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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1946
Page
3
A resident cites health risks and visual pollution from the Bristol dump in the front yard. He argues broad public support for removal and urges immediate council action, noting the need to protect residents and improve the town’s appearance.
Susan Stanley Hanrahan of 132 Hope Street celebrated her first birthday with a party on Sunday. Guests came from Boston Providence and Bristol. Walter Ryan sang Happy Birthday on the radio. Ice cream and cake were served along with gifts.
A grand opening for a new Firestone dealer at 26 Child Street Warren promises souvenirs and a Grand Opening Sale from 9 am Thursday to 9 pm Saturday with later evening hours through the weekend. Ed ward R. Kettlety, Rhode Island native with 25 years in the state’s auto business, states the store features many departments and low introductory prices.
At the first postwar banquet held in the fire station, the Dreadnaught Hook Ladder and Hose Company honored World War II veterans with engraved cigarette lighters presented by Captain Roy Simmons. Attendees included William Butler Charles E West Fred Parella and others while Ed ward L. Quinn John J McCarthy and James McGovern were absent. A turkey supper and motion pictures followed with Bertram W Wall toastmaster and speeches by Moses Moore Harry Gray Daniel Coggeshall and others.
The Budget Committee and Town Council faced a salary schedule criticized as unsatisfactory. The group argues for a new plan that raises immediate and long term compensation without costing taxpayers more. They note teaching remains a professional, underpaid field and stress the change is not temporary. The letter cites taxpayer empathy, modest proposals, and a call for broader recognition of teachers’ value.
Citizens urge removal of the town dump near Wood street amid odor and health concerns. Letters from residents including Mr and Mrs Joseph Pacheco describe foul smells from burning waste affecting nearby dairy and poultry operations and call for relocation for children's health and cleanliness.
Antonio B. Cabral, son of Frank Cabral of 52 Collins Street, was discharged from active Navy duty on March 9 after 43 months of service. A Bristol High School alumnus, he played basketball and baseball and studied radio and flight operations in service. Before enlisting he worked as a payroll clerk.
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