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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1932

Page

3

Local Scout Honor Society Plans Fall Ceremonial Evening

Awashonks Herd and Troop 4 prepare for the Ceremonial at 8 o clock tomorrow with a social hour to follow. Troop 2 met for recruiting, Troop 5 named Frederick Dunbar Jr a tenderfoot, and plans for a Halloween party on November 2 were set. The 20th anniversary observance in December is to be planned, with band practice and a Pawtucket parade coming up.

Awashonks Herd, P. Q. W. S Frederick Dunbar, Jr Stanley Gray Hallowe'en Party Pawtucket Scout

Funeral of Mrs Lucy Nastri Held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel

The funeral of Mrs Lucy Nastri who died Sunday at St Joseph's Hospital was held Wednesday at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church where the deceased was an active worker. The requiem mass was celebrated by the acting pastor Rev. Joseph Sarzano. The bearers were Joseph Mansi, Frank Mansi, Enrico Topazio, Gerardo Codola, Frank Mont, and Peter Proto, members of Santa Maria Maddelena Lodge, Sons of Italy.

Lucy Nastri St Joseph's Hospital Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Joseph Sarzano Joseph Mansi Frank Mansi Enrico Topazio Gerardo Codola Frank Mont Peter Proto Santa Maria Maddelena Lodge Sons of Italy

Revered Drury Authors Series For New Hampshire Papers

This installment, part of Dr. Prary's ongoing series, is written by Rev. Samuel Drury D D rector of St Pauls School Concord New Hampshire and a native of the town. It previews future contributions to the Phenix from several New Hampshire newspapers.

Prary New Hampshire Phenix Drury St. Paul's School Comcord, N. i

The Hubbard Squash Blossom Inspires Quiet Wonder

In a reflective piece the author notes a neighbor’s squash blossoms dazzling with yellow beauty amid ordinary garden life. The essay argues that true admiration comes from intrinsic worth, not rarity or fashion, urging readers to seek beauty in humble places and question external influences on taste.

Althaea Mr. Wilson China

Obituary of Mrs Placida Sylvia Francis

Mrs Placida Sylvia Francis 92 died Wednesday at 40 Munroe Avenue after a long illness. Born in the Azores she taught there before moving to Bristol 52 years ago. Funeral at St Elizabeth Church with burial in St Marys Cemetery. Survived by stepsons William and John Francis of Bristol.

Placida Sylvia Francis Bristol Munroe Avenue Joseph Francis Francis Azores St Elizabeth St Mary's Cemetery William John Francis

Burke Burke and Miss Lowney Married at St Marys Church

Thomas F. Burke Jr and Margaret Mary Lowney were wed this week at St Marys Church. Rev Thomas J Gillan officiated. Attendants were Catherine Lowney and William Burke. The couple reside at 25 Bourn Street.

Burke—Lowney Thomas F. Burke, Jr Franklin Street Margaret Mary Lowney Wood Street St Mary's Church Thomas J. Gillan Catherine Lowney Wa William Burke Bourn Street

National Economy League Urges Government Cost Reduction

In 1903 all governments spent 19 per person, rising to 30 in 1913 and 108 in 1931. The National Economy League promotes fiscal restraint, asks readers to sign a membership coupon, and warns of waste and danger if costs remain high and powers grow. It emphasizes nonpartisanship and a push to reduce taxes for prosperity and safety.

National Economy League

William P Franus Dies Suddenly at Bristol Home

William P Franus died suddenly yesterday morning at 26 Burton Street while preparing to leave home. Funeral from Charles M Connery Funeral Parlors. Survived by wife Mary two sons Joseph and Andrew a daughter Elizabeth all of Bristol and a brother Frederick of Providence. Lived in Bristol all his life and worked over 40 years at National India Rubber Co.

William P Franus Burton Street Charles M Connery Francis Ww Mary Joseph Andrew Elizabeth Frederick Providence Hfe Bristol National India Rubber Co

Digger Indians Name Origins Across Pacific Northwest Tribes

A historical note explains that the term Digger applied to various Pacific coast Indians who use roots for food. It covers tribes from Arizona to Idaho and California to British Columbia, focusing on Bannock Piute and other Shoshonean groups.

Arizona Idaho California British Columbia

Fragmented tribute to Dag shows unclear ancient claims

Odd passage praises a dog named Dag and mentions Tetelijs Toovson and Albert Toovson in a disjointed, partial tribute. It references minds, minds of dogs, and friendship but lacks coherent facts or events. The text appears garbled with multiple names and vague statements.

Albert Toovson Bose

Dyeing Kangaroo Leather Common in Shoe Use

Kangaroo leather, like other leathers, is dyed to brown or black to hide blemishes. The material is described as a fine shoe leather suitable for many uses.

Born in Manchester A son for the Thomas family

In Manchester on October 10 a son born to Mr and Mrs Daniel Thomas Manchester of 428 High Street Daniel Thomas Jr welcomed into the family with the birth announced in the local column.

Manchester Daniel Thomas, Jr Daniel Thomas Manchester High Street

Death notices for Francis and Franei in town

Franei 93, of this town, died Oct 12. Francis 70, of this town, died Oct 13. Obituaries list Mrs Placida Sylvia Franei and William P Francis.

Francis Placida Sylvia Franei

Delicious to Drink a Delight to Eat

Coffee Service Institute shares fresh coffee flavored desserts for summer, emphasizing freshly roasted and brewed coffee. The Café Mousse recipe uses gelatine, strong coffee, vanilla, cream, and sugar, prepared in a double boiler and set in the refrigerator for several hours.

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