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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1946
Page
8
The club's executive planned next Wednesday's home talent event, with May work day noted. A school meeting is set for 1 30 and a church men's club gathering follows at 8 09. Officers were announced at the April meeting.
The board announces an application for a taxi stand at 123 Maynard. The hearing is in the Selectmen's Building with Chairman P Dineen and Secretary J Bain presiding. Apr 4. Apr 11.
The probate court appoints an administrator with will annexed for the estate of M. Alicia Robertson of Sudbury. The filing requires an appearance before the court on or before April 10, 1946, at ten forenoon. Jordan, Register. Apr. 4, 11, 18
In an anecdote from Stephen Leacock the author recalls asking a student about next term. The student jokes about becoming a choirmaster, noting music and architecture courses occur at nine ten and one o clock.
Dr Behyi Hsieh a Chinese scholar and former Boston resident chats with a Scot about his favorite pastime of boating. The Scotsman asks how Chinese canoes compare to Scottish boats and Hsieh replies that they are similar but Chinese canoes tip easily and cause little trouble.
A mother warns Doris about continued misbehavior, saying children mirror misconduct. Doris quips that the warning reveals the mother’s own faults, highlighting a playful family exchange.
The scene shows a boss asking why the new usher took the job while the new worker admits having already watched the film. Dialogue highlights confusion over responsibilities and expectations in a cinema setting.
In a terse exchange a man asks what brings the greatest comfort in time of trial and is told acquittal. The dialogue centers on relief from legal jeopardy and the human need for freedom after hardship.
In a playful exchange the Actor notes how the crowd cried at the death scene while the Actress points out four of the audience realized it was all acting.
A conversation between a husband and wife returns to a playful nightly exchange. The couple quips about what was said and how expressions have changed, revealing affectionate routines.
A brief quarrel erupts when one person accuses another of poking with an umbrella. The accused denies the action and explains the umbrella belongs to a friend, ending the disagreement with a clarification.
In a terse exchange Barry says his wife is intelligent, while Jerry counters by remarking she seems to have little sense. The brief dialogue hints at strain in the couple's relationship through sharp, ironic banter.
A fragmented line from a historical page references a woman and a sweeping action behind a door. The legible words hint at a domestic scene but lack clear event or dates to establish a full report.
A dialogue snapshot shows a judge questioning a prisoner about age and identity. The prisoner notes his birth record burned in 1910 making verification difficult, and the judge presses on the claim of being thirty. The exchange ends with a brief exchange about future expectations.
Six tables of bridge were played Tuesday afternoon at Mrs Harden L Bodkin s home on South Road Winners were Mrs Gilbert A Phillips Mrs Joseph J Holpkinson Mrs Maude 8 S Comeley Mrs Edward Godfrey Mrs Martin F McMahon and Mrs Irvin Puffer Assisting were Mrs Herbert L Clark Mrs Russell C Dodge and Mrs Wilbur L Wells A party will follow April 23 at Mrs James B Laffin s Concord Street residence Pvt Charles O Dowd son of Mr and Mrs Edward O Dowd of School Avenue has returned home after honorable discharge from the U S Army He lived with his wife and son in West Concord.
Mr and Mrs Irvin M Puffer of Carlisle observed the twenty third anniversary of their marriage on April 3 Their wedding took place April 3 1923 They have two daughters Norma and Barbara and a son Irven all of Carlisle.
Bedford couple Mr and Mrs Jack Miller of Hume Road will observe the third anniversary of their marriage on April 11 with family and friends.
A&P Home Makers notes spinach long valued for its minerals and vitamins. Modern packaging aids market access including canned and pre washed forms. Practical tips cover cleaning in running water, boiling briefly, and flavor options with garlic onion or sauces.
Mr and Mrs Thomas J Kiely announce the birth of a daughter Susan Elizabeth at Symnes Arlington hospital on Sunday March 17.
Birth announcements list six year old Henrie Dutton of South Street April 6 along with Joyce Clark on April 6 from School Avenue and Noreen McGovern of Hartwell Road April 9. James Joseph Albani of Schoolway April 8 and Joan Mary Kelley of Great Road celebrate birthdays with families.
An appeal urges young women to enter nursing fields at the Bedford hospital. Applicants must be 18 years old and may apply at the hospital of their choice. Those unable to qualify for a three year course can become nurses aides to assist hospitals. Aides at Bedford hospital are noted for their valuable work. courses are periodically available, and interested individuals should contact Bedford hospital.
Local calendar lists Red Cross sewing rooms at Concord High School. St. Bernard's CYO and library gatherings. Various clubs church groups and civic meetings scheduled from Friday to Thursday across town venues including Town House Armory and State Armory.
Local firemen faced four alarms on Thursday and a high wind day Friday. A blaze on North Main Street started by a gang burning the railroad bed burned about 150 acres of woodland and damaged several cars on John Canessa's used car lot. Westford and Littleton companies aided the response.
Firefighters from Acton Maynard and state forest crews contended with two fires that damaged fruit trees and an apple shed near Berry's land and Wetherbee Road. Residents aided by wetting lawns while volunteers patrolled through the night to prevent further outbreaks. Red Cross disaster chairwoman coordinated meals and relief as officials praised the local fire department's handling of multiple blazes with no injuries reported.
Homemakers who have not received a bulletin from the County Extension Service are urged to contact local offices for guidance. The notice references a sugar saving dessert plan and coordinating with county staff.
Bedford reports the oldest house town is that of Mr and Warren H Dutton on the Nal Road during the year Bedford residents used quarts of milk and quarts of cream. The Town Hall receives a new boiler and the clock was repaired. Dances and events expected to resume. Clark's Dam lowered six feet to aid water conditions as Palmari notes uncertain outcomes. Bedford pumped 67 428 500 Yak tons of water last year.
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