Ballistics Expert Speaks to Rotarians on War Souvenirs
Sgt John M Crowley Providence Police ballistic expert told the Rotary Club at the White Rail that war souvenirs such as pistols guns grenades and imitation weapons are dangerous in homes. He urged turning them over to police for safe handling and noted crime in the state relies heavily on such items. Crowley described his career from 1922 to 1948 and said he is the only Rhode Island expert qualified to testify in ballistics. He emphasized public tips help solve crimes and that leads are kept confidential. Next Wednesday the club will hold its annual clambake at the White Rail Riding Club grounds.
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John M. Crowley
Providence Police Department
Rotary Club
White Rail
Set Crowley
Dea’ Bnd
Crowley
Providence
Rhode Island
Police
New York
Dick Tracy
White Rail Riding Club
Health for All: Prevent Burn Injuries in Children
A public safety note warns that one third of fatal burns occur to children ages one to five. Most burns arise from kitchen hazards such as ranges, hot liquids, and matches. Emphasizes supervision and simple prevention like keeping cooking on back burners and turning handles away.
Bid for Sidewalk Construction Opened in Town
Sealed bids for the construction of a sidewalk on the south side of Bais Avenue front Street will be received at the Town Office until 1 o clock p m on December 1, 1953. Bids must be marked Bid for sidewalk and addressed to the Town Clerk. The town reserves the right to reject any bid deemed not in the town's interest. John W Church Clerk B-13-21-28
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Department of Public
Siaod
Pounett Tegerves
van Siinommern
John W Church
Clerr
Bristol District Nursing Association Health Column Sponsor
A column note states sponsorship by Bristol District Nursing Association in the interest of better health. It frames ongoing health topics and community nursing support for readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol District Nursing Association
Probate Court session and notices of estate actions
The court will convene in the Probate Court Room for hearings on actions from motions filed. Notices reference Edwin T Miller and R Miller of East Prov, executrix and administrator roles with claims due in the Probate Clerk’s office starting August 14, 1953. Also mentions Louisreenberg changing name and guardian appointment with distribution hearing dates and times per law.
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Probate Court
Reenberg
Louis
Jehan
Benjamin Frazen
Lawn and Garden Field Day at Kingston August 20
The Week End Gardener notes that mid September offers good chances to plant new lawns. A Lawn and Garden Field Day will be held at Kingston next Thursday August 20 with Dr DeFrance and team demonstrating at the Green houses from 10 am. Attendees are advised to soil test, double topsoil on light soils, and use Kingston Mix seed. Dr DeFrance offers a circular on request.
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Kingston
Rhode Island
Garden Harvest and Fall Shrub Care Tips
Harvest tomatoes when pink to preserve size and flavor. Pick cucumbers and summer squash at eating stage to boost future fruit set. Remove overripe fruits for compost. For fall shrub work, dig around plants now to prune lateral roots and stimulate new root growth. Light fertilizer and watering aid root food. avoid excessive top growth. August is best for cutting brush land as roots store little food then.
Bristol Sealed Bids Sought For Playground Beverages
Bristol Town Recreation invites sealed bids for soft drinks food supplies and ice cream to be used at the Playground Cone event on August 25. Bids should be sent to the Board of Recreation and delivered to the Common Playground by August 18 at 4 PM. Supplies may be obtained from the Director Azatiello. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids as in the town’s best interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Azatiello
Board of Recreation
Bristol Board of Recreation
Cc Cirillo
Transfer of intoxication beverage license sought for Manuel Ferrera
August 6 1953 notice of application to transfer Class B-Victualer license to Manuel P Silvia at 300 302 Thames Street. Town Council to hear remonstrances on September 1 1953 at 8 PM in Burnside Memorial Building Council Chamber. remonstrance must be filed with a play Order of the Town Council. John W Church Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manuel Ferrera
Manuel P. Silvia
Thames Street
Burnside Memorial
John W. Church
Sealed bids sought for fuel oil supply in Bristol Rhode Island
The Town Clerk of Bristol Rhode Island invites sealed bids for supply of 2 fuel oil deliveries to the Burnside and Holmes Memorial Buildings. Bids due 4 PM Tuesday September 1, 1983. Envelopes marked Bid for Fuel Oil. Council may reject any or all bids.
George M Wilbur & Sons Co Lady Assistant Services
Probate style notice from George M Wilbur and Sons Co inviting services from their chapel at 013 Main St Warren with contact Warren 84 16 and 2 Constitution Bristol with Tel Br 403.
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George M. Wilbur & Sons Co
Main St
Warren
Constitution &2
Bristol
Bristol Planning Board Public Hearing on Subdivision Rules
Public hearing by the Town of Bristol Planning Board on subdivision and land development in Bristol. Notice states hearing will be in Council Chambers at 1:00 p.m. on a Sunday. All interested parties may attend and be heard.
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Town of
Bristol
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High Street
Frank Cardoza
Rock Street Tel
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Manuel Marshall
Fox Hill Ava
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Anthony A. Nunes
J. E. Connors Funeral Home Inc
State Street
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Detroit
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Portsmouth
East Main Road
John E. Janes
Ferris Dry Goods
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Toan
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Federal Reserve System
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Phoenix
OIL
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Holmes Memorial Building
Department of Public Works
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District Nursing Association
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Scotts Seed
Scuts
Sco. Spaeavens
America
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Hope Motors, Inc
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