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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1918
Page
3
Advertised letters for men Donald Dorchester Francisco Martins and women Mrs W H Fritz Miss Mollie Mc Grail Foreigne Micheangelo Delhi Selva Philip Kiley Felismina Laruathe are noted as ready for pickup at the post office.
Mary Bristol and Mrs Angus McVarish report kidney related back ache worsened by cold and wet weather. Doan's Kidney Pills are advertised as relief with a Buffalo New York company backing and 60 cent price at Buffalo’s Buffington’s Pharmacy.
Charles H. Dillon manager of the Star and Pastime theatres led the field at the Hercules trophies event with 46 birds out of 50 despite rain. In the 25 bird handicap Dillon, Sisson, Stainton and Meyers tied for second with 21, and after two shoot-offs Stainton won the final 24 of 25.
The Neo Sicilia Society plans a Sunday July 21 outing in a grove on Metacom avenue east side with games and refreshments. Items including a clock a silk umbrella silver set knives a wrist watch and a silver cup will be auctioned or sold for Red Cross relief, on display in the Phoenix office window.
Harold A. Cooper of Warren and Miss Emma Exley of this town were married on July 13 by Rev. Dr. A. C. McGilton in this town, listing both spouses and official.
Death notices list Mrs. Mary F. Connor of this town July 13. Marion Rocha age three of this town July 14. Mary Simons age three of this town July 13. Alfred Pearse Sissons of Barrington July 11 in his 88th year. Benjamin Nelson Wood of Swansea Mass July 14 in his 76th year.
A New York man notes that the era from 1775 to 1825 showed youthful leaders, yet calls the current period the age of the mature man. He argues many under thirty seek top jobs, while real achievement typically comes about fifteen years later with enduring effort and experience.
The sea moss known as sloak or Sloucaun in Ireland and laver in English is prepared by washing and boiling. It is eaten with fish and with mutton in place of jelly. In Wales laver bread is common, formed from boiled laver mixed with oatmeal and sold in coastal markets.
A brief Indianapolis News item describes a prank call mix up between Mrs John Jones and a voice asking for soap. The caller claimed Jones grocery, but the resident denied it and hung up after a short exchange. It highlights the confusion over the Jones living at the residence and the grocery listing.
A California resident outfits a powered bicycle with a mower attachment by mounting a grass cutter to the front forks. He claims trimming the lawn takes about one tenth the time of manual mowing, though frequent oiling limits speed. This example from Popular Mechanics Magazine showcases inventive motorcycle adaptations.
Providence Journal notes that a common human failing is discontent with current work. Ninety nine of every hundred people feel at times or often that they would rather do something else or be somewhere else. The metaphor of greener grass illustrates the lure of another job or path.
A curved clean piece of ice can act as a lens when held in sunlight concentrating light to ignite. Focused rays can burn gun cotton to start a flame, a method Arctic explorers used when matches were unavailable and flint and steel not on hand.
A. H. Emerson resigns after five years as assistant wire sales manager and credit manager in the Wire Division. His resignation takes effect July 31 after a two week vacation. He will join John F. Street & Co. yarn brokers of Providence. His father Charles A. Emerson was formerly purchasing agent for US Rubber and long affiliated with National India Rubber. Replacement date not yet announced.
In a semi monthly Probate Court session before Edward L Leahy the estate of Charles B Brigham received petition for allowance and was granted final account for Michael Coughlan was allowed San dola Morra and Carolina Morra petitioned to adopt Anna Hurst and change her name with matter continued to Aug 5 Second accounts of Katherine K H DeWolf guardian for Louise Henry De Wolf and Katherine Herreshoff De Wolf were received both to be taken up Aug 5 First and final account of Lot tie B Bailey and Richard C Barlow executors of John A T Gladding will for allowance was received
Italian letters praise bravery and resolve as WWI stories echo through the Red Cross Magazine. A disabled Italian soldier writes of fighting spirit, gratitude, and refusing aid tied to personal sacrifice. He mentions loyalty to Italy and a son he has given.
Mrs Mary E Nerone Connor died Saturday night at 90 Holward Street Providence aged 47. Born in this town she was daughter of the late Augustine C Nerone and Mary C Nerone. Pre married 17 years ago she worked at the Bristol Exchange Providence Telephone Company. Survived by husband Arthur Connor two children Madeline and Arthur two brothers Augustine P Nerone and William Nerone two sisters Mrs Helena Duffy and Mrs Robert Walsh. Funeral from Mrs Robert Walsh Warren residence to St Marys Warren for requiem mass then interment in St Marys Cemetery Warren. Relatives and friends from this town attended.
Tonight at the Star Theatre Francis Aparientes and Virgina Lee Corkin appear in Aladin and His Wonder. Bessie Barriscale stars in Rose O Paradise with selections and Reputation Chocolates to be given away. Thursday features Alfred Whitman in Sunlight's Last Raid and more offerings.
An ad touts Ho kara a grease free cream that relieves itching and heals pimples acne barber's itch and even serious conditions like eczema. W H Buffington's Drug Store sells a small jar for 35 cents with a money back guarantee if results are not as claimed.
King Phillips steam fire engine company bowling team won two of three strings against Dreadnaught Hook Ladder and Hose at the Casino Bowling Alleys last evening. Scores not provided in readable text.
Captain Samuel E Gray of Tiverton died from heart failure on Sunday as he prepared to begin a fishing trip. He toppled into the water near Stone Bridge Portsmouth side and was brought ashore dead. He lived on Lawton avenue Tiverton and is survived by two daughters Mrs Samuel Cottrell and Mrs Ban forth Manchester and two sons Everett and Chester.
Lieutenant Bertram W. Wall of the Quartermaster's Corps Camp Johnston Florida promoted to second lieutenant per a letter received yesterday by Dr. M J O'Brien. Wall serves as Secretary of the School Committee and took extended leave before enlisting in December. He is active in Masonic and other local fraternal groups.
The Patriotic League of Bristol hosts a Penny Tea at the O'Wolf Inn on Saturday July 20 from 3 to 6 PM. All items priced at a penny with side shows to aid the league and the Tin.
July 16 Tuesday evening dance at Italian Hall Wood Street under the Altar Society of the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel benefitting the new church. July 24 Wednesday union excursion of Congregational and Methodist Sunday Schools to Newport. July 29 Monday evening dance at G A R Hall under Linden Club auspices.
A Cornwall company produces no less than 25,000,000 tons of china clay each year, underscoring its dominant role in the regional mineral industry.
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