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A 1 1 I 1 BRISTOL VIRCINIA-TENNESSEAN THURSDAY AUGUST 18 1955 Argentina Warned Against Demonstrations BUENOS AIRES (IKS) Uh-tf! easy Argentina was under warn lng today that the government will deal atemly -with anyone taking part in public demonstrations against the regime of President Juan Peron- The warning follbwed two new anti-Peron outbreaks yesterday in Buenoa Aires which were broken up by black-jack wielding police tear gaa and fire hoses Minister of the- Interior Oscar Albrieu called a special news conference last night and blamed the disturbances on gangs of Souths who he said were incited by priests" and opposition party leaders Albrieu said 64 persons were arrested riots including 13 youths and he warned parents that from now young rioters would not be let off easily He accused Roman Catholic priest of fomenting much of the anti-Peron activities and warned they would be prosecuted to the full extent of the law if they did not stop He said the priests were acting as individuals adding that he was ready to turn over their names and transcripts of their subversive sermons to church authorities -Albrieu said the Peronista Party had re-entered Jhe political struggle because opposition parties had broken tire truce requested by Peron added however that this did not mean the government had abandoned its efforts to pacify the country Albrieu accused the opposition parties of "breeding by disregarding the truce" Both disturbances yesterday were touched off by anti-govem- ment groups attempting to font demonstrations marking the 105th anniversary of Argentine liberator Jose De San Martin R-R-R-R-RUFF the only word for tho nation all-' sling weather and thia Cleveland Ohio pooch la as dry aa tha bark on a dogwood all tho way doVn aa ha showing you Hopi quench that thirst with a glass and mayba follow it up with a growler -r Men's Dept First Floor 1 SALE! Of lii Group 40 Woolf 60' Rayon GABARDINE SLACKS This is a nice weight ma-f terial that can be worn from v' the early fall on through the" winter months Crease resist ant finish Selection of colors' including Charcoal Grey Light Grey Tan Light Blue Brown- Dark Blue All First Quality Regular 895 Values (Men's First Floor) 18-Year-Old PHeld To Grand Jury Ini Killing 1 4 i 1 f' V' lOOV Docron 1 I CURTAINS Priscilla Style No Ironing necessary All white 48 inches wide SI and inches long it a''? -A (Second Floor): Ms every ccriosr frea fc? OUR OWN "HEIRESS" fINS) Henry Matthews IS of Detroit was recommended held -to the grand Jury on a charge of murder today by a Cook County Jury Investigating the strangle-death of Joan Pushis 17 of Chicago The girl was raped and stran- (led as she was leaving a dance eld by Battery A 734th Anti-Aircraft Battalion in Calumet Park last Aug 6 Police said Matthews confessed the crime after a lie detector test and said he had been drinking beer sold at the dance in the I Jl APVeWTiaSMRNT FOR ATHLETES FOOT Use T-4-L for I to 6 days Watch tho old tsinlsd skin slottga off leaving healthy hardy akin 111 not pleased with powerful isuiasi-pl drying T-4-Lyouf 40c back at anyl drug store Today at Bunting' ft Son S-T-R-E-T-C-H 1IYL0NS No wonder smart women everywhere have fallen in love with our stretch nylons from the very first pair! The fit's knit right in they sag' stretch out of shape no matter how active your day! Gaiety Blonette dark seams too! 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Bristol Virginia-Tennessean from Bristol, Virginia (2024)

FAQs

What city lies in both Virginia and Tennessee? ›

Location. Strategically situated in the southeastern United States, Bristol Tennessee-Virginia is a twin city located directly on the Tennessee-Virginia state line.

Which town is half in Virginia and half in Tennessee? ›

If you can't afford a trip to the Four Corners area of the American Southwest where four states come together, save yourself a bundle by coming to the Cities of Bristol, in Tennessee and Virginia, two hours north of Knoxville Tennessee up Interstate-81.

Is Bristol in Tennessee or Virginia? ›

Bristol is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 17,219. It is the twin city of Bristol, Tennessee, just across the state line, which runs down the middle of its main street, State Street.

Is Bristol VA a good place to live? ›

Living in Bristol offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Bristol there are a lot of parks. Many families, young professionals, and retirees live in Bristol. The public schools in Bristol are above average.

What town in Tennessee is closest to Virginia? ›

It is the twin city of Bristol, Virginia, which lies directly across the state line between Tennessee and Virginia. The boundary between the two cities is also the state line, which runs along State Street in their common downtown district.

What three states meet Tennessee? ›

Tri-State Peak is a mountain located in the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, near the "saddle" of the gap. It gets its name from being on the tripoint of the state of Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia.

What is the ethnicity of Bristol Virginia? ›

Bristol Demographics

White: 87.41% Black or African American: 6.26% Two or more races: 5.03% Other race: 1%

Why is Bristol called Bristol? ›

Bristol grew up in Saxon times at the confluence of the rivers Avon and Frome. A bridge, probably of wood, was built across the Avon and the settlement was known as Brigstow. The local dialect caused an 'L' to be added to the end of this - hence Bristol.

Is Bristol Tennessee a cheap place to live? ›

Economy: The cost of living in Bristol is quite affordable. It is lower than the U.S. average by quite a bit, and low even compared to the rest of Tennessee.

Is it expensive to live in Bristol? ›

Bristol has been listed as one of the most expensive places across the whole of the UK to rent and get on the property ladder. Rightmove found that the average asking price for a first-time buyer-type property with two bedrooms or fewer in Bristol was £280,112.

Why is Bristol so popular to live? ›

Recognised worldwide for marching to its own beat, Bristol is the UK's only European Green Capital, it's been voted the best place to live outside of London if you are under 26, it's consistently listed in The Times Best Places to Live in the UK, was the UK's first cycling city and one of the best cities in the world ...

What is the quality of life in Bristol Tennessee? ›

Bristol is in Sullivan County and is one of the best places to live in Tennessee. Living in Bristol offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Bristol and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Bristol are highly rated.

Where do Virginia and Tennessee meet? ›

The story of the first doorway to the west is at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, located where the borders of Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia meet.

What city is in two states? ›

Cities in Two States
RankCityStates
1BristolArkansas, Tennessee
2TexarkanaArkansas, Texas
3TexhomaOklahoma, Texas
4Union CityIndiana, Ohio
May 21, 2019

What part of Virginia borders Tennessee? ›

A Southern-friendly city straddling the Virginia/Tennessee boundary, Bristol is a quirky place blessed with interesting history influenced by both sides of its State Street borderline.

What street divides Tennessee and Virginia? ›

The state line separating Virginia and Tennessee corresponds with the center line of State Street.

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