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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1942
Page
3
Bristol county led August war bond sales with 84 250 dollars while Warren reached 49 556 25 and Barrington 5 968 75. The county total surpassed the quota of 96 150 by 43 625 and Bristol's August total exceeded July by 45 462 50.
A 12 mile long strip 200 feet wide from Warren through Bristol to Melville is condemned for utility lines by U S District Judge John P Hartigan under the Second War Powers Act. Government will gain a perpetual easement after surveying. full width may not be needed. Condemnation affects many holders including The Narragansett Electric Co and towns of Warren and Bristol with a long list of owners and interests.
Bristol Mfg Corp officials and employees pledged 19400 in war bonds at a rally at Independent Hall. Anthony J. Nunes said about 95 percent of workers were represented and 10 percent of payroll involved. Speakers included company president Smith Jr and vice president William H Smith.
A WNN feature argues that Argentina hosts a large Nazi fifth column with 65 000 members, potentially swelling to over 100 000, backed by armed caches and a hidden command structure. It claims government indifference, pro Nazi cliques in departments, and a fear that invasion could force a quick capitulation.
St Theresa’s Church in Pawtucket filled twice for services honoring Rev Eugene V Hughes pastor for 30 years of priesthood. Rev Edward Hughes conducted the children’s mass and Rev John Marren gave the eulogy describing the loss to bishop and parishioners while praising his friend and dedication.
Bristol Common playground closed Saturday due to lack of funds and supervision. Board chair Hubert F Hill says only a town backed program can make real progress, noting a foundation for next year was laid. Board members include John P Marshall Wesley A Armstrong Leo Cantwell and Orlando Bisbano who may resign to allow full strength next year.
Mary Heaton Vorse recalls Provincetown as home after thirty five years and notes locals’ initial coolness toward outsiders. Ben Lucien Burman describes Free French troops in Miracle on the Congo where quinine tablets are first offered as hospitality, humorously called bonbone by a Frenchman.
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