Mrs. Davis had been a resident of The Home for the Friendless since 1948 (now known as The Bristol Home), at 1500 Main Street, Buffalo, New York. She entered the Home in 1938.
In the 1940 Census she was listed as a widow, 65 years of age.
THE COURIER
BROOKFIELD NY
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1941
PAGE 5
Friends of Mrs. Earl Davis, formerly of Brookfield, are sorry to hear that on Christmas Eve she fell from the steps of her present home, 1500 Main Street, Buffalo, and broke her right arm. The arm is in a cast at present and gives Mrs. Davis quite a bit of pain.
BUFFALO COURIER EXPRESS SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 1964 PAGE 14-D
Photo: Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Buck, Mrs. Wilson: Home Officials Admire Handicraft (patchwork quilt).
Our Cultural Heritage: Bristol Home is a Haven For Women: The Bristol Home has been providing security and comfort for women for 96 years. It occupied its present location at 1500 Main Street in 1886. Then, beyond the city line, the home was supplied with milk and eggs from a cow and chickens kept on its premises.
Today, only women past 60 are received into the home and they must enter with the intention of becoming permanent residents. Before 1900 any woman in distress could live there temporarily and could bring her children with her.
Early Rule: An early rule stated "Inmates with young children will not be permitted to leave them with other inmates."
It was nearly a century ago that Edward Bristol, businessman who became a Presbyterian minister, suggested the establishment of a home for "women who wish to lead a correct life". Long known as the Home for the Friendless, the home's name was changed to honor Mr. Bristol in 1957. His granddaughter, Mrs. George Riexinger, lives in Gallatin Avenue, Buffalo.
Never in Debt: During the first years, women in temporary need outnumbered aged, permanent residents. That accounts for such early rules as "Profane or improper language will be considered sufficient cause for expulsion from the home."
The home has never been in debt. When the founders met for the first time in May 1867, at the home of Mr. And Mrs. Francis H. Foot, they decided to raise a fund for the building. Mrs. O.G. Steele and Mrs. Maria M. Welch headed the project. The first home at 7th and Maryland was opened February 24, 1868. It was occupied by 26 women during the first year.
Early Leaders: Mrs. Noah Gardner, president of the original board of managers, was succeeded by Mrs. Oliver G. Steele. Mrs. F.H. Root was the third president. Today, the home is administered by a corporate board of managers that may number from 71 to 100, and by a board of 15 directors.
Both boards are composed of women, but the home benefits from the qualified advice of men in matters of law, real estate and finances. Pascal P. Pratt headed the real estate committee that chose the present site. He was assisted by E.L. Hedstrom and George Gorham.
Quaint Rules: Quaint indeed are some of the early rules: Supper shall be served before candlelight. It is the matron's duty to go through the house and see that all unnecessary fires and lights are extinguished before 10 o'clock. A resident must put her apparel in order, change her clothes and take a bath when requested by the matron.
Other projects: Back in the 1870's the board of managers renovated and reopened the womens ward of the then debt-ridden Buffalo General Hospital. The same board established Ingleside Home for the care of the unwed mothers who sought help.
Since 1875 the home has held an annual gift day on which donations of money, food and clothing are received. Other support is derived from private contributions, bequests and payments by residents. For some time, the home received an annual gift from the proceeds of the Old Settlers' Festival, a picturesque yearly event held in St. James Hall.
Additions: One of the largest individual donors was the late William I. Mills who who gave the home a two story wing with 18 bedrooms and several baths. Other additions have been constructed since the acquisition of the original building in Main near West Ferry.
The spacious tract of land on which the home stands still has broad lawns and a rose garden with more than a hundred species of blooms. The flower garden is colorful from early spring until frost.
More than 40 women enjoy the comfort of the Bristol Home today. A party brightens every holiday and birthdays are gay with gifts. Friends and relatives are welcome visitors.
Free to Go: Members of the "family", as the residents are called, are permitted to leave for hours or days. They are required only to leave word where they are going and when they will return.
Frequent entertainment at the home includes concerts by professional musicians, motion pictures and a variety of shows.
