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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1921
Page
2
Editorial explains Bristol women have equal political rights but eligibility depends on tax status. Women who do not pay taxes may vote only if registered by June 30. Property owners can be entered on the voting list before the Board of Canvassers meeting to become voters for the town meeting.
Three Bristol men were fined Wednesday for breaking the Prohibition Amendment. The article argues the liquor trade profits make fines small and transfers of business allow continued illegal activity, urging strict enforcement as essential to the republic and the Constitution.
Voters are told next Wednesday to select four School Committee members from five nominees. No two candidates oppose each other, and the top four vote-getters will be elected. Voters may cast for both listed candidates Marys Condon and Edwin F Lindsey from Democratic and Republican ballots, plus two of the remaining three contenders, with strict limit of four names total.
A newspaper headline notes Wilson spends his final hours in the White House studying late, as the nation at month’s end faces ongoing bills and legislative work. The remark captures the era’s focus on governance and political timing.
The report notes cool conditions in Washington for the inauguration as President Harding begins. Observers expect a contrasting warmth as office seekers arrive and ring the White House doorbell.
Report notes claims of at least 100 million paid wrongfully to ship builders, while Congress saves thousands by skipping an inauguration ball. Political bosses doubt the so called best minds, preferring those who mind best in dealings with the president.
The article notes European powers increasing debt by 88 billion dollars since the armistice as a peace strategy. It also advertises bargain clothing in big cities with $30 suits marked down from $75 to $45, highlighting consumer discounts.
A commentary on social ambition notes a young woman's pursuit of status through style. The piece highlights two and a half inch heels as a symbol of climbing social ladders and modern aspirations.
A brief item notes ongoing activity near the Potomac with headlines cautioning against assuming calm in the region. No specific events or dates are given in the readable text.
Bristol chapter D A R to hold a food sale next Friday from 3 to 6 pm at Mrs Robert E Lanphear home. Various town events include public school talks on snowball dangers and local club whist prizes.
A market rundown lists fashion items and local sale notes. Miss Mabel G. Salisbury plans a ten day trip to New York to visit her brother James. Miss Kathryn A. Lavey visits Cambridge friends. Community groups report ceremonies, gatherings, prizes, and club activities across town.
A large crowd attended Bristol Whist Club last Tuesday in GAR Hall. Prizes were awarded to Ladies first Mrs Vincent Conklin Warren and second Mrs Joseph Lewis with Mrs Joseph F Darling of Warren in third. Gentlemen first HP MacKenzie second August Nealson third Wesley Young. The next whist is scheduled for Tuesday evening, kicking off the fourth of eight weeks in the series.
School Committee prints costs and estimates to show needed increase for next year. Includes salaries for teachers and superintendent, school houses, text books, evening schools, hygiene, and contingencies. notes increases approved Feb 14 1921 and adjustments from 1920 21.
Beginning next Monday a prize of $2 for highest three string total and $1 for single high string offered at J. F. Gilroy Casino Bowling Alleys. Local auto shop repair department now handled by Bristol Auto Shop’s new repair team. A bay horse with wagon and harness for sale by Joseph Sousa Broad Common Road off Coding Avenue.
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