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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1950
Page
5
On a bright spring day you should revive stiff old brushes instead of replacing them. Soak brushes in cleaner, rinse, scrub on a rough surface, then dry. For nylon or animal bristles, shake out loose bristles and use appropriate thinners to clean after use. Keep brushes well stored to extend life. Also DIY shellac glue from shellac and alcohol for strong adhesive bonds.
Roses and brides are celebrated in June with tips on packing for two weeks. Advice emphasizes mix and match separates, especially a versatile wes kit, with white pique or navy taffeta fabrics. Suggestions include boleros, pleated skirts, Eton jackets, poncho-stoles, and overskirts to transform simple dresses into party-ready looks.
Guiteras Memorial Junior High staged a sixth grade library activity program with songs readings and skits. Students listed include Victor Andrade and Carl Carlson, with performances of Psalm 24 and April Showers, plus humor, poems and stories about books and libraries.
Dr Russell S Bray was elected moderator of the First Congregational Church at its 270th annual meeting. He had served as vice moderator since earlier this year after Rev Charles E Cooley’s resignation. Various officers were elected to three year terms and reports from church groups were presented.
Joseph D Accardi 6 Second Street Bristol has passed the Rhode Island Bar examinations and is admitted to practice. The ceremony was before the State Supreme Court with 11 other candidates. Accardi graduates Bristol High School 1942 and studied at Brown University and Boston University. He previously passed Massachusetts bar exams and plans to begin practice in Bristol.
The Everglades in Florida remains the least mapped region of the United States with vast swaths lacking detailed topographic coverage. Researchers note extreme terrain and waterlogged zones hinder full mapping efforts and data collection.
St Johns sits atop the Carmel League with a 3 0 record under captain Richard Marshall. Joe Vento leads hitters with .750, ahead of Mike Venditulio and Charles Ruggiero. An all star team is named for tonight as Bristol Goninon’s group prepares to play outside games. Standings show St Johns 3 0, St Joseph 1 2 1, St Charles 1 1 1, St Anthony 0 1.
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