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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1940
Page
2
Rhode Island voters express concern over civil service job losses with each administration. The piece argues for extending protections to keep qualified workers and reduce patronage. It suggests that a stable civil service benefits governance and cuts disruptions during transitions.
More than 300 members and guests attended the 46th annual New England Grand Counselor Visitation and Ball of Providence Council No 67 United Commercial Travelers held last Saturday at the Biltmore Hotel Providence. The event featured remarks by Mr Jenks and Mr Dana Swan of the Red Cross Speakers' Bureau, a piano solo by Harriet Eden, a New York floor show, door prizes, and a post-dinner dance with the UCT orchestra led by Charles Cohen.
Soagwriters offers to make piano copies of any melody you can write or hum. Prices are advertised as reasonable.
Social and community notices list a Pro Cristo Society meeting at 265 Hope Street hosted by the Misses Manchester Thursday evening. Several local residents are noted for visits, healthcare, engagements, and PTA and club events across Fall River.
Mr and Mrs V J deRocha celebrated 25 years with an open house at Wardwell Farms Saturday. Guests from Bristol and across Rhode Island attended along with out of town visitors. An art exhibit by Mrs deRocha featuring 14 works complemented the event, while family members assisted in receiving guests.
St Mary's Alumni Association hosts the First Annual Ball at Bristol Casino on Thursday November 28. A Christmas Sale follows December 4 at Gunera's House under the Congregational Club auspices.
Sealed proposals for one two door Master Coach with heavy duty generator due 4 PM Tuesday November 19 1940 at Town Clerk's Office Bristol RI Trade in of a 1939 two door Chevrolet Coach allowed. Bid envelopes marked Bid Police Department Automobile. Town Clerk John W Church reserves right to reject any or all bids. Misc dates listed 11 8 12 15 19.
A compilation of names including Clinton Sherman John Condon Helen Scanlon Nellie Donahue Jean Tobin Rose Pozzi Mary Sanford Catherine Collins and Gertrude Guiter with memorial mentions for L F P and the families of Captain C P Wilson and Captain Paul A Herzig. Organizations cited include Bristol Girl Scouts Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co Hydraulion Engine and Hose Co St Albans Lodge F and AM Bristol Chapter DAR and requests for checks payable to the American Red Cross.
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