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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1918
Page
2
The annual town election next Wednesday appears to be a near uncontested affair with only one district clerk race featuring opposition. The town council remains placid with Republicans and Democrats united in support, praising the efficiency and nonpartisan service of current officials.
The Food Administrator of Pesnsay lama calls for stern penalties for disloyal citizens and enemy aliens hindering war work. Reports cite German aliens plotting to flee, arson of factories and barns, and possession of firearms. He argues such acts are enemy spying and deserve strong deterent punishment.
The Kaiser declares the German invasion of Russia a glorious march, praising German arms as they meet no organized resistance. He contrasts this with France where German forces face American, French, and British troops, implying a tougher fight awaits.
Weekly Burnside Lodge K of P reports thrift stamp sales progress. Obadiah Devol promoted to Stable Sergeant of the Machine Gun Division. Storms bring snow depth three to four inches. Rev A C McGilton to speak at State Street M E Church. Bristol County Noble Grands Association holds quarterly meeting with three initiates and a literary program. Industrial Trust issues Second Liberty Loan bonds ahead of Third. Auto fire on Mt Hope Ave. mobile of I T Lewis damaged. Butler's Shoe Store advertises Ladies Gray Kid High Cut shoes. Grand Encampment O F notes membership and asset gains. John H. Batley Jr named Deputy Grand Sentinel.
Ida Harrington spoke on Food Conservation at Reynolds School while Councilman Wall returned from a three week Western trip. Police officials testified in murder cases and a grand jury convened. Bristol residents faced motor boat safety citations as 17 owners were ordered to explain firearm extinguisher compliance. Naval Academy nomination granted to Herbert Geisler. Rebekah Lodge discussed Food Conservation and announced gatherings for the National Patriotic League and plans for a mass wartime event at Pastime Theatre.
In a letter from Fort Rodman Massachusetts dated March 6 1918 Captain John R McKean of the Third Company California National Guard thanks The Colonial Club Bristol Rhode Island for cigarettes sent to the unit. The note says the gift arrived at month end when soldiers were broke and the men greatly appreciated the support.
Rehearsals are underway at the National India Rubber Company office for a big Black Face Minstrel Show to be staged at the Pastime Theatre on April 17 and 18. The event is under the N I R Co Orchestra auspices and supports the Memorial Ambulance Fund. Watch the papers for details.
At the regular monthly meeting on Wednesday evening one membership application was received and ten members were appointed to the committee of arrangements for the annual fair to be held in G A R Hall on Saturdays April 6 13 20 and 27. A six star service flag is displayed on the east side of the fire station.
Advertisement notes Green's August Flower as a remedy for disordered stomach and feverish symptoms. It claims to ease sick headaches constipation sour stomach nervous indigestion and gas related palpitations by gentle laxative action and digestion regulation. Sold by J H Young & Co.
Helen Abbott Drury transfers one half interest in a house barn and lot on Franklin Street to John F Norris. Kelsey S Ordway and wife transfer a house and lot at Beach Terrace to Lettie Underle.
Community items and social events are welcomed by The Phenix. All submissions must include sender name and full street address for verification and publication consideration.
Purported antiseptic Hokara massage cream offers soothing toning effects for delicate skin and after shaving. It claims to remove irritation, reveal dead skin, and leave skin velvety with blemishes fading. Priced 35c to 60c with a money back guarantee.
C MHS class pins and CO PD 14k seal pins priced at 2 dollars each including war tax. 10k seal rings offered at 440 dollars including war tax. Send orders to M A Co Phoenix office.
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