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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1933
Page
2
Town faces critical test over whether sufficient capital is raised to incorporate a new manufacturing company inspiring hopes for economic recovery. If successful, work returns, taxes rise, and development follows. failure could dampen local plans and deter future industry. The Budget Commission backing and civic enthusiasm frame March council elections and Bristol’s forward path.
Dr Dana Carleton Munro 67, Dodge professor of medieval history at Princeton, died in Doctor's Hospital New York of pneumonia. Born June 7 1866 in town, he taught at Brown and the University of Rochester, later joining Princeton. He led historical societies, urged endowment for archival work, and served as editor of The American Historical Review. He is survived by a large family including spouse Veer Gardner Peecher and five children. funeral arrangements were to be announced.
Joseph Wo Gifford a former Bristolian who lived in Fall River for over 33 years died yesterday. The obituary notes his children, the funeral will be held at 2 PM with services at the Brookbab River area and burial in the Nerta Cemetery in the city.
Joseph Lelyveld of Boston with the National Association for Foot Health estimates the typical man's daily walk at 18 098 steps or about 77 miles.
A Bristol weekly item lists meetings and social events including Kearney Post American Legion proceedings in G A R Hall Ever Ready Engine and Hose Company on Thames street and the State Street M E Church Ladies Aid at Mrs Fred Blaisdell home. Reports cover housewarming for Auburn Post, a parish chicken supper, and various obituaries and personal notes.
Alfred DeCosta 17 of 85 Bay View avenue admitted Sunday to burglaries since Nov 30 in Bristol including Atrello's garage on High Street and a McGovern property on Wood Street. He named stolen items such as a $100 power saw table, an electric motor, a $27 electric fans, spools of wire, and a 50 foot extension cord. He pleaded not guilty to burglary of McGovern's home and was held for the Fifth District Court. additional charges are expected.
Rose Paul and George Dion were arrested for disorderly conduct as police investigate the disappearance of William J. DuPont of Cambridge after he left Prudence Island in a 12 foot rowboat on Christmas night. An oar and the damaged boat were later found. authorities consider drowning or foul play possible but suspect the man may have left intentionally.
Mrs Henry K Brownell and Mrs Brownell announce the birth of a daughter named Marion Gladding born on Sunday January 15 at their home city location unchanged in records.
Joseph W. Gifford a former resident of this town died in Fall River January 16 in his 86th year. He lived a long life marked by community involvement and family ties in the area. He is survived by relatives and friends who recall his civic spirit.
Wednesday and Thursday program teases new excitement with Frank Buck's Bing Em Back Alive and Jungle fights. A Thursday 3 45 pm matinee is planned for school children, offering a real film treat beyond staged scenes.
A 2021 program features a drama of laughter and tears with Mitzi Green as Little Orphan Annie. The matinee also screens the first episode of Heroes of the West catering to fans of the western serial.
A list of upcoming events includes a Meatloaf supper at State Street M E Church on January 18 by the Epworth League. February brings a three act play Get ting Acquainted with Madge at DeWolf Memorial Chapel by Alpha Chapter C E on Feb 2, a Bridge and Bingo Party at Guiteras House on Feb 9 for Flower Fund, a Bingo party and dance at St. Rita's Girls' Club on Feb 14, a turkey dinner at the Guiteras House on Feb 15 by the Congregational Club, and the Washington Ball at Bristol Casino on Feb 21 by the Bristol Train of Artillery.
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