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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1953
Page
2
President Eisenhower proclaims Saturday July 4 1953 a national day of penance and prayer asking all citizens to seek God's help in solving grave national problems and to offer thanks for divine guidance through history.
A Bristol observance recalls two centuries of conflict from the Revolution to Korea as veterans march, flags rise, and a living symbol of independence passes in review. The article frames Bristol as frontier, scarred yet steadfast, with a long line of service from Washington to present and a hope for peace through strength.
Mrs Harold B Sympson of East Providence will speak on African Vodets at the Besta Garden Club meeting on Wednesday afternoon July 8 at the home of Mrs Coreepaye Lambs on J. Ferry Road. Also noted: local dog show prizes, Narrows Point bonfire fundraiser, and visits from out of town residents including the Jaycox and Clowes families.
The Bristol Narrows Improvement Association and White Rail Riding Club announce events on July 24 Friday and July 26 Sunday with outdoor activities. An August 10 Monday annual outing is hosted by Hope Circle of D of I at Mrs. Marguerite Jordan’s Laurel Park home in Warren.
Harold R Caldwell of Bronxville New York died suddenly Monday. Funeral services were conducted yesterday at Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church Bronxville by Rev Shiphurst. He was the husband of Mary Nerone Caldwell formerly of this town. He is survived by one daughter and two grandchildren. Burial followed at Valhalla New York.
The funeral for Antonio Murgo 57 of 53 St Elizabeth Street was held Wednesday from Joseph Sansone Funeral Home with a high mass at 9 am at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church. Revemy DiMattia PSSC assisted and read committal prayers at St Mary's Cemetery. Nephews served as bearers including Nicholas, Paul, Cosmo, and Damian Castighego of Bristol Michael and John Murgo of Bristol Alfred Cariglia of Quincy and Ralph Marasco of Providence.
Sadly missed by Mame Maat and the children. Obituary note records the name Adolph Ferreira born 1953 with family acknowledgment.
Obituary notice for Arthur J Belmore detailing years 1947 and 1958 noting a wife and family and remembrance by relatives.
Evelyn Blanche Lemaire and Marcel Albert Lamoreux were joined in marriage at St Marys Church with Rev Clyde J Walsh officiating. The bride wore white satin with seed pearls and carried a white prayerbook. reception at Stone Bridge Inn followed. The couple plans a trip to the Pocono Mountains. she teaches in Guiteras School. he is a safety engineer with Insurance Companies of North America.
Miss Mary Elizabeth Kelley daughter of the late Hugh F Kelley of Riverside and Bristol wed James Joseph Madden at Sacred Heart Church East Providence. The ceremony was conducted by Rev Joseph C Kelley with a Solemn Nuptial Mass. The bridal gown featured Pointe Venise lace and seed pearls with a coronation cap. The couple plans a Bermuda honeymoon after a breakfast at Top Hill and a reception with relatives.
Warren area waterfront property features six rooms and one bath under cedar styling with a large garage. Listed at 12 500 dollars. Contact Brian for details.
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