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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1931
Page
4
The Greenwich Water and Gas System proposes exchanging 1500 Bristol and Warren Water Works common shares for collateral trust bonds paying 5 percent interest. The town now earns 4500 from stock and 7500 from bonds would raise net income by 3000, benefiting town welfare.
The Bristol Yacht Club plans to admit junior members at a three dollar annual fee amid active uso of the club by youths. Longtime steward Farl MacKenzie will oversee the summer season opening May 39. The annual regatta and Newport races were discussed with courses from Bristol harbor to Ida Tewis Yacht Club and overnight yacht stays, pending arrangements outlined by secretary Francois Leo de Wolf.
Local items list golf match against Warwick High at 3 15 p m on the common and a May basket social at Touisset Point tomorrow evening. Other notes include clergy anniversary, hospital discharge, local sales promotions, town meeting changes, poppy sale helpers sought, a removal sale at Chic Shop, May basket party prizes, portable typewriter winner, Lions Club officers slate, Father and Sons banquet speech, children clothing displays, cooking demo attendance, new Colt Memorial ambulance arrival.
Mrs. F Reginald Dimond was elected president of the P T A at the annual meeting held in Colt Memorial High School. Other officers elected include Vice President Marguerite Brogan second vice president Annie West secretary George Luther treasurer Celia Akin and director Glen Smith. The retiring president Mrs. Glen Smith read a progress report and officers’ reports were accepted. Helen Butler of the N E Dairy and Food Council spoke on Health and Food Values. Refreshments were provided by a committee led by Mrs. John Matheson.
Town Clerk announces session of Bristol Board of Canvassers at Memorial Building on June 2 1931 at 7 30 PM to canvass property voter lists for the Special Financial Town Meeting on June 9 1931 Personal Property owners must pay assessed taxes to qualify to vote. John W Church Town Clerk.
Lost or destroyed Pass Book No. 14335 issued by the Industrial Trust Company Participation Department. Return to bank. Payment stopped and application made for issue of duplicate book in the manner provided by law.
At a Studio Club gathering on Wednesday evening, president George F Marz received a birthday remembrance gift from Norman F Bernard. The event included a routine business session, a birthday party vibe, and a "Hope" bridge game with prizes to Harry Young Jr and William C Eckersley. Refreshments by Albert R Pierce followed as members and guests left in high spirits.
Mrs Charles F Sherman and Miss Evelyn Bache hosted a Monday afternoon birthday party for Master Charles F Sherman Jr at the Bache Pirate School. Games and prizes followed with Masters William and Ralph McCaw, Richard Foles, Molaski, James Perry, and Ward Molasky among the guests.
Wanted notice seeking a photo of the Golf Stable and the Wood Homestead at the Hope and Oliver streets corner. Both structures have been demolished.
The family of the late Alphouse Vere mitts gratefully acknowledge the sympathy and aid extended after their recent bereavement. The note reflects appreciation for expressions of support during the family’s time of loss.
St Michael's Church School officers and staff plan a Sunday afternoon outing at Mt Hope Farm courtesy of Mr R F Haffenreffer. Teachers bring a guest. meet at Holmes House at 2:30 p.m. Committees listed for refreshments entertainment transportation with named members.
First Baptist Church schedules Memorial Sunday with 10 36 morning service and sermon by Rev Arthur F Jennings, church school at noon, Christian Endeavor at 6 15, and a 7 30 patriotic service attended by military groups. World Wide Guild party planned Monday at Mrs Liscomb home. May basket event last Monday at Mrs Luther’s home featured games and refreshments.
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