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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1938

Page

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Balloting Heavy at Bristol Polls on Election Day

Turnout built through the morning as Bristol voters faced five machines in the Armory and three at Reynolds School. In the tri county race between Wall Pagnano and Paull, observers predicted Republican gains while Democrats remained hopeful. First district voters Kept tally at 1 pm with 1670 of 5285 eligible ballots cast, including 953 in district one and 717 in district two.

Bristol B. W. Wall Pasquale Pagnano Prescott B. Paull Bristol Train of Artillery Armory Reynolds School Bristol Train of Artillery Reynolds ‘School Rufino DeCosta Usher Street William P. Gladding Bristol Women's Republican Club Michael Perna Wood Street Genevieve Dunbar Oliver Street John Marshall Lous A. Guida Edward J. Flannagan Arthur Costa Orlando Jrisbane William A Bottomley John P Marshall Bennie Mans Jeremiah W Romano Frank J Rinaldi Laura Balzand Charles Manz Jose C Victoria Vincent A. Campagna Watcher James T Elmer A Angell Ralph T Church John J DeCosta Manuel Fernandes

Can We Avoid Another Business Slump Forum Discussed

A Bristol School Committee sponsored public forum on business slumps will occur Thursday evening in Colt Memorial Hall. Dr Joseph Mayer will introduce the topic with a short lecture, then lead floor discussion with Mayer in charge. open to public and Colt High School pupils.

Tre Colt Memorial Hall Joseph Mayer L.L.N Mayer Bristol School Committee State Department of Education Federal Bureau of Education United States Columbia University University of

Red Cross Rolls Call Planned by Bristol Branch

Bristol branch of the American Red Cross begins its 22nd annual roll call on Armistice Day, continuing to Thanksgiving. Glen Smith leads 40 volunteers canvassing town to exceed last year’s enrollment and donations. Robert W Nelson serves as treasurer of the committee.

Bristol American Red Cross Glen Smith Roll Call Robert W Nelson

Bristol Phoenix notices and advertising copy delays

Journal notes publication schedule shifts as advertisers request earlier placements. The Bristol Phoenix indicates Friday deadlines for copy and ad submissions to hit the Thursday issue.

Double Significance Marks Armistice Day Observance

Armistice Day observance will mark 20th anniversary of WWI end and a Legion Week in Bristol. A parade heads at 10 am with Chief Marshal Samuel J Smith and staff Almer McNamara, silent tribute at 11. Football game at Warren-Coht high schools at 2:30 pm precedes Armistice Ball at the Bristol Casino.

Rober Quinti * Ters Legion Bristol Legionnaires Colt Memoral High School Bristol Casino Samuel J Smith Almer McNamara A. A. Edmonds General Arrangements Committee Warren-Coht High Schools Guiteras Athletic Field

Honor American Composers at Bristol Chasis Dek Meeting

John Philip Sousa and Ethelbert Nevin birthdays honored at the November 14 meeting. Miss Mabel B Salisbury will perform piano solos and Mrs Winthrop Saunders will speak on The Rhode Island Indian. Mrs Thompson presides with reports from national committees.

John Philip Sousa Ethelbert Nevin Bristol Rte Charles O F Thompson Regent Mabel B. Salisbury Advancement of American Music Committee Winthrop Saunders Providence Thompson Viking Newport Henry M Robert, Jr National Society Robert NBC

Men’s Rally to Launch Series of Sunday Union Services

Rev Albert Clark Thomas of First Baptist Fall River will speak at a Thursday rally in the vestry of the Baptist Church to introduce a six Sunday evening union service series beginning next Sunday at First Congregational Church. Speakers include Rev Frederick Wilmot and Rev Arthur E Wilson with topics on religion and society.

Albert Clark Thomas First Baptist Church of Baptist Church U & Uuck Charles Otten, Jr Aoe Mgr First Congregational Church Frederick Wilmot Providence Journal Thomas E. Dean Ellenwood First Universalist Church Woonsocket Rhode Island Arthur’ W. Cleaves First Baptist First Congregational St Michaels State Street

Youth to Speak at Taft School Meeting on Local Selections

A seven year old boy Joseph Mag samen of Rehobeth will address the meeting at Taft School Hope street. Mrs William Pinch will preside and Mrs Alice Dubuc president of the Second District American Legion Auxiliary will also address the gathering. Local selections will be rendered by Mrs Dora Deschaine accompanied by Mrs Alice Giblin.

Joseph Magsamen Rehobeth Beri Taft Hope William Pinch Alice Dubuc American Legion Auxiliary Dora Deschaine Alice Giblin

Baird to Speak at Colt Memorial High Armistice Day Assembly

Commander John E. Baird of the Rhode Island State Police will address Colt Memorial High School at Thursday Armistice Day assembly in the school auditorium. A lieutenant in the state police and major in the Cavalry Reserve, U S Army, he represents the American Legion branch.

