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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1938
Page
4
A one day only showing at Pas ty theatre features a four reel 45 minute drama about Eileen who overcomes gossip and wins her husband. The Hollywood production blends entertainment with cooking and home making tips.
The heart of America teems with Clarence Brown's Of Human Hearts starring Walter Huston James Stewart Beulah Bond Guy Kibbee Charles Coburn and John Carradine. Friday and Saturday June 24 25 offer Doctor Rhythm starring Bing Crosby Mary Carlisle Beatrice Lille Andy Devine with Adolph Zukor presenting.
The executive committee of Kearnrex Post No. 6, American Legion, will meet tomorrow evening in the office of A A Edmonds.
Carmine J. Maisano, executive secretary to Congressman Aimee Found, and Mrs. Maisano return to Bristol for the summer as Congress adjourns.
Brockton Day at the Union Church on Prudence Island Dr will feature speaker Harold N Brewster of Kulien China. The boat leaves Cristol at 8 am.
The Panther Patrol led by Daniel Frettasweet won 24 posts and all first places at a First Bite sponsored inter patrol track meet at Camp Wampanoag. Ralph Monaro captured the 30 yard dash and long jump. Prank Sousa won the shot put and broad jump. Daniel Preitas Joseph Marshall and Monifes Sousa were on the victorious relay team. Albert Vasconcellas of SOS Admiral Edwards presented the prize. The Green Bar Scouts plan a camp-o-ree next month and patrol meetings will occur this week to discuss treasure planning.
The Pittsburgh Hoboes, famed traveling clowns, bring a major novelty baseball event to the Guiteras Athletic Field in Bristol on Sunday. Jackie the traveling clown and Miss Babe Shear will entertain before and during the game as the Hoboes showcase a 72 89 record under Billy Leonard.
Funeral services were held in Rochester New York for Mrs Louise Van Almkerk a Bristol native and former Bristol resident who died after a three months illness She is survived by her husband Fred two sons Fred and Jack two daughters in Rochester and a sister Mrs Alice Vickery of Bristol.
In New Bedford on June 17 Mary Beare Fo Manley 63 of 12 Bravea Street attends a rotary service at 2 pm. Relatives and friends invited. Also listed is Mary Munroe of South Tote California and Herbert Stamey, son of the Kite Ons aid Hoamah 3 Munem of this town.
One of the finest games in Twin League history saw Marty Biancuzzo’s B T A defeat the Olympians 1 to 0 in nine innings at Guiteras field. Tommie Van Voast held Olympians to three hits with five strikeouts while Tupaj fanned eight for Olympians. The winning run came with two outs in the ninth. errors and base hits key the late rally as both pitchers delivered strong performances.
Miss Frances Byrnes daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Byrnes was chosen queen of the 1938 Colt Alumni Association Ball at the Bristol Casino attended by over 200 alumni and friends. She wore white net and blue velvet, escorted by Ira Newman, with judges Elmer S Mapes I Leo Cantwell and Mrs Sebastian Bernard Jr. present.
Defiance Hose Co baseball under manager Chappie Olver plans a twilight league game against the Bristol Train of Artillery Thursday evening. Andy D'Ambrosio Eddie Sylvia and Honey Menard anchor Defiance lineup with potential return of D'Ambrosio, former Colt High ace, for balance of season. Leo Mansi expected to pitch for the soldiers while Floyd Boone or Joe Benda pin for Defiance. Johnny Andrade to catch with Marty Mancuezoe guiding the bats. A large crowd is expected with Johnny Josephs and Bernie Quartaro umpiring.
Frank Sousa shortstop for Harv y Gladue's Ever Ready Fire Co. tops the Twilight League first half batting list with a .476 average from 10 hits in 21 at bats. Jiggs Butler is runner-up at .416, Louie Sylvia hits .388, and Oscar Herzig along with Joe Securo tie for fifth at .281.
The Italian Colony kicks off a two day fundraising program for the Feast of Our Lady of Mt Carmel. Sub committees include Badges led by Ralph Simonelli, Decorations by John Santulli, and Parade chaired by Ralph Salvaggi with many local leaders named across groups.
A Newport meeting drew Bristol members including W Fred Williams and Mrs Williams among attendees. Dr Stephen Luce presided with speakers Mrs Maud Howe Elliot William Boelker and William MacLeod. Luncheon at La Forge Cottages followed by a tour of historic points. next year moves to East Greenwich.
Rev Henrique Rocha officiated at two Saturday morning weddings at St Elizabeth's Church. Ceculia Rego, daughter of Mr and Mrs Seraphine Rego of Wood Street, married Francisco Duarte, son of Theodore Duarte of Franklin Street. Agnes Rego and Julio Rego attended. The bride wore white satin with lace and tulle veil. maid of honor wore peach lace. A wedding breakfast followed at the bride’s home. The couple plans a trip to New York and the White Mountains and will reside at 4% Oliver Street.
Miss Miranda C Botelho daughter of Mr and Mrs Manuel Botelho of 50 Fox Hill Avenue married David Rodrigues son of Mr and Mrs Manuel Rodrigues of 28 Collins Street. Attendants were Mr and Mrs Caesar Menzes. Bride wore white satin with veil and carried sides of the valley. A wedding breakfast followed at the bride’s home. The couple will reside on Bay View Avenue.
George H. Springer son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert L. Springer of 70 Thames Street graduates from Brown University with Magna Cum Laude honors in Geology. He is Sigma Xi elected, Phi Beta Kappa, Dean's List for two years, and scholarship recipient. He led as president of Pick and Hammer geology club and active in Mathematics Club and multiple sports. Next year he will assist in Brown's Geology Department.
Nearly 100 girl students participated in the annual field day at Guiteras Memorial junior high school. The Gold team won the meet with four of seven events including relay, high jump, broad jump, and clothes race. Blue team won obstacle race marathon and lazy man's lead. The organizing committee listed included Mary Sousa Mary Burns Lucy Del Piano Marjorie Cruz Sophie Kasper Gladys Brightman Mary Santulli and Elsie Medeiros.
A continuation from HERE AND' THERE recalls a 26th reunion of the class of 1917 with a reel show and reflections on aging. A speaker notes the pictured alumni look older than today's graduates, capturing shared nostalgia and humor.
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