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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1959
Page
4
Editorial quotes Mr Bowen urging readers to seek sufficient education to avoid dependency and to gain more to remain humble, stressing that knowledge should elevate judgment rather than status. The remark emphasizes that true learning fosters respect for others and wiser conduct.
The article contrasts John L Lewis defending labor demands on a television show with Eisenhower warning to hold the line on wage rises. It details Morgantown West Virginia coal sector troubles, noting coal’s decline, high wages, and competition from oil gas. It argues rising prices harmed coal and warns against labor pressure risking American industry.
The Rhode Island Division of Fish and Game in Providence announced berthing applications for boats 20 feet and longer at the state finger piers on Church Street. Director John L. Rego said the new installation will be active this month with completion of the fourth pier. Berthing costs are tentatively $3 per foot per year, with lights water and electricity to be added soon.
A series of Passionist retreats is planned at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Retreat House in Peace Dale. June 5 7 features a weekend for relatives and friends of nuns and priests led by Rev Norbert Herman CP with organizer Mrs Frank D Regan Providence.
Governor Christopher Del Sesto proclaims June 1959 as Multiple Sclerosis Month in Rhode Island. He urges public support for the Rhode Island Chapter National Multiple Sclerosis Society, highlighting the disease's impact and the need for research funds and patient care programs.
Bristol School Building Committee chairman Benjamin Hazen announced a meeting with three experienced outsiders Richard L. Gempp Warren School Building Committee Robert L. Morris and Colin A. Roberts to discuss expansion options. Hazen says the 15 member panel lacks study background and will seek insights on space needs and whether to add to current facilities or build anew.
May 28 reports from Cecile H Rego and Manuel Alegnia describe minor damage after Rego's westbound car on Dartmouth St was struck on the left side as Alegnia entered Dartmouth St. Rego says Alegnia’s car hit her. Alegnia says she moved into Rego’s path. John Preston Browne of Mansfield, Ohio, driving about 40 mph on Metacom Ave near Sherman Ave, struck a utility pole after a car driven by Armando L. Silveira pulled right to the curb, forcing Browne off the road.
June 6 Saturday dance sponsored by Holy Name Society at Mt. Carmel Church Midway. June 7 Sunday annual dinner Cup Defenders Association. June 12 Friday fourth annual concert by combined choirs of First Congregational Church in DeWolf Room. June 13 Saturday food and cake sale Trinity Church Grounds 10 am to 4 pm. June 20 Saturday benefit for Lioness Club Midway Dance by Bris Boues 9 pm to 1 am. June 27 Saturday Fourth of July Ball National Guard Armory.
The article suggests lightweight, portable gifts for travelers, avoiding bulky items. It highlights champagne advances, bar credits, corsages, and card-only gifts. For Europe trips, travel agents offer tours like Paris or Rome, with a $5 Spumone Sorpresa dinner. Ladies favor veils, scarves, travel cases, and cosmetics. men like passport wallets and travel apparel. Cautions warn against spillables, breakables, and unwieldy items.
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