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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1938
Page
2
Editorial argues civil service reform would reduce patronage and ensure job security for state workers. It urges Republicans to study other states where civil service has been adopted to improve efficiency and administration. The piece notes the political staffing churn harms state operations and calls for decisive action.
Roger W Murphy of East God Ross died at home after a long illness. A retired railroad man, he moved from Bristol about 40 years ago. Survived by brother Edward Murphy of Oliver street, two daughters Mrs Laura Crandell and Mrs Alfred Pollitt of Appenaug, and two stepsons Walton and Howard Waldron.
Orders for beans and rolls are being taken by Mrs. George Marshall at Bristol 616W and Mrs. W. J. Pettine at Bristol 172-Minot, with a deadline set for Friday night.
Bristol and area residents attend a string of events including a Mount Hope Chapter OES food sale at Hopkins store on Hope street with chairwoman Mrs Vincent Pettine. Other notices include a Thanksgiving sermon at First Congregational Church and a Past Presidents Night planning by the Men’s Union of the Congregational Church.
Rev Arthur W Burdon will preach at 10 30 oclock Sunday morning in the First Baptist Church. The church school session follows at 11 45 am.
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