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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1939
Page
2
The Bristol County water rates committee seeks lower charges but recognizes producers’ right to a fair return. It has questioned the water company and may request a hearing before the State Utilities Commissioner to ensure a thorough, impartial settlement for consumers.
At the Bristol Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution annual meeting Miss Alice B Almy was elected regent for three years. In the absence of retiring regent Mrs Charles O Thompson she presided. Other officers and directors were chosen for three year terms and various committee posts filled.
Additional subscribers to the annual Bristol Colt Andrews Alumni bridge were announced by Miss Rhoda Pew on May 12 at Colt high school auditorium. Names listed include Mrs James Vickenna, Mrs Howard R Newman, Mrs Joseph Kinder, Mrs Frank Gnigho, Mrs Flwin A Fill, Mrs Tucien Canome, Mrs Vasta Tarr Ruggiero, Mrs Charles Benson, Mrs F Reginald Diamond, Mrs Thomas Teach, Mrs Tames Bernard, Mrs Thomas Brown, Mrs Olivier Jemaire, Mrs Harry J Young Sro, and several others including Gertrude Guiteras, Helen Scanlon, Helen Puaye, and Margaret Foote.
Wallis E Howe Jr of New York visited his parents over the weekend. Taft School pupils suffer measles. Rotary Bowling League banquet tonight at the Lobster Pot. Frank Bruno and son Anthony launched cabin boat Susy B. from Wardwell Boatyard on Sunday. Mothers Day gifts advertised. Suzmans Store promotes silk dresses gloves linens underwear housecoats sweaters. Mr and Mrs Fred Sutcliffe of Yorkshire England arrived in Bristol for a visit with their son-in-law and daughter at 1165 Hope Street. Mrs Emmanuel King and daughter of New Bedford Mass tour Springfield PA to visit Mr and Mrs William H Neely. A son born May 2 to Mr and Mrs William H Neely at Preston Retreat Hospital Springfield PA. Mrs Neely formerly Marguerite King RN of 184 Bayview Ave. Bristol Division Safety Council to meet at 8 PM at the home of Stanley E Friswell. Raymond D Robertson to preside. It events mention Rae Havihees appointed gatekeeper and manager of Blithe Wold estate on Ferry Rd. Annual Congregational Club meeting tomorrow at Guiteras House. Ivy Guild of St. Michael's Church holds annual meeting tonight in Holmes House with a supper at 6 PM. Rotary Club to hear Rev Granville G Bennett, Episcopal Bishop of Rhode Island, tomorrow at noon in the Y M C A. Rev A R Parshley spoke yesterday at Fall River Ministerial Association annual meeting in Central Congregational Church Fall River. Mrs Felicite Angela returns to Wood Street after a visit in New York City with Mr and Mrs George Wilson. While there she attended the World's Fair. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church Catholic Charity Fund Appeal team captains meet tomorrow in parish hall 730 PM. Dr Paul Bruno presiding.
After five straight wins Bristol High plays Warren High tomorrow afternoon at Guiteras Field in a key Class C title race. The contest, postponed from today due to bad weather, follows Bristol’s 9 to 3 victory over North Kingstown last Friday with Bud Congdon delivering a notable home run.
The Netopian Society of the First Congregational Church votes next Tuesday May 16 at 7 45 pm for officers for the coming year. A Mystery Ride social follows the meeting. Mrs Eliza Le Lois age 96 joined church membership with a service at her home after the morning service. Rev H D Graetz and Deacon Charles F Dimond led the observance.
Five mariners from the crew of the Miaroner Stop oastant completed the swimming tests at the Headventman pool in Providence. Oded members Helas Noarsanea toveden Viana Vase Nates Sipes and Dorothy Lemaire were recognized at a Scout House NMEary meeting. Motsan Tanre Holmes and Virginie Boyden were invested as mariners. The next meeting is scheduled for May 10 at Scout House.
Fred T. Goff served as grand knight and presided over the Bristol Council convention dinner held last night, guiding proceedings and addressing attendees.
Tan M. Walker agricultural instructor of Bristol High School will speak at Thursday afternoon’s Taft School Club meeting. Presented by Mrs. William Pinch, the club president, the gathering will feature an entertainment with Herrmann Wilbur as soloist.
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