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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1926

Page

4

Funeral services for Miss Dora May Slade

Funeral services for Miss Dora May Slade were held at her home on Hope Street this afternoon with Rev. James J. Goodacre officiating. Floral tributes came from church groups and societies. Bearers were Herbert B Burnham Jr, Leonard Sanford, John T Ashton and Frank H Buffinton. Burial followed at North Cemetery.

Dora May Slade Hope Street James J. Goodacre First Congregational Church Congregational Club Sunday School The Congregational Church Woman's Home Missionary Society Herbert B Burnham, Jr Leonard #. Sanford John T. Ashton Frank H Buffinton North Cemetery

Estate of Westcote H. Chesebrough Second Account

The Bristol Probate Court accepts and refers the guardian George E Leighton s second account for the estate of ward Westcote H Chesebrough. A hearing is set for February 1 1926 at 10 00 A M in Bristol Probate Court. Notice is ordered published in the Bristol Phoenix for fourteen days weekly.

Robath Bristol Westcote H. Chesebrough George E. Leighton Westcote H. Chenerough The Bristol Phoenix John W Ghurch

Probate Court Notices for Trudell Estates in Bristol

Probate Court of Bristol on January 11 1926 hears Emily B Trudell administrator of Henry Pawl Trudell estate present first and final account with sale of real estate to be reviewed and published for fourteen days in Bristol Phoenix. Guardian Emily B Trudell to present first account for Muriel Barbara Trudell minor ward by February 1 1926 with weekly Bristol Phenix notices.

Bristol Henry Pawl Trudell Emily B. Trudell Probate Bristol Phoenix John W. Church Robate Court Muriel Barbara Trudell Emily B Trudell Aald Ward Bristol Phenix John W Church

Guardian petition for James Seymore in Bristol

In Bristol on January 14 1926 petition by Susan M Sheple requests guardianship of James Seymore a person of full age. The matter is referred to February 1 1826 at 10 AM in the Probate Court Room for consideration with fourteen days notice to be published in the Bristol Phenix and citations served as law.

Bristol James Seymore Susan M Sheple Bristol Phenix John W. Church

Guardian Named for Tra W Arnol in Bristol Ward

Guardian of the person and estate Tra W Arnol appointed by the Bristol Probate Court. Guardian USAN M. SHHPLE. to filed claims against ward within six months from first advertisement.

Bristol Usan M. Shhple John W. Church

Probate Court in Bristol Opens Isabelle Flint Will

The Probating Court of the Town of Bristol on January 15, 1926, considers the written instrument presented as the last will and testament of Isabelle E. Flint, late of Bristol, deceased. The case relocates to a hearing set for February MM, with probate action underway.

Bristol Isabelle E. Flint

Revival Meetings Near Closing At Local Churches

Rev Howard V Miler evangelist conducts ten day revival at First Baptist Church under Church of the Nazarene. Sermons titled The Greatest Thing in the World and Gods Appointment. F C Smith leads music. services draw growing interest and may conclude with Sunday morning and evening programs.

First Baptist Church Howard V. Miler Church of the Nazarene Mr. Muller F. C. Smith Mr Miller

Fire at Union Street quelled by volunteers at noon

A noon blaze at 77 Union Street started in a storm porch. Leon E. McCaw sighted it and tried to fight it with water before alerting the 29th district at 12 10. Chemicals aided suppression and the recall rang at 12 35. Miss Mabel L Gardner resided on the second floor. the home belonged to the estate of Annie W Fitch.

Union Street Leon E. McCaw McCaw Mabel L Gardner Annie W Fitch

Old Age Reverenced Among Eskimo Tribes

Eskimo culture shows deep respect for elders who advise and assist at home. In winter scarcity families share meat and oil, while in plenty each family fends for itself but widows and orphans receive priority care. Widows provide services in exchange for food lodging and clothing.

Three Wise Monkeys Curse Not to See Hear Speak Evil

In Nikko Japan a mural shows Mizaru Mikazaru and Mazaru the three monkeys who see hear and speak no evil. The legend teaches a moral about minding one’s own affairs and avoiding meddling in others’ matters.

Nikko Japan Mizaru Mikazaru Mazaru

Rough Stuff in London Mall Ends in Tragedy

A terse tale describes a man wooing a woman with costly gifts, his loyalty, and conflicts as she coldly resists him. He is knocked down after losing temper and the couple’s story ends with conflicting motives and an unhappy note despite affection.

London Mall

For Rent Two Rooms Upstairs Corner of Averie State Streets

Two rooms available for rent with improvements. Upstairs unit at the corner of Averie and State streets. Apply at Dimond's.

Averie State Streets Dimond

Radio lecture at Y M C A urges government control and education

A speaker praised radio’s public value and predicted a bright educational future while urging government control so the public could access what it wants when wanted. He highlighted Dutee W. Flint, offered readings and songs, and received sustained applause.

