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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1934

Page

4

Sinclair Lewis critique and hotel life in Work of Art

Professor William Lyon Phelps and J. B. Priestley discuss Sinclair Lewis’s Work of Art and Dodsworth with emphasis on hotel life depicted by propulsive notebook research. The review contrasts Myron Weagle’s ascent in hotel management with Effie May’s domestic complacency and the novel’s ironic ending.

J. B. Priestly Sinclair Lewis William Lyon Phelps Dodsworth Mr Priestly Mr. Priestly Mr. Lewis Connecticut Myron Weagle Myron Lewis Pature Europe Effie May Luke Miron Donald Adams Good Edith Wharton Meron Sinccair Lewis Weagle

Hatchet Victim Improves as Husband Remains in Custody

Mrs Mary Cambra of 400 Snell Street Fall River, wounded by husband Joseph Cambra, shows improvement after morning hospital care at St Anne's. Cambra is committed to New Bedford House of Correction in lieu of $20,000 bail and faces a hearing on July 14.

Mary Cambra Snellstreet St Anne's Hospital Joseph Cambra Cambra New Bedford House of Correction

Glider Pilot Dies After Wing Collapse Crash

Cilbert Baker of East Orange New Jersey died after a glider crash near there yesterday. He was extricated from the wreckage and taken to the Veterans Hospital where physicians pronounced him dead.

Cilbert Baker East Orange Veterans Hospital

Bristol Milk Prices Revised Under New Schedule

A new minimum price schedule for milk and cream went into effect in the Providence sales area including Bristol. Pints rise relative to quarts, with a 12 cent quart minimum for milk and 14 cents for Grade A milk. pints listed at 8 and 9 cents. The Rhode Island Milk Control Board enforces the changes to stabilize the market and threatens immediate prosecution for violations.

Providence Bristol RI State Milk Control Board John L. Rego

Political Gossip in Manchester Supporter Groups for Rhode Island Candidates

The Manchester crowd reports Franco Americans backing U S Senator Felix Hebert of West Warwick while another faction backs Eddie Dowling of Lincoln for Senate. An East Providence leader defends Roosevelt’s choice of Norman Case of Narragansett Terrace for a federal post. Roosevelt’s Rhode Island ties and trustful allies are highlighted.

Manchester N H U. S Felix Hebert West Warwick Eddie Dowling Lincoln Roosevelt Norman Case Narragansett Terrace East Providence Franklin Delano Roosevelt Rhode Island

Rhode Island political mentions name several candidates

The text lists potential Republican and Democratic contenders in Rhode Island politics. Philip Joslin is noted as a leading Republican candidate for Governor with references to Judge Letts as a possible banner leader. Luig De Pasquale is named for Secretary of State, challenging Capell. Will Ready eyes Washington, Gus Connery proposed for State Senator, with George Saxton and Charles F Monahan also discussed as candidates.

Philip Joslin Rhode Island Rhode Island General Assembly Judgiary Superior Court Judge Letts Luig de Pasquale Mr Cappell Gus Connery Providence Hrene Creorge Saxton Charles F Monahan Democrats Town Committee

Oldtimers Night Prominent Officials Attend Providence Firemen

The Providence Veteran Firemen plan an old-timers night on Tuesday July 1 with over 100 Republican and Democratic office holders invited. Mayor Mortimer Sullivan of Newport is expected to deliver an oratorical address. Chester A Brickley chairs the organizing committee for the Pioneer Hall on South Main Street.

Providence Mortimer Sullivan Newport Chester A Brickley Pioneer Hall South Wain Street

Senatorial nomination talk sparks Rhode Island debate

A Rhode Island newspaper figure comments that Peter Goelet Gerry has the nomination sewn up and would win easily, while others dispute the claim and warn that thousands of Republicans may not back Hebert. The chatter reflects local political maneuvering and media influence on the contest.

Peter Goelet Gerry Hebert Rhode Island

Local politics swirl as Laveyr reenters State Senate race

In political circles Tom Laveyr is set to enter the State Senate race again while Prescott Paull reportedly has robust backing from leading Democrats and would influence party organization.

Tom Laveyr Prescott Paull

Quinn allies prepare fierce fight at state convention

A Democratic insider says Bob Quinn supporters plan a full-scale, bitter struggle at the State Convention to secure the governorship, signaling intense contest and packed backing for Quinn.

Bob Quinn Quinn

Bristol Fistic Preview Promises Notable Amateur Card

A rare Bristol program tomorrow features top amateur talent from Brooklyn Boston Rhode Island and the U S Navy with Metropolitan champions from New York and Boston headlining. Angelo Bruscato meets Ray Gallante while Frankie Caruso faces Tony Capp in a five round semi final with other four round bouts planned. A possible exhibition between Tony Shuc co and Sparring mate may close the card as Rosenbloom moves toward a title bid by defeating Al Gamor.

Bristol Brooklyn Boston Mass Rhode Island U. S. Navy New York Angelo Bruscato Ray Gallante Bruscato Simon-Pure Frankie Caruso South Providence Tony Capp East Boston Frankie Capp Tony Shucco England Shucco Slappsie Maxie Rosenblooom al Gamor Demon New Haven Conn

Democratic standard bearer Quinn Leads Senate Battle

Lieutenant Governor Quinn is highlighted as the Democratic standard bearer in a charge over the Senate, described as carrying on the battle of the people without wavering. The summary underscores leadership and political struggle.

Quinn Battle of the People Senate Ainching

Town clashes prompt petition to reprimand officer

In Fast Providence a policeman confronted merrymakers from a civic club returning from an outing. The club plans a petition to the Town Council asking for the officer's reprimand. Clarence Horton is named Republican state senator candidate by the town committee. Len McLaughlin may become police chief depending on the election outcome.

Providence Clarence Horton Fast Len McLaughlin Charlie Monahan Gerry Outfit Lenardson Ray Rose

Republican Party Opens Campaign Against the New Deal

In Washington Henry P Fletcher the new Republican National Committee chairman calls to smash the Administration’s New Deal claiming it puts government over the people. He argues the New Deal stems from a bureaucratic state and asserts the party will fight to replace Democrats with Republicans, noting it contradicts the 142 year old Independence resolution.

Washington Republican National Committee Henry P Fletcher Philadelphia Republican Party

Independence Day Twilight League clash Ever Ready Defiance

More than 500 baseball fans will watch the Bristol Twilight League playoff game between Ever Ready and Defiance at Thames Street Park. Manager Raymond Brightman fields veterans Doctor Spike Murphy and Jimmie Garvin for Defiance, with Curly Desilets Babe Ethier and Chappie Oliver notable contributors. Callery plans full-strength lineup with Carreira or McGrath or Sousa pitching and Doran or Mans catching.

Johnnie Joseph Dom J. Langello Raymond Brightman Spike” Murphy Jimmie Garvin Thames St. Firemen Neck Rangers Defiance Curly” Desilets Babe Ethier Chappie Oliver Charles E. Callery Hut’ ‘Carreira Tom McGrath Frankie Sousa Columbia Bill” Doran Marts Mans

Stanzione Held On Assault Charges In Bristol Case

Sabatino Stanzione known as a Bristol tough was arrested on assault with a dangerous weapon charges after a knife attack on Domenic Troiano and his cousin in East Cambridge. He posted no bond and awaits a preliminary hearing. the elder Troiano required stitches to facial and chest wounds.

Sabatino Stanzione Bristol Domenic Troiano Coggeshall Avenue Ninth Street East Cambridge Mass Bradford Street Wood Street Justice of the Peace Joseph A Hammill Stanmiss Aphneplet Benjamin F Lindemuth Fifth District Bristol County Troiano Massachusetts A F D'Ange Christini Stanzione

Junior Auxiliary Unit Makes First Parade Appearance

The junior unit of the American Legion Auxiliary of Kearney Post No 6 will debut in the parade tomorrow. All members are daughters of Legion members with Miss Helen Condon in charge. The group meets at GAR hall at 9 o'clock.

Jnnior Organization The American Legion Auxiliary Kearney No 6 Daughters of Legion Helen Condon Gar Hall

Community events calendar highlights local church fundraisers

July events list across Hope Street venues include afood sale by the Congregational Club of First Congregational Church in Thomas Building on July 13. A July 19 bridge party and food sale proceed from Parish Aid Society of Trinity Church. July 21 features a bridge party and lawn tea at the Gutteras House hosted by Christian Endeavor Society.

Congregational Club First Congregational Church Thomas Building Hope Street Trinity Church Gutteras House Christian Endeavor Society Beachmont Land Company Bristol Rhode Island Franklin Street Frank Paul John Reposa Gideon Gifford William H. Gifford Sophia L. Gifford Manuel M. Pacheco Irene A. Pacheco Collings Chase Chase Collins Street Antonetta D'Alessio Industrial Trust Company

Column remarks on Timely Topics for our town welfare

Local readers are invited to send written comments on Timely Topics affecting our town. The note encourages participation to discuss welfare and community interest.

Tms Coleman

Ever Ready Olympian Protest Clarified by Local Club

In a letter to the editor the Ever Ready Fire Co Ever-Ready Olympian protest explanation cites Rule 37 on held balls and runner placement. The writer notes an overflow crowd on the Common requires ground rules and criticizes the umpire for not ruling on the ball handling incident.

Reach Baseball Guide

Independence Day Postal Schedule Issued by Postmaster

Acting Postmaster William F. McShane announces July 4 closures and open lobby hours. No collections deliveries rural or general mail. Money order registry and postal savings shut all day. Stamp windows closed. Lobby open 7 am to 6 pm.

William F. McShane

Mails Dispatch Times and休日 Schedule Noted

Mails dispatched at 7:15 and 9:45 A M 5 40 7 15 P M 7 15 P M omitted Saturdays Sundays 4 50 P M ig 5 40 P M Jan 1 Feb 22 received 6 20 7 10 A M 2 05 5 05 6 55 P M 6 55 P M train omitted Saturdays

Bristol Townies to Play U S S Medusa Aggregation

Bristol town team under manager Kid Hope prepares a Fourth of July baseball game against the U S S Medusa a Newport duty ship with a 600 sailor crew. The match starts at 3 30 p m on the Common drawing a large holiday crowd. Medusa features a bearded star and a strong ball club ready to challenge the locals.

Bristol Kid” Hope U.S.S. Medusa United States Navy Newport Medusa Hope Jackie Marsden Whitey” Mello Leo Mansi Oscar Herzig Pip Paul Bruno Marsden van Voast Bernie Quartaro Baker Perry Biancuzzo Mott Colt High Sailor

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Libris al Smith James B. Lee Defiance Ever Ready Desilets Flanagan R. F. Perry Ss. Duarte F. H. Menard LeMaire Dr. E. Murphy Jim Garvin D’ambrosio P. Ethier R. F. Caruso F. . Oliver M. F. McGrath R. F. E. Menard R. F Ever-Ready Fire Co Domenico de Cristofaro W Perry Addy & Moulton Post Office Bristol Townies U.S.S Medusa Aggregation By James B. Lee E. W. Weaver & Son Building Contractors High Street Dorchester Mutual L. Watson Co., Inc Weybosset Street R. L Robert J. McKay G. W. Simmons William Street Tel G. E. Garvin Richmond St Thames St Suzman G. M. Wilbur Constitution ST John C. Trudell Second St Bristol District Nursing Association Martha Graham Hope St Thyra Carlson High St Canzire’s Express Frank Lanzire
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