Missile gap debate shifts tone in national defense view
An editorial argues that the missile gap story now favors the Soviet side and that U S retaliation capabilities deter an enemy strike. It notes Roswell Gilpatric’s remarks on heavy intercontinental bombers and inflight refueling, contrasts them with previous Eisenhower positions, and warns against election driven deception in military matters while stressing the need for steady defense support and public awareness. It also highlights community fund efforts and local civic group contributions to Bristol services and youth programs.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Hot Springs
Roswell L. Gilpatric
U. S
Gilpatric
U.S
Officials praise ban as boost for Tropic of Cancer
The piece argues that banning Tropic of Cancer by officials is beneficial publicity for the book and its author. It notes the officials’ action may help sales, while acknowledging some criticized content but focusing on the unintended advertising effect.
Bristol Civil War notes and school fundraiser item
From the Bristol Phoenix November 2, 18H there are Civil War notices naming local volunteers headed to Camp Brightwood, a town hall charity event with 50 scholars, and proceeds aiding Bristol families. It also mentions widows receiving pensions, shipmasters, and a court case about a peevlin appeal with local jurors.
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Alfred Peabody
Fredderick S. Peabody
Philip D. Easterbrooks
Samuel R. Chafee
Camp Brightwood
Washington
Bristol County
Goff
Bristol
Fragmented Travel Diary Through Coventry and English Names
The narrator recalls a trip to England with Allan and others, recounting a dentist visit, vague disappearances, meals with waitresses, and a garden near Stratford. They observe Coventry’s wartime devastation, crumbling walls around St Paul’s, and a modern chrome shopping center contrasting with Gothic remains.
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England
U States
U States,” I Said Firmly, Asl
Coventy
St Paul's
Coventry
Los
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Henry A. Prescott
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Court of Common Pleas
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William Paull
Moses G.whitney
Samuel Reed
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Allan
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Cote Gardens
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Alice Dewolf Papna
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