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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1948
Page
2
The Bristol celebration centers on the Declaration of Independence read aloud during the Fourth of July events. The piece highlights the document’s noble nature and Jefferson’s role, noting unity beyond party lines and the cornerstone role of independence in American life and local observances.
At a recent meeting George T Ingram was chosen general chairman of the Outing and Bazaar to be held July 25 by the Columban Fathers at Ferry Miss Kitty Malloy. The issue also notes visits, church figures, a charity food packet appeal from Nuremberg Germany, and local civic updates including Navy enlistment and Salvation Army fundraiser wrap.
Mr and Mrs Harry S Orgelman from Oakland California visit relatives in town. William M Fischer of New York stays with Mrs J Howard Paull for the holidays. The Roving Ramblers perform at Independent Hall on July 29. Rev Darcy Cook of Providence will preach at the First Baptist Church Sunday morning.
Bishop Bennett presided at St Michael's Church confirming a class of 26 to join God's eternal family. The rite followed morning prayers with 50 St Albans Lodge members in attendance for St John's Day observance. Adults and couples were confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church including Charles Street, William Shayer, and Mrs Tappera.
One thousand residents and visitors toured Bristol estates and gardens on a Wednesday afternoon under ideal weather. The Bristol Garden Club event raised funds for the Bristol Boy Scout Bugle and Drum Corps equipment fund. The tour included North Farm, Linden Place, Rockwell and Hartwell homes, Fishhawk Farm, Mount Hope Farm, and R F Haffenreffer’s Indian museum. Virgil Almeida led the Most Popular Boy in Bristol Farm contest, with Everett Sousa close behind. other contestants included Raymond Faria Manuel Correira Manuel Silvia Jr Edwin McClure Leonard Francis and Manuel Silvia. A baby named Wayne Lester Ash was born at Truesdale Hospital on June 18.
Scouts of the First Bristol Troop met at Camp King Phillip on Mount Hope Bay for their weekly gathering. Plans for a July encampment at Camp Yawgoog were announced with a sign up urged. Regular meeting omitted due to July Fourth. patrols meet separately. Cub Pack 14 gathered at the same site for a 6 30 p m supper, games, and a swim as the summer program was announced. Admiral Edwards Sea Scouts joined at Scout Hall then moved to Camp King Phillip for late evening recreation.
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