Maynard Spy Arrest Sparks Town Wide Suspicions
Thure T. Johnston, accused in Maynard of being a German spy, spent a day in Federal custody before being released after investigation. Authorities denied evidence of plans to dynamite mills or the reservoir, and Johnston declared his loyalty while resuming daily life amid lingering rumors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thure T. Johnston
Johnston
Co. Kumors
Assabet
Fitchburg
Maynard
Johnson
Boston
Assabet Mills
American Powder Co Works
Town Reservoir
Duluth
Norway
Finland
Germany
Baron de Botsa
Liberty
Red Cross
Baron de Bousa
Frank $. Binks
Ayssabet Park
Virnis Peende
Steig
Masnard
Local Notes From Concord Junction Summer Movements
Town readers report Miss Helen Hoagland's return for summer, residents heading to Oak Bluffs for vacation, substitutions at Allen Chair Co and post office, births at Deaconess Hospital,Wentworth training completion and camp duty, and diploma awards in teachers course with an omission noted.
Strathmore mill settles wage dispute after strike
A 14 percent wage rise was granted to Strathmore mill workers. A Friday night strike threatened disruption but was amicably ended by Saturday. Police presence was requested but resulted in no arrests. Piper and Henry Burgess left for Camp Dix Wrightstown SN J. Before leaving, Mr. Piper was surprised by friends from Allen Chair Co who gave him a wrist watch and traveling bag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strathmore Mill
Piper
Henry Burgess
Camp Dix
Wrightstown
SN. J
Local Residents and Visitors Noted in Acton Area
West Acton residents Mead and SR Burroughs raise new flag poles at home Prank Ro Knowlton drives a Dodge touring car Mrs Jessie McDonald visits friends in Westerly Roo Miss Mary Armstrome calls during the week Miss Helen feed come home for over Sunday Miss Gage of Augusta Maine visits A B Blanchard at Baldwinville after sister Marion W Folsom's death Charles Butler called home from weekend Walter McClenathan visits from Camden New Jersey Webster Hayward and family visit from Omaha Rev Cod Pierce speaks at Camp Devens Y M Coop George Blume and family depart for Hampton Beach Miss Mabel Willis vacation from telephone exchange at Chebeague Island with two girls Miss Thelma MacGregor graduates Fitchburg Normal starts work at First National Boston John Beach catches a three pound sucker in local brook Several boys report large catches William Sylvia vacations in two tents at Mrs Sylvia’s home Cabbage plants Danish seed for sale by A Littlefield Boxboro remaining details include a few neighborhood movements and a sale notice
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coh, Mead
SR Burroughs
Ro Knowlton
Jessie McDonald
Westerly
Roo
Mary Armstrome
Helen Feed
Miss Gage
Augusta
A.bh
Blanchard
Butler
Baldwinville
Marion W. Folsom
Gleasondale
Willie Smiley
Moison Light Co
Boston
Leland Kempton
Pridgeport
Martine Benere
Margaret Hall
James Kinsley
Concord High School
Stewart
Ayer
Woodward House
Walter McClenathan
Cam Merritt
N. J
H. Gilmore
Clinton
Webster Hayward
Omaha
Cod. Pierce
Camp Devens
Y. M. Co Op
George Blume
Hampton Bead
Mabel Willis
Chebeague Island
South Acton
Thelma MacGregor
Fitchburg Normal School
First National Bank of Boston
John Beach
John McCarthy
William Sylvia
Somerville
Sylvia
Frank Mansk
Baby Boy Born to Amidon Family in Martin Street
South Acton WA reports the birth of a 10 pound baby boy to Mr and Mrs A Amidon of Martin Street on Monday afternoon Tewksbury of Greenbush visited town Sunday to see friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WA. Tewksbury
Greenbush
Aaron Tuttle Dies After Prolonged Illness
Aaron Tuttle died Saturday at Westboro Nervine hospital after months of impaired health. Born in Boston in 1869 or 1874, he spent most of his years in Ac ton as his home and was known as a gentleman. He leaves one son Walter Tuttle of Maplest, with whom he lived. Funeral services were held from his late home yesterday, with burial in Woodlawn cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aaron Tuttle
Westboro Nervine Hospital
Boston
