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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1936
Page
2
Bristol voters debate changes to Rhode Island Senate representation arguing larger cities would gain control if the number of senators increases. They urge keeping one senator per city and warn of a two tier system undermining checks and balances. They call for amendments through established channels.
Vernon Munro administrator presents first and final account for James A. Munro late of Bristol deceased. Court orders publication of notice for fourteen days weekly in Bristol Phoenix. Proceed to March 16, 1936 for further action.
The Borate Court of the Town of Hist delivers probate action on the Last Will of Pasquale Abbenundo of Sand Kristel Cave. The court orders fourteen days of weekly notice and sets March 16 1938 at Bristol for proceeding in the Probate Court Room. Clerk John W. Church presides.
A scanned Bristol page lists church services at Trinity Church and Epworth League meetups, plus a clearance sale at Chic Shoppe and recurring bingo nights at several halls. It covers lectures at Michaels Church, dances, whists, forums, and club meetings, with names of local organizers, hosts, and venues.
A Bristol Phoenix reader letter criticizes the Fews Council for appointing a police vacancy at a private home. The piece notes campaign meetings by various groups to back candidates, including Portuguese youths, and claims the public will voice their views at upcoming polls.
U S Five led by manager EF Leo Cantwell will face the Tessiers of New Bedford Sunday afternoon at the Recreation Hall Woodstreet. Lattice reports say the opposing club should offer a smooth working combination. A second game is set to start at 2 30 pm.
Final plans were made last evening for the coming turkey supper of the Amicae Guild. The committee includes Mrs Henri S Campbell Mrs George Luther Mrs Fred Mott Mrs Oscar Anderson Mrs Joseph C Alger and Mrs Harry Bullock.
At opening exercises the troop formed for 100 minutes and learned a dance to Captain Jinks. Girls were grouped to study the compass and 16 played a compass game. The meeting closed with good night and taps. Scribe Nancy Bosworth.
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