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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1950
Page
8
Bristol motorists saw 20.5 cents per gallon signs as company reps toured the area. Some drivers gained with five gallons at the old four gallon price while a southern operator resisted the war, hoisting 30c signs and vowing to stay despite refinery pressure.
The article notes Mr Anderson’s June 1949 National Geographic feature with 24 pages of color photos. His talk recounts a 15 000 mile original trip and a 20 000 mile follow up with visits to Garden of the Gods Pike’s Peak and many western landmarks. The executive board oversees hospitality.
John L Reavey of the Providence VA Regional Office reassures veterans that GI loan guaranty remains available for over six years and urges careful planning. The deadline date is July 25 1957 and veterans should avoid rushing decisions amid possible recall to active duty.
Troop Four will meet Friday evenings at 7 30 in Scout Hall instead of Wednesday. The Bristol Boy Scout Bugle and Drum Corps will parade in Newport Armistice Day events, report at Scout Hall at 8 am, parade at 9 30 am, and rehearse Sunday at 11 in Stout Hall.
Mrs. J. Floyd Huestis reported at the Bristol Girl Scout Council meeting in Providence that Camp Hoffman is available for weekend camping by units and urged emphasis on outdoor trips. Attendees included Mrs. Norman Vermette Mrs. Earl G. Sturdevant and Mrs. Huestis. Bristol Leaders Association discussed troop activities and Bristol Council members attend Armistice Day Mass at St. Mary's Church tomorrow at 10 a.m.
Report notes confusion over Charlie Mc Car's age amid references to Agar Bergen and past carving of Nageee. unclear details, no verifiable birth years or corroborating records found in the readable text.
Dr DeFrance recommends continued mowing until growth ends with a final cut around Thanksgiving. Shorter final height reduces disease and winter kill compared to taller cuts. Rake leaves off the lawn and compost or mulch around shrubs. avoid letting leaves smother the turf.
Returns from England A A Edmonds, a local real estate and insurance agent, arrived Monday after a month abroad. He traveled by plane both ways visiting Norwich, London, Bristol, and other places. He spoke at the Gould Rotary Club on October 18 and was warmly greeted by Rotary friends he has corresponded with for years.
Chrysanthemums at the Cotte Greenhouses are spectacular this season and visitors are welcome to view the bloom display.
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