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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1951
Page
3
The United States Air Force consumed more than 150 million gallons of fuel from the start of the conflict to April 1991. Each 50 caliber machine gun bullet fired in Korea reportedly required almost two gallons of fuel from the oil industry.
Bristol Colts improved to five wins and no losses after defeating the Quincy Manets 19 to 6 at Pierce Stadium in East Providence before 2100 fans. Jarring Jack Zegger scored twice on a 15 yard run and a 55 yard catch and run, with Arnie Green adding a five yard TD.
Two 11 year old boys Thomas Vendituoli and Nicholas DiCianni were welcomed into the First Bristol Troop Boy Scouts of America with badges presented by Scoutmaster George R Fish. The Panther patrol led with 24 points, Mohawks had 23 and Pioneers 18. Plans were made for a Halloween costume party at Scout Hall next Monday with prizes for best original and funniest outfits. A scoutcraft hike is set for Thursday, weather permitting, under Assistant Scoutmaster John B Sylvester and patrol leader Anthony Nastri.
At the first meeting 18 members attended with newcomers Max Phenes Dr Maynard Shusman and August Gibbemeyer. The club kept the meeting night on Wednesday after a vote. A Father and Son Night during National YMCA Week November 11 to 18 was approved with Ben Hazen chairman and Joseph Securo and C C Cirillo named to arrange. Members without a son must adopt one for the evening. Refreshments were served and a volleyball session followed. The Senior Tri Hy Girls Club held a successful dance last Saturday open to high school girls.
A health column from the Bristol District Nursing Association promotes annual chest X-rays to detect tuberculosis early. It explains how TB can strike anyone and that early detection via X rays improves cure chances and could help stamp out TB nationwide.
Michael Del Piano of 686 Hope Street reports from Mexico City that he attends a unique American style liberal arts college in Latin America. The institution teaches standard courses in English while students learn Spanish and local culture. Del Piano notes bilingual study, language immersion, and that he is a Colt Memorial High School graduate with Coast Guard service.
The government mandates 10,000 boys and girls undergo six months of vocational training to boost coal production and qualify for full miners' wages afterward.
Colt Memorial High defeats Lockwood High 13 to 0 at Guiteras Field. Alfred Costa and George Medieros scored the touchdowns, with strong defensive play from Bill Enos. Colt holds a 4–0 record while facing Burtville, East Greenwich, Warren, and Barrington in upcoming grudge games.
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