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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1944
Page
3
The Thursday night dance is canceled next week due to a high school operetta. March 11 invites girls and boys to leave school for war jobs under Help Wanted. March 18 features Brides of Mars and discusses pre induction marriages.
March 25 report warns Boomtown's youth face threats as mobilization effects unfold. April 8 features Strength for America stressing that American youth are the nation’s future and must be guided.
Five dollar War Stamps bought to honor servicemen list names including Chief Boswain Robert C Connery USN Torpedo Station Newport R I Chief Signalman Joseph S Connery USN submarine patrol South Pacific area Torpedoman Harold E Connery Paul J Connery USMC killed in action Dec 15 1943 South Pacific area Pharmacists mate 3c Francis S Connery USMC South Pacific area Cpl Marie T Schimgo WAC Army Air Field Midland Texas.
Coming events include a March 4 church supper at Guiteras House hosted by Congregational Club. March 5 features the film Ala Ariba at Pastime Theatre sponsored by Espyrito Santo Society. March 9 and 10 present Jerry of Jericho Road at Colt High Auditorium. March 11 Lat Leap Year Dance by The Jolly Six at Independent Hall.
Wilfred J. Paquin state registrar told Rotary Club that all auto licenses could expire on September 30 starting 1945 to reduce renewal confusion and avoid vacation-related delays. He said three year licenses and uniform plate sizing are being explored and cited ration book constraints on plate issuance.
Goldenrod troop leader Mrs Thomas Adams showcased Spain items and discussed bullfights while Council program chair Mrs Wesley A Armstrong attended. Dramatics badge group to continue dancing at YMCA and plan to see Madame Curie Monday. Dolores Pivin recorded notes. State Girl Scout dinner at Plantations Club drew 300 with Marie Gaudette as pronopol speaker and music from state troops.
Pfc Philip Fanara writes his sister Ida DelToro about Marine life from Parris Island to New River NC, overseas since 1942. He fought from Guadalcanal in six battles and was in action again, awaiting promotion and hoping to return home after the current situation ends. He recalls Riverside friends Michael Grimo and Carmine Cirillo and sends thanks for Christmas cards.
Colt defeated Cumberland 41-30 to close the season and remain tied for second with Sacred Heart in the Class C Eastern Division. DelPiano scored 16 and Cirillo 14 for Colt, while Joe Cavallaro left with an ankle sprain near the end of the first period as the teams played a fast finish.
The bout drew a massive live gate of about 70 000 to 80 000 fans but few saw the instant knockout as Dempsey knocked Firpo through the ropes in a dramatic finish. Tex Rickard rode the hype but did not push a rematch, risking a potential flop despite the bout’s high tension and financial stakes.
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