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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1949
Page
2
The Bristol Twilight League begins its 22nd season celebrated for stable growth since 1928. The board of governors steers fair play and strong competition while weathering war years and disputes. Players from local high schools provide audience appeal and wholesome recreation.
A friendly local note invites readers to be considerate hosts as guests are mentioned in columns. It emphasizes mutual courtesy, social reciprocation, and cooperation, promising a useful space for community readers and friendships to grow.
The notice list covers a May 14 food sale sponsored by Pilgrim Fellowship at Guneras Houses, several births including John Joseph Aguiar and Robert Harald Jr, Rotary Club meeting with Dr Apes L Hanley, an Eagles honor for Joseph Qualey, and a State Congregational meeting delegates. It also notes obituaries for Ricardo Mattes and Isabelle Alves, a National Guard storage building approval, and other local civic items.
A summarized notice notes a meeting of a local group held at the Knights of Columbus Hall on State Street. Several attendees discussed upcoming community plans and club activities.
About fifty children will receive First Communion at 9 a m in St Marys Church. A communion breakfast will follow served by Hope Circle Daughters of Isabella in K of C Hall. The Mothers Club meets Thursday at 3 30 p m at St Marys School.
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