From the start the home has been aided by Protestant churches of different denominations. Ministers conduct services five mornings a week. Most of the women attend Sunday services at the church with which they are affiliated.
Members of the board of managers visit residents of the home regularly. Mrs. Oliver H. Buck is chairman of visitors. Mrs. Charles R. Wilson, a past president and member of the board of managers for 45 years, knows every woman in the home. Mrs. Elizabeth Davis has lived in the Bristol Home for 26 years.
Officers: Mrs. William C. Warren Jr is president of the board of directors, vice presidents are Mrs. William C. Davies and Mrs. Theodore L. Richmond. Mrs. Norman H. Drosendahl is treasurer, assisted by Mrs. Richard H. Means and Mrs. George J. Grammer. Mrs. John D. Stewart is recording secretary and Mrs. William H. Harder corresponding secretary.
BUFFALO COURIER EXPRESS
FRIDAY, OCT. 8, 1965 PAGE 13
You're Only As Old As You Feel: Who's old? What's that about growing old? It's a dismal, lonely and dull life. Take care! There are several so-called old folks who will take issue on the question. They will tell you there is no such thing as growing old if you have a sense of humor, a little spunk, and an interest in many things. Take for instance, Mrs. Eleanor Fox, who has graced this planet for 86 years, or Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, who is 91, or Mrs. Mary Horan or Miss Isabel Rutherford, all residents of the Bristol Home in Main Street. They spent some delightful moments Thursday afternoon teasing this reporter by processing exceptional skill at the frug, the frog and the watusi.They and other residents of the home were welcoming guests to the home's annual Gift Day. Many of them had contributed items to be sold from the residents' table – red felt Santa Clauses, hand-knitted pigs, crocheted place mats, aprons. Mrs. Etta Davis donated a patchwork quilt to the nookery. Another handsome and colorful cotton quilt, made by members of the staff, also was displayed in the nookery. Not So Young: Mrs. Virginia Toomey, executive director of the home, noted that applicants aren't so "young" anymore. The Home won't accept anyone under 60, but applicants nowdays are mostly in their 80's. Mrs. Suzannah Burnette, who at 93 is the oldest resident of the home, has been there only since March. Residents lead an active life. They furnish their private rooms as they wish. Meals are served family style in a large dining room that once served as a dance floor when the building was a tavern. Devotions: Entertainment includes television, musicals, even talks on current affairs. Ministers of various faiths lead morning devotions. Mrs. Eleanor Hylkema, who leads a staff of seven in the home's infirmary, employed her talent for flower arranging in preparing several for Thursday's sale in the Green Thumb Booth. Before the noonday lunch bell sounded, the supply table, where visitors left their gifts, boasted ten 25 pound sacks of flour, a carton of light bulbs, boxes of soaps, jams, jellies and other household items. Mrs. Henry Vidal was chairman of the supply table and Mrs. Harold D. Cowan was co-chairman. Chairman for the day was Mrs. Charles H. Walker, assisted by Mrs. Oliver H. Buck. Mrs. James A. Purdy is president of the home board.
Mrs. Davis was the widow of Earl S. Davis. She died at her late residence, the Bristol Home. She was 95 years of age. She was the daughter of Charles Riter and Johanna M. Galle.
In the 1940 Census she was listed as a widow, 65 years of age.
THE COURIER
BROOKFIELD NY
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1941
PAGE 5
Friends of Mrs. Earl Davis, formerly of Brookfield, are sorry to hear that on Christmas Eve she fell from the steps of her present home, 1500 Main Street, Buffalo, and broke her right arm. The arm is in a cast at present and gives Mrs. Davis quite a bit of pain.
BUFFALO COURIER EXPRESS SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 1964 PAGE 14-D
Photo: Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Buck, Mrs. Wilson: Home Officials Admire Handicraft (patchwork quilt).
Our Cultural Heritage: Bristol Home is a Haven For Women: The Bristol Home has been providing security and comfort for women for 96 years. It occupied its present location at 1500 Main Street in 1886. Then, beyond the city line, the home was supplied with milk and eggs from a cow and chickens kept on its premises.
