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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1948
Page
2
Taxpayers gather at Reynolds School Monday to approve town appropriations in a civic turnout. Backers push for passage of proposals while others warn against high spending and possible tax-rate changes, emphasizing democratic participation and the community voice in budgeting.
A local column highlights Bristol area events and interest items. It invites reader cooperation and notes various social and civic activities around town.
The YMCA Board of Directors rescheduled from Monday to Thursday evening March 18 due to Town Meeting. The Class of 45 plans a reunion meeting Saturday March 27 at 6 pm at the YMCA. All members urged to attend.
The Bristol Twilight League Board of Governors announces that all teams wishing to participate in this year’s baseball league must file their intentions by Monday March 22. Mail should be addressed to secretary Orlando J. Bisbano.
Canon Davis urges all workers to return partial envelopes to Mrs Brightman as only 9 percent of the 4500 quota has been raised with one week left. The Red Cross notes 1947 disaster relief funded nearly 9.5 million, with 11.9 million in aid to veterans and dependents, and outlines a planned national blood program and public donor listings in Tuesday’s paper.
The St Marys Theatre plans March 14 to 16 matinees of The Toreadors. Pupus show March 22 in St Marys Auditorium. John Go atte will commentate the Aussie versus America in Asia at Colt High Auditorium.
In a Bristol summer tale, Will joins the Worcester Club as pitcher after impressing at practice. Andy Burns catches with a close stance while Richmond helps develop signals as the game shifts toward professional play. Will’s integrity and leadership influence teammates and spectators, and a July trip to Pascoag tests their resolve.
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