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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1924

Page

3

Labor Secretary Assails Davis Tariff Critique in Pittsburgh

Secretary of Labor Davis attacks John W. Davis on tariff policy and immigration in Pittsburgh. He argues non protective tariffs would shutter factories and flood markets with foreign goods, predicts jobs loss, and says Coolidge is the preferred choice. He cites European tour impressions favoring Davis abroad but Coolidge at home.

Davis Crirouter Pittsburgh Chicago John W. Davis John W Davis Secretary of Labor Wales Mr. Davis Coolidge Henning Labor Europe London America Calvin Coolidge

American Legion Auxiliary Kearney Unit meets Thursday

The American Legion Auxiliary Kearney Unit No 6 holds its regular semi monthly meeting at 8 pm in G A R Hall. A convention committee special meeting is at 8 pm tonight at Mrs L G Cote 314 Hope St. A joint excursion for Post and Auxiliary to Prudence Island departs tomorrow at 8 pm from State Street dock aboard the Prudence. Tickets on sale through listed committee members until Wednesday noon only.

American Legion Auxiliary Kearney G. A. R. Hall Convention Committee of L. G. Cote Hope Street Prudence Island Prudence State Street Dock Auxiliary Post Nora E. Dwyer Emily Trudell Margaret Downey James J. Haines William LePage Oliver Lemaire

Legion Post to Escort Funeral of Senator LeBaron Colt

Members of Kearney Post No 6 The American Legion will escort the funeral of the late Senator LeBaron B Colt tomorrow afternoon. They assemble at High and Court streets at 2 P M with post caps dark clothes and ties.

Kearney American Legion LeBaron B. Colt High and Court Streets

Civil War veteran Morris Dies at 84 in St Marys Parish

Philip T Morris of 50 Charles Street mourns his father James Morris who died Saturday after a brief illness. The 84 year old Irish born veteran served in the U S Navy and later the 2d Rhode Island Cavalry. He was buried at St Marys Cemetery after a solemn mass at St Marys Church attended by family and parish groups.

St.” Marys Philip T. Morris Charles. Street St. Mary’s Church Thomas Je Gillan Thomas Greeley St. Elizabeth’s Church Francis Fullaim St. Mary's Church M. Théresa Sullivan Jesus Piers Babbitt Post No. 15 Babbitt Woman's Relief Corps John Hurley Pittsburg Peter C. R. Morris Providence Patrick McGovern Francis P. McGovern James Brown James P. Fay St. Mary's Cemetery Mr. Morris Ireland Thames Street National India Rubber Company United States Navy Rhode Island Volunteer Cavalry Louisiana Cavalry Third Division 19Th Army Corps Brigade Cavalry Division Department of the Gulf Irish Bend Vermillion Bayou Springfield Landing Pleasant Hill Annie Trainor Morris Philip T Charles Clarke Jamestown, R. I

Miss Lavinia Farrally Dies at St Elizabeths Home

Miss Lavinia Medora Farrally of this town died last Saturday at St Elizabeths Home Providence after a year as an inmate following a long illness. In her 72nd year she was born in Pittsfield Massachusetts daughter of John and Juliet Farrally sister of Joseph F Farrally editor of the Phoenix. She was a St Michael's Church member and former Board of Managers member of the Home for Aged Women. Funeral held today at 2 30 from the chapel at St Elizabeths Home conducted by Rev Anson B Howard burial at family discretion.

Lavinia M. Farrally Lavinia Medora Farrally St. Elizabeth’s Providence Iss Farrally Pittsfield Mass John and Juliet (Rogers) Farrally Joseph F Farrally the Phoenix St. Michael's Church Home For St. Elizabeth's Home Anson B. Howard

Community Supper at YMCA Hosted by Ladies' Committee

An evening supper is planned at the YMCA under the auspices of the Ladies' Committee. The event is part of the September social calendar and invites community participation.

Ladies’ Committee

U S Senator Colt Dead Portrait of a Rhode Island Statesman

The article reviews Senator Colt’s career and impact, noting his respected elder statesman role in the Senate, his thoughtful, lucid addresses including speeches at Brown University, the Rhode Island Bar Association, and the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, and his leadership positions in Rhode Island business entities.

John Marshall Brown University Rhode Island Bar Association Concord N. H United States McKinley American Bar Association Rhode Island American Union America Faneuil Hall Colt Senate

President Coolidge mourns Senator Colt in telegram

President Calvin Coolidge, vacationing in Plymouth Vermont, sent a telegram to Mrs Harold J Gross expressing sympathy on the death of United States Senator Colt. He called Colt a prominent figure in national life and said his loss will be greatly mourned. Senator Willis of Ohio called Colt’s death a personal bereavement to fellow senators.

Harold J. Gross Calvin Coolidge Plymouth United States Colt Senator Colt Willis Ohio

Remembering a Rhode Island statesman and jurist

A tribute to a longtime Rhode Island senator and committee chair, admired for courtesy and intellect. He stood against popular opinion on Japanese exclusion and supported the League of Nations covenant with reservations, earning respect across parties. His club affiliations and fair leadership are highlighted.

Senate League of Nations Hope Club Squantum Club Agawam Hunt Club Rhode Island Country Club Turks Head Club MacDowell Club Rhode Island Bar Association Washington

Rhode Island Mourns Senator Colt Death Acknowledged

Rhode Island leaders pay tribute to LeBaron Bradford Colt after his death. Eulogies from E P Henning Peter Gerry Governor Flynn and local judges praise his long public service as lawyer judge and senator. The remarks emphasize immigration work and steadfast integrity.

Senate Congress Peter G. Gerry United States Rhode Island Colt

Death of Senator Colt Revered by Rhode Island Citizens

Tributes from G B Hibbert James J Walsh and Bristol Town Council honor the late Senator Colt. They describe a jurist and senator whose cool judgment and universal respect bridged race color and politics, leaving a lasting impact on Bristol and the state.

Pri Uns G. B. Hibbert Rhode Island Bankers’ Association Fudge Colt Rhode Island James J. Walsh Ristol Senator Colt Bristol

Successful Lawn Party for Bristol Highlands Tennis Club

Mrs H W Fitz hosted a lawn party at her Bristol Highlands summer home on Saturday to aid the Bristol High lands Improvement Association Tennis Club. Children from the Highlands enjoyed afternoon activities led by Ruth Sherburne of the Playground and Recreation Association of America, with refreshments served and balloons given.

H W. Fitz Bristol Highlands Bristol Highlands Improvement Association Highlands Ruth Sherburne Playground and Recreation Association of America Joseph W. Freeman Mary Bray Charles Peckham

Westport outing ends with clam bake at Hicks Bridge

Thirty men in six machines journeyed to Horseneck Beach for a swim and a clam bake at Remington’s hostelry at Hicks Bridge last Saturday afternoon. The group returned at 8 30 after a delightful day and planned another outing to the Cyclodrome in Cranston with further details to follow.

Horseneck Beach Remington Hicks Bridge Cranston

Marriage Intentions Listed for Local Couples

Anthony Antonelli of Dewey Street East Providence and Frances Bramwell Hill daughter of Elwin A Hill of 1027 Hope Street intend to marry Jules Travers and Belmira Costa both of this town per notices filed in the local registrar records.

Anthony Antonelli Dewey Street East Providence Frances Bramwell Hill Elwin A. Hill Hope Street This Town Jules Travers Belmira Costa Thistown

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