Today, only women past 60 are received into the home and they must enter with the intention of becoming permanent residents. Before 1900 any woman in distress could live there temporarily and could bring her children with her.
Early Rule: An early rule stated "Inmates with young children will not be permitted to leave them with other inmates."
It was nearly a century ago that Edward Bristol, businessman who became a Presbyterian minister, suggested the establishment of a home for "women who wish to lead a correct life". Long known as the Home for the Friendless, the home's name was changed to honor Mr. Bristol in 1957. His granddaughter, Mrs. George Riexinger, lives in Gallatin Avenue, Buffalo.
Never in Debt: During the first years, women in temporary need outnumbered aged, permanent residents. That accounts for such early rules as "Profane or improper language will be considered sufficient cause for expulsion from the home."
The home has never been in debt. When the founders met for the first time in May 1867, at the home of Mr. And Mrs. Francis H. Foot, they decided to raise a fund for the building. Mrs. O.G. Steele and Mrs. Maria M. Welch headed the project. The first home at 7th and Maryland was opened February 24, 1868. It was occupied by 26 women during the first year.
Early Leaders: Mrs. Noah Gardner, president of the original board of managers, was succeeded by Mrs. Oliver G. Steele. Mrs. F.H. Root was the third president. Today, the home is administered by a corporate board of managers that may number from 71 to 100, and by a board of 15 directors.
Both boards are composed of women, but the home benefits from the qualified advice of men in matters of law, real estate and finances. Pascal P. Pratt headed the real estate committee that chose the present site. He was assisted by E.L. Hedstrom and George Gorham.
Quaint Rules: Quaint indeed are some of the early rules: Supper shall be served before candlelight. It is the matron's duty to go through the house and see that all unnecessary fires and lights are extinguished before 10 o'clock. A resident must put her apparel in order, change her clothes and take a bath when requested by the matron.
Other projects: Back in the 1870's the board of managers renovated and reopened the womens ward of the then debt-ridden Buffalo General Hospital. The same board established Ingleside Home for the care of the unwed mothers who sought help.
Since 1875 the home has held an annual gift day on which donations of money, food and clothing are received. Other support is derived from private contributions, bequests and payments by residents. For some time, the home received an annual gift from the proceeds of the Old Settlers' Festival, a picturesque yearly event held in St. James Hall.
Additions: One of the largest individual donors was the late William I. Mills who who gave the home a two story wing with 18 bedrooms and several baths. Other additions have been constructed since the acquisition of the original building in Main near West Ferry.
The spacious tract of land on which the home stands still has broad lawns and a rose garden with more than a hundred species of blooms. The flower garden is colorful from early spring until frost.
More than 40 women enjoy the comfort of the Bristol Home today. A party brightens every holiday and birthdays are gay with gifts. Friends and relatives are welcome visitors.
Free to Go: Members of the "family", as the residents are called, are permitted to leave for hours or days. They are required only to leave word where they are going and when they will return.
Frequent entertainment at the home includes concerts by professional musicians, motion pictures and a variety of shows.
From the start the home has been aided by Protestant churches of different denominations. Ministers conduct services five mornings a week. Most of the women attend Sunday services at the church with which they are affiliated.
Members of the board of managers visit residents of the home regularly. Mrs. Oliver H. Buck is chairman of visitors. Mrs. Charles R. Wilson, a past president and member of the board of managers for 45 years, knows every woman in the home. Mrs. Elizabeth Davis has lived in the Bristol Home for 26 years.
Officers: Mrs. William C. Warren Jr is president of the board of directors, vice presidents are Mrs. William C. Davies and Mrs. Theodore L. Richmond. Mrs. Norman H. Drosendahl is treasurer, assisted by Mrs. Richard H. Means and Mrs. George J. Grammer. Mrs. John D. Stewart is recording secretary and Mrs. William H. Harder corresponding secretary.
