Legion's 39th Birthday Editorial Reflects Americanism
The American Legion marks 39 years since its founding, noting a two million member base across 17 000 posts and a million auxiliary members in 14 000 units. It promotes patriotism, defends free institutions, and opposes what it deems un-American while acknowledging its evolving role in national discourse and veteran welfare.
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Navy Relief Carnival At Quonset Point Dates Listed
A letter from Capt Thomas B Payne commander at US Naval Air Station Quonset Point invites the public to attend the Navy Relief Carnival on May 29 30 31 and June. Proceeds support Navy Relief Society aiding enlisted men and families. Featured attractions include the Blue Angels Flight Demonstrator and carnival rides.
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Quonset Point
Navy Relief Society
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Birthday Pay Rule for Local 2-B Workers Sparks Debate
A column humorously notes Local 32-B union members may receive full day off with pay on their birthday under a new contract, with double pay for working on the birthday. It ponders scheduling, weekends, and whether wives’ birthdays should count, speculating on incentives and practicalities.
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N. Y. Herald Tribune
32-B
Washington
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George Washington
Church Socials and Card Party Schedule Flyer
March 15 Saturday ham and bean supper by the Amicae Guild at the First Baptist Church vestry. March 30 Sunday light breakfast and food sale by Daughters of Isabella at K. of C. Hall State Street starting at 8 a.m. bean supper by Amicae Guild of First Baptist Church. April 10 Thursday bridge and canasta party by St. Mary's Church in the church auditorium.
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Rescue Squad Celebrates 10th Annual Banquet
The Rescue Squad held its 10th annual banquet at the White Ra:t. Guests included Fire Commissioner Joseph Gallagher, Deputy Chief Harry Gray, Capt Harold Greer, Capt John Svn, Capt Joseph Castro, Capt Anthony Goulart, and wives. Fire Chief Oscar A Rushe was toastmaster. Capt Michael A Flynn honored Harry Nowell for his work as a first aid instructor. The committee was Burton West, Charles E. Luther, Capt Flynn, Lt James Cruz, Lt Manuel Vieira, Lt George Dion, Lenwood Babbtt, and Louis Sylvia. Burial was in St Mary's Cemetery for Manuel Oliver of 66 Franklin St after a solemn requiem Mass at St Elizabeth's Church.
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Harry Gray
Harold Greer
John Svn
Joseph Castro
Anthony Goulart
Oscar A Rushe
Michael A Flynn
Harry Nowell
Mr Nowell
Burton West
Charles E. Luther
Capt. Flynn
James Cruz
Manuel Vieira
George Dion
Lenwood Babbtt
Louis Sylvia
Manuel Oliver
Franklin St
St. Elizabeth's Church
Henrique Rocha
Joaquim Lawrence
Richard Cordeiro
Paul Connedly
St. Columban’s Seminary
Oliver
Sewer extension plan seeks $45,000 funding
A taxpayers resolution filed with Town Clerk Anthony v Denn Jr proposes a $45,000 extension of the town sewer system to the Bayside Shores Plat. The plan authorizes borrowing by the town treasurer and issues five year serial notes with a $200 assessment per homesite abutting the new main. The route begins at Hope Street and runs west and south through Fales Road Ridge Greylock Westwood and Kingswood.
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Bayside Shores Improvement Association
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State argues for larger funding to boost diplomacy over entertainments
The State Department argues that diplomacy can be strengthened more by social influence than by force, citing underfunded budgets and travel allowances. Officers abroad dip into personal funds to maintain U S prestige, with many posts reporting insufficient housing and entertainment allowances. The issue shows up in Gluck affair hearings and House opposition labels the funds frivolous.
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