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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1942
Page
4
Representative Aime Forand urges Harold Ickes to end regional gas limits and ration all regions equally. He argues New England and the East Coast need proportional access due to wartime industry, defense workers, beach recreation, and regional shore facilities.
Government authority extends cleanup period for corn borer control under chapter 213. Farmers may complete debris and weed removal and plowing by May 10, 1942 to ensure destruction of corn remnants. Extension aims to prevent further pest escape and protect crops statewide.
Planning Night covered Ice Cream Social and Troop events for May 1H, Spring Round-up next week, Mount Hope Pow wow in June, Camp Yawgoog this summer. Frank DeLuca led Flying Hawk patrol to wins and earned First Class Scout badge.
A wounded fishhawk was found at North Cemetery with a broken wing. Mr Fales at 1039 Hope Street tended the bird, noting birds of the species are usually paired. Another bird later replaced the injured one at the cemetery.
Matthew Capone president of the Cup Defenders Association was the principal speaker at the 8th anniversary banquet held Sunday in G A R Hall. He urged ending labor racketeering and full cooperation in America's wartime campaign. Attendees included Town Council President J Floyd Huestis and several councilmen, state senator Pasquale Pagnand, representatives Henry Alfred and Ralph T Church, Chief of Police Anthony Ferrara, and honorary members Dr John R Bernardo Gen L H Callan Bertram W Wall. Banquet committee members listed.
Joseph Costa Maiato died at home after a long illness aged 54. Born August 8 1887 in St Michael's Azores he lived in Bristol 26 years. Survived by wife Maria five children and six brothers and a sister. Funeral Thursday at 8 15 a m with a high mass at St Elizabeth's Church. He was a member of Don Luis Felipe Society and Holy Name Society.
The Candidates Class at St. Michael’s Church held a successful sale in the Parish House on Saturday. Tables were organized by Myra Whitman, George Boutilier, and assistants for cakes, candy, may baskets, fancy items, and peanuts, with Freda DeCosta showcasing winter work including an Afghan and six scarfs sent to the Grenfell Mission in Labrador. Mrs. John G. Stewart supervised the event.
A humorous verse mocks Red Cross First Aid training and medical diagrams with playful lines about exams, care steps, and a plea for a doctor. It riffs on wounds, artificial respiration, pressure points, and odd medical topics while noting accidental poetry.
A brief notice lists contributions to the United China Relief Fund including George H. Phillips and Alice Be Wy. The total to date is $23.00. Checks or cash may be left at the Bristol Phoenix office for forwarding to New York headquarters.
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