01 May 1923
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1923
Page
1
A letter to the editor argues against the possible removal of homes on High Street in Bristol. The writer criticizes non Christian methods and tax policy while lamenting threats to property. The piece condemns brutality toward residents and alludes to cemetery desecration and civic hardship.
Captain Louis Gladue organizer of the Bristol Branch of the United States Volunteer Life Saving Corps received a farewell dinner at the corps headquarters. He was presented a gold ring engraved with the corps insignia by toastmaster Donat Jadue. Gladue and family plan to move to Newport New Hampshire to farm. He led the crew to the 1920 Rhode Island rescue championship and oversaw the Edgewood race team winning second prize in 1922. Dr Talcott and First Lieutenant Wilfred Gladue spoke on the branch’s good work. Vocal solos and praise for the new fife and drum band were offered. Banquet committee members were Wilfred J. Lemaire, William H. Burke, George F. Gladue, Howard F. Cunningham and Arthur J. Belmore.
Tomorrow at 6 30 the Members Council of the Y M C A will host supper in the Y M C A rooms Peo TERE AEM Eparing and a fine program of after dinner speeches. Frank V Slack National Secretary for India will speak on India and Its Y. Secretary Holm will outline Bristol Y spring and summer plans. All senior members and men friends invited if they notify the Y office.
The Kearney Unit No. 6 will hold its regular monthly meeting Friday evening followed by the Ma Basket Party. Auxiliary members are asked to bring May baskets with edibles for two people.
At a special Bristol Aerie 953 meeting 20 membership applications were approved. Initiation in the Naval Armory is set for next Sunday with 100 new members to be admitted. Providence Aerie 99 degree team to perform the rites. Preparations include hosting 200 visitors.
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