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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1931
Page
3
United Brothers Lodge No 13 hosts a visitation by James Wood Lodge No 30 of Providence. The traveling block and gavel will be presented to the local order as the visiting lodge travels through state lodges. Spindle City talent from Fall River will perform followed by refreshments in the banquet hall.
A fragment from the Des Moines Tribune hints at reflections on silence and indecision. The quote notes that many men think twice before speaking but ultimately offer nothing of value.
Girl Scouts of Goldenrod Troop No. 1 worked toward next two weeks badge work. The Court of Awards is set for February 4. On Saturdays 11 scouts hiked to Poppasquash and cooked lunch by shore fires. seven achieved fire building for second class badge. Barbara Huestis and Peggy Mathewson hosted a party for the scout captain and lieutenant. others pursue scribe, citizen, and needlewoman badges.
Boise City in Idaho is cited as possibly the only place worldwide with a natural hot water stream. Local residents and researchers note the warm water source is a distinctive feature of the town.
Senator Joseph C. Kinder introduced resolutions in the Senate mourning the death of Judge Frank H. Hammill of Bristol. The resolutions recount Hammill’s career from Bristol House member and speaker to probate judge and district court judge, noting his public service, generosity, and tragic death at age 52, and express the Assembly’s condolences to his widow. A certified copy of the resolution will be sent to Mrs Hammill.
Isabel W Hoffman thanks Chief Grabert and Phoenix firemen for prompt efficient action in extinguishing a chimney fire at Colt Apartments. She notes their careful handling prevented water damage and further harm to the apartment.
Writer Halsey Chase recounts Florida's tropical flora at Royal Palm Park near Cape Sable and details the state’s large scale Sugar Industry. He describes pioneer drainage efforts around Lake Okeechobee, the Southern Sugar Company with a four million dollar mill at Clewiston, cane fields, and early use of machines to replace labor, plus the path toward expanded acreage and new mills as sugar production aims to cut costs.
Veterans at the Soldiers' Home were visited by a large Saylesville Post American Legion delegation and Ladies Auxiliary. The Saylesville Band, directed by John Ashworth, performed with dances, solos, a comedy sketch, readings, and refreshments provided to the veterans. Next Sunday the Women's Relief Corps Soldiers' Home Committee will visit the home.
The Bristol Train of Artillery prepares for the 155th anniversary and 83rd annual Washington Ball at the State Armory on February 20. Invitations will target chartered military groups across New England and nearby states. Governor Norman S. Case expected. An orchestral concert and entertainment accompany the event with Edward A. Currier Jr. as general floor director and multiple sub committees led by Lt Col Edwin S. Godfrey and others handling music refreshments printing decorations reception ushers and guard of honor.
Funeral services for Miss Harriet Nelson Warren were held Sunday afternoon at her 142 High Street home. Rev. Anthony R. Parshley of St. Michael's Church officiated as mourners gathered. Interment followed at North Cemetery with bearers Edward E. Bunn Leon EB. McCaw Edward D. Kunz and Arthur Bunn of Providence attending.
Unexplored country remains vast in the world with large tracts in the Amazon region Brazil Antarctica Africa and numerous Pacific islands. Advances in exploration and mapping continue to reveal remote locales and potential resources across several continents.
In 1911 the SOS distress signal replaced the earlier C and D code in maritime and telegraphic use, becoming the universal emergency call. The change standardized calls for help across ships and stations worldwide.
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