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Newspaper
Acton Enterprise
Location
Acton, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1936
Page
4
Primitive OCR fragment lists subscription rates for Concord Sudbury Acton Bedford and other towns. Mentions Marlboro and Liberty Street with postal matter date 1903. Includes post office notice under law and carriers.
Officials push for nationwide trailer rules covering speed weight and lighting to prevent traffic hazards from heavy improvised and commercial trailers. Uniform standards across states are seen as needed though agreement on identical rules may be difficult.
Cold spell coats protected waters with ice inviting skaters to venture out. Some ice lies too thin to bear weight, risking drowning on larger waters and a heavy spill on shallow ponds. Wait a few more days of low temperatures before skating.
Authorities warn of an imminent housing shortage raising real estate demand especially for small homes. Some would-be sellers seek sales on a substantial basis beyond ten dollars down with rent collected. A young aspiring politician questions if scholarships are offered by the electoral college. An aviator crosses the Atlantic in a dinner coat, a milestone likely unseen before by anyone besides a moth.
The piece notes deep unease in Britain over King Edward VIII seeking to marry an American divorcee. It highlights constitutional limits on royal authority, opposition from Baldwin’s government and the church, and the tension between private royal life and imperial succession. The author warns the clash endangers loyalty and empire unity.
A reflective piece contrasts children’s longing for toyland with lessons on balanced play and maturity. It notes that excess toys can hinder learning and praises parental guidance to steer children toward healthy fascination and growth. The paragraph also references Governor-elect Furley’s Beacon Hill plan and General Cole’s prior nomination loss, ending with a quip about Postmaster General Farley kissing the Blarney Stone.
In eastern Inner Mongolia a fish return ritual emerged. Chinese fishers catch vast numbers, keep them alive, and sell to Mongols who feed merit by releasing the fish back into the lake, following a religious taboo on catching fish.
Dear a generous girl with a big doll learns sharing beats owning the finest toy. She trades the doll for a poorer child’s first Christmas gift, then explains her wish to give joy to another. Her mother guides her to see true happiness lies in giving. Western Newspaper Union.
Holland children recall St Nicholas as a kind Spanish bishop who visited long ago on December 5 and has since returned each year to fill wooden shoes with gifts. They leave carrots or hay for his horse as thanks.
The Dutch Elm disease committee announces a fund appeal to combat the fungus that threatens New England elms. Led by William O P Whartemoo f Groton and Charles Francis Adams, the campaign seeks at least 2000 to continue work. only 3200 has been received to date. Contributions can be sent to Adams at State Street Trust Boston or to the Massachusetts Forest and Park Association at 3 Joy Street Boston.
Sudbury residents gather at Concord road home of Mrs Melvin Guptill for a morning meeting of the Sudbury Women's Reading Club. Edward Buxton, father of Jean Buxton, died suddenly last week in New London. Funeral services were held at the home of his brother Philip Buxton in Worcester.
The recount of votes for Lieut Governor held in the Selectmen's rooms last week showed a gain of one vote for Francis E. Kelly. Board of Registrars officials Town Clerk Frank F. Gerry Mrs Anne Buxton R. B. Hill and Henry N. Page led the process with observers for Kelly and Saltonstall present.
A West End correspondent writes warmly about Frank Sanderson, praising his integrity, leadership as a bank president and town clerk, church dedication, impartial election supervision, and deep love for Maynard, ending with a note from Harriman Court.
Warren Elmore and his partner Peter feud over a quarrel at Grant's store but the Christmas carol concert sways him. The mood lifts as he joins shoppers singing O Little Town of Bethlehem Adeste Fideles and Silent Night, and he buys six pairs of hose for Muriel, mending a rift.
The article advises keeping a Christmas tree in water from the moment it enters the house and throughout its display. Replacing evaporation as needed helps keep the tree green for about a week longer. Trim the base with care to avoid sealing pores. Spruce and fir hold needles longer than other species.
ACION friends of Mrs Daniel MacMillan who has been ill will be pleased to learn she is recovering J W Livermore is recuperating from his recent illness at the Crawford House in Boston The regular monthly meeting of the Woman's Church Aid was held at the local church on Tuesday afternoon A pleasant afternoon was spent socially A Christmas tree in holiday colors with small gifts for each of the ladies was one feature of the afternoon
The text urges readers to embrace the Christmas story from Luke and Matthew, celebrating the birth of Christ and the peace and joy it brings. It cites Dickens as inspiration and calls on readers to share the season’s goodness with others.
South Sudbury residents Mr and Mrs Harry Bergholtz returned home to Manchester Illinois after an accident on Thanksgiving morning. The note mentions church supper changes at Memorial Church and Christmas music rehearsals. Also referenced are winter plans for Miss Billa Hill and Fred Goodnow and a Boy Scout Cubs hike after school.
Burton Coughlan of the Peoples Theatre plans to film local highlights around Maynard for a screen showing at the Peoples. Camera crews will be in town today and tomorrow for potential clips of Myrna Lou or Clarke Gable lookalikes. Shots expected all over town including mill gates schools streets stores with a showing hoped for Saturday and merchants aiding the production.
Local radios carried WAAB on Monday afternoon as the Emerson Junior High School Radio Club presented Damon and Pythias by Joseph Egan. The Juniors earned commendations from listeners with performers Catherine King Jennie Mariani Leong Arciszewski Frank Riley Patsy Mauro Walter Kitowicz William Lesage Charles Fouratt James Maglione Harvey Dwinell Robert Johnson and faculty director Miss Catherine Buariteau.
At the J A A O H weekly whist party Eva Morrell won multiple prizes along with Emma Lerer Reba Bachrach Linia Walsh Susie Sheehan Bertha Fearns Elizabeth Reid Gertrude Tucker Sara Bell White Julia White Alice Murphy Catherine Briteau Mrs Tibbets and Sadie King received awards in Maynard.
The VFW Auxiliary weekly whist party at VFW headquarters drew a large turnout. Louise Comeau won the door prize while prizes for whist went to Lena Franklin Anna Dora William Wasutk Laina Walsh Catherine Hayward Alphonse Tamalevich Margaret Claflin Sophie Dora Mrs Adams Linnia Hogdon Mrs L B Roberts and Mary Murray. Bingo prizes went to Ernest Johnson Henrietta Bamford Addie Wolfe Margaret Claflin Linnia Walsh and Ann Dora. Another party is planned for Friday night.
The text notes Emcke's comet completes a solar loop about every three years, far faster than others that take thousands of years. Donati's comet last appeared in 1858 and is predicted to return in 3808.
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