Dutee W. Flint Pierce Frank M. Dimond W Fred Williams Elmer B Mathewson

Turkey Supper Supports Bristol Troop 5 Fund

One hundred forty turkey suppers were served at Trinity parish house on Wednesday evening from 5 30 to 7 30 by the Mothers Council of Troop 5 Bristol Boy Scouts to aid the troop. The dining room featured flags and yellow candles. Committee members included Mrs Frederic B Brownell Mrs Charles O F Thompson Mrs Thomas P Brightman Mrs Herman C Farr and Mrs Henry W Boynton. Assistants included Troop 5 officers and patrol leaders and Goldenrod Troop No 1 Bristol Girl Scouts led by Capt Celestina Boutlin who also oversaw waitresses.

Trinity Parish House Mothers’ Council Troop Bristol Boy Scouts Frederic B. Brownell Charles O. F Thompson Thomas P Brightman Herman C Farr Henry W Boynton

Bristol Boy Scout Bazar Free Admission for Scouts

Scout troops announce free admission for all scouts to the bazaar in GAR Hall tomorrow evening. Troop 4 Bristol will be inspected by the Deputy Commissioner this evening and indoor rally practice plus patrol meetings are planned. A special Boy Scout Week program for Feb 7 14 is being arranged to be announced next week. The Pinetrees and Robins lead the donation ticket contest so far.

Gar Hall Bristol Pinetrees Robins

Bristol Y to Meet Providence Y in Narragansett League Clash

Bristol Y faces Providence Y tomorrow evening at the local YMCA in a Two-State League game in the Narragansett section. A previous one-point Bristol loss in Providence suggests another close contest with Phelan Gregory Butterworth Carroll and Mello in the Providence lineup. A fast preliminary will feature the Y Triangles and the Hh Club teams.

Bristol Providence Narragansett YMCA Phelan Gregory Butterworth Carroll Mello

Bristol Boy Scouts Bazaar Offers Weekend Fun

The Bristol Troops of Boy Scouts of America will continue their bazaar at A R Hall tomorrow evening with special attractions and amusement promised for attendees. The Peppy Jazbos provide up-to-date music for dancing as larger crowds enjoy each Saturday night.

Bristol Boy Scouts of America

Pleasant surprise birthday party at Mrs Norris home

A group of Mrs Litlian R Norris friends held a surprise birthday gathering at Congregational Street last Saturday evening. Fifteen guests from Providence attended, with games, a musical program, and refreshments after congratulations were extended.

Litlian R Norris Congregational Street

Saleme Family Obituary Notice in Local Journal

In this town on January 27, Joan Furtado Saleme aged 83 years passed away. The obituary notes a long life and local ties, with family and community references.

Saleme Joan Furtado Saleme

In Memoriam Dear Mother Passes July 1925

In memory of my dear mother who died in July 1925. Death robbed me of the one I loved so well. In sorrow I think of her safe home with God. Her loving son Edward A Sullivan and family note the loss and the changes since that day.

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Probate Court Approves Sale of Minor Estate Interest

In Bristol on December 14 1925 Guardian George E Leighton petitioned to sell Westcote H Chesebrough minor’s two seventh s undivided farm share in Poppasquash Property Bristol. The 64.75 acre tract includes Narragansett Bay waters and tolls right of way over Poppasquash Road. Sale set for 1926 at 10 AM in Probate Court Bristol with notice via Bristol Phoenix weekly.

Bri&tol Westcote H. Chese George E. Leighton H. Chegebreigh Bristol Pappasquash Neck Narragansett Bay Samuel P. Colt Francis DeWolf George Augustus Lang John Brown Herreshoff Lung Point Pleasant Farm Pappasquash Point Ancis DeWoilf Poppasquash Point Poppasquash Westcote H. Chese Westcote H Chesebrough Chesebrough Poppasquagh Road Caroline Chesebrough Westcote H. Chesebrough Bristol Phoenix John W Church

Warren Market Street Plat No 118 119 Property Boundary Description

Property records describe land on the Warren Market Street area tied to Plat Nos 118 and 119 under the 1923 Law. The document defines center line references from Sta 0-29.7 to Sta 100-04.70 and details parcels on the westerly and easterly sides of Market Street with bounds, walls, hedges, and lines offset from the center line. Signed by the State Board of Public Roads and attested by Clerk G R Wellington, this description accompanies Plat No 113 and was filed in December A D 1925.

Warren- Market St State Board of Public Roads Warren Market St Market Street Sta Sta. 20 Gard R. L State Board OF Public Roads Abram L. Atwood Benjamin F. Robinson Frank Cole G. R. Wellington R. J. State Board of Public Roads

Estate of Maria Santo seeks administrator in Bristol

January 12 1926 in Bristol a writ requests Dom Enico Santo husband of Maria Santo late of Bristol deceased intestate to be appointed administrator of the estate. The request was received and ordered to run weekly in the Bristol Phenix for notice.

Bristol 1926 Will of Bridget Minahan Presented for Probate

Estate of Bridget Minahan presented for probate in Bristol on January 11 1926. A Will and Testament purporting to be said Bridget Scena late of Bristol is offered for probate in the Probate Court Room Bristol. Clerk John Church to supervise proceedings.

Bristol Bridget Minahan Bridget Scena Ratel Piven John Church

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