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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1939
Page
4
Mrs Mau rice Congdon, local sponsor, writes that the National Recreation Association improves democracy through proper recreation. The 1925 urban reports note 17 721 play areas across cities and per capita municipal spending rising, while many children still lack supervised facilities.
Paramode Shoe Company workers plan their annual outing and clambake on Saturday at Crescent Park. About 200 employees are expected to travel to the summer resort for a day of sports amusements and a shore dinner. The factory council committee includes Egista Gogha chairing with Vincent Nappi Louise Pacheco Alice Sousa Concetta Orefhce Mary Costa and Joseph Borges.
Frank Dwyer beat C Burrell 6 1 6 4 to reach the final alongside Donald Griswold who advances by default. Donald Gamble topped Griswold 6 1 6 4 in the semifinals as men ply through rounds with Carney and Sawyer-Anstey pairings set for doubles. Dorothy King wins in women's singles and multiple players advance by default through the day.
A longtime Ossining village president and staunch Republican has turned against his party after county officials ignored his requests for a low car registration number. The piece hints at potential 1940 political upset as New Dealers gain momentum.
The article urges using a notebook with your camera to plan vacation shots. Note packing, departure, en route sights, daily activities, and cruise or historical sites. Focus on revealing details and close ups to craft a true picture diary that becomes a lasting, worthwhile album.
Diana Dinny Bolling an eye catching competitor from Old Greenwich Conn wins the Woman's Championship at the 11th Great Eastern Skeet Championship held at Remington Gun Club Lordship Stratford Conn. with a 98 of 100. Her background as a research chemist at the Psychiatric Institute in New York and survivor of a year and a half of shooting adds to the contrast with the popular image of a sportsperson. Bolling is also a skilled archer and may enter the National Championship skeet shoot in San Francisco Aug 9.
The Jose, California YMCA launches a program to teach businessmen twelve sports. Classes run every evening with free instruction and diplomas awarded after a four week course. The aim is to provide practical sport skills to local professionals.
CBS broadcasts feature Matt Crowley and Noel Mills amid a fish catch mishap and on air fashion posing. A modern perisphere replica debuts at the New York Fair Hall of Communications with Dorothy Kilgore among the first interviewed experts.
The piece notes Gagnon’s methodical study of Gibbon and the decline of Rome. It recalls diverting moments among dusty tomes and authorities, including a humorous anecdote of a dignified lady and an awkward mishap. Edison quips about using his head, offered by Orience Monitor.
Official notice dated July 24 1939 from the Town Clerk addressing coal dealers. Details specify regulatory or licensing actions and required compliance by recipients within a stated timeframe.
St Marys C Bristol defeated Our Lady of Lorettos East Providence 6 to 3 at East Providence Recreation Field in a well played game. Topaz debuted for St Marys pitching six strong innings allowing five hits and two runs before fatigue forced his exit. Gagnon belted two home runs for Lorettos, while Pro Securo collected three hits for St Mary. Attendance was about 1000. winning pitcher Topaz.
Postmaster D W Coggshall lists daily mail dispatches and receipts with varying times for weekdays Saturdays and Sundays. Holidays noted February 22 having special early times.
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