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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1933
Page
2
The Bristol Train of Artillery Band held four Sunday open-air concerts last summer that delighted hundreds, boosted town morale, and drew out-of-town visitors. The paper invites readers to express views on repeating a similar series to foster community spirit.
The public wants beer laws to keep the industry free from politicians and racketeers. Voters condemn Prohibition era abuses and seek reforms to prevent future chaos. They watch legislators closely for who will serve on the new liquor commission.
Italian researchers assert smoking destroys microbes in the teeth and leaves the mouth sterilized for several hours, a claim challenging common health warnings about tobacco use.
In an exclusive Boston Sunday Advertiser interview dated April 9, Mrs Franklin D. Roosevelt calls on American women to use their influence to rehabilitate the nation. She stresses women’s vital role in rebuilding societal strength and moral leadership.
Families express heartfelt thanks to relatives and friends for sympathy expressions and floral tributes during their sorrow. The White family and the late Moses FE Connery's family acknowledge kindnesses shown.
Lost or destroyed Pass Book No 24515 issued by the Industrial Trust Company in its Participation Department. Return to bank. Payment has been stopped and application for issue of duplicate book will be handled as provided by law.
The First Baptist Church held its annual church business meeting in the vestry. World Wide Guild of the same church plans a regular program in the vestry Monday. Bristol Troop 2 and Warren Troop 3 hosted competitive scout work at Warren High. An awards body elevated two scouts to second class. A student from Mount of Atonement College fell ill en route to Newport but recovered. Highway worker Samuel J Smith was named to replace William Rego. Smith is a former chauffeur for Senator Colt. A Rebekah Lodge bingo event, prize winners, and refreshments followed. Whist winners and prizes were announced for Ever Ready Fire Company. Document stamps were sold at the post office. Birth announced for John Corea Jr. at Hope Avenue. Local confectionery advertised. Lenten service in St. John’s Newport. A L A auxiliary meeting scheduled. Bayberry Farm purchased horses from Field Artillery disposals. Eastern Star sale raised funds. a farewell party for Miss Frances Gibson hosted by associates from Outlet Company featured dancing and vocal selections. Colt Memorial High School to hold debate on Manchurian policy with students Eleanor Rae, Vernon Otten, Harold McGuigan versus Alice Brightman, Jose Vidona, Benjamin Hazen.
The Pawtucket Boys' Club presented a lively program at the Netopian Club meeting in the First Congregational Church with eight-year-old Arthur Bolvin a tap dancer from Pawtucket. The event followed a baked beans and brown bread repast served by several club members and volunteers including Mrs Albert Farle and Miss Alice Almy.
Elmer Newton has succeeded Martin Thompson as keeper of the Prudence Island light after Thompson retired from seven years in the post. Newton previously led the street institution at Housefoot and served as Sunday charge at the Lucesays house. Reverend A Lincoln Bear of Barrington Congregational Church gave the meditation at union services last evening hosted by First Baptist First Congregational and State Street M E Church.
Baby ghicks red and white leghorn eggs offered for April and May at ten dollars per hundred. Orders are being booked fast. Place your order at Richfield Poultry EF 77 Mt Hope Ave.
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