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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1926
Page
2
An editor from Bristol laments the town’s Armistice Day rituals cost planning while offering no permanent memorial. He notes a weathered, unofficial list near the Burnside Memorial Building lists Bristolians who served, but may omit several names.
Citizens report a wide deep gutter on the north side of State Street between High and Hope that remains unrepaired after Plumb Contracting's surface work. Town could face damage suits if vehicles strike or fall into the hazard before action is taken.
This morning it was reported that unknown persons tore down one or more flags displayed on Hope Street buildings. The act is condemned and punishable by law, with police urged to take immediate action.
The Red Cross is highlighted for disaster relief and welfare work from Armistice Day to Thanksgiving Day. The piece urges broad support and notes the organization aids rich and poor, aiding ex service men and victims of crises. It calls on readers to join and help sustain future relief.
Fireworks and parade plans mark Armistice Day with meetings of Italian Hall groups and parish societies. Socials, services, and charitable events fill afternoon and evening schedules, while Scouts, students, and church members participate in activities and observances across streets and neighborhoods.
A message from Fred E. Suzman urging Spanish War Veterans and Soldiers' Home residents to turn out for Armistice Day on November 11, aiming to resemble an Independence Day celebration in every respect.
The article traces Rev Fr Maryon’s career from education in England to ordination by Bishop I L Nicholson in Milwaukee in 1880s, service at St James West Bend and Trinity Janesville, Kemper Hall roles, archdeacon of Milwaukee, and later curate at St Stephen Providence. It notes his roles in Eng land, return to Kemper Hall, and chaplaincy at Cranston state institutions.
In this town on November 5 a son was born to Mr James Holmes Jr and Mrs Holmes.
Mrs Nora McKenna wife of Frank McKenna died at age 58 in town on November 9. The notice records her as a local resident with surviving family. Funeral arrangements may follow in the coming days.
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