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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1926
Page
2
An OCR fragment from a Phoenix page lists names and street references with unclear context. The readable bits mention YMCA rink, individuals possibly connected to Wood Street and Mae Street, but essential facts and dates are missing.
A 1926 Bristol relief drive lists donors and amounts amid the Bristol Disaster Relief Fund appeal. Prominent supporters include Charles Bo Rockwell at 1000, Dr A M Merriamillan for emergency unit, Henry Wood 23.00, and Mrs H M Carthycin. The report cites donations from Bristol branches, local clubs, and individuals as the fund gathers to aid victims.
Mrs William F Eddy and Mrs Jane Bosworth depart for a two week White Mountains trip. Rev John F Whitles preaches at First Congregational Church. A mass for Annie McKeon is held at St Mary's. Prudence Island Improvement Association hosts a lawn party at Sandy Point. St Michael's IVE Guild plans a Sunday School outing on Aug 24 at Frank Howe’s estate. Town Council semi monthly meeting set with talk of an appointment by Town Solicitor. Bristol Fireworks plant items listed for auction. Frank Rawson injured in a Chandler tournage car crash on Pratt Bradford Street. Various local residents and visitors noted including Miss Peggy Williams, Miss Harriet Budlong, and George Locke Howe. Community events, church notices, and local visits fill the page with social and civic activity.
Note of gratitude from RAMELS family for support and condolences after a bereavement. Heartfelt thanks to relatives friends and neighbors for acts of kindness and sympathy during the time of loss.
The District Court of the United States for the District of Rhode Island issues a bankruptcy petition notice. It requires known creditors to appear and show cause why the petition should not be granted and orders distribution to creditors. The document names Judge Arthur F. Brown and Clerk Alice Packham and sets a filing date in July 1926.
The district court in Rhode Island has set a hearing on Granville P Lindley Ranbarrmat Lindleys petition for discharge in bankruptcy Us 259 in Bristol Rhode Island The hearing is scheduled for August 28 1926 at 10 pm in Providence The Bristol Phoenix will publish notices on August 17 and 24 1926 advising creditors and interested parties to appear and show cause why the petition should not be granted
Curated snippets survey opinions and satirical quips from multiple papers noting presidential and economic themes. References include references to capital per person, tax and labor remarks, aging politicians, and Mussolini election suspensions, with various local peeks at culture and sport.
A Rhode Island Bristol County sheriff sale notice details a writ issued by the Providence Superior Court against Manuel DeCosta alias Manuel Mendes and John Lee. The real estate in Bristol is described with Lot boundaries and street lines and the sale is set for September date at 11:00 AM at Bristol County Court House to satisfy the judgment, costs, and fees including attached estate.
Small classified notice lists positions including a pianist for moving pictures at Olympia Theatre Boston and a kitchen worker. It also mentions applying by mail or in person at local street addresses and a Phoenix office contact for the job postings.
Five rooms, bath, electricity and gas available in a tenement at the corner of Hope and De Christofaro streets. Apply Ty De Cristofaro Olympia Theatre Hidg.
Two for sale notices describe a New Rabs Carriage with a twin stroller option and a Bristol section stove combination. Also listed is a Garland Gas Range with even heat and a 9 by 12 foot wash stand with wringer and a Rickenbacker coupe in usable condition. Inquiries go to postal boxes and street addresses including Phoenix Office and 7 8 High Street.
Nine-room cottage with modern improvements including steam heat electric lights gas. Large garage with electric lights and connected to sewer. Part of mortgage allowed. Apply to Patrick P Walsh 43 Congregational Street Bristol R L.
A grim estimate shows fires cost about 15 000 lives in the United States each year, highlighting the danger and ongoing battle against deadly blazes.
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