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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1919
Page
3
A lively interest surrounds the thrift stamp bowling tournament held Monday and Thursday evenings on the first and second alleys. The event is open to all association members who may join any night to test skills. New pins have been installed on all alleys to encourage bowlers to post good scores.
13th Co R L G and the Bristol Minstrels stage a two night show at Pastime Theatre on Feb 6 and 7 to raise funds for a grand homecoming reception for local servicemen. Cast includes J O'Donnell W Maxeen W S Polleys Ralph Morgan Ernest Bullock and others with a strong Bristol chorus. Tickets go on sale next week and reserved seats will be exchanged at a local store.
The annual officer election held Tuesday in the hall of King Philip Steam Fire Engine Company chose Donat J. Gladue as President James P. Fay as Vice President William H. Hughes as Secretary Patrick F. Mahoney as Treasurer Fred J. Guivrémont as Leader Patrick F. Mahoney as Fire Sergeant James P. Fay Fred J. Guivremont and Fred Hamel as Trustees Joseph Paull as Property Man The group voted to hold its annual banquet on Saturday evening Jan 25 with caterer William H Manchester of Bourn Street.
An advertisement touts Hokara as a pure skin healer and tissue builder that cures ulcers and skin ailments such as pimples eczema and acne. It claims rapid relief with a money back guarantee if not cured and notes W H Buffington's Drug Store sells a large package for 35 cents.
Miss Katherine Hamill spoke to Ivy Guild of St. Michael's Church detailing her winter stay with her brother Michael Hamill who works in the Canal Zone. She described the canal’s locks and administrative facilities, health housing, and scenic views, ending with applause and a flower bouquet. A chafing dish supper followed.
Bristol Chapter D A R met at Mrs Frank H Buffinton s Hope Street home with Col H Anthony Dyer giving an address on France and French orphans A plan to adopt a French orphan was approved and 36 50 was raised for one year s support Delegates were named for the National Congress and State Conference Washington Birthday plans were set at the Belvedere Hotel The Regent paid tribute to Miss Florence S Allin Miss Aida Connery sang Marseillaise The gathering closed with The Star Spangled Banner
A special First Bristol Troop gathering paid tribute to Theodore Roosevelt with a brief life outline and note of his Boy Scout work. The flag at half staff for 30 days, troop plans include council visitors for reorganization, and the bugle and drum band will resume their bazaar in G A R Hall tomorrow.
Private Falco Bernardo of Company I 148th Infantry AEF arrives for a 10 day furlough after seven months on the firing line in France. He left Bristol April 20 for Camp Dix then Camp Lee before overseas service. Bernardo fought in multiple battles, captured 22 Germans including a lieutenant, and was wounded in the right leg at Flanders. He carries the lieutenant's pistol as a souvenir and reports to Camp Upton base hospital. His sister, Mrs Antoinette Caromilo, lives at 20 Shaw's Lane. he served in the same company as Joseph Santulli of the town.
Star Peggy Hyland appears in E. Lloyd Sheldon’s Other Men’s Daughters a moral drama about men’s treatment of daughters. Shirley Reynolds fights to restore family and faces a dangerous moral test amid thrilling incidents. Also presented are Old Love for New Western Girls The Iron Test It Pays to Exercise and more with Clara Kimball Young Mary Pickford and others on upcoming bills.
The Bristol County Poultry Association held its 11th annual election in G A Hall on Monday evening. New officers named include President Dr Howard W Church, Vice President Richard R Cornell, and Secretary Treasurer James A Clarkson. Executive Committee members listed are John G Stewart, William H R Manchester, Walter T Remmeres, Nathaniel W Sparks, Amos E Wilcox, William B Pearse, John Usher Jr, Richard Stuart, Carl C Witherell, George L Cornell, and Gardner West. Reports show the association remains in sound financial condition.
The Providence News sports editor concedes the Colt Juniors as the state champion for the 140 pound class. Richmond A. C. of Newport declined a Dec 15 1918 title game, choosing to let the Providence paper seal the claim after Colt Juniors piled up 160 points while avoiding defeat. The Colt Juniors lineup includes Nerone Drainville In gram Goglia Almeida Amanna AnEEt John Barry G Langello Ryan Langello Joe Barry Silva De Garvin captain Baker Velleca Hughes manager. Season wins listed: Warren A. C 30 0 Park A CC 32 0 Oregon A.C. 38 0 Riverside A. C. 18 0 Fast Providence 30 0 Prov All-Stars 6 Comimicut A. C. 6 0
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