Acton
Walter Tuttle
Maplest
Woodlawn
Economy and Character
Gladstone declares economy is the keystone to character and success. He argues a boy who saves money will rarely become a bad man or a failure and that a saver will steadily rise in his trade or profession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladstone
Overcoming Pride Builds Worthwhile Success
A Detroit Free Press reflection notes that a grand start with a big head hinders real achievement, while steady effort and humility pave lasting success and impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit Free Press
Hugh Connors Returns From Scotland With Army Unit
Hugh Connors son of Mr and Mrs Henry Connors Main street and Russell Stone returned after a year with the American Forestry expedition in Scotland. He notes food shortages and rationing in Britain and reports many wounded soldiers in cities. Connors plans to enlist in the U S Navy this week after receiving draft exemption permit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Connors
Scotland
Navy
Henry Connors
Main St
Russell Stone
Hugh
Boston
Sick Bay
Grippe
U. S. Engineers
U. S. Navy
Whitney Bent
Maynard
Howard Reed
South Acton
John McWayne
Harvard
Quinlan
West Acton
Coeffey
Boxboro
Webster Blanchard
British Isles
U & Naval Concert Co
London
England
U.S. Navy
Mrs Heffernan Dies in Manchester Connecticut
Mrs William A Heffernan of Maple Street died in Manchester Connecticut Tuesday evening at a relative's home after a period of serious illness. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Family members were with her at the time of death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Heffernan
Maple St
Manchester
Spirit of Seventy Six created by Archibald Willard
Archibald M. Willard’s iconic Spirit of Seventy-Six grew from his wagon shop roots and a pivotal moment when his father Rev Daniel Willard’s gaze inspired a serious shift in the painting. James H. Ryder aided the early development of the Seven ty-six scene, initially planned as humor before the painting found its true meaning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archibald M. Willard
Wellington
Cleveland
James H. Ryder
Mr. Willard
Daniel Willard
Everybody’s Magazine
Local Navy Moves and Personnel Changes Reported
Seaman Joseph Dahl transferred to Charleston South Carolina. Daniel Coughlin reported seriously ill at his Mapled home. Mrs George Champagne hosted Fitchburg friends weekend visit. She resigned this week after four years as district nurse for Metropolitan Insurance Co. Edward Warzala on vacation from American Tobacco Co. Boston. Robert Marsden left Mass Reformatory instructor post to join Assabet mills weaving department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Dahl
Charleston
S. C
Daniel Coughlin
Mapled
George Champagne
Fitchburg
Metropolitan Insurance Co
Edward Warzala
American Tobacco Co
Boston
Robert Marsden
Mass. Reformatory
Assabet Mills
Last Sermon at Congregational Church by Rev. Rutan
Rev. Frederick N. Rutan preached his final sermon at the Congregational church on Sunday morning. He spoke on Loyalty in Camp and Town, a Cantonment Seen from the Inside, drawing on his YMCA work at Camp Devens. Next Sunday Rev. J. Dickerman of Foxboro will lead the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick N. Rutan
Congregational Church
Camp Devens
J. Dickerman
Foxboro
Recital by Miss Agnes Gibbons Pupils Draws Large Colonial Hall Audience
Largely attended recital at Colonial hall Tuesday evening proceeds to Knights of Columbus War fund. Yeoman C A McDonough spoke in uniform, delivering a patriotic address. Readings and songs by many named performers, with flags and flowers as stage decorations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes Gibbons
Colonial Hall
Knights of Columbus War Fund
Margaret Moore Frost King
Mary Sheridan
Harvest Moon
Eileen Murphy
Fern Leaf
William Callahan
Alice McDonald
Celia Gruber
May Lingley
Mountain Bell
Elizabeth Johnston
Rocky Brooklet
Sophie Masuls
Jolly Comrades
H. Johnston
Dorothy Spence
Mildred Mullin
Arcady
Vincent King
Lillian O'Connell
