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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1928
Page
5
Holiday dances announced across July 3 and 4 in Bristol Narrows and Palm Garden. Events include a night before Fourth celebration and a July Fourth morning dance at the State Armory under Battéry C, 243rd C. A. (H.D.).
The town mourns Anna Manchester who died after a long life of 90 years. A well known figure, she taught at the High School years ago and devoted herself to St Michael's church and its Woman's Auxiliary to the Board of Missions. Her leadership and loyalty made her a pillar of the community.
Warrant from September 1797 records Otto Stoll deeds and Edward Day noting rations issued to Detroit soldiers. It lists 5,185 pounds of soap at 22 cents per pound, 123 pounds beef at 10 cents per pound, 81,736 gallons of whisky at 2 dollars per gallon, 5,404 pounds of candles at 24 cents per pound, and 24,886 quarts vinegar at 6 cents each.
Anthony Bruno's Brisiol Whirlwinds defeated Joe Marshall's Tigers 7 to 4 to remain in first place before a season high crowd. Ray Berry earned the win with 11 strikeouts over Riopel who fanned 6. Key hits included a second inning triple by Hough and a Jake Rippel homer.
Kid Hopes Battery Cc team faces the Cranstons in tonight's lineup. Local league standings and season ambitions drive the contest as both sides seek a crucial win. Cranstons visit the venue amid rivalry and high expectations for an exciting match.
Burnside Lodge No 34 met at Hope street headquarters and amended the constitution to move meetings to the first and third Tuesdays in July and August. A field day with Riverside Lodge No 21 was proposed. a committee led by James T Nelle, George Luther and Fred W Macauley was chosen to arrange details.
A critique cites Albert Jay Nock on the paragrapher as a republican court jester. It argues the writer enjoys unique privileges, freedom to speak to power, and a trusted role shaping public judgment without peers to contest him. The piece notes risks of subversion and universal disapproval if others claimed similar liberties.
A missionary reports Arctic and Uganda churches built from unconventional materials. One Arctic chapel is made entirely of sealskins stretched over improvised girders, sewn by hand. Another note recalls a snow church with warm seating. A distant view of Aduong shows a grass and mud structure seating 4 000 people.
A skunk described as a sportsman offers three danger signals to opponents. First, stamping forepaws like a small horse signals trouble. If approached, it hoists its tail while shaking its head. The third warning shows the white tail tip rising. retreat or stand still could cost clothing.
Two Canadian physicians report a worm’s stomach containing 2533 foreign metallic items they extracted after a long period of swallowing. Objects include pins, tacks, corset steels, garter fasteners, beads and a penny. The 42-year-old woman had eaten these over years with no pain until recently. An operation removed them. The prior record was 1146 objects in a 1911 case.
In a terse exchange a young man asks for a marriage alliance with a daughter, the father declines firmly. The suitor offers to shake hands on parting and even vows to send cigars, noting how close he came to being the groom.
An wartime anecdote describes eight Britons found in a dugout after a 12 hour bombardment. The two Irishmen fought on, the two Scots debated, the Englishmen were not yet introduced, and the two Welshmen organized an oratorio society reflecting Welsh life.
A brief anecdote recounts a young colored boy called “Bill” by a white neighbor to run an errand. After completing the task she thanks him with “Much obliged, Bill,” prompting Bill to question the meaning and note the phrase in a candid exchange about race and language.
Versatile cheese based bites and hot luncheon dishes showcased for appetites after golf hikes or travel. Recipes include To fed Frankfurters and Cheese Open Onion Sandwiches Swiss Eggs and a Jelly Omelet all highlighting Switzerland cheese as a rich protein source and flavorful centerpiece.
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