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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1951
Page
2
Bristol marked its 175th Fourth of July with a parade that observers call the largest crowd in years. Visitors from distant places, even Switzerland, joined locals in a strong turnout and praised the arrangements committee. The article notes low attendance at the patriotic exercises and suggests delaying or changing timing to improve participation.
The narrator recalls a lively party with bold gestures and a quirky Wookey Special. They describe leaving early for the midnight train after four days, noting a grand singing voice and a trunkful of songs.
Community notices list visits from Harold Pedley and Arthur Stevens. bouts of travel include Mr. and Mrs. Mason, the Rhee family, and others. Meetings set for Bristol sewer board and American Legion. Births announced for Roxanne Akin and Joseph Riccio Jr. Attendance at church services and garden club event noted.
Bristol Little Leaguers dominated Barrington on Bristol Common with a 25 to 4 victory led by batter Victor Andrade and Panzarella. Cordeiro pitched strong, while top hitters included Johnny Burke and Panzarella who sent balls over the ropes.
Vincent Vaccaro announces a July 9 at 8 p.m. reunion committee meeting for the class of 1941. The gathering will be held at the YMCA as part of ongoing planning.
The 19th annual Picnic Benefit at St Elizabeth's Church on Rego's Farm Bay View Avenue is set for August 12. A Congregational Church Bazaar and Flower Show is scheduled for August 4.
Mrs. Gladys M. Brightman announced the donors who made the Fourth of July food sale possible. Listed contributors include Mr. and Mrs. John D. Moore, Miss Alice B. Wyatt, DeFelice Florists, Bristol Macaroni Co., Col. and Mrs. Arthur W. Barrett, and many others.
Captain Chase, longtime Florida correspondent for the Phoenix and Bristol yacht club steward, dies after a lifetime of travel and writing. Survivors include Mrs. Herreshoff and six grandchildren. Simple services Sunday at St. Michael's Church with burial in North Cemetery.
Mrs Marion Pacheco of 101 Charles Street expresses gratitude to friends and relatives for the flowers and cards sent during her illness, noting appreciation for the community's support.
Found in the vicinity of White Rail a yellow and white cat boat with a 14-foot outboard motor and a popies-practically new. Brahead
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