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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
3
A lively catalog snippet touts Bay Prince Albert tobacco sold in toppy red bags five cents tidy red tins ten cents and an impressive pound and a half tin humi dore with a corking fine pound crystal-glass humi dor and sponge-moistener top for quality freshness.
In Fifth District Court before Judge Hammill Manuel Simons vs Manuel Almeida ends with payment of costs for taking a horse and vehicle without consent. Manuel Morris charged with assault with a dangerous knife weapon is continued one week. Juvenile Court session hears truancy cases with Probation Officer Annie Selley admonishing several boys.
Ellen C Peckham transfers land and dwelling on High street near Oliver. John H Ashton conveys lot and dwelling on Woodlawn avenue to Catherine F McKay. Pietro Simoninii sells Florence Park lot to Alfonso Sal carte.
The article notes that about one third of the U.S. food bill goes to meat and that meat and dairy products together exceed one half of total expenditures. The figures highlight the heavy share of protein and dairy in household food costs.
Cornelius J. Gallagher, longtime packing department overseer at the National India Rubber Company, severed his connection with the firm on Saturday. He received a gold watch and chain from fellow workers, presented by Superintendent James W. Franklin, who praised his faithfulness and high regard among employees and officials. Gallagher expressed thanks and appreciation amid the surprise.
Colt Memorial High School beat a local pickup team nicknamed clerks 10 to 5 on Friday. Bottomley G Pierce Kempf and Eddie Murphy aided the clerks with assists. The Colts used a seventh inning rally in relief to pull away after a tight game that featured multiple errors.
A Bristol reader Mrs Wallace Garvin reports severe backache tied to possible kidney trouble. She credits Dean's Kidney Pills from Buffington's Pharmacy with relieving pain and strengthening her back after use, priced 50c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
James T Phelps of Bristol died Friday night at 74 years, after years of declining health. Born in Bristol, he served in the Seventh Rhode Island Infantry, rising from corporal to first lieutenant and was wounded at Petersburg. He worked in jewelry, later with National India Rubber Company, wired the first electric lights and installed early telephones. Survived by his wife Almy, daughter Mrs Frank B Wilson, and sister Mrs Nancy P Ingerson. funeral at his Franklin Street home conducted by Rev A C McGilton with G A R rites at North Cemetery.
Mrs Mina Bells widow of Charles Bells died Friday at her son in law and daughter's home at Thames and John streets aged 75. Born in Germany she moved here as a young woman. The couple ran a Mt Hope avenue grocery, retired to Swansea to farm, and her husband died years ago. Survived by two daughters Mrs Charles F Nelle and Miss Lillian Bells and several grandchildren. Funeral Sunday at 3 pm at Mrs Charles F Nelle's home with Rev Anson B Howard officiating. interment in North Cemetery.
Last week at the State Board of Public Roads office 23394 Michael J. Tobin of Bristol lists a 24 horsepower Studebaker touring. Cornelius Hasbrouck of Bristol a 21 horsepower Maxwell roadster. Mrs John A. Harris of Warren a 22 horsepower Ford touring. Everett F. Cole of Warren a 22 horsepower Ford delivery and passenger. Alexander Heen of Warren a 22 horsepower Ford touring. Elias M. Souza of Warren a 25 horsepower Lambert runabout. Chester W. Clark of Warren a 16 horsepower Maxwell truck. Joseph M. Rockett of Warren a 27 horsepower Overland touring. Frederick S. Peck of Barrington a 48 horsepower Pierce touring. Leonard Bosworth of Barrington a 36 horsepower Mitchel truck. Leonard Bosworth of Barrington a 18 horsepower Autocar truck.
Archaeologists report gold ornaments found in the royal tomb of King Menes in Egypt. The items date to about 6,300 years ago and may constitute the oldest known worked metal artifacts. The collection includes a gold bead a gold button and a fine copper wire fragment.
Brown University President W H P Faunce delivered a baccalaureate address urging young men to develop habits and disciplined thinking. He contrasted American youth with Europeans in wartime nations and warned against a prosperity driven, comfort seeking mindset. He questioned whether America would emerge resolute or remain indecisive and self centered.
A short notice urges immediate care for a pale irritable child, suggesting worm infestation. It promotes Kicka Poo Worm Killer lozenges as a pleasant remedy that expels worms quickly, priced at 25 cents at all druggists.
A fragment reflects on Americanism the Monroe Doctrine and the need for educated leaders to study the issues behind national struggle. It urges deep reflection on what constitutes American ideals and the country’s role in world affairs.
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