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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1929

Page

5

Fined and Costs for Sylvia After Accident

Raymond Sylvia 52 Court Street was fined 50 dollars and costs for leaving the scene of an accident and 50 dollars and costs for reckless driving at a Fifth District Court special session. He was arrested by Warren police after sideswiping a sedan operated by Dennis F Bristow, Warren Highway Surveyor. The report also mentions unrelated historical text about the Parthenon and Pericles.

Raymond Sylvia Court Street Fifth District Court The Secon Sylvia Warren Dennis F. Bristow

Public Playgrounds Open Next Monday At Callan Lot

The Board of Recreation plans the season opening next Monday at Cal lan playground. To provide shade the site will move 50 feet west near a stonewall, with benches and a large sandbox added. New swimming instructor Miss Jeannette F E Salzano will work morning at the beach and afternoons at the common playground.

Callan Gen. Calan Board of Recreation Marguerite Kennedy Jeannette FE Salzano Theresa Sullivan George R_ Fish Kathleen Barton Edgar Davis James Connors, Jr Domenic Langell LH Callan

Obituary for Nora F Hassett of Providence Age 57

Nora F Hassett age 57 died suddenly Sunday at her home 679 Prairie avenue Providence. Her body was brought here for burial in the family lot at St Marys Cemetery after funeral services at St Michaels Providence. She was wife of John A Hassett and mother of five sons and two daughters. Survivors include John Windsor Vermont Joseph Newport Rhode Island and William Alfred James Providence. daughters Mrs John Aimmerley and Mrs Philip LeFleur Providence. Red Cross records note she was the youngest mother at the time of World War II to have five sons ready for service. Bearers listed from this town and nearby cities.

Nora F Hassett Prairie Avenue Providence St Marys‘’s St Michael's Church Hassett John A Hassett John Windsor Joseph Newport William Alfred James John Aimmerley Philip LeFleur American Red Cross Town Martin and Joseph Walsh Bristol Michael Malone John McCann James Donnell

Ever Readys Receive Flag at Apponaug Firehouse

At the Wednesday event at the Ever Reads Fire Company 9 headquarters on Thames street the Vigilant Fire Company of Apponeau presented a large American flag to reward Ever Readys for having the most members at the Apponaug Company's April fire. Foreman Martin Maher accepted the flag as 25 plus members attended. The program featured Edward Caron and others performing instruments with dancing acts and refreshments served by the committee chaired by John Fzarkertch.

Fver Reads Fire Company 9 Thames Street Appenau Apponaug Martin Maher Apponaug Fire Company Edward Caron Appenaug John Martan Antone Martin Frank Dion John Really Arthur Belmore John Fzarkertch

Resignation Accepted at First Congregational Church

Rev John J Goodacre resigns as pastor with July 1 effectiveness. Members vote to continue his salary until September and to hire Rev Ho M Graetz as supply pastor for July and August while a permanent pastor is sought.

John J Goodacre First Congregational Church Memorial Chapel Altho Mr Goodacre Ho M Graetz

Roundabout Legislation on Repealing Amendments

The article asserts no constitutional provision allows repealing an amendment and notes no amendment has ever been repealed. It states the only path to undo an amendment is to pass a new amendment nullifying the prior one, a view shared by most authorities.

Known by Various Names in Military Flag Terms

The piece lists four terms for flags used in the military: flag general term, color carried by unmounted units, standard carried by mounted or motorized units, and ensign flown on ships and small craft.

Leave It To Polly staged by Goldenrod Troop 1 Scouts

Girl Scouts of Goldenrod Troop 1 presented a two act play Leave It To Polly at Colt Memorial High School auditorium before about 250 attendees. Under Miss M Theresa Sullivan and with Colt Memorial High School Orchestra, the cast featured Kathleen Mott as Polly and Mae Ker shaw as Miss Priscilla Kitten. The production, sponsored by the Girl Scout Council, showcased musical numbers and dances, with scenes on a Halloween party and its non Halloween resolution.

Colt © Memorial High School Goldenrod Troop 1 Girl Scouts of America M Theresa Sullivan Colt Memorial High School Viella McKay Lillian Ruth Molask Miss Kitten Carolina Moon Gertrude Evers Margaret Pevin Kathleen Mott Edith Kershaw Hope Cote Barbara Wells Ruth Molasky Virginia Scott Jessie Sanford Octavia Harding Frances West Annie Marion Easterbrook Hilda Mason Lillian Martin Ruth Molaskyv Ina Sinclair Vivian Winthrop Mae Newman Jawendolyn Brown Jane Armstrong Betts Leighton Peggy Enwright Mary Ann Meredith Polly Elizabeth Mathe

Apple Popular Fruit Journey from Europe to America

The text notes apples as part of the rose family and mentions their cultivation across the globe. It states apples were likely introduced to England and that colonists brought them to America in 1620. It estimates U S annual production at about 200 million bushels.

Globe England America United States

Estate of Alfred Hill probate notice Bristol Massachusetts

Probate court admits last will and testament of Alfred Hill of Bristol and appoints Elizabeth S Grinnell executrix. Creditors must file claims with the Bristol Probate Court clerk beginning June 25th 1929. John W Church is the clerk of the court.

Bristol Alfred Hill John W Church Elizabeth S Grinnell Whelden Ave Providence Annie M Hell William T . Donnell Union Street Rhode Island Stephen J Clulee Attleboro Maas Hugh M. Devlin Main Street Pawtucket R. I Corre John W. Church Attleboro Trust Company Mass

Administration Notice Estate of Stephen J. Clulee

Estate of Stephen J. Clulee notice dated June 28 seeks probate actions and claims in the county courthouse. Legal filing lists the estate with docket numbers and deadlines for creditors and interested parties.

Stephen J. Clulee

Salad A Day: varied recipes for healthful meals

The article promotes daily salads with varied uses from main dishes to desserts. It lists Mock Salmon, Kidney Bean, Peaches, Banana and Peanut Butter, and Country Club Salads with ingredients like carrots, nuts, olives, Indian relish, and mayonnaise dressing. It emphasizes health benefits and serving ideas with lettuce beds and garnishes.

Eastern Park Bristol Bristol Broilers Weber Farm Swift R. I Valencia Florida

Child asks bishop's automobile license numbers

A child named Bobbie visits a church for the first time and, impressed by the bishop in robes, whispers questions about his identity. He then fixes on the hymn board and asks if the board shows the bishop's automobile license numbers.

Bobbie Bihiop

Appetite Guides and Diet Advice

The article argues appetite is the best guide to eating and that craving a dish often indicates it will do good. It notes diets may be necessary but should be prescribed by a doctor and warns against unnecessary dieting causing self doubt.

Do They Learn It After Marriage

A humorous Detra tt News item notes a thoughtful wife learns to hang a basement clothesline in winter so it reliably catches an unsuspecting man at the Adam s apple.

Detratt

Retipe for Beauty Kindness Habit Reminder

Our Sunday Visitor notes that kindness, like grouchiness, can become habitual. Taking a moment to examine personal habits may reveal whether they reflect true intentions. Cultivating kindness is a habit that can boost happiness and soften facial expressions.

Changes in Moon Phases Near Sun Conjunction

The dark phase of the moon occurs when it is near conjunction with the sun. The moon lies between the sun and earth, presenting its unilluminated face. This period falls between the last quarter and the new moon.

Earth

Sunflare Prompts Huge Luminous Flares From Surface

Observations describe flames leaping from the sun’s surface at about 20 000 miles per minute with heights reaching as much as 500 000 miles. The phenomena illustrate intense solar activity and dramatic energy release.

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