It Day Remembered Bristol's Joy and Sorrow at War's End
Editorial look back 14 years to Bristol Phoenix coverage of VJ Day. Townspeople poured into the streets as bells, horns, and flags announced Japan's surrender. Crowds filled churches, parades formed, celebrations contrasted with news of missing serviceman James Flynn, a moment of shared triumph and loss.
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Bristol Phoenix
Japan
Harry S Truman
Washington
Bristol
the Phoenix
United States Armed Services
Hope Street
Arthur J. Duffy
Duffy
Hope
State Streets
Kearney
American Legion
James Flynn
Charles St
Storm Reminders at Church Street Park Benches
In a five year post hurricane reflection residents cite two park benches at the park foot of Church Street as deteriorated since Hurricane Carol. They propose plaques to mark the damage or, if costly, repair to restore public seating for townspeople.
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Church St
V J Day Line Of March Parade Readout
The line of march lists units and leaders including Chief Marshal M Sgt Frank Sousa, Staff Joseph Ruggerio, aides Michael Topazio and Joseph De Castro, chaplain Rev Canon Delbert W Fildesley, plus Rangers Drum and Bugle Corps Nike Color Guard Navy and Coast Guard detachments. Official line notes attendees from state representatives Lima and Pasqua to veterans groups and youth organizations.
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Frank Sousa
Joseph Ruggerio
Rangers
Drum and Bugle Corps
Nike Color Guard
Nike
Navy Color Guard
Navy Detachment
Coast Guard
Cutter “Spar
Coast Guard Float
Coast Guard Auxiliary
Moths Impartial In Wool Choice
Scientists report moths and carpet beetles feed on clean fabrics as well as soiled ones. Tests show damage can recur despite cleaning, challenging the belief that only dirty materials attract pests, leaving homemakers to combat repeated infestations in garments, rugs, and upholstery.
Jack's Tap Downs Central in 7-2 win for second place
Jack's Tap strengthened its hold on second by defeating Central Hardware 7-2 on Aug. 4. Jerry Botelho drove in two of Jack's first three runs and scored once, including a triple for the first tally. He added a fourth inning single driving in Vic Andrade, and Jack's finished with single runs in the fifth and sixth and a three-run seventh.
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Jack
Central Hardware
Jerry Botelho
Bob Caizzi
Jerry
Hank Correia
Vic Andrade
August 29 Ham and Bean Supper at Trinity Church
Saturday event at Trinity Church Rooms scheduled for 6 p.m. with a ham and bean supper. Funds to support church activities and community outreach. Tickets not specified.
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Trinity Church Rooms
V J Exercises Continue With Little League Doubleheader
Coast Guard Auxiliary leader Francis P Cuomo and Veterans Council president preside as town celebrates V J Day with a Chips versus Franklin Little League game. Teams feature players such as J St Angelo and A Guevremont. managers Tappero and Cavallaro. umpires Almeida and Mello. A Town Common dance follows 8 to 10 30 pm with nine prizes for top dancers.
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Mander
Coast Guard
Francis P Cuomo
Veteran's Council
Franklin
A Guevremont
J Cavallaro
L. Piemontese
A. Tavares
J Salvaggio
L Ciro
S Ferrara
H Maturi
R McGinn
Canberra
J Reynolds
M Grabert
S LaVallee
Joe Cavallaro
Jose Salvaggi
Frank Almeida
Joseph Mello
Local Chamber Elects New Officers
Nathan Eisenstadt was reelected president of the Bristol Chamber of Commerce at a YMCA meeting Wednesday evening. The slate included Anthony Campagna as first vice president Orlando J Bisbane as second vice president Albert Finger as treasurer and Ella Millard Charles D Alessio Philip Bodell William D Hall Anthony N Nunes and Eugene Reynolds as directors. The nominating committee comprised Campagna D Alessio Finger Bisbane and William Furtado. The group agreed to write the Post Office Department seeking a new post office location and formed a committee to study fare reductions at the Mt Hope Bridge. The regular meeting was changed to the first Monday of each month. The issue also included travel tips for Japan with advice on customs, tipping, transportation, and etiquette.
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Nathan Eisenstadt
Bristol Chamber of Commerce
YMCA
Anthony Campagna
Orlando J Bisbane
Albert Finger
Ella Millard
Charles D'Alessio
Philip T Bodell
William D. Hall
Anthony N. Nunes
Eugene Reynolds
Anthony T Campagna
Orlandorisbano
William Furtado
Campagna
Bodell
Finger
Mt. Hope Bridge
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Aides
Michael Topazio
Joseph de Castro
John Schinigel
Sebastian Dias
John Silvia
Louis Caromile
Delbert W Fildesley
Lima
Pasqua
Veterans’ Organizations
Kingsmen
Drum & Bugle Corps
Bristol Train of Artillery
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Disabled American Veterans
Oscar A Ruishe
Fire Dept
Mr Chon
John Letizia
Fred Riccio
Michael Minutell
John Medeiros
Francis P Cuoma
Jack's Tap Downs Central
St. Mary’s Women's Guild Bridge
St. Mary’s Auditorium
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Pica
Chips
Franklins
J St Angelo
LaVallee
Paiva
Travers
R Medeiros
P Vaccaro
S Brailey
J Benevides
R Hodgeson
J Mascena
J Massano
J Mello
Charles Tappero
Vin Vaccaro
Post Office Department
Chamber
Customs House
Tokyo Electric
Imperial Palace
Tokyo
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