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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1932
Page
2
The piece urges citizens to watch national tax policy and urging cutting government expenditures to balance income. It likens U.S. efforts to England's belt tightening, calling for scrutiny of Congress and vigilance by taxpayers. It emphasizes reducing unnecessary functions and maintaining a balanced treasury.
Two carloads of flour are allotted to Bristol by the American Red Cross for needy distribution, with deductions from food orders. Director Philip Sansone opposed giving it away, arguing road orders are already strained. other directors supported the plan.
The Evening News reports that a European scientist once believed to be pivotal in ape research has new findings. Parties express cautious approval as the science challenges prior assumptions.
Cumberland High defeats Bristol 7 to 3 in a conference Class B game on Friday afternoon. Dickey a visiting pitcher fanned 16 with two long hits in three trips. Lemaire pitched well for Bristol, striking out 10 and allowing 5 hits. Bruno led Bristol with three hits in four at bats as Cumberland built a lead with three runs in the third and singles in the others. Attendance 400.
Local councilman J F Wyte yesterday secured the office of surveyor of highways which carries no remuneration. A busy community page lists church society events, visits, dances, lectures, and social gatherings across Bristol and Providence with names of locations and individuals attending.
A fragmentary local note mentions Eben known for blunt talk and a speed on the Savin. Also references Woostoeu and Tom Star in a brief maritime or rural context. The readable text hints at character sketches and village dialogue rather than a full event.
Robert Dudley Andrews a native of this town died at his home in New York after a brief pneumonia illness. Born April 23 1858 he organized a school savings system in Providence and later led Metropolitan Savings Bank of New York becoming president ten years before his death. Funeral services set for Wednesday at 230 PM from his Hope and State streets residence with Rev A R Parshley officiating. Burial in Juniper Hill Cemetery this town.
Dr Alfred M Merriman was elected president of the Men’s Union of the First Congregational Church to succeed F Reginald Diamond. Glen Smith was named vice president and A H Bense was re elected secretary and treasurer. Retiring officers reported progress and received thanks as the group adjourned until September.
Robert Dudley Andrews died in New York after reaching his 74th year. Funeral services are scheduled tomorrow afternoon from his late residence.
All members of Edgehill Temple No 3 Pythian Sisters are invited to a reception tonight at the G A R Hall honoring Grand Chancellor Paul A Herzig hosted by Burnside Lodge No 34 K of P.
Organization of teams and captains for the Catholic charity fund drive has been organized by two local churches. The drive runs May 9 through May 19 with St. Mary's and Our Lady of Mt Carmel as parish chairs.
The third class of the Bristol county district handicraft course for leaders was held last evening in the Scout building with leathercraft and tin candraft taught by George Horton Merrit Seymour Lawrence S Ashton and District Commissioner George R Fish. Troop 3 will skip its weekly meeting this evening while patrols meet during the week. Bristol County District Advisors Committee and leaders session is rescheduled. Court of Honor and Board of Awards meet Wednesday evening in the Scout Building. the Bugle and Drum Band meets at 6 15 pm Wednesday at BTA Armory for business and practice. Frank Ruggiero of Troop 4 is added to the Awashonks Herd POWOS candidate list for the Spring Ceremonial next Saturday evening.
Sixty nine residents were drawn as jurors by the Town Council at a special Friday meeting in the Burnside Memorial Building. The council also canvassed the voting list ahead of tonight’s financial town meeting.
The May 1 broadcast from atop the New Amsterdam Theatre kicks off National Music Week to aid unemployed musicians. Walter Damrosch will conduct the National Symphony Orchestra. Soloists include Lily Pons Ernestine Schumann-Heink Grace Moore and Beniamino Gigli among others. Gerard Swope and prominent women committees promote $10 seats.
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