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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1953
Page
2
Highway Commissioner Jeremias Andrade urges residents to cooperate on rubbish disposal. He cites early placement of trash and use of cartons as the main problems causing mess for collectors. A friendly reminder aims to improve curb appeal and ease handling on collection days.
Bristol community notices report a church meeting at Guiteras House and a memorial Mass for Antonio Pacheco. The list includes local births, scholarships, theatre arts events, and comments on civic and school activities in Bristol and nearby Providence.
Albert Cioffi 63 of 79 Franklin Street died yesterday. Funeral services tomorrow at 8 am from Sansone Funeral Home 192 Wood Street with a 9 am high requiem mass at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church. Burial in St Marys Cemetery. Born in Scafati Italy July 16 1889 he came to this country in 1903 and worked for National India Rubber Company and the town highway department until retirement three years ago. He leaves six sisters: Guilia Clerico Woodside NY Amelia Panzarella Ozone Park NY Letizia Navadi Providence Lena Riveccio and Josephine Coppola La Selva Somerville MA Matilda Sansone Bristol.
Antonio Nappi, 74, of 97 Reservoir Avenue died last night after a short illness. Born in Scafati, Italy, he lived in Bristol 48 years and worked as a shoemaker. Survived by his widow Tina and 9 children, 13 grandchildren, and a brother. Funeral Friday from his home with a 9 a.m. mass at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Burial in St Mary's Cemetery.
The Lewis family expresses deep thanks to relatives friends and neighbors for messages and flowers after the passing of Mrs Leopoldina Lewis. Special appreciation is given to Actrons Plant H Employees C and A Girls Club Latex Dept and other named local workers and facilities.
In Memoriam 1952 James E Corvelho 1953 Forever remembered by family as a dear son and brother. Always a prayer for you dear brother and a memory fond and true. From Anthony sister in law and nephews. Long days and nights he bore his pain awaiting a cure that never came and God took him home to rest. Mother and Father.
A memorial note from Sister Mary and a brother-in-law expresses enduring love and memory for James E Corvelho. It reflects heartfelt sympathy and lasting affection for a departed brother. The message emphasizes the enduring family bond and sorrow.
In loving memory of my father Charles Hest who passed away May 1 1938. A daughter writes of deep sorrow and enduring love, recalling May memories and eternal rest.
A wife writes a brief elegy for Jimmy Corvelho age unknown, describing loss and sorrow. The verse speaks of mercy, suffering, and eternal rest, offering comfort to grieving loved ones. The message acknowledges the pain yet promises his memory will remain close.
May events include a Tuesday charity bridge by Pyramid of Charity Women’s Club at Midway Steak and Lobster House and a May 9 food sale at Scout Hall for Kingsmen bus fund. A May 9 dinner dance at Midway Steak and Lobster House is hosted by Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Holy Name Society. May 13 rummage sale runs in parish rooms under Trinity Women’s Guild. May 15 spaghetti supper at St. Mary’s Holy Name Society church auditorium. May 16 Doric Club Dance at Bristol Yacht Club and May 20 Canasta Party at White Hall hosted by Rotary Club.
X ray drive staff lead by Miss Janet MacDougall and Mrs Arthur McCar arrange Chestmobile sites north of Washington Street from Narragansett Bay to Mount Hope Bay. Rockwell School and Veterans Home will host residents with advance appointments to fit Bristol areas and school visits continue at Andrews School if needed.
Classified items list a 1940 Chrysler coupe in central condition and a new three bedroom home with yard and business zoning. Also advertised are air conditioners, hay bales, and a Bristol Phoenix box response. Contact details include several phone numbers and a mailbox address.
A public hearing is announced by the Bristol Planning Board to be held in the Council chambers. The notice identifies attendees and related officials and lists Manuel De Bucretncy with a date 6-5-12-19.
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