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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1951
Page
2
Local residents announce a birth at Lying-In Providence and two births at Truesdale Hospital. Community groups schedule Ladies Night at YMCA and Rotary Day with Ray Wilber speaker. Nursing association plans a meeting, Holy Name Society dance praised, and Girl Scout activities noted with outdoor games and basket crafts.
The Bristol Twilight League season starts next Monday on the Common. Local young players migrate from American Legion Junior League and Little League into twilight teams, with most aiming to play at high school or college levels. Spectators enjoy hard fought games and home runs, as governors hope 1951 becomes a landmark season for Bristol baseball.
Cub Scouts at Pack 5 Friday night in Trinity Church basement received advancement honors. Den 1 members Tommy Brown Arnold Carroll Bobby Cicciola earned Bear Badge and arrows. Den 3 recipients Gary Fillmore George North earned gold and silver arrows.
Lost Passbook No 31625 of Industrial Trust Company Bristol Branch. application filed for duplicate book replacement.
In loving memory of Charles H West who died May 1 1938. A daughter Mary West Tillman writes a verse of remembrance and longing. The poem asks watchful waiting until they are united beyond farewell tears.
A memorial note from his wife Euduvina dated 1834 expresses tearful remembrance for Jose Ezequiel Costa, noting the sorrow of his loss and that loving thoughts linger at his grave, with a tribute from his wife.
Louis Castriotta and Sammy Kinder were advanced to Boy Scout status. Following the opening processional the Cubs formed an honor guard for the two boys becoming Scouts and they received the Cubs highest award the Webelos Badge and graduation certificates. They were welcomed into Boy Scout Troop 5 by Gus Spece. A railroading themed series of dens performed skits and a spike-driving contest took place won by Den. Mothers challenged the youngsters in a playful contest.
The Women's Guild of the First Congregational Church hosted a May Breakfast in DeWolf Memorial Room. Chairwoman Mrs. Harris Kebrek led a large committee with many officers and assistants named among the participants.
Brownies Troop 12 were entertained by Ei leen Phenes Judy Sherriff and Patricia Phillips who danced Nancy Securo sang for the Brownies The girls discussed the
Ennis J. Bisbano 21 of 49 Richmond Street has been pronounced out of danger at Rhode Island Hospital after a April 15 auto accident on County Road in Barrington. He suffered jaw and teeth injuries but is not expected to have facial disfigurement. A benefit dance planned by the Bristol Rangers Drum and Bugle Corps will be held May 25 at GAR Hall on Hope Street to raise funds for his hospital expenses.
An assortment of vehicle ads and local services including 1947 and 1939 model cars, a Star light coupe, a 1936 Ford convertible, and a 1947 Hudson sedan all with notes on condition and contact points at Taplin's Garage and other Bristol addresses. Also listings for boats, furniture, apartment rentals, insurance, painting, auto glass, and various home services across Bristol and Warren areas.
A sequence of community fundraisers and social events listed for May. Reads include rummage and food sales at churches, synagogues, and civic halls. charity bridge evenings. chowder and clamcake sales. a sophomore hop. a joint concert and several club gatherings across Bristol venues such as G A R Building High Street Scout Hall Midway Steak and Lobster House and St Michael's Parish House.
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