BUFFALO COURIER EXPRESS
FRIDAY, OCT. 8, 1965 PAGE 13
You're Only As Old As You Feel: Who's old? What's that about growing old? It's a dismal, lonely and dull life. Take care! There are several so-called old folks who will take issue on the question. They will tell you there is no such thing as growing old if you have a sense of humor, a little spunk, and an interest in many things. Take for instance, Mrs. Eleanor Fox, who has graced this planet for 86 years, or Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, who is 91, or Mrs. Mary Horan or Miss Isabel Rutherford, all residents of the Bristol Home in Main Street. They spent some delightful moments Thursday afternoon teasing this reporter by processing exceptional skill at the frug, the frog and the watusi.They and other residents of the home were welcoming guests to the home's annual Gift Day. Many of them had contributed items to be sold from the residents' table – red felt Santa Clauses, hand-knitted pigs, crocheted place mats, aprons. Mrs. Etta Davis donated a patchwork quilt to the nookery. Another handsome and colorful cotton quilt, made by members of the staff, also was displayed in the nookery. Not So Young: Mrs. Virginia Toomey, executive director of the home, noted that applicants aren't so "young" anymore. The Home won't accept anyone under 60, but applicants nowdays are mostly in their 80's. Mrs. Suzannah Burnette, who at 93 is the oldest resident of the home, has been there only since March. Residents lead an active life. They furnish their private rooms as they wish. Meals are served family style in a large dining room that once served as a dance floor when the building was a tavern. Devotions: Entertainment includes television, musicals, even talks on current affairs. Ministers of various faiths lead morning devotions. Mrs. Eleanor Hylkema, who leads a staff of seven in the home's infirmary, employed her talent for flower arranging in preparing several for Thursday's sale in the Green Thumb Booth. Before the noonday lunch bell sounded, the supply table, where visitors left their gifts, boasted ten 25 pound sacks of flour, a carton of light bulbs, boxes of soaps, jams, jellies and other household items. Mrs. Henry Vidal was chairman of the supply table and Mrs. Harold D. Cowan was co-chairman. Chairman for the day was Mrs. Charles H. Walker, assisted by Mrs. Oliver H. Buck. Mrs. James A. Purdy is president of the home board.
Mrs. Davis was the widow of Earl S. Davis. She died at her late residence, the Bristol Home. She was 95 years of age. She was the daughter of Charles Riter and Johanna M. Galle.
Mrs. Davis had been a resident of The Home for the Friendless since 1948 (now known as The Bristol Home), at 1500 Main Street, Buffalo, New York. She entered the Home in 1938.
In the 1940 Census she was listed as a widow, 65 years of age.
THE COURIER
BROOKFIELD NY
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1941
PAGE 5
Friends of Mrs. Earl Davis, formerly of Brookfield, are sorry to hear that on Christmas Eve she fell from the steps of her present home, 1500 Main Street, Buffalo, and broke her right arm. The arm is in a cast at present and gives Mrs. Davis quite a bit of pain.
BUFFALO COURIER EXPRESS SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 1964 PAGE 14-D
Photo: Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Buck, Mrs. Wilson: Home Officials Admire Handicraft (patchwork quilt).
Our Cultural Heritage: Bristol Home is a Haven For Women: The Bristol Home has been providing security and comfort for women for 96 years. It occupied its present location at 1500 Main Street in 1886. Then, beyond the city line, the home was supplied with milk and eggs from a cow and chickens kept on its premises.
Today, only women past 60 are received into the home and they must enter with the intention of becoming permanent residents. Before 1900 any woman in distress could live there temporarily and could bring her children with her.
Early Rule: An early rule stated "Inmates with young children will not be permitted to leave them with other inmates."
It was nearly a century ago that Edward Bristol, businessman who became a Presbyterian minister, suggested the establishment of a home for "women who wish to lead a correct life". Long known as the Home for the Friendless, the home's name was changed to honor Mr. Bristol in 1957. His granddaughter, Mrs. George Riexinger, lives in Gallatin Avenue, Buffalo.
Never in Debt: During the first years, women in temporary need outnumbered aged, permanent residents. That accounts for such early rules as "Profane or improper language will be considered sufficient cause for expulsion from the home."
The home has never been in debt. When the founders met for the first time in May 1867, at the home of Mr. And Mrs. Francis H. Foot, they decided to raise a fund for the building. Mrs. O.G. Steele and Mrs. Maria M. Welch headed the project. The first home at 7th and Maryland was opened February 24, 1868. It was occupied by 26 women during the first year.
