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Newspaper

Acton Enterprise

Location

Acton, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1932

Page

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Reunion of St. Bridget's Parish Huge Success

The annual St. Bridget's parish reunion filled the Cooperative hall and the K of C club rooms for a turkey whist feature on Thanksgiving Eve. Rev. Walter Rocie praised the three committees and organizers, with Rev. George Brennan and Rev. James R. Sherry joining Pastor Joseph Dineen in leading the events. Joseph Dineen chaired the general committee and led the floor during the dance led by Frank Sheridan's orchestra. Prizes awarded included a turkey to Francis J. Maley and many other names listed for various gifts and turkeys.

St. Bridget’s K. of C Walter Rocie George Brennan James R. Sherry Joseph Dineen Frank Sheridan Francis J. Maley Grace Smith Katherine Murray Mary Louk Elizabeth Binks Atey Lawrence Poyilis White South Acton Alice Boyle John Gibbons Alys Belle O'Donnell Esther Adama Mary Mohan Margaret Mctwurthy Louis Evers Olvers Gworls Julia Donahue Amy Dbrayden Agnes Gibbons Fred Wilder

Bishop Henry Knoy Stern Visits St George's Church

Right Rev Henry Knoy Stern D D Episcopal bishop of Massachusetts visited St George's Church and administered confirmation at 1 o'clock Sunday afternoon Rev Eason Cross assisted. The bishop spoke to the confirmation class and large congregation. Music featured the regular choir with the boys choir augmenting. A women’s retreat opens at St Bridget's Church tomorrow evening for a week conducted by a priest of the God-Redemptorist order. Obilgation and Old Acquaintance Night planned at Mizpah Rebekah lodge tomorrow with a program led by Mary Leithead Mary Jones Abbie Isner Eleanor Jones and Beesie Richardson.

Henry Knoy Stern Massechusetts St George's Church Eason Cross St. Bridget's Church Mizpah Rebekat Lodee Mary Leithead Mary Jones Abbie Isner Eleanor Jones Beesie Richardson

Jointly Seat New Officers At Odd Fellows Hall

Maynard Division 414 A FO and Auxiliary officers were installed at a Sunday meeting in Odd Fellows hall. The ceremony featured county and state officials, a singing program, and refreshments hosted by Mrs Ata Galvin and staff.

Agnes Driscoll Della Moore Catherine Bariteau James McCarthy Mary Sheridan George Haggerty West Concord Ellen Hearon Chaparman Florence Wilder Teresa Murray Aolice Joyce Susan Wesley Sentinel Divison Michael Cleary Michael Murray William Connelley John Brayden James McCathy Nicolas Whalen Mary Doyle Cambridge Mary Gleason Newton John Fenton Lawrence

Finnish Lutheran service and Sunday events on Glendale street

Rev Alfred Tiaapan of the Suomi Synod of America led the service at the Glendale street Finnish Lutheran church on Saturday and Sunday. The Sunday school plans a supper and entertainment Sunday evening December 4 at the church.

Maynard Alfred Tiaapanen Suomi Synod of America Finnish Lutheran Church Glendale Street Wll

Moody Couple Marks 51st Wedding Anniversary

Concord’s The Enterprise extends best wishes to Mr and Mrs Ben Amos Moody of 10 Devens Street on their fifty first anniversary. Mr Moody, a Charlestown native, married Laura A Dickson of Concord on November 24 1881 at Hillside Farm. They reside in Concord with ties to the Trinitarian Congregational church and Concord Cooperative Bank where he has served as treasurer for 11 years. Their daughter Mrs James M Fairbanks of West Concord also noted.

Concord Benam A Moody Devens Street Moody Charlestown Laura A Dckson Hillside Farm Triniiarian Congregational Church Concord Cooperative Bank Concord Woman's Club James M Marion) Fairbanks West Concord

Allen French Reelected President of Concord Antiquarian Society

The Concord Antiquarian Society held a combined annual meeting and social at the Antiquarian House on Monday evening. Allen French of Nashawtknye Road was reelected president, with officers including Harry B. Little and Mrs. Henry F. Smith as vice presidents and Mrs. Gaylord C. Cummin as secretary. The house welcomed 4194 visitors this year, down from 1931, and will close for the season.

