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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1917
Page
4
A memorial notice for Jack Cheshire who drowned at the foot of High Street on June 22 1916. Mr and Mrs William Cheshire and family express grief and remembrance, noting he was a baby and a rosebud in God’s garden.
Coming events list notes a Fourth Grand Dance on June 23, a select whist and dance on June 26, both in G A R Hall under Cercle Lafayette and Daughters of Isabella Hope Circle. July 9 and 10 feature the Miracle Play of St Nicholas by St Michael's Players in St Michael's Chapel.
Dr. N A Cobb estimates hundreds of thousands of nematode species exist with over 80 000 parasitic types on vertebrates and many more free living in soil and water. He notes most nematodes are unknown to science and many are host specific with enormous populations in every acre of arable soil.
Miss Minnie Garr wed Samuel Molasky at the home of Mr and Mrs H Garr in Worcester. The ceremony was led by Rev S Golubofsky and Rev Aaron Horovitz with many relatives and friends in attendance. The couple will reside at the corner of Lincoln and Munro avenues. Mr Molasky works as foreman in the Narragansett Rubber Company stitching department and holds several fraternal memberships.
The YMCA considers a summer school aligned with public grammar and high schools. It would offer up to ten pupils per teacher with individual instruction and recognition by the school principal. If funded, sessions likely begin after July 4 with Mr Lee as principal. fees cover overhead only. General Secretary Milligan seeks interested high and grammar school students.
A Russian count testifying in a divorce suit says he can rise at noon and stay in bed all day without disrupting business. He quips that a great leader keeps conversations away from new clothes and surgical operations, per the Kansas City Star quote.
Louis Labrie of Montana wrote that two years of rheumatism and stomach trouble caused dizziness, sleepiness, back and joint pains with swollen hands. He credits Fruit-a-tives for relief after starting the treatment, noting it the only medicine that helped. Available 50c per box or 6 for $2.50, trial size 25c, from Fruit-a-tives Limited Ogdensburg NY.
The Star Theatre presents The Vixen a six act sensational photo play featuring Theda Bara the great screen vampire and her pursuit of power. Also included are selected comedies and for Saturday a special request screening of The Flying Torpedo with Mollie King in The Mystery of the Double Cross plus Pathe Weekly Rhode Island Weekly and Monday Florence Laurence in Eline Isabel Ruth Reland and others.
Richard Salter Storrs argues that courage is essential for leaders and teachers shaping public thought. A fearless, conviction driven intellect is needed to face opposition and guide others without fear.
The article explains that nervous system health shows most in automatic eye and muscle responses rather than voluntary actions. A blow to the eye can make a person “see stars,” illustrating how nerve reactions reveal nervous conditions and help physicians detect serious diseases earlier.
The article traces footwear from primitive hides tied to feet to sandals and wooden shoes. It notes early coverings to keep out cold, ankle extensions, and thongs. It mentions wooden clogs, once common among European peasants, valued for moisture resistance and work suitability.
A contemporary essay argues moderation in work, leisure, and habits builds lasting health and moral balance. It praises balanced living, avoiding overwork and excess, and recommends regular recreation to sustain success and inner peace. The piece stresses honesty with one’s body and steady conduct as keys to contentment.
A cloth and clothespin tourniquet has become invaluable, with modern improvements using strong tape in machine shops. The method ties tape around the injured limb between the wound and blood supply, threads the tape through the pin slot, anchors by wrapping the ends around the pin, and tightens to stop bleeding.
Roger W Babson, expert on business conditions, argues that war prohibition saves food and energy, reduces waste, and supports fair play as luxuries suffer in wartime. He urges liquor businesses to adapt and find other livelihoods during the war.
Bath in England asserts it houses the oldest permanent orchestra in existence. The group traces its founding to Beau Nash around 1705.
Executrices Anna Pierce and Emma W Hoard announce their acceptance of the trust for Emma P Williams late of Bristol deceased. They have filed bond as required and all creditors must present claims at the Bristol Town Court clerk within six months from the first advertisement date. The notice is dated June 4 1917 with subsequent ad dates 6 8 15 22.
Public notice from the Town of Bristol informs registry voters of upcoming deadlines and actions. Details reference a sequence of dates and registry requirements, with instructions for affected residents.
The Probate Court of Bristol appoints MOSES W. WHITNEY as administrator of the estate of Edward Salisbury, deceased. He has given bond as required. All claims must be filed with the clerk of Bristol court first advertised.
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