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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1923
Page
4
A new civilian flag code was adopted at a conference in Washington, urging 60 organizations to promote flag respect and The Star Spangled Banner study. States urged to enact uniform display laws in schools parks and public buildings.
Funeral services for John Brechin Sr aged about 80 who died Friday were held at 2 PM yesterday at his son’s home 34 Byfield Street with Rev Francis R Enslin officiating. Buried at North Cemetery. Survived by two sons Peter and John and five daughters with 17 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Also note another funeral for Miss Ellen Galvin at St Marys Church followed by Mass.
The Church School at State Street MOF Church held a noon Children Day program led by Superintendent Harrys Town. The service featured hymns and recitations by primary and junior departments, including pieces like The Garden and Our Flag, with remarks by Rev Charles W. Martin and a collection for students’ aid noting 25,000 aided since 1868.
Italian Society of Bristol held a ceremony at Italian Hall to bless two flags, one Italian and one American, with a street parade led by Barrington band and Bristol Boy Scouts. Speakers included Ernesto Ruggiero and Rev Fr Antonio Lauro.
Officiants of the International Veterans association representing 13 000 ex service men from eight countries seek public opinion to urge heads of government to back a world peace program. Charles Bertrand, French deputy and association president, told H. Nelson Jackson of the American Legion that he will meet the League of Nations president to discuss decisions and seek guidance for the association’s course.
The General Manager accuses the new assistant to the superintendent of being a detective. The superintendent swears the claim is true, noting the assistant’s punctual mornings, diligent work, and late-night departures as evidence of secret investigative duties.
Charles Sartini argues that good feet do not require oversized or oddly shaped shoes. He cites Dr. William Scholl and notes seven of ten people suffer foot trouble. Sartini offers free demonstrations of a non noticeable Dr Scholl appliance that supports foot bones, relieves pain, and restores function without sacrificing style.
The Bristol Athletic Association held its second annual social and supper at State street club rooms with about 150 in attendance. Guest of honor Jack Giaenen presented a four round exhibition featuring Young Brown, with strong applause for the pair. Four round bouts included Young Almeida versus Young Sey, Young Borges versus Young Muirttt, and Wad Sammy versus Jack Morris, plus sparring by local boxers.
The Bristol area announces a series of events in July with afternoon and evening times. Activities include a Second Grand Carnival by Bristol Acre No 953 Fraternal Order, a Lawn Party at the First Congregational Church with Congregational Club, a Garden Party on Knights of Columbus Grounds by Bristol Council No 379 and Hope Carele No 70 Daughters of Isabella, and a Wednesday Thursday Bazaar at the Holmes House.
A loving memory honors our dear departed husband William Walker who passed away in July 1922. He is remembered with affection by his family and friends in this in memoriam notice.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to kind relatives and friends who sympathized during our bereavement and expressed sympathy with many beautiful floral offerings sent for Alf.
James S. Hacking and William J. Merrigan announce the dissolution of their partnership at Bristol carried on as the Constitution Street Garage. Merrigan retires from the firm on June 20, 1923, with Hacking continuing the business under the same name.
Judge Edward A. Veady presided as Probate Court disposed docket items. Final accounts and petitions were typically allowed or continued to July 16, with bonds set for executors and administrators including $25,000 $60,000 and $2,500. Real estate sales and appraisers noted for several estates.
Industrial Trust Company trustee transfers to Antonio Campagna and wife land on Brad ord street. Angelo Panzarella to Pietro Azzarone land on Gooding Manor. Joseph C Corriveau to Ellen F E McCourt Attleboro lot at Bristol Narrows. Moses W Whitney to Jacob Bassing land west of Prospect street and Catherine Prospect street. John Porter to Adamo Mancini and wife house east Prospect street. Joseph W Bryden to Leah B Young and heirs to Elyah Gray farm. William Henry Church estate to Alice Livingston Attleboro three Bristol Narrows lots. Frank A Cummings Attleboro to Herbert Linkletter and wife Bristol Narrows land and buildings. Leslie F Hooker New Berlin NY to Albina Elsie Bodell Jotland Bristol Highlands. Providence Real Estate Improvement Co to William M Skeel Providence three Beach Terrace lots. Rosa F Lindsey to Ferdinand lastello and wife house west Wood street. William W Perry to Joseph Quintal and wife three Silver Creek lots. Highlands Realty Co to Frank Mi oo Terra land and buildings west Main road. Edwin B Church et al to Highlands Realty Co West Main road tract part of Heary Church estate. Highlands Realty Co to Mary F Morgan Providence Thomas R Clayton Providence Frederick B Wilcox and Clara L Wilcox. Manuel Santos to Marian Lewis and wife two Gooding Manor lots.
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