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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1941
Page
3
A military unit plans a bayonet drill and outfit adjustments for a September review at Cranston Street Armory led by Lieut. Morris. The piece notes foot gear measurements, ship dates for odd-sized recruits, and calls for cooperation and discipline during drills and inspections.
Brig Gen and Mrs L H Callan announce the engagement of their daughter Rita Barbara to Daniel Joseph Murray of Jamestown and Providence. Rita, alumna of College of New Rochelle and Smith College music, is Cumberland music supervisor. Murray, Georgetown Law 1938 graduate, Rhode Island Bar, DC Bar, heads a Providence practice with Judge Ira Letts.
The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church marks its silver jubilee with a September 7 banquet at the BTA Hall and a concert by the Providence Symphony Orchestra. Police Chief Anthony J. Ferrara is toastmaster and serves as banquet chair. Rev Joseph Sorzana and Rev Emilio Donanzan lead the arrangements with many subcommittees and local officials named.
The article advises amateur photographers to select a picture specialty to add focus and interest. It outlines two advantages: providing direction for mood and subject choice, and creating a cohesive, comparable collection. Examples include sunset photos, informal portraits, nature, pets, table top scenes, sports, landscapes, and flowers.
Bristol Phoenix surveys Herreshoff Farm on Griswold Ave praising its long service to Bristol residents. The dairy highlights raw milk, top sanitation, and a Federal Tested cattle herd with Charles Luther as manager for 30 years and proprietor for four, underscoring reliability and patronage.
Located at 300 Thames St Bristol Luther's Repair Shop has earned public confidence through fully guaranteed service. The shop handles welding of machinery and all metals for autoists farmers garages and the general public.
Bristol dairy Old Orchard Farm Dairy run by John Usher highlights rapid delivery and high quality through modern refrigeration, tuber culin, and blood tested stock. The business emphasizes sanitation and freshness, inviting readers to get acquainted with its products and practices.
The Bristol laundry at 495 Wood St, run by proprietor Mr Federico, is praised for cost saving, reliable methods, and high quality garment cleaning. The public gratefully notes the firm’s good work and satisfactory service amid high prices.
The Sunset Bakery earns praise for clean sanitary methods and high quality ingredients under proprietor Manuel Ribeiro. The piece highlights loyal customers and Manuel Ribeiro's role with local business circles in the regional upbuilding.
Wilson Studio Photographers at 442 Main St Warren advertises a large patronage from Warren Bristol and Barrington. Proprietor Mr. Wilson offers wedding and family groups and children's pictures with prompt courteous service. Formerly A Gagnon. They provide black and white wedding portraits and color wedding films.
E A Skinner stands as a leading underwriter in the region offering robust companies and metropolitan service. He emphasizes availability to clients, assuring no obligation arises from inquiry and pledging patient, informative assistance to patrons.
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