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Newspaper

Acton Enterprise

Location

Acton, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1931

Page

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Trinitarian Church Holds Annual Meeting

The Trinitarian Congregational Church held its annual meeting on Wednesday evening. Voted to appoint six deacons and a life-term six-member standing committee while electing Deacon Petereson to similar honors. The church council was discontinued. debt on the new church building reduced to about 24,000 with 140,000 spent on construction.

Sree Ees Allnusal Cuurci Yeou R. Foss Life Weacon Byeilyassii Suduy Luguly Wedel Las Petereson Toring Alu Vuv Thanas Gary Thomas ‘Todd Charles H. Yowie Gan Ciemnd Cyrus Richardson Frederick B. Richards Thomas Todd Charles R. Borland R. Howard Theodore Jeneet Wallace B. Conant Usselt Davis Charles H. Towle Harrison J. Barrett W. Edward Lamb Leon F. Foss Alexander St. Macleod Oscar EK. Teckvuin George D. Hallett John R. Hinton Andrew Peterson Henry P. Thorpe Wallace B. Conan Theodore Jensen Earl H. Parks William Wadsworth Eliot R. Howard Charles H. Towie George Loring Thurlow George W. Towle

Clothing Will Be Gratefully Received Here Maynard

Maynard Citizens committee asks for used clothing including underwear shoes and stockings in wearable condition. Donors may contact committee members Janes A. Coughlan chairman Rev Matthew Vance secretary Harold Morgan treasurer Harry Templeton Allan Hall B J Coughlin and Paul Hilander for collection and distribution assistance.

Maynard Maynard Citizens Committee Janes A. Coughlan Mathew Vance Harold Morgan Harry Templeton Allan Hall B. J. Coughlin Paul Hilander

Southerner Here Coasted For First Time

Maynard Mrs Reginald Sawyer a Southern girl born in Tennessee enjoyed coast ing during the week with a party at the Maynard Country Club She described the New England winter sport as a delightful thrilling activity Mrs Sawyer and her husband both hold degrees as physical instructors and she studied in Washington New York and Chicago

Maynard Reginald Sawyer Tennessee Maynard Country Club Sawyer New England

Concord Musical Club Hosts Annual Open Meeting

The Concord Musical Club held the season’s first open meeting in the vestry of the First Parish Meeting House. Guest artist Miss Ethel Hutchinson, pupil of Heinrich Geblard, performed two sets and Chopin’s Black Key Etude as encore.

Concord Concord Musical Ciub Ethel Hutchingon Heinrich Geblard Hoston Chopin Charles E. Brown Miss Rose Frances Beverlin Ruth Westman Lincoln Marian A. Sharker Elizabeth Darling Alfred M. Uhler Uhler Samuel Merwin Marion Mansfield Allen Lgeench Henry Thorpe Walter Viaile David Fawkings Maryin Taylor Frederick S$. Millett Hlans W. Miller Louis Showr Eliza Macquarrie George Muirhead

The Strollers at West Concord Village Hall

The West Concord Village Improvement Society presents The Strollers a mixed program of plays music and readings directed by Sarah M Powers at 8 15 Friday February in Association hall. Featured are Sarah M Powers Edward Hale Mima St Cahulla Elizabeth Hoxie Florence Smith and Richard H Bird in a blend of stage and concert pieces.

West Concord Edward Hale Ziegffeld Ielen Morgan Boston Elizabeth Hoxie Ms. G. Clive Copley Theatre Florence Smith Richard H Bird

Rainbow Auction Draws Big Crowds In Waltham Hall

A Rainbow Money auction at Waltham St hall drew a packed crowd with entertainment by Rainbow minstrels. Bidding ran high for items including a radio from MacPherson store at 700 Rainbow money and another at 300 Rainbow money. Certificates for the Pot of Gold next month sparked further action as societies sought to claim them.

Waltham St Rainbow Minstrels MacPherson

Maynard Public Health Association Meets at High School

The annual Maynard Public Health Association session chaired by Mrs. Geo. H. Creighton reported a rise in calls by nurse Miss Mary Ward in 1930. Totals included 2067 calls, 368 patient visits, 241 free nursing visits, and 221 babies weighed.

