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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1943
Page
4
A lengthy list names dozens of individuals and families contributing varying amounts to a local fundraising drive. Notable sums include 325, 410, and 500 from multiple donors, with organizations like Defiance Hose Company and Herreshoff Mfg. Co. Employes also contributing, ending with a total of 3019.68.
An August 1943 wartime letter from Edward Belle describes being held at a field for repairs, longing for home, and harsh local conditions. He notes rain turning the field into a river, safety concerns, and a dreary view of local crowds. He expresses homesickness, affection for family, and plans to write soon.
Josephine Troiano transfers land and buildings on Usher Avenue to Jose S Correta et al. Annie A Weaver to Andrea Florenzano et al. covers three Florence Park Plat lots in Bris Town. James J Cavanaugh sells two Beach Terrace lots to Rhoda C Arnold. Grace D H Siegel conveys parcel on the west side of their street to Frank Bruno et al. John D Langello and John Langello exchange Union Street lots with improvements. Minnie H Luther conveys north Gibson Road lot to Minnie H Luther and Beatrice F Beauvais. Back the Attack.
Honor roll entry lists students and contributors including John J Almeida Robert Balfour John F E Beavis Joseph M Borges Earle Cabral John P Cambra William E King John T Medeiros Frank Olivera Clayton E Rash Joseph G Riccio George St Angelo Donald Van Voast Herman W Vermette John A Victoria Joseph V Voltis with no further context or events.
Local events include a Friday rummage sale by the Flower Committee of First Congregational Church at Hope and Bradford on Oct 8. Hi-Y Club Columbus Fyve dance at the YMCA on Oct 11. Altar Society hosts a Second Annual Bridge at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Parish House on Nov 5. Christmas sales and teas are listed for Congregational Club and First Baptist Church activities.
The Probate Court of Bristol Rhode Island admits the Last Will of Josephine M Pevin deceased and approves the executor Franks Pevin with bond. Creditors must file claims at the clerk’s office starting September 24 1943. John W Church Clerk Frank Pevin Executor.
Prescott B. Paull, executor of Eugenia F Paull, presents first and final account in the estate of Eugenia F Paull, deceased, for allowance. The court orders notice published for fourteen days once a week in the Bristol County publication. Proceedings set for October 18, 1943 at 10 oclock in the Probate Court Room.
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