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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1952
Page
1
A traveler who just returned from Paris notes the quick ocean crossing and the thrill of distance shrinking. He says he sleeps through most of the flight and has flown the route many times, leading to a blasé view of air travel. The reflection ends with a nod to saying that all kinds of people exist.
Paul Friedlander advises comfort first for long air travel and suggests looking respectable at customs. Men should wear a long sleeve sport shirt with a removable tie and slip on slippers for ascent. Women favor loose clothes, long sleeves, and avoid slacks. hats hamper space. sleep aids include fabric eye shades and earplugs.
The Rev John N Sinclair rector of Trinity Episcopal Church was named chaplain of the day for the Fourth of July celebration. He announced his acceptance this morning. A Montana native and Philadelphia Divinity School graduate he has led Trinity since last September and previously served missions in Montana and as curate in Philadelphia. He and Mrs Sinclair have four children John Jr Patricia David and Deane.
Carmine J. Maisano, longtime aide and former Providence Journal-Bulletin staffer, is named chief of staff for the July Fourth parade. A Bristol native, Maisano has served as administrative assistant to Gov and Senator Pastore and currently works in Washington.
Andrew Francis Jr. of 26 Burton Street received the Collins and Aikman Textile Scholarship from Rhode Island School of Design in a ceremony. The $600 annual award was presented by Frederic Cornell of the Collins and Aikman Spinning Plants. Francis, 18, a Colt High School Bristol graduate, expressed gratitude and said textiles would be his career.
St Michael's parish picnic will be held indoors in the Parish House if rain disrupts the outdoor event.
Dr. C. Paul Bruno announced the 12th division Fourth of July parade marshals. First Division U S Army Maj Edward J Fitzgerald. Second Division U S Navy Roswell S Bosworth Sr. Ninth Division Boy Scouts George R Fish. Eleventh Division Little League Roger W Pigeon. Twelfth Division Antique Cars Ralph F Kinder.
Town council passed a July Fourth vendor ordinance banning sales within parade lines without approval from the celebrations committee. Violations carry a $20 fine and the rule runs from 12 01 a m July 3 to midnight July 4. The measure, drafted by Town Solicitor Lucien Capone, follows a June 5 motion by Councilman Marshall and Councilman Guevremont.
Rained out yesterday in the state schoolboy baseball semi final. Colt Memorial and Woonsocket will play today at Barry Field Woon socket at 2 30 p m. The second game will be at Guiteras Field tomorrow with a third game, if needed, early next week.
Skipper of the cutter Spar says the ship will open its doors for a Fourth of July event from noon to 430 PM. Two squads from the Spar will march in the parade, marking the first Coast Guard participation in the local celebration. Entrance to the Coast Guard depot is from Thames Street near Constitution Corner.
Senior High School awarded 83 diplomas as Dr Ballentine spoke. Frank Murphy, a former student, recalled waiting 40 years for his diploma. A noisy outside interruption and a photographer faced equipment issues during the ceremony.
Miss Cornelia Ann Iannuccillo received the Walsh Memorial Medal as the highlight of Bristol Senior High School’s commencement. Dr. George A. Ballentine of URI urged graduates to cultivate cultural tolerance and ponder where they are and where they will go.
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