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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1926
Page
2
The National Editorial Association urges government to abandon commercial printing activities arguing state backed printing undercuts private firms and burdens taxpayers. The piece contends government envelopes paper and other stock can be sold more cheaply than private printers and calls for policy change to preserve free competition.
The piece notes that although national taxes and debts fell by hundreds of millions, state expenses and debts rose by similar amounts. It blames Tammany style machine politics and spoils politics for high state costs, arguing progressive leaders push businesslike methods to curb privilege.
Bristol Aerie No 953 Fraternal Order of Eagles meets Monday at 8 PM in Eagles Hall. Worthy President A Duquette will present renewing activities for Rhode Island State Aerie Convention to be held July 17 and 18 in Providence. A banquet is planned for July at 7 PM. A nominating committee may be appointed at this meeting.
Birth announced for a daughter on April 4 to Mr and Mrs Thomas J Malone. Bristol Yacht Club holds spring meeting April 20 to plan the summer season. Various town updates include council endorsement of Mount Hope toll badge act, church services at Home for Aged Women, and notes on local shop arrivals and incidents.
Col Merton A Cheesman was re elected Colonel of the Bristol Train of Artillery at its 151st annual meeting in the State street armory. Plans include a Philadelphia Flag Day participation on June 12 13 714 and Sesqui Centennial events with field pieces from the Revolutionary War. About 25 officers plan to join the trip and a later move. Officers elected include Lieut Col Edwin S Godfrey Major Fred M Straight Captain Charles W McGinn First Lieut Fred Coggeshall Second Lieut John Treat, with staff appointments for Adjutant Captain G Ke Fish Quartermaster Lt William Le Page Paymaster Lt Fred Suzman and others. A Surgeon and Inspector of Rifle Practice to be named later.
Olympia The Red Kimono produced by Mrs Wallace Reid and starring Priscilla Bonner and Adda Rogers Sto Johns will appear at the Olympia Theatre next Monday and Tuesday. The film, drawn from a true human drama, centers on a woman’s regeneration and avoids morbid or risque content, with Mrs Read delivering a powerful, heartfelt portrayal.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Too Miulonme announce the birth of a daughter in this town. Granddaughter to Meroo and Mrs Antomoa Vo Gaonsaives.
Carl Laemmie presents The Phantom of the Opera, featuring Lon Chaney and Mary Philbin. The drama promises mystery, spectacle, and the grand Paris Opera setting with the masked ball and opera production photographed in full color.
The Bristol MCA Board of Managers met Tuesday evening and approved allocations of 50 for State and 25 for National work this year. They set a 200 goal for foreign-country work and formed committees including Nominating and Budget. The annual meeting is set for May 10 at Henry Wood’s home at 8 PM with Winthrop De Wolf presiding and members B Rockwell Jr George S Pailthorpe Henry Wood George F O Marshall Baynton and Colin T Holm present.
State board action issued by Chairman Abram L Atwood directing public works decisions. The record notes the authority exercised by the Rhode Island board in roadway matters.
A brief notice indicates a council gathering at Long House tomorrow morning. Attendees include Tiwa and Riana Kilibdl with emphasis on attendance and planning for the upcoming event.
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