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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1923
Page
2
An editorial from the Providence Bulletin discusses moving to junior high schools across Rhode Island. Bristol holds funds for a Bristol junior high via the Guiteras donation, while Pawtucket and other towns sketch plans. Supporters cite better age grouping and congestion relief despite debate on course lengths.
Community calendar lists events from February including Grand Fair evenings under the auspices of the Dork Club with dates February 12 13 14 18 and 22 Salad Supper at 330 to 730 in Rockwell Hall Bristol Carl Scouts event on February 22 and a Thursday ceremony for the 73rd Washington meeting at the Cavevens bree meeting space Cart Metter and School events under the Class of 1923 auspices.
Bristol locals attend K of C meeting for Easter Ball plans while town officials discuss caucus vacancies. Community gatherings range from Minstrel Show crowds to old fashioned fairs at Grand Army Hall and charitable and fraternal club activities across town.
Industrial Trust Co Bristol issues notice for lost or destroyed Pass Book No 13647 from Participation Department. Payment halted and duplicate book application filed under law. Return to bank if found.
A list of canned and fresh grocery items with per unit prices including Pure Cocoa 15c and 25c, Evaporated Milk 12c, Condensed Milk 14c, Small Skinned Hams 5c per Ib, Small Pork Loins to roast 12c per Ib, Flat Rib Corned Beef 19c per Ib, Fresh Made Sausage Meat 23c per Ib, with 50c and 27c per Ib entries and assorted 10c to 55c price marks indicating a general sale or catalog.
The town notes the death of Hirtan Daved Yatsedyesky of 169 Prankburn Street on Wednesday morning after four weeks illness. He was 28 years a resident here, long engaged in grocery business and local events. The service was held at the Jewish Synagogue with Rabbi Proshitz officiating, and interment followed at the Jewish cemetery.
Mix Agnes Kent Shepard widow of Harry H Shepard formerly of this town died in Brooklyn N Y Tuesday. Mr Shepard was former general manager of the National India Rubber Company and served on the School Committee as a Republican representative and senator in the General Assembly. Survived by son J Ira Shepard an attorney in Providence. Funeral services were held in Providence this afternoon at 2 o'clock with burial in that city.
The Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company No 1 expresses heartfelt thanks to all who assisted in making the Fourth Annual Minstrels a success. Signed Committee of Arrangements.
The First Baptist Church schedules a 10:30 morning service with a sermon titled After wards by the pastor. Church School follows at 11:45. An evening praise and preach begins at 7:30 with the subject Second Fiddles.
Morning worship at 10.30 with a sermon by the pastor on The Greatest Prize of Life. Church Schools gather at 12 o'clock. Epworth League devotional at 6.30. Praise service with sermon at 7.30 on Are Moral Standards being Lowered.
St Michael's Church lists services at 8 and 10 30 with Holy Communion morning prayer sermon and evening prayer address The Sunday School presentation of the long term offering and prize books is expected at 12 noon in the church.
The Friday services focus on The Ministry of Jesus with Mark chapter one. Sunday worship begins at 10 30 with a sermon titled The Great and the Greatest. Church School meets at 12 noon and a praise and preaching service at 7 30 features the sermon The future of Goodness.
The parish lists daily services at 7:30 p m and 9:15 p m with Holy Communion at 7:30 a m and Matins at 10 45 a m on First Sunday in Lent. Evensong and Address are at 7:30 p m. Parish Aid Tuesday at 2 30 p m. Choir Practice Thursday 8 p m. Friday 7 30 p m service and address.
In memory of Franklin K Pearce who died February 1 1922 his wife son and daughter recall a life of love and loss and remember him today as not forgotten.
Advertisement seeks agents in Bristol for selling Watkhine products with high incomes. Promises full particulars and samples free to hustlers who mean business. Mail to The J Ro Wat hus Co Dept 85 61 Washington and North Boston Muss.
A jumble of classified snippets promises a reward for returning a missing spare tire and rim between Warren and Bristol. The notice mentions contact details at Ho Co Caferey and a Phoenix office, with other ads for a worn bed and miscellaneous items.
Advertisement lists a cost measure for a Franc h Mot er and mentions a Ford Track and a Republic Track B with excellent condition and near new tires. The listing notes a price around $60 and provides a contact telephone 931 147. Indicates Frank lin Street contact.
An eight month old thoroughbred Airdale dog described as big healthy and well marked is available. No fancy price demanded. Apply PHCRNIX OFFICE.
Gas drop light fixtures and globes for chandeliers or side walls, hall fixture, used but in good condition, will sell cheap. Apply Phoenix.
A full set of sixteen large volumes in perfect condition offered at 150 dollars per volume totaling 2400 dollars. Apply at the Phoenix Office.
A 1915 Ford truck with a custom Grant body is offered in excellent condition for 1650 dollars. Respond to Box E PHOENIX OFFICE with inquiries.
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