After 205 Years, R.I.-Based Providence Washington to Close Its Doors

East News • June 1, 2004

Is this not another example of the “Walmart-ing of America”? Do you remember major companies like INA, AETNA, Commercial Union, the Home and Wassau? How about Rhode Island companies like American Universal, Narraganset Bay, Pawtucket Mutual, and now add Providence Washington. Which companies will be left in another 20 years?

— Dennis Charland, Warwick, R.I.