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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1944
Page
2
The Recreation Board urges a conveniently located public beach near the town, not far from the compact area, to attract more youths and out of town visitors. A Cat Drive site west of the Town Asylum is proposed for an entrance fee project to fund maintenance and better supervision.
The US Rubber Victory Shift defeated URWA 7 to 6 Friday evening on the Common despite three errors. URWA played well overall and may face Independents or US Rubber Engineers if a game is held tonight.
Foot sufferers find relief with Podol the greaseless white ointment that soothes inflamed skin and gives cooling comfort. Available at Buffingtons Pharmacy Hope Drug Co and other drug stores.
Widespread interest in guest visits and social events. The column urges readers to share items of mutual interest and thanks contributors for cooperation and courtesy in Bristol and nearby areas.
Mr and Mrs Daniel W Knowlton and family stay at Bristol residence Long field for the season. U S Rubber Company Bristol plant closes for one week for employee vacation. Joseph I Camera son of Frank Camera and Catherine street receives promotion from seaman 2c to radioman 3c in the Navy. Holy Communion service with prayers for armed forces set for 11 am tomorrow at St Michael Church. Memorial service for SSgt Peter A Crefice killed in action to be held tomorrow evening at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church as part of the regular novena.
Bristol residents announced military promotions, homecomings, and summer visitors. Sgt. James J. Sylvia in France. Benjamin Greenstein, MM2c, US NR, returns after duty in the South Pacific. Miss Nancy Dyer to speak at Bristol Rotary. Ivy Guild box supper and St Mary Carnival prep set. reports on Red Cross leaders and local society gatherings at Weetamoe Farm and Lee Shore.
Miss Elia Francis Gray daughter of Mrs Ilaigh Mire Vernon A Gray of Peck Avenue underwent an appendectomy this morning at Truesdale Hospital. Mr and Mrs Reynolds G Northup and family are vacationing at Lake Mishwock Rhode Island with Mrs Anne V Seymour joining for the trip.
The Office of Defense Transportation released a brief question and answer sheet to help employers of returned veterans in automotive maintenance. Director E J Connors notes the value of veterans with new training and experience, guiding employers on rights and obligations in hiring veterans and offering copies from the Division of Information in Washington DC.
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