This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1946
Page
2
The article recalls women who served overseas during World War II and their demobilization. It praises their volunteer efforts, notes they were not drafted, and salutes Bristol women who contributed to the war effort with quiet, faithful service as they resume civilian life.
Bristol and vicinity columns invite reader items about visits and social gestures. The note explains how names appear in columns and encourages contributions from readers and guests alike for mutual interest and courtesy.
James L Bullock of 50 Thames street hospitalized at the Veterans Hospital Rutland Heights Mass R S Bosworth soloist for Kingston Music Club program aided by Mrs Bosworth and Mrs Benjamin Fillmore and son Ted Miss Doris McPhersons wedding brings home Mrs Fillmore and son to Presque Isle Maine American Legion Samuel J Smith Bradford street named to National Commanders Visit Committee chaired by William A Artesani Raymond J Connery Snc son of Mr and Mrs William H Connery spends 14 day leave at home attached to Destroyer USS Lanfley back from China
Job listing notes excellent wages with hours from 9 a.m. to 2 30 p.m. Inquiries welcomed between 9 and 11 a.m.
The midweek Trinity Episcopal devotions start at 8 30 AM with a brief Viking Club meeting planned for Thursday at 7 PM. No Mariner Ship Vigilant meeting Wednesday due to school vacation. Albert Alder of Beach Terrace underwent surgery and rests well at Truesdale Hospital. Mrs Mary P Sousa of 825 Hope Street to Truesdale Hospital Wednesday, resting comfortably. Pro Christo Society of First Congregational Church meets Thursday at 8 PM in the Guner al House. Countryside Garden Club gathering Thursday at 8 PM at Mrs Dorothy St Ger main’s State Street home. A son George Peter Minardi was born February 11 at St Joseph’s Hospital to Mr and Mrs George P Minardi of 39 Bourne Street. Mrs Minardi formerly Jennie Morra. Bristol Chapter D A R to celebrate Washington’s Birthday February 22 with luncheon at Belevedere Hotel then bridge. Mrs Olivia Simao of 70 Oliver Street returned home with infant daughter Rebecca Charlene born February 8. Percy F Hogson of Pawtucket, former District Governor, to speak at Rotary Club meeting tomorrow. Rotary International marks its 41st anniversary this week. Probate Court accepted inventory of the late John S Palmer II’s estate totaling 1 34552796. Raymond Francis and Roswell S Bosworth Jr enrolled last week as Freshman at RI State College Kingston RI. James Young, son of Albert A Young formerly of this town, also enrolled.
The family of the late Mrs Mary J Pereira gratefully acknowledges neighbors and friends for their kind expression of sympathy and support during their loss.
Lost one pair of women's glasses please call Bristol 769 M. Wanted two helpers on farm at Martin Hall call Dr Frederick Martin tel 287 J. Pin boys. High Street Alleys. Girl to operate a shirt machine. Clean work attractive hours and goods wages. Favorite Laundry 495 Wood St tel 290.
The family of Hortense Ayres extends gratitude for sympathy and floral offerings received during their bereavement. They express appreciation from relatives for the spiritual bouquets and support shown during this time.
Navy veteran David L. Goglia of Bristol Rhode Island sails home aboard the USS Neshoba as part of the Magic Carpet fleet. The ship left Guam on February 3 and is set to reach San Francisco around February 16 carrying personnel and materiel for U S attack forces.
The Eagles beat the Red Raiders 73 61 at the YMCA to move into first place. Fetherstone led with 24 points followed by Garvin 21 and Cabral 2. Viera and DeLeo each scored 16 for the Red Raiders as the Eagles prepare to face the Bristol Crusaders next Friday.
Mary Grace Farrally 77 died Friday afternoon at a Seekonk nursing home. Funeral held privately at George M. Wilbur & Sons in Warren with Rev. Anthony R. Parshley officiating. Interment in North Cemetery. Survived by two daughters, two sisters, a brother, and five grandchildren. Her husband, Joseph F. Farrally, former Bristol Phoenix editor, predeceased her in 1926.
Lorenzo Castriotta 71 of 2 Bay View avenue died this morning at his home after living in town for 50 years. Born in Manfredonia Italy he was husband of Rachele Marzovillo Castriotta and father of Louis and Mrs Prescott B Paull. Survived by five grandchildren and brother Giacomo. former employee of National India Rubber and longtime Bay View grocer. Member of Christopher Columbus Lodge Sons of Italy and Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Funeral arrangements incomplete.
Interior and exterior painting offered with ceilings given special treatment and floors sanded and refinished. Encourages early redecorating with new 1946 wallpaper samples. All work guaranteed with free estimates. Located at 74 Constitution Street, telephone 323 J.
After February 12, 1946 Louis M Palma of 133 Bradford St Bristol states he will not be responsible for any bills or purchases unless made by himself and warns that liability shifts after the given date.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.