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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1947
Page
2
The council debated bonds required for July 4th and 16th displays and a St Elizabeth’s church event. Town Solicitor refused to approve only a certificate, citing risk if an injury occurred and bond requirements not met. The issue was settled, but highlighted the town’s duty to protect citizens.
Local residents and visitors are listed with addresses and travels including births at Lying-In Hospital on July 7 and July 1, guests in Augusta and Fall River hospitals, church services, and club meetings. Members plan flower bouquets for Newport Hospital and a July 21 mystery supper by the Hope Circle.
A Bristol resident who wishes to remain anonymous paid for new lights to illuminate the Honor Roll at night. Town Clerk John W Church notified the Town Council of a letter from Kearney Post No 6 American Legion praising the effort. The Legion urged a letter of thanks to the donor and noted a need for a new state flag, estimated at about $3. James T Pierce suggested the flag could be obtained from the state.
Members of the class of 1945 are urged to attend a meeting at the YMCA on Saturday July 26 at 7 p.m. to discuss plans for a future class reunion.
St Elizabeth's earned its first win of the season by topping Ascoli's 8 to 6 in a replayed game. Foxxy Marshall pitched five no hit innings before fatigue. Alves made the final catch as Ascoli's threatened in the seventh. Umpires were A E Agatiello and V Santo.
William Motta died at his home on 10 Third School Street Wednesday night in his 61st year. Born November 20, 1885 in St Michael's Azores, he was the son of Mariano and Maria Motta and lived in this town 44 years. He is survived by his wife Marie anna Casmera Motta, siblings, and four daughters Mrs Mary Davis Province town Mrs Elizabeth Ferriera Miss Edna Motta and Mrs Emily Soucy all of this town. Funeral services are from Charles M Connery Funeral Home Saturday at 9 15 am with a high requiem Mass at St Elizabeth's Church at 1000. Burial will be in St Mary's Cemetery.
Ben Hazen writes to The Phoenix replying to Tuesday Editorial Bosworth and urges Bristolians to restore the old Bath-house at Burton street. He recalls a childhood swimming area and argues a revived Bath-house serves the greatest good for the greatest number and addresses the ongoing beach problem.
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