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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1916
Page
3
The Phoenix acknowledges receipt of subscriptions for Bristol Base Ball team of the Narragansett Amateur League. Previously acknowledged QO. R. Seigel, M. D. GCM $53.25 200 100.
An advertisement warns that overeating and rich foods cause kidney trouble and bladder weakness. It urges readers to use Kidneco tablets with water before meals, claiming quick relief and safe, inexpensive relief for various kidney and urinary issues.
Sunday evening program at First Baptist Church featured remarks by pastor Irving T. Gumb and a sequence of songs recitations and exercises led by Superintendent Fred Hodgdon. The service included hymn singing responsive readings and multiple student performances with hope praise and Benediction.
The committee asks for financial help to ensure the 1916 Fourth of July celebration meets past high standards. Subscriptions will be announced in the Phoenix and can be sent to the office or to treasurer Fred Wilbur.
Advertises Dr Hobsons Ezema Ointment claiming to remove pimples blackheads acne eczema and other skin ailments for all ages. Industry wording promises a money back guarantee and 50 cent price at the druggist with immediate start and satisfaction guaranteed.
Hughes declares commitment to national defense readiness x with industrial and economic measures, fair tariffs, labor justice, and expanding foreign trade. He vows efficient civil service, honest business, and unity, resigning his judge’s post to join the campaign.
Last week registrations filed with the State Board of Public Roads include 23089 with entries from Bristol and Warren. Owners listed include J Alfred Dubuc and Edward J Quirk for Buicks and Oldsmobiles, plus others like Henry P Trudell, Charles F Kearney, and Alfonse Vermette. Notable vehicles include trucks for Callan Construction and WA & C E Manchester, with several 22 to 40 horsepower models across local towns.
The Esmonds manager insists the Bristol game be played at Esmond grounds, forcing Bristol fans to wait until June 24 for the Bristol game. Tomorrow afternoon Phillipsdales visit Bristol, and the Colt Memorial High School faces English High School of Providence on Friday. The Colts then travel to Riverpoint to meet Warwick High School.
An advertisement touts Hokara cream as a grease free skin remedy that instantly soothes irritation and smooths skin. It claims to cure pimples blackheads acne barber's itch and even severe conditions like eczema and salt rheum, sold at 35 cents with a money back guarantee from W H Buffington's Drug Store.
The Fourth of July Committee met at the Town Council chamber with Chief Marshal Rudolph F Haffenreffer Jr outlining plans. Headquarters will be at Hotel Belvedere with Brady in charge and eight to ten bands expected in the parade. A silver loving cup will honor the fire company with best uniforms and display. a clam bake, outdoor films, and ship-visit optimism also feature the program.
Clerk John L Lonergan oversaw a small docket in the Fifth District Court. Antonio Rego Mello versus Michele Charlello was discontinued on payment of costs for threats. Luiza de Costa versus Francisco de Costa saw probationary period expire and costs paid with discharge. Joseph Rosa Furtado versus James Silva defaulted. Joseph Perry versus Joseph Greco saw counsel submit to judgment and jury trial claimed. Juvenile Court heard Truant Officer Annie Selley report parents absent for four boys aged 8 to 10 linked to copper wire theft from the New York New Haven and Hartford tracks. the youths admitted taking wire and were placed on probation.
Department President Katharine Kenney of Central Falls and staff visited Babbitt Woman's Relief Corps with Susan Jepson Hattie Ford Mary McGrath Elizabeth Gladding and Joseph Gough of the GAR. A salad supper followed a business meeting and three membership applications were heard. Graves of deceased members will be decorated on June 20.
The YMCA seeks worthy boys for a two week camp at Point Judith Pond in July and invites funds from supporters. A two week stay costs 12 dollars, with the aim to have a boy earn part of it first and use any available aid for the neediest cases.
A fragmented ad promotes an exterminator product with bold claims about rats mice roaches and insects. It references government and wartime economy sizing and a comic illustration from Jersey City New Jersey.
At Turks Head Club Providence May 6 the Rhode Island Suffrage League elected officers including President Mrs Barton Po Jenks and Recording Secretary Miss Mary M Angell. The Providence Journal notes Republicans at Chicago approved woman suffrage, with 12 states permitting women to vote for president and forthcoming Democratic convention in St Laws hosting twenty one women delegates and alternates.
Coming events schedule lists a June 13 dance in GAR Hall by Carpenters and Machinists Mutual Benefit Association, a June 14 lawn fete at State Street M E Church by the Sunshine Club, a July 13 Sunday School excursion of State Street MFE Church, and a June 22 whist at Mrs W Fred Williams hosted by the Bristol Woman's Foreign Missionary something.
Postal list notes delivered letters for Antonio Donato Manuel Sousa Walter Thompson Jose Soares and Jose Limas among others with names including D G Coggeshall P M and Mrs Tayllor in Bristol R 1 June 10 1916.
Englewood Illinois resident Mrs E Sheldon reports suffering headaches nervousness and hot flashes during menopause and credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after costly doctors could not help She praises the medicine highly and notes she would seek advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Massachusetts for any complications.
In this town on May 7 a son was born to Mr and Mrs Jose Antanogo. In the same town on May 7 a daughter was born to Mr and Mrs James Quatruopolo.
In this town on June 12 two marriages were solemnized by Rev. Thomas J Gillan and Rev. P Rebello. Albert Alexander Lucibella wed Vincenza Milone, both of this town. Joao Raposo Simoes married Maria Raposo, both of this town.
In this town notices announce the deaths of Martin Maher aged 33 on June 13 and John Sousa aged 79 on June 10. The brief notices record the names and ages with location implied as the town.
Ad touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a quick remedy for constipation and fatigue. It promises a relieved stuffed feeling by taking one or two pills at night with a 25 cent price at the druggist.
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