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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1930
Page
2
The poem praises The Enterprise and its crew, recalling launch, navigation, and racing pride. It lauds Mr Stone voices from radio and the ship’s steadfast performance, expressing communal cheers and affectionate tributes to skipper and builders.
Advertisements note shopping for a 250th anniversary pie and silk dresses at Dimond's Corner and Chic Shoppe. Mr and Mrs George Packer hosted guests on Constitution Street. items include velvet hats, curtains, and decorating banners for the town anniversary. Community events feature a beauty contest and dance by Night Owls, Whist club surprise for Mrs Gafford, and a bridge party for a first anniversary. Local organizations and stores adjust hours for Jewish New Year.
Washington Street from Hope to High will close Sunday afternoon 1 30 to after the choral societies and BT A Band finish at the General School. Members from Providence East Greenwich Peace Dale and Westerly travel by bus and car to Bristol for the program.
The event recalls the churchs founding and features Chief Sachem Ousa Mequien in the pageant role of King Philip. Rev LeRoy Perry gives an evening address in the auditorium at 7 30. Mrs Cora Shaw Anderson plays a 15 minute organ recital on the new organ, praised by Prof Ralph Kinder. The recital precedes a festival of song.
The newly rebuilt front and facade of Miss Sullivan's shop attract praise in the downtown shopping district. Fresh paint and polished floors enhance the display of gas merchandise while two large modern windows glow. The formal opening occurs today following improvements including removed trees and new lawn, drawing strong local interest.
The 250th anniversary of Bristol's founding is opened next Sunday September 21 with services across local churches. St Michael's hosts a special gathering featuring Rt Rev Lows Childs, among others, for the community celebration.
Sanford of San Joa qun California, visiting Lambeth Conference, responded by cable to an invitation to preach. An old St Michael's Church reformer and Bristol native, he is one of three ministers from St Michael's elevated to bishop. His California missionary jurisdiction and leadership in the church are noted as valuable contributions.
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