Venerable Bishop Locke of Bristol Remembered
A tribute to Dr Locke of St Michael's Bristol highlighting his civic and religious leadership, his parish and town influence in Rhode Island and New England, his healing ministry, and the lasting impact of his home at St Michael's Rectory on generations of clergy and community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhode Island
Boston
Phillips Brooks
St Michael's Parish
Hezekiah
Asher Munro
Harry Howe Bogert
Frederick Sanford
Massachusetts
Samuel Drury
St Paul's School
Sanford
St Michael’s Church
San Joaquin
St Michael's
Bristol
New England
Locke of
State Board of Health
Locke
Iis
T Michael’s
Atlanta
Pacific
Peter
Dr Locke
St Michael's Rectory
Church Street
St. Michael's
Huntington
Greer
New York
Potter
St. Michael's Stall
Mackay Smith
Tiffany
Howe
Bishop Clarke
Christ
Dr. Locke
Obituary of Mrs Mary Menard widow of Adolph Menard
Mrs Mary Menard 77 died Tuesday during a visit to her daughter at 29 Atwood Street Providence from paralytic shock. Born in Canada she had lived in this town 30 years. Survived by two sons and several daughters including Octavien Foxbridge Albert White Linwood Annie Blair Providence Israel Grerous Providence and Wilfred Vermette. Funeral held at 4:30 a.m. from her daughter’s home, then St Mary’s Church Providence for requiem Mass at 9, with interment in St Mary’s Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Menard
Adolph Menard
Annie Blair
Atwood Street
Providence
Menard
Canada
Xbridge
Mass
Albert
Alfred
White Linwood Mass
Napolean
Ivrael
Balward Tiles Ball
Wilfred Vermette
von Atwood
St Mary's Church
St Mary's Cemetery
Mrs Emma P Williams Dies Suddenly at 53 Burton Street
Mrs Emma P Williams widow of Calvin G Williams died suddenly at her home Wednesday around 10 30 pm from heart neuralgia. She was born in the town to Walker and Martha Pierce and lived here her entire life. Survived by a half sister Miss Anna Pierce a teacher. Funeral from 53 Burton Street Sunday at 2 pm with interment at North Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma P Williams
Calvin G. Walliams
Burton Street
C J Hasbrouck
Willams
Williams
Walker
Martha Pierce
State Street
Anna Pierée
Oliver School
North Cemetery
Probate Court Admits Wall of Susan Gladding and Appoints Executors
In probate court Judge Edward L. Leahy admits Susan Gladding and names George T. Gladding as executor with a $100 bond. Moses W Whitney named administrator with $1000 bond and appraiser John H. Bailey Jr. handles Rhode Island estate allowances. James F Lavey seeks private sale of real estate at not less than $1500 with full incumbrances paid first. United States Fidelity bonds $2000 for sale. Cecelia Ada Munro estate will approved for Nelle B Munro as executrix with $500 bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward L. Leahy
Susan
Gladding
George T. Gladding
Edward Salisbury
Moses W Whitney
John H. Bailey, Jr
Carlos A
Albert P Peck
Rhode Island
John Lavey
James F Lavey
United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company
Cecelia Ada Munro
Nelle B Munro
Frightened Children Helped by Pure Rich Liquid-Food
In a brief note a description of thousands of bright but frail children is given. They are not sick but underdeveloped, catch colds easily and do not thrive. The remedy suggested is Li Lee led as Bo liquid nourishment to aid growth.
Funeral for James F Scanlon Held in Union Street Home
The funeral of James F Scanlon, who died of heart disease in Chicago, was held yesterday at 8:30 from his brother's home at 42 Union Street to St Mary’s Church for a Requiem Mass at 9 led by Rev. Thomas J. Gillan. Miss Catherine Connery sang Thy Will Be Done. Bearers were William M Connery, William P Hammill, Thomas J Connery, and Augustus Gravelle. Burial followed in St Mary’s Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James F Scanlon
Chicago
Union Street
St Mary’s Church
Mpeye
Thomas J. Gillan
Catherine Connery
Willam M Connery
William P. Hammill
Thomas J Connery
Augustus Gravelle
St. Mary's Cemetery
Mr Scanlon
Peculiar Accident Injures Local Resident
Edward WK Reynolds of Church Street fell backward down steps when the front door knob came off. He suffered bruises to the head and body but no bones were broken. He is able to be out but not fully recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward WK Reynolds
Church Street
King Philip Steam Fire Engine Fair and Upcoming Events
A calendar of events lists the fifteenth annual King Philip Fire Engine Co fair at Artillery Hall May 10 and 11 and a series of May events. These include Shakespeare's As You Like It at Colt Memorial High School mm auditorium May 14, Whist at G A R Hall May 14, May Festival at St Mars's Parish May 14–19, Reba Lodge sponsored entertainments May 16, Mrs Jurley's Wax Works May 16, private dance at Colt Memorial High School May 25, and entertainment and motion pictures at Pastime Theatre May 22 hosted by the Rhode Island Boy Scouts First Bristol Troop.
