30 Jan 1953
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1953
Page
1
A Bristol woman sought the cash value of a $1000 insurance policy on a former husband. She failed to locate him and faced a $400 attorney fee. She then consulted a priest who advised contacting the police for help in locating him.
The Chief said there was not much to go on but he would do everything to help. A source indicated the man had left town for a place in Massachusetts and later went to Fresno California years ago, with Fresno treated as a stand‑in city name.
A letter from Chief Fergara to the Fresno police leads to a man signing a paper, then an insurance policy is cleared and quiet returns to the waterfront. A river boat ride to Annapolis, Naval Academy tour, and a Governor’s reception unfold amid a coastal storm. Top police brass travel by car as rain pelts down and onlookers from the West are noted.
Providence scout executive J Harold Williams of Narragansett Council will deliver the main address at the 40th anniversary banquet of First Bristol Troop and Scouting in Bristol County. The event is set for Sunday evening February 8 at the State Armory in Bristol.
A detailed social item notes a Saturday February 14 event at Midway Steakhouse with a church society and a group of women attendees. It mentions dress, reservations with Miss Orefice or Miss Russo, and prefers advance booking at specific addresses rather than calling.
The Lakes Benevolent Society monthly meeting will feature a talk on missions by the parish vicar. The session is scheduled for Monday at 2:30 p.m. at the parish house. Baby sitters will be provided. Mrs. Ethel Copeland serves as transportation chair.
The St. Marys Holy Name Society will hold a special admission ceremony for new members on an est day at 7. The event includes a pledge and refreshments after the ceremony, with the Holy Name Society and Gene presenting the proceedings.
Reading a letter from a Bristol resident, the writer recalls Mother's March fundraisers turning strangers into warm neighbors. She recounts gifts of two dollar bills, pennies, and kindness from Mrs Margaret Brown and others, noting the town’s spirit as families opened doors and wallets for the Children's Hospital fund raising effort.
The National Labor Relations Board ruling confirms the union election at Carr Manufacturing Corp. was valid though charges were filed. Michael Tamburro, a union representative, said the board found the Athletic Association at the plant to be a labor organization, and ordered the firm to end interference and restrict activities to social and athletic purposes.
The Bristol Democratic Committee announces an Auction Bridge night with prizes for winners and door prizes for attendees. The event highlights a refreshment plan and a feature display of donated gifts from friends. Committee members include Representative Gladys Brightman and others, with Deputy Sheriff Romo and Vagta L. Ruggiero among organizers.
Flushed with two major fundraisers this week the 1953 Polio drive in Bris tol aims for a record 3500. East night’s fifth annual Polio Auction at Colt Auditorium drew about 200 attendees and raised 623 for celebrity and donated items. Committee Chairman Joseph F. Acc predicts further donations will push totals over 1200 as March campaigns continue for the March of Dimes.
A fragment reports on household electrical appliance use in the county and its impact on electric bills. It lists items such as pumps and electrical devices with figures around 67 and 1268 for charges. The county works with Providence Island and references Ravenelle District.
President Arthur arrived aboard the revenue cutter Samuel Dexter around noon amid artillery salutes. He landed at the National Rubber Company wharf and attended a memorial cornerstone ceremony before a reception at Gov. Bourn’s residence and a Linden Place dinner, returning by special train at 11 p.m.
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