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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1945
Page
2
A wartime column urges mothers not to lose heart as sons serve abroad. It cites battles at Iwo Jima, Tarawa, Saipan, Leyte, Anzio, and Normandy, stressing steadfast resolve to win a decisive victory and honor the sacrifices of those in uniform.
Public notices invite readers to share visits and items of mutual interest for the local items column. The cooperation of contributors is appreciated and items are always welcome for the community page.
Mrs Virginia Rich of 236 Wood Street rests after an operation at Rhode Island Hospital performed Thursday. Beatrice Cavallaro of 174 Bradford Street is convalescing after treatment at Truesdale Hospital. Thomas S Crowley and Frederick A Sutcliffe receive Navy promotions. Rotary Club marks 40th year of Rotary International with Oliver S Edmiston as speaker. Joseph Buffum, 84, celebrated birthday with church attendance. Events include church services Lenten schedule and various parish activities.
Auction notice lists sale of chickens rabbits eggs pigeons canaries doves and mice by Manuel Soares and Son. Category includes small animals with vendors and timing details unreadable in fragment.
Lost a small round gold wristwatch with brown cord bracelet on Common Wood High or Bradford streets Reward is returned to 224 Wood St For sale house centrals located 12 rooms baths oil heat excellent condition Abe ply Box
The funeral for Miss Elizabeth Veronica Condon was held at 8 15 AM from 98 Church Street then a high Mass of requiem at 9 AM in St Marys Church celebrated by Rev Michael L Rgan. Bearers were Bernard Breen Charles Breen John Connors Thomas Lonergan James P Fay and William Leahy. Burial followed in St Marys Cemetery Warren.
An OCR fragment hints at posture guidance and a telephone contact 165 Kr. The readable text suggests a health or ergonomics note with a possible payment or appointment instruction.
Junior basketball classes will meet tomorrow afternoon from three to six. Junior Hi-Y meets tomorrow evening for discussion of activities. U S Rubber Engineers beat Independents 42 to 36 after a 51 to 32 loss earlier, Tappero 16 Bruno 9 for Engineers Finn 19 Knox 6 for Independents. Vikings defeat State Guard 67 to 24 with Bruno 26 Anderton 15 Lombardi 10 DeCosta 7 for guards. John Balzano wins pie eating contest with DiGati close behind. four participants wrapped for protection. Crackers defeat Sodas 50 to 28 in postponed league game Diodati Mancieri high for Sodas Russo high for Crackers.
The Columbine Troop met in the Scout House at 3 30 PM to elect officers. Jeanette Piven named president. Josephine Vitello and Animary Church chosen patrol leaders. Marjorie Parshley treasurer. Animary Church scribe. Badges in music child care and cooking targeted. No meeting next Thursday. Mystical Rose Troop No 5 met at 3 30 PM in St Marys School auditorium. split into Elm and Arrow patrols. hostess and games badges worked on. Annmary Church served as scribe.
St Marys Mothers Club hosts a bingo event Sunday February 25 in the church auditorium. Proceeds support club activities and church programs.
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