Early Leaders: Mrs. Noah Gardner, president of the original board of managers, was succeeded by Mrs. Oliver G. Steele. Mrs. F.H. Root was the third president. Today, the home is administered by a corporate board of managers that may number from 71 to 100, and by a board of 15 directors.
Both boards are composed of women, but the home benefits from the qualified advice of men in matters of law, real estate and finances. Pascal P. Pratt headed the real estate committee that chose the present site. He was assisted by E.L. Hedstrom and George Gorham.
Quaint Rules: Quaint indeed are some of the early rules: Supper shall be served before candlelight. It is the matron's duty to go through the house and see that all unnecessary fires and lights are extinguished before 10 o'clock. A resident must put her apparel in order, change her clothes and take a bath when requested by the matron.
Other projects: Back in the 1870's the board of managers renovated and reopened the womens ward of the then debt-ridden Buffalo General Hospital. The same board established Ingleside Home for the care of the unwed mothers who sought help.
Since 1875 the home has held an annual gift day on which donations of money, food and clothing are received. Other support is derived from private contributions, bequests and payments by residents. For some time, the home received an annual gift from the proceeds of the Old Settlers' Festival, a picturesque yearly event held in St. James Hall.
Additions: One of the largest individual donors was the late William I. Mills who who gave the home a two story wing with 18 bedrooms and several baths. Other additions have been constructed since the acquisition of the original building in Main near West Ferry.
The spacious tract of land on which the home stands still has broad lawns and a rose garden with more than a hundred species of blooms. The flower garden is colorful from early spring until frost.
More than 40 women enjoy the comfort of the Bristol Home today. A party brightens every holiday and birthdays are gay with gifts. Friends and relatives are welcome visitors.
Free to Go: Members of the "family", as the residents are called, are permitted to leave for hours or days. They are required only to leave word where they are going and when they will return.
Frequent entertainment at the home includes concerts by professional musicians, motion pictures and a variety of shows.
From the start the home has been aided by Protestant churches of different denominations. Ministers conduct services five mornings a week. Most of the women attend Sunday services at the church with which they are affiliated.
Members of the board of managers visit residents of the home regularly. Mrs. Oliver H. Buck is chairman of visitors. Mrs. Charles R. Wilson, a past president and member of the board of managers for 45 years, knows every woman in the home. Mrs. Elizabeth Davis has lived in the Bristol Home for 26 years.
Officers: Mrs. William C. Warren Jr is president of the board of directors, vice presidents are Mrs. William C. Davies and Mrs. Theodore L. Richmond. Mrs. Norman H. Drosendahl is treasurer, assisted by Mrs. Richard H. Means and Mrs. George J. Grammer. Mrs. John D. Stewart is recording secretary and Mrs. William H. Harder corresponding secretary.
BUFFALO COURIER EXPRESS
FRIDAY, OCT. 8, 1965 PAGE 13
You're Only As Old As You Feel: Who's old? What's that about growing old? It's a dismal, lonely and dull life. Take care! There are several so-called old folks who will take issue on the question. They will tell you there is no such thing as growing old if you have a sense of humor, a little spunk, and an interest in many things. Take for instance, Mrs. Eleanor Fox, who has graced this planet for 86 years, or Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, who is 91, or Mrs. Mary Horan or Miss Isabel Rutherford, all residents of the Bristol Home in Main Street. They spent some delightful moments Thursday afternoon teasing this reporter by processing exceptional skill at the frug, the frog and the watusi.They and other residents of the home were welcoming guests to the home's annual Gift Day. Many of them had contributed items to be sold from the residents' table – red felt Santa Clauses, hand-knitted pigs, crocheted place mats, aprons. Mrs. Etta Davis donated a patchwork quilt to the nookery. Another handsome and colorful cotton quilt, made by members of the staff, also was displayed in the nookery. Not So Young: Mrs. Virginia Toomey, executive director of the home, noted that applicants aren't so "young" anymore. The Home won't accept anyone under 60, but applicants nowdays are mostly in their 80's. Mrs. Suzannah Burnette, who at 93 is the oldest resident of the home, has been there only since March. Residents lead an active life. They furnish their private rooms as they wish. Meals are served family style in a large dining room that once served as a dance floor when the building was a tavern. Devotions: Entertainment includes television, musicals, even talks on current affairs. Ministers of various faiths lead morning devotions. Mrs. Eleanor Hylkema, who leads a staff of seven in the home's infirmary, employed her talent for flower arranging in preparing several for Thursday's sale in the Green Thumb Booth. Before the noonday lunch bell sounded, the supply table, where visitors left their gifts, boasted ten 25 pound sacks of flour, a carton of light bulbs, boxes of soaps, jams, jellies and other household items. Mrs. Henry Vidal was chairman of the supply table and Mrs. Harold D. Cowan was co-chairman. Chairman for the day was Mrs. Charles H. Walker, assisted by Mrs. Oliver H. Buck. Mrs. James A. Purdy is president of the home board.
