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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1938
Page
5
A group of Protestant church men formed the Laymen's Go-To-Church Committee to boost Sunday worship attendance. The Lent program features weekly union services at the Congregational Church with noted clergy from Providence and Fall River and a joint choir performance of The Crucifixion on April 10.
Police Chief Anthony J. Ferrara renewed efforts to purge indecent material from local shops. Authorities warned store operators the police mean business and will enforce violations. The move follows a Town Council decision made Wednesday night to support stricter controls.
Prescott B. Pavull declares all access must be pursued including lending libraries as part of a broad crackdown targeting unknown items. The comment signals intensified local efforts and potential curbs on materials.
Miss Catherine Camera daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Camera enjoyed a surprise party last night hosted by sister Ann at 45 Catherine Street. Twenty four guests attended with Louise DeLuca singing and an amateur show. First contestant Anna Matrone sang and Madeline Camera played piano as rooms were decorated with birthday ribbons and carnations were given to guests.
A survey by the Division of Banking and Insurance cut fire insurance rates for new Bristol policies written since January 1 1938. Pre 1938 policies stay unchanged. Distance to a fire station extended to three miles for full protection. Three or more family dwellings may use 80 percent contribution clause. Expect further reductions on specially rated homes and a Safe Driver reward plan for auto insurance.
The Bristol Portuguese-American Women’s Civic League will send four delegates and four alternates to the State convention of Civic Leagues on February 26 and 27 at the Hotel Viking in Newport. Delegates named by president Mrs. Joseph A. Almeida are Mrs. Matthew G. Maetoza, Mrs. Rose M. Sousa, Miss Mary C. Mello, and Miss Joseph Mello. Alternates include Mrs. Charles Mello and Miss Helen Dennis, Lenora Rodier, and Theresa Reposa. Almeida serves on the State League advisory board.
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