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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1915
Page
3
Obituary Andrew Hicks Soule Dies at 73 in Westport Point
Andrew Hicks Soule former town resident died last Thursday evening at his home in Westport Point Massachusetts aged 73. He was once a bootmaker at the National India Rubber Company factory and is survived by a wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Hicks Soule
Westport Point
Mass
National India Rubber Company
Bees and Bears Clash at Mt Hope Camp
Two pet cub bears belonging to H F Haffenreffer Jr visited Mt Hope where Boy Scouts are camping and also went to Capt James W Goff’s apiary. Bees woke and defended their honey with a bayonet like defense and the cubs fled toward Henry Opitz’s property, abandoning the pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Haffenreffer, Jr
Mt. Hope
Henry Opitz
Contributions to the Destitute Children Home Acknowledged
A list of donations to the Home for Destitute Children includes cereal from Mrs J P Reynolds shoes from Miss Sanford clothing from Mrs A W Howe ice cream from Northup Bros vegetables from John H Usher Jr and others plus tennis shoes for all children, toys, skates, and money for the July 5 event organized by Col S P Colt and the Misses Drury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Reynolds
Miss Sanford
A. W. Howe
Ohn
LeBaron C
J. Winthrop DeWolf
Drury
Automobile Registrations Show Bristol Area Cars Registered
Last week at the State Board of Public Roads office, Bristol recorded registrations for several vehicles. Asa Hathaway of Bristol registered a Maxwell 28 hp touring car. Dr. Russell Church of Bristol a Ford 22 hp runabout. Arthur Howe Jr of Bristol a Ford 22 hp touring car. William Alsin of Warren a Ford hp runabout. Harry Marsh of Barrington a Buick 22 hp touring car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
State Board of Public Roads
Asa Hathaway
Bristol
Maxwell
Sisson and McKenna Wedded at St Marys Church
William H Sisson and Miss Mary E McKenna united in marriage at St Marys Church in a morning ceremony conducted by Rev Thomas J Gillan. The couple will reside on Cole Street after a wedding trip to Bethlehem New Hampshire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary’s Church
William H. Sisson
Mary E. McKenna
Thomas J. Gillan
Veronica McKenna
James A. Sisson
National India Rubber Company
Bristol Council
Walphts of Columbus
K.of CG
Bethleham
N. H
Sisson
Cole Street
Babbitt Post G A R Plans 30th Anniversary Event
Babbitt Post No G A R will mark its 30th anniversary on Friday August 20 with a Feat meeting and a program of vocal and instrumental selections readings and addresses and a collation. The organizing committee includes Post Commander James D Wardwell Adjutant Charles A Barbour and Quartermaster Giles S Congdon. The first post in this town was formed in 1885 as Babbitt Post No 4 later merged into Babbitt Post No 15 through Bristol Veteran Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Babbitt Post
James D. Wardwell
Charles A. Barbour
Giles S. Congdon
Bristol Veteran Association
No. 15
Bristol Casino Tennis Opens With Lewis Over Paull
In the boys and girls tournament at Bristol Casino yesterday John Lewis defeated Harold Paull 6 4 6 2. Draws announced include Paull vs Lewis Edwards vs Barrows Howe vs Barrows Jr Howe Jr vs Van Wickle and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol
John Lewis
Harold Paull
Lawrence Edwards
Edwin A. Barrows, Jr
Williamson Howe
Theodora Barrows
Wallis E. Howe, Jr
Augustine van Wickle
W. E. Howe, Jr
Augustine van Wicklearch
S. Wesley Gladding
Charles F. Dimond, Jr
Eleanor Peck
Coming Events And Outings Of Local Groups
July 29 includes an Ivy Guild supper and sale at St. Michael's Chapel. King Philip lodge Moose hosts a Steamer Sagamore excursion to Seaconner Newport harbor and Rocky Point. Bristol Aerie Eagles hold a bake sale August 1 at Prospect Farm. Aug 4 St. Andrew's Club excursion to Newport. Aug 7 garden party at E C Larned home. Aug 11 Sunday School excursion to Newport on Sagamore and lawn fete by Young Men's Parish Club north of the Parish House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ivy Guild
