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Newspaper

Acton Enterprise

Location

Acton, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1933

Page

6

Christian Science Publishing Building Fund Raised at Annual Meeting

The Met Church First Church of Christ Scientist announced June 5 that no further contributions are needed for the new 4000 building. Director Charles Heitman read a report praising donors whose sacrifices enabled the publishing house project to proceed without delay. Officers named include Miss Mary G. Hewing and Edward L. Ripley.

Christian Science Publishing Jay Met Charles Be. Heitman Mary G. Ewing Mass k—Ploria W. Palmer Brook Edward L. Ripley Line Mary G. Hewing Quincy Feago William

Maynard High Prom Highlights Class of 1953 Event

The Junior Prom of the Maynard High School class of 1953 was held in the Washington auditorium. Couples filled the dance floor and gallery as attendees admired the ladies’ attire and the hall decor. Matrons listed include Mrs. S MacPherson, Mrs. Fearns, Miss Ann Pasuar, and Miss Ethelutter with officers James Malcolm as president Sneck as vice president Fearns as secretary and Sweeney as treasurer.

Sudbury High Defeats Weston In Close High School Game

Sudbury high school beat Weston high 0 to 0 at the playgrounds in a moonlit Thursday contest. Morgan of Maynard umpired as Burr pitched for the Old Timers and Crowley for the Grangers. Friday's Sudbury league tilt between Grangers and Old Timers drew a lively crowd with Crowley earning the edge in a 5 to 3 Grangers win.

Sudbury Sudbury High Weston High Morgan of Maynard Grangers Burr Tinf Crowley Old Minners Rogers and Tighe

Memorial Service for Masons and Odd Fellows at Methodist Church

Joint memorial held by Maynard Lodge No. 131 and Mizrahebekash Lodge No. 64100 F at the Methodist Episcopal church. The service featured Rev J Rex Shepier s sermon, a choir under Miss Nel Parmenter, and mourners including Gertrude Prescott and Robert Lester. White carnations were placed on the graves of deceased members.

Adelaide Sims William J H. Johnston Lester Hugo Mitson Marion Buttenworth Ernest B. Ingham Noble Nd Edith Prentiss Noble Ingham Qlsttord Cheney

Maynard man found guilty in Powder Mill Road crash case

Jonn Tt Keate Concord was found guilty on two charges after a district court trial held Saturday. Judge Howard A. Wilson presided with J.B. Caufield for the defense as the accident case stemmed from a two weeks old Powder Mill Road crash that killed Andrew Lilja of Masnard. Police Chief John Connors credited Patrolman Edward Johnston and Vehicle Inspector Lupret for the investigation and arrest.

Keefe Sane Powder Mill Andrew Lilja Masnard Polle John Connors Bkdward Johnston

Real Estate Moves and Local News in Sudbury

The Goodnow office reports several leases including Weatheries place Concord Road to William Brown of Brighton and Joseph Keane house King William Road to R J Hodder of Watertown. The Foss house Maple Avenue is leased to Mr Livingston, while Mrs Walter Stone improves. A Community Motors permit hearing was held Friday, Artesian well crews drill on Hewfield estate Goodman Hill Road, with many local residents visiting and visitors from New York.

Goodnow Weatheries Concord Road Willian Brown Brighton Joseph Keane King Whilip Road R. J. Hodder Waertown Foss Mapleavenue To Comminity Motors Stae Rowe Goodman Hill Road Anne Bux Bert David Forrest Bradstow Heonbery Turd M Gs York Howard M. Goodhow Victor Pillehrowne Asiland Geo Mufee Cheictevet Road

Junior Prom Attracts Many at Magnaree High

The June commencement lists many students honored for grades. Rita Bariteau and Ruth Weir received Honors parts for graduation. Names like Stella Noviek Sylvia Holm Aune Salo and Hien Teiven mark the top students among a large class.

Tesla Rita Pbaritean Rijest Jones Honey Ing Belinero Dahl Stella Noviek Sylvia iNholm Aune Salo Hien Teiven Joseph Dorothy Burnham Bradford Case Anna Fayton Dorothea Tiannon Ruth Heinonen Divin Eetaicdh Mary Higgins Aine Holt Tine Kangas Kalervo Kateanivo Nice Kitowicz Lorraine Koch Olza Kozak Marion Ledgard Ralph Lent George Murphy Bemané Piecewicz Willie Stockaidge Will Tobin Winifred Tobin Josey Trebendis Tom

False fire alarmingers hit Maynard box for third time

Fire officials investigate a repeated false alarm at Pox 21 corner Hayes and Arthur streets. A string tied inside the box triggered the alarm when a car hit the line, risking a crash. police seek the culprit amid ongoing tampering concerns.

Maynard Hayes Arthur Street

Oil Burner Permit Required by Fire Chief Rule

A local law requires all oil burner operators to obtain a permit from the fire chief before receiving oil. The state fire marshal enforces from June 1, with applications available at the fire department. Oil merchants must hold permits visible in the delivery area before supplying fuel.

Maynard

Mack Quits Boxing Promotion In Hub Due To Slump

Eddie Mack known as Eddie Mack quits as a boxing promoter in Boston after a slump. Billy Ames remains as promoter at Boston Garden while Mack stays involved by linking with the Bangtails at Rockingham Park. The downturn follows failed exhibitions and a flop in a major card.

