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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1934
Page
2
The article condemns the vandalism at the Fast Burial Ground opposite the Common and other graves. It laments the perpetrators’ ignorance and notes police have little to guide investigations. It urges strong action if suspects are caught.
The Bristol Colt High School Alumni Association planned its fifth annual ball at Colt auditorium with Frederik W Goff named general chairman. The event likely will be June 29 and a next week meeting will set time and place. The group also noted the success of recent bridge parties and secured a half page ad in the Green and White publication.
A large gathering attended the Mothers' Club event at St Sibane’s as the eight week series concluded. The grand prize went to Mrs Albert Rosa with a list of night prize winners including Mrs Pose Vasarte Mrs Mary snt ivan Mass Elzabeth Breen and many others. Mrs Robert G Newbold served as general chairman of the arrangements committee assisted by Mesdames Bernard Morris Philip Morris Frank Treanor Harald Caldwell and James Jo Conners.
A readable excerpt catalogs numerous individuals including Partington James Flrvnn Crowley Bessie and Crowley, Cleaver Fred, Sim mons Edward M Kavanaugh Ellen Demers, Foster William P Hammill Florence Demers, Con nors William T Dwyer, Sisson Thomas H Byrnes, Bottamles William Simmell Edward Boyrnes, Garvin George, Forerbst Henry Jr, Conners William, Coggeshall Mrs Charles, Preble Matthew Mre, Mary Shaw, Dunbar Chester, Baker Arthur Conlon Roland Jo Martelly and Frank I Doran.
Burnside Lodge No 34 K of P defeated United Brothers Lodge in an indoor baseball match. Lineups include Gablinske Jr and Bretsford for Burnside and Marskill Gar yu for Odd Fellows with players listed across both teams.
The Twilight League enters its second week as Defiance Hose Co and Ever Ready Fire Co clash Monday at 6:15 p.m. The Defiance seeks a second win while Ever Ready aims for their first. Manager Doc Callers relies on Haut Carrera or Trankie Sousa on the mound with Bill Deran catching.
Lieut. Fred E. Surzman will deliver the Memorial Day oration at the Spanish American War monument. Members of the Ladies Aid Society of the State Street M E Church plan an all day conference on Tuesday at the church. Local residents commend Miss Della Macy, blues singer, who broadcasts three nights weekly at a Providence dance hall. Mr and Mrs Richard W Rensehausen of Philadelphia announce the engagement of their daughter Harriette to Howard Herbert, a Philadelphia musician. Miss Louise Bonvicin, daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter Bonvicin, resting comfortably after appendectomy at St Josephs Hospital.
Residents attend church events and plan charity activities. A bingo party is organized for June 14 by Frederick Goff to benefit the Athletic Association at the National India Rubber Company recreation hall. Beta-Sigma-Bradford Society hosts whists on June 6, 13, 20 and 27 with three prizes per night. Miss Fstelle Conley of Warren, a June bride elect, receives a kitchen shower hosted by Mrs Herman W. Vermett at 410 Thames Bristol. Raymond Carroll of Providence to wed June 4.
A feature in The American Weekly packaged with the May 27 Boston Sunday American describes modern treasure seekers chasing fortunes through adventurous quests. It profiles daring explorers, bold risks, and the allure of discovery amid historic mystery and ratioed treasure legends.
Mrs Margaret Morris leads the committee arranging a Catholic charity appeal to be conducted on May 31 at the Knights of Columbus Hall on State Street. The event is organized by No. 20 Daughters of Hebaella.
L Metcalfe Walling NRA Labor Compliance Officer will address St. Michael's Brotherhood Monday evening in the Parish House on The New Deal and Christianity. Walling was secured by Wallis E Howe vice president. Vernon A Gray of the church choir will sing. Refreshments will be served.
The May basket party at Grand Army Hall yesterday afternoon featured games and prizes for children. Winners included Louise Roynds Robert Bullock and George Luther Jr. An evening May party followed with guests Grand Chief Mrs. Margaret Carlson and Grand Outer Guard Mrs. Lyda Cole.
Dog Officer Denis G. Ferreira announced that starting June first all unlicensed dogs will be picked up and taken to the dog pound. He said there are 200 unlicensed dogs currently. Owners will be prosecuted.
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