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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1939

Page

4

Scouts Find Hidden Treasure During Camp Wamponoag Hunt

At Camp Wamponoag Bristol the Flying Horses patrol led by Anthony Balzano found a hidden treasure after assembling eight map pieces. George Sousa located the burlap wrapped prize containing fruit for the First Troop, Boy Scouts of America participants. The event included a bay swim and plans for Camp Yawgoog the week of July 31. Scoutmasters George R Fish Maynard Suzman and Frank Sousa directed the evening.

Flying Horse Anthony Balzano Camp Wampanoag Bristol Boy Scouts of America George Sousa Scout Sousa Yawgoog George R Fish Maynard Suzman Frank Sousa

Story telling picnic snapshots by John van Guilder

A guide to taking narrative style photographs at picnics and outings. Emphasizes capturing sequences that show what happens, where, and how from arrival to evening activities. Advises arranging scenes with moving actions and candid moments to avoid stiff posed looks.

Ummer

Nancy Belle wins Herreshoff 12 1-2 footer race

All 14 boats competed in the second Saturday series heat. Teddy Congdon aboard Nancy Belle finished first in 1 hour 23 minutes 17 seconds as wind shifted from northwest to southwest. The field finished tightly packed with boats four to seven crossing within ten seconds of each other.

Herreshoff Teddy Congdon Nancy Belle Bristol Yacht Club Portsmouth Hog Island

Funeral Rites for Mrs Angelina Ferrara Held in Bristol

A high mass of requiem was said at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church for Mrs Angelina Ferrara widow of Pasquale Ferrara who died Saturday morning at St Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. The committal service followed at St Marys Cemetery read by Fr Barnett. Bearers from Bristol included Michel and Oliver Diodati Jerry Russo Carl Velleca Tours Cirdo and John Principe. Born in Scafati Italy she came to America 30 years ago and lived in Bristol. survived by four daughters and several grandchildren.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Angelina Ferrara Pasquale Ferrara St. Joseph's Hospital Anthons Barnett St Marys Cemetery Barnott Michel Diodati Warren Oliver Diodati Jerry Russo Carl Velleca Tours Cirdlo John Principe Bristol Natie Scafati Italy Ferrara Raffael Maria Fienga America Holy Rosars Secrets of Antonimno Arpaia Brooklyn Joseph Diodati Lugs Trieste Fercera Salevatore Ferrara Narragansett Pier Frank Matthew Ralph Ferrara

Parella Heads Outing Committee at Mt. Carmel Church

Joseph J. Parella was chosen chair man of the generalized outing committee of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church at a meeting in Parish Hall. James Salzano became vice chairman Miss Josephine Bruno secretary and James J Velleca treasurer. The August 6 outing date was set with site to be announced at the next Friday meeting. The gathering also included Rev. Joseph Sorzano Rev. Anthony Bainotti and several parishioners.

Joseph J. Parella Our Lady of Mt. Carmel James Salzano Josephine Bruno James J. Velleca Joseph Sorzano Anthony Bainotti Matteo Principe Leonardo Digati Anne Santulli Santo Matrone Mary Turillo Louis A. Guida Orlando J. Bisbano Michael W. Pasquarelli

Scout activities and events at Bristol and Narragansett areas

The Bugle and Drum Corps meet at Scout Hall at 7 pm for practice and planning of two competitions this month. Sea Scouts sail a treasure hunt at Camp Wampanoag with Drum Corps practice and a regatta schedule at Camp Waygoose. Cub Pack 14 meets at Start Hall Wednesdays at 6 for outdoor sessions. Camp Wampanoag development progress includes visits by Harold Williams and Dr E W Talcott with Chef William Bradshaw observing.

Bristol Troones Boy Scouts of America Wall Scout Hall Cams Admiral Edwards Sea Scouts Tank Camp Wampanese Crew Owl Raston Narravarset Camp Waygoog Waitham Vis’ Wampanoag J Harold Williams Narragansett

Party dress lace gown with satin slip and bow

The July issue of Good Housekeeping highlights a party dress made of lace rows over a rayon satin slip offered in pink blue or white. A matching bow ties the dress and hair accessory while lace trimmed panties complete the look for a coordinated party outfit.

Good Housekeeping

Henry Goff former Warren resident dies after illness

Henry Goff a former Warren resident died at his home 35 Bridge Street on Saturday morning after a two month illness. Born in Bristol June 25 1880 he was the son of Celestina Luther Goff and Henry Goff Jr He married Gertrude L Cornell and leaves four children Joseph Campanella of Bristol Doris M Henry L and Carl L Goff of Warren one step son Everett F Robinson one sister Mrs Albert E Benard and two grandchildren He was a member of Washington Lodge F and A M and the Warren Methodist Church Funeral services were held this afternoon at the George M Wilbur Jr Funeral Home in Warren with Rev J Arthur West and Rev Herbert D Graetz officiating Burial followed at North Cemetery in this town

Henry Goff Bridge’ Street Warren Mr Goff Bristol Celestina (Luther Mr. Goff Gertrude L. Cornell Joseph Campanella Doris M. Goff Henry L Carl L. Goff Everett F. Robinson Albert E. Benard Goff Washington Lodge A. M Methodist Church George M Wilbur, Jr J. Arthur West Herbert D. Graetz First Congregational Church Albert M Morton David C Black Wiliam Childs Frank E. Maxwell John D Dimond Edwarde E. Bunn North Cemetery

St Marys Beats St Brendans in CYO Baseball Clash

St Marys baseball team defeated St Brendan s of Riverside 7 to 5 at Gutteras Field in a Providence C Y O League game. Ethier pitched masterfully with 13 strikeouts and only seven hits allowed, aiding St Marys with timely hitting and strong defense.

St Mary's St Brendan's Oe Riverside Gutteras Field Providence Ethier St Mary Ethier’s J Almon Securo Hines O'ned Pansa E Almon Fthier Schifino Martin O'Neil Schifine St Brendan Cramen x Donovan van Voast

Mortgagee's Sale to Be Held on August Auction Day

Public auction will occur Wednesday August 1939 on the premises in Bristol Rhode Island under a mortgage from Joseph DiPalma and Estelle DiPalma to Home Owners Loan Corporation dated July 17 1934 recorded Book 106 Page 111 after breach of conditions. The Bristol property Lot 94 Assessors Plot 23 bounded by Usher Avenue and Wood Street will sell with a $20000 cash deposit and further terms to be announced. Mortgagee George Friedman as state counsel issues this notice.

Long Oelook Aom Joseph TiPalia Stella Diltatea Home Owners Loan Corporation Washington, D Bristol Rhode Island Tristel Baristel Usher Avenue Wood Street Vincenzo Beretta Sal Beretta Joseph Borges Joseph DiPalma Estelle DiPalma Michael Sicignano Home Owners’ Loan Corporation George Triedman

Bristol Post Service Timetable Fragments

The notice lists multiple daily train times at 6 30 A M 7 30 A M 10 05 A M 5 30 P M with exceptions for Saturdays 5 05 P M Saturdays Only 7 15 P M Except Saturdays and 4 50 P M Sundays Only.

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