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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1949
Page
3
The corps of scouts traveled nine hours by bus to Philadelphia and reached the Central Y at Arch Street. They settled into quarters, swam in the pool, enjoyed a meal, and planned to explore the city before rising early for the National Convention.
Bristol defeats Warren 9 to 7 as Maisano, Pansa and Vollaro lead with multiple hits. Henneberry and Barrett top the Warren lineup with solid contact, while Bristol pitchers Alves Malloy and Barrett combine for the win amidst errors and stolen bases.
Lost or destroyed pass book number 32736 issued by Industrial Trust Co Bristol Branch Participation Department. Return to bank. Payment stopped and application filed for a duplicate book as provided by law.
A three member committee led by Werner Follin reviews the Mt Hope Bay dump proposal and its salt spray method amid resident concerns. The council orders monthly building inspector reports and discusses repairs, street name changes, and a tag day for the American Legion baseball team.
Dr Ramos plans to contact BBCA members to gauge support for pay-as-you-park meters as an alternative. They will attend the planning board meeting on Friday Sept 23 and review data with Kunz and Suzman. The board also moved to accept four street name changes and acted on plat submissions including Nunes Subdivision D Lot 4, Brookside Plat replat, and Cedarcrest Shores sections B and C.
The Rev Thomas J Gillan Division Ancient Order of Hibernians held its first annual outing and clambake at Colt Farm on Sunday afternoon with about 175 attendees. State president Hugh Strain and state organizer Michael Sweeney attended. Chowder and clamcakes served at 1 pm and the bake at 4 pm. A sports program featured Frank Murphy's team beating Danny Goggin nine 10 to 3. Players on Murphy team included Johnny Andrade Vin Santa Francis Seyer Dick McSweeney Jack Brennan Bob Bottomley Frank Murphy Jack Connery Jim Connery Mike Sweeney Charlie Callan Tom Goff and Steve Kennedy. Goggin team members included Ball Baker Art Jordan John Meehan John Goggin Bob McHugh Bill Byrnes Jim Bottomley Danny Goggin Mike Flynn and Jim Flynn. Umpire was Hugh Strain.
Colt Memorial football team defeated Aldrich 19 to 0 in a 15 minute Round Robin at Cranston Stadium. Lou Margo starred as Colt back. Next, Colt travels to Rogers High in Newport for a non league game at 8 15 Friday night.
The Independents secured a fourth consecutive Men's Softball League title after a forfeit caused by Boccia Club attempts to halt play. They also won the playoff series for the second year running, earning permanent possession of the Riccio trophy.
The First Bristol Troop held an informal Scout Hall gathering with senior and junior members. Plans were laid for the Fall Roundup on September 26 and the first fall board of review on September 20. Merit badge and advancement applications were handed out. candidates must contact secretary George R. Fish.
The Narrows Improvement group signed 123 petitions as Councilman Benard said the council will consider the road condition. Dr Clark and councilors ended a dispute on the Burnside Memorial Building steps, while Scouts plan reorganizing, more recruits, and Halloween events. Drum Corps rehearsal and a townwide waste paper drive are announced for upcoming weeks.
The Mt Hope Eastern Star Chapter hosts its annual bridge event on Monday October 24. Proceeds support chapter activities and community projects.
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