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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1916

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Knights of Columbus Win Sixth Pool Match

The Knights of Columbus defeat the Eagles 100 to 89 in a tight pool contest tying the series at three wins each. Edmund J. Lemaire led the Knights with 60 points to George Dion’s 51 for the Eagles, with O Rourke and Lonergan contributing strong efforts. Dennis McCarty refereed as Lewiston Joe Gagnon provided exhibition shots afterward.

Eagles Knights of Columbus Knights Edmund J. Lemaire William J. O’rourke George Dion Thomas M. Lonergan Lighth Lemaire O’rourke Dion Lonergan

Home and School Gardens lecture at Bristol club

Prof E K Thomas of Rhode Island College Kingston spoke on Home and School Gardens at the Bristol Mothers Club meeting in Colt Memorial High School. Members from Bristol Garden Club Colt High School and Grammar School attended and heard about agricultural opportunities for students not suited to college life. A stere opticon illustrated the talk followed by refreshments in the corridors.

E. K Thomas Rhode Island College Kingston Bristol Mothers’ Club Colt Memorial High School Bristol Garden Club Colt High School Grammar School Thomas A Merriman Mary Neumann America Morris

Bristol Brotherhood Hosts Warren Brothers Dinner

On Wednesday evening the Bristol Brotherhood entertained Warren Brotherhood members with a well-prepared luncheon. Irving T. Gumb welcomed guests as Bristol president. Col M A Cheesman and principal speaker C C Chen of Shanghai College and Brown University explained China’s role in the European war.

Bristol Brotherhood Warren Brotherhood Thomas Manchester Irving T. Gumb Mr Craig Warren Col M A Cheesman C C Chen Shanghai College China Brown University Bertram Bullock Elmer Maxfield Frank Spencer

Army Bill Passes House Expands National Defense Program

The Hay Army Increase bill passed the House 402 to 2, raising regular army strength to 140000 and planning 425000 National Guardsmen within five years. It creates an Officers' Reserves Corps of 50000 and a complete Industrial Reserve with new recruiting and summer training camps for Federal Volunteers.

Hay National House Senate Snme House National Guards

State Street M E Church Services This Sunday

Sunday morning at the State Street M E Church the pastor Rev Dr A McGahon will present the subject How to Bless the World. Sunday School at noon Bible Class Epworth League at 945 led by Mrs Seraphine Paull with Your work in the League. Evening service at 730 features Gods Be on Light as the pastor's subject.

State Street Moob Church A . McGahon Epworth League Seraphine Paull

Mount Hope Park Purchase Fails Senate Vote

The Senate, by 17 to 16, refused to submit to voters the Mount Hope Park bond plan to buy 375 acres for 150000. Debate highlighted value questions, historic ties, and a request to create a state park honoring King Philip as lawmakers pressed for a fresh air spot for the poor.

Senate Mount Hope Park Providence Reed Warwick Ezra Dixon Mount Hope West Dixon Burdick Newport King Philip Senate Committee Judiciary Historic Mount Hope

Snow Storms Hit Rhode Island Neighborhoods

Residents report persistent snowfall since the new year with March totals about 18 inches, above average. Snow disrupted life including a tree limb falling on a power line in Barrington and church bells muffled by wet snow. Passenger rail service saw only slight delays amid the storm.

Verdun Mr. A Mr B Rhode Island Barrington Bristol County Gas and Electric Company Trinity Church

Ladies' Aid Society Elects Officers at State Street M E

The Ladies' Aid Society of the State Street M E Church held its annual meeting at the church on Tuesday evening. Devotions led by Rev. Dr. A C McGilton opened the session. Reports by Secretary Miss Lillian M. Nicholas and Treasurer Mrs Frederic Blaisdell showed growth. Officers elected include President Mrs John H. Potter and Board of Managers. Ella F E Blakeslee named auditor.

Ladies’ Aid Society State Street M. E A. C Mce- Gilton Lillian M. Nicholas Frederic Blaisdell John H. Potter A. C. McGilton Seraphine Paull Fitz E. W Munro Crawford L. Easterbrooks Oscar M Crandall Samuel McCaw Elizabeth Rawson Annie R. Dixon George A. Richardson George T Pollock Stella Burnham Mary

Madame Petrova at Pastime Theatre in The Soul Market

Bristol audience will see Madame Petrova in The Soul Market at Pastime Theatre tomorrow evening. The five act Metro wonder play features the Royal Concert Orchestra. A Children's Theatre program follows at 2 30 including The Coming of Columbus and Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Admission is five cents.

Uncle Sam Finnan Haddie Lubin Madame Petrova Bristol Metro Wonder Pastime New Royal Concert Orchestra Children’s Theatre

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