Mrs. Davis was the widow of Earl S. Davis. She died at her late residence, the Bristol Home. She was 95 years of age. She was the daughter of Charles Riter and Johanna M. Galle.
In the 1940 Census she was listed as a widow, 65 years of age.
THE COURIER
BROOKFIELD NY
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1941
PAGE 5
Friends of Mrs. Earl Davis, formerly of Brookfield, are sorry to hear that on Christmas Eve she fell from the steps of her present home, 1500 Main Street, Buffalo, and broke her right arm. The arm is in a cast at present and gives Mrs. Davis quite a bit of pain.
BUFFALO COURIER EXPRESS SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 1964 PAGE 14-D
Photo: Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Buck, Mrs. Wilson: Home Officials Admire Handicraft (patchwork quilt).
Our Cultural Heritage: Bristol Home is a Haven For Women: The Bristol Home has been providing security and comfort for women for 96 years. It occupied its present location at 1500 Main Street in 1886. Then, beyond the city line, the home was supplied with milk and eggs from a cow and chickens kept on its premises.
Today, only women past 60 are received into the home and they must enter with the intention of becoming permanent residents. Before 1900 any woman in distress could live there temporarily and could bring her children with her.
Early Rule: An early rule stated "Inmates with young children will not be permitted to leave them with other inmates."
It was nearly a century ago that Edward Bristol, businessman who became a Presbyterian minister, suggested the establishment of a home for "women who wish to lead a correct life". Long known as the Home for the Friendless, the home's name was changed to honor Mr. Bristol in 1957. His granddaughter, Mrs. George Riexinger, lives in Gallatin Avenue, Buffalo.
Never in Debt: During the first years, women in temporary need outnumbered aged, permanent residents. That accounts for such early rules as "Profane or improper language will be considered sufficient cause for expulsion from the home."
The home has never been in debt. When the founders met for the first time in May 1867, at the home of Mr. And Mrs. Francis H. Foot, they decided to raise a fund for the building. Mrs. O.G. Steele and Mrs. Maria M. Welch headed the project. The first home at 7th and Maryland was opened February 24, 1868. It was occupied by 26 women during the first year.
Early Leaders: Mrs. Noah Gardner, president of the original board of managers, was succeeded by Mrs. Oliver G. Steele. Mrs. F.H. Root was the third president. Today, the home is administered by a corporate board of managers that may number from 71 to 100, and by a board of 15 directors.
Both boards are composed of women, but the home benefits from the qualified advice of men in matters of law, real estate and finances. Pascal P. Pratt headed the real estate committee that chose the present site. He was assisted by E.L. Hedstrom and George Gorham.
Quaint Rules: Quaint indeed are some of the early rules: Supper shall be served before candlelight. It is the matron's duty to go through the house and see that all unnecessary fires and lights are extinguished before 10 o'clock. A resident must put her apparel in order, change her clothes and take a bath when requested by the matron.
Other projects: Back in the 1870's the board of managers renovated and reopened the womens ward of the then debt-ridden Buffalo General Hospital. The same board established Ingleside Home for the care of the unwed mothers who sought help.
