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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1950
Page
4
The Bristol Boy Scout Bugle and Drum Corps meets for instruction at 7 15 p m in Scout Hall with new recruits at 6 30 p m. Plans for Armistice Day and the holiday season will be discussed. The corps will join the local masquerade parade on Halloween night October 31 and may parade on Armistice Day November 11.
Scouts met in Scout Hall for instruction on Indian costumes led by Rogar Pereira and basic dancing steps. Assistant Scoutmaster Manuel Torres Jr demonstrated Morse code usage in scouting. Pfc. John D. Sylvester, wounded in Korea, visited on leave from Walter Reed Hospital as the Tomahawk patrol earned honor status for the evening.
Delegates from Bristol attend a four day convention with leaders including Gov. Pastore and Rep. District candidates Joseph Edmon ds and Marguerite Walsh. A Boston College choir concert highlighted the event as resolutions support Korea policy UN inclusion for Italy and a future MacArthur merit certificate were discussed.
Miss Virginia Lastoria, daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael Lastoria of Warren addresses, becomes bride of Herbert De Leo of Bristol at St Alexander's Church Warren. Ceremony led by Rev Sabatino Innetta with Anthony Lastoria presenting. gown ice blue satin and chantilly lace. Reception at White Rail Riding Club Bristol. They will reside at 314 Metacom Avenue after a California trip.
Funeral services were held for Leon E McCaw 57 proprietor of McCaws Grocery on High Street at St Michael's Church. Canon Daniel K Davis officiated. Bearers were past masters of St Albans Lodge F A M led by Capt Paul Herzig. Ushers were Lodge members. Burial followed at North Burial Ground.
Editorial argues breakfast should be a daily one fourth to one third of total intake. It cites studies showing breakfast eaters are more alert and efficient, lists simple energizing options, and notes modern packaging makes prep quick. Bristol District Nursing Association sponsors the column.
Banquet and program committees listed with co chairs, chiefs, and members. Co chairmen include Robert B Suzman George Salmon Anthony Mass ano E Hugh Holmes and David Ferris. Program Committee led by Anthony J Ferrara with Joseph Calvallaro and Joseph Campanella. Honorary Committee includes Frederick Serbst Joseph Novach Ralph De Felice Joseph G A Riccio Anthony J Nunes Frank J Silvia Henry Street Joseph Farrall and local town officials.
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