McManus to Represent State at Andrews Memorial Dedication
Lieut Gov James O McManus will represent the state at the Andrews Memorial High School dedication tomorrow afternoon as Governor Vander bilt is unavailable due to an out of state engagement. The program at 3 pm features remarks by James F Rockett and C Emanuel Ekstrom, with presiding officer Charles B Rockwell. The event includes an inspection, flag presentation, and a life sketch of donor Robert Shaw Andrews, with color guards from the Bristol American Legion.
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James O. McManus
William
H. Vanderbilt
New Andrews Memorial High School
Elmer S. Mapes
Charles B. Rockwell
Andrews
Prembers
McManus
James F. Rockett
C. Emanuel Ekstrom
Tredo
Department of Education
Brown University
Michael L. Ryan
St. Mary’s Church
Anthony R. Parshley
St. Michaelis Church
Rockwell
I. Leo Cantwell
New School
George M. Cady
Kearney Post
American Legion
Mary J. Condon
A. A. Edmonds
Kearney
Robert Shaw Andrews
Wilfred M. Hamill
Bristol
Samuel A. Hall
Domenic Mascola
Samuel J. Smith
Francisch Cuoma
Walter E. Briggs
Joseph F. Bruno
Endowment funds aid Bristol District Nursing Association
Endowments totaling 650 dollars helped Bristol District Nursing Association despite a 36.51 deficit for 1938. Receipts 5962. Verities, expenditures 6003. Contributions include 816.17 by Charles B. Rockwell and Mrs. Levy. Annual town appropriation 2000, clinic receipts 162, dues 60.41, Christmas Seals 629.67, heating 100 from Southeastern Health Unit. Expenditures include 3780 salaries, 617.92 headquarters, 721.26 vehicle upkeep, 68.16 medical supplies. A finance committee will study endowment investment.
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Bristol District Nursing Association
Evelyn C. Carter
Charles B. Rockwell
Austin T. Levy
Annd John Hancock Life Insurance Companies
Bristol
Southeastern Health Unit
Association
Mr. Rockwell
Norton M. Zinderstein
Robert J. Connery
Ernest G. Brown
Bristol Hosts Nickerson House Orchestra Concert
About 350 Bristol residents attended a Nickerson House Providence Symphony Orchestra concert at Guiteras Memorial Junior High auditorium sponsored by the Bristol PTA. The 45 piece ensemble under Benjamin Premack played a varied program with Sylvia Premiack on piano, soloists Priscilla Marshall on flute and Pasquale V. Nero on violin.
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Bristol
Nickerson
Providence
Guiteras Memorial
Parent-Teachers Association
Benjamin Premack
Ous
Sylvia Premiack
Priscilla Marshall
Pasquale V. Nero
Former Bristolian Promoted at Providence Washington Insurance
J. William Sutcliffe a Bristol native now of Barrington has been named assistant secretary of the Providence Washington Insurance Company announced after the companys annual meeting. Sutcliffe has served with the firm for 23 years and friends in Bristol applaud the promotion.
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J. William Sutcliffe
Barrington
Providence Washington Insurance Company
Suttcliffe
Providence Washington Insurance Co
Bristol
Walk Overs Plan Spaghetti Supper
Members of the Walk Over A. C will be feted at a spaghetti supper tomorrow night at the Y building. Guest speakers will be Ian M. Walker of the Colt Memorial High School faculty and Earl H. Hobson, secretary of the local M. M. A. Arrangements are by a committee led by Joseph Brown, Frank Securo and Angelo Massa.
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A. C
Y Building
Ian M. Walker
Colt Memorial High School
Earl H. Hobson
Joseph Brown
Frank Securo
Angelo Massa
Paull Declines Indorsement Amid Bristol Town Race
Bristol Democratic Town Committee delays slate as Council President Paull declines renomination for personal reasons. He suggests possible successors and praises public service while urging a stable, economical town administration. Republicans set Feb 10 caucus date with filing deadlines Monday.
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Prescott B. Paull
Bristol Democratic Town Committee
James T. Pierce
Ofstheims
Met
DeWolf
MoeLaughlin
Romano
Dennis
Republican Town Committee
New Era In Bristol Basketball Opens In New Coltonlays Gym
A new Bristol basketball era begins Tuesday February 7 in Andrews Gymnasium. Coltonlays North Kingstown uses a top quality floor 76 by 45 feet with 20 feet overhead clearance and ample sideline space. Bleachers accommodate about 650 spectators, with modern locker rooms and shower facilities for home and visiting teams. A large crowd is expected for the opening game amid strong local high school support and a record of close contests this season.
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Bristol
Andrews Gymnasium
Colt
Kearney Post Meets Tonight at Fire Hall
Kearney Post of the American Legion and its ladies auxiliary hold regular monthly meetings tonight due to repairs at their homes. Commander Francis P Cuomo notes a Second District meeting in Barrington on February 8 and a March session in Bristol. The annual Boys' State is set for Kingston from July 2 to July 15.
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Kearney Post
American Legion
Ngs
Hydraulion Engine
Trace Company
Francis P Cuomo
Barrington
Bristol
Kingston
Design Of Andrews Memorial School Celebrates Bristol Colonial Past
The Andrews Memorial School showcases 18th century New England design with water struck red brick Flemish Bond walls brownstone trim Vermont slate roof and a cupola reminiscent of historic Bristol. The building features a large gym 85 by 70 feet with bleachers seating about 600, a machine shop and woodshop with modern equipment, a home making department with model kitchens and a full apartment exhibit at 574 Hope Street reflecting local colonial heritage.
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Andrews Memorial School
New England
Massiof
Bristol
al Hope Street
Bradford Street
Samuel P. Colt
Wescror
Singer
Hope Street
Dempsey Calls for Action on Punch Drunk Fighters
Jack Dempsey outlines clear proposals in the January 21 Collier's about eradicating punch drunk fighters from boxing. He argues for stricter standards and reform to improve safety and the sport's integrity.
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Jack Dempsey
Colliers
Boxer's reflections on Tunney battles and career exit
He recalls his second bout with Gene Tunney and the long count moment, calling Tunney’s comeback part of his two worst knockouts. He says Tunney handed him the other shellacking the year prior and that he chose to retire while still healthy to enjoy his earnings, avoiding the punch drunk fate.
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Tunney
Gene Tunney
Dempsey Reflects On Punch Drunk Fighters
Dempsey recalls how young boxers imitate punch drunk fighters seen in gyms and training camps. He notes that many fighters become punch drunk after taking too many head blows and that he avoided sentimental vows while remaining aware of the fact.
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Dempsey
Boxers Echo On Aging, Ego, And Comebacks In Chicago
A veteran trainer discusses boxing psychology and aging, noting that ego affects fighters and that comebacks hinge on timing and preparation. The piece references Joe Louis, Max Schmeling, and policy ideas to channel purses into fighter retirement funds.
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Max Schmeling
Joe Louis
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