Homesick Russian Army in East Germany Laments Winter Quarters
In East Berlin Soviet troops endure harsh winters with meager rations and strict discipline. Guards surround Karlhorst compound while Soviet women avoid Germans and deserters risk severe punishment. Accordion music offers rare relief as loyalty to the army remains strong.
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East Germany
Ivan
East Berlin
Germany
Bisy
Iusambrthan
Hatce
You
Berlin
Karlhorst
Workers’ District
Oes
Goff Declines Another Term as Bristol Zoning Chair
Frederick T. Goff chairman of the Bristol Zoning Board of Review announces he will not seek re election. He has served seven years on the board and was named chairman last December. His term ends March 1 and the council accepts his decision with regret.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick T. Goff
Bristol Zoning Board of Review
Goff
Zoning Board of Reviews
Pyramid of Charity Bridge Set For May 5
The Pyramid of Charity Women’s Club will host its Annual Charity Bridge at the Miday Steak and Lobster House on Tuesday May 5. Proceeds fund the annual free tonsil clinic for Bristol needy children sponsored by the club.
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Pyramid of Charity Women’s Club
Miday Steak and Lobster House
Bristol
DAR to Honor G Washington on Washington Birthday
Bristol Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will celebrate Washington's Birthday Monday February 23 at the Chapter House 56 Franklin Street. A board meeting starts at 2 p.m. followed by the 2 30 p.m. regular meeting with Rev Wells Grogan of Barrington Congregational Church as speaker. Hostesses are the program committee plus named members.
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Washington
Bristol
Daughters of the American Revolution
Franklin Street
Wells Grogan
Barrington Congregational Church
Alice B. Aimy
Charles R. Blackmar Jr
John J. Ahearn
Samuel C. Wardwell
Malcoln MacNaught Sr
Concert Date Set for Bristol Children Benefit
The R I Philharmonic Orchestra will perform March 30 at 1 p.m. in Andrews School Auditorium to raise funds for Bristol children. Admission may be free for kids if enough donations are received. local boosters and several organizations back the project including the Bristol Rotary Club and the American Legion Karney Post.
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Bristol
R. I. Philharmonic Orchestra
Andrews School
Louis G. Evans
Man
Fundé
Raymond
J. Makowsky
Mes
Evarris
Fand
Bristol, Rotary Club
Bristol Community Concert Association
Karney Post American Legion
Raymond A. Thomas
Ralph Burgard
Bristol officials weigh 1953 budget amid staff raises and cuts
Public Welfare Director Orlando J. Bisbane submits a 1953 54 department budget $240 below 1952 53 totals while including a $245 raise for himself. The report notes a downward trend in public assistance and reports an average of 33 cases monthly, down from 46 the prior year.
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Orlando J. Bisbane
Bisbane
Department
Bristol
Bisbano
Board of Fire Engineers
Northern Farm Bureau
Bristol District Nursing Association
Norman J. Servant
Defiance Hose Company
Dreadnaught Hook and Ladder
House
Deadline Near Quota Not Full for Blood Drive
Bristol Red Cross chairman Donald M. Burger urged donors to call ahead for a specific donation time to keep the drive on schedule. The Bloodmobile will be at Andrews School next Thursday from 1 to 5 p.m. aiming for 150 pints, with 90 pledged so far. Burger stressed that phone calls help avoid delays while welcoming walk ins if no appointment is available.
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Donald M. Burger
Red Cross
Bristol
Andrews School
Hartford
Mr. Burger
Eagles Banquet Committee Plans Spring Event
George E. Dion Sr. chairs the Bristol Aerie Eagles banquet committee and calls a Tuesday 8 PM meeting at the Belvedere Hotel. Members serving include Joseph F. Pannone Anthony J. Nunes Andrew K. Silva Anthony Castro Jesse Faria Joseph S. Qualey Henry Williams Pacheco and Louis Falco.
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George E. Dion Sr
Bristol Aerie
Order of Eagles
Belvedere Hotel
Joseph F. Pannone
Anthony J. Nunes
Andrew K. Silvia
Anthony Castro
Jesse Faria
Joseph S. Qualey
Henry Williams Pacheco
Louis Falco
Gaping Holes and Loosened Plaster Threaten Poor Farm Structure
The deteriorating Poor Farm building shows gaping holes and loose plaster. Officials fear damage and plan to address the site, noting private use is unlikely while the land is slated for cemetery use, with the structure's historic value eclipsed by its decay.
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Jamie Tan
Roger Council Backs Hudson Jets For Police Cruisers
The Roger town council voted to buy two Hudson Jet sedan police cruisers from Hope Motors Inc, Bristol, despite warnings to stick with the Big Three. Hope Motors offered $1562.72 trade in for each of two 1952 Chevrolet cruisers, yielding a high net cost of 3725.44 for the pair after trade. Other bids from St Angelo Motors Barrington and Asselin Chevrolet Warren proposed Plymouths and Chevrolets at lower prices, but the Hudsons were chosen for their newer model and better trade value.
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Henry F. Serbst
Ho Motors Inc
Bristol
St. Angelo ‘Motors
Barrington
Asselin Chevrolet
Warren
Hope Motors
John F. Marshall
Motors
Serbitis
Éititer Fohevro
Ford
Serbst
Estat
Fred J. Guevremont
Paul C. Millemaggi
Hudsons
Nektast
Paul A. Herzig
Heart Donations Urged by Bristol Leader
Capt. Paul A. Herzig Bristol town council president appeals for support in February Heart Fund drive. He stresses the Heart Association fights heart disease, a leading health threat, through research education and community service. Mrs Earl G Sturdevant leads the local committee.
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Paul A. Herzig
Bristol
Heart Fund
Heart Association
Herzig
Earl G. Sturdevant
Neck 4-H Club Plans Dance at Rockwell School
Bristol Neck 4-H Club met at John V. Leahy Jr residence led by president Robert Leahy. Members planned a square dance at Rockwell School tomorrow from 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM. Tickets available from Bristol Neck 4-H and Young E ee members. Meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM.
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Bristol Neck 4-H
John V. Leahy, Jr
Robert Leahy
Rockwell School
Youngee
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Hope Street
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