Maynard Maynard Public Health Association Geo. H. Creighton Mary Ward Charles Walker Alfred Kott Joseph Schnab Association Joan Hancock

Concord High School annual play The Romantic Young Lady

Concord High School presents The Romantic Young Lady as this year’s annual play. Veteran cast members and a strong student crew bring a love story to life with humor and polished acting. The production, directed by Miss Rideout, features Rosario, Dona Barbarita, Maria Pepa, and supporting roles, with Henry Hall and Miss Helen Reed guiding stage and technical work. National Drama Week runs Feb 8–14, with Educat ynel Dramatics Day on Friday the 13th.

Concord Concord High School Fev. le Veterans Miss Rideout W. Ibdward Lamb Margaret Williams Hans W. Miller Henry D. Hall Helen Reed Educat Ynel Dramatics Tay

Death Toll Rises After North Island Disaster

Reports from Wellington indicate Tuesday’s North Island catastrophe claims about 610 lives with Napier area police estimating 500 dead. Hastings toll near 100 with 54 bodies recovered and many more missing. Only 11 Napier bodies identified. survivors buried. aid from Wellington and Auckland en route. Salvation Army aids destitute families.

Wellington North Island Hastings Napier Green Meadows Aucekland Salvation Army

De Molay Anniversary Celebration at Masonic Hall

De Molay marks fifth anniversary with a Parents Night at the Masonic Hall. Guests included Peantharmond and Wile of Ayer. George Tucker presided as installing officer with staff Moore Mac Kensie Neon Fiske Partin New officers Ralph Smith Weaving Chickerin Gutterness Freneu Nearton Farrar Graham Foster Miller and others. A farewell honor to 13 members and merit medals to Tucker Herrick Lutto Carletin were presented along with an emblem bookmark and an advisor medalion for the chapter. Entertainment featured out of town talent.

D. Wikson Chiayter Ty de Molay Ouseiveet Tts Nagat Poe Masonic Hall Peantharmond Wile of Ayer Mr. Elaredie Aetes Lew Umeers George Tucker Frederick R. Moore J. M. MacKensie Orest Neon W.L. Fiske Robert Partin Ralph Smith George Weaving Janior Jamerson Chickerin George Gutteridge Alun Freneu Mark Nearton James Farrar Henry Graham Albert Foster Hugh Miller Richard Herrick Kauso Lutto Edwin Carl

War trophies attract attention display at Maynard Post

Maynard Post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars shows World War equipment at Tod King store on Nissen Street. The collection includes a German machine gun a captured French sword a 87 millimeter gun and other items from the nations in the war to boost a membership drive. Key leaders listed include Charles Laker senior officers Magloire Lesage Harold Phison David Hubted John Peterson Ernest Johnson and James Cheney.

Maynard Maynard Tod King Nissen Street Ie Freneh Isto Maynard Post Charles Laker Magloire Lesage Harold Phinson Jiroor David Hubted John Peterson Ernest Johnson James Cheney

Kilmer Circle Whist Event Honors Local Players

Kilmer Circle whist night at Grace Sweeney's home drew about forty tables. First ladies prize went to Mrs Philip Allard second to Vins frank S Fearns third to Mrs William Quinn and consolation to Mrs Mary Cameron. Men’s winners were James Whalen first William Quinn second Jenny Lynch third with consolation to Joseph Kater. Further honors to Mrs Aimy Brayde and Mrs Dwyer of Acton. The fourth series will be held at Mrs David Sharpe on Walton Street next Monday.

Mesnard Kilmer Circle Grace Sweeney de Cirele Philip Allard Vins Frank S. Fearns Willam Quinn Mary Cameron James Whalen William Quinn Jenny Lynch

Stolen Buick 1S Recovered in Boston Case

Samuel Lerer, of Maynard, reported his Buick stolen in Boston Sunday night. Attorney Charles Lerer moved the car to Harrison Avenue for a theatre outing with sister Reba. The grey vehicle was later recovered by authorities.

Maynard Samuel Lerer Boston Atty Charles Lerer Harrison Avenue Reba Pias

Show Pictures By New System At Peoples Theatre

Maynard presents The Right to Love the first film shot with the new Western Electric noiseless recording system. It will be shown Friday and Saturday at the Peoples Theatre alongside future Western Electric productions with engineers onsite adjusting equipment for perfect sound.

Maynard Western Electric Peoples Theatre

Sudbury Voters May Register

Sudbury Board of Registrars will be at the Goodnow Library Building on Saturday from 7 to 9 PM and at the Branch Library in First Parish on Saturday from 7 to 9 PM. The board will also be at the library on Wednesday noon to 10 PM, when registration for the annual election will close.

