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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1915
Page
2
The editorial condemns Germany's justification for sinking the Lusitania as a "might is right" theory that tramples international law. It argues noncombatants may sail on armed ships, notes Germany's claim of limited naval options, and recalls the Kaiser’s pledge to punish provocation. It ends with a rebuke to future German aggression toward America.
The author contends that while no one desires war, the United States may face a crisis where peace would be national dishonor. He warns of a civilization clash against German militarism and urges fearless, calm action should the final test arrive.
The report notes warnings issued about Jack Hand operators and questions whether warnings reduce the crimes they commit.
An adjourned town council meeting will consider a petition signed by 45 taxpayers seeking a special town meeting to authorize funds for buying a site for a new school house.
Rheumatism yields quickly to Sloan's Electric Bitters a spring tonic. Sloan's Liniment penetrates to the inflamed spot, soothing heat and swelling and delivering relief in minutes. Get a bottle for 25c and keep it on hand for colds sore joints lumbago sciatica and back pains. Money back not offered for dissatisfaction but relief is instant.
Ill Mr George B Luther improves enough to go out Mrs C A Johnson declines a Washington trip Bristol Council Knights of Columbus to meet Bristol Neck hosts Sirens guests Mr and Mrs Charles H Smith Jolly Two dance at Columbia Hall Laveys Imperial orchestra playing Many social visits from Pawtucket Saylesville and Providence Italian feast Banda Tripoli visit Bristol drill by Company A and B Bristol Train of Artillery Minstrel rehearsal for upcoming show Boy Scouts prepare for Providence parade May 20 dance secured by Crown orchestra traffic on Hope Street heavy Bristol ferry carries many autos Mothers Club to hear Wilde play at Colt Memorial High School Bristol K of C state convention delegates named Local carpenters union meets and James Hill to attend district council arrest of Joseph Chirello over assault case Bail set for Napoleon Chirello Land sales on Thames and Rock streets Baptist Young Peoples Union officers elected Birthdays and family gatherings at Colwell home Ivy Guild to host St Michaels 20th anniversary event
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease. It is taken internally and claimed to destroy the disease's foundation while building up the constitution. A $100 reward is offered for any case it fails to cure with testimonials available.
A fatal accident occurred at Hampden Meadows crossing at 12 15 am when an automobile from Warren to Providence driven by Arthur Bottomley was struck by a midnight train bound for Bristol. Passengers Mrs John McCann Miss Gladys Maxwell and Joseph Cornnelly from Providence were injured with Mrs McCann killed. Drs Conway and Seymour aided victims who were taken to Rhode Island Hospital.
The Bristol Chapter D A R met at Mrs. Charles H. Church's home in May 1915 with 28 members present. Mrs. Johnson reported on the recent Congress of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Washington and received thanks for her service and vivid account.
Last week the State Board of Public Roads recorded registrations: 16847 Julia A Herreshoff Bristol Ford touring. 5337 Geese C Paull Bristol Ford touring. 16883 Jacob A Benjamin Bristol Chalmers touring. 16875 George N St Vincent Warren Maxwell runabout. 16903 Albert Pottom Warren Buick. 16917 Percy Townend Barrington Maxwell touring. 16831 Henry A Hoffman Barrington Hupmobile runabout. In Providence nearly everybody buys their clothing at Barnaby's.
John Moni found guilty of drunkenness and fined 2 dollars in Fifth District Court. Jose Costo Coelha found guilty of assault and fined 5 dollars and costs. Eugene LeClair v Erie City Iron Works continued. Peter Servant and Joseph Walker pleaded guilty to intoxication on Thames Street and fined 3 dollars each.
The Bristol base ball team under Joseph Gladue opened its Narragansett League season by defeating Barrington 4 to 2 on Saturday. Pierce pitched well, Bristol totaling nine hits with three errors. E Murphy and Pierce led Bristol at the plate while Barrington had six hits and four errors.
The undersigned express sincere thanks for kindness and sympathy during bereavement and for floral offerings. Gratitude to employees of Narragansett Rubber Co. and N. R. Co. and to the eighth grade pupils. Mrs. Andrew J. Lynch and family.
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