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Newspaper

Acton Enterprise

Location

Acton, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1915

Page

9

Concord Junction Edges Newton Catholic 3 2 In Final Inning

Concord Junction traveled to Newton to face Newton Catholic in a strong game that stayed tied 2 2 into the ninth. Varley hit a triple and a later four base hit as Concord Junction took the lead with a late run before Newton errors allowed the final 3 2 score.

Concord Junction Newton Newton Catholic Junction Newton Boys Jim Varley Billings Loughlin Concord Billy Fallon Jimmy O'Connell Fallon O'Connell Clapp Hopkins McCaffrey Stockemer Georgie

Alfred Anderson Finishes Harvard Year of Study

Alfred Anderson completes his year at Harvard College this week. The rush contract at the Boston Harness factory is due Saturday with extra shifts day and night to meet the deadline. Burleigh Pratt returns from a Pennsylvania trip where he inspected mines for the Concord Coal and Grain Co patrons. International Bible Students hold Divine worship Sunday at 3 pm at 10 Laws Brook Rd. A. E. Spencer of Waltham is speaker. no collection. The Concord High School Voice alumni contribute articles including Frank B. Sanborn history of the school since 1857.

Boston Burleigh Pratt Pennsylvania Concord Coal and Grain Co. International Bible Students Laws Brook A. E. Spencer Waltham

The Poor Pedestrian Poem Clip Contends With City Streets

A Weymouth Times clipping discusses urban sidewalks and road debris, urging preserved concrete paths for pedestrians. It notes the contrast with car travel and lists a local ad offering flowering bedding plants in Concord Junction, Massachusetts.

Sudbury Children's Day Concert Highlights Reading and Music

The Sunday morning program included choir pieces such as Over Land and Sea and The Seasons, several recitations and exercises by young students, and a collection for an educational fund. Rev. Geo H Clarke delivered remarks, concluding with a benediction, while Friday evening featured special services and a baccalaureate sermon for the high school graduating class.

Doris Amirault Ethel White Elsie Oliver Legna Johnston Hazel Baldwin Educational Fund Kenyon Edith Ethel Baldwin Gertrude Christiansen Ralph Lowell Basil Oliver Alden Lowell Grace Gilman William Davidson Leona Johnston Henry Rice Ralph Hawes Reginald Oliver Liola Moore Karl Baldwin Harry Rice Horace Oliver Violet Aldwin Violets Lois Stiles Christ Child Edith Baldwin Leon Ray Hawes Helen Rice Jesus Geo. H. Clarke Ward Gertrude Stone Gordon Stone

Massachusetts Dairy Association forms at Worcester meeting

Bedford and Worcester leaders formed the Massachusetts Clean Milk and Dairy Association at a June 14 1915 gathering in the Bancroft Hotel Worcester. Officers elected General Wood president Charles A Kimball secretary and KE Chapman treasurer. Directors include J Pfeiffer Warren Tarbell and George A Harwood. The group will educate and organize producers to raise milk quality and oppose misguided legislation.

Massachusetts Clean Milk and Dairy Association Bancroft Hotel Worcester Pres General Wood Charles A. Kimball Littleton Treas KE. BE. Chapman Ludlow J. Pfeiffer Bedford Warren KE. Tarbell Brookfield George A. Harwood State Dairy Bureau Pfeiffer BK. E. Chapman State Grange J. Lewis Ellsworth Department of Agriculture Harwood Massachusetts Dairy Bureau Concord High School Frank B. Sanborn

Concord Chapter Hosts Reception for New Regent at Chapter House

Old Concord Chapter D A R opened its Chapter House on June 12 for a reception honoring new Regent Mrs. George R. Blinn of Bedford. Retiring Regent Mrs. George M. Baker, now state treasurer, presided with Mrs. Blinn and Mrs. Fowler. Guests included State Regent Mrs. George O. Jenkins and other officials while peony and honeysuckle decor highlighted refreshments. The chapter aims to clear the remaining $550 debt on its historic house.

Old Concord George R. Blinn Bedford George M. Baker Baker Blinn O. &. Fowler George O. Jenkins Davis Peare Alline Sprague Iske 1D. A. RR

Sudbury Family Visits and Chicago Library Post

Mr and Mrs Gledhill and their son spent Sunday with relatives in Wal tham H H Brown and wife have left here for the west to visit their youngest son who holds a position in one of the largest public libraries near Chicago.

Mrs. Gledhill Waltham H. H. Brown West Chicago

Death of S H Jewett Follows Brief Illness In Littleton

Sherman Henry Jewett age about seventy five died Saturday June 12 after a short illness marked by a shock. He lived many years in Littleton and earlier in Boxboro Concord Westvale and Westvale of wmypeta. He served in the army in 1862 and married Harriet Sawyer. He belonged to the Masonic order and cared for the Union schoolhouse and public library for over 20 years. Funeral was held Tuesday with interment at Westlawn cemetery. The Officers School of Instruction at Ham's Hill drew large crowds and the event was praised for its scenery and orderly conduct. The text notes visiting officers and soldiers from across the state and hopes they return next season.

