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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1948
Page
2
The piece reflects on New Year celebrations as a traditional American rite and outlines why people cheer the arrival of a new year. It links festivities to work, health, and economic security while acknowledging war fears and a longing for peace and goodwill. It notes a shift from riotous celebration to prayerful reflection as the year begins.
Bridtel and Widdley are urged to combine efforts in a public interest column. The piece signals cooperative use of space and resources to benefit readers and local programs.
Community notes list 3:30 PM Ivy Club gathering at St Michael's Parish house and various church services, meetings, and anniversaries. Entries include low and high Mass schedules, rector and vestry meetings, Scout troop plans, primaries dates, births, engagements, and a windstorm report with minor damage.
Mount Hope Chapter No. 23 of the Order of the Eastern Star will hold its annual election and installation meeting Monday evening in the Masonic Temple. Installing officers include Worthy Grand Matron Miss Evelyn A Bethel Worthy Grand Matron Thomas Thoresen Grand Secretary Mrs Bertha G Haines, with Grand Marshal Mrs Ruby Flemming Grand Warder Mrs Gladys I Burdick Grand Organist Mrs Anna M Kinneburgh and Grand Sentinel J Henry Smith among others.
The Bristol Home for Aged Women thanks the community for holiday joy. Grateful to Board of Managers for a gift and to many donors including Mrs Samuel Kinder and others, and to Salvation Army, Congregational Church, St Michael's Church, Pilgrim Fellowship, Chevy Club, Boy Scouts and Warren Methodist Church for boxes, fruit, poinsettia, and Christmas bags.
In 1948 Bristol sports shone with standout feats across football basketball and baseball. Hec Massa led as Athlete of 1948 after key roles in Industrial League hoops and college-level play, while Artie Pansa showcased coaching versatility. The Town Team won the Rhode Island Amateur Football Crown 12 0 over the Manton Mohawks, and local squads posted multiple titles and strong showings.
A local note thanks Jimmy Rielly for his portrayal of Old St Nick. The letter credits his time and patience in engaging with children and praises his effective Santa performance during the Christmas season.
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