Ethel Lowney
Frank Vodoklys
Gladys Howes
Genevieve Coughlin
Fairies
Laura Johnston
Autumn Breeze
Water Spirit
George Lowney
Merry Fisherman
Gertrude Redding
Madailena
Elizabeth Herbert
Silent Thoughts
Bella Gruber Berceuse
Anna Coughlin
Liselette
Lucille Sims
Rachel Gates
Autumn Twilight
Viola Binks
Valse
Chopin Sophie Siemieniak
Recess Rose Tobin la Gazelle
Hazel Peterson
Les Muscadins
Arthur King Robins
Alice Mullin
John Dwyer
Francis O'Brien
Patrice Higgins
Capricante
Genevieve Sharpe
Mary Vodoklys
Hercules
Norman Seckers
Jennie Hardy Destiny
Gertrude Sims
Connecticut
Mary Jussila
Mary Murphy
Laura Parkin
Gladys Ryan
Walter Mullin
Albert Mullin
Saint Bridget's Service Flag Honors Gallant Sons
A Saint Bridget’s service flag flies above the door in memory of her gallant sons serving in France. The poem urges children of St. Bridget to pray for their safe return, comfort those left behind, and follow Christ’s cross with faith hope and trust. Penned by Mrs. J. N. Lyons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Bridget’s Door
France
St. Bridget
Christ
J. N. Lyons
Mrs Richard F Wood family go to summer Plymouth home
Concord notes Mrs Richard F Wood and her family have departed for their summer residence in Plymouth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard F. Wood
Plymouth
Knitted 98 Pairs of Socks and Local Social Notes
Mrs Noble has knitted 98 pairs of socks for soldiers and started her 99th. Miss Marion Butterfield visits from California, a former fellow teacher of Miss Lillian Thorpe. Mr and Mrs Raymond Emerson welcome a daughter born at Deaconess Hospital. Elizabeth Hoar Pepper, daughter of Mr and Mrs Stephen Pepper, is christened at First Parish Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noble
Marion Butterfield
Lillian Thorpe
California
Miss Butterfield
Miss Thorpe
Raymond Emerson
Deaconess
Elizabeth Hoar Pepper
Stephen Pepper
Luncheon Held for Francis A. Houston at Industry Club
Francis A. Houston, former general counsel and recent treasurer of the telephone company, was hosted to a complimentary luncheon at the sex change club on Thursday noon by senior company officials. He retired July 1 due to ill health and is a Harvard ’77 graduate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis A. Houston
Telephone Company
Sexchange Club
Houston
Harvard
Dith Melvin Dies After Long Illness at Home
Miss Dith Melvin died Friday after a long illness at her home on Hubbard Street. Funeral services were held there Monday. Born in Illinois, she came to Concord as a child and had lived there since.
Local residents plan summer moves and vacations
Herbert W. Lewis departs for Cleveland to study manufactory machines he will sell for two weeks. Hugh Hodgen transfers to New London from Commonwealth Pier Boston. Mrs Harry West and sons head to Ocean Point Maine for the vacation months. Ruth Hawkins, longtime local resident, serves in France as a nurse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert W. Lewis
Cleveland
Hugh Hodgen
New London
Commonwealth Pier
Boston
Harry West
Edward
Robert
Ocean Point
Helen B. Wood
Poctor Hospital
Proctor
Vt., Visited A Few Days At Dr. Christie
Ruth Hawkins
France
Frank A. Merriam
Beachwood
Emery Lothrop
Chas Fletcher
Katherine
Sebago Lake
Irene Merriam
Fitchburg Normal
Kennebunkport
Gladys Lawrence
Geo. FE
Clapp
Concord Junction
George Hodgen
Gloucester
Hannah Monson
Fitzwilliam
N. H
Lizzie Bumpus
Village Graduates at Concord High School
The last week graduation list from Concord High School includes Marion Thompson Cole Hannah Eliza Mon son Gladys Henrietta Lawrence Hope Kimball Edna Charland Taylor and Harry John Clark. The first four graduates earned Cum Laude honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord High School
Marion Thompson Cole
Hannah Eliza Monson
Gladys Henrietta Lawrence
Hope Kimball
Edna Charland Taylor
Harry John Clark
Florence Merriam to Teach Summer Kindergarten in Boston
Florence Merriam returns from Plainfield Connecticut where she taught for two years. After a short rest at home she will teach in the Frances Willard Settlement kindergarten in Boston for the summer season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Merriam