Concord Antiquarian Society Antiquarian House Allen French Nashawtlle Road French Harry B. Little Henry F. Smith David A. Baldwin Jed A. Tower Gaylord C. Cummin Roger I. Swaim George P

Thanksgiving Union Service Brings Concord Churches Together

The annual Thanksgiving union service of Protestant churches in Concord and West Concord was held Thursday morning at West Concord Union Church. A special collection supported the unemployed and needy. Clergy from multiple denominations led prayers, scripture readings, and the Governor's proclamation was read.

Concord West Concord West Concord Union Alfred Wheeler Stone Union Churendy Olaf M. Johnsen Norwegian Evangelical Free Church Harland 3. Evans Methodist Episcopal Church Charles Russell Peck Trinity Episcopal Church George Loring Thurlow Trinitarian Congregational Church Edward Perry Daniels First Parish Unitarian Mr. Stone

Santa Busy Preparing Town Christmas Cheer

An old man argues against Santa but the jovial figure remains set to visit town this season. Local stores display Christmas items as merchants ready for the holidays while organizations plan Christmas tree parties and carols echo in the lead up to the festive season.

Maynard Thont Santa Claus

Boy Drowns In Assabet River Near Maynard

A five year old boy Son of Mr and Mrs George Thompson of 32 Great Road drowned yesterday afternoon in the Assabet River near the Lowell Bus Lines garage. He fell through the ice while playing on the edge. a youth named Waino Liasanen retrieved the body with help from Bradford Case. Doctors from Lovell Bus Line and Emerson Hospital failed to revive him after extensive efforts. Funeral services are set for Thursday at 2 30 p m at the home conducted by Rev Matthew Vance.

Maynard Roger George Thompson Great Road Assabet Ivergeant Lowell Bus Lines Bradford Case Edward Flahercy Karl Ryan Lovell Avery Emerson Concord Mathew Vance Congregational Church

Woman's Club Guest Night Draws Many Members

The Maynard Woman's Club hosted a guest night at George Washington Auditorium. President Mrs Edward MacPherson and Vice President Miss Harriet Naylor greeted attendees. The program featured Maude Huntington, Benjamin and Rath Toole, Ward Moarditch, and artists including Mrs Frances Arete, with vocal and piano numbers and high audience acclaim.

Maynard Maynard Womans Lab George Washington Auditorium Edward MacPherson Harriet Naylor James Keaton Bella Celia Civlyet Eietaa Welcomie Maude Huntington Benjamin and Rath Toelane Hel Ward Moarditch Frances Arete Wis Dunist

Masons Hear Pinafore in Tabloid Form at Concord

Masons in Concord welcomed a Gilbert and Sullivan production of Pinafore in a tabloid form at the Masonic Temple Monday evening. Maynard talent Miss Mina Ruble Miss Helen Pinchlitte and Mr Salloway led a capable cast with strong solo work and a polished chorus. a supper followed with notable visitors from nearby chapters. Mrs Mary D Avignon of Malden died Tuesday. funeral tomorrow at St Bridget's cemetery in Maynard.

Waidei Ares Masonic Temple Lisiitl Maynard Gibert and Sullivan Mansiud Josephine Mina Ruble Butterfly Helen Pinchlitte Helen Edwin Carlton Kate Rackstraw Harkin Cook Sullowasy Joseph Porter Ebmer Cook Dick Deudene Ally George Lawton William Johnson Hiram Parkin Aten Palaver Willa Jones Tlaze Dtlhoaaper Goddard Lindsey N. Smith Oelook Duncan G Chapman Lin Pearl. Wiley Houghton Marlboro George W Packard Merrill Haynes Fort Industry Voledo Oho Harry Yiffin Keene Nhl Mary D'Avignon Malden St. Bridget’s Cemetery D'Avignon Shirley Jones Tremont Street

Activity Of Athletic Association Dance And Projects

Soul Acton announces the Athletic Association dance on December 6 at Exchange Hall with Pepper Boye and Pepper to entertain. A $1 bus ride will be given to lucky-number holders. Proceeds fund Jones Memorial Field and future plans include a tennis court and swimming pool. A basketball committee will explore winter play at Exchange gym and report. Attend the dance or buy tickets from members to support community sport.

Soul Acton George Simitu Pepper Boye Poaan Ail Woo Jotun OC T Deh Efainan Ta. Lownen Tenmry Soar Karl Jones Me. Jadlonton Dy. Lewlem B. Bursaw Carl Ieint Jones Poport Frank Price Brank Hom Dad

Centennial marks Louisa May Alcott birthday observance

Concord hosts Alcott Memorial Association open house at 9 Orchard House on Lexington Road. Visitors view the birthplace and writings of Louisa May Alcott with baskets of apples offered to each guest as hundreds visit during the centennial observance. Miss Rebekah M. Drees guides tours while officers welcome attendees. A December 7 whist party at Odd Fellows hall is announced under Famous Players auspices.

