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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1949
Page
2
The former town solicitor criticizes the council for naming seven Planning Board members to a five member body. He asserts the move exceeds authority though seven members may better serve town interests. He favors taxpayer accountability and suggests staggering terms for continuity and long range planning.
A fragment from a Bristol area publication urges readers to use and share a local courtesy notice. It emphasizes mutual help and cooperation within the community for broad benefit.
Bristol notices report a Girl Scout meeting at 2:00 p m on High Street and a rummage sale at Scout House Friday at 10 a m. A second whooping cough and DPT immunization clinic is scheduled for Rockwell House tomorrow at 1 30 p m. Manuel Bento announces Isabel Bento to John Kelley. Best X Ray clinic at Rockwell House Monday April 25 at 1 p m requires doctor permission. Marble contest prizes planned Friday on the Common for junior high and grammar school groups. Birth announced for Robert Joseph Botelho at Lying in Providence Hospital. Bristol Garden Club annual meeting set for tomorrow at 2 p m at Mrs Edward L Leahy residence. James Scott to discuss corsages. Trinity Women’s Guild to hear Archdeacon Parshley on missionary work with slides. Frances Maiorano to wed Joseph Brown May 7.
The Rev Charles G Curran pastor of St Marys was appointed chaplain of Bristol County Division No 1 Ancient Order of Hibernians by State Chaplain Monsignor Peter Blessing. John R Duggan outlined the order history from 1565 to its American presence since 1836 and its Irish heritage efforts. State organizer Michael F Sweeney presided as Hugh E Strain spoke.
The article notes Mr Bergstrom’s departure from the Bristol post after three years of service and his regret at leaving. It references his monthly report with accomplishments and future recommendations. Henry A Street leads the personnel committee seeking a qualified replacement while Frederick S Bartlett presides over the meeting.
A wife writes a brief memorial verse for John Vieira reflecting loss and longing. She recalls years together and asks him to watch for her coming after her life ends, closing with loving notes.
A fragmented line expresses commitment and remembrance for someone named in the text. The speaker pledges ongoing memory and daily regard, emphasizing loyalty and intention without clear specifics.
J Francis Connell secretary of the Colt Memorial Ambulance Fund lists contributors from yesterday. United States Rubber Company gave 100 dollars Carr Mfg Corp Athletic Assn 30 Bristol Senior High Athletic Assn 25 Mr and Mrs J F Connell 25 Dr and Mrs A F DAngelo 25 Charles J Falugo Inc 25 Mr and Mrs Walter Simpson contributed to the drive.
The article recounts the St Marys parish history from its 1855 founding and lists pastors through 1946, with memorial gifts from local supporters. It notes the Bristol unemployment benefits office opening and quotes Republican Leroy L Dean on the achievement as a campaign priority.
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