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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1918
Page
2
Editorial notes the German push to break Paris and the Channel ports, praising American troops in France for stiff counterattacks and 1000+ German captures. It laments domestic labor strikes hindering war production and argues the government must use federal authority to prevent stoppages and speed victory.
In wartime rhetoric a plea for using every available man in suitable roles to maximize productive effort and speed the nation toward victory and peace. The speaker argues workers in skilled and productive trades must be classified and paid appropriately to best serve the war machine.
A Bristol Fourth of July address by United States Senator Colt pleases the public and the Senate votes to print it as a public document. Demand for copies is strong nationwide, and the speech closely resembles President Wilson's Mt Vernon July 4th address in ideas.
The notice lists Adams Express outward departures at 7.50, 11.20 am, 2.20 and 5.20 pm and inward arrivals at 6.00, 10.00 am, and 2.00, 4.00, 6.30 pm. It informs readers of the published transfer hours for express matter in Bristol.
A historical notice lists mail arrival hours at 7, 8, and 2, 4, 6, and 7 p m, outlining daily delivery times for residents and businesses.
Notes that Miss Marjorie Burgess returned from North Providence guest of Miss Constance Hayden. Bristol Highlands Junior Dramatic Club plans a season play with proceeds for the Red Cross. Rev Harry Chagnon and family returned from Taftville. Lieut Commander Edward P Gladding visiting on furlough. James N Coggeshall ill for a month, temporary agent Hiram A Rounds began duties. Warren celebrated Bastille Day with a 344 star flag ceremony near the Town Hall. Superintendent Thomas H. DeCoudres and family spend summer in Putnam and attend School Committee meetings.
Town residents make visits to Melrose and northern New York while others plan trips to Santa Barbara and Dedham. Repairs at Hope and Constitution streets and Wood and State streets improve safety. A court fines John Ferguson for reckless driving. Community figures donate a flag to the Bath House as General War reports note overseas deployments and training. National India Rubber Company closes for inventory. Four heavy U S Army trucks travel to Newport via Bristol Ferry, with dock issues causing a detour.
President Wilson sends a warm message to President Poincare praising Franco American unity on Bastille Day. Secretary Daniels notes all U S Navy ships will honor July 14 along with July 4, linking both republics in the pursuit of liberty and peace.
The Colt Cadets at Colt High School are ordered to report Saturday at 6:30 PM in school caps and dark clothes. The instruction covers the graduating class of 1918 and is issued by CAPT F M STRAIGHT, Drill Master.
Motion to sell property mentions gas and electricity nearby and offers to sell singly or as a whole with inquiries invited.
The bicycle race was run Saturday evening starting at Place & Foster's on Hope Street. Abner Bailey won in 13 minutes with Louis Della Morte second and Joseph Rosa third. Prizes were a War Savings Stamp valued at $5 for first, plus thrift stamps for places two and three. Harold Place judged at the water tank and George L Browne Jr. at the finish.
Albert L. Chase charged with vagrancy appeared before Judge F H Hamill in the Fifth District Court and was offered a chance to work rather than prison. Joachimo Principe charged with assault on a five year old girl had case continued one week. Five boys charged with stealing fruit from Dominick Parisi had cases continued one week in Juvenile Court.
Harold A. Cooper of Warren and Miss Emma Exley of this town were wed Saturday at 7 30 p m at the home of Mrs Helen Ashton 244 Wood street The ceremony was conducted by Rev Dr A C McGilton pastor of the State Street M E Church A large number of guests attended the informal reception after the ceremony The couple will reside in Warren after a brief wedding trip
Linden Club arranges a dance at GAR Hall on Monday evening July 29 with Prof Henry Donovan's Jazz Orchestra. A special feature will be announced for public interest. The grand march begins at 9 30 with sailors and soldiers as leading participants. Tickets on sale at Hamill's Dry Goods Store Hope Drug Co and Buffington's Pharmacy.
The July Farm and Fireside argues rising prices and short supply push households to use cheaper foods like cottage cheese as a meat substitute. It notes cottage cheese can be made from sour or skimmed milk and serves as a wholesome, versatile protein source for all households.
Bertha's father insults the young man she is with calling him a pinhead. Bertha defends him saying he understands money and would not value her father's opinion. The exchange appears in Puck as a comic jab at generational clash over money and judgment.
This week’s ad lists Fancy Creamery Butter at 49c per lb in bulk, Cooking Eggs 6 dollars per dozen with marked subprices, Ox Tongue two pounds for 95c, Lunch Tongue 14 pounds for 49c, Can Pork and Beans No 1 can at 15c, Rolled Oats five pounds for 37c, Floor Brooms 79c each, Evaporated Milk two tall cans 25c, Catsup 16 oz 25c, Texas Onions four pounds 25c, String Beans per peck 35c, Fancy New Potatoes per peck 60c.
J F Gilroy seeks to buy a well located two tenement house in good repair and a cottage of six to eight rooms. Property listed as JOAN TEMPLE DRURY ESTATE. Phone 165 W.
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