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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1953
Page
4
The Salvation Army New England branches urge direct action and local gifts to aid victims of the Bradford Street fire. The appeal highlights community need, local fund retention, and requests donors to contribute via the enclosed envelope.
The sale plan hinges on state Supreme Court action on an appeal by the Dexter heirs. Lawyers estimate legal costs are small next to potential trust fund income and property taxes from the tax free lands. Bristol parcels include 87 house lots on Bradford Congregational and Wood Street, plus 10 large tracts and a 116.5 acre farm leased for 255 yearly.
The C A Workers union states it is fully responsible and controlled by its members. It pledges constructive dealings with companies and aims to improve labor management relations, stabilize the industry, and boost prosperity for the union and its members.
The Byfield heirs seek reversion of land held for school use after a 1947 state Supreme Court decision granted Bristol clear title. Fees for the law firm stem from work after the ruling, as equity actions proceed. Much of the unsettled land lies along Metacom and Bay View avenues, with possible homeowner purchase once cases conclude.
Bristol Council last night approved appointments for Grand Knight Edward G Lowrey in anticipation of installation Sept 9. Rev Emy DiMattia named chaplain. Other posts given to Henry F Serbst William Guevremont August E Gibbemeyer Joseph L Rodrique and others including chairmen for Catholic activities youth council and athletics with Sisson DaPonte and Servant as welfare and memorial heads.
A partial roster lists Deputy Grand Knight David J Ferris Recorder James J Connery Jr Edward H Belle James E Connors and Raiola as membership officials Ferris membership prospect chairman Raiola publicity committee Charles F McHugh Jr and Connery Boy Scout committee Warden Joseph A King Joseph Viera Ratola Servant Ferris and Lowrey
Antique seekers invite bids for furniture china classware lamps marble top pieces and pictures. Write or call W G Bradley Prov 1 5116R B86 Willett Ave Riverside AR for details.
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