Sudbury

Maynard Clovertea Girl Scout Troop Meeting Notes

The Owl patrol elected Towra Merrill Levner and Anna Fayton as corporal. Patrols Wik and Bagie created new banners displayed at the last meeting. A folk dancing class met Friday afternoons and plans for a stor awards event were announced. Lape ida oh.

Maynard- Clovertea Tree George Clampagne Owl Patrol Towra Merrill Levner Anna Fayton

Spirit and school sports unity shine at Concord banquet

A large Concord event celebrated school spirit with a turkey dinner by Grattan of Wakefield. Edward Loughlin acted as toastmaster as Warren Goddard, James Knox, Wells Hall and others praised athletics and financial backing for Concord High School teams.

Aperil Laethead Baigit Atailiuts Wee Glass Ag Yvelyuel Mullally Lita Alu Wai Valiova Scivutor Sports Therlby Hopi Miia Nave Aevotea Adiu Lilev Nata Landrea Grattan Wakefield Edward F. Loughlin Harvard Concord Eddie Can Julia Dee Loughlin Warren B. Goddard James Knox Wells A. Hall Concord High School Cizens Loughton Robert F. Foster Middlesex School Wendell P. Raymond

Church Folk Are Willing to Consider New Sudbury Town Hall

At a meeting of the First Parish of Sudbury on March 17 1980 the men signified willingness to consider erecting a new town hall on or near the former site. If the location is chosen the parish seeks plans engravings and parking layout.

Sudbury Pirst Parisi

Young Maynard Woman's First Rail Ride Noted

A 21 year old Maynard resident had her first ride on a railroad coach this week, marking a shift from autos and buses. The event reflects a trend where several locals, many aged around her, have not ridden a train in years, highlighting a generational gap in rail travel.

Maynard Ward Maynard

Batchelder Declines Board Candidacy

John T. Batchelder of South Sudbury declines to have his name appear as a candidate for the town board. He states he will not seek election this cycle.

John T. Batchelder South Sudbury

Maynard Campaign Turbulence Leads to Heated Caucus

Maynard voters brace for Monday election as the town political campaign heats up with recounts fueling rival claims. Candidates claim bullet style tactics and call for reforms. Sunday motion picture referendum questions spark further mobilization among residents and officials.

Dieta Toca Aly Caumpalin Bulleting Harmony Maynard Betta

Death of Acton resident W H Kinsle noted for public service

W H Kinsle died at home after an illness of short duration. He served as a road contractor and town official in Acton, including selectman and grand officer of local fraternal orders. Survived by wife and brother John, with religious services held at Congregational Church.

Kinsley S&s Adom Whitkeley Acton Arvana Hie Mrasi Wilkétsles John Pita Gcelelery

Margaret Winsturd Memorial Service and Burial

Mrs Margaret Winsturd of Fox Street Dorchester had a solemn requiem at Peters Church, Dorchester, with burial at St Bridget's Masnard. She is survived by her husband and daughter Louise, two brothers John Tobin and Thiumey Fowler, and John Beavie Chester with brothers in Newfoundland.

Upward Shift Sparks Local Industry Hopes

Fragmented notes suggest a planned upgrade at the Maynard mill aims to boost production and revive local business. Community whispers claim improvement from new leadership or processes will bring steady gains, though some doubt persists about timing and impact.

Maynard

Registration of voters in Concord to be held in Clark rooms

The town of Concord holds a voter registration session in the Clark rooms next Wednesday from noon to evening to register new voters. Reward of assessors applies to the same location and time for newcomers in the area.

Concord Edward Kenna William D. Grose Ji Mom Appleby John H. A Clark Rooms Wednhoo Telm Evenine

Town selectmen election report highlights years of service

A fragment reports on town governance with mentions of Selectmen Samuel Lever and George D. Elsone on the town committee. It notes Lever’s first year in office and Elsone as a 4 member of the Town committee aiding oversight of town finances. The piece references Irving’s near election result and Frank Punch as a local political actor and treasurer.

Maurice Volunme Haiedy Galvin Tastorpatha Patrick McGrath George Stockwell LeWer Thomas Tierney Hao Becon Selectimin Samuel Lever Hag Ade Ieetman George D. Elsone Irwn Sélectman Frank Punch Treasure Us

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