Plainfield
Boston
Frances Willard
Harry Heath Wounded in France Recovers in Hospital
Harry Heath, wounded in action in France weeks ago, is recovering in a hospital and hopes to return to the front soon. His injury was a bullet wound to the thigh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Heath
France
Homecoming of Lumber Unit 3 Seamen From Scotland
Joseph Gallant Ernest Alsopp Ernest Whitcomb John McWayne Flint Furbush and Francis Coffey of the Lumber Unit No. 3 returned home Wednesday from Scotland after a year abroad. All are reported well and happy to be home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Gallant
Ernest Alsopp
Ernest Whitcomb
John McWayne
Flint Furbush
Francis Coffey
Lumber ‘Unit No
Scotland
Missionary Sketch Draws Crowd with Young Performers
A large audience gathered to view a missionary sketch described as a fine scene led by Ben Smith and Mrs. Fanny Porter. Porter directed the service, with the youth taking prominent roles in the presentation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Smith
Fanny Porter
West Acton Raised $4780 in Stamp Drive Total
West Acton and Thuifet Stamp drive collected 330 pledges, expected to total $4780 when fully paid. Chairman I. G. Salmon of Boxboro led the effort with strong support from Mrs. Salmon and Miss Elinor F Weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Acton
Lg. D. Salmon
Boxboro
Salmon
Elinor F. Weeks
Supper and Entertainment at Acton Centre Event
The Woman's Church Aid held a June 27 supper and program at Acton Centre. The farce Not on the Program starred Elizabeth Tuttle and others, with music by an orchestra, a duet by Annie Coughlin and Helen Robbins, a solo by Harlan Tuttle, and vocal solos by Corp. Henry Gerard of the 302d Regiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Church Aid
Elizabeth Tuttle
Mises Helen Robbins
Marie Davis
Raymond Farrar
Alan Frost
Wesley Flagg
Annie Coughlin
Helen Robbins
Harlan Tuttle
Corp
Henry Gerard
Camp Devens
Independence Day Celebration Foretells Global Freedom
The piece lauds the 4th of July as a long American tradition now destined to be a world celebration. It notes over a million U S soldiers abroad fighting for global freedom and proclaims America and its free institutions as the world’s hope, with youth as its vanguard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Brave Yankee Aces in the Sky Over There
Poem praising American airmen fighting in Europe. It lauds their bravery, patriotic motive, and sacrifices, noting home ties forsaken and efforts to strike at the Kaiser. The author, Wm. C. Kenyon, urges God to bless and protect these men as they operate in Allied skies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaiser
Sea
Sammy
Uncle Sam
Wm. C. Kenyon
Horse in Court Ired By Doorstep Incident
A butchered court report from Thaxter Essex England describes a local case where a person was fined a dollar after a horse near a cottage allegedly frightened a woman. The witness recounted the animal’s ears laid back and a startled reaction leading to the charge and penalty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A . Er
Thaxter
Essex
England
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U. S
A. T. Haynes G&g CO
Maynard, Mass
Thure Johnston
Helen Hoagland
LS. Tripp
George Mitel
Oak Bluffs
Doris Pratt
Allen Chair Co
Havel Plot
Charles Beck
Kennebunk Beach
Melvin E. Oakes
Ast Weymouth
Deaconess Hospital
Oakes
Myrtle Blodgett
Sherman Reed
Edward McClellan
Frank Gerrity
Thomas Frawley
Matapoisett
M. J. Parrett
Edward Anderson
Leff Thesday
Grand Narrows
Cape Breton
N.S
St Edward Sheehan
Newton
Jeremiah Sheehan
John J Sullivan
Merton Leighton
Wentworth Institute
Camp Raritan
Olive Ring
Hyde Park
B.C. Ring
John P. Blodgett
Central St
Melvin Oak
R. S. Howard Pianos
The
R. S. Howard Co
New York City
R. W. Carter
Chauncy ST
Main Street
A. Littlefield
Manchester, CT
Church
Agnes” Gibbons
K. of C
Saint Bridget's
Concord
At the Baptist Church
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