Census Office Opens in Concord Junction
Middlesex county supervisor J J Sullivan has opened census offices in Lapham's block. Mrs Earl Prescott of Wayland visited with her parents Mr and Mrs H W Tripp. William H Wood and daughter Mrs Fred Rockies left their Main street home for St Petersburg Florida for the winter. Fred Moreau of East Jaffrey NH visits his mother Lydia Moreau on Cottage Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Sullivan
Middlesex County
Lapham
Earl Prescott
Wayland
H. W. Tripp
William H. Wood
Fred Rockies
St. Petersburg
Fla
Fred Moreau
East Jaffrey
Lydia Moreau
Rally Day at Church School Promotes Religious Training
Rev Alfred Wheeler Stone ministers at 10 30 morning service on The Need of Religious Training for Our Young People. Noon session features reports from Northfield School delegates. Wednesday teachers meeting led by Miss Lucy Gardner. 7 oclock evening illustrated Japan in Springtime lecture. Tuesday prayer meeting at 7 30. All welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church School
Northfield School of Religious Education
Lucy M. Gardner
Massachusetts Sunday School Association
Japan
Concord Legion Post Seeks Veterans for Charter Membership
Members urged to enroll before November 11. Eligibility covers Concord residents who served in U S armed forces during 1917 1981, plus eligible non residents. Noneligible groups include Red Cross workers and YMCA staff though Yeowomen and Army nurses may join. More than 400 eligible, post has 225 members and two delegates at the State convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord
American Legion
United States
Edward B. Caiger
Mass
Thomas J Mansfield
Red Cross
Y.M.C. A
Yeowomen
Concord Roll of Honor
Concord State Armory
Thomas J. Mansfield
Horton Edmonds
William J. Ryan
Matthew Hammond
Mansfield
Concord Company
State Guard
James J. Mansfield
American Legion of Concord
11Th Regiment
Mass. State Guard
Sudbury Notables and Town Happenings Reported
Arthur Dakin has moved to work at the Witham water factory and Charles Brackett has a new truck for town service. The Methodist women plan the next church fair and supper. Several residents and guests are noted including Detar and Andrews of New Hampshire, and visits by H. I. Rice, W. M. Warmenter, and Webster Lowell. The American Legion met at Town Hall and will host a dance on November 11. Leigh Hammond recently returned from overseas and is being treated at Rutland sanitarium. Town affairs include farm bureau meeting and Red Cross dues change. The harvest dinner was well received with a smaller crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Dakin
Witham Watcr
Charles Brackett
Andrews
New Hampshire
H. Ih. Rice
Frank Cutting
Roger
Charles Hi. Way
Webster Lowell
Alden Lowell
Franklin
N. H
Harry
Helen Rice
Arke
Staples
Kathryn
Il. C. Hunt
Harry Chase
Unitarian Church
Mr. Wood
New York
American Legion
Town Hall
Stephen Naugler
Prince Edward Island
Arthur Hawes
Arthur White
Grange Hall
Farm Bureau
Lucius P. Bent
Harold
Feleh
Oviatt
L. P ‘Goulding
Cottin
Acton
Mr Goulding
Augustus
Frank Hadley
Connecticut
Rhode Island
Masschusetts
James Hammond
Leigh
Rutland Sanitarium
Tire Demonstration Day At Torrey & Vialle Garage
Tire experts from Goodyear and Boston salesman A P Lilliquist led a free public demonstration at the Torrey and Vialle garage. The event covered tire making, wear causes, inflation, loading, tread cuts, wheel alignment, and stone bruise care, with lectures and discussions. Over 200 owners and drivers attended to learn tire care and save costs through better maintenance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Torrey & Vialle
FB. N. Grege
Goodyear Tire Factory
A. P. Lilliquist
Boston
Concord Council Hosts Dance at Monument Hall
Concord Council and Ko of entered a large group of friends for a Monday evening dance at Monument Hall on Oct. 14. Sheridan's orchestra from Maynard provided music and dancing continued until 1 o'clock with hall well filled and revelers staying to the finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord Council, Ko
Monument Hall
Sheridan
Maynard
Third Round Golf Championship At Country Club
The club golf championship third round was played Saturday with winners H. S. Townsend Howard Snelling R. J. Eaton and H. B Hosmer. Townsend beat George Keyes 3 and 1 Snelling defeated Edward F. Loughlin 4 and 2 Eaton prevailed over Eliot R. Howard 1 and 3 Hosmer beat Francis Brooks 4 and ?.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Country Club
Herbert S. Townsend
Howard Snelling
Richard J. Eaton
Herbert B Hosmer
H. S. Townsend
George Keyes
Edward F. Loughlin
R. J. Eaton
Eliot
R. Howard
H. B Hosmer
Francis Brooks
Plantation melodies program at Trinitarian Church
A trio of Colored singers from Straight College New Orleans will perform plantation melodies and folk songs with stories of the Southland at Trinitarian Church Hub bard street Friday Oct 17 at 7 45 pm An offering benefits the college General invitation extended The pastor will lead Sunday services at 10 45 am and 7 pm with Babel Builders or The True Inspiration of Life as morning subject The Red Cross program by H J Barrett and Dorothy Tewksbury was presented last Friday and a drive for new or renewed memberships runs Nov 2 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Straight College
Straight University
New Orleans
Southland
Chapel of the Trinitarian Church
Hubbard St
Plymouth
The
Red Cross
H. J. Barrett