Sherman Henry Jewett Officers’ School of Instruction Ham's Mt. Nobscot Mr. Jewett Stilman Sarah Jewett Littleton Harriet Sawyer Concord Westvale Jewett Gladys Ruth Lilly Jewett Roslindale H. J. Caulking Saunders and Hardy Ayer Westlawn Cemetery Union Libray

Electric Co Messrs canvass town for information and service

Co J Commett and Don Spicer of the Edison Electric Lighting Co of Poston travel the town to inform residents about electrical installation costs and benefits. The agents are friendly and well received, with expectations of increased business as more customers learn their method. Reverend Brown of Bangor preaches at Memorial Church, with Maynard absent. Mrs Buzzell presides at the organ. An invitation to M F church bassolar services is extended for next Sunday. Memorial plans include concert by Mrs Blake of Concord on June 20.

J. Commett Don Spicer Tdison Electric Tr Luminating Co Poston Mr. Brown Bangor Memorial Church Titus Maynard Buzzell M. F Blake Concord

South Acton News Notes and Market Report

Ernest Greenough plans a summer stay with his parents in Monmouth Maine departing next Saturday. Native strawberries sold in market last week at 20 cents a box. The W C T U schedules its June meeting for Wednesday June 23 at Miss Lizzie Bumpus home.

Ernest Greenough Monmouth Lizzie Bumpus

Local residents and visitors share weekend calls and travels

Harold Symonds came from Boston for a day at home last Sunday. Nellie Clough of Haverhill is visiting with her sister Mrs Chamberlain. Charles Colburn of Winchendon visited last week at Mrs A Cloughs. Holt family spent Sunday with his brother. Reed family from Stoughton called on friends in South Acton. Ora Norcross and family of Keene visited. Clarence Chickering attended his father’s funeral in Cochituate. Billy Di Benneditto took his four month old baby to Children’s Hospital. Clara Sawyer left the Boston & Maine freight office after many years. William Harlow and wife and Beth Harrington explored South Acton. A collie named Bob died after eating poisoned meat on Faulkner Hill. Schools close next Friday for summer recess. Will Huntoon, in the navy, returns briefly home before sailing to the Pacific. Ralph Davis Goodwin, a grandson of Mrs. Charles Davis, wounded in the war. Stephen G. Brooks, nephew of Mrs. Amelia Tarbell, died in Santa Paula, California. Exceptional values noted at Fullenton’s hat shop.

Clarence Chickering Martin St Cochituate Billy di Benneditto Childrens’ Hospital Clara Sawyer Boston & Maine Freight Office Robert Harlow Beth Harrington Milford South Acton Faulkner Hill Lewis Whitney Bob Will Huntoon Uncle Sam Navy Pacific Frisco Fair Prande Ralph Davis Goodwin Charles Davis Stephen G. Brooks Amelia Tarbell Santa Paula Cal

London Building To House Four Stores On Commonwealth Ave

James W. Lawrence enjoys a two weeks vacation from Reformatory duties. A new building on Commonwealth Ave in London will open as four stores after its plate glass windows were installed. The Concord Junction News will cease, and the annual Concord lodge memorial service will be held at Union Church with Mr Chadbourne as speaker. A Children day service followed with diplomas for the junior class and a flower tribute to the children.

Reformatory London Commonwealth Ave the News Co Concord Junction Concord Lodge C. F Union Church Chadbourne N. Adana Olive Hatch Acorn Keith

Sapphires Dominate U.S. Gem Mineral Production Last Year

Gem minerals produced in the United States last year valued at about two thirds came from sapphires, indicating a surge in sapphire output and its impact on overall mineral commerce.

United States

Local Rivalry Sets Stage For Newton Catholic Diamond Clash

The Newton Catholic club travels to the local diamond Saturday for a fast paced game against a rival. Last week's close score promises two strong lineups with O Connell and Fallen returning, fueling local stakes as ex teammates seek victory under manager Loughlin.

Newton Catholic O'Connmell Fallen Newton Loughlin

Also Mentioned on This Page

Newton’ Cath Concord Jet Maloney Kenney Costigan Varley Delaney W. Stockemer McCarthy Eschelberk Alfred Anderson Harvard College The Concord High School Voice Weymouth Times F. L. Garland Concord Jct Mass Tel Sudbury Victrola J. N. Fowler Co Fusetien Mans Mss M. E. Houghton Concord Grange Consumer Massachusetts South Officers Death Comes S. H. Jewett B. L. Filene Cash Department Store Harold Symonds Nellie Clough of Haverhill, N. H Mrs. T. Chamberlain Charles Colburn of Winchendon A. A. Clough Fd. Holt Rank Seth Reed Stoughton Ora Norcross Keene, N. H Charles Whitney Fullenton’s James W. Lawrence Sapphires Benj F. Murray Main Street Walden Tall Main St John A. Finigan Victor Victrola Nason St.'s Co. H. Persons
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