Mack Hub Joston Boston Edward McManus Eddie Mack Argonne A. A Billy Ames Boston Garden Rockingham Park Ane Oter

Robert Conway Dies After Long Illness

Robert Conway of Lowell dies after months of illness at his home on Spring Street. He is survived by his father Kenneth and sister Frances of Cambridge. The funeral will be held at 2 30 PM tomorrow at Immaculate Conception Church with burial in the parish cemetery, under funeral directors William M. and Harold H. Maynard.

Long Branch Sheriff sale of church in Ocean City

The First Baptist Church of Ocean City New Jersey valued at 140000 when built in 1927 was sold by the Sheriff for 100 to satisfy a mortgage.

Ocean City N. J First Baptist

Marlboro Hosts District Initiation by AOH Auxiliary

Cambridge State President Mary Doyle and Framingham County President Annie Galvin attended the Marlboro district initiation by the AOH Auxiliary in 4 OH hail. They praised the Marlboro degree team and Mrs Josephine Mullen who presided. A program followed with music readings and a luncheon served by local hosts.

Marlboro Campridge Bremingham Maynard Concord Hudson AOH Mary Doyle Cambridge Annie Galvin Framingham Josephine Mullen Charlotte O'Sullivan Laura Sawyer Mary Hayes Agnes Gallagher Mary Donovan

Eighteen Tables Play Whist At Marlboro Party

Sergeant John I Colleary Post hosts a whist party in Preston block drawing players from out of town. Prizes went to Dorothy Carey Mrs M McNaimara Mrs Hayes Mrs Markey John OBrien John Bracken and David Hayes as delegates plan for the state VFW convention support funds.

VFPW Arthur Grenier

Summer Home Destroyed By Fire At Fairhaven Bay

Frederick C Robinsons summer home at Fairhaven Bay owned 40 years was destroyed by a Wednesday afternoon blaze. Robinson raced two miles to summon help as engines battled flames along the water front but could not access the pump. firemen prevented brush spread and the value stood near 4500 dollars. Robinson plans to rebuild.

Concord Frederick C Robinson Caleb Wheeler Fairhaven Bay Robinson Martin Diskin

West Acton notes and community updates

Miss Margaret Stearns of Medford visits Gurcean home in West Acton as Albert Noll plans to locate here after leasing the Raymon Stuart house on Central Street. The Odd Fellows and Rebekahs held a well attended Memorial Service in South Acton. The Scouts of West Acton will play the Dads at Willow comfield Thursday. Gertrude Leighton visits Holt home. Stevens of Stow to Ipswich for summer. Abdominal operation for Mrs Parker in Boston. Two week motor trip for the Holts to New Hampshire and Vermont. Homemaker's picnic set for June 7 in Lexington with 4 H workers prominent on program. Cecil Starck to Fal mouth for the summer to run a tea room with his aunt.

Margaret Stearns Medford Gurcean Albert Noll West Acton Raymon Stuart Central Street Noll Drus Raymond Stuart South Acton Odd Fellows and Rebekithis Cook Scouts of Harry Holt New Hampshire Vermont Lexington Mass Middlesex County Extension Service Cecil Starck Falmouth

Bedford Mew Aid More Nelson AP Eto Viel Som

Fifty Hickory era notes describe June 15 as anniversary events and visits. Mr Moreet Blake and Mrs. Moyeaan plan two weeks with Mr. Bikes parents in South Street. Jedaen Thompson had tonsil removal last week and Mrs. Mestan McMallen stayed home with grippe.

Nelson Jessom Mt Jisend Great Punat Maat Revere Conte Aosabad Ie Teetins Mew Moreet Blake Wity Moyeaan Mr Bikes Mr. Blake South Street Jedean Thompson Am Ap Cdphan Mestan McMallen Bart Foothestreet Grippps Cunnmmes Road

South Acton Troop 1 Scouts Seek Support

South Acton Troop 1, Boy Scouts, are making their annual canvass asking for help to carry on their work. Mrs. Harry B. Morse has returned home from Auburn Maine after a visit with Mrs. Gardner whose home was damaged in the recent conflagration. The Post Office Department in Washington has invited bids for mail routes to and from the post office and railroad station. Irving Smith of Stow, a former resident, has moved to North Woodstock New Hampshire to help Philip M Lowden run a new grocery business there.

Boy Scouts Harry B. Morse Auburn Maine Gardner Post Office Department Washington Join Maguire Irving Smith Stow Woodstock New Hampshire Philip M Lowden

Going Up The Pay Envelope And The Looming Boom

An editorial argues wage increases across mill communities boost public confidence and spur spending. It cautions against premature strikes and urges patience as wages, orders, and prices adjust, noting banks will respond slowly and a gradual return to normal is underway. Courage, loyalty and patience are urged.

Advertising the News of all the Looms and Shops

An essay extols advertising as the essential driver of modern news and access to luxuries and necessities, arguing it fuels industry, fosters competition, and keeps the public informed about facts and opportunities otherwise unavailable. It contends a world without ads would lack comfort and progress.

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