Dorothy Tewksbury
Maynard Installed Officers at Summer Hill Lodge
Summer Hill lodge A O W installed recently elected officers at a regular meeting at S O O F hall. Grand Master Workman George H Gorman of Fitchburg spoke. Installation by Samuel Wilson and Marlboro suite. New officers include Clarence McAuslin Master Workman James Sheridan Sr P M W Benjamin Brown foreman Hugo Kalander overseer John H Sheridan secretary John Thompson fin sec Charles Turnbull treasurer James Green halge inside watch Michael Murray outside watch Allie Martin trustee for three years Charles Turnbull Grand lodge representative Joan Sheridan alternate. A collation followed under Henry Connors Michael Murray and James Sheridan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Summer Hill Lodge
S. O. O. F. Hall
George H. Gorman
Fitchburg
Samuel Wilson
Marlboro
Clarence McAuslin
James Sheridan Sr
Benjamin Brown
Hugo Kalander
John H. Sheridan
John ©. Thompson
Charles Turnbull
James Greenhalge
Michael Murray
Allie Martin
Grand Lodge
Joan Sheridan
Henry Connors
James Sheridan
Womans Club Opens Year With New President
The Womans Club greeted its new president Mrs. Herbert Butterick Hosmer at a reception in old Teton hall. Mrs. George Minot Baker and Mrs. Frank A. Torrey attended as district and state leaders. Autumn colors, skilled decorations, and courteous refreshments highlighted the event amid easing wartime tension and rising membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Womans Club
Herbert Butterick Hosmer
George Minot Baker
State Federation of Women's Clubs
Frank A. Torrey
Groton
Teton Hall
Smith Owen Dexter
L. N. Fowler
Anna H. Burrill
Herbert B. Smith
Diphtheria Cases Decline in Concord Junction Schools
Diphtheria has been prevalent in Concord Junction schools. The Board of Health hired a special nurse to trace a carrier. Cases have fallen since the investigation, and experts expect the disease to be stamped out soon. Emphasis is placed on personal health and preventive measures such as rest exercise and nutritious food.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord Junction
Board of Health
Dance At Town Hall Sponsored By King Philip Club
A Monday evening dance at Town Hall under the King Philip club was well attended with guests from out of town. The Colonial Orchestra provided music and cream was served, making it a very good party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town Hall
King Philip Club
Colonial Orchestra
Methodist Church Schedule and Speakers Ahead of Worship
Sunday school at 1 a m. Preaching at 11 a m. Morning service in English with Epworth League at 7 p m. District Epworth League President A Emil of Brooklyn will speak. Evening sermon by Rev J B Skagen of Buffalo N Y. Holy communion will be partaken. Rev FE B Kluver extends hearty welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Il A. Om
Epworth League
A. Emil
Brooklyn
N. Y
S P. m
J. B. Skagen
Buffalo
FE. B. Kluver
Methodist church event features travel talk on South America
Morning service at the M. E. Church focused on Andrew with a full pews crowd. Dr. Spaulding delivered an illustrated evening address detailing travels in South America and shared valuable information for Methodist church interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Andrew
Spaulding
South America
Iestry
Rally at Concord Armory Highlights War Leaders
The Concord Armory crowd packed Friday for a John C Dolan club rally. Moving pictures of the Yankee Division in action drew applause and speakers including General Charles H. Cole U S Marshal John J Mitchell and Lieut John Dolan gave short talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord
John C Dolan Club
Charles H. Cole
U. S
John J. Mitchell
John ©. Dolan
Pratt Wins President's Cup At Concord Country Club
Burleigh L. Pratt toped the field with a 75 net to win the presidents cup in a Monday Concord golf event at Concord Country Club. The tourney also awarded three net prizes in a straight handicap medal with Thomas P. Brooks 76 net first, H. H. Brooks 77 net second, and M. K. Smith 79 net third. Also a local help wanted notice for two house workers at 86 Monument St Concord.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burleigh L. Pratt
Concord Country Club
Thomas P. Brooks
H. H. Brooks
M. K. Smith
West Acton Social Notes and Local Visits
Miss Mildred Gallant spent Sunday and a holiday at home Mrs A B Tasker of Roslindale visited during the week at the home of Dr Frank B E Tasker Apple pickers are in great demand this fall and the farmers are having a hard time to get help to do their work Mrs Alice OConnell Hill and her children spent the past week at her parents home Mr and Mrs Connell
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mildred Gallant
A. BR. Tasker
Roslindale
Frank BE. Tasker
Alice O'Connell Hill
Mro
Connell
Diphtheria Outreach At Concord Junction Schools
Dr Shaw Dr Wentworth and Dr Hutchins with a State doctor and two nurses conducted throat culture tests at West Concord schools on Thursday to curb a diphtheria surge reported over the past week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaw
Wentworth
Hutchins
West Concord
Had Enough of the Zoo Says Smithson Family
Smithson vents desire for a change from the zoo life at home. Pimpleton declines invitation, citing a bustling household with children who mimic animals and a wary mother-in-law. The couple seeks a new environment away from familiar routines.
