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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1933
Page
2
An editorial argues for a nonpartisan, businesslike town government to reduce political turnover and improve efficiency. It urges preserving capable appointees, adopting alphabetical ballot listing, and considering a town manager to save money and curb partisan influence.
John McAleese died this month after a career in the National India Rubber Company wire shipping department. He was born in 1899, married in 162T, and came to this country with his wife Ina. He joined First Baptist Church, Millesons Lodge, and was noted for his garden and flower work. Survived by wife Ina and sisters Miss Mary McAleese of Belfast and Mrs Ina Dawson of Corbridge. Funeral Thursday at 2 pm from his home with burial in North Cemetery.
The earliest ships and marines arose from Colonial or State navies. In the American Revolution three general classes of marines served: Continental or regular Marines, Marines of the Colonial or State Navies, and Marines of the Privateers.
Burnside Lodge will hold its monthly meeting at G A R Hall. Mite Society of First Baptist meets at Miss Lucy Wall’s Cooke street home. Daughters of Portugal plan social at Eagles Hall Hope street. Bristol Rotary teams travel to Mansfield Mass to bowl. Rotary speaker Leland Wood of Hudson Mass will address the club at Hotel Belvedere. Robert Newbold re elected chair of the Board of Tax Assessors for the 17th year. Francis P McGovern named secretary. International Girls Scout Week marked by Goldenrod Troop with an entertainment and demonstration at Reynolds School. Mrs William H Remieres chairs meat pie supper committee for April 19 at State Street M E Church vestry. Lasell Junior College recital features Virginia Leahy playing Juba Dance. Mrs Wy H Remieres heads rummage sale for State Street VEE Church Ladies Aid. Nipha Christian Endeavor conducts services at First Congregational Church. Rev Arthur W Burden speaks at Cranston State Prison service, introduced by Miss Mary Mason Fnoch Mars den basso.
The Bristol District Nursing Association invites members to its annual meeting at Rockwell House on March 22, 1933, at 7 30 P M. Reports will be read and officers elected for the year. Members are urged to attend this important gathering.
Brig Gen L H Callan told the weekly YMCA forum in Rockwell Hall that the embattled effectual sway of preserving peace is preparedness for war. Citing Sino Japanese tensions he warned China would avoid war if prepared. He called war worse than hell and shared World War I experiences during a National Defence discussion despite cold weather attendance. Anthony Bisbane introduced him as Olympian Club educational committee chair.
The sanitary district of Chicago formed in 1889 authorized canals. Construction of the main drainage channel began in September 1892 and opened January 1900. Branches and extensions in Chicago and suburbs were completed in 1907 1916 1919 and 1922.
A local column reserved for comments on Timely Topics impacting the town’s welfare and interests. The piece signals ongoing civic concerns and invites readership engagement on community matters.
The writer defends his vote for Dr Serbst, challenges charges of unethical influence, and asserts the committee’s right to appoint. He denies Democratic backing and notes he was not approached by Dr Duffy or others, praising Serbst’s perceived integrity while acknowledging not meeting him earlier.
The writer rebukes opponents who voted against Dr Serbst and defended the majority, calling accusations of injustice unfair. He argues the press should blame those who misrepresented the campaign and insists the moral stance of supporters remains solid despite criticism.
A letter to the editor urges the Bristol Town Council to establish a Town Beach using funds from the 1933 emergency unemployment relief act. The writer notes current bath facilities are inadequate and seeks a site outside the town’s dense streets with parking and play areas for children.
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