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Newspaper

Acton Enterprise

Location

Acton, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1916

Page

3

Halloween party at St George's church vestry

The young ladies of St George's church held a Halloween party in the church vestry with yellow and black streamers. Arthur Oates found the hidden peanut and won a prize while Wilfred Saxon ate a doughnut on a string fastest. Guests came from Concord and Concord Junction.

St. George's Church Arthur Oates Wilfred Saxon Laura Parkin Alice McDonald Beatrice Cuttell Nellie Wilson Viola Sales Hazel Easthope Mary Sales Concord Concord Junction

Ladies Benevolent Society Harvest Supper Planned

The Congregational church Ladies Benevolent Society met in the vestry on Thursday. The bazaar netted 152 dollars. A social hour followed with a catered dinner supervised by Mrs. George H. Gutteridge and assistants. A harvest supper is set for Thursday November 23 in the vestry with Mrs. Morse as supper chair and Mrs. Gutteridge heading the entertainment committee.

Ladies’ Benevolent Society The Congregational Church George H. Gutteridge Howard Hamblen W. Grundy Win Gutteridge Albert Haynes George Hart Mary Morse George Gutteridge

Holy Name Club Whist Party and Dance at Cannon's Hall

The Holy Name club drew a large crowd Wednesday at Cannon's hall for a whist party and dance with music by the Colonial orchestra. Fourteen whist tables were played. prizes went to Miss Tena Smith and Annie Connell for ladies, John Wing and John Murray for gentlemen, with several consolation prizes.

Holy Name Cannon's Hall Tena Smith Annie Connell Gene Connell Concord Junction John Wing John Murray George Doe Mares Walter White Nicholas Whalen Janes Richardson Bernard Carrigan John O'Moore John Moynihan Albert Moynihan

Rally Draws Candidates for House Seats in Towland and Hudson

Congressman John J. Rogers of Lowell spoke at Main Street rally in Towland Harriman of Stow also addressed the crowd. Republican candidate and Democrat candidate William Noonan of Hudson followed with remarks. Sunday supporters hosted a smoke talk in the Ma sonic hall upper room with ex-Selectman Thomas Mahoney and Jeremiah Cronin present.

John J. Rogers Lowell Main St Towland Harriman Stow House Republican Party William Noonan Hudson House of Representatives Friends of Noonan Masonic Hall Thomas Mahoney Jeremiah Cronin

No Break in Prices Amid Gold Inflows

The piece notes coal at 10 dollars per ton and flour at 12.5 dollars per barrel with butter at 45 cents a pound and no sign of lower prices. It criticizes economists and politicians for attracting gold, and laments ordinary people cannot eat gold, suggesting a common demand to take back gold for basic goods.

Messenger No. 227 Delivers Message at Maynard Trust Co

A Western Union messenger about 12 years old named Howard Nagle from South Boston arrived on the 12.20 train Wednesday and delivered a message to Acting Treasurer Frank Taylor of the Maynard Trust Co. He is identified as No. 227 when on duty.

Frank Taylor The Maynard Trust Co Howard Nagle South Boston

Glendale Lutheran Hallowe'en Party Planned by Faculty

Children and teachers from Glendale Street Lutheran church hosted a Hallowe'en gathering in the church vestry on a Wednesday evening. Sadie Saari and Ida Hendrickson organized the event with games and refreshments provided.

Glendale St. Lutheran Church Hallowe'en Sadie Saari Ida Hendrickson

Grading Efforts for Summer Street School Grounds

Supt. of Streets John Driscoll and his department staff are grading the Summer Street school grounds. The superintendent plans to attend the Mass Highway association meeting at the City Club tomorrow where road experts will address the gathering.

John Driscoll Summer St Mass Highway Association City Club

Committee Discusses Soldiers and Sailors Monument Drive

The Committee of 50 met in the selectmen's room to plan a town canvass for donations toward the fund. They expect a full financial report once funds are counted. A resolution praised the barbecue council for the Columbus Day event and urged town funding through the warrant. Edward Henderson proposed detailing an appropriation article in the next warrant.

Selectmen’s Room Barbecue Council United Community Action Edward Henderson

Business Leaders Back Comprehensive National Defense Plan

The Chamber of Commerce of the United States urges universal military training and national mobilization to defend the nation. It calls for a strong Navy buildup, a regular army of substantial strength, an expanded National Guard, and private industry coordinating prewar production and reserves. Harry Fowler of this town serves as a chamber secretary in Washington.