Giant Guinea bean grows in local garden sighting
A seven pound Guinea bean measuring 12 inches across and 24 inches in circumference was grown by Robert Farquhar of his place. Described as peculiar and cucumber shaped this huge specimen is said to provide a hearty meal for a large family. It is the only one of its kind seen in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Farquhar
Stuart Farquhar
Legion Resolution Sent to Commanding Officer
The secretary is instructed to send a copy of the resolution to the Commanding Officer of the organization, adhering to the ideals of the American Legion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
World record speeds in running skating and skiing
The article notes that humans can run about 32 feet per second, the world record for 100 yards. It states skaters are not faster than runners with identical 100 yard records, while runners on skis have achieved notable speeds up to about 100 feet per second in leaps on skis.
Maynard Seeks Local Militia Armory
Hundreds of veterans returning home have sparked talk in Maynard about forming a militia company to petition the state to establish an armory. A local citizen cited a state official saying Maynard could secure an armory if interest proves strong enough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
Commonwealth
Pollyanna reading by Marion Clarke in Colonial Hall
A Boston reader Marion Hertha Clarke presented Pollyanna with Miss Florence Mann Thel Carlson Albert Goettler and George Lawton offering quartet interludes. Magdelene chapter CBS staged the event at Colonial Hall Tuesday night drawing a good audience despite bad weather.
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Marion Hertha Clarke
Boston
Florence Mann
Thel Carlson
Albert Goettler
George Lawton
Magdelene
CBS
Colonial Hall
Miss Clarke
Maude Gutteridge
Agnes*Howe
Frances Hawkes
Mona Priest
Mary Gates
Emma Greenhalge
Two Day Celebration Marks Finnish Workingmen’s Anniversary
The Finnish Workingmen's association observed its 16th anniversary with a two day event beginning Saturday. The Dramatic club presented Red Guards at Parker Street hall. Sunday features included band concerts gymnastics and vocal solos by the association choir at Puffer Road picnic grounds with delegates from many New England towns and cities attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Workinamen's Association
Red Guards
Parker St
The
Dramatic Club
Puffer Rd
New England
Pearl Anniversary Celebration for Mr and Mrs Wilson Cutter
Mr and Mrs Wilson Cutter celebrated their pearl wedding anniversary at their Walnut Street home with friends and gifts. They were married in Huddersfield England and have lived in Maynard for 27 years, 11 of which in Maynard, with music and a reception following the usual games and a collation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson Cutter
Walnut St
Huddersfield
England
Maynard
Woman's Club Opens 1919 20 Season Admits 30 Members
The Maynard Woman's Club opened its 1919 1920 season with 30 new members at a Tuesday afternoon meeting in Masonic hall. Mrs. George H. Merrick presided in her first term as president and welcomed members, noting the large enrollment as a good omen. A tribute was paid to the late Mrs. George Smith, and Mrs. Sadie Case was elected Thrift committee chair. Miss Florence King of Boston provided vocal solos and readings. tea followed in the banquet hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Smith
Sadie Case
Florence King
Boston
Pastor Atiyeh Hospitalized in New York for Appendicitis
Rev. E. N. Atiyeh of the Congregational church is in Presbyterian hospital New York City under observation in the surgical ward for appendicitis. He has undergone several tests and awaits a final diagnosis in a few days after a period of illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. N. Atiyeh
Congregational Church
Presbyterian Hospital
New York City
New York
Concord Honeymoon Visit Ends for Dusseaults
Mr and Mrs Emile Dusseault of Woonsocket Rhode Island returned home after a week in Concord with Mr and Mrs A R Jalbert Their wedding trip included Boston and Lowell and visits to Old Concord Massachusetts Reformatory A large reception was held in their honor in Concord and another in Woonsocket They will reside in Woonsocket
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emile Dusseault
Woonsocket
R. I
A. R. Jalbert
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Alfred Wheeler Stone
Concord Post
Sudbury
Gruber Bros
A. T. Haynes Co
Main Street
Maynard, Mass
K. OF
Trinitarian Church
Crawford
Crockery
Woman's Club
Methodist Episcopal Church
M. E. Church
Armory
Concord C. C. Club
Monument St
Liberty St
West Acton
Enterprise Ads
Pollyanna
di Stasio
Main ST
Hamburg
A. N. Hodgess
Fleisher
J. Lawton
Post Office
Fullenton Hat Shop
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