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Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1975

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Recreation job sparks bid to force Travers from council

Republican chair George Cooper asks canvassers to declare Councilman Richard Travers vacant for holding a paid town recreation post while serving as council member. Cooper cites town charter bans on paid employment and says Travers may face a conflict of interest. Travers argues grandfather clause and solicitor opinion support his continued service.

Bruce Burdett Republican Town Committee George T. Cooper Richard Travers Cooper Traver Mr Travers Portsmouth High School Board of Canvassers Travers Council Recreation Board Anthony Agatiello

School funds dispute over 34744 surplus and special account

The town faced questions last night over how 34744 in unexpended school funds was handled. Superintendent Travers directed transfers to a created special needs account with Council not informed, while Town Administrator Nunes says the money was moved with school committee consent. The town solicitor questions legality and considers escalation.

Edward Travers Nunes Emilio Iannuccillo Lanuccillo

Tanker Hits Mt Hope Bridge in Dense Fog

A British oil tanker struck the north support tower of the Mt Hope Bridge in dense fog at 11 last night and left the scene without notifying the state authorities. The director said the bridge’s structural integrity is not believed damaged, but crossing restrictions will stay in place until tomorrow’s assessment. The tanker, Moores, heading north to Northeast Petroleum in Tiverton, was identified this morning. officials call it a hit and run and will pursue action against the tanker and its captain.

Mt Hope State Turnpike and Bridge Authority Coast Guard Authority James F Canning Canning Mt Hope Brige North Bridge James Canning

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