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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1934
Page
2
A town faces a clash as workers at Collins & Nikiman Corp threaten disruption amid protests by imported strikers. Officials urge all agencies to protect company property and about 600 local workers earning $22,000 weekly, praising fair employers and stable employment.
The piece outlines rising tensions in industrial relations with references to administration policies, strike dynamics, and worker conditions. It contrasts official aims of placating workers with fears of economic disruption and political overreach, highlighting calls for broader control and potential fascist implications.
Local items report plans for the Kirkemuit Grange hake on Sept 20 at Warren grounds, residents returning from visits, store closures for Jewish New Year, and social club activities. Notes mention Miss Mary Baker returning from New York, Miss Navier entering Rhode Island State College, and textile workers' involvement in Rhoxe Island. The newly organized Socialites announce a meeting at 144 Bradford Street with officers listed.
Patrolman William I. Baker Jr enjoys his annual vacation. Mr and Mrs Edmund Byrne of Riverside announce the birth of a son, Richard Geoffrey, yesterday. Mrs Byrne formerly Miss Gwendolyn Hodgdon of this town.
The Olympians defeated the Ever Readys 2 0 in a six inning game called at darkness to clinch the Bristol Twilight League title. Foxy Marshall pitched a stellar no run game with six strikeouts while Frank Sousa limited opponents to two hits. Cap Pucer Osmpian’s erratic throws provided comedy as the crowd cheered a post game victory parade.
Town Council canvass shows 4279 residents eligible to vote in the November election. Clerk John Wo Church notes only 32 more registrants than 1932 and cites voter registration delays as a factor. District tallies list First District with 2359 voters and Second District with 1920. gender totals show men 2410 and women 1909 among registrants.
Bristol Chapter D A R to hold a public whist and food sale on Wednesday afternoon September 12 at the chapter house on Franklin street. Alice Almy chairs the committee.
The Jewish New Year starts at sundown Sunday and runs through Tuesday evening. Bristol Jewry opens with synagogue services on High Street led by Rabbi Harris Cohen of Providence, with additional services Monday morning and Tuesday evening to conclude the observance.
A brief listing provides Emanuel Iacoletti’s Bristol and West telephone numbers and address at 171 Unit Street Providence Rhode Island indicating a local business or personal contact listing.
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