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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1955
Page
20
Womanly sewing hints show how to add decorative trimming to cotton separates. Techniques include butterfly motifs on rasp berry and pink fabrics, drawn from paper patterns, backed with tarlatan, and outlined with satin stitch using an automatic zigzagger.
The article details steps to wash and dry curtains so they hang straight and look professional. Tips cover dust removal with vacuum, measuring before laundering, batching curtains of the same size, marking lengths, bagging fragile fabrics, and using a stretcher or sheet guides for ironing. It also mentions dyeing faded curtains to restore color.
A note compares birth height of elephants to their mature height, stating three feet at birth and eight to ten feet at maturity, reflecting growth expectations for Indian elephants from a historical source.
The text explains Congress has limited authority on national holidays to DC. Armistice Day and Presidential Inauguration Day are district holidays, while most holidays are set by states and recognized for federal employees. It notes Treasury gift rules after Pearl Harbor and Guam’s status, from naval station to territory, and WWII territorial acquisitions including the Marianas and Bonins with unsettled status.
Air Force researchers trapped rhesus monkeys in north India to study disease spread near villages. They found low TB in wild monkeys away from people, but high transmission near human settlements, suggesting fleas and other factors move between populations. Scientists Freming Benson and Young directed the effort.
Mrs Bertha Moore once ran the town telephone exchange for 52 years in Endeavor Wisconsin. After retirement the dial service replaced the exchange and she chose not to have a new phone. The only telephone she kept was an old brass instrument turned into a lamp.
Martha Carson learns the power of a single fan. Charles King, a Grundy County farmer from Trenton, drives 800 miles to Nashville with meat and produce for her deep freeze. He negotiates a matinee price, fills a Trenton hall for a free evening show, and Carson performs to a packed crowd. Johnny Desmond begins a new Mutual radio series. Platter chatter notes Capitol and musicians like Jean Shepard Benny Goodman Woody Herman and Bob Manning with various records.
Public notice urges contributions to a cancer fund to be delivered through the local postmaster. The appeal seeks donations from readers to support patients and research through the postal channel.
Final preparations for the Patriots Day ball unfold in Concord on April 18. The Ray Dor ey orchestra returns after a successful prior showing. Co chairmen are Capt. Paul V. Dee and MSgt. John Clayton Jr. Tickets available via Company H members or at the door.
Buffalo based researchers from Amner Company warn against using any teaspoon for pediatric liquid medicines. They stress accurate measurement is essential as teaspoonfuls range from four to five cc and dosage spoons should be in every prescription cabinet to ensure correct dosing.
George Collins substituted for Al Hunter and defeated Boston’s Tommy Tibbs in a unanimous 10 round decision at Maple Arena. Tibbs led early as Collins, from New York City, secured the upset after Hunter could not fight due to training commitments.
Help needed to assist caretaker on private estate in Concord 22 evenings. Applicant should be able to perform outdoor tasks and maintain grounds. Contact by telephone for interviews and details.
Sudbury Troop 94 with leader Mrs Terrence DeLuca presented a three act adaptation of a fairy story in Sudbury Town Hall. Ann Harding directed the production and Barbara Podgurski acted as commentator and produced the cast. The 7th grade participants included Pamela Blake Carol Streeter Beverly Henderson Linda Peterson Patricia Moulton Barbara Ryan Sandra Borg Sandra Widdows Janice Long Janet Maenpan and Mary Ann Boyd.
The 5th and 6th grade rally occurs at Camp Virginis on April 21 from 10 a.m. to p.m. In case of rain, the event moves to the Sudbury School gym. Scouts should bring a nose bag lunch and a sit upon. Coke will be on sale.
Girl Scouts of the Bay Path Council report 32 888 boxes sold in the latest cookie sale with Sudbury troops contributing 2634 boxes. The grand total last year was 0080 dollars.
The board imposed 210 hours of punishment duty on two Boston patrolmen after they admitted to jostling during a disturbance. One officer appeared with a black eye at the hearing, and board members remained unsatisfied with the defense.
The Concord Antiquarian Society Museum at Lexington road and the Cambridge turnpike opens at 10 on Tuesday morning April 19. Gifts on exhibit include Wedgewood pieces. Tea will be served 3 to 5 in the panelled dining room.
Boston report says the House gave initial approval to a bill to raise eight full time district court judges pay from 9900 to 12000 annually aligning them with Municipal Court pay. Affected judges include Thom as J. Spring Charles I Taylor Haven Parker Lawrence G Brooks Frank L. Riley Walter D. Allen John M Noonan and Thomas J O Malley.
An instructional note explains lane usage and signaling expectations for drivers. It emphasizes left lane for passing, right lane for through traffic, and urges motorists to communicate intentions to others to maintain orderly movement.
A joint meeting of the Concord Citizens Council and the school committee discussed the new elementary school districting line and immediate planning needs. A subcommittee including Mrs Manion and others will study highway safety, costs, structure, and an architect, as town meeting funds allow.
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