From the match programme:-
"The Committee and Players extend a welcome to Bristol Rugger enthusiasts, and hope all will enjoy many good games during the new season. We are glad to see old members and hope also to make many new friends by the time April 1952 comes around."
"This afternoon our First XV's opening home game of the season is against the outstanding team ot 1950-51, and we know Bristol supporters will give Newport a warm welcome in recognition of their fine record. Reports indicate that the Usksiders will be stronger than ever this season and may be placed in the embarassing position of not knowing which players to leave out."
"At the Annual General Meeting in July it was announced that a member to whom we tender our sincere thanks) was prepared to give £100 to the Club if other members would contribute a similar amount between them. At the moment the contribution list stands at £45, and we are certain there are many present this afternoon who will ensure that this golden opportunity of assisting the Club is not lost."
"The Supporters' Club is arranging a motor-coach trip to Gloucester when Bristol play there on 29th September, and it is hoped this will be well supported so that our team will not lack for vocal encouragement at Kingsholm. Tentative arrangements are for the coaches to leave Anchor Road 1.15 pm., Memorial Ground 1.30 p.m., returning from Gloucester at approximately 7.30 p.m. Reserved Seat Tickets for the match will be provided if required. Those interested should contact Mr. Ellicott at the Ground, or 1 Burghley Road, Bristol, 6 (Phone 44994). It is also hoped to arrange outings to Twickenham (Harlequin) on 3rd November, and Newport on 1st December."
"The collection to-day is in aid of the R.A.F. Associations (Bristol) Benevolent Fund. It is Battle of Britain week and we hope Rugger Folk will support this worthy cause in their usual generous manner."
"We regret it has been found necessary to reduce the size of the programme, but paper and printing costs, like most other things have gone up, and we simply cannot afford to publish the old familiar journal."