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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1955

Page

5

Pappoosesquaw Club Members Visit Sturbridge Village

Members of the Pappoosesquaw Home Demonstration Club spent an all day trip in Sturbridge Village Massachusetts on Wednesday. Participants included President Kenneth Bowen and Mesdames Earle Cabrol Augustine Mello Joseph Normandin James Salzano Wilson Luther and Joseph Bullock who viewed the crafts both practical and decorative.

Pappoosesquaw Home Demonstration Club Sturbridge Village Mass Kenneth Bowen Earle Cabrol Augustine Mello Joseph Normandin James Salzano Wilson Luther Joseph Bullock

State Prey Project Clears Assembly Support

The proposal won broad local backing from commercial civic fraternal and veterans groups and awaits the state’s position. An assembly resolution by Sen Anthony DaPonte directs the development council and the public works department to act on wharf facilities here. The measure passed both houses and was signed by the governor.

Assembly Sen Anthony DaPonte Development Council Department of Public Works

Crochet Your Own Spring Hat Fashion Craft

Needlecraft column invites readers to craft a crochet hat for spring using mercerized crochet cotton. It outlines square hat pins and a Lady Cloche, offering instructions and a Leaflet No 977 upon request, to reflect individuality with washable, bright headwear.

Testimonial Dinner Planned for Disabled American Veterans Leader

Russo D A V toastmaster final plans for a testimonial dinner honoring George De Cesana Department Commander of the Disabled American Veterans at Rex Tavern Charles Street North Providence tomorrow at 8 pm Albert P Russo toastmaster and Anthony Zona general chairman assisted by James Benetti and other chapter and auxiliary units statewide Lawson Raiola Chapter expected large delegation with state and national officers to attend

George de Cesana Department The Disabled American Veterans Anthony Zona Mailler-Penta Disabled American Veterans of North

Bristol Sealed bids for road materials due May 23 1955

Town of Bristol invites sealed bids at the Town Clerk's office for asphalt oils tar sand gravel and cementing items. Quotes must cover delivered prices and town truck delivery with quantities approximate for a 12 month period. Bid bonds and performance bonds required. Town reserves right to reject or split awards and adjust quantities as needed.

Bristol R. L Matera M. C R. C Abaya State Ar of Public Works Ual

275th Anniversary Plans Advance at Finance Subcommittee

Plans for a souvenir booklet and automobile stickers for the town 275th Anniversary moved forward at a finance sub-committee meeting. Edward P. Travers chaired in Salvatore Massano's absence. Stickers will be sold for a small fee around June 15. A follow up meeting is scheduled for Thursday night at the Y.M.C.A. at 7 30 p.m.

Edward P. Travers Salvatore Massano Y.mlc.a

Committee for K of C Clambake Announced in Bristol

Grand Knight David J. Ferris unveiled the clambake and Third Degree committees at Bristol Council Knights of Columbus. The July 17 clambake at King Philip Bakemaster and May 29 Third Degree ceremonies were set, with a long list of officers and honoraries named. The council earned a state blood donor certificate and planned blood drives at Rhode Island Hospital on May 22, plus a Pontifical Mass in Providence. A spaghetti and quahong supper was scheduled for 8 pm tonight.

David J. Ferris Bristol Council Knights of Columbus King Philp Joseph D. Gusto James J Connery Frank Raiola Joseph A King Salvatore G Attrui Cathedral of Sts Peter and Paul Providence Ferris Woonsocket

Services May Be Held From Our Chapel Without Extra Charge

Community chapels offer services at no extra fee with contact details for Warren and Bristol locations. The notice lists main office address, telephone numbers, and service options available at no additional charge.

Warren Bristol, Tel

Bristol Girl Judith Almeida Wins TV Talent Prize

Ten year old Judith Almeida daughter of Mr and Mrs George V Almeida 85 Franklin Street has been chosen first place winner on a television talent contest following Sheila Guaniere who won by popular vote The sixth grader belongs to Reynolds School Orchestra and has danced three years in ballet tap and ballroom She received a wrist watch and two chairs from the program sponsor.

Bristol Judith Almeida George V. Almeida Franklin Street Sheila Guaniere Miss Almeida Reynolds School

May 1955 license application for King Philip's Bakemaster Inc

May 1955 application to keep for sale and to sell intoxicating beverages at King Philip's Bakemaster Inc Pavilion rear White Rail Restaurant Metacom Avenue. Town Council in session at Burnside Memorial Building Monday evening May 23 to hear remonstrances. Remonstrance must be filed before hearing with a prayer of the Town Council.

King Philip's Bakemaster Metacom Avenue Stn Bennell Chamber Burnside Memo Cntiro

Town Seeks Bids For Dump Truck And Trade In Offer

Bids are invited for a one two ton three cubic yard dump truck with details available at the Town office. Bids close 4 PM Monday June 13 1955. The Town Council reserves the right to determine the best interest of the Town. JOHN W CHURCH Clerk. Publication dates 5 13 20 27 and 6 3.

Bristol R. L

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