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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1931
Page
6
Sealed proposals due May 11 at 5 PM for supplying fuel for the year to multiple fire stations. Quantities include 70 tons of coal and 24 tons of stove coal, all to be free-burning white ash. Town Council may reject all bids. envelopes marked Proposals for Fuel to Town Clerk John W Church.
The Bristol Probate Court lists petitions and accounts for 1931 involving Pasquale Proto and Louis Proto minors with guardian Philip Sansone seeking sale of real estate in Bristol to cover minors debts and better investments. Also Pauline N Doringh estate final account and Oskytel H Clarke ward seventh account scheduled for May 18 and Mary A Sullivan estate administration notice published.
The Probate Court of Bristol accepts the Last Will of Etelvina doCarmo Cordeiro Franca deceased of Bristol. Executor WRAY FRANCA is qualified by bond. Creditors must present claims to the Bristol court clerk by May 1.
A reader to the Phenix editor argues for action after a fatal accident caused by a car with no working brakes. They suggest a garage report system to halt unsafe vehicles until repairs are completed to protect the public.
A nostalgic verse recalls a hiking day with family friends. Baskets hold bread jam and lemonade as children share plans. The day ends with a quiet group in a shady nook, teaching kindness and faith to endure life’s cares.
A 17 year old girl Margaret refuses a magenta sweater her mother knit. The dislike stems from early memory of lumbering and slashings near a camp, where a magenta flower appeared and the child associated it with sickness. The piece urges kindergarten training for anxious or isolated children and offers contact for guidance.
A Buffalo Evening News comment argues against incurring debt for an engagement ring. It urges a young man to complete his training first before marriage, framing financial prudence as part of preparation for married life.
The Naval Observatory states that the theory darker surface markings on Mars are from water has been abandoned Mars is composed of landmass only according to the official note.
The Junior Class of Coktt Memorial High School defeated the Senior Class on the topic independence for the Philippine Islands. The juniors Anthony Russo Samuel Campanella and Samuel Fisenstadt argued the affirmative under judge Mr John L Burke with presiding Miss Raphaelina DeRosa.
The Kelley A C team faces Bristol Oaks in a Bristol County League game set for 3 pm. Oaks lead the league this season and boast a strong lineup led by manager Louie Bisbano. Kelley lineup lists Biancagro, D Ambrosia, Sylvia, Salzano, LeClercis, Marsden, Desilets, Gaglioni, and DeLeo, many from Colt High.
Early today a blaze at 223 Wood Street caused heavy fire and water damage to the second floor where Tindaro Sangiorgio and his family lived. Police detained Sangiorgio pending investigation into the incendiary origin and circumstances surrounding the fire. Special Officer William A. Tucker was assigned to the scene.
The term kulak described a family with means of production valued at $700 or more or a farmer producing $250 worth of food after deducting $10 per person for family use. Such farmers faced taxes until their wealth reached the common level.
A fragmentary note argues the earth’s crust being about 25 miles thick should reassure that our world remains in balance despite upheaval. The text reflects a digressive, speculative tone with unclear attribution.
A fragmentary line mentions a pitch related task and tools used a pitching stool and hammer. The garbled text suggests an experienced tone cutter and work rejection context though specifics are unclear.
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