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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1949

Page

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Open Meeting on Bristol Trees Forming a Permanent Group

An open Bristol meeting in the Hotel Belvedere at 8 p m Tuesday aims to form a permanent tree organization led by Roswell Bagworth and others. The group will review a report proposing officers bylaws and a board, plus plans to replant and maintain the town’s trees with private citizen and organizational participation.

All Bristol Belvedere John P. ‘Marshall Roswell S. Bagworth Edward L. Leahy Benjamin F. Lindemuth Henry Wood Joseph Kinder Sidney Erseeenee Herreshoff Martee Leahy Madej Marshall George R. Fish YMCA Hope Street Ifeatire Roswell S. Bosworth Wesley A. Armstrong Frederick S. Bartlett Howard W. Cole Boston Bartlett Daniel K. Davis John Fetherston Dolores Pivin Lola Romano Kitty Molloy Dr. Clark Arthur J. Genthner Joseph Margo William D. Hall Oscar I. Bergstrom Mr. Hall Howard W. I Cole

Coggeshall Coast to Coast Hook-up Recalled

The column references Sen Coggeshall and a coast to coast link with Balzano noted for a 74 name primary. Radio listeners heard a Bristol Rhode Island voice discuss the parade and reception. The era’s soap opera mood frames a political moment with a familiar broadcaster.

Sen. Coggeshall Michael Balzano Rily Housewives ABC Bristol Rhode Island

Town Sees Rough Week as Juvenile Crimes Rise

Four fires and attempts of entry mark a busy week for Bristol juvenile authorities with seven confessions ranging from auto snatching to armed robbery. State College student turned in 74 names for placement on a ballot opposition to a Democratic candidate. Senator Daniel Coggeshall’s visit provides town pride as Democratic leaders plan a runoff in early February.

I. State College Maristol Sunmore Bristol Driment Samuel D. Clark Joseph Perreira Byfield Street New York New Haven Hart Milford Thames Balzano

Colt and Barrington clash in league showdown at Peck High Gym

The Colt high team visits Barrington for a league game after edging E Greenwich. The Colts face a tall Barrington quintet as the town eyes another win led by Margo DeMeo Manciéri Sousa and Fojo. Police report four teens in summer home break ins. two on probation, one to a juvenile home.

Guiteras Francis J.connell U.S. Rubber Co Anthony E. Agatiello Colt High School Green Gilbert Shaw White Five New England Bell Telephone Barrington Peck High Colts E. Greenwich Margo DeMeo Manciéri Sousa Fojo Terrace Bristol Highlands Jay Bobbery

Marching with the 22nd Marine Battalion in Washington

Marines from the 22nd Battalion joined the Presidential Inauguration Parade in Washington D C after the Capitol ceremonies. Their march followed the inaugural events and showcased Marine units in the national pageantry.

22Nd Marine Battalion Washington, D. C Capitol Building

Red Cross to honor 135 volunteer instructors

Attle A. Pansa and Anthone E Agatiello were among 135 volunteer instructors to receive five year service awards at a Safety Services Providence Chapter meeting. Mrs. Arthur M. Allen chaired the event.

Safety Services of Providence American Red Cross Attle A. Pansa Anthone E Agatiello Arthur M. Allen

Rotary urged youths’ active role in community projects

Dr. Charles Ceppi, former Jamestown Rotary president, told the local club on Wednesday that engaging young people in community efforts like the Red Cross and Community Chest can unlock their value and leadership. He urged clubs to involve youth more.

Charles Ceppi Jamestown Red Cross Ceppiaid

Council Receives Forrestal Civil Defense Plan

The town council Tuesday evening accepted a privately drafted book “Civil Defense for National Security” under Defense Secretary Forrestal. Issued from Brigadier General James A. Murphy, Acting Adjutant General of Rhode Island’s Mounted Commands, it outlines a town civil defense program though state and national military establishments have not officially recognized it.

Secretary of Defense James Forrestal James ‘A. Murphy Rhode Island Murphy

Auction For Infantile Paralysis Fund Set Again

An auction sale linked to the Infantile Paralysis Fund Campaign will be held again this year. Time and place to be announced. residents are asked to consider items to contribute. Co chairs are Mrs Raymond Makowsky Miss Margaret Nerone and Mrs Marguerite Stone.

