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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1945
Page
2
After a large Sunday paper drive the freight car held eighteen and a half tons of paper but bundles failed to stay secured. The writer urges volunteers to save stout cord or rope and tie bundles on four sides to speed handling and storage in future collections.
Local items column asks for reader contributions and visits to share news. The note emphasizes courtesy, cooperation, and mutual interest in posts about visitors and happenings in the area.
Local listings show choirs rehearsing at First Congregational and various church groups meeting across Bristol County. Events include a World Day of Prayer in Bristol, a Mass for Sgt Barboza, Girl Scout talks, a Lincoln talk, bingo at St Marys, and a chowder luncheon.
Cubs of Pack 14 will observe anniversary week at Scout Hall at 6 15 p m Thursday. Troops 5 and 3 and the Bugle and Drum Corps meet for observances. February 17 in the local Y M C A outlines District Court of Honor and Board of Review for White Star and Palm ranks. Leaders gather and District Committee meets. social hour follows. Weather and fuel concerns shorten window displays this year. February 19 Troop 1 holds Committee Night and re registration. February 26 Bugle Corps members attend a Pawtucket dining event. Weather changes may alter plans.
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