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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1931

Page

3

Chances and Broad Minded at the Douglas Fairbanks Theater

Pastime Friday and Saturday present First National romance Chances with Douglas Fairbanks Jr as a World War doughboy in love triangle with Anthony Bushell. Rose Hobart leads with an ensemble including Holmes Herbert and Mary Forbes set on sweeping Western Front. Second feature Broad Minded stars Joe E. Brown with Bette Davis and others in a domestic comedy directed by John M. Stahl about love across two women and a man, Bart Carter.

Douglas Fairbanks, Jr Fairbanks Anthony Bushell A. Hamilton Gibbs Beautiful Rose Hobart Holmes Herbert Mary Forbes Edmond Breen Harry Allen Jeanné Fenwick Edward Morgan Tyrrell Davis Western Front Joe FE Brown Ona Munson William Collier Marjorie White Bette Davis Richard Tucker Frances Dade John M. Stahl Miss Tobin Miss Wilson John Boles Boles Bart Carter

Young John Darrow Prominent in Radio Pictures Feature

Sunday program features John Darrow highlighted as a rising screen lead from stage roles after his early film debut in Hell’s Angels and notable parts in The Racket Prep and Pep Girls Gone Wild and The Argyle Case. He stands six feet tall and stays active in sports and aviation. The second feature spotlights Jean Harlow in Goldie with Spencer Tracy and Warren Hymer, billed as the ace laugh team of Fox films known for Up the River and other comedies.

John Darrow Betty Compson Darrow Jean Harlow Goldie Spencer Tracy Warren Hymer Tracy Bill Hymer Fox

Seed leads Universal drama of domestic life on screen

Universal Pictures presents a film adaptation of Charles G Norris novel Seed. John Boles Genevieve Tobin Lois Wilson and Raymond Hackett star under a master director in a vivid study of domestic life. Zasu Pitts appears in a supporting role.

Universal Charles G Norris John Boles Genevieve Tobin Lois Wilson Raymond Hackett Zasu Pitts

Bristol K of C Outing Clam Bake and Ball Game Win

Bristol Council No 379 and Warren Council members enjoyed a Sunday outing at Fales Grove Bristol Neck with a 75-guest clam bake by James A Munro. Notable attendees included State Deputy James Reilly State Treasurer Eagan and State Secretary Mee Elvery. A 3 pm base ball game saw Bristol beat Warren 13 to 4 with batteries Lavander Connery and Kelley Coughlan.

Bristol Council Warren Council Fales Grove Bristol Neck James A. Munro James Reilly Eagan Providence Mee Elvery Pawtucket Warren Bristol John Lavander Thomas Connery Kelley Dan Coughlan

Society Circus On Lawn At 23 Summer Street

Yesterday afternoon a society circus was held on the lawn of 23 Summer street under the direction of Master Alec and Herbert Gerster, George Marshall and Norman Munroe. Those in attendance wore ancient costumes and, after the performance, the boys served light refreshments.

Summer Street Alec Herbert Gerster George Marshall Norman Munroe

Bristol Acrie Clam Bake Draws Crowds at N C Fales Grounds

Bristol Acrie No 953 FOEL held its annual clam bake on Sunday afternoon at the Bristol Neck grounds of N C Fales. A large attendance included guests from Providence and Warren. The bake was prepared by Samuel A. Chaffee.

Bristol

National Adjutant Barton Praised For Legion Work

Detroit Michigan James F Barton National Adjutant of the American Legion was praised for his Legion leadership at the 13th national convention Ralph T O Neil retiring National Commander lauded the association and its memory Barton has served as national adjutant since August 1 1925 He came from Fort Dodge Iowa where he led the Iowa department for four years and was well known in Legion activities

Detroit Mich James F. Barton The American Legion the Legion Ralph T. O'Neil Barton Fort Dodge Iowa Iowa Department of the Legion

Adjutant Barton Praised For Legion Service And Loyalty

National Commander expresses thanks to James F Barton and the staff for loyalty, courtesy, and steady devotion to the Legion. He compares the adjutant’s role to a corporate executive, noting the strong financial health and consistent effort of the national organization and its personnel.

Adjutant Barton Legion Mr. O'Neil James F Barton National Organization

Trappist reform spreads from La Trappe across Europe

The Trappist reform of the Cistercian order began at La Trappe under Armand Jean le Bouthillier de Rancé and expanded quickly. By spreading austere discipline, it fostered prominent monastic houses globally, with three U S abbeys noted: La Trappe in Kentucky, New Mellarey near Dubuque, and Our Lady of the Valley in Cumhertiad Ro.

Armand Jean le Bouthellier de Runce la Trappe Europe Thee United States Gethsemane New Mellarey Dubuque Town Our Lady of the Valley Cumhertiad Ro

Shell Composition Reveals Layered Horny Material and Calcite

Sea shells consist of alternating layers of a horny substance and calcium carbonate with a small amount of organic matter. The structure includes brief interlayers that contribute to shell strength and growth.

Liquid Air Production Described In Brief

A historical note explains liquid air is produced by compressing air then cooling it as it expands, reaching below the oiling point of its constituents to liquefy.

