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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1929
Page
3
Eight to fourteen room properties offered with baths, steam heat, electricity, gas and town water. Lots range from 40x80 to 60x95 feet with garages and several parcels. prices span 3500 to 10000 dollars. Prime locations include Constitution Street and Bristol Terrace with corner lots and multiple parcels to sell together.
The 153d annual meeting of the Bristol Train of Artillery was held last evening in the armory on State street with a large attendance. Officers reported a strong financial status and 155 personnel on the rolls. New uniforms were ordered for the military band, which will perform May 2 and 3 at the Colonial cabaret in the General School auditorium.
The Ever Ready Engine Co bowling team defeated the Dimonds All Stars in a Tuesday evening match. Ever Readys totaled 1800 with Arthur Gladue posting 325 and 310. Dimond’s Frank Moe led the All Stars with 327 and Pred Gladur added 323. Second and third strings showed close scores, 326 apiece.
At a Hydraulion Engine and Hose Co meeting, members voted to return the hand engine Defender to the East Wesmouth Veterans Firemen Association, citing waning interest in hand engine musters and poor crew availability. The Defender, a noted muster engine, last mustered in 1927 with historic records and prizes, and its departure signals reduced participation in New England musters.
Several hundred attendees enjoyed The Last Day at Centre Ridge School presented Tuesday evening by Mrs Guy A Sullivan. The Mount Hope Orchestra performed as cast members including Miss Jobhela Plant and Mrs Marguerite Wall with students and teachers in Shakespearean roles.
Rev Anthonys Robert Parshles and Mrs Parshles arrived today to serve as rector of St Michaels Church. He previously led St Pauls Church of Lancaster NH since December 23 1923 for over five years. Parshles was active in community development and betterment efforts. The couple will reside in the renovated rectory on Church Street.
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