Chamber of Commerce of United States Chamber United States of America Thcome Paizilions Heim Chivober Maske Hawaii Philippines Eolidds No Cone CSSON Mer Atlantic Pacific AMIS Gs Thy de Council of National Defents National Guard Harry Fowler Washington, I, CL

Methodist Episcopal Bible Class Organizes Sunday

The Bible class of the Methodist Episcopal church organized Sunday afternoon in the church vestry. A forum discussed ballot referenda from yesterday’s election. Officers elected include Albert Batley president Robert Vieteh vice president Naylor secretary Frank Joshua Rowe treasurer and members Naylor Usher Morse Rand Dockerty McAuslin Stanley Parker and others.

The Methodist Episcopal Church Albert Batley Robert Vieteh Naylor Frank Joshua Rowe Treas Wm. Naylor Thomas Usher Calvin Morse Frank Rand Alvah Dockerty Clarence

Planning Fair Promises Wide Entertaining Event

Senior class members of the high school organize a two day fair at Cooperative Hall on Nov 14 and 15. The program includes the Al literative quartet Mullin Mullin Taylor and Tervo and Hi Henry's Minstrels. Candy ice cream tonics and fancy work will be sold. tickets are on sale.

Mullin & Mullin Taylor and Tervo Hi Henry

Exercises At Concord Armory Highlight National Guard

About 50 locals attended the Thursday evening session at Concord Armory. Major Dolan spoke on National Guard advantages and visitors inspected the armory. Many local youths have enlisted and Captain Dee expects the company to reach full peace strength soon.

Concord Dolan National Guard Dee

25th Anniversary Observed at Congregational Church

The Christian Endeavor society marked its 25th anniversary during Sunday evening services at the Congregational church. Rev. Frederick N. Rutan delivered an eloquent sermon and history review while vocal solos by Mrs. Benjamin Derby and violin solos by Herbert Mallinson complemented the program.

Christian Endeavor Society Congregational Church Frederick N. Rutan Benjamin Derby Concord Junction Herbert Mallinson

Junior Christian Endeavor Society Halloween Party

The Junior Christian Endeavor society held a Hallowe en party in the vestry of the Congregational church on Friday evening. Games were played and refreshments served. Full membership attended, with Nev. and Mrs. Son Rutan, Mrs. Guillow, and Miss Ethel Butterworth among the guests.

Christian Endeavor Society Congregational Church Nev Son. Rutan Guillow Ethel Butterworth

Maynard Trust Co Approves Treasurer Resignation At Regular Meeting

The Maynard Trust Co directors held a regular meeting in the bank's directors' room. Charles K Wheeler's resignation as treasurer was accepted. Deposits subject to check reached 519119.18, the largest since incorporation. Four month undivided surplus stood at 2242.89. Local social visits followed, with residents from North Adams Cambridge Manchester North Andover and U S scout cruiser Birmingham former resident James Cronin.

The Maynard Trust Co Charles Kk. Wheeler Willian Connally Manchester N. H Herbert Meade Reginald North Andover Sarah Meade James Cronin Birmingham Helen Cronin

Amherst Fans Attend Tutts M A C Game in Medford

Ray Smith and Don Lent traveled home with about 350 Amherst students aboard a special train to watch the Tutts M A C game in Medford on Saturday. The M A C freshman team, featuring Don Lent, completed its schedule last week.

Ray Smith Don Lent Hudson

Will Reopen Store With Renovated Interior and New Goods

The New Tdea store owners reopen their shop Friday after thorough interior renovations. The store now features the latest furnishings and a fresh fall and winter goods stock. Mrs. John Sheehan of Providence visited Mrs. Susan Sheehan Saturday and later went to Worcester with her.

Tdea John Sheehan Providence R. 1 Susan Sheehan Sheehan Worcester

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New England Trust Company Boston Mass James R. Arthur Adams Frederick W. Allen Henry N. Marr Thomas E. Eaton Edward B. Ladd Maynard Hallowe Devoe Deve George H. Reed South Acton Massachusetts Devoe Pain J. O. Eaton Nason Street Geo. H. Reed Frank L. Stiles South Agton, Mass Western Union Messenger Hallowe'en Party C., E. Society Inary Hub-Mart the Green Stamp Store Main Parker Ann May Aneles North Adams Mrs. Wi. Jones Mary and Viola Joyce Cambridge Nel Lie Joyce Maynard Cleaning & Dyeing CO Swartz Bros VOSE Marlboro Road C. B. White Maynard
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