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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1917
Page
3
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Middlesex Probate Court issues citation in the Mary Coughlan estate. Albert Coughlan petitions for probate of the will without bond. Court in Cambridge sets hearing for April 9 1917. Public notice to be published weekly for three weeks and mailed to known heirs. Signed by Judge Charles J McIntire.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Middlesex 88 Probate Court directs heirs creditors and interested parties to show cause why the estate of Francis Munro of Concord deceased intestate should not grant letter of administration to John Munro of Melrose without bond. Court in Cambridge Middlesex to convene April 13 1917 at 9 am. Public notice to run weekly for three weeks in the Concord Enterprise. Witness Charles J McIntire Esquire First Judge.
Middlesex probate notes urge heirs and all interested parties in the estate of Charlotte A Parmenter late of Sudbury to appear April 20 1917 at nine in the forenoon in Cambridge to show cause regarding the will presented by Clara L Parmenter and Frances G Miller executrices named without surety. Public notice must run weekly for three weeks in Sudbury Enterprise and be mailed or delivered to known heirs fourteen days before the court. Witness Charles J McIntire Register F M BSTY.
Margaret Ward named executrix of the will of William Nolan late of Sudbury Middlesex deceased she has given bond and named Henry C McKenna of Boston as agent all creditors must prove claims and debtors must pay to the executrix March 26 1917 notice also appoints administrator for Franklin B Sanborn Concord Middlesex deceased Robert S Goodwin of Concord named as administrator all creditors must present claims and debtors pay by due dates March 22 1917 NYC New York C New York.
A vintage ad describes worm related symptoms such as a swollen upper lip pale face and dull eyes. It promotes Dr True s Elixir the Family Laxative and Worm Expeller as a tonic and worm expeller with a testimonial from Mrs Geo Hilton Wells Maine. It invites readers to write for information and lists dealers.
The Middlesex Probate Court cites heirs next of kin and all interested persons regarding the potential will of John McSweeney of Concord. Elizabeth McSweeney seeks letters testamentary without bond. Court to convene April 12, 1917 at nine in the forenoon in Concord. Publication required weekly for three weeks.
Heirs at law of Susie Francis Meade late of Concord are cited to appear in Cambridge Probate Court on April 13 1917 at nine in the morning to show cause why Alexander I Peckham of Boston or another suitable person should not be granted administration. Public notice to be published weekly for three weeks. Witness Charles J McIntire Esquire on March 21 1917.
Probate Court at Cambridge to hear petition for administration of Ruth H Weston late of Lincoln Middlesex without bond. Citations require appearance April 23 1917 and weekly notice for three weeks. Also notice of administration with will annexed for Annie C Snyder late of Concord Middlesex with bond posted and demands shown to Arthur E Snyder adm Concord Junction Mass April 2 1917.
The Old Concord Post 180 of the Grand Army of the Republic offers its services to the town state or nation as the United States enters war. They advocate harsh measures against bomb throwers incendiaries and other treasonous acts and call for deportation of disloyal newcomers. Commander George M. Bowker signs the letter dated April 3 1917.
Maynard residents petition Middlesex County Commissioners to relocate Parker Street from Summer Street to the Sudbury line and repair it. The order sets a viewing and hearing on May 9 at 10 a.m. in Maynard with publication and postings and sheriff involvement.
At a March 31 public meeting the selectmen approved a nine member committee to serve as the Committee of Public Safety for Concord to aid soldiers sailors and dependents. Funds are needed with a suggested maximum donation of ten dollars. contributions may be sent to Treasurer Fred A. Tower or any committee member.
Walter K. Putney superintendent of Ashland public schools gave an illustrated talk on Birds and Their Value to All Mankind at Concord Grange. The meeting was held in lodge rooms last Tuesday evening April 3. Next gathering April 17 is neighbors night with Waltham Grange invited and providing entertainment. Supper precedes the meeting under Mrs. Marie Olsen. A large attendance is expected.
Members of the fire department adopted resolutions mourning Chief George G Morrell. They express condolence to his widow, acknowledge his experience and efficiency, and order copies sent to his wife and printed in the Concord Enterprise. Captain James W Mara and Clerk Daniel F Hennessy signed.
A long catalog of names appears in an advertisement style list including Henry H Benson H H Benson W A Call Frank V Doucette F R Jones Revs A Hi Kleiz James King James Jackson N B Keyes L Mason Abner Stow Schuyler Van Ness Mr and Mrs Geo M Wheeler W G Witcomb poet Volpe Mrs C H Day Mrs N F Emmons Miss Anna Haveland Mrs Grace L Howell Mrs A R Little Miss Mary Morrissey Mrs M L Macy Miss Ellamae McKee and Mrs G W Wheeler
Cadets held their first drill on Thursday afternoon with 65 boys reporting for initial instruction. Mr Hall will train them for two hours, three days weekly. Capt Dee will recruit officers to assist in the drilling.
A large Wednesday caucus discussed the water commissioners’ resignation amid personal tensions with the board of selectmen. Dr. F Pfeiffer Jr. urged sticking with the incumbents while Louis Pfeiffer opposed them. The town unanimously renominated Geo Dimond and H D Lyons, with a pending water main extension issue to be canceled.
Bedford Mass March 31 1917 patriotic services occurred at the First Parish meeting house at 3 pm with prayers by Rev Loren B Macdonald and singing of America. The flagpole was presented by Carrie A Bacon and flag by Charles Jenks. George R Blinn accepted as parish committee chair. Mary V2 Tewksbury led the Star Spangled Banner and D A R regent Mrs George R Blinn led the flag salute. Jenks noted the banner’s 52 year history foreshadowing freedom for all. Henry M Lewis & Co applied for a first class license to sell intoxicating liquors at the Bedford House Main Street.
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