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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1925
Page
2
An editorial notes Bristol was bombarded 150 years ago and, on the sesquicentennial, this week another barrage caused similar concern. The piece hopes the current shells will not prove to be mere duds and emphasizes a cautious reaction to the events.
Judge Arthur L. Brown presided as defendants pleaded guilty to possessing or selling intoxicating liquor. Joseph Vargas fined 350 dollars for beer at Thames street saloon. Frank Dias paid 150 dollars including costs. Lubin DePonte found guilty on liquor charges with one count dismissed. later fined 500 dollars. Manuel F Arruda fined 350 dollars for possessing and selling liquor at 258 Wood Street. United States Attorney Wallace R K Chandler Jr led prosecution.
The Washington Americans beat the Pittsburgh Nationals 4 to 1 to open the World Series in Pittsburgh. Walter Johnson pitched striking out 10 for Washington, Meadows and Morrison handled catching duties and the Nationals committed one error. Washington had 8 hits to Pittsburghs 6 and each team hit a home run. Pittsburgh evened the series in the second game with a 2 to 2 result, as Coveleghre and Varidge toed the mound for their teams. The third game was scheduled for Washington today.
Town news items report travels and vacations of residents James Lavander and John Church. Rotary and Daughters of Isabella meetings. Moose Lodge in Eagles Hall. radio shop ads. local tradespeople promoting winter wear and shoes. Police promotions. Elizabeth Ward well site survey. Knights of Columbus and veterans group activities. many ads for confectioners and shops.
Warren hosts Bristol at Jamies Park Warren tomorrow at 2 30 pm for the fourth Little World Series game A whopper last Sunday and tight early games mark the series with strong lineups described from both clubs including Mon signor Henri Devron or Tim Fer tick officiating and Mike Arel pitching for Warren plus a host of infielders and outfielders The Bristol side plans changes but awaits pregame warmups and managers Shippee and Natal prepare rosters as fans from Providence attend boosting profits for the series
The Bristol Female Charitable Society held its annual meeting at Mrs Sarah E Spooner’s home. Rev Anson B Howard presided, praised unostentatious relief work, and re elected Mrs Spooner directress along with new officers and board members. The society, founded Oct 6, is among the town’s oldest charities.
A one act play entitled Frank Glenns Wise was presented at the vestry of the State Street Methodist Church by the Tpworth League. Cast included Arthur Sietson Miss Mildred Pollock Moss Pollock Mr and Mrs Harry Lown and Misses Ruby and Ethel Blaisdell. Following the performance, games were played and refreshments served. Gordon Brown chaired the social committee.
An executive warrant is issued for Sabatino Saturday Stanzione a paroled states prisoner after a State Board of Parole meeting at the State Prison The paroles of Fred Orobona and Giovanni Attone were revoked and warrants issued for their arrest Stanzione’s whereabouts are unknown and he may have fled to Italy
The Boy Rangers of America begin meetings in Trinity Parish House at 9:30 AM. Officers will be elected and a lively program planned. New handbooks have arrived and several snappy meetings are planned as Lodges of Rangers are formed in town.
Funeral services for Carrie M Dunbar Newman widow of John B Newman were conducted at her home 59 Burton Street with Rev Frederick L Maryon of Trinity Church officiating. Relatives and friends attended among floral tributes from firms including National India Rubber Company Cranston Worsted Mills Farley Harvey Co Boston and Knox Boat Works. Burial followed at North Cemetery.
Property description notes a two family house on the neck with full improvements and a two car garage on 9000 square feet of land. Price listed at 7200 dollars with an offer considered. Apply D DeCRISTOFARO Olympia Theatre Building.
Members from various chapters gathered for a reception at 8 to 9 o’clock under the auspices of Meat Hope and Chapter 0. 23 Order of Eastern Star. Notables at the receiving line included Worthy Matron Georgina Edge and Worthy Patron Howard R. Newman of Mount Hope, Grand Matron Bertha P. Miller, Grand Patron John H. Haines, Grand Marshal Art May Pierpont, Acting Secretary Abbie B Coleman, and Past Grand Matrons Frank E. Ballou and others from Rhode Island and Providence.
Fragmentary text mentions Minas Minuto, Astotiate 3 Chapter and names George McKenzie Edward E. Bungee Coritian Ais Osi Sean G. Stewart and Harold involved with council matters. Unclear event, possible town council fee discussions noted.
The Ladies Aid Society of the State Street M E Church met at Mrs George A Richardson's Union Street home Tuesday evening for the fall opening. Plans were made to entertain Providence district convention delegates of the New England Southern Conference ministers at the church in October. A November social was voted. Refreshments were served by the hostess.
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