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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1931

Page

1

Continental Congress Opens for D A R in Washington

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution prepares to open sessions in Washington on Monday April 20. Mrs William L Manchester National Vice President General leaves to join national officers and committees. Miss Coral Hill Regent of Bristol Chapter sails to attend as Bristol representative. Mrs George T Greene elected Bristol delegate cannot attend. Mrs Harriet M F Dixon may attend as Bristol alternate.

Continental Congress National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution Washington D. C William L. Manchester D .R National Society Coral Hill Bristol George T Greene Warren Harriet M F Dixon

Character Building Through Family Worship Sermon

The Rev Herbert D Graetz will preach at 10:30 AM at the First Congregational Church on the importance of family worship for character building. The Men's Class plans to draft ten commandments for modern life during Sunday session at noon, drawing interest for families and personal development.

Herbert

American Legion Meeting in Kearney Appoints Committees

At the Kearney Post No 6 American Legion meeting in G A R Hall last night Senior Vice Commander W E Flanagan led committees named for Memorial Day Graves Registration and support for the junior baseball team. The group planned to attend District No 2 convention in Providence on April 28 and a reception for Department Commander Charles Woolley at Edgewood Yacht Club on April 29. A minstrel show was discussed and members joined the Auxiliars in a whist party after the meeting. The next post meeting is Friday May 1 in AR Hall.

Kearney Post American Legion R_ Hall W E Flanagan Edward M Kavanagh Samuel 4J Smith William N LePage B W Wall II Fast Providence Charles Woolley Edgewood Yacht Club James T Pierce George Ak Fish W F Flanagan Auxthars May Istin A R Hall

Illustrated Lecture on Passion Play by Rex Grattz

The second of two lectures on the Passion Play will be given by Rex Grattz in the DeWolf Memorial Chapel Sunday at 7 30 PM. The illustrated lecture uses scenes from the 1930 play and an English translation of the text. Grattz saw the play last August.

Rex Herbert J) Grattz DeWolf Memorial Gsraetz

PARENTS TEACHERS MEETING DISCUSSES SUMMER PROGRAMS

The Colt High School PTA held a well attended meeting led by President Mrs Gen E Smith. The group outlined a summer round up campaign for preschool exams and demonstrated classroom work from Oliver Burton Hayman and other schools. An officer election was announced for May.

A Parent-Teachers’ Association Colt High School Gen E. Smith Oliver Burton Hayman Miss Spooner Gladys Beavis Burton Robert Newbold Oliver Katherine Lavander Burton Charles Burns Oliver Madeline Koch Hayman Margant Morrissey Hazel Nettleton Miver Veronicea Trainor O'ner Margaret Morrissey Oliver White Oliver Shadow Newbold Oliver Burns Oliver Threeupods Oweth Toute Onartarca Bangland Cares Tal Wests

Pawtucket Attorney Addresses Rotary Club Meeting

Pawtucket attorney Thomas Po Corcoran told Rotarians that personal contacts at meetings are valuable because members in diverse fields can share knowledge. He described two international efforts in Ireland and South America where Rotary helped clear misunderstandings and predicted Rotary will aid international relations as racial and national differences persist.

Rotary Thomas Po Corcoran Pawtucket South Ameria

Registration and Attendance in March Schools

The report by Supt FOS Mapes details the March attendance and registration statistics for all public schools. It was presented to the School Committee at its Monday evening meeting.

Supt Fos Mapes

Operetta a Great Success in Bristol Charity Show

The town enjoyed The Chimes of Normandy at Ginteras Auditorium for the Bristol Tram of Artillery benefit. Mrs Theresa Donovan directed a capable cast from Bristol, with Nora O Dwyer and Aida Cannery delivering standout solo work. The 30 voice chorus and fine orchestra enhanced a smooth, well received performance.

Chimes Normandy Ginteras Bristol Artillery Theresa Donovan Nora FO Dwyer Germaine Aida XA Cannery Serpolette Marchioness Miss Dwever Howard Gray East Providence Henri Marquis Francisco Canario Rosworth

Odd Fellowship Anniversary Observed

The U12th anniversary of Odd Fellowship was observed last evening in Odd Fellows Hall with a program of exercises followed by a social period. Members of United Brothers Lodge and Wampanoagan Catohment attended, with Miss Pauline Brelsford giving the welcome, a one act play "A Lady to Call" starring Pauline Brelsford and Lillian Brosseau, songs by Miss Aude res Munro and others, and addresses by Rev George H Toadvin Jr. Refreshments were served by the arrange­ments committee led by Mrs Anne Seymour.

Odd Fellowship Odd Fellows’ Hall United Brothers Lodge Wampanoagan Noble Pauline Brelsford Charles Jo Sartins Jr Anna Saunders Lillian Brosseau Auderes Munro Helen W Herreshory George H Toadvin Mabel Dunbar Jathan Brosseau Maude McGann Gladys Brelsford Hannah Myers Anne Seymour Meta Williston Christine Remieres Rachel Simmons

Bristol Colt Alumni Bridge and Whist Event Planned

The Bristol Colt Alumni Association reports strong advance ticket sales for the second annual bridge and whist event. Miss Margaret Nerone chairs the committee and expects a near capacity turnout at Colt High auditorium on April 24 as subscriptions reach 30 by this morning.

Bristol-Colt Alumni Association Ois Colt High Margaret Nerone

Bristol Hatchet Attack Sender Guilty Five Year Term

Sebastio Correira of 2 Buttonwoods Street was found guilty of assault with a dangerous weapon after an August hatchet attack on Manuel Mello in Bristol. Judge Charles Walsh sentenced Correira to five years in State Prison, noting severe injuries and prior drinking, with Correira waiving appeal.

Bristol Manuel Mello Providence Sebastio Correira Buttonwoods Street Charles 4A Walsh On Petiteurs Correira Correias Michael Pedro Walsh Correiro Mello Buttonwoods — Street

Olyope Club Plans Spring Drama at St Michael’s Parish

Mr and Mrs George F. Marshall head the committee in charge of the arrangements for the Olyope Club meeting at St Michael's parish next Tuesday evening April 21. The club is arranging for the presentation of a drama later in the spring.

George F. Marshall St Michael’s Parish

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