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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1951
Page
2
A new technique uses high frequency ultrasound to fragment gall stones. Experiments in anesthetized rabbits suggest a future non surgical treatment where stone fragments pass into the intestines and exit naturally.
A Bristol observer describes a near extinct Eskimo Curlew dubbed Curley seen around Bristol Highlands and Burnside Street. The piece notes Curley’s shy behavior on beaches and flights between Herreshoff’s pier and Walker Island, mentions three Curlew species and positions of various curlews, and highlights local efforts to protect the bird rather than hunt it.
A curious tale describes a wild bird named Curley arriving in Bristol from Newfoundland or possibly aboard a ship, with locals including Noonan and Mr. Sousa caring for it at Burnside Street. The piece notes regional bird migrations and the Whaup nickname while hinting at a busy Bristol scene on Burnside Street.
Outstanding 4-H records earned six Rhode Island club members top state honors in the 1957 National 4-H Dairy Foods Demonstrations and related programs. Winners Mildred Shute Abity Lawton Helen Jackson Ann Tolderlund and the team of Helen Henry and Marie Ann Cardi received 17 jewel watches donated by sponsors.
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