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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1946
Page
2
The piece argues that ability to pay as a wage theory has drawbacks for workers and consumers. It questions effectiveness during bad economies and wartime price pressures while noting gains from better methods and equipment that benefit workers, the public, and employers. It warns labor might push other theories as conditions change.
A reader invitation notes the value of neighborly columns in sharing items of interest. It emphasizes cooperation and welcomes contributions to build a useful community bulletin.
Herman W. Vermette remains under observation at Newport Naval Hospital. W. J. deRocha departs for the South and will stay until March. Rep Gladys M. Brightman returns from Jane Brown hospital after an operation. Bristol Home Demonstration Club meets Thursday at 8 in K of C Hall, new members welcome, Mrs Masters in charge. Irving R. Pierce, son of G Elton and Mrs. Pierce, on 30 day leave from New London will return to duty aboard USS Troteus after service in Yokosuka, Japan.
The funeral for Mrs. Mary Pontes wife of Joseph S Pontes of 101 Mt Hope avenue was held from the home at 8 15 am then a high Mass of requiem at 9 am in St Elizabeths Church Rev Henrique Rocha officiating Burial took place in St Marys Cemetery Bearers included Manuel Enos Jr Louis Sylvia Henry Arouca John Sylvia Antone Sylvia and Joseph Medeiros.
A sequence of notices asks for return of a blue reversible coat, a lost purse on Wood street, a gold Waltham pocket watch with fob, and a gold identification bracelet. Rewards offered for each item, with contact names and street addresses listed for return.
A collage of small ads lists services from home repairs painting roofing and carpentry to moving help and ash removal. It also features sales of a stove cabinet heater a mahogany loveseat a maple table and chairs and various household furnishings with contact numbers and street addresses. Due to a cluttered listing some entries reference Berkshire Fine Spinning Warren Rhode Island and Bristol with notices for kitten pets and wheel luggage trailers.
Mrs McBurnie spoke to the Couples Club of St Michaels Church on Sunday evening. A book club was formed with 20 books purchased for circulation among members. Plans include a barn dance on February 2 and a post-Lent Yacht Club dance. A social period followed the meeting with refreshments.
St Margarets of East Providence edged CYO Juniors StvO 36 to 34 in a Sunday evening clash at East Providence CYO gym. Tonight St Joseph’s Providence looms in the second round opener, with all players asked to meet at 5 45 in front of the CYO Club. Anthony Andrade meets Gilbert Spence in the Bristol boxers’ night at St Elizabeth CYO.
Miss Helen L. Preble was guest of honor at a Sunday night surprise shower at 74 Constitution Street hosted by Mrs. Howard Knox. Rose petals and confetti greeted her entry. gifts adorned a decorated umbrella as games and refreshments followed. She is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Preble of 87 Burton Street and will marry Bernard Grabert on January 26.
The Portuguese Independent Club held its banquet and joint installation exercises at Independent Hall. Rev. Henrique R. Rocha of St. Elizabeth's Church was the principal speaker. Joseph DaPonte Jr was installed as president for a fourth term and Joseph A Sousa as band leader for a 15th term, with other officers and band leaders also inducted.
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