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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1932
Page
2
The Bristol school department spent over $14 000 affecting its administration in the past year. The school committee and superintendent carry heavy responsibility to ensure students compare well with peers elsewhere and meet higher education expectations. Last year’s budget was cut by nearly $10,000 and more cuts are anticipated this year.
Michael Walsh dean of Rogers High School Newport was the principal speaker at the Lions Club meeting and luncheon at the Hotel Belvedere He spoke on patriotism and gave brief resumes on George Washington and Abraham Lincoln George H Baldwin chairman of the milk fund reported 27 quarts of milk daily and that more families could be added on the 1st if funds allow The Penny Club captains reported satisfactory progress in recruiting members for the milk fund program
At St Michael's Parish House a social of the Teachers' Club attracted more than 40 members and guests. Miss Dorothy Roberts played piano and Miss Audrey Munro sang. prizes were awarded in a court whist. A collation followed, prepared by the arrangements committee.
In the early years after Washington became the government seat services were held in the House of Representatives. Ministers from all faiths were invited to conduct these early worship gatherings.
An in memoriam notice honors Aadrow Campbell beloved husband and father who passed away. The tribute recalls his memory, evergreen in the family, with a framed portrait as a symbol of enduring love from his wife and children.
Bristol Phoenix editor Roswell S. Bosworth spoke at the Y M C A weekly forum on the Whitten Report and Bristol’s future. He urged establishing a Planning Board and outlined plans including an East Shore Parkway from Metacom avenue. Secretary Earl H Hobson will lead the next session on Prohibition.
Edward J. Fitzgerald announces Colt Memorial High School students earning honor roll status for five weeks ending January 29. Top scorers achieved 90 percent or higher in all subjects, with many at 85 and 80 percent overall across listed names and classes.
At a meeting of the Board of Fire Engineers held last evening at the Dreadnaught Fire Station on High Street the board voted to trim another $500 from its initial estimate and will urge the Town Council and Budget Commission to add $5000 to the department's call at the March financial town meeting. The cut comes after final review and is described as the lowest feasible recommendation.
Frank Townsend Kinnicutt died in town on Sunday February 7 aged 76. Funeral services were scheduled for Wednesday February 10 at his late residence at 2 PM.
Notice is given that on January 22 1932 a bill to incorporate Mt Stope Bridge Corporation was introduced in Rhode Island General Assembly. The goal is to own and operate a toll bridge between Hristel and Portsmouth with offices in Bristol. Incorporators named include Charles P Sisson Latimer W Hillon William P Sheffield and Clifford A Brownell.
DéLeo leads Colt High with 43 points to topple South Kings Town 18 12 at Guiteras Junior High. Bruno anchors defense as Colt earns first place tie in Interscholastic Class B. Red Murney stars for Bristol in loss. Colt High Student Orchestra and cheerleaders boost the home win.
Manuel Cadima of Cottage street was arrested near High street and charged with disorderly conduct. Pleaded not guilty before Judge Belamy Lindemuth in the Fifth District Court and the case was continued for one week with $1000 bail posted.
Gardenrod Troop and Bristol Carl Scouts trekked to Mount Hope Saturday despite heavy snow and cold. An intrepid advance group led by Mrs Norton Minderstein prepared the way for Leah Fisenstadt Warren Walsh Barbara Huestis Peggy Wathewson and Viola Pecler. At Mount Hope three patrols joined for a sports program with a snowman contest won by Anchor Patrol artfully depicting Gen. George Washington followed by snow forts and a snowball battle.
The Silver-Pine Patrol led by Esther Hazen captured rival forts during a staged battle. A luncheon prepared by individual scouts followed, then a bonfire with songs and a long Scouting discussion. Under Mrs Zinderstein, the troop hiked one mile by compass and arrived home around 2 15 PM.
Seventeen tables played at the weekly whist of the Fiver Ready Engine and Hose Company on Thames street. Mrs Pauline Langello lost a cut to Mrs Joseph Lewis who drew an eight of hearts. Florence Belmore won the ladies first prize with 50 points while Langello and Lewis both scored 44. Albert E. Ether claimed the men’s first prize with 53 points, Demers and Robb tied 45 for second with Demers winning the cut. Alber Rosa won the door prize and Cornelius Head the consolation. The next event moves to Thursday.
A Collier's Weekly call to the nation urges more silence and attentive listening through a large audience of sincere listeners to absorb thoughtful discourse and civic reflection.
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