Main St Marlboro Mass Joseph Bearak Harry L. Cohn United States District Court For District of Massachusetts Louisa May Alcott Clidren Concord Alcott Memorial Association Lexington Road Alcott Association Tds Rebekah M. Drees Alcott Memorial Assoiation Mes Woodward Miln Street Assciaton Associaton Afteals Odd Fellows Hall Famous Players Odd Fellows and Rebekahs

Legion Post Party Christmas Tree Event at Odd Fellows Hall

Maynard Demars Post Auxiliary hosts its annual Christmas tree party at Odd Fellows hall on Sunday December 18. Mrs. Lous Evers chairs with a large committee including Mrs Joseph Dineen Miss Grace Sweeney Miss Eleanor Sheridan and many others.

Maynard Receives Rum State Treas Refund Details

Town treasurer reports a state refund of 9 379.57 to Maynard including 331 income tax 10 572 41 from corporation tax and 631 78 from electric light and telephone tax plus 384 71 from Trust Co. and other line items. Officials anticipate net funds nearly a thousand dollars for local use and note prior annual receipts were 48 097 this year versus 61 104 last year.

Creck Ag Do Opbove Ion Eetrie Light and. Company and Telephone Corporation Trust Co

Major Michael J. Dee Is Appointed Deputy Superintendent

Concord reports Major Michael J. Dee receives appointment as Deputy Superintendent of the state reformatory, succeeding Supt. Charles Dadweap en Nis after decades of service. Dee, born in Concord, served in the 26th Division and Navy Club ties, with nine children and long involvement in local veteran and civic organizations.

A. Warren Stearns Michael J. Dee Charles “P Dadwe Metary Co . M Vo M Comcord Ots Cain Codi Pine 26Th di Nates Charl Ile Concord Concord Fight YD Club Navy Club Veterans' Association James J. Moost American Legion Concord Council Columbus Lodge of Elks Elm Street Mulcahy Othe Horse Cor Door Island Governor's Council Percy Wy

Died Thursday in New York

A death notice from New York lists Pasty Jrisdal of Maynard and others among survivors. The fragmentary obit mentions Mrs Frederica Kauppi of Bryville on the Cape and several siblings.

New York Peani Vines Los New Daghaud Dart Goldman Ovele Oliver Ritiio Diets Patie Wil WY Konippis York City Frederica Kauppi Bryville Cape Hugo Siarinen Ve Manning Frank Marks Ose Kauppi Reino Kauppi Maynard

Local Mills Hummed By Industrial Trade Report

Advent of the Christmas season brings noted activity in the textile trade as mills report steady work and rising demand. Merchants and townspeople anticipate continued business into New Year while local industry adapts to higher output and market conditions.

Maviard Adibery Tocol Devey

Death of Utica man Arthur Silloway at 76

Arthur Silloway of Utica New York died last night at age 76 after a long illness. He resided in the area for years and was employed in a flag factory until retirement. He is survived by five grandchildren and other relatives. Funeral arrangements were to be announced this afternoon.

Arthur Silloway Grea Utica N. Y Ness Sey

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ST. Bridget's Parish Visitation Sherill St. George's A. O. H. and Auxiliary Furniture Stores Mrs. Benj. Moody Santa Geo. H. Haskell George A. Stevens Assabet River Roger Thompson George Jf. Haskell New England Telephone and Telegraph Company Caarge George A Stevens Salem Wnider P Haskell Exchange Whig Acton Hudson Marlees Maynard Northboro Sudbury Westboro Stevens Will Woman's Club Maynard Club Activities of Athletic Association Louisa M. Alcott Miss. Alcott Aho Go Lian O& Lsss Hol Joun Piawrhorne Lmiessen Thoreau Gom Miss Alcott Concord High School Voice Legion Post Party RUM State TREAS Finnyge Fy Guterigge Wits Ampareat Woolen Co Milic Tyewetron Gad Frank €. Sheridan Flerhert Martin George Stock Alice Beet Mr. Long Massachusetts Regatory Charles T. Judge Waino Kauppi Wiz Ard Cornetist Indus
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