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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1948
Page
3
Colt High defeated South Kingston 7 to 0 as Fojo starred with a 40 yard return after an interception and a late rushing score. South Kingston's defense held in the second half but failed to complete a pass, while Colts improved pass defense limited Kingston.
Entries for the Army Long Contest must be submitted by November 15 to First Army Headquarters Governors Island New York. The event seeks the official Army Song with prizes including a $1000 Savings Bond first prize and a series of smaller awards. Entry blanks and rules are available from the Special Services Officer at Governors Island or by telephone.
The Navy outlines its College Training Program exam date December 11 1948 open to high school seniors and graduates ages 17 to 21. About 2350 students will be admitted with tuition books and fees paid, reserve pay of 50 a month, and potential commissioning as officers after four years with a two year active service requirement.
Public notice explains IRS rules for home wine production for family use. File Form 1541 in duplicate at least five days before starting. registration allows up to 200 gallons per year beginning July 1. Wine must stay on premises, for immediate family only, not sold or shared with others, or penalties and seizure apply. Forms available via District Supervisor Boston. Bristol High School principal John L. Burke serves as local civilian rep for details. Political Advertisement.
A writer tours the Arnold Arboretum near Boston, noting Harvard ties, a 6000-species collection, and Dr. Donald Wyman's work. The piece praises Lombardy poplars, upright maples, color sports, and Dr Sax hybrid cherries, with prospects for future trades and landscaping uses.
The Democratic Party presents Daniel G. Coggeshall, Bristol veteran public servant, for re election to the State Senate after six years of service. His record includes roles on the School Committee Postmaster Fire Chief and Tax Assessors Board. He has long shaped community life and remains trusted by Bristolians.
The Rhode Island Department of Civil Service announced open competitive and promotional exams for eight classes including Senior Social Worker and Institution Staff Nurse. Closing dates are November 5 and November 19 1948. Applications available at the Rhode Island State Office Building Providence and at the Department of Civil Service. The notice lists job qualifications and nationwide openings. Funeral service for Walter Kerr 64 Bristol man noted for public service is reported, with burial at St. Mary Cemetery and a Requiem Mass.
The funeral for Mrs Mary J Travers Medeiros 54 who died Wednesday was held Saturday at 9 80 from her home at 18 Rock Street. A requiem Mass occurred at St Elizabeths Church and burial followed in St Marys Cemetery with bearers Frank Sousa Jesse Rebello Joseph Santos John Garcia and Arthur Texeira.
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