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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1932

Page

5

Obituary of Joseph L. Duffy World War veteran and banker

Joseph L. Duffy 44 died suddenly at 87 Ontario street Providence after a cerebral hemorrhage. He served with the 301st Engineers overseas and Army of Occupation and was a former Industrial Trust Company teller and World War veteran. He leaves Regina Kirwan wife, Marguerite sister, and three brothers. Funeral from 109 Congress avenue and St Michael Church Oxford Street.

Joseph L. Duffy The Industrial Trust Company Ontario Street Providence Helena E. Kirwan Congress Avenue St. Michael’s Church Oxford Street Duffy Thomas and Helena (Nerone) Duffy Bryant W. F. Duffy Augustus P. Duffy Thomas F. Duffy News-Tribune

Mrs. Julia A Wardwell Funeral Services

Funeral services were announced for Mrs. Julia A Wardwell. The obituary notes her death and pending rites, with details pending further release.

Julia A. Wardwell Julia A

Wardwell Widow’s Rites At Providence Pastor Officiates

Wardwell widow of James D Wardwell dies at 115 Moore Street Providence. Funeral service at 2 PM from sister in law Elizabeth Wardwell’s High Street home conducted by Rev A R Parshley of St Michael's Church. Born October 24 1845 she studied music and sang locally. Her will leaves 1000 to State Street Methodist Episcopal Church and 500 each to St Michael's Young Ladies Society Bristol Home for Aged Women Bristol Home for Destitute Children Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children and Female Charitable Society. Local fire companies receive 100 each. Charles W Cutler of Warren named executor.

Wardwell James ‘D. Wardwell Moore Street Providence Elizabeth Wardwell High Street A. R. Parshley St. Michael’s Church Mrs. Wardwell Benjamin and Lucy (Bartlett) Gifford Conservatory of Music Benjamin H. Gifford Young Ladies’ Society Bristol Home For Rhode Island Society For the Prevention of Cruelty Female Charitable Society Charles W. Cutler Af Warren

Your Column on Bristol Affairs and Tax Payments

A Bristol taxpayer criticizes the Town Council for inaction on unemployment and urges support for Rev Parshley’s proposals. He urges taxpayers to push for quarterly tax payments and cites the Master Builders Association of Pawtucket backing the bill, noting past Senate defeat and calls for leniency in tax terms.

U. S House Committee On Finance Fales Senate Master Builders Association of Pawtucket Father Vieira

Our Bristol Walks Sidewalk Quirks and Hazards

The Bristol sidewalks are described as unique with lumps and a tarry patch. Walkers report frequent slips and ankle strains as they navigate the uneven surfaces, highlighting local sidewalk conditions and safety concerns.

Bristol

Nighthawks Scribes Win in Merchants League Matches

Bill Darling led the winners with a 108 high single and 296 total as Nighthawks Scribes upset Lombard Pozzi's Pill Rollers to hand the Druggists their first loss. In the second match the Scribes defeated Joe Kinder's Senators 1346 to 1297, moving three points in the standings.

Bill Seymour Merchants’ Bowling League Lombard Pozzi Bill Darling Bill the Scribes Joe Kinder Senators Sousa

Bristol Pavement Woes Prompt Council Appeal

A lament from Sallie P Haven urging Bristol city officials to repair uneven sidewalks. She appeals to councilmen to smooth lumps and bumps to end the misery of walkers. She expresses love for Bristol but frustration with unsafe, uneven pavements.

Sallie P. Haven P. S Bristol

Washington Above Titles Origin of Reception Address

When Washington prepared to visit Portsmouth New Hampshire after his election the town asked how to address him in public reception. They sought guidance from Rev Samuel Haven who replied with verses praising Washington and declaring no title could match his name. Miss S P Haven in Bristol is Haven's great granddaughter and also writes verses.

Providence Phoenix Bristol Parshley Mr. Parshley Mr Parshley Powers-that Washington Portsmouth N. H Samuel Haven S. P. Haven

Flavor of Game Depends on Aging and Preparation

The text explains that many people prefer the stronger flavor of game kept for a period before cooking. It cites Webster's dictionary noting "high" in cookery means strongly scented or tainted and mentions epicures do not cook game until it is high.

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