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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1917
Page
2
The piece argues many German nationals must move from waterfronts munitions and shipyard zones after a presidential proclamation to prevent German plotting. It acknowledges hardship for law abiding individuals but blames the German government and urges a stern approach to protect national resources and war effort.
Edgehill Temple No 3 P S Grand Lodge officers pay call last evening at G A R Hall four candidates were initiated. Lucretia Temple Providence assisted. Grand Chief Mrs Emily Tomlinson and District Deputy Mrs Cuddy attended with visitors from Providence Pawtucket Attleboro and Warren. The Silver Quartet performed and a fine collation followed.
Bristol residents attend lodge and church events while war news touches local lives. Members join Knights of Pythias and Daughters of Isabella. Bristol Equal Suffrage League and Civic Forum discuss independence and support for YMCA Red Triangle. afghans knitted by public school children aid Surgical Dressings and Red Cross patients abroad.
District Deputy Grand Master A W Taylor led an official visit to United Brothers Lodge No 13 IOOF with Grand Lodge officers in attendance. Wampanoag Encampment No 9 IOOF hosted Grand Patriarch William H Dobson regalia and speeches. Officers were nominated for the next year and sick member Charles F Sanford showed improvement. Grand Junior Representative Edgars reviewed Louisville sessions. Grand Senior Representative Wilson demonstrated secret work. McCann spoke on the Odd Fellows Home gift program and the first donation barrel. A farewell clam chowder was served.
Rev W M Partridge of South Braintree Mass will preach Sunday at Trinity Church. Col Andrew Weeks Anthony enlisted in the U S Naval Reserve at Newport with Boatswain's Mate rating. The Bristol Constabulary drilled with new NCOs named and weekly practice set.
Arrangements complete for the big Rowdy Dow Fort Rodman game on Thanksgiving morning. Soldiers and the Rowdys travel with 40 to 50 men, aiming for a top exhibition in Bristol. Proceeds go to the Third Company fund, currently depleted, with town turnout urged.
Mrs. A M Stetson native of this town died last Sunday at her daughter s home 12 Gray Street Central Falls aged 87 years She had been in feeble health for some time Death was due to old age She was born here daughter of William and Mary Hoar Lived on Wood Street four years with daughter in Central Falls Her husband James Stetson predeceased her She leaves one brother Funeral held at Central Falls home then interment at North Cemetery
Annie E. MacDougall transfers land and buildings on Thames and Franklin streets to Domenico DeCristofaro. Kate E. Murphy transfers three Hope Highlands plat lots to Luigi Chiarelli and others.
A brief states that members have an opening to discuss matters on the floor. The note emphasizes an opportunity for thorough debate and review in a formal setting.
For rent a furnished upper tenement with six rooms in a compact town area. Could be rented in part if desired. Apply Box D, Phoenix Office.
For sale a dining room set including 48 inch round table a buffet and seven chairs all in mission oak in the best condition. Call Bristol 61 J F A Crabb.
Rev Edwin Simpson will speak at the Pastime Theatre in Bristol Sunday evening at 8 30 under Bristol Civics Forum auspices organized by Righteousness Organized Vice. The event aims to discuss anti saloon work and has letters sent to church members inviting attendance. Admission is free.
The First District Board in Providence revisited claims of James F. Meiggs of 79 Franklin Street and Ferdinand Jasiello of 327 High Street. Both claims on dependent parent grounds were reopened by the Adjutant General and denied. Jasiello is at camp, while Meiggs received a temporary discharge until January 15.
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