Campaig Raymond Makowsky Margaret Nerone Marguerite Stone

Town Hall Memorial Voted For By Veterans

Veterans group backs civic building plan for Bristol town with war memorial aims and non affiliated support. The meeting in Reynolds school discusses unity, aims for March financial town meeting, and notes a $20 000 war memorial fund.

Ieterans Tomm of Bristol Reynolds ’School Bristol Veterans Council Veterans Council Vinree Yaulail Saas Varne Alfred Sousa Matthew M. Carmone Alfred Lou Vincent Vaccaro Erectionsa Constantino Vasconsellos Anthony E. Agatiello American Legion Bertram W. Wall

March of Dimes Chairman Urges Greater Effort

In Bristol the March of Dimes campaign enters its final week with renewed calls from Mr. Burnham for every citizen to donate coin cards and school cards. He warned funds support care and research for polio and urged swift returns to ensure a cure and prevention remain funded. A separate note reports Bristol water officials plan to add steel tops to local tanks to combat a "cyclops" contamination threat, following prior incidents and delayed production.

Burham Challe National Foundations Bristol Burnham Burnham Conates Dana Mann Tn Taka Fred P. Stradlingy Water Company Stradling

Barber Shop Influence and Famous Cuts by Charles de Zemler

In a feature on barbers and trimming, Charles de Zemler, owner of three stylish shops in Radio City New York, discusses women’s influence on men’s haircuts. He notes prized tools, the value of scissors over electric clippers, and cites famous clients like Roosevelt Taft and Depew while recounting the evolution of beard trends and the art of barbering.

Charles de Zemler Radio City New York Eodore Roosevelt William Howard Taft Lord Kité Hentz Ghauncey Depew Duponts de“ Zemiterc Rome Providence Béatagant Gillette

Two Retiring Councilmen Offer Support Ahead of March Elections

At Tuesday's Town Council session Council President Guulbert C. Hoover and Councilman Paul E. Herzig, both retiring, interrupted proceedings to offer congratulations and encouragement to the three members seeking re election in March. They urged colleagues to face the Democrats with vigor and lunch readiness.

Guulbert C. Hoover Paul E. Herzig

Saint Michael's Church Society Meetings This Week

The Sir Galahad Society gathers at Holmes House at 7 30 p m. The Couples club meets at 8 p m and the Young Peoples Fellowship meets an hour earlier at the Parish house. Next Tuesday the 25th the Conversion of St Paul is celebrated at 10 a m. The Ivy Club joins at 7 50 p m at the Parish House.

Sir Galahad Society Holmes House Couples Club Young Peoples Fellowship St. Paul Ivy Club

Reverend Howe to Deliver St Michael’s Sermon at St Michael’s

The Rev Halsey Howe of the Parish on Martha’s Vineyard will give the sermon at Sunday services in St Michael’s Church. Canon Daniel K Davis is rector. Howe is the son of St Michael’s Senior Warden and Mrs Wallis E Howe and the grandson of Dr George Locke.

Halsey Howe Martha’s Vineyard St. Michael’s Church Daniel K. Davis Mr. Howe Ior St. Michael’s Wallis E. Howe George Locke

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Balzano Daniel Coggeshall Lin Democratic Committee Washington Colt Lague U. S. Rubber Co George A. Oliver Pansa, Agatiello Gary Cooper Ann Sheridan Sam Ray Collins Edmund Lowe Joan Loaring Bowling Alley Cats Tex Granger Michael O'Halloran Scotty Beckett Allene Roberts Jackie Cooper Gene Roberts Loretta Young Hober Mitchum William Holden Rachel and the Stranger Jorges Council Forrestal Defense Plan Wnhicn Wil Wotk Manuel Prenda Lawson Raiola Chapter DAV Veterlans Council March of Dimes Evelons LG Gakuen Mnon Fred Zemler Philip Harkins Steelways de Zemler Rockefeller Beth the Bay View Europe Amic Opal Satan Uncle Joe Saint Michael's Church News Charles A. Curran Saul Friedman Attorneys AT Law Bristol Law Offices Curran & Friedman
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