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King Philip Steam Fire Engine Co
Artillery Hall
Colt Memorial High School
Bristol Mothers’ Club
St Mars’s
New Church
Reba Lodge
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Jurley
Odd Fellows
First Bristol Troop
Rhode Island Boy Scouts
Freitas Birth Heralds Daughter in Muay 10 Town
A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Freitas in Freitas In This Town Muay 10, marking a family milestone for the local residents.
Deaths in Local Area May 3 to May 9
Obituary notices report the deaths of Benjamin King three months old son of Mr and Mrs Fo King formerly of this town in Los Angeles California on May 3. Mary Menard aged 77 of Providence and Emma P Williams widow of Calhin G Williams of this town died suddenly in May.
Your Own Fig Tree Grows in Pots or Ground
The New York Sun notes figs tolerate warm three month seasons and ripen continually, unlike apples or peaches. In pots they need rubber-plant like care and ample water, with vigorous plants bearing fruit at all stages from green to ripe.
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New York Sun
Hunter With a 24-Pound Gun In North China
An American sportsman recalls witnessing a native shooter at Shaba on Nadoo creek in North China with a gingal that towered over eight feet. The weapon exceeded the hunter's height by two feet two inches and weighed roughly 24 pounds, a stark contrast to typical six to seven pound guns carried by local sportsmen.
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Nadoo Creek
China
Albee Stock Company to Stage A Full House at Keith’s Theatre
Albee Stock Company players present the comedy A Full House at Keith's Providence Theatre next week. The farce centers on George Howell who leaves his bride for an actress, trades bags with a thief, and amid jewel theft and mistaken identities, the cast races to a rapid, laugh filled climax. The run caps a strong Albee season likely to draw full houses.
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Keith
Providence
Albee Stock Company
New York Press
George Howell
Boston
Ned Pembroke
Howell
Mrs. Howell
Vera Vernon
New York
King
Albee
Albee Company
A Deligate Child Made Strong By Our Vinol
A Fayetteville mother reports her delicate child became stronger after using Vinol. She says the remedy improved appetite and weight, calling the child now one of the town’s healthiest. The ad claims Vinol is a constitutional tonic that aids digestion and blood health with a money back guarantee.
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Fayetteville
N. C
Vinci
Mas
Gorpon
Fruit a tives remedy claim from Toronto man
A Toronto resident at 682 Genraro St reports severe indigestion and heart pains for two years. After trying many medicines he credits Fruit a tives for recovery after three boxes, recommending it to others. Box pricing 50 cents each, six for $2.50, trial 25 cents. sold by dealers or Fruit a tives Limited in Ogdensburg New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genraro St. East
Toronto
Fred J. Caveen
Fruitatives Limited
Ogdensburg
N.Y
Providence Presentation Headlines Attract List Of Works
A Providence presentation promises viewer favorites including Hit the Trail Holliday The House of Glass and a lineup of other notable successes. The event highlights a diverse program of performances and titles for audiences.
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Providence
Holliday
House of Glass
Solemn Diplomatic Lie Analysis
A pithy line on diplomacy noting that lies in diplomacy carry a grave, solemn air whereas jokes may reveal truth more freely. The aphorism contrasts jest with preternaturally solemn diplomatic deception.
Puck Quips on Youth and Age in Comic Reflection
A witty line contrasts youth and age as a fair sixteen year old declares the depth of life surpassing even an eighty year old. The remark captures a playful view of vitality and experience in a lighthearted tone.
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Puck
Bristol Woman Applies For 15 Acres Of Oyster Ground
Wilhelmina Shepard of Bristol seeks 15 acres of oyster bed in Bristol Harbor east of and adjoining her current lease ground 92 FP. The Commissioners of Shell Fisheries set May 18, 1917, at Providence State House for consideration. Commissioners: Edward Atchison, William T Lewis, Milton Duckworth, Randall A Harrington, Henry K Littlefield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilhelmina Shepard
Bristol
Bristol Harbor
Commissioners of Shell Fisheries
State House
Providence
Shereby
Edward Atchison
William T Lewis
Milton Duckworth
Randall A. Harrington
Henry K. Littlefield
Commissioners of
Shell Fisheries
Executor Accepts Trust in Susie Gladding Estate Bristol
The executor of Susie E. Gladding's last will and testament announces acceptance of the trust and bond in Bristol. Creditors are notified to file claims in the Bristol Probate Court within six months from the first advertisement date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susie E. Gladding
Bristol
Witt
Own
Gahorget Gladding
Governess Admonishes Lazy Eight Year Old in Tit Bits Scene
A pretty governess lectures an eight year old, Harry, on diligence to become a successful man. She cites his father’s late office hours as an example. Harry fears his mother discovering the exchange and a potential row.
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Harry
Artificial rubber from Russian crude linked to California oil
Artificial rubber has been made from Russian crude petroleum containing chemical elements similar to those in California oil, suggesting a common chemical basis for the new material.
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California
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Bishop Perry
Emma P. Williams
Probate
Li Lee
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfield
N. J
Keith’s Theatre
Hope. Drug CO
Young Wisdom
DR. Andrews
Washington ST
Mathewson ST
R. I
Union
Bristol County Gas and Electric Company
Bristol— —Warren
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