St. Michael’s Chapel
King Philip Lodge
Loyal Order of Moose
Sagamore
Seaconner
Newport Harbor
Rocky Point
Bristol Aerie
Order of Eagles
Prospect Farm
St. Andrew’s Club
Newport
Dion Birth Announcement in July Town Column
In this town on July 23 a son was born to Mr and Mrs George Dion. The birth adds a new family member to the local community and brings joy to the household.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dion
George
Marriage and obituary notices from town records
Sisson McKenna wedding announced for this town on July 27 by Rev. Thomas J. Gillan. William H. Sisson and Miss Mary E. McKenna, both of this town, are named. Soule obituary notes Andrew Hicks Soule of Westport Point Mass formerly of this town aged 73 years, July 22.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sisson—McKenna
Thomas J. Gillan
William H. Sisson
Mary E. McKenna
Soule
Westport Point
Mass
Andrew Hicks Soule
Nose Ring Significance in Hindu Married Life
The nose ring marks a woman's status and can be a simple gold wire or set with diamonds. It is a sacred item and comments about discarding it may be taken as implying harm to her husband.
Wonderful Books Quote From Charles Kingsley
A short quotation from Charles Kingsley extols the value of books as messages from the dead spoken across distances. It emphasizes how living authors on paper can amuse vivify teach and comfort readers, opening their hearts as brothers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Kingsley
Frame Your School Diploma At A Reasonable Price
Preserve your diploma with neat framing at affordable rates. Visit us for samples and professional craftsmanship.
Britons Believe in Victory War Sentiment From London to Paris
Dr J William White reports British resolve amid wartime debates over government and munitions while Britain’s confidence rests on manpower, production, sea power, wealth and shared democracy. Americans’ disengagement and response to Lusitania deaths provoke mixed feelings in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.william White
H. M. Howe
Bristol
London
Paris
England
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Kitchener
Asquith
War Office
Admiralty
France
Belgium
Russia
Italy
Germany
Great Britain
America
Lusitania
John M. Zane
Chicago Bar
University of Michigan
Westminster Gazette
The
Times
Worms Attack Children. Kickapoo Worm Killer Promises Relief
Worms, in thousands, rob children of nourishment and stunt growth causing constipation indigestion nervousness irregular appetite fever and sometimes spasms. Kickapoo Worm Killer lozenges relieve these symptoms and remove worms. One fourth to one candy lozenge daily, original 25c box from your Druggist. Preserve child health with this simple remedy.
Barnaby's Clothing Dominates Providence Market
In Providence nearly everyone shops for outfits at Barnaby's, the city's leading fashion retailer, drawing steady customer flow and widespread brand recognition. The store's ubiquity signals Barnaby's strong regional presence and durable appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence
Barnaby’s
Dean's Kidney Pills Promoted For Kidney Weakness In Bristol
Government health figures show deaths from kidney troubles are up 72 percent from two decades ago. The ad recommends rest for overworked kidneys and touts Dean's Kidney Pills as the proven remedy, citing Bristol resident S. W. Flowers who affirms relief and continued endorsement. Price 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Government Health Bureau
Dean
Dean's
Bristol
S. W. Flowers
Hope St
Doan
Mr. Flowers
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
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Fisher
C. H. Alden
Otis L. Wood
Selenahae
Kingsthorpe
Metacom Ave
Northup Brothers
Head
Wood St
Children’s Home
Rockwell Hall
Darling
Industrial Trust Co
Hathaway
McKenna
Tan
Goodyear
Waldron Co
Rhode Island
E. C. Larned
PARTY
Prescription Department
J. P. Head Co
Reviere Brand
Eabrand
Newman Bros
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