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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1948
Page
2
A editorial voices deep GOP unhappiness across states from Rhode Island to California. It argues aging leaders must step aside, or risk losing younger and independent voters who may defect or back the lesser of two evils. It urges house cleaning to spark a fresh start and renewed loyalty.
A brief note mentions Apeciny es Brisil and nearby areas with general interest to all readers. The fragmentary text provides no clear event or date but signals regional relevance.
The item lists church meetings and lodge gatherings for tomorrow and upcoming dates including St Alban's F A M, GAR Hall, and Bristol Knights of Columbus. It mentions a silver wedding anniversary at 1027 Hope Street Bristol, a fire on Oliver Street, a Christmas sale, a Miss Isabel Ferreira shower, an all day missionary meeting with basket lunches, and births and appointments in local organizations. Also noted are a Bristol Council talk by Charles McAlevy, an exhibit by marine artist George Gale at Barrington Library, and Connecticut College student Mary Lee Cantwell’s appointment.
The Innocent Cause is praised as a readable novel by Caslon Press author Josephine Knowlton. It follows Rose a young woman whose life is threatened by gossip and misfortune as she seeks happiness and love despite two failed marriages and harsh social judgment.
Miss Edith May La Bree daughter of Mrs Frank La Bree of Cranston married Claude Henry Hazledine of Gibson Road in a ceremony at Plymouth Union Congregational Church Providence. Attendants were Mrs Ethel Farnum O'Brien and John R Watson. A reception followed at the La Bree home and the couple planned a New York trip before settling in Bristol. Miss La Bree heads the Home Economics Department at Hope High School Providence. Mr Hazledine is an official of Meiklejohn Company Providence.
One hundred fifteen youngsters joined a full twelve hour YMCA Playday with basketball lanterns ping pong and shuffleboard plus a boys basketball final where Bristol Packers edged Bristol Gars 40-39. Anthony E Agatiello awarded certificates and medals. Georgia Amaral excelled in shuffleboard and Pasquale Abruzzi won the checkers title.
Two ceremonies at the Church of the Holy Angels highlight a weekend of films for local youths. The Morra-Bergstrom wedding followed a Mass and reception at Midway Steakhouse. Post-ceremony plans include more cinema and life-skill programs next Saturday featuring motion pictures on safety, swimming, and notable personalities.
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