John E. Baird Colt Memorial High School Baird Rhode Island State Police Cavalry Reserve United States Army

Rev Hubbard Addresses Ladies Benevolent Society

The Rev Russell S Hubbard rector of St Martins Church Providence spoke to the Ladies Benevolent Society at Holmes House of St Michaels Church. He spoke on the fight diocese mission and plans for a Christmas Card sale on December 4 were made during the meeting. A sewing circle was planned after the holidays and refreshments were provided by Mrs Edward Easterbrooks and others.

Russell So Hubbard St Martins Church Providence Ladies Benevolent Society Holmes St Michael's Church Edward Easterbrooks Fei Brownell J E. Ingraham Chester Whitman Ina Warren

Students Stage Three Act Play The Old South at Reynolds School

Grade 6-1 pupils directed by Miss Marguerite Vermette present The Old South in a three act program at Reynolds school. Cast includes Cyn tha McCaw Marguerite Kebrek Olga Viera Claire Fuhier Joseph Ferrara and others with readings by Elvira Pansa David Mathewson Helen Puya and Mary Paiva. Vernon Huestis announces. stage managers Antonio Goulart and Peter Varolo.

Reynolds School Marguerite Vermette Cyntha McCaw Marguerite Kebrek Olga Viera Claire Fuhier Joseph Ferrara Robert Grossman Jack Goulart David Mathewson Manuell Correia Joseph Nunes Raymond DeCosta Louis Ferreira - Negro Chagas Jaura Gaspar Mary Paiva Mary Soares Matilda Santos Jacquelyn Pettine Irene Cavaliers Henrietta Matrone Joseph Gusto Pasquale Annarummo Joseph Ferreira Elvira Pansa Helen Puya Vernon Huestis Antonio Goulart Peter Varolo

Warren Colt High Meet Friday in Armistice Davy Rivalry

Warren High and Colt Memorial High prepare for a high stakes clash at Gutteras Field Friday at 2 30. The intra county rivalry features seniors seeking a final victory as both teams chase the coveted league crown. Tickets are available in advance from the school principal.

Armistice Davy Colt Memorial High Warren High Gutteras Warren-Bristol Tarren High High Munroe Ave

Cup Defenders Plan For Supper In Bristol

The Cup Defenders Association of Bristol met Sunday afternoon on Wood Street. They planned a spaghetti supper and a Christmas party for children. New members were admitted and a two dollar donation was given to the American Red Cross.

Cup Defenders Association of Bristol Wood Street Antonio Cupolo Frank Mansi Frank Arruda Felix Pasquarelli Michae Proto James Sazano Antonio Marabello John Steignano Felix Langello Joseph Rich Michael Antinucci Frank Panzarella Joseph Antimucci

Synagogue Names Dr Grossman President for Second Term

Dr Max B Grossman was unanimously re-elected yesterday as president of the Chavera Agudas Achim Synagogue at its annual meeting. Officers named include Samuel Nussenfeld as vice president and Robert B Suzman as secretary. A fundraising committee for Palestine relief was formed, and three new members joined the synagogue.

Max B Grossman Chavera Agudas Achim Samuel Nussenfeld Robert B Suzman Albert Makowsky Gabi Jacob Bassing Louis Levy Philip Shusman Barney Leviten Grossman Suzman

K of C Sets Observance Date for 40th Anniversary

Bristol Knights of Columbus outlines plans for its 40th anniversary with a December 1 banquet at the Warren Hotel. Local clergy from St Marys Our Lady of Mt Carmel and St Elizabeths will attend, with State Deputy William Callahan and District Deputy Michael Coyne among invited officials.

Bristol Council Knights of Columbus K of C. Hall Warren Hotel Bristol State Council Michael L. Ryan Vincent J Griffin St. Mary's Church Joseph Sorzano Anthony Bainotti Our Lady of Mt Carmel Henrique Rocha St Elizabeth’s Church K. of C William Callahan Michael F. Coyne

Dandelion in the yard signals mild fall weather

The writer notes a November 7 sighting of a dandelion in bloom and recalls reports of early flowers and fruit trees this fall. Readers reported similar out of season blooms hinting at a mild autumn after a prior hurricane, with predictions of a harsh winter possibly ahead.

The Phoenix Old Mother Nature

Weather vane tale marks town's changing skyline

A storm destroys the vane atop the Methodist steeple while a new one rises, signaling a shift in the town's appearance. The memorial note mentions schools maintaining tradition as a newcomer stands like a ship under full sail, symbolizing renewal.

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Local Church Demolished Sparks Reflections on Civility

A reader recalls a Methodist church tied to family history and visits it daily before demolition. The missive coins a critique of political campaign stickers used for publicity, questioning their effectiveness and intent.

High School Paper Wins Top Journalism Honors

Jamaica Long Island Hilltopper, edited by Alton Molasky, earns International honor rating in the Quill and Scroll competition. The four-page publication mirrors a regular paper and adopts the Herald Tribune style for makeup, marking a third straight year of high-level recognition.

Alton Molasky Bristol The Hilltopper Jamaica Long Island N. Y Medill School of Journalism Northwestern University

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