Wise Mar Avwligsene Induction Note

The fragmentary text hints at a wise mar event or statement about not inducting about impertinent matters. The readable words reference prudence and restraint in discussing irrelevant topics, suggesting a moral or advisory remark without concrete details.

No age to the spirit that lives in high sentiments

A compact reflection on enduring spirit and lofty ideals, asserting that true noble thoughts transcend age and time. The piece elevates virtue and aspiration as timeless forces guiding conscience and action.

Probate Court Seeks Sale To Pay Estate Debts In Bristol

October 14 1931 the Probate Court of Bristol hears George T Pollock executor of John B Pollock’s will as he seeks authority to sell all or part of a Bristol Rhode Island real estate to satisfy debts funeral expenses and estate costs. The 80 acre style lot on Constitution Street is described with bounds and neighbors including United Brothers Lodge No 13 Tl O O F and Morrissey land. A fourteen day public notice is ordered in the Bristol Phoenix for November 2 1931 at 10 AM.

Bristol John B. Pollock George T. Pollock Constitution Street Rhode Island United Brothers Lodge Fred S. Fortune Fortune Morrissey Sard Morrissey Bristol Phoenix John W Church Drobate Court Annie E. Wardwell Samuel C Wardwell Annie E Wardwell Ward North Kingstown R. I State of William A Francis Post Road Francis Esther KE Francis lWne John V Essex Elizabeth A Louis A Wellen Anid Louis A. Wellen Albert H. Wellen Louis’ A. Weillen Quidnesset Memorial Cemetery Quidnesset Baptist Church John Wessex Robert H. Champlin Champlin Bristol Phenix

Administration Notice Estate of Frank Pauli October 19 1931

The Probate Court of Bristol admits the Last Will and Testament of Frank Pauli deceased and the executors are admitted with bond. Creditors must file claims with the Bristol court clerk beginning October 23, 1931. John W Church Clerk Prescott B Paull and Marion FP Paulus Executors.

Frank Pauli Bristol Frank Paull John W Church Prescott B. Paull Marion FP Paulis

Mortgagee's Sale of Bristol Property Notice

Public auction set for November 4 1931 at 11 A M on the Bristol Rhode Island lot with buildings court and addressing Thames street and Franklin street. The mortgage deeds dated March 19 1920 by Demenico and Michelangela DeCristofaro are foreclosed subject to two prior mortgages and town taxes. Emilio D Tannuccillo attorney for the mortgages will bid on behalf of the lender.

Demenico DeCristofaro Michelangela DeCristofaro Bristol Rhode Island Hristol Thames Street Franklin — Street Louisa Starky Starky James B. White Bristol Home Franklin Street Industrial Trust Company Annie H. MacDougall Emilio D. Tannuccillo I.pe St R. I

We Owe You a Visit Debtors Hint Bluffton News

A brief item from Bluffton News Banner notes that some people promise a visit, a debt not eagerly collected by many. The light humorous line reflects local press tone and community chatter.

Bluffton News- Banner

Probate petition to sell ward's Rhode Island land interest

Samuel C Wardwell as conservator seeks authority to sell Annie E Wardwell's undivided one seventh of an 18.9 acre North Kingstown tract and related parcel described by metes and bounds. Sale to pay debts and fund ward's care, with notice ordered in the Bristol Phenix.

Public Auction Notice for Bristol Rhode Island Property

Public auction on November 14 1931 at 12 noon EST under mortgage deed from Edward R Tramonti dated August 8 1928 recorded Bristol Rhode Island. Describes Beachmont Manor Beach Road Hope Street and Colonial Terrace parcels with exceptions and held by Walter J Hennesse attorney.

Edward R. Tramonti Recorder of Deeds Bristol Rhode Island Refode Island Warren Hope Street Beachmont Manor W. K. McMillan McMillan Oliver McClure Horace Peck Providence Real Estate Improvement Company Beach Road R Beach Road Said Beach Road Celina Debuc Celina Dubuc Colonial Terrace R. I Waterman Engineering Company Tower Clerk

Bristol probate records reveal Catherine Coyle estate filing

Probates in Bristol town court show Philip Brady as executor presenting final account for the Catherine Coyle estate. The court clerk booked readings for the Fat day of Waveutier 1981 at 10 AM in the Probate Court Room for review and weekly notices in the Bristol Phenix.

Probats Bristol Tober, Cote Catherine ‘Co Ee Philip Brady Catherine Coyle Waveutier Bristol Phenix Ohn W. Church

Probate Court of Bristol Seeks Administrator for Ellen Flynn

October 14 1931 probate filing shows Michael J Flynn seeks appointment as administrator of Ellen A Flynn estate intestate late of Bristol The court orders fourteen days notice to be published weekly in the Bristol Phoenix at 10 oclock AM in the Probate Court Room Bristol filed by Clerk John W Church.

Bristol Ellen A. Flynn Michael J Flynn Probate Bristol Phoenix John W Church

Estate of Harriet L Peckham Administrator Named

Prescott B Paull of Bristol has qualified as administrator c t a of the estate of Harriet L Peckham late of Bristol deceased. Creditors must file claims in this office within the times required by law beginning October 23 1931 with dates 10 23 30 and 11 6 noted.

Harriet L. Peckham Prescott B. Paull Bristol D.b.n. C.t.a

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