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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1940

Page

2

Local residents and visitors share travels and events

Joseph Securo and Anthony Agatiello left for a motor trip to Vermont and New Hampshire. Newark resident Loretta Rosses visits Newark and Bradford residents socializes with Sturdevants. Births and birthdays noted at multiple Bristol addresses. Several locals attend clambakes, tennis finals, and camp activities as community life continues.

Joseph Securo Anthony Agatiello Vermont New Hampshire

Sidewalk plan on Hope Street questioned by Bristol council

The proposal to build an east side sidewalk on Hope Street from the town line at Warren to Washington Street meets strong local opposition. Voters recall an earlier gravel west-side path that was uncomfortable for women and only marginally useful, urging repairs to the existing cross-street route instead of continuing eastward.

Hope Street Town Line Warren Down Washington Street Bristol Colt Drive Town Bridge Bradford Street Bristol Phoenix

Britain stands as beacon for Europe’s peace and aid

The piece argues that Britain’s resilience offers real hope for a new order across Europe, with self governed nations and shared security. It asserts Britain’s stance permits debate in the United States on support, while urging more destroyers and two ocean naval capacity to deter aggression.

Great Britain Europe Britain France Belgium Netherlands Norway Denmark Poland Othe Dearant Eau Wake Pitan Italy Britamy Bertat America United States Batam

Britain to receive fifty young men to boost defense

An August Monitor editorial argues for sending fifty men deemed over age to Britain to bolster national defense against a potential future attack. General Pershing favors the proposal, claiming Britain’s continued stand justifies the risk and quicker measure.

America Britain General Pershing

Outing of Hope Circle D of I at Sweeney's Grove

Hope Circle No 70 Daughters of Isabella held an outing at Sweeney's Grove Bristol Narrows on Sunday. Chairlady Mrs Nellie Connery led a committee with Mesdames Sweeney Jordan Preble Burke Ingram Mancini Dunbar Breen Debuc Burke Kerr Callahan Pierce McKenna Marz Farley Condon Brooks Corey and Regent Miss Horton. Prize winners included Mesdames Youne Beauregard Dunbar Byrnes Vermette Almeida and Miss Callan.

Hope Circle Isabella Outing Sweeney’s Grove Bristol Narrows Nellie Connery Sarah Sweeney Margaret Jordan Rose Preble Eva Burke Lena Ingram Mary Mancini Genevieve Dunbar Rose Breen Edna Debuc Ethel Burke Mary Kerr Helen Callahan Eileen Pierce Ellen McKenna Ethel Marz Annie Farley Helen Condon Edna Brooks Mary Corey Frances Horton

Bristol County Police and Press Clambake Attended by State Officials

Leaders of both parties from across the state converge on Davis's Pavilion in Toorseet for the tenth annual clambake. Governor Vanderbilt heads Republican officials with aides and notable guests including ex Governor Quinn and US Attorney McGrath while Democratic leaders Dennis F Roberts and Theodore Fraser’s associate group join the event along with engineers from the Quonset Point base project.

Bristol County Davis Toorseet William H Vanderbilt James S Hart Robert E. Quinn United States J Howard McGrath Republian Art Louis J Jackson Everal Thomas P ST Ozerd Ot Thornton Sherman Cairman Republican State Centre Committee Widward JE Theodore Frasers Green Washington Dennis F Roberts Charman Democratic State Committee Quonset Point Naval Base

Post Office Site Expansion Condemns Narrow Property Lane Strip

Postmaster Daniel Coggeshall says about 10 feet of parcel on the late George North property, plus a 150 by 25 foot lane strip, will be condemned to extend the Post Office site. The move aims to widen access from Court Street and support broader local service.

Daniel Wi Coggeshall George Arvand Ja Jacinto

Obituary and Community Social at the Gates ME

A local obituary notice from Gates ME describes a social gathering held Saturday evening at the Bay area venue. The event featured singing, refreshments, and a guest list including Missese Tiered, Moniz, Domienic Pasquarelli, Cosino Marabilis, Emilio Jannuccillo, and the Séraphs committee. The report notes guests and church connections with Reverends Josephs and others in attendance.

Tans Bendaly Moniz Domienic Pasquarelli Cosino Marabilis Emilio Jannuccillo Guestis Distera

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