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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1953
Page
6
The article advises careful wardrobe planning for school children. It covers dry cleaning needs for coats jackets and rainwear and suggests checking labels for fabric information colorfastness shrinkage control and wear resistance for sweaters made from new fibers.
The school committee discussed a bus driver Balzano accused of danger to children and planned private disciplinary steps. It noted Bristol area routing issues including Metacom Avenue traffic, lack of sidewalks, and the need to adjust runs to ensure on time school arrivals.
The council debated survey valuation bids and noted costs would rise beyond 25000 if certain property types are included. Officials discussed dumping needs, organic matter absence, and a three town review of bus rates. Residents urged action on Serpa’s Dairy smoke nuisance while US Rubber Company stack fixes were reviewed.
Stradling notes a sharp drop in water pumped in a week of 1953 versus 1952 totaling 13 million gallons or about two million gallons daily. He attributes the decline to metered service replacing flat rate. Despite this, town lawns look in excellent condition. He cites eight month rainfall at 12.72 inches, 3.99 inches above normal.
George M. Wilbur and Sons Co announce funeral services may be held from their chapel without extra charge. The notice lists locations at 913 Main St Warren and 8th Street Bristol with telephone numbers for inquiries and arrangements.
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