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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1936

Page

6

Bristol Fans Rally for Baseball Series Final

The Bristol series end draws big crowds with 5000 to 6000 watching the last game. Eddie Sawyer, visiting Bristol, eyed an outfield berth for the locals while Bruno led Bristol with a .444 average in four games. Gate receipts reached about $106, with Players and fans hoping for a break next season.

Main Street Warren Eddie Sawyer Bob Sawyer Bristol Birmingham New York Yankees Andy D'Ambrosio Paul Bruno Willow Bruno Ristol Peerenerenars Wurteras Field

Local squad names key players for Sunday kickoff

The article lists several players including Franny Lewis Tommy Van Voast and Poppi along with veterans Elmer Rishe Butler Topazio Ben Evidies John Travers and Poppi. The Sunday kickoff is set for 2 15 p.m. highlighting a strong squad and reinforcements.

Bays iPaglesio ARS Providence Neastoré Eiger Ofan Peat Siewert Gorhain Franny Lewis Tommy van Voast Colt Elmer Bumbo Rishe Butler Topazio Benevidies John Travers Poppi Paul Bruno Sam Pasqua Orlando Bisbano Frank’ Almeida Michael Ascoli Michael Pasquarelli Tony Gomes Domenic Capone Edward Sousa

Your Column Letter on East Warren Rod and Gun Club Posting

A Bristol town column recalls a dispute over hunting rights at leased land. The East Warren Rod and Gun Club posted property at Fales Farm Bristol to restrict trespass and hunting to members, amid defacement concerns. The writer confirms the earlier Providence Journal reference and dismisses claims of immediate poster removal.

Bristol Phoenix Flynn East Warren Rod and Gun Club Providence Journal East Warren Group East Warren Mr. Flynn

Landon Fulfills Four Years as Kansas Chief Executive

Governor Alf Landon served as Kansas chief executive for four years and fulfilled every campaign promise and party platform plank.

Kansas Alf Landon

Meat Tax Debate Highlights New Deal Slogan

A line notes that meat is taxed with a New Deal tax of eleven and two third cents per pound, excluding state sales taxes, sparking discussion on fiscal policy and consumer burden.

Former Brown Wrestler and Football Star Speaks at Bristol Council

District Deputy Eugene Sullivan of Providence opened Bristol Council No. 379 meeting on State Street with a large turnout. Edward McCrillis, former Brown University wrestler and football star, spoke on collegiate sports, joined by Grand Knight William T. Dwyer and others. The council approved a $5 Armistice Day fund donation as Gordon Morgan and colleagues provided music and refreshments were served.

Eugene Sullivan Providence Bristol Council State Street Order Sullivan Edward McCrillis Brown University William T. Dwyer James C. Ruggiero Lawrence Deery St Mary’s Church Gordon Merton Morgan Harold Congdon William Rohrman

Soldiers Home WPA Project Gets Underway

An extensive WPA financed repair program has started at the Soldiers' Home per Commandant Aime J. Forand. Additions include dormitory upgrades, adjutant's cottage restoration, administration building work, piggery drainage, exterior and interior painting, plastering, carpentry, concrete work, fencing, and wall rebuilding across about 10000 to 50000 square feet of surfaces and 2500 feet of fence line.

WPA Aime J. Forand

4 H Club Steer Grand Champion Sells at Retail

Gladys E. Lawson, a Bangall high school junior, and 4 H Club members fed a Aberdeen Angus steer judged grand champion. The steer, tendered in refrigerators, will be sold at First National Markets Sunday and Saturday for eating on Baby Beef Sunday the 18th as the Company has bought over 150 000.

Gladys E. Lawson Bangall First National

Radio Stars Parade With Benny As New Series Premier

The piece highlights Jack Benny entering his fourth year on Sunday radio with Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson, mentions Raymond Paige as Hollywood Hotel musical director, and notes guest spots by Caroline Rich and Bunda Kay. It also covers The Treasure Adventures of Jack Masters on Columbia and other network program moves and sponsor deals.

