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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1925
Page
8
Fragmentary text indicates a Pioneer involved in a Concord garage business with a foreman named Mr. after a dispute or incident. The readable lines reference a person and role but lack clear events, dates, or outcomes. Further readable context would be needed for a precise summary.
Robinson of Westwood and the Headquarterr Company of the 101st will represent Bedford men. Medford’s Company E and Somerville’s Company B join the Provincial Army with the 101st Engineers Band providing a fife and drum in the White Cockade tune. Lieutenant Colonel Leonard will impersonate Captain Laurie at the Bridge, with