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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1933
Page
2
An essay argues pedestrians should walk on the left and face oncoming traffic to improve drivers' ability to see them. It cites 1931 U.S. pedestrian fatalities and injuries, noting many deaths occur at intersections, on unlit rural roads, and from behind parked cars. It urges universal signs and white clothing for visibility.
The case of Antonio Almeida at 107 Nalley Street Central Falls was continued one week after he pleaded not guilty to embezzlement. Proceedings noted a variable speed charge and a related assault matter discussed by Pratt and Langello, with Tangello seeking withdrawal of a détention or costs.
District nurses record 572 total visits including 49 Central welfare visits and 28 fasten care tasks. 162 babies examined by K Leason. 40 patients taken to hospital.
In a tight game the Oyster Crackers edged the Animal Crackers as Mello led with strong scoring and long-range efforts. Cardoza contributed three baskets for six points while Rugeeire added five for the winners, with Miranda tallying seven of his team’s eight points and Cinllo solid on defense.
Parishioners at St Marys Church plan a festival and supper in the church auditorium on January 19. Rev Thomas J Ahhan chairs the arrangements committee with Miss Mary To Carey as secretary and a large group listed as volunteers for decorating, serving, and prize coordination.
Mies Domenica Buonbonne 72 widow of Carta Buonbonne died yesterday at her son in law and daughter Mrr and Mrs MI Hert Velleca 332 High street Bristol after a long illness. Born in Scafaty Italy she resided in Bristol 23 years. She leaves six grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral tomorrow at 9 from Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church with burial in St Mary's Cemetery Bristol.
Bristol sees a busy slate including a Feb 2 chicken supper in Grand Army Hall under St Elizabeths Church, a Colonial Company C social at the BTA Armory, a Battery C inspection led by Capt Moren, and multiple bridge and rummage sales at Trinity Parish House and Dimond’s Corner. Local clubs host meetings with Mrs Claude Hazledine presiding and speakers at Hotel Belvedere.
Bristol Chapter D A R held a regular meeting on Franklin street yesterday afternoon with Miss Mana T Norris as speaker. She detailed her recent visit to Europe in an engaging talk. Hostesses included Mrs Manchester, Mrs Easterbrooks, Mrs Brownell, Miss Warren, and Mrs Ingraham. Mrs Forburne was admitted to membership.
Prompt action by Collins & Arkhman Corp. led by George T. Marshall prevented major damage after a chimney fire at the Sebistuane Tooth residence 82 Thime Street. Four town fire companies arrived to control the blaze yesterday morning.
The Warren Lewn Hall hosts a Charity Ball on Friday the 20th organized by the Lions Club Charity Fund committee. A large crowd from Poerstee is expected to attend the event to support the fund.
Readable fragment notes a supper event at the State Street MET Church organized by the Epworth group. The date and full details are unclear but the notice points to a community gathering with plans for a meal near the State Street location.
Cohers Weekly recounts the Fourteenth century pandemic described as the greatest calamity in history. It states the plague swept Asia Europe and northern Africa and killed about 67 million people, with some nations losing half their population.
On Nova Scotia's east coast in Liverpool an Indian village site sits amid stunning scenery. Here the Micmac deity Gloo-Beap met the Atlantic Ocean sorceress, a legend linked to local Indigenous lore.
The word filibuster traces to buccaneers and once meant private warfare against a state. In the United States it now describes tactics used to obstruct legislation through deliberate delay or obstruction.
Olympian Club faces unbeaten Attleboro YMCA quintet in Bristol tomorrow in a top New England clash. Olympians will rely on Oscar Herzig, River Cardoza, Georgie St Angelo, John Foxy Marshall, Larney Bisbane, and Chassie Le Clerc in a strong lineup. Attleboro counters with Gardiner, Joe Clegg, Steven Haley, Jack Leem, and Smith with subs Shockroo Mooney Cosgrove. Curly Desilets to join Olympians for first game leaving Jayvees as prelim.
The first bi weekly lecture on current events by Prof Theodore Collhiery of Brown University drew a large audience Friday at Colt Memorial High School. Sponsored by the Bristol Garden Club, the talk covered international subjects in the public press and established Collier as a world affairs authority. Attendees left engaged and expectant for the next lecture on Monday Jan 20.
A remark on how handwriting mirrors cognition, noting that clever men often have poor handwriting. The text discusses letter slope and thickness as indicators while stressing that legibility may be a mechanical outcome rather than a sign of intellect.
The family expresses thanks for kindness and sympathy after bereavement. They note gratitude to neighbors and especially those who furnished machines for the funeral. The Marshall Furni's.
The Rotary Club receives permission to publish a weekly column in the Phoenix, with each member contributing an article. Writers may cover serious civic topics or humorous pieces in formal or informal style, exploring town government or local corners where prosperity purportedly hides.
Gene deRocha starts a new column and proposes a community singalong of old hymns and favorites to lift mood. He invites readers to mail or call in names for a potential regular meet up, promising to record submissions and update later.
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