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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1955
Page
4
New York and nearby states adopt the extra daylight hour next October with Massachusetts praised for leading the move. The shift, prompted by TV and radio demand, caused some sleeplessness but is seen as worthwhile as the public benefits become clear.
A reflective column on sun tan culture and coastal getaways contrasts men’s tanned skin with women’s paler returns. The narrator notes Florida winters, beach life, and the paradox of travel rich in perceived glamour yet grounded by the realities of money and work.
A long summary notes how newspapers spark disputes among government officials by broadcasting conflicting statements. It argues for checking sources before airing claims and cites public confusion as a result. It also lists local society items and military service notes from the community.
Antonio Teixeira Vasconcellos died suddenly on the way to work at Bristol Manufacturing Corp. Born December 8, 1891 in Madeira he lived in Bristol since 1910 and was a shoemaker for forty years. He is survived by his wife Delphina R Duarte Vasconcellos, a son, three daughters, three sisters and two brothers. Funeral tomorrow at 8:15 a.m. from his home with Mass at St Elizabeth's Church and burial in St Mary's Cemetery.
Funeral services for Mrs Philomena Sansone wife of Domenic Sansone of 28 Roma street were held from Sansone Funeral Home 192 Wood street. A solemn high Mass of requiem was celebrated at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church at 9 am with Rev Joseph Bernardi assisted by Rev Joseph Zorzano and Rev Carmelo Negro. Pallbearers included Joseph Ferreira Oliver Moran Manuel Gaspar Anthony Nunes Louis Sansone and Domenic Sansone. Mass burial followed at St Marys Cemetery with committal prayers by Father Bernard.
The YMCA Industrial Volleyball League finals pit first place US Rubber against Bristolites with The Smithmen earning a finals spot by defeating TWU Collins & Aikman Thursday night. C A and Carrs settled a third place tie last Tuesday. Millmen won the playoff.
A midnight 12:35 a.m. State Street collision caused minor damage as Oliver and others reported backing out and being linked to a house driveway. Di Commo and an unnamed companion faced assault charges after a disturbance at 95 with a man named Pao, with police noting injuries requiring stitches and a later court appearance scheduled for April 18.
Classified housing list showing rentals from $6 weekly for a four room tenement at 327 High Street to furnished and unfurnished two and three room apartments on Metacom Avenue Murphy Avenue Oliver Street and Catherine Street. Includes calls for occupancy May 1 and various contact numbers Br 1 1851R Br 1 1923R Br 1 0985R Br 1 1384M Br 1 0539 Br 1 1387 tf19 Br 1 1562 Br 1 1931 and requests for a live-in housekeeper with a four year old child.
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