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Biography of Rev. Thomas J. O’Connor

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For five years, from 1925 to the present writing (1930), Rev. Thomas J. O’Connor has been the able pastor of the Church of St. Philomena at Narragansett Pier, Rhode Island. The parish of St. Philomena was originally a mission of St. Francis’ parish of Wakefield, which, in turn, from 1850 on to 1879, was itself a mission of East Greenwich. Before 1850 there were few Catholics in this region, which, in that early time, was seldom visited by a priest. No doubt such devoted men as Edward Putnam or James Fitton, missionaries-at-large from Providence, sometimes called there in the early … Read more

Biography of Albert H. Daly

Starting an independent retail food business in Providence in 1915, with a force of thirty clerks, Albert H. Daly conducted the industry with such ability that it prospered from its inception and today is one of the largest and finest establishments of its kind in Rhode Island and requires approximately two hundred employees to handle its trade. Mr. Daly’s success is due to a combination of industry, keen intellect, courage in the face of intense competition and small profits and an unaltering determination to prove to the public the value of pure foods offered at the lowest possible prices. During … Read more

Biography of Robert Aldrich

A member of old and distinguished New England families, Robert Aldrich has passed his entire active life in his native State of Rhode Island. As owner and operator of a contract painting enterprise, he has made a place for himself in the business life of the Wickford and North Kingstown section, where he is equally well known through his activity in civic and social affairs. Mr. Aldrich was born at Providence, Rhode Island, on August 21, 1881, a son of Edward S. and Emily L. (Howland) Aldrich, both born at Providence, Rhode Island, and both now deceased. The father was … Read more

Biography of Horace Williams Tinkham

After an outstanding career in the industrial field of Rhode Island for a quarter of a century, where he came to be one of the leading manufacturers in the State, Horace Williams Tinkham, of Warren, abandoned that occupation and engaged in agriculture. The wonderful versatility of his mental endowments was here displayed, for he quickly became an authority and for the twenty-seven years preceding his death he was even more prominent in his latter occupation than he had been in manufacturing. He made of farming an exact science and, frequently operating on lines in direct opposition to long custom, illustrated … Read more

Biography of Gerald M. Richmond

One of the most highly respected bankers and business men of Providence, Rhode Island, during his active years was the late Gerald M. Richmond, of the firm of Richmond, Dorrance and Company. His knowledge of the financial world, his interest in his clients and his sagacious and honest advice for their economic welfare, and his straightforward and attractive personality brought to his office large and small investors, men and women of every type, whose confidence he won and kept. His was an important and constructive role in financial progress in Providence. Gerald M. Richmond was born in Providence, January 12, … Read more

Biography of Harold Benson

Following two years’ active military service in the United States Army during the World War, Mr. Benson then spent some time in business and later served for three years with the Rhode Island State Police. Since 1928 he has been a very efficient chief of police of the town of East Greenwich and during his incumbency of this office he has gained for himself to a remarkable degree the liking and confidence of his fellow-townsmen. He is a member of several fraternal and other organizations, in all of which he is very popular. Harold Benson was born in Providence, October … Read more

Biography of Robert Brown

Among the younger members of the legal fraternity of Providence, few men have exhibited such keen mental grasp of the law in a wide variety of aspects and made so notable a place for themselves in a comparatively short space a time as has Robert Brown, whose offices are located at 442 Hospital Trust Building. Mr. Brown is counsel for the Automobile Service Association of Rhode Island and his clients number many of the more important people of the city. He is possessed of an agreeable and likable personality and enjoys the high esteem of an extensive group of friends … Read more

Biography of John Michael Maloy

For over seventy years John Michael Maloy, boy and man, was a familiar personage to the people of Warren, while for far longer than half a century he was a popular and prosperous merchant there. Quiet, unassuming, genial and courteous in all his associations with his fellows, he was the soul of honor and a living example of the Golden Rule. His value as a citizen was recognized and he was called to public office, in which he served with distinction and with value to the people. It is probable that no merchant in the city accomplished more with less … Read more

Biography of Winfield Corey Potter, Ph. B.

In the educational affairs of West Warwick, Rhode Island, a man who has for many years taken an important part is Winfield Corey Potter, Ph. B., who has been serving since 1922 as principal of the high school of this place. Both in this position and in his previous work as teacher, Mr. Potter has contributed substantially to the well-being of his community and his fellows, and his efforts and achievements have brought him their esteem and respect. Mr. Potter was born in Central Falls, this State, on October 6, 1888, son of Frank W. and Margaret (Ashworth) Potter. His … Read more

Biography of John Barlow

As dean of sciences, professor of zoology, and acting president of Rhode Island State College, Kingston, Rhode Island, John Barlow has taken an active part in educational affairs in this State. His affiliations are many in scientific and civic circles, and his work has been outstandingly useful to his fellow-citizens. Professor Barlow was born in Amenia, New York, son of Henry and Helen (Benton) Barlow. He received his early education in the schools of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, and subsequently became a student at Middlebury College, in Middlebury, Vermont, from which he was graduated in 1895. In the following year he was … Read more