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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1929
Page
2
The piece champions celebrating Bristol’s 250th founding by fostering cooperation across residents. It argues that collective spirit and shared effort will drive lasting benefits, with individuals willing to set aside personal differences to work for the town’s best interests.
Maurice Smith Jr answered questions on leading ongoing Brotherhood talks saying he cannot accept the permanent role due to time demands. He used a ladder lesson to illustrate steps toward faith from Bible stories, ending with a crown inscription Be Thou Pastoral Come Death and Wall.
The community observes Ash Wednesday with services in Catholic and Episcopal churches. Colton Memorial High School plans a basketball game at Wickford vs North Kingstown. Several church and club events are announced, including a bean supper in Rockwell Hall and meetings for scout groups and parish organizations.
Bristol Troops carry on Boy Scout Week activities with a community flag raising, a court of honor for badges, and patrol day demonstrations in schools. Barrington Warren and Bristol troops visit Soldiers Home for veterans. Calvert A Cheesman delivers an afternoon address. 17 Scouts managed town departments Saturday, and Mt Hope bridge dedication plans are discussed with Luke H Callan Jr. elected to the committee.
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A wedding is reported in this town with Diodati Farrara marrying James in a ceremony at the Church of Mt Carmel. The couple and local attendees are noted in the brief notice.
An obituary note records the deaths of several residents including Mary Po and Joseph Po in a small town. It mentions a Mass at a local church and a private service for mourners as community members gather to comfort one another.
A lost item notice requests the return of bone rimmed glasses found near the Pastime Theatre. Contact 57 Church Street to reclaim.
Single man seeks a small unfurnished apartment with heating and a garage. Preference is near Hope Street or nearby. Send full particulars and apply at the Phoenix Office.
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