Since 1875 the home has held an annual gift day on which donations of money, food and clothing are received. Other support is derived from private contributions, bequests and payments by residents. For some time, the home received an annual gift from the proceeds of the Old Settlers' Festival, a picturesque yearly event held in St. James Hall.
Additions: One of the largest individual donors was the late William I. Mills who who gave the home a two story wing with 18 bedrooms and several baths. Other additions have been constructed since the acquisition of the original building in Main near West Ferry.
The spacious tract of land on which the home stands still has broad lawns and a rose garden with more than a hundred species of blooms. The flower garden is colorful from early spring until frost.
More than 40 women enjoy the comfort of the Bristol Home today. A party brightens every holiday and birthdays are gay with gifts. Friends and relatives are welcome visitors.
Free to Go: Members of the "family", as the residents are called, are permitted to leave for hours or days. They are required only to leave word where they are going and when they will return.
Frequent entertainment at the home includes concerts by professional musicians, motion pictures and a variety of shows.
From the start the home has been aided by Protestant churches of different denominations. Ministers conduct services five mornings a week. Most of the women attend Sunday services at the church with which they are affiliated.
Members of the board of managers visit residents of the home regularly. Mrs. Oliver H. Buck is chairman of visitors. Mrs. Charles R. Wilson, a past president and member of the board of managers for 45 years, knows every woman in the home. Mrs. Elizabeth Davis has lived in the Bristol Home for 26 years.
Officers: Mrs. William C. Warren Jr is president of the board of directors, vice presidents are Mrs. William C. Davies and Mrs. Theodore L. Richmond. Mrs. Norman H. Drosendahl is treasurer, assisted by Mrs. Richard H. Means and Mrs. George J. Grammer. Mrs. John D. Stewart is recording secretary and Mrs. William H. Harder corresponding secretary.
BUFFALO COURIER EXPRESS
FRIDAY, OCT. 8, 1965 PAGE 13
You're Only As Old As You Feel: Who's old? What's that about growing old? It's a dismal, lonely and dull life. Take care! There are several so-called old folks who will take issue on the question. They will tell you there is no such thing as growing old if you have a sense of humor, a little spunk, and an interest in many things. Take for instance, Mrs. Eleanor Fox, who has graced this planet for 86 years, or Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, who is 91, or Mrs. Mary Horan or Miss Isabel Rutherford, all residents of the Bristol Home in Main Street. They spent some delightful moments Thursday afternoon teasing this reporter by processing exceptional skill at the frug, the frog and the watusi.They and other residents of the home were welcoming guests to the home's annual Gift Day. Many of them had contributed items to be sold from the residents' table – red felt Santa Clauses, hand-knitted pigs, crocheted place mats, aprons. Mrs. Etta Davis donated a patchwork quilt to the nookery. Another handsome and colorful cotton quilt, made by members of the staff, also was displayed in the nookery. Not So Young: Mrs. Virginia Toomey, executive director of the home, noted that applicants aren't so "young" anymore. The Home won't accept anyone under 60, but applicants nowdays are mostly in their 80's. Mrs. Suzannah Burnette, who at 93 is the oldest resident of the home, has been there only since March. Residents lead an active life. They furnish their private rooms as they wish. Meals are served family style in a large dining room that once served as a dance floor when the building was a tavern. Devotions: Entertainment includes television, musicals, even talks on current affairs. Ministers of various faiths lead morning devotions. Mrs. Eleanor Hylkema, who leads a staff of seven in the home's infirmary, employed her talent for flower arranging in preparing several for Thursday's sale in the Green Thumb Booth. Before the noonday lunch bell sounded, the supply table, where visitors left their gifts, boasted ten 25 pound sacks of flour, a carton of light bulbs, boxes of soaps, jams, jellies and other household items. Mrs. Henry Vidal was chairman of the supply table and Mrs. Harold D. Cowan was co-chairman. Chairman for the day was Mrs. Charles H. Walker, assisted by Mrs. Oliver H. Buck. Mrs. James A. Purdy is president of the home board.
Mrs. Davis was the widow of Earl S. Davis. She died at her late residence, the Bristol Home. She was 95 years of age. She was the daughter of Charles Riter and Johanna M. Galle.
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