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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1921
Page
3
Bristol court hears Juvenile offenders including a seven year old who stole a bicycle and had saddle moved. Officers report a growing problem as parents often miss court. Separate match: Bristol 5 Calumet 4 at Sylvester Oval with Wright and Erhardt shining for Bristol.
Bristol industrial department workers approve a summer bath campaign. Beginning this week men may bathe in the Y bath room every Saturday after 6 PM for a small fee covering towels and soap. The plan aims to be popular with Bristol men.
The list thanks donors including Beans C. H. and Bickford clothing Miss Skinner Clarke and Manchester sugar Mrs O L Bosworth seamstress Mrs Rockwell seamstress Mrs A Levy potatoes Mr Newman ice cream sandwiches and cake Mrs William Gammell and Mrs Walter Hidden water cooler and plaque Mr and Mrs Howard Clarke.
Local bargain store promotes value with fresh cretury butter eggs and oats on sale. Advertises Western Strictly Fresh Eggs by the dozen Quaker Oats in small and large cans, bleaching water three for 25 cents, Bee Soap and Star Soap two for 13 cents, pineapple large can 28 cents small 25 cents. Also mentions hops malt and malt syrup availability.
Mrs. Belle Bailey aunt of Col. John H. Bailey Jr. was badly hurt when struck by a speeding motorcycle on Main street while crossing toward Prospect Farm. The riders fled. Manuel Perry of Warren admitted driving the bike and was held on $500 bail. Frank Silva rode behind but was not arrested. The incident prompted police to seek the vehicle’s number and investigate the hit and run.
Joseph Raposa a 14 year old boy who shot Representative William H Thayer in the back on May 1 was moved from Lockanosett School to court where the case was continued for one week as Thayer remains hospitalized and unable to attend.
The Athletic Association of Colt Memorial High School thanks teachers for their time and cooperation in the Musical Bouquet entertainment. Signed by H A Wisbey and A S Hudson. A miscellaneous shower honored June bride elect Miss Catherine Walsh with decorations, music, recitations, and gifts.
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