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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1945
Page
3
Sister Marie Augustus writes from a wartime camp describing rescue after captivity, deaths of Jesuits and nuns, burials in a common cemetery, and efforts helping refugees in Manila. She notes sisters sailing to the U S and Canada, and promises more details in a future letter.
Sgt Hans Frollge of the 1255th Engineer Combat Battalion earned the Bronze Star for meritorious achievement during February 1945 actions near Vianden Luxembourg. He directed rocket fire from a exposed position, drew enemy fire, and aided in mopping up isolated resistance while observing the town. He is married to Marie Francis Frollge of 206 DeWolf Avenue and entered service from Rhode Island after working for Collins and Aikman.
The Bristol Honor Roll in front of the Burnside Memorial Building receives a summer refresh with fresh paint and gold leaf on stars. William P Paine offers a replacement flag after storms harmed the current one, and the Honor Roll Committee accepts the gift. The display earns praise from visitors who have seen similar rolls in other towns.
Acting Governor Speaker John O Pastore told the Rotary Club that the nation has a wonderful chance to honor why the boys died. He urged swift leadership to unite allies and avoid a coming mess for lasting peace.
Police Chief Anthony J. Ferrara says about one fourth of 200 cars checked this week show defective brakes. Drivers are told to see their garage to adjust brakes using a wooden block test placed under the pedal to gauge braking grip. Tests run through June 1.
Valedictorian will be Joseph A. Berretto and salutatorian Joseph M. Pagano announced by acting principal John L. Burke. Separate items note the Warren wedding of Florence Cote to Antonio Cardoza at St John Baptiste Church and Ethel Tucker engagement to Lt. Franklin Lindley Couch Jr. Couch, a Wesleyan graduate and former Dalton High and Loomis student, served in the navy since 1942 and survived a sinking before returning to Maryland.
A notable TB hotspot is among older men with homelessness, highlighting a vulnerable group in public health efforts.
The Bristol Council No. 379 Knights of Columbus presents the 1945 46 slate for vote on June 13. Grand Knight George T. Ingram leads the list with Norman J. Vermette as deputy grand knight and Bernard J. McHugh as recorder among others. Present grand knight Frank L. Doran named delegate. Augustine Cherone and John L. Burke named alternates.
Coming events list Bristol Yacht Club hosts a May 26 frolic under Collins and Aikman Girl's Club with servicemen free. June 1 features a Friday rummage sale by The First Congregational Church Flower Committee.
The first Industrial Softball League game is set for Tuesday at 6 30 PM on the Common between Bristol Manufacturing Corporation and U S Rubber Company Engineers. Junior Hi Y holds a semi formal dance in the gym Tuesday evening as the last social event of the year.
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