Christmas Vacation Safety Campaign Proclaimed by Rhode Island
Governor Pastore issues a proclamation designating December 23 1947 as the school vacation safety campaign period. The Rhode Island Department of Health and Bureau of Recreational Safety urge talks for students and police guidance to prevent holiday season accidents during winter recess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Rhode Island Department OF Health
Mireau
Wooan
Smebiject
Rhode Island
John O. Pastore
Roger W Wheeler
Bureau of Recreational Safety
Providence Plantations
John O Pastore
Bristol
Annie J Ogier
Thames Street
James Anderson
John Wilcox
Patrick Hammill
Hammill
Annie Ogier
Barbara S LeClair
Gardener tips for poinsettia care and Christmas greenery
The column advises on extending the poinsettia’s bracts through proper watering and placement away from cold drafts, and suggests resting outdoor plants in spring for reuse. It notes root restriction when grown outdoors and replanting in rich soil, plus fire safety for Christmas trees and a wish for a happy gardening year.
Infantry and Armored Divisions in National Guard Series
This eighth installment introduces the Infantry and Armored Divisions of the National Guard. The article explains their roles alongside the Regular Army and Organized Reserves as part of the national security team. It highlights organization, training aims, and future integration within defense strategy.
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New National Guard
Somme
Chipilly
Meuse
Sivry-sur- Meuse
Lorraine
Picardy
Puerto Rico
Santiago
132Nd
228Th Infantry
National Guard
130Th Infantry
Praire
132Nd Infantry
Guadalcanal
Mt. Austen
Oka
Henderson Field
Luzon
Hosario
Baguio
Benguet
Bristol's 99 year old Albert Browning joins Christmas carols
The Salvation Army and Congregational Church Women’s Missionary Society distributed baskets of fruit and cake as Bristol’s oldest resident Albert Browning, 99, enjoyed the holiday with carolers. R. I. Soldier's Home veterans also shared a Christmas dinner, with gifts from St Mihiel Chapter D A V Auxiliary.
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Salvation Army
Congregational Church
Women’s Missionary Society
Albert Browning
Bristol
Steen
R. I
Auxiliary of
St. Mihiel
D.A.V
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John W. Church
John W Church
Burnside Memorial
Council Chamber
Rco
Bet
NEW England Telephone & Telegraph CO
E. P. Christopher
Rhode Island State College
Ama
Paistol
Probate Court
Town OF
Callan
Margaret M
Annie L Callan
Sarah V Callan
Alesio, Carlo
Ralph Alisio
Philadelphia
Rebecca Gladue
Rock St
Annie J. Ogier
Business Directory
Bradford ST
Waldron Co
R M. Stuart Barr
Bristol and Vicinity
William LeClair
Spencer Corsetiere
Franklin St
John
Tel
MichAel R. Ferrara
Ferrara Oil CO
Bristol, R. L
Soldier’s Home
Bristol County
Roofing Company
Hope ST
District Nursing
Hope Street
Martha Graham
Hope
Thyra Carlson
High Street
Dominick Paniello
Easterbrooks
Victor A. Masiello
John Donnellis
Dorchester Mutual
B. L. Watson Coo., Inc
Weyboeset Street
Providence
R I
Builder
Bristol, R. I
Wood ST
C. W. Weaver
E. W. Weaver
High ST
Bristol, R. 1
Federal Chimney CO
Parker Ave
Warren
Charles M. Connery
Burton St
J.E. Connors
James E. Connors
Eugene Bryone
Frank Cardoza
Shaws Lane
George
Sparks
Dimond Ave
R. J. Tel
George M. Wilbur & Sons CO
Main St
WM. J. Smith & Son
Robert J. McKay
W Smith
McKay
Church Sf
E. J. Steen
Ceeves
Joseph C. Silvia & Sons
Bayview Ave
Cav
First Street
Cheshire Trucking Co
Thames ST
William Cheshire
Tel. Coan
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