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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1924
Page
5
A person regularly rereads his will to ensure that any changing circumstances are accounted for, confirming that provisions remain appropriate and valid over time. The habit reflects careful planning and forethought about possible future events.
Bristol defeats South Kingston 27 to 23 at Peacedale to win the state professional basketball title. Coggeshall and Drummey starred for Bristol. Davis and Marks led South Kingston. Referee Howard repeatedly called fouls as the game grew physical and fans urged order.
The Gardoons beat Trouble Makers two strings and Shieks defeated No Bananas on YMCA alleys. Matches will start at 7 45 each evening and players are urged to report by 7 30 to avoid delays. Rules are being drafted and will be posted soon.
The American Legion Kearney Post and its Auxiliary hold a joint installation at G A R Hall at 8 pm with Department officers en route visiting for the first time to the Post. Mrs Edna Davos acts as Auxiliary installing officer. after the ceremony a social hour and light refreshments follow. 1924 dues urged.
The seventh annual Leaders conference of the Greater Providence Council Boy Scouts of America will be in Providence this evening and tomorrow with Bristol troops attending. Bristol patrol leaders should report in uniform at 6 15 PM. A hike is planned tomorrow morning with reporting by 7 30 PM at the local scout headquarters. The final conference session is at 3 PM tomorrow. Bristol delegates should leave by 1 20 PM. First Bristol Troop marks its 11th anniversary January 16 with a play Parents Night. organized December 31 1912, the event includes inspections, a social, and refreshments. Second Troop formed a Panther Patrol with Max Phenes as acting leader. Fourth Troop held meetings for patrol reorganization. Third troop plans new officers and recruiting next week. The annual scout bazaar is set for Grand Army Hall starting January 12 and running Saturdays through March 1. Hikes are planned and a Hare and Hound chase Sunday at 9 30 from the Scout Building.
The Rhode Island General Assembly screens numerous bills including a $100,000 appropriation for a Soldiers' Home hospital. Senate and House members push a 48 hour work week for women and children, with provisions on night work for young workers. A Senate plan also calls for Senate reorganization by population with safeguards for towns and cities.
E P Schulberg presents The Virginian based on the Owen Wister work with a star cast including Kenneth Harlan Florence Vidor Russell Simpson Pat O Malley and Raymond Hatton The film is billed as the great romance and epic drama destined to thrill an audience of millions. Wednesday offers Napoleon and Josephine from G B Samuelson noted for its historical scope and lavish spectacles.
Michele Camporiale and Mattia Camporiale petition the Bristol Rhode Island probate court to adopt Francis Gould born May 22 1917 in Newport and change his name to Frank Camperiale. Parents are unknown for six years. Hearing set for March 3 1924 with publication in Bristol Phoenix for three weeks.
Everett Sayles Appleby Jr of East Providence marries Bertha Farrington in Providence on January 1, officiated by Rev. Loring B. Chase.
The plain gold Saxon ring endures fashion changes and survived history's debates. At Queen Mary I of England’s marriage to Philip II of Spain, officials debated gem setting, but she herself chose a simple hoop of gold, aligning with other maidens.
Bristol Y M C A Members' Council bi monthly dinner at Rockwell Hall Bristol heard committee reports and praised the Radio Club and Employed Boys Club led by George S Pailthorpe. Charles A Griffin entertained and a forum on personal liberty urged against race prejudice with plans to recruit Italian and Portuguese youths. A membership committee was formed for next meeting January 17.
Officers-elect of Reba Rebekah Lodge No 12 I O O F were installed at Odd Fellows Hall by District Deputy President Miss Mary Simister of Warren. Committees appointed include Supper Social Finance and more. Retiring Noble Grand Annie Seymour received a Past Noble Grand collar and P N G jewel. Turkey supper served. Celestia Lodge Warren guests. plates set for 150.
The dispute over who signaled Revere's midnight ride centers on Robert Newman and John Pulling. Historians largely credit Newman as the North Church sexton who placed the lanterns, though Pulling is also named by some sources.
The British Columbia government appoints a special woman inspector to visit all workplaces employing women to ensure compliance with minimum wage legislation and lawful treatment.
The article explains treating a grease stain on leather by moistening around the stain then applying a rubber solution used for puncture repairs. After a few minutes the rubber layer can be peeled away, removing the grease absorbed by the rubber and leaving little or no stain confined to the treated area.
The tale recalls Napoleon saying a hero never wore same breeches twice and an aide, Bayle, handed him yesterday's breeches. Napoleon then opened a window and threw them to the sentinel, declaring these are for you. The anecdote appears in the Revue des Deux Mondes.
The term North river designates the Hudson's lower stretch between Manhattan and New Jersey used since early Dutch settlements. It ran north of New Jersey settlements, paralleling the Delaware as the South river in Dutch colonial usage.
Authorities list 51 breeds as the category at major dog shows under recognized kennel clubs. These breeds comprise the varieties used in ordinary vocations or sports.
Hot Springs Arkansas hosts twelve springs on ten acres with waters ranging from 76 to 157 degrees Fahrenheit. The springs are credited with aiding chronic diseases and host the Army and Navy General Hospital since the 1830s government reservation.
The forest service states that deforestation affects climate and soil fertility. Forests help prevent extreme temperatures, reduce soil erosion, slow floods, and enable cultivation of land that would otherwise be arid wasteland.
A doctor on a golf round crosses a field with a young Black caddie. The caddie asks about shoes, saying he has none and cannot tell his size. The doctor wonders what size the boy wears, while the exchange hints at his inability to fit shoes or name a size.
Cotton weaving is one of the oldest crafts with early Indian origins 1500 years before Christ. The East Indian spun yarn and wove cloth of remarkable fineness and texture. Alexander the Great introduced the vegetable wool into Europe.
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