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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1949

Page

3

Anniversary Scene Beo ks to mark 30th year of American Legion post

The Kearney Post of the American Legion will observe its 30th anniversary this month. Past Commander Domenic J. Mascola leads the event with A A Edmonds Charles E Burns Samuel J Smith Frederick E Garvin Joseph M Edmonds Joseph A Enos and George R Fish—World War I veterans. The post plans a Bristol Independence Day parade float featuring Miss Fourth of July and attendants. Commander Ralph MeDeLeo leads float committee with William LeClair Gualbato Silva Virgil M Arruda Leroy L Dean. Edward J Wilkerson Jr resigns as vice commander and activities committee chair. Donations of 5 each support Independence Day and the Salvation Army. The post also votes to buy a hospital bed for the RI Veterans Home.

Domenic J. Mascola A. A. Edmonds Charles E. Burns Samuel J. Smith Frederick E. Garvin Joseph M. Edmonds Joseph A. Enos George R. Fish Bristol Ralph MeDeLeo William LeClair Gualbato Silva Virgil M. Arruda Leroy L. Dean Edward J. Wilkerson, Jr Independence Day Fund Salvation Army R. I. Veterans Home

Pressing Tips Improve Home Sewing Quality

Nancy Baxter explains pressing as essential in sewing, with fabric specific guidance. Instructions cover cotton, linen, rayon, silk, and acetate handling, plus use of dry cloths and damp muslin to prevent sheen and damage. Practical housecoat fashion notes and a leaflet offer further cotton tips and quick trimming tricks.

Studies Developments In Insurance Field

Wallis G. Kemph son of Mrs Mabel C Kemph 10Q High St Bristol R L has completed a three week refresher course in sales methods and techniques at Liberty Mutual Insurance Company Boston home office He was one of 13 salesman candidates nationwide to study recent mutual insurance developments representing the Providence office He served with the U S Army in the European theatre during the war.

Wallis G. Kemph Mabel C. Kemph High St Bristol, R. L Liberty Mutual Insurance Company Boston Kemph Providence U. S. Army

Codola and Armstrong Graduate From RPI

Fifteen students elected to Phi Beta Kappa at Ren sselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York. Bristol natives Frank C. Codola and Dean H. Armstrong, rising seniors, earn the honor. Codola is a mechanical engineering major and Armstong electrical engineering. Codola serves as cheerleader and ASME secretary. Armstrong starred in football and lacrosse and chaired the Soiree committee.

Phalanx Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy N. Y Bristol Frank C. Codola Gerardo Codola Catherine Sr Dean H. Armstrong Wesley A. Armstrong Hope St Frank RPI American Society of Mechanical Engineers Pi ‘Tau Sigman

Celons' Graduates Eeomn Holy Cross

Mrs. Paul Celone and her children plan to attend Holy Cross exercises in Worcester where Ralph Albert Celone will receive a Bachelor of Arts degree. A standout athlete in high school and college, he earned the athletic trophy at graduation and played football for two years on the varsity squad, later making the Dean's list and belonging to the Brench Club.

Paul Célone Constitution Street Worcester Holy Cross Ralph Albert Paul

Buy the Large Economy Size Ad Advice

An unclear market note discusses choosing a large economy size and smart advertising advice, noting cost concerns and price comparison. The fragment hints at consumer buying guidance and potential budgeting questions amid advertising claims.

Men of Merit and James Melton’s Musician Gift

A writer praises James Melton born 1904 in Georgia for his career from the Roxy Gang to the Metropolitan Opera and cinema. His concerts lift spirits and offer youthfulness. the author hopes to honor him with a generous tribute referencing his car collection in Westport, Connecticut.

James Melton Jimmy Melton Georgia Roxy Gang Roxy Theater New York Metropolitan Opera Company Westport Conn

Definitions In Rhyme And The Hidden Dangers Of Everyday Tools

A fragmentary piece discusses wordy medical jargon like cicatrix and credits A E Cheney of Pawtucket for easing a load. It contrasts horse drawn travel at ten mph with dangerous speeds and warns about knives and kitchen safety for households.

A. E. ‘Cheney Brewster St Pawtucket

Cedarcrest Plat Residents Support Opening Southworth Avenue

Residents of Church Plat favor extending Southworth Avenue to connect with Southworth as a fire safety measure. Courtland Chamberlain notes Sherman Avenue dead ends into a T, creating a hazard as cedar trees ignite quickly. A survey shows year round and summer residents back opening the road to prevent fires that could threaten nearby communities.

Church Plat Francisco Franca Cedarcrest Southworth Avenue Courtland Chamberlain Chamberlain Sherman Avenue

Sherman Avenue Cedarcrest Plat proposal to ease traffic

Citizens urge approval of the Cedarcrest plat to straighten Sherman Avenue and connect to through road, solving truck back-up on Woodlawn and Metacom Avenues. North end of Southworth is a dead end causing delivery trucks to back up 30 feet, endangering children. Residents at a May 23 Town Council meeting press for action amid broader local concerns.

Sherman Avenue Southworth Avenue Woodlawn Avenue Metacom Avenue Cedercrest Plat North Side Opinmunt

Bristol Scout-O-Rama Delights 800 At Warren Park

Bristol County District held Scout-O-Rama at Burr Hill Park Warren drawing nearly 800 attendees. Scouts from Bristol Troops Cub Packs Explorer Post and Sea Scout units performed with drum corps Indian dancing and camping scenes.

Bristol County Scouto Bristol Southland Warren S.S.S Edwards and Kearney Oscar M. Mersman Howard House George Lamb

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