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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1953
Page
1
The Minn eapolis Honeywell firm showcased a new electronic echo sounding device called the sea scanner. Demonstrated in New York harbor aboard the tug Eugene Moran the tool maps fish schools providing distance depth size direction and speed to aid fishing efforts and potentially stabilize prices.
A field demonstration showed a scanar system moving automatically at depths to 1600 feet, scanning with high sound pulses and a radar type display. A hearing device assists object identification by echoes. Military observers praised its accuracy in harbor navigation and near shore operations.
Bristol School Committee informed Msgr Charles H. Lynch that projected enrollment will keep the town from selling Byfield School to St Mary’s parish. With 31 classrooms, officials expect no extra space soon though a sudden influx could change plans. renovations on the third floor and a long-term parish lease were discussed but not pursued.
A contract has been agreed between Collins and Aikman Corporation and the CIO Textile Workers Union after weeks of negotiations. The union won bargaining rights for Bristol workers and the agreement awaits signing. Key management officials named include Albert Fusonie Donald Burger and Bernard Ezhaya. The union negotiating committee lists Nine members from Bristol and surrounding towns.
The Prudence Island Ferry will run a third Christmas morning trip for churchgoers. Very Rev Msgr Charles H Lynch announced after talks with Capt Paul Herzig the extra voyage departs Bristol at 10 15 am and Sand Point at 10 50 am enabling Our Lady of Prudence Chapel Catholics to attend 9 am mass at St Mary's Church and return on the same trip. Islanders may use the service to attend their chosen church.
Tasca Ford Sales Inc president Robert F Tasca announces a new modern garage service station and salesroom at Metacom and Gooding Avenues to open next May after Bristol Zoning Board approved an exception. He has six years in Providence Ford and leads Ferncrest Motors and current DuPont's Garage operations.
Christmas Sunday observances are planned in Bristol churches with devotionals and music. At First Baptist Church, 11 a.m. service features Bertram Bullock Jr. directing the choir with Mrs. E G Sturdevant at the organ. The Rev Walter W Swanson will lead, followed by a 4 30 p.m. service. The Baptist program includes organ preludes, hymns, scripture, and choir numbers led by Ira B Wilson Lee Rogers and others, with Sutherland and Simper contributions. The page notes continued coverage on page 5.
Santa Claus will make an official Bristol appearance at 2 p m on Sunday with Coast Guard escort and a parade to Engine 1 of Dreadnaught Hook and Ladder Company. He will greet townsfolk at the dock, visit local clergy and convents, and receive gifts from children in a festive afternoon benefiting charitable efforts. Santa plans to meet the Coast Guards ship Spar upon its return to base.
Council President Bruno announced that Bristol Plant H may be sold as top executives of Collins and Aikman signal interest. The Industries Committee, seeking definite C and A intentions, met with representative aides and discussed possible Bristol locations and other prospects. Edward J. Higgins helped secure both leads, with San ene and local officials weighing options.
The March of Dimes polio drive in Bristol begins January 1 with mailing appeal cards and runs through the month. Mrs. Charlesyappero chairs the effort assisted by committee heads including Cavitt Mie, Margaret Neroné, and Mrs. Raymond J. Makeowaky.
Russell W. Southwick was chosen master of St. Alban’s Lodge No. 6 F and A M at the 153rd annual communication held Wednesday night at Mason ic Temple on Hope Street. Arthur W. Barrett was elected nephew…
Fire Chief Oscar A. Rishe warns Bristol residents against relying on mis advertised Christmas tree extinguishers. He urges safer practices including selecting a fresh medium tree, keeping it outdoors until days before Christmas, watering daily, and avoiding frayed wiring, radiators, and under-tree electric toys. He cautions against combustibles and smoking near the tree to prevent fires.
Bristolians formed today by Frank J Murphy finance chairman to support Civic Industries Committee with a goal of raising funds totaling 1045 dollars. The 1945 drive plans to cover a quarter page space in national editions.
The Society of Charity hosts its annual Christmas party for members and children Sunday afternoon at 3. Mrs Dominic Vitello leads arrangements with hospitality chair Mrs Dominic Parisi and team including Mrs Josephine Calvino Mary Varela Anthony Bruno and Miss Josephine Pante. Hall decorations oversee by Mrs James Aiello with Beatrice Abanante and Miss Nicolina Cosentino assisting. Program chair Mrs Vasta L Ruggiero aided by Mrs Frank DeLeo and Miss Christine Rich. A raffle features a gift basket from Andrade's with nut candies and tickets sold daily through December 31. Santa will visit the party.
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