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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1924
Page
5
Real estate transfer recorded listing Albert O Gervais and others transferring Lot 1 in Section A of Plaza Piat to Robert Courtney Langton.
Eugene deWolf a well known resident of this town died about 11 30 last evening at his home Miramar Hope Street after an illness of only a few days. He was stricken with paralysis Monday evening and double pneumonia followed yesterday. Born July 24 1843 in Cuba he was the son of George and Mary deWolf. Survived by son Bradford Colt deWolf daughter Baroness LeVay de Kistelek three grandchildren and one great grandchild. Wife Isabella Colt deWolf died November 10. Funeral from Miramar Monday at 2 15 with burial in Juniper Hill Cemetery.
Mrs Mary E S Merrill widow of John Harvey Merrill formerly of this town died in Providence after a year of illness. She leaves two daughters Charlotte and Katherine who lived with her. Funeral held at 2 pm at 362 Hope street Providence with Bristol attendees. Burial in Swan Point. The family moved from Bristol fourteen years ago after five years there as Namquit Worsted Mill superintendent. Mr Merrill died soon after relocating.
A successful sale held yesterday afternoon and evening at Colt Memorial High School auditorium raised funds for the Class of 1924 graduation expenses. Proceeds supported the June ceremony with green and gold decor, home made cake and candy, salad suppers from 5 30 to 7, and dancing from 8 to 9 30. The orchestra directed by Miss M Theresa Sullivan provided music. soloist Edward Peterson sang. Chair Angell Sheldon led the committee with Misses Elizabeth Carney and Arline Wilcox assisting.
In this town on March 26 a son was born to Mr and Mrs Thomas Brelford. On March 24 a daughter Mary Irene was born to Mr and Mrs John F Garrett of this town Mrs Garrett formerly Miss Madeline Sherman.
In this town Francisco Eugene deWolf aged 80 years and 8 months will have a funeral Monday at 2 15 from his late residence relatives and friends invited. In Providence March 26 Mrs Mary E Snow Merrill widow of John Harvey Merrill Schermerhorn Philadelphia March 24 1924 Rodney F husband of Eleanora Simmons Schermerhorn Riverton New Jersey
In loving memory of Isabelle K Vallee who died March 28 1922. Softly I think of the loved one that is gone and fond memories grow dearer as time travels on. Her husband Louis Vallee and sister Mrs Lyman F Potts accompany the remembrance.
In 1904 a Parkersburg assistant pastor visited a poor shanty boat dweller, old Mr West. After giving aid and prayer, Mr West says he has reason to be thankful for 37 years of blindness. The pastor later urges reflection when discouragement strikes.
The Veterans defeated the Life Savers three straight last evening. Alex Guevremont rolled a 317 total across three strings as part of the match scoring.
Joaquim Correira and John Mello were arrested on a nuisance charge for a near beer saloon at 219 Thames street. Witnesses testified of gambling at the saloon on March 12 and a robbery victim said he lost 165 dollars after leaving the premises. Both defendants pleaded not guilty. cases were continued.
The church lists Fourth Sunday services with Holy Communion at 8 a.m. Morning Prayer and Sermon at 10:30 a.m. Church School at 1 p.m. Evening Prayer and Address at 7:30 p.m. centered at St Michael's Church.
The program lists Holy Communion at 7.0 A.M. Matins at 9.45 A.M. Church School at 10.00 A.M. Sung Mass with sermon at 10.45 A.M. Evensong and address at 7.30 P.M. followed by an organ recital. Miss Helen Church conducts with Miss Harriet Kinsler cello and George P. Macready Jr. tenor performing pieces by Matthews Handel Ward-Stephens Spross Wagner Kinder and Macready.
Friday night service at 7.30 and Sunday 10.30 worship led by the pastor with sermon The Speech of Jesus. Church School assembles at noon. Monthly missionary offering next Sunday. Trustees meet after morning service. Friday afternoon religious instruction. The Church School presents the drama Mount Hope College.
The Fifth District Court released two cases Monday with bail set at $1000 each. Antonio Vargas acted as surety for Correira while Frank Quintgl served as bondsman for Mello.
Parsonage at 329 State Street offers religious activities with contact number 72. Services include Sung Preaching at noon and 6 30 evening. Epworth League meets at 7350 and a Friday prayer meeting at 790. Strangers invited to attend all events.
Morning service at 1030 features a sermon by the pastor titled A Great Declaration. Church School gathers at 11 45, followed by praise and preaching at 730 with the sermon titled The Wrong Em phasis.
The Church of the Nazarene invites worshippers to Sunday services at 10 45 a m and 7 p m Sunday School at noon and a 6 pm Young People meeting Prayer meeting Wednesdays at 745 p m Pastor Thos Armstrong leads the church
Farwell cites Moody’s claim that a fully consecrated man to God could unleash great deeds. Moody responds that he will be that man, a statement the text asserts as proven by history, highlighting the power of consecration in Christian life.
A saying on discipline and effort emphasizes that spiritual power and worthwhile achievements come only with paying the full price. The quote underscores an exacting path to growth and mastery.
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