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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1918
Page
3
The article lists Rhode Island towns with service numbers and notes more than 12 127 service members outside the state who will be eligible to vote under a new law granting absent soldiers and sailors the franchise. Bristol records 298, Warren 160, Barrington 47.
General Pershing urges all Ameri can Expeditionary Force members and loyal citizens to guard against questions of a military nature. Do not speak publicly about military matters avoid pessimism and maintain faith in the army and the cause.
An advertisement touts Hokara as a pure skin healer that cures ulcers and a refund on purchase if it fails. Local agents H Huffington claim numerous successes across conditions including eczema and acne with a grease free formula sold by WH Burlington's Drug Store for 35 cents.
A letter dated February 23 1918 from Isaac W Gorham Battery A 103d Regiment posted by his father describes life at the front in France He reports long rides hearty health and a stubborn horse that reacts to shell bursts He notes air raids have become tame and asks family to stay calm while he continues to do his part saying he is at a real great opportunity and that he and his unit are making progress
John Byron Diman DeWolf of Warren Ohio formerly of this town and Miss Margaret Robbins of Youngstown were united in marriage March 16 at the bride's home in Youngstown. Rev William Herbert Hudnut officiated. Attending were family and friends from Warren Cleveland Steubenville and Ravenna. The bridal gown was white satin with rosepoint lace and the couple will reside at 303 Park Avenue Warren after a short wedding trip.
Bristol resident Mrs Geo Goettler testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved long standing back pain and kidney trouble after using six boxes bought at Buffington's Pharmacy. She praises the remedy and notes its price of 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY distributes the product.
Circulars sent to Bristol public schools by the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad warn children to avoid short cuts that cross crowded streets and railroad tracks. The message cites 1917 deaths and injuries from trespassing and urges safety first to spare families worry.
Ralph Wadslow forwards a Housing Department letter from the U S Shipping Board dated March 16 1918 about housing for Bristol Rhode Island. The note says the agency is investigating houses at Bristol and other points and thanks the recipient for the input. Also mentions final Red Cross Seal sales in Rhode Island last December totaling 22138 42 dollars, up over the prior year.
Mrs Alfred L Morgan spoke to the Rhode Island Association of Women Teachers at Rhode Island Normal School on Constantinople in Wartime. She described Turkish characteristics as proud and unbusinesslike and noted Constantinople as a wartime residence with constant upheaval and diversions.
The Pastime Theatre screens Cabiria produced by Itala Film Company of America and American Feature Film Company. The two year, 5000 worker epic cost 250000 and features a 700 person Alps crossing scene with elephants and livestock. Ernesto Pagnani as Maciste stands 6 11 and 260 pounds performing feats of strength in 1L acts. Prices 7c and 28c. Saturday evening Emmy Whelen in The Shell Game.
A Browning's Magazine quotation attributed to a boarder mocks women who spread scandal. It notes some believe only scandalous rumors and demand more details. The remark appears as a snippet within a literary publication.
Last evening the Hayseeds won two of three strings against the North Ends. The Black Diamonds of the Social League swept three straight over the Polly Wogs. The SCUTES were also mentioned in the report.
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