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Welcome Wagon Hosts Boost Newcomer Ties in Barrington Bristol
Welcome Wagon in Barrington and Bristol County invites newcomers to local merchants and groups, providing a welcome letter from Gov. Chafee, state maps, tourist guides, and civic literature. Hostesses like Mrs. Hilah M. Bruce visit new residents, answer questions, and help with school enrollment while sharing community resources.
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Bristol County
U. S
John H. Chafee
Barrington
League of Women Voters
Bristol
Art Museum
C. Mae Crysler
R. I
New York City
Warren
Bruce