrasts Germany's stance and includes notes on self-help and restraint during conflict.
Neighbors complain that snow removal by the state crew failed to clear gutters along the west side of Hope Street between State and Bradford Streets. Water collects into several sizable ponds, forcing pedestrians to wade or climb icy banks in front of the library.
With the Woman Suffrage Amendment ratified by thirty two states, the final success depends on ten legislatures that have not yet acted. The unsettled states are Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Louisiana, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Vermont, Washington and West Virginia.
An editorial in The Providence News questions the justice of prohibition and hints the paper once drew on strong, easy rhetoric but now questions its own motivational clarity about the issue.
A note observes February as the shortest month this year and adds that it is only one day shorter than four other months, highlighting the calendar quirk.
A notice lists Bristol departure times for outward mail at 8.20 11.20 am 2.20 4.20 and 5.20 pm and arrival times at 6.00 pm 11.00 am 2.00 4.00 and 5.00 pm.
Se and Vicinity notes report small local items across area including routine updates and brief notices. The column highlights community snippets, events, and everyday occurrences from nearby towns and neighborhoods.
Bristol civic groups list meetings for Knights of Columbus Encampment Pythian Sisters and local boards. Rhode Island Soldiers Bonus program advances with May 1 start and July 1 end 1921. Church sermons at St Marys feature Dominicans Rev Gaither next Tuesday on Service of God. Local civics lectures planned at O Wolf Inn with Republican Woman's Committee speakers. Joseph C Smith resigns as St Marys organist honored with gold watch. Francis Doyle of Providence to succeed.
Ned Nate notes an evening program at Memorial High School under Bristol Mothers’ Club. The event features Brown Melody Combined Clubs, Langley Mandolin Club, Sabin vocal pieces, Prothero Specialty Number, Stock and Scott Glee Club numbers, a reading by M Standish, tenors W L Dewart, a violin solo by Forsyth, and Alma Mater by J A DeWolf.
The Fifth District Court docket was empty yesterday morning. Local items include students George Cook and Abner Bailey visiting relatives, Charles Hughes visiting town, and a Gibbons archbishop letter read in churches. Lodge meetings, a coasting injury recovery, a St Alban’s service, a false alarm, and a farewell for Mrs Lannon mark Bristol community notes.
Next Thursday features NI R team against Newport Naval Training Station and YMCA meet St Thomas Club of Providence. Newport boasts a string of state victories while St Thomas is considered a Providence club class. Boxing match was canceled due to YMCA game with New Bedford YMC. expect lively action and strong turnout by fans arriving early.
The Garls Prigndly Society meets tonight at 7 30. Parish Aid Society holds regular meeting tomorrow afternoon. Holy Eucharist tomorrow morning at 9. Evensong at 5. Thursday services 7 15 and 5, Friday 7 15 and 7 30. The Friday preacher is Rev S C Hughes rector of Trinity Church Newport a prominent diocesan figure.
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