Lt Col Albert A Moreno Speaks On Occupation Policy
Lt Col Albert A Moreno discussed the Army of Occupation in Germany at a Rotary Club talk. He recounted anti aircraft unit actions from Normandy to Bavarian hideouts and the challenges of reorganizing local government with former Nazi officials for winter readiness. He recalled wartime experiences near Omaha Beach and in Germany, noting many servicemen from Bristol would not return. John R Williams was welcomed back to membership after discharge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert A. Moreno
Army of Occupation
Germany
Rotary Club
Normandy
Moren
Patton
Bristol
Omaha Beach
France
Rhine
John R. Williams
Salvation Army Nears 1000 Dollar Goal in Bristol
The Bristol Salvation Army annual appeal nears its 1000 dollar target with 930.38 raised. Public Relations Secretary En voy W. A. Nicol announced the progress and called for local support to reach the goal. Local funds stay in Bristol under the Bristol Salvation Army Service Fund Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation’ Army
Bristol
W. A. Nicol
J. William Wood
Industrial Trust Company
Robert W. Nelson
Bristol Salvation Army Service Fund Committee
Altar Society Installs New Officers at Mount Carmel
The Altar Society of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church installed Geraldine Marino as president with Mary Carmone as vice president and Grace Sousa as secretary along with Josephine Giglio as treasurer. Outgoing officers received sterling rosary beads. The installation was led by Lydia Miserandino with several assistants. A Valentine Ball will resume Feb 14 at the New Highland Casino with Mrs Giglio as chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Altar Society of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
Geraldine Marino
Josephine Bruno
Mary Carmone
Grace Sousa
Josephine Giglio
Bruno
Rose Campanella
Sylvia Pagnano
Flora Fusco
Lydia Miserandino
Julia Velleca
Rose Alfano
Mary Rich
Beatrice Malafronte
Mary Miserandino
Valentine
New Highland Casino
Giglio
Site debate over United Nations home at Hyde Park
The United Nations site committee considers Hyde Park as a potential location evaluating scenery, associations, and local politics while noting the need for a large installation with airfield, radio, and extensive services. The piece argues for neutrality and practical grounds over sentimental ties and lists Princeton, the Boston area, and Narragansett Bay as possibilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Nations Organization
Hyde Park
Poughkeepsie
U.N.O
Roosevelt
Princeton
Washington
Boston
Boss ‘Berkshires
Narragansett Bay
Kearney Post Hosts Dinner and Upcoming Posts Events
A large delegation from Kearney Post No 6 attended a testimonial dinner for Department Commander George Andrews in Ells Hall Pawtucket. Canteen hours at the Post Home are 7 pm to midnight tonight and tomorrow, and Sunday 1 to 6 pm with A Elmer McNamara in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kearney Post
No 6
George Andrews
Ells Hall
Pawtucket
Elmer McNamara
District Two
Riverside
Dorstrict
William J Thomas
Town Council Debates Bristol Road Condition And Budget Cuts
The town council discussed road conditions with Highway Surveyor Connery and considered trimming 3500 from his work budget. Residents complained about Cliff Drive ruts, prompting a pledge for immediate repairs, while officials noted higher highway costs from snowfalls and delayed reimbursements.
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Burnside Memorial
Richard J. Connery
Bristol
Connery
Henry F. Serbst
Paul C. Millimaggi
Anthony J. Ferrara
Congregational Street
Shaw's Lane
Kearney
American Legion
John Marinho
State Street
Anthony J. Marinho
Solicitor Capone
Passes Tésis For Navy's Aviation Program
Clarence Joseph Smith Jr of Bristol Highlands Rhode Island enlisted in the Navy Aviation Preparatory Program. The 17 year old graduate of Moses Brown School in Providence will begin active duty March 1 1946 and enter a university for four terms before progressing to aviation training with eventual commission as ensign. Commander Eaton notes vacancies remain for the March 1 1946 class and invites inquiries at 150 Causeway Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Joseph Smith, Jr
Bristol Highlands
Bristol
R. I
United States Navy
Naval Aviation
Carl L. Eaton
Naval Officer Procurement
Boston
Mays
Moses Brown High School
Providence
Navy
Eaton
Smith
Navy Air Corps
Marine Air Corps
Office of Naval Officer Procurement
Causeway
Mass
Colt Memorial tops Sacred Heart 28 20 in Central Falls
Colt Memorial defeated Sacred Heart Academy of Central Falls 28 to 20 at Central Falls Tuesday night. Colt led 7 4 after one period and broke ahead 18 12 in the third quarter with key plays by Bernardo and Rene. In the preceding game the Colt Jayvees beat Sacred Heart Jayvees 27 to 16.
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Colt Memorial
Sacred Heart Academy of
Central Falls
Colt
Bernardo
Rene
Colt Jayvees
Sacred Heart Jayvees
If Cairrao
Lf Osterberg
Rf Cordiero
Rf Rene
C Carulli
Lg Dober
Velleca
Rg Celone
UN Sacred Heart
Routhier
If , Lemay
If Hemond
Rf A. Moreau
Rf Berard
C Gagnon
C Masterson
R. Moreau
W. J. Pearce
E. A. Suita
Tiime
Scout notes highlight leadership shift and badge work
The meeting opened with a flag salute and the Star Spangled Banner. Mrs. St. Germain of State Street succeeds Mrs. Taylor as leader and guided cooking badge activities with apple butter scotch and chocolate. The group played games and concluded with Goodnight Taps. Scribe Bobbie Ruth McRee.
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A. A. Ses
Salvation “Army
Altar Society
N. Y
Maurice A. Denby
Warren
Anthony J. Ramos
DR. Ramos
Bristol County Water Company
Legionaires
Bristol County
Broad Street
Recife
Vermin O
Fall River
LEO A
Lacroix
Mgr
Somerset
Helene
S. Main St
Fall Rive
Beauty Shop
Adaskin’s Dial
R. Mass
Norfolk Agricultures College
New England
R. L. Ledoux
Swansea
Pee
Joseph Desmarais
Mass. & R. I
Oliver
DIAL
Reliable
Richter Live Poultry CO
Richter &T., Prov
R. I. Tel
Dexter
Montaua
Sacred Heart
CIIL
Marigold Troop II
Scribe, Bobbie Ruth McRee
American Society_of Civil Engineers National perietye
Fr of
Professional Engineers Society of American Military Engineers
J.g
Eng
R. Corps
U.8.n.r
Joseph G. A. Riccio
Dewolf Avenue
Herbert Glasso
Auto Crescent
Howard Home Improvement Coo
Cart Manufacturing Corp
Buttonwood and
Franklin Streets
Jane
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