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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1951
Page
2
A letter urges continued cleanup of Hope Street between Church and Bradford to improve town pride and attract tourists new residents and industry. It notes recent State Public Works efforts but says sidewalks and curbing remain littered and urges a sustained cleaning schedule.
Sylvia, manager of the Plumbers, announced a roast for King Philip Little Leaguers next Tuesday at Bay View Avenue. Managers coaches and league officials are invited. The event starts at 6 pm with transportation from High Street courthouse beginning at 5 30 pm. The Plumbers club will host all other league clubs.
Louis Murgo son of Mr and Mrs Matteo Murgo of 2 Seigel Street returns Wednesday night after a summer in Houlton Maine where he played for the Houston Collegians. The Brown University sophomore catcher and outfielder said the coast league is fast and semi pro. The Collegians finished fourth after a semi final exit. Murgo batted .220 with two home runs and 18 RBIs after joining in mid June.
About 20 members of the Bristol Rangers Drum and Bugle Corps and the Bristol Boy Scout Drum and Bugle Corps attended the VFW finals in Jersey City as guests of St. Vincent's Drum and Bugle Corps. Birth announcement for John Ezikovich’s son on August 27 at the Lying-In Hospital in Providence. Petty Officer Winslow E Kelsey promoted to Chief Petty Officer at the local Coast Guard depot and serving as skipper of a 64 foot outpollution and rescue ship. Patty Plaster returns to Manhasset after summer with John W Church of Pop Pasquash. Bristol Garden Club to hear Mrs James C Carmark on Roadside Beautification next Wednesday. Pfc Anthony Matrone, USAF, leaves for Camp Stoneman after furlough from Francis E Warren AFB. Reverend Arthur Garner to speak at First Congregational Church. Mrs Ralph McEldowney of Fairfield, Conn. Mrs Harry Kearney and Miss Edith Griggs of Bridgeport visit Mrs H W Boynton. Albert R Cirillo and Shirley Girard travel to Washington DC to visit Carmine Cirillo. Gordon Luther to preach at Baptist Church on Sunday on Tapping Life's Reservoir. Miss Patricia Ann Kaiman to be guest of honor at a birthday party for her eighth birthday.
Lt Joseph G A Riccio of 932 Hope Street is now stationed at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard Hawaii for about two years. He serves as Assistant Shops Engineer for Transportation and will oversee proper transport, personnel, and services. He expects his wife and two boys to join him in September.
The article outlines expenditures needed for operating repairing and purchasing heavy equipment shipyard cranes derricks and vehicles. It notes Lt. Riccio who prior to service in June 1951 was a civil engineer in Bristol.
Roger W. Pigeon of the King Philip Little League leads a meeting at the YMCA with Warren and Barrington officials to discuss a new intermediate league for ages 13 to 15. The plan envisions a six team structure across Bristol County towns with a possible Pony League name and a September East Providence meeting to discuss a state league for older youths.
A letter to the editor quotes a visitor who praises Bristol’s tree lined Hope Street but complains that entering the town reveals litter cigarette waste and junk. The writer suggests Rhode Island bears responsibility for keeping the highway and town clean and attractive.
Church notices announce Rev Henrique Rocha as pastor with Rev Luiz Pacheco and Rev Jose Pimental as assistant pastors. Masses listed at Wood Street location with Sunday times seven to eleven, plus daily 7 a.m. mass.
St Michael s parish notes include Rev Charles C Curran pastor Rev Alfred T Ferrara assistant pastor Canon Albert C Larned in charge for August Hope Street and Wood Street contact numbers daily mass 7 30 a m high mass 10 45 a m 10 a m prayer and sermon on second and fourth Sundays alternating Sundays holy communion on alternate dates.
A letter notes the neglect of Hope Street between Bradford and Church with folded sidewalks and waste. Merchants strive to sweep their frontage but cannot fix the entire area, demanding state or town action to establish a cleaning program before health hazards worsen.
Lifeguard Charles E Callan announces a 6 to 7 15 pm beach splash party for water carnival participants with dancing and refreshments at 8 pm at the YMCA. He warns against breaking glass or causing injuries, urging safe conduct to avoid hospital bills and keep the community safe.
Mr and Mrs John Andrade of 24 Cook Street announce the engagement of their daughter Angela to James Burke son of Mr and Mrs William Burke of 102 State Street. Angela will graduate from Rhode Island Nursing School in Providence next Wednesday. James is a University of Rhode Island alumnus with a business administration major. No wedding date has been set.
A terse church notice lists Reverend Frederick F. Driftmier as pastor at First Congregational with a telephone contact Br 10314. The brief entry records the church's designation and a communication line.
The listing shows Sunday Mass at 7, 8:30, 9:30, and 10:30 high, with daily Mass at 7 a.m. The notice provides church service times for parishioners and visitors.
H Gordon Luther guest preacher at First Baptist sets Sunday programs on High Street. An old fashioned hymn sing follows the morning service and evening events, inviting all to attend. The contact number is 1-1590-W.
The Town of Bristol Rhode Island invites sealed bids for printing the 1951 Tax List. Bids due by 4 PM September 6 1951 at the Town Clerk’s Office. Examination of the list available in Bristol. Bid envelopes marked Bid Tax Book. Town reserves right to reject any or all bids.
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