Jack Benny Mary Livingstone Don Wilson Boueee Halgood Benny Lee Caroline Rich George Gershwin Ferde Grofe Each Masters Ebs&s T Columbia Network Walter Tetley Jack Masters NBC Blue Sedley Brown Allie Lowe Miles New York Bob Ripley NBC Ripley

Miss Edith Coggeshall Fetes at Hope Street Shower

A mixed reception last night at Mrs. John Hadfield home on Hope Street honored Miss Edith Coggeshall of 98 Church Street. Guests came from Wickford Norwood Providence and Bristol as rose petals showered Coggeshall on entering the room. Prizes were won by Miss Ethel Snvaders and Eunice Manchester among others. Miss Coggeshall is to wed George Baton of this town.

Ruby Blaisdell Mattie Briggs John Hadfield Hope Street Edith Coggeshall Church Street Eunice Manchester Charles

Town Council Acts on Road Project and Fire Station Repairs

The Bristol town council approved moving 30 road workers to the Court Street rebuilding project and discussed funding for the Ever Ready Engine and Hose fire station repairs. Bids were received for High Street reconstruction with cost around 2651.08 dollars, potentially aided by Narragansett Electric. Police reported 10 arrests in September, mostly boulevard stop violations.

Able Scarera Qiligerice Colin Cil Prescott Paull Scform Med Cap WBE WPA Joseph A. Hammill Usher Place James Holmes Court Street High ‘Street P. Romano and Sons Callan Construction Company Holmes Narragansett Electric Company Thames Onerets Donat J. Gladue Izhway Fas Anthony J. Ferrara Board of Recreation Ferrara Public Aid Department Jack DeFelice Wood Street High Union Streets William H. Angevine John L. Flynn John Anthony Massano William Picard

Inflation harms workers and savers across nations

National Leader Samtivels cites historic inflation moments from France, Germany, and Russia to warn how rising prices erode purchasing power and punish workers while empowering gamblers. He argues inflation arises from excessive government spending and debt and urges reductions in spending to protect savers and families.

Daniel Webster France Russia

Probate Court Admits Will for Bristol Deceased

In Bristol on October 16 1936 the probate court hears petitions and receives a will for Mar ét D McCaughey deceased. Clerk W Church records the proceeding with standard formalities as the court processes the last will and testament.

Canvassers Notice for Bristol Town Election 1936

The Bristol Town Council as Board of Canvassers will meet in the Memorial Building on October 28 1936 at 7 30 PM to canvass and correct voter lists for the November election. This is the final canvassers meeting before the election. John W Church Town Clerk. 10 16 20 23 27

Bristol R. L John W. Church

Estate of Maria McCaughey Administrator Named

October 13 1936 notice that William D McCaughey of 17 Cyr Street Providence Rhode Island has qualified as administrator of the estate of Maria McCaughey late of Bristol Rhode Island deceased Creditors must file claims within the legally required time beginning October 16 as per law John W Church Clerk dated 10 16 23 30

Maria McCaughey William D. McCaughey Cyr Street Providence R. 1 Bristol R. I

Probate Notice for Frank M. Terra Will Bristol

The probate court of Bristol on October 6 1936 accepts a written instrument as the last will and testament of Frank M Terra late of Bristol deceased. It is referred to November 2 1936 at 10 am in the Probate Court Room Bristol for consideration with fourteen days notice to be published once a week in the Bristol Phoenix.

Procbate Court Bristol Frank M. Terra Bristol Phoenix John W. Church Brides Waters Bridget Waters Tol Mary Cherkas Peter Cherkas Mary Cherkaz Ohno Poland Frank J. Pinkos Warren R. J Rhode Island Probate Court Said

Bristol Probate Notices Outline 1936

The Bristol Probate Court announces probate actions for Bridget Waters Bridget Waters estate and Mary Cherkas alias Beth Cherkas requests appointing Frank J. Pinkos as Rhode Island administrator with a hearing set for November 2 1936. Also John McMahon estate administrator files first and final account. Notices run in the Bristol Phoenix for fourteen days.

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