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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1950
Page
2
A humorous bulletin blends a Colorado Agriculture item and Wall Street Journal riffs to define socialism communism fascism nazism new dealism capitalism imperialism and soft pink communism using the two cows moral. It notes the joke aims to amuse readers without slander while poking at government policy.
An established firm in America seeks a friendly man ages 35 to 55 with a car to visit business firms in Eastern Rhode Island. Self-financing for two weeks required. Not a get-rich-quick scheme. commission-based opportunity to build a lasting income. Apply to Kemper-Thomas Company Vice President in Cincinnati Ohio.
Bristol D A V Chapter No 15 schedules an open meeting at Kearney Post American Legion on Franklin Street Friday October 27 1956 at 3 00 pm to discuss World War I and World War II service insurance with Joseph Carnesale regional insurance officer as principal speaker. Residents are invited and arrangements include attendance by a local representative.
About 3000 to 6000 worshipers filled Guiteras Field for Our Lady of Fatima services at St Elizabeth's Church. Rev Henrique Rocha opened with a talk. John Rubba of Providence College gave the sermon. a candle procession led to consecration on the church steps. priests from several area parishes led both Portuguese and English services.
Miss Flora Fusco of 30 Mt Hope Avenue had a pre wedding shower hosted by Mrs Joseph Fusco and Mrs Elvira Capone on Sunday at Midway. She plans to marry Edward Gooding of Riverside on November 18. Girl Scouts Council members met at Mrs Howard House’s home on Bay View Avenue to discuss plans and activities for the coming year. Mrs James Foster and Mrs John Borges attended as leaders. Mrs Henry W Boynton of Upper Longfield left Sunday with her daughter for Hindman Kentucky, stopping in New York City. Mrs Boynton will stay through winter with her daughter, Miss Elizabeth Watts, headmistress of Hindman School.
A reader asks whether hunting is allowed in the 26 national parks. The response notes hunting is not allowed while fishing is usually permitted.
The Knights of Columbus announce a Dinner Dance set for Tuesday evening November 14 at the Midway Steak and Lobster House. Salvatore Massano chairs the arrangements with a large committee including Cavallaro Connors Pinheiro Guida Campagna Vermette Burke Donovan Lowrey Castriotta Ferris Sansone Ingram King Langello McKenna Massano Miranda Ferreira Neone Flynn Belle Finn Travers Gibbermeyer Iasiello Beauvais McHugh Bian suzzo Nunes Burns Jr Parisi Camera Ruggerie Carulli Servant Carvalho Sousa De Felice Vorro Celone Malloy Connery.
The Pyramids of Charity Women’s Club schedules its initial gathering for Tuesday October 24 at 8pm in BTA Hall. President Mrs Nancy Vitello will preside with Vice President Mrs Catherine Atello Treasurer Mrs Olympia Del Toro and Secretary Mrs Ann Cavallara. A year in charity report by Mrs Vasta L Ruggiero will follow after the business meeting. World War I and II service flags from the June 13 Colt Memorial High School ceremony will be displayed. Beatrice Abanante and Nicolleta Ruggiero guide hospitality duties.
Notice to holders of licenses to keep for sale and to sell intoxicating beverages under Rhode Island General Laws expires midnight December 1 1950. Applications for license or renewal must be filed with the Town Clerk by 4 PM Friday October 20 1950. An advertising fee of 200 dollars must accompany each application. By order of Town Council John W Church Town Clerk.
October 19 Rum mage Sale at St Michael's Parish House 10 am under Ivy Guild auspices. October 24 Farbridge at Masonic Temple 8 am Mt Hope Chapter No 23 OES. November 10 Rum mage Sale at Guiteras House 9 30 am Flower Committee First Congregational. November 29 Christmas Sale First Congregational with Nov 30 Dec 1 Bristol Branch Sunshine Society Knights of Columbus Hall 1 30 pm. December 7 Bridgarty Ladies Benevolent Society St Michael's Parish Hall 2 pm. December 13 Christmas decorations Helen Wilson Bristol Garden Club St Michael's Parish House.
The Y M C A Businessman's Club holds its inaugural regular season meeting Wednesday evening. The event features a 7:30 gym workout, 9:30 business session with social, refreshments, and a plan to sponsor a fitness and social program for businessmen. Officers elected include Russ Hawkes president Gus Spece vice president and C C Cirillo secretary treasurer.
Anthony J Nunes was elected president of the Bristol Philatelic Society at Holmes House last Tuesday evening. Carl H Witherill becomes vice president, Guy A Sullivan treasurer, and Miss Jessie Molasky secretary.
Leaves fall and roots stay active into December. Loosen compact soil for better oxygen and water flow, create air channels two to three feet deep if needed, and mulch with leaves. Rake leaves to prevent matting, store plant material for compost, and protect crops with newspapers or sheets on cold nights.
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