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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1916

Page

3

First Baptist Sunday School Marks Century of Service

The Sunday School at First Baptist Church celebrated its hundredth anniversary with a large crowd. Rev. Charles E. Burr delivered the address on the centennial, noting the school’s aim to convert and cultivate Christian character and the devotion of workers. A historical paper by Deacon George A. Arnold and a flag presentation by Col. Arthur W. Barrett highlighted the event, with a program including hymns, Scripture, a solo, and the address at Providence.

First Baptist Church George A. Arnold Charles E. Burr Arthur W. Barrett Babbitt Woman's Relief Corps Irving T. Gumb Jesus America A. W. Barrett Hodgdon George A. Arnold Long C. E. Burr Fourth Baptist Church Providence

Courts Pass Judgments and Penalties in Fifth District

Judge Hammill ruled for Joaquim Marques against William H. Dunbar for 52 dollars plus costs. Fall River men Rudolph Storrs Joseph Bergeron and Hector Leduc were fined three dollars and costs each in Warren for revelling. Ida Shernin’s case was continued two weeks. Several civil cases were continued or submitted to judgment. A Juvenile Court session heard truancy charges from three boys and warned their parents.

Fifth District Frank H. Hammill Joaquim Marques William H. Dunbar Rudolph Storrs Joseph Bergeron Hector Leduc Fall River Warren Robert Walsh Ida Shernin Philo Cady Baylies R. Chase Perreira Rodrigues Rhode Island Company Jacob Molasky Mary Cerreira Barnet Goldstein L. W Chantler Company Peerless Petticoat Company L. W. Chantler Company Moore & Gibson Corporation L. W

Hydraulions Annual Fair Opens with Parade and Cake Guess

The Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company held its annual fair in G A R Hall with a large crowd. Foreman Robert J. Anderson opened the event, the Crown Orchestra played, and booths offered confections and suppers. A parade led by the Hydraulion Drum Corps preceded the fair, and 150 guests guessed the weight of a cake with William Gardner and Stephen Northup each guessing 8 lbs 6 oz. The cake was shared.

Hydraulions Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company G. A. R. Hall Robert J. Anderson Crown Orchestra William Gardner Stephen Northup Hydraulion Charles L. Pendleton Raymond A. Card James F. Meiggs George Marshall Frank Child, Jr Richard Rensehausen George R. Fish

Bristol Chapter D A R Meeting Notes Progress and Programs

Bristol Chapter D A R met at Mrs C W Young s home with 29 members and guests. Reports showed 20 60 from a recent benefit, 350 07 donated to Belgian Relief, and 13 flags presented to Warren and Bristol schools. Upcoming flag presentations to Miller Child Street and Miss Bache s Schools were announced.

Bristol C. W. Young W. Fred Williams Warren Patriotic Committee Miller Child Street Bache State Street Wertee State Ag Charles Young Harold Peckham Wilmarth Colwell Howard W. Church Charlotte Young Peckham Grace Fay Bristol High School Continental Congress Washington Harriet P. Church Singing of America Harry V. Mayo Gospel Chapter

Arrest of Stanzione for Violent Robbery at Mt Hope Store

Saturday Stanzione was arrested on a warrant charging a violent assault with a revolver on Luigi Esposito Gambardella at 46 Mt Hope Avenue yesterday morning. Gambardella and his wife hid as Stanzione demanded $50 and threatened to kill him before fleeing. bail set at 500 dollars with Pasquale Abenando as surety. case continued to Fifth District Court. Stanzione was previously shot on Mt Hope Avenue last winter and recently discharged from hospital.

Stanzione Serbst Church Luigi Esposito Gambardella Gambardella Mt. Hope Avenue Fifth District Court Pasquale Abenando

Doan's Kidney Pills Credited by Newport Carpenter

A 20 year user testifies Doan's Kidney Pills eased back pain and weak kidneys. John Banister of 219 Spring Street Newport Rhode Island praises the remedy, noting its effectiveness for kidney strain and lifting aches. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY markets the same product at 50 cents.

Dean John Banister Carpenter Spring Street Newport R. I Doan Kansas Banister Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo

Anniversary Service Observed by St Andrew's Club at St Michael's

The 10th anniversary service of St Andrew's Club at St Michael's Church drew a large crowd. Rev George L Locke led the service with Rev Anson B Howard and Rev William M Chapin assisting. Rev Albert C Larned of Bar Harbor preached from John 10 10 and special choir music overflowed. A Thursday evening reception, 8 to 10, will be held in the chapel with visiting clergy and parish members invited.

St Andrew’s Club St Michael's Church St. Michael’s Church George L. Locke Anson B. Howard St. Michael’s William M. Chapin St. John’s Church Barrington Albert C. Larned Church of St. Savior Bar Harbor Mr. Larned St. Andrew's Club League

Laborie McKenna Tie The Knot In Pawtucket Church

Mrs Abbie McKenna and Mitchell Labrie wed at Sacred Heart Church Pawtucket Rev Fr Walsh officiated Emma Sargeson and George Labrie attended The bride wore pale blue crepe de chine and carnations Bridesmaid wore Alice blue silk poplin dress and carnations A reception followed at 140 Cross Street hosted by Mrs Walter Sargeson Guests traveled from Fall River Attleboro and nearby town The couple plan to reside in town after a short honeymoon.

Abbie McKenna Mitchell LaBrie Sacred Heart Church Pawtucket Fr. Walsh Emma Sargeson George Labrie Attleboro Walter Sargeson Cross Street Fall River

King Philip’s Fire Team Romps 100 to 27 in Pool Match

The second 100-ball pool contest between King Philip and Defiance Fire Companies was held Friday evening at the King Philip fire station. King Philip won 100 to 27. Players: King Philip Donat Gladue Ludzie Either. Defiance Stephen Fales Charles Manchester. Following the celebration were considered.

King Philip Defiance Fire Companies King Philips Donat Gladue Ludzie Defiance Stephen Fales Charles Manchester

Real Estate Transfers In Town Clerk Files

Real estate transfers filed for record include a deed transferring all rights in the William Henry Church estate on Bristol Neck and other parcels from Harold A Easterbrooks and Louis C Easterbrooks to Clara A McCaw. The 46 year land lease to the Hebrew Congregation Chevra Agudas Achim was executed by Town Treasurer W G Thurston who also sold a dwelling on the land. the congregation will move the house and build a synagogue on the site.

William Henry Church Bristol Neck Harold A Louis C. Easterbrooks Clara A. McCaw Hebrew Congregation Chevra Agudas Achim W. G. Thurston

Fourth of July Committee selects chief marshal for parade

The Fourth of July Committee met Friday evening and chose Col. Andrew Weeks Anthony of Governor Beeckman's staff as Chief Marshal for Independence Day parade. Sub-committees reported plans but fireworks are scrapped due to cost and spectator danger. Colt aims for a grand Linden Place celebration with possible guest Governor Beeckman.

Andrew Weeks Anthony Beeckman Col Colt Linden Place Governor Beeckman

A Safe Easy Way to Cure Ulcers

Ho kara the pure skin healer is pitched as a universal remedy with a money back guarantee. Local agent W H Buffington claims quick relief for pimples eczema blackheads acne barber" s itch and other skin troubles. Each large package of Hokara is offered at 25 cents from Buffington's drug store.

Hokara W. H. Buffington

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