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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1916

Page

3

Bishop Doran Dies After Illness in Providence

The Rev Thomas F A Doran auxiliary Bishop of Providence diocese died at St Josephs Hospital after a week long illness from a Ja grip attack followed by pneumonia. He was born Oct 4 1856 in Barrington educated at Mount St Marys Emmitsburg and Woonsocket ordained 1890. He served St Marys Taunton Newport St Edwards Providence and was Vicar General from 1894. Created Titular Bishop of Halicarnassus and Auxiliary in 1915, he held papal honors including Prothonotary Apostolic. Survived by his brother Judge John Doran and sisters Margaret and Catherine. Funeral Friday at 10 at the Cathedral of SS Peter and Paul Providence.

Doran Thomass F.adoran Diocese of Providence St Joseph’s Hospital James and Catherine (Nolan) Doran Barrington Warren Mount St.Mary's College Emmettsburg St. Charles’ Church Woonsocket Thomas F. Hendricken St. Mary's Church Taunton Newport St. Edward's Church Matthew Harkins Halicarnassus SS. Peter and Paul J. Doran Pius X Ately Inc John *Doran Superior ‘Court Margaret Catherirne Doran St. Mary’s Church St. Elizabeth’s Church Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul

Adaptability of Chinese Walnut Tree for Northern Florida Cultivation

Experiments prove the adaptability of the Chinese wood tree for northern Florida growth. A tree in Tallahassee bore two bushels of fruit last season. Besides economic value, it is ornamental with clusters of white flowers and reddish yellow centers, resembling catalpa when in full bloom.

Florida Tallahassee Fla Catalpa

Sloan's Liniment Aids Rheumatism Sufferers

An 1915 San Francisco reader testimonial extols Sloan's Liniment for immediate relief during rheumatic attacks. The note claims rapid pain reduction after a few drops and credits the remedy with restoring the writer to work at a major department store.

Sloan S. F Sloan's H. B. Smith San Francisco Cal

The War on Alcohol Prohibition Across States in 1915

Ferdinand C. Inglehart notes in The Christian Herald Almanac that 1915 saw multiple state actions toward prohibition. Alabama Arkansas Idaho Iowa Wyoming South Carolina Ohio Utah and South Dakota moved toward or implemented bans or referendums, leaving nineteen prohibition states as 1915 ends.

Alabama Arkansas Idaho Iowa District of Columbia Wyoming South Carolina America Ohio Utah South Dakota Ferdinand C. Inglehart D. D Christian Herald Almanac

General Hugo and the Thionville Siege Legend

A century earlier Gen Count Joseph Hugo defended Thionville during two sieges and earned a reputation for bold, picturesque warfare. The tale recalls his mercy after battle when he gave water to a wounded Moor, only to be fired upon by a pistol shot that narrowly missed him.

Joseph Hugo Victor Hugo Thionville Lucknow Napoleon Diedenhofen Greast Metz Lorraine Hugo Italy Spain

Bull Attack Wounds Justice of the Peace in Donegal

An enraged bull charged a justice of the peace at Larganreagh County Donegal Ireland. The man sat on a bridge when the bull charged dragged him into the water and seriously wounded him. Farm hands drove off the bull and rescued him.

Larganreagh County Donegal Ireland Nufl

Turpentine and Vaseline Liniment Promoted for Skin Application

A mixture of equal amounts of vaseline and turpentine is described as effective and convenient. Melt the vaseline, mix with turpentine, apply warm and rub into the skin while protecting clothing from an oily stain.

Deaf couples dance to vibrations in San Francisco exhibit

The vibrations from an orchestra shivered the floor enough for deaf dancers to move in time. Others by watching also fell into rhythm, showcasing a silent yet lively display of motion.

San Francisco

Home dental care tip for tartar prevention

The advice suggests dipping an orangewood stick in clear lemon juice and rubbing it over the teeth and gums four or five times weekly. It also recommends rubbing the gums with glycerin once or twice daily to maintain gum health.

Kaiser's link to the beast puzzle sparks debate

An unnamed discoverer links the German ruler to the biblical beast in Revelation using the word Kaiser. By assigning alphabet positions and adding a six for his six sons, the sums total 666. The interpretation arouses skepticism but fuels wartime speculation about current events and methods.

German Empire Isaac Newton

Bristol Aerie of Eagles to Install Officers and Banquet

The Bristol Aerie No. 953 Fraternal Order of Eagles will install officers at Grand Army Hall next Monday evening with David J. Barr and Thomas J. Tobin assisting. A banquet follows on January 20 in the same hall, with James Holmes chairing the arrangements and a full committee listed.

Bristol Aerie Order of Eagles Grand Army Hall David J. Barr Providence Thomas J. Tobin the Aerie James Holmes Albert Edmonds John R. White George Ugas George Feathers William Burke George McClure

Funerals for Eliza Sherman and George G. Taylor

The funeral of Mrs. Eliza Sherman who died last Wednesday was held Saturday at 1 30 P M from 41 Cottage Street with Rev Francis H Spear conducting due to Rev A C McGilton illness. Interment at North Cemetery. The funeral of Comrade George G Taylor who died at the Soldiers Home was held Saturday at 11 30 A M at the Mortuary Chapel North Cemetery with Rev Charles E McCoy officiating. Four veterans from the home served as bearers. Burial followed in the soldiers lot.

Eliza Sherman Cottage Street A. C. McGilton State Street M. E Francis H. Spear Warren Methodist Church North Cemetery George G. Taylor Charles E. McCoy Trinity Episcopal Church

How to Clean the Carpet Sweeper Brush

A small wire hair brush works well to remove hair and string from the carpet sweeper brush, making maintenance quick and simple.

A Word With Women About Kidney Trouble

An advice notice urges women to consider kidney trouble when back pains dizziness and urinary issues occur. It promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as an effective remedy, citing Mrs. Paul Pevin of Bristol who reports relief after using the product bought from J H Young's Drug Store. Price 50c at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.

Dean Bristol Paul Pevin Washington St Doan J. H. Young Pevin Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo N. Y

Obituary notices for Antonio Santulli and Comrade Arnold

Obituary details Antonio Santulli aged 73 of Usher Street who died Saturday after a grip and pneumonia. Born in Pagliata Italy he served in the Italian army and in the Italian Austrian war of 1866. Survived by wife Maria and 10 children. Funeral at St Mary Church and interment at St Mary Cemetery. Also obituary note for Comrade Arnold born Hopkinton Mass who served in the Civil War with Rhode Island Infantry and Veteran Reserve Corps. He was a widower and buried in Hopkinton.

Antonio Santulli Usher Street Pagliata Chieti Italy Fle Thetalian Rome Maria Santulli Lawrence Nicola Guiseppe Giovanni Santulli Nicola Santulli State Street Annie Cecelia Julia Concetta Clara Puya Vincenzo Puya Bristol Maria de Florio Alfonso de Florio Philadelphia St. Mary’s Church St. Mary's Cemetery Brest Arnold Hopkinton Mass Rhode Island Infantry Veteran Reserve Corps Eighty-eighth Company

William J McDonough Dies After Brief Illness in Bristol

William J McDonough of Bristol died Saturday morning at Rhode Island Hospital after a brief illness from a complication of diseases. He was in his 50s, born in Providence, lived in Warren several years, and moved to Bristol in 1903 where he ran the Montreal House on Thames Street. Survived by a wife and three children in Bristol and a mother, two brothers F and James McDonough, and three sisters Miss Catherine McDonough Miss B E McDonough and Mrs James H Smith of Warren. Funeral held at 8:30 from his residence 540 Thames Street with a 9 o'clock Requiem Mass at St Marys Church sung by Rev Thomas J Gillan. Bearers were Edward McKeon William Duffy Martin and John McDonough James and Vincent Smith.

William J. McDonough Rhode Island Hospital Providence Warren Bristol Montreal Thames Street James McDonough Catherine McDonough B. E. McDonough James H. Smith St. Mary’s Church Thomas J. Gillan Edward McKeon William Duffy Fall River Martin John McDonough James Vincent Smith

Comrade Ellery W. Price Dies at 70 in Providence

Ellery W Price died Sunday night about 10 30 at the Soldiers Home from pneumonia after a lung grip. A Civil War veteran, he served in the Tenth and Eleventh Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry. He was admitted from Providence January 26 and is survived by his brother Frank Price of Providence. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 2 pm from 830 Broad Street Providence.

Ellery W. Price Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry Providence Frank Price Broad Street

Comrade Joseph G. Arnold Dies at Soldiers' Home

Comrade Joseph G. Arnold died Sunday at the Soldiers Home. The notice records his death and affiliation without additional details in the obituaries style of the local paper.

Joseph G. Arnold Soldiers

Successful New Year masquerade dance in Bristol hall

The Bristol Council No. 379 Knights of Columbus hosted a well attended New Year’s Eve masquerade at G. A. R. Hall. Crown Orchestra provided music. Guests came from Providence Warren and nearby towns in fancy costumes. Miss Margaret Dwyer of Providence won a silk umbrella for best ladies costume. Arrangements were led by Reuben S Dunn Robert G Newbold William F Sisson John Lavander and Charles E Burns with reception committee Judge Frank Hammill James Lavander John F Dunn Dr M J O Bsein and James J Connery.

G. A. R. Hall Bristol Council Knights of Columbus Crown Orchestra Providence Warren Margaret Dwyer Reuben S. Dunn Robert G. Newbold William F. Sisson John Lavander Charles E. Burns Frank H. Hammill James Favander John F. Dunn M. J. O’bsien James J. Connery

The Greatest Health Insurance Is The World

An ad noting exclusive selling rights for a health aid product titled Relaxation with trial size priced at 10 cents. It promotes a broad health insurance metaphor and markets a low cost introductory offer.

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