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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1948
Page
2
Landowners in outlying sections report repeated trespassing by hunters despite posting no hunting signs. They describe bullets near homes and damaged property, urging respect for others property and clear permission before hunting. One owner notes his own hunting history but stresses courtesy and boundaries.
Word has been received of the death of Ruth Waldron Pitts formerly of this town on November 10 in Pasadena California. She is survived by two daughters Mrs A H Farnum of Moro Rav California and others referenced in the notice.
Two hundred fifty invitations issued for Kearney Post No 6 American Legion installation at Legion Hall Franklin Street Jornia November 27 Ruth H Pittsoff Commander elect Ralph M Pasadena and one grandson Herr De Leo with Margaret E Andra man Farnum Porterville California to be installed as president of Kearney Unit
Local group meetings and social events fill a Bristol calendar. Madrigal group and church clubs meet at 8 PM, a first anniversary Mass is set, and sewing and 4-H activities unfold. Births, anniversaries, lectures, and a salvage drive accompany forthcoming holiday programs and dinners.
Bristol County Voiture No. 1188 of the Forty Men and Eight Chevaux held an installation at Kearney Post Home on Tuesday evening with Grand Chef de Gare John B. Tester presiding. James A. Sisson was installed as Chef de Gare, replacing Isaac Buffard. other officers named included Gene L. Richie and Harold B. Wodard. Guest speakers praised child welfare work and plans for a Christmas party for Bristol Home children were announced.
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