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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1927
Page
1
A reader named Martineau Lem. Rorial Breet praises Tanlac for relief from indigestion and nervous strain. He describes long illness, loss of energy, and daily fatigue, noting improvement after taking the medicine and weight gain of 65 pounds.
The council, with most members present, weighs extending Reservoir avenue to connect with East State street. The United States Rubber Company may sell a 40 foot wide strip for 300 dollars, a decision to be advertised in the town warrant after time for company response. Police reports note near beer raids and fines, while licenses, entertainments for relief funds, milk licenses, and a note for current expenses are approved. A final canvass of voting lists is planned for the upcoming election and financial town meeting dates are set.
Four volunteer fire companies held their monthly sessions on Wednesday night. The Town Council was urged to reappoint Donald Gladue to the Board of Fire Engineers. A radio membership application was discussed for purchase. The Hedrauhon Engine and Hose Company reviewed three membership applications and planned a member supper next meeting. Dreadnaught Company discussed entertainment plans. Defiance Hose Company report noted as routine.
The American Legion Post 6 in Kearney will meet tonight at 8 in Gare Hall. A smoker social and entertainment will be offered with a high collation. Community betterment and a formal membership campaign plan will be discussed with several committees reporting.
Philip Brady, longtime Bristol County probation officer, ended his 11 year tenure Tuesday under a state system merging Newport and Bristol into one district and requiring a full time officer. A newspaperman by training, Brady held roles across Bristol journalism and civic service, including school truancy, tax officers, and various local offices, and will remain a Justice of the Peace. His successor is J. F. Conley of Boston.
The masquerade ball in Wood Street hosted by Princess Helen Society of the Order Sons of Italy drew about 250 couples. Prizes awarded for costumes included Miss Palumbo as Italian peasant first place and Matteo Castighego as fisherman second. The Rhody Ramblers Orchestra performed in costume, with judges John Romano Thomas St Angelo and Harry Phenes. The event will close tomorrow night amid rising interest in remaining prizes.
On Monday evening a Washington Party was held by the Board of Managers of the Congregational Club in the Congregational Chapel for participants in the play The Old Maid's Convention. Games themed to Washington's Birthday were played and prizes awarded to Miss Elvira Oberg Miss Mabel Gardner and Robert A MecCaughey. Miss Sophie R Young and Mrs William H Hobbs presided at the piano during the games. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were served.
Voting lists show about 2988 eligible voters for next Wednesday's biennial election. First District totals 1509 with 919 men and 590 women. Second District totals 1479 with 810 men and 669 women.
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