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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1925
Page
2
A Phoenix reader urges frugal governance after a town meeting vote to cut unnecessary items. The letter criticizes two councilors for absence and praises cutting the highway engineer’s salary, calls for auditing highway finances and payroll, and urges decisive action by the council to improve highway management and save funds.
A mix of society announcements and public notices includes illnesses, engagements, census activities, shop promos, and upcoming meetings. Notable items mention Mrs Josephine Gifford engagement announcement, Blue Bird Shop advertisements, and Bristol Chapter DAR delegates heading to Washington for the national convention.
Probate court of Bristol notes two filings dated April 16 1925. First, the estate of Irene Frances Usher asks probate for a will and codicil, with publication ordered for fourteen days in the Bristol Phenix starting soon. Second, Charles W Garvin’s estate requests administrator appointment. notice set for fourteen days in the Bristol Phenix.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and places but lacks clear events. The readable bits indicate personal names and a possible location, with no verifiable action or outcome to summarize into a full news item. Further context is needed to craft a precise headline and summary.
The McGrath family thanks friends for kindness and floral tributes shown during the late farewell. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Advertises SUCCESS SEWING SYSTEM from Box 207 Long Branch NF offering home sewing work with no canvassing. Readers urged to send ten cents for samples and particulars to prevent curiosity seekers.
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