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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1950
Page
4
The classified ad lists numerous used cars with prices across 1937 to 1952 models. Cars include 49 Cadillac 62 sedan at 1695, 41 Pontiac coupe at 695, 39 Ford 2 door sedan at 195, and 30 Pierce Arrow Court Coupe at 150. Includes DeSoto Convertible, Plymouth, Buick, Chevrolet, Studebaker, and Pontiac entries with terse sale notes.
Dialog among veteran players and managers predicts the 1950 top stars with Ted Williams DiMaggio Robinson Musial and Kiner among AL NL contenders. Don Newcombe is hailed as a likely 30 game winner while Don Parnell contests him. Bets on Williams over .350 and DiMaggio 120 games mark the lively discussion.
Eddie Dyer says the St Louis Cardinals will field at least four regulars hitting .300 or better next season led by Musial Slaughter Jones and Schoendienst. Ed Kazak may join as a .300-plus third baseman after a .304 mark in 92 games before injuries. Pitching remains the doubtful area with Lanier and Martin late additions.
Wes Fesler says he was once against the double platoon but now supports it. He cites faster football and more players getting a chance to play, noting many players favor the system after a fair trial.
On January 31 a March of Dimes Auction begins at 8 o clock in Colt Memorial Auditorium. On February 14 a Turkey Supper by the Women's Guild of the First Congregational Church in De Wolf Memorial Chapel.
Rhode Island Department of Civil Service announced open competitive and promotional examinations for five job classes. Apply by Feb 3 1950 to 245 State Office Building Providence Rhode Island. Salaries range from 3540 to 6360 with Physician and Senior Physician grades. licensing to practice in Rhode Island required before probation.
The piece argues tuberculosis deaths are unnecessary given modern knowledge and tools. It highlights that TB once dominated deaths but now ranks seventh, with about 50 000 annual American deaths. It notes germ causation, transmission, X ray detection, and the 1882 germ discovery as turning points.
Edgings in crochet bring a touch of luxury to towels pillowcases sheets and napkins and to blouses dresses lingerie and other items. Instructions cover finishing threads blocking laundering and sewing tips with examples of patterns and directions for Leaflet No 200.
The text highlights X-ray discovery aiding TB diagnosis and newer lab techniques plus treatments. It urges individual action through regular health checks and chest X-rays and participation in community TB control programs to eradicate the disease.
About 100 members and guests of the Ever Ready Engine and Hose Company celebrated its 25th annual dinner at the station house. Raymond H. Hawksley led speakers including State Sen. Coggeshall and State Reps Brightman and Alfred with other officials and community leaders in attendance.
The executive committee of Kearney Post No. 6 will meet Thursday at 7 30 PM in the post home dugout. Chairman Joseph G K Riccio, post senior vice commander, announced the gathering.
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