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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1951
Page
2
The budget foreword notes a rise in department requests from $457 468.95 in 1948 to $741 963.19 this year, signaling near insolvency. It favors a property tax revaluation survey costing $18,000 as the best solution to restore equity, balance the tax base, and sustain town progress.
The Department of Navy invites qualified civilians for clerical jobs in Washington DC offices. Pay ranges from 2650 to 2875 dollars yearly. stenographers must type 40 wpm and transcribe at 80 wpm, typists 40 wpm. US citizens aged 18+ may interview with Esther Dewey at the State Employment Service in Fall River Massachusetts for two weeks from 9 am to 4 pm at 446 North Main Street.
Erich A O D Taylor Rhode Island Department Americanism chairman urges Legion Posts statewide to organize a model airplane program to provide wholesome recreation for youth promote safe skilled building and flying through contests boost Americanism and air mindedness and offer leadership avenues for thousands of returned veterans in Legion posts.
Taylor states the air-minded youth played a key role in the last war and that postwar peace allows their skills to be used in civic and service projects. He invites inquiries about model airplanes at Department Headquarters for more information.
Joseph F. Pannone, former highway surveyor, answered Caesar Brito’s charge before the Town Council that Pannone refused to pay for 52 feet of drain pipe at four fifty per foot. Pannone contends Brito knew the contract terms and had access to project specifications on State Street before bids opened. He says Brito had ample time to review and that he would not cover a bill he believes was already included in the contract.
Mrs William J Topazio hosted a surprise birthday for Irene Valerio of Mount Hope Avenue. Engagement announced for Theresa Procopio to Joseph Giusto. Frederick Arthur Hardy born April 9 to Frederick E Hardy and wife. Samuel Steen Jr named to Piedmont College Dean's List. Bristol Civic League plans April 27 meeting.
The First Bristol Troop met at Scout Hall planning their first overnight hike of the season with favorable weather. They will hold a weekend camping trip if conditions allow. Junior assistant Roger Pereira demonstrated packing tips and Manuel Correia led camping drills as Assistant Scoutmaster Manuel Torres Jr directed activities.
April 20 to May events include food sales rummage sales and dances hosted by Reba Rebecca Lodge Bristol Chapter DAR Narragansett Electric Co and Holy Name Society with venues at Narragansett office Odd Fellows Hall Midway Steak and Lobster House Mt Carmel Church and local lodges Proceeds support church and community groups including Bristol Jewish Community Center Flower Committee and Reba Rebekah Lodge May 16 features an annual bridge event at Odd Fellows Hall.
About 100 large bags of clothing were collected over four days in public schools. Edward J Fitzgerald reports 1,500 to 2,000 pounds donated, enough to clothe around 400 needy children. Goods will be shipped locally and abroad to aid distressed areas.
William S. Cherry Jr of this town reports two registered Guernsey cows have completed Advanced Registry records under Rhode Island University supervision and were submitted to the American Guernsey Cattle Club. Lady Katherine of The Glen produced 12 818 pounds of milk and 621 pounds of butterfat in 365 days. she is a daughter of sire Earl of The Glen, with 14 progeny in the Performance Register. Northern F. Clara Belle, a junior three year old, yielded 13 380 pounds of milk and 651 pounds of butterfat. her sire Foremost Hermes has 71 offspring in the club’s Performance Register.
Frank Almeida a hospital corpsman third class in the US Navy serves aboard the heavy cruiser USS Salem with the Sixth Fleet in the Mediterranean. The Salem features modern air conditioning and weapons and will allow sailors to visit Greece Turkey Egypt and Italy.
The town reports $1,474.63 in Saturday collections for the cancer drive, aiming to surpass last year's $1,529.37. Co Chairs Mrs. Raymond Makowsky and Mrs. Nathaniel Gladding urged remaining reporters to submit totals, praising captains and workers for strong effort. Some donations and telephoned pledges still await reporting, with table collections totaling $17.86 and multiple donors named.
The Knights of Columbus in Bristol names committees for the stage show Going Places at Guiteras Junior High on May 10 and 11. Grand Knight Joseph Cavallaro announces the Talent Committee and Ticket Committee with members including Norman J. Vermette chair and Salvatore Massano chair among others. Also approved were donations of 5 dollars each to the Rhode Island Cancer Society Fund, St. Elizabeth's Cotton Ball Program, and Our Lady of Mount Carmel school play to aid the school building fund. Refreshments followed the meeting at K of C Hall.
Two traffic accidents occurred Sunday on Hope Street with damaged cars but no injuries. Jerome A. Squatrito's Ford sedan was rear struck by Carmine Rinaldi's Buick after stopping for a driveway turn. Francisco Pao's sedan was hit on the left side by Charles Abate's southbound car near 984 Hope Street. police continue to investigate.
The Mariners commenced last Monday with sails full and log entries. Skipper Joan Doyle assisted as bearings were reviewed at 2000 and a crew test at 2020 followed by Aids to Navigation at 2040. The ship was unrigged by 2100 with centerboard raised and rudders removed before mooring. At 2110 six sailors sang the Sailors Hymn and bid the ship goodnight to The Vigilant.
The Columbine Troop finished their housekeeper’s badge while others earned sewing badges. The Tenderfoots completed their work and Janice Souza earned her Player’s badge.
The Brownies of Troop 11 spent a Wednesday afternoon thinking of spring. Each girl named a bird during roll call and then worked on crepe paper weaving and finished most of their baskets.
Members of the Columbian troop completed sewing projects and worked on the Housekeepers badge at the latest meeting. Janice Sousa served as troop scribe.
The Marigold troop prepared an infant bed from a clothes basket at Scout Hall and discussed proper food for children aged one to six months. The meeting ended with games and dismissal.
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