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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1959
Page
4
Editorial celebrates the Fourth of July in Bristol urging residents to tidy and beautify streets, display flags, and welcome visitors. It praises blooming roses and green lawns, noting the town’s appeal and the need to look its best as thousands arrive for the Independence Day celebration.
The piece links local steel union negotiations to inflation fears and rising costs. It notes President Eisenhower’s emphasis on curbing inflation, the steel industry as a wage barometer, and concerns about price hikes spreading through the economy. It cites the U S as a debtor nation with rising imports and falling exports affecting competitiveness.
Citizens urge removal of two unregistered cars parked on High Street for months, noting violations of town ordinance and poor street appearance. They warn visiting dignitaries may be embarrassed as locals observe similar neglected vehicles, with about six more scattered around town.
Nearly two hundred members and guests attended Kearney Post No. 6 American Legion on Franklin Street for the 40th anniversary. The event featured a new Legion flag presentation by the Callan family and 40 year service cards for about fifty charter members. Representatives from Department and District officers, local officials, and Auxiliary members joined in ceremonies, a flag dedication, and a reception with dancing into the night.
Mrs Reselma Desilets of King Philip Ave Bristol Nar returns home after a California tour. President August E ibbe meyer will hand over the gavel to incoming President Vincent Fasano at tomorrow's meeting at the White Rail. Officers to assume duties and Howard R Newman and William D Hall will report on the recent New York convention.
Raytheon officials briefed Newport officials and press on plans for an underwater sound research and manufacturing plant in Rhode Island. Charles Adams, Gov Del Sesto, and Admiral Weakley spoke on site options near Lawton Valley, subcontracting policies, and the need for industrial growth to attract jobs while supporting national defense.
A survey of lightning safety and science covers why standing under trees is dangerous yet tall structures like the Empire State Building can be surprisingly safe. It traces beliefs from ancient times to Franklin’s kite experiment and notes efforts to study and seed clouds to manage storms and reduce lightning damage.
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