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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1935
Page
3
The sermon recalls the childhood of Jesus in Nazareth and the evolving picture of Him as wisdom grows. It notes the shadow of the Cross as the turning point from carefree youth to obedience and purpose. It urges living with unselfish love and fair play to improve the world.
Mrs J W Abbott aged 87, mother of Mrs J T Drury, died recently in Dedham Mass. Services are at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Dedham on Tuesday January 22.
Colt Memorial overwhelmed Providence Trade 42 to 4 in an interscholastic game at the city gym. The Bristol team moved to fifth in the standings as Coach Ian M. Walker used frequent substitutions and local scorers led the effort with Calt Carvaturo at 14 points and Pip Securo at 11. hibbert Palumbo and Longo added the 4 Trade markers.
A reflective verse praises a resilient smile that endures when life turns difficult. It asserts the true test of character lies in maintaining warmth and grace amid trouble and tears, valuing inner strength over worldly praise.
The Bristol Business Men Association held its annual meeting in Hasbrouck block Tuesday evening drawing a fair attendance of local business men. The session continued with discussions and was to be continued at a later date.
The officers elected were President Charles B. Rockwell Vice President J H Young Secretary William M Connery Treasurer Edward Kunz and an executive committee. Ex offic o members include A Johnson for three years J F Farrally three years F M Dimond A P Nerone two years and E G Cobleigh one year.
Judge O L Bosworth delivered an engaging and instructive talk to High School pupils on Wednesday morning. His address focused on the Development of the West and its implications for students and future progress.
John P Reynolds began harvesting ice on his pond Monday and finished the first cutting today. The quality is good with thickness from 1 to 12 inches. The Leahy brothers also harvested a good crop averaging slightly less than Reynolds. Morris brothers’ ponds show about 4 inches of ice thickness as they were only partly filled when the cold weather set in.
The ice on the mill pond at the harbor head is about a foot thick and has hosted skating this past week. Ice boats Twenty-three owned by A H Flint Jr and Osprey owned by Ellery Ingraham have been on the ice, though wind has failed to propel them yet. Coasting on Cook and Long Hill has been good for several days.
Last evening at the fire station 50 to 60 members and guests enjoyed an excellent turkey supper prepared by Theodore Rawson. Augustus A Granelle hosted as toastmaster with speeches by fire chief and local officials, the hall decorated with flags and Juniper saplings, the event lasting until about 11. The same day the Brown University Glee Mandolin and Orchestral Clubs performed at Colt Memorial High School Auditorium for the Bristol Teachers Retirement Fund.
A two hour entertainment in Bristol bowls draws crowds at three alleys with free shoe offers. Local leagues feature Mike Proto and Frank Dimond as stars, plus comedians like Des Lauriers and Perry. Friday sees Merchant League action at State Street, while Saturday hosts junior circuits and out of town showdowns.
A 10-round main event features Bucky Lawless of Syracuse and Tony Bemto of Worcester. Benito, DiCiantis victor, and Bridges versus Rielly headline a lively undercard with Norman versus Trescott and Pazienza versus Cortez in Fall River.
Citizens notice a newly installed neon electric sign on the front of a local Bristol drug store on Hope Street. The same area from the Bank building to State Street shows a poor sidewalk repair condition, especially evident in wet weather.
The article praises Beatrice Lillie as an incomparable performer on stage and radio. It highlights her versatility as a singer, speaker, and mime artist and notes listeners who missed her Friday night air program missed a great entertainment event.
Belated congratulations to Bedstol student nurses who have passed the essential examinations and earned the honor of wearing a cap, beginning their journey toward the Graduate Nurse diploma.
Several new 35 automobiles shine and glide around town in regal splendor. Owners are portrayed as lucky and prosperous amid the bustling streets reflecting a period of wealth.
Ideal coasting conditions bring scores of sliders to Bay View avenue Cook hill and Ferry hill nightly. Young and old crowd the slopes using sleds and reaches, with many other short inclines drawing participation.
A nostalgic column recalls Lloyd Hamilton an actor comedian once popular on early screens. His death prompts reflection while the writer jokes about reader letters and the desire for uplifting content.
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