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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1926
Page
2
A collage of headlines and snippets from various papers mentions secret encumbrances and family notices, amusing asides, and odd ads. It blends social curiosities with ads and wedding mentions, reflecting a patchwork of early 20th century press.
A stream of visits and travel notes from residents includes Miss Madelyn Koch visiting Boston and Dorchester, Superintendent Hobbs on vacation at Oak Bluffs, family trips to Canada, and numerous local residents visiting relatives in Fall River and Onset. Also noted are plans for a town outing to Newport, a Moose for the Ivy Guild, and community events including a chowder sale and bake sale with local specials and a baby show forthcoming.
Mrs W Win Soke tary of the Amortogit effect outlines tentative plans for a Bristol Disaster Unit to meet at 8 o clock in the Town Council Chamber. All interested persons are asked to attend as Mrs Weeden explains the unit function and Red Cross cooperation.
The notice lists residents and visitors: Annie and Sara Callan at Jaffrey New Hampshire. Frank Cirillo and Marion vacationing in New York and Brooklyn. Hiram A Rounds with Elmer and Elizabeth visiting Malden Massachusetts. John Hawker and Mrs visiting Charles Palmer on Byfield Street. B M MacDougall and daughter Jeanette at Rangely Lakes for a month. Also mentions Bristol Red Sox with Quard arena fixed event, Nantasket Beach outing by National Rubber Company staff, and Babies Day August 18 with a baby bonnet prize at the common. Infants wearing apparel offered by Suzmans Specialty Shoppe.
Guests included Gauverne and Mrs AXram Jo Pothier Naclarne Hector Joapiin Judge and Isharigs Barthttane daughter Vice oot Philadephia Vrs harles Kemington Miss Mary Kennington Mire bookeris Miss Nried Pleres Mrs Miawe bo Metarths, Mr cad Mrs Hares OB bobisen Katey Us Pebrsean Te Miss Made date Price Maoe and Mrs barnest Weller Mirs Brace Weller and daughter Peges Miers boward lagerson Mass badna lagerson baster Stewart Tiigzerset.
Charles W. Bowler aged 69 died suddenly in this town on August 1. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Classified notice seeking a agent to distribute Hawleiuch household products with ambition and industry. No experience required. Earn up to 100 dollars per week or more. Address given as Rob 23 Freeport.
Troop 5 prepares for a full camp week with a special program and scoutcraft features. August 21 Saturday afternoon marks the annual outing for those unable to attend the full camp. This week sets a record for attendance and ranks advancement ahead of other weeks with a board of awards this weekend for second and first class scouts.
An unclear OCR fragment notes a walking inquiry near a church street area and a potential incident at a local address. The text mentions Mrs F S Abbwe and references the Old Soldiers Home, with possible mentions of hunger or starvation observations. The fragmentary wording limits precise facts.
Move to Wisconsin? Application by WoT LeClair at 610 Hope Street rear door Heanist for moving pictures to play at the Olympia Theatre. Bristol directly listed with Kimber at Pennington Street Boston.
Practical sale items include a Barstow coal range with a gas stove three burners oven and broiler a 9 by 12 foot bug a double wash stand with wringer all in near new condition plus a Rickenbacker coupe in all condition. Address inquiries to P Box 399 Bristol R 1 at 7 8 High Street.
One second hand Garland range for sale in first class condition. Inquiries to Box A Phoenix Office.
Nine room cottage with steam heat electric lights gas and modern improvements. Features a large garage with electric lights connected to sewer. Part of a mortgage allowed. Apply to Patrick P. Walsh 43 Congregational Street Bristol Rhode Island.
Candidates Michail DeLeci and Joseph Fernandes were named for the honor society during a Monday ceremony. A camp museum houses nature exhibits while a Sunday water carnival offers swimming diving and water games with prizes for winners.
Plans are nearly complete for the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament organized by Madeira born residents. Arches and lights decorate St Elizabeth's Church area Wood Street and Franklin to Bay View are festooned Acorean Band will perform from 6 to 7 30 p m Vespers at 7 30 followed by a band concert until 11 A large procession at 3 p m and further services end the day with another band concert and evening services at St Elizabeth's Church
Aahana concludes a celebratory event with a band concert marking the closing moments. The program features a mix of ensemble pieces and community participation.
A British scientist notes weather can delay the egg moths birth process for days or months. Normally due in February, births can be postponed by bad weather sometimes up to 12 months. Some moths have emerged after being imprisoned for 11 years.
Holy Land flora highlights olives and almonds among prominent shrubs in Jerusalem. Other well known flowers include narcissus azalea acacia mallow oleander and althea. The Jerusalem flora includes over 1 000 specimens.
A Washington Star quip has Senator Sorghum scolding a citizen about an ongoing investigation. The senator warns that after the inquiry, people may still feel ignorant about the matter, implying complexity and guarded information.
A quotation attributes painting to Ruskin, noting its technicalities and aims as a noble expressive language that conveys thought, yet remains a vehicle without intrinsic meaning.
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