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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1922
Page
2
A Bristol Red Cross appeal urges readers to support the humanitarian cause with immediate gifts. It highlights hardship in the community, recalls Rocco Desso’s death, and invites donations from November 11 to 30 to fund relief efforts and provide aid to those in need.
Burnside Lodge No 34 Knights of Pythias held a Tuesday meeting in Grand Army Hall conferring Esquire on a new class. A Thanksgiving dance is set for Naval Armory under the Boosters Club. Howard Lodge of West Bridgewater will visit, with a parade and a degree conferment at Bristol Train of Artillery. Supper and entertainment follow at Grand Army Hall. members meet at 7:30 pm at G A R Hall.
Town Clerk Miss Leah B Young on vacation. Mrs Julia A Eddy returns to Bristol after 53 years, to live with her son Manager Eddy of the Star Theatre. Local sales feature L Levy goods at 35 State St and Bristol Home for Aged Women fundraiser nets nearly $80. Socials at Knights of Columbus and St Michael's Ivy Guild hold whist and harvest supper. local shops advertise rubbers, vests, and undergarments. Car collisions on Franklin and High streets leave drivers uninjured.
The residence of Charles H Northup on State street looks handsome after a fresh coat of Colonial yellow paint with white trimmings and light green blinds. George H Bush & Sons completed the work, enhancing the home’s appearance.
James C Church was bruised and shaken after being thrown from his carriage when a frightened horse chased by a pig from Wilson's Lane collided with a National India Rubber Company truck on Franklin Street. He received treatment from Dr Merriman and was later resting at home with no serious injuries expected.
Local talent from Trinity Church forms a production group under the Trinity Men’s Club. They plan to stage Clarence as a higher grade comedy with affordable pricing, urging townspeople to attend in force to support the venture.
At the Industrial Workers Social at the Y tonight at 7 30 a general discussion will cover varied weekly programs and future policy. An entertainment program features eight reels of pictures plus a mystic act and a talk. All workers present will have a voice in decisions. Industrial workers are invited.
Paul Carreiro and Angelina Perreira both of this town. Joao Vierra Lima and Miss Jacintha Costa Cardoza both of this town.
Sarah V G Peck transfers two parcels on Marin road to James J Walsh and others. The deed lists property stakes and grantees in a straightforward transfer filed for record.
Vehicle listing details a 1920 half ton Chevrolet truck in good condition. Inquiries directed to Domenico Parisi at 213 High Street.
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