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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1940

Page

3

Celebration marks completion of Brown University Hall interior

A ceremony Saturday May 4 at 11 a m on the Middle Campus marks the completion of the interior Colonial construction of University Hall at Brown University the college edifice built in 1770. Governor Valnerbilt Dean Winston and Ambassador Frere will attend with Vice President Adams as celebration chairman and Mrs DeWolf leading the building committee. Architects from Williamsburg Virginia have recreated 18th century interiors for the 200000 project creating Brown’s administrative headquarters with period drawing room decor.

University Hall Brown University Baypragan Wit Eat Valnerbilt Dean Roident Winston Aid le Coit Doynel de Saint Quentinge Frere Frenchi Snes Re Adams Mre DeWolf Cdsamnittee NaSatt Hiotalso

Wedding of Gablinske and Munro in candlelight ceremony

Miss Roberta Witkinson Munro and Herman F. Gablinske wed in a candlelit home ceremony officiated by Rev Anthony R. Parshley. The Bristol couple, both St Michael's parishioners, live at 34 Central Street after a reception and trip to Washington, DC.

Roberta Witkinson Munro Harry W Munro Church Street Herman F. Gablinske Mount Hope Avenue Anthony R. Parshley St Michael's Church Irvin McCaughey Stamford Conn

Pickett Sousa Tie Wedding in Brockton at St Patrick's Church

Miss Agnes Elizabeth Sousa daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Sousa of 42 Franklin Street and Charles M Pickett son of Mr and Mrs Nicholas Pickett of 83 High Street Brockton were married Saturday morning at St Patrick's Church Brockton Attendants were Mr and Mrs Rita Crocker Guests came from this town and Brockton A wedding breakfast followed in Easton Mass The bride a Bristol native attended local schools and worked in Brockton The groom born in Brockton is a foreman at Barber Mills They will reside in Brockton after a bridal trip to New York

Agnes Elizabeth Sousa Frank Sousa Franklin Street Charles M. Pickett Nicholas Pickett High Street Brockton St. Patrick’s Church Rita Crocker Easton Mass Bristol Mr. Pickett New York

Conti and Tarascio couple wed at Our Lady of Mt Carmel

Miss Mary Tarascio daughter of Mr and Mrs Rosario Tarascio 426 High street married Diagio Conti son of Mr and Mrs Silveria Conti 683 Middle Highway Barrington at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church Rev Joseph Sorzano officiated. The bride wore white satin with lilies of the valley bouquet. George Ruggiero best man and Bristol sister as matron of honor. A Barrington Town Hall reception followed. The couple plan to live at 683 Middle Highway Barrington after a trip to New York and Philadelphia.

Mary Tarascio Rosario Tarascio High Street Diagio Conti Silveria Conti Middle Highway Barrington Our Lady of Mt Carmel Joseph Sorzano George Ruggiero Bristol Barrington Town Hall Tarascio New York Philadelphia Conti

Miss Helen Costa Weds Joseph Silva in St Elizabeth’s Church

Miss Helen Theresa Costa daughter of Mr and Mrs Enos Costa 155 Franklin Street married Joseph King Silva son of Mr and Mrs John Silva 9 Fenmore Street East Providence. Rev Henrique Rocha officiated with Mr and Mrs Manuel Vierra in attendance. The couple plans to reside at 16 Thompson Avenue Bristol after a wedding breakfast and reception at the bride’s home.

Helen Theresa Costa Enos Costa Franklin Street Joseph King Silva John Silva Fenmore Street East Providence St. Elizabeth's Church Henrique Rocha Manuel Vierra New York Washington, D. C Silva Thompson Avenue Bristol

Obituary of Rev Nelson Kellogg Passes in Portsmouth

Rev Nelson Kellogg longtime Trinity Church rector in this town died Sunday in Portsmouth New Hampshire after a prolonged illness He was born in Plattsburg New York in 1881 and was educated at the University of Vermont and General Theological Seminary He served in Philadelphia Poultney Brattleboro Portsmouth Worcester and Providence before retiring in 1937 He is survived by three sisters and seven brothers and was remembered for his ability to form lasting friendships with men who attended his funeral in Bristol and nearby towns.

Nelson Kellogg Trinity Church Portsmouth N. H Plattsburg Kellogg David Sherwood Elizabeth Stafford (Smith) Kellogg University of Vermont General Theological Seminary New York Nelson Doakie St. Clement’s Church Philadelphia St. John’s Church Poultney St. Michael's Church Brattleboro Cowley St Francis House Cambridge Mass Emmanuel Church Newport Bristol St Matthew's Church Worcester S Stephen's Church Providence Toit Kellége Samuel Kinder Irving M. Porter Vernon A Gras Marx Pratford George S. Pailthorpe E. S Mapes

Jessie B Fish dies in Fall River at 77

Mrs Jessie B Elliott Fish died Thursday at her home 188 Maple Street Fall River. She was born February 22 1864 in Lower Onslow Nova Scotia and lived in Fall River 40 years. She is survived by her daughter Miss Lillian M Fish of Fall River. She was buried yesterday in the North Cemetery family lot.

Jessie B (Elliott) Fish Maple Street Fall River Fish Frank S. Fish Lower Onslow Nova Scotia Lillian M Fish

Girl Scout Program Outlined In Report

The 1939 national report The Girl Scout and Her World details how over 573 thousand members across 5,683 communities pursue citizenship, leadership, and community service. It highlights projects from Bristol to Columbia PA, including conservation efforts, garden projects, model homes, and intercultural activities for Brownies and Seniors.

United States Girl Scout Bristol Columbia Girl Girl Scouts Girl Scout National Organization

Girl Scout Troop Joint Meeting Announced

Mariner Ship, Segis and Col umbine Golden Red and Marigold troops plan a joint meeting Wednesday at 7 30 PM at the Girl Scout House. A second joint session for all four troops Thursday at 3 30 PM will review Camp Hoffman films. The Bristol Council meets Friday at 2 PM at the House for its regular monthly session.

Mariner Ship Segis Girl Scout House Columbine Golden Red Marigold Girl Scout Hoffman Bristol Girl Scout Council

Quotes on Education and Liberty From Notable Thinkers

A compact collection of remarks on education and character from Herbert Spencer Horace Mary Baker Eddy Thomas Jefferson and Lord Brougham. The statements emphasize that education builds inner worth discipline brightens the mind and leads to liberty and practical wisdom.

Mary Baker Eddy

Additional Names In Cancer Control Drive

A list of contributors and supporters for a cancer control drive includes Mr and Mrs Edward D Kunz Mr and Mrs R F Haffenreffer Miss Helen A Condon Mr and Mrs J A McKenna Mrs Mars B Sanford Mrs Enoch Marsden Mr and Mrs Wallace I Mossap Mrs Clara Gladue Miss Bridget Nastri Mrs Elizabeth Carreira Mr and Mrs Maynard Lawrence Mr and Mrs Frederick A Cornell Mrs Emanuel Iacoletti and many others. The names span individuals couples and civic groups such as The Ivy Guild and various residents, indicating broad local involvement.

Edward D Kunz R. F Haffenreffer Fred Williams Ivy Guild Charles T Heilborn Charles Otten, Jr Fred Bartlett C. W Haffenreffer William L. Serbst Joseph I. King Helen A Condon John J Condon William Burke A. H Bense George H Baldwin Wirs Aram J Pothier Lidia Gagnon Lodina Gagnon J A. McKenna John McKenna Mars B Sanford Henry Wood A R. Dixon Mabel Dunbar Franklin Street Mass Gertrude E Guiter Fred G Blaisdell Edward P Church Wesley Armstrong Arthur H Carr Arthur Arthur M McCaw William McShand Mass Tasha Farrington Eo McIntyre Horace Miller John R Magee Enoch Marsden Wallace I. Mossap Frank Camera Rockwell WC Johnson John Palmer W Bair Harr Allen J Howell Fred Atkinson Herman Gabhnaske Harner Joseph Provost Fdgar Yergeau Clara Gladue Bridget Nastri Emily Middleton Elizabeth Carreira Herbert Ro Newman Mursel T Ashton Willis Goodspeed Charles W Young Joseph McCann Margaret Brown Edward Cunningham

Silvia Waives District Court Hearing on Robbery Charge

Francis P. Silvia Jr of Warren waived examination yesterday on a charge of attempted robbery. Bail set at 200 dollars. He was bound over to the grand jury after being adjudged probably guilty by Judge William T. O Donnell. Police say Silvia and Oliver Moran were involved in the February attempted robbery of John Xavier. Moran faced manslaughter charges after evidence showed a blow to Xavier led to death. Silvia testified that the original plan was to rob Xavier.

Francis P. Silvia, Jr Market Street Warren Superior Court Providence Oliver Moran Fifth District Court William T. O'Donnell Silvia Moran John Xavier Xavier

Rebecca at Selznick presents Olivier Fontaine romance

Pastime notes describe the film Rebecca at Selznick International starring Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine. The drama unfolds in a towered mansion where love clashes with a dangerous shadow as two lovers confront looming secrets. May 1 and 2 showings.

Manderley Selznick International Presents Rebecca Laurence Olivier Joan Fontaine

Coming Events Listings for Bristol May June

A series of charity events and socials announced for Bristol. Rummage sales at St Michaels parish hall and Pauls Store, First Congregational Church. Annual balls hosted by Bristol Fire Department Portguese American Civic League and Bristol Colt Alumni at the New Bristol Casino. Notable dances include the 40th anniversary dinner dance and charity balls, plus a Boy Scouts circus and Drum and Bugle Contest at Guiteras Field.

Fiona Sof I New Bristol Casino Tlower First Congregational Church Pauls Store State Thames Street Bristol Fire Department Bristol Bristol County Teas Club Civic League of New Bristol Casino Boy Scouts Bristol County District Box Scouts of America Guiteras Field Bristol Colt

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BPN Ronsteonen Brown Ata Eas University Haay Henry M. Wriston America Gablinske Munro Buell N. Buckingham William Reilly Central Street Colt Memorial High School New England Telephone and Telegraph Company Warren Chapter Daughters Bosworth Barrington, R. L Jessie Herbert Spencer Horace Thomas Jefferson Lord Brougham M. Alves Metacom Avenue Tel Frida St. Michaels Parish Hall St Andrews Club Doric Club Fonday Socialites Women's Club Metacom Grain CO Bradford Street Lla Millard Hope Street Joseph G. A. Riccio DeWolf Ave Newman Bros Crisco S. S. Pierce Royal Anne Wards Patterson’s Gruyere
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