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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1917
Page
4
A Detroit Free Press comment notes that annual free seeds help keep memory of a congressperson alive among readers.
States push for licensing of shoe sellers and fitters to curb widespread foot problems. Experts note differences in foot shapes and instep, urging careful selection to prevent deformities and nervous issues. Butler's Shoes touts complete stock and expert fitting.
Funeral services for Second Assistant Foreman Louis Gladue of the King Philip Fire Company were held yesterday forenoon from his Bradford street home. A high Mass of Requiem was held at St Marys Church with Rev T J Gillan officiating. The King Philip Fire Company in uniform led a martial procession to St Marys Cemetery for interment. Members of the Loyal Order of Moose attended. The report also notes the funeral of Edward Salisbury held at North Cemetery with Rev John E Whitley officiating.
The Star Theatre presents Theda Bara in Her Double Life this evening with five thrilling acts. Also showing Patria starring Mrs Vernon Castle, The Rummy featuring Pauline Starke and Wilfred Lucas, The Crimson Stain Mystery with Maurice Costello, and His Busted Trust with Slim Summerville. Monday Pearl White stars in Pearl of the Army.
Public auction set for April 21, 1917 at 12 15 PM to satisfy Joseph M. Silva's mortgage dated October 16, 1916. Two Bristol Rhode Island lots 4 and 9 with all buildings and improvements, on Prospect Street and Varnum Avenue, bounded by lots five ten eight three and Juniper Lane, with street use rights included.
A stormy Tuesday drew a small crowd to Rockwell Hall Y M C A for Morris Hindu a Harvard student native of Russia who spoke on peasant life in villages lacking floors and windows and on reforms after the revolution He noted Russia's vast area population 180000000 war losses 20000000 illiteracy and the peasant's growing political role and ended with a Q A session leaving attendees gratified despite the weather
April 22 designated Humane Sunday with a preceding Be Kind to Animals Week from April 16. Observances are promoted by 576 anti cruelty societies in the United States with over 2000 clergymen expected to participate. Various local events include Pet Animal Day Humane Education Day Boy Scout Day Bird Day and Horse Day culminating in Humane Sunday April 22.
A London Tit-Bits story recalls a British front colonel who asked for twenty men to advance one pace into danger. He wept with emotion as he looked at his company, yet every man stepped forward in unison, a sergeant declaring that all had advanced.
April social schedule lists dances, card and whist parties, and annual fairs across venues including Columbia Hall G R Hall Artillery Hall and St Marys Parish Hall. Groups organizing include Mayflower Club International Club Holy Name Society Excelsior Tennis Club Jolly Crowd and King Philip Steam Fire Engine Co No 1.
Susan Elizabeth Gladding aged 73 died early Wednesday at her home from Brights disease after a brief illness. She was born in town daughter of the late Matthew A. Card and Susan Card and lived here most of her life. Survived by husband Capt. George T. Gladding two brothers and three sisters. She belonged to Babbitt Woman's Relief Corps. Funeral from Noyes Avenue residence tomorrow at 2:15 pm with Rev Anson B Howard officiating. Interment in North Cemetery.
Frank Nelson died Tuesday night after weeks of illness from a complication of disease. He was 52 and born in the Western Islands. He lived here for years and worked at the National India Rubber Company factory before his illness. He is survived by a widow. The funeral was held at 9 am today at St Elizabeths Church with a requiem mass by Rev A P Rebello. Interment followed at St Marys Cemetery.
Miss Mariano Mederios died Wednesday at Hillsgrove Sanitarium where she had been since March from tuberculosis of the lungs. She was 32. Survived by sister Mrs Antone Mederios of 47 Oliver Street. Funeral held this afternoon at St Elizabeth's Church with Rev Rebello officiating. Interment at St Marys Cemetery.
April at Keith’s Providence Theatre features three star acts Mme Dorees Celebrities James J Corbett Gentleman Jim and Melville Ells with Irene Bordoni plus Harry Holman in a new act. The program promises superb variety and star power in a richly staged show.
The 17th Edward F. Albee Stock Company debuts at Keiths Providence Theatre with Adam Killjoy Yvette Gore and Delaney, the Three Bobs act, and Keith Concert Orchestra. Seat sales begin April 6 7 for subscribers then April 9 to the public. Subscription list grows among Bristol residents with Monday discounts.
Orillia reader Dan McLean reports two years of constipation and headaches improved after using Fruit-a-tives. He credits better appetite and energy to the remedy, noting a six pack for $2.60 and trial size 25c, via Frustr atives Limited Ogdensburg New York.
Isabel M Sparks as executrix of Annie E Bowler late of Bristol dies administered. Bond given and will admitted to probate by Bristol Probate Court. Claimants must file claims with clerk within six months from first advertisement. March 30 1917 notice date.
The executrices Julia A Herreshoff and Peroulne L H Chesebrough announce they have accepted the will of Sally Brown Herreshoff and given bond after probate admission in March 1917 following the first advertisement.
The Narragansett Electric Lighting Company petitions the Rhode Island General Assembly for an amended act to extend its electric lighting heating and power business. The bill would authorize eminent domain across towns and cities to complete or extend its lines, with the Providence office serving as its base. Edwin A. Barrows signs as president.
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