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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1954
Page
4
The new Bristol town council calls for charter reform, home rule, and a full-time town manager to streamline administration. They cite past delays and ongoing crises from the dump to revaluation, beach plans, and building code changes, urging prompt support.
The piece laments recent Republican speeches that distort facts and partisanship, claiming they betray Lincoln’s dignity and restraint. It cites President Eisenhower urging the party to tone down rabid rhetoric and exaggeration. The tone criticizes leaders like Jenner and others for their aggressive rhetoric.
Roger Pereira was elected president at the annual meeting in Scout Hall. Paul Voan steps down with officers Larry Macedo and Raymond Tarrantelli, while the executive committee includes Robert Ferrara and Amedee Dallaire. The corps plans Sunday 11 a.m. rehearsal at Scout Hall. Eva Alexandre’s name was omitted from training certificate lists.
In a public dispute, critics accuse Scott McLeod, a state department security officer, of using treason rhetoric while a report shows 534 ousted as security risks, with only 11 on loyalty grounds and none proven as Communists. The remark targets Democrats and Republicans alike for bad political conduct.
February events include the La Valentine Ball by the Altar Society of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Midway. Card parties by Daughters of Isabella and K of C Hal, plus Bristol Narrows Improvement Association events, Red Cross Bloodmobile visit, a Turkey Supper by Congregational Women's Guild, a St. Mary's Guild Food Sale, and a First Congregational Card Party. The Bristol Branch hosts an annual bridge at Midway Steak and Lobster House on March 22.
Frederick Burgess 22 and wife Mary reside at 9 Gray Street Bristol and he was promoted to corporal while serving in Germany with the Winged Victory division of the U S Seventh Army. He arrived overseas last April and serves as a gunner with the 169th Regiment Heavy Mortar Company.
The text asserts that the speaker denies responsibility for debts incurred by any person other than themselves. It references the name Domenic Catalfamo Colo and lists items Hotel 2-12, 16, 19, without providing context or completion of the debt statement.
Needlecraft News notes crochet’s rise from 19th century famine charity in Cork to a popular American hobby with over 14 million active crocheters. It highlights evolving patterns, vivid colors, and simple construction shaping modern designs for apparel and home use.
Building inspectors William P. Sousa and John Ligeiro report January estimated construction costs at 36000, down from 41000 the prior year. Breakout shows 31000 for residences 1500 for a garage 200 for signs and 4190 for alterations. Permits issued include A and I Construction Co for four homes totaling 31000 P Guida and E Abilheira each for signs at 100 Congregational Church alterations 4100 total to Joseph C Kinder and Wilfred Tetreault.
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