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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1936
Page
2
The Town Council president took a firm stand against selling beer at the Mount Hope Bay beach. The lease forbids intoxicants on the premises to keep a wholesome atmosphere for women and children, especially Sundays, and to avoid disturbances.
East Providence organizer George Rodericks brings Larry Canfield, Brown University standout and LaSalle cross country titleist, to Bristol for a local NYA meet. Local Bristol entrants include Henry and George Sylvia, sons of Patrolman Henry J. Sylvia Jr., with several LaSalle track veterans also entered. Girls from Bristol will run the one mile, while other Bristol athletes, plus named rivals, compete in the afternoon program.
Bristol Boy Scout delegates will travel to Camp Yawgoog in Rockville RI for one to two week sessions. Buses from Elks Auditorium will transport troops. visit day is expected for Bristol families. Signups close before Sunday noon with Commissioner Gorge Ro Fish.
Notice records the administration of the estate of Anna Xaviee July lith in Brestel Rhode Island. It lists the probate court, clerk, and official public steps, warning all potential claimants to file within the statutory period.
Miss Elvira P. Paull enjoys a two week vacation from Carr Manufacturing Co. Mr and Mrs Bernard and family visit in town. Edgehill Temple fundraiser tea hosted by Mrs Robert Steen. Fireman parade chief marshal Gen J H Callan leads staff of aides. Dog bite injures Louis Stanzione. Dr Rego treats with anti toxin. Bristol officers on two week vacations. Arthur W Sheldon acts in Providence office. Automobile for hire must be licensed and insured. Lornehus J Gallagher anniversary celebration. Donations to Bristol Children's Home include vegetables and treats. Doris May Martelly visits New Haven. Francisco Abelheiro injured by glass. Girl Scout Ship Vigilant enacts rowing practice at Herreshoff estate. Carlo Rinaldi injured by car on Wood Street. Velocca driver cited. Dorothy Freitas visiting Bristol. Margaret Esteves guests from Brooklyn. Corset sale advertised. Andrade and Torres hosting visitors from New York. Williams and DeWolf hosts. Mrs Victoria vacationing at Old Orchard Beach. Dora Bailey returns to Staten Island Hospital. Mousseau family visiting Greenport. Ivy Guild outing in Newport attended by 35 members. J William Wood chaired arrangements.
Single man seeks furnished room in a private family with board possible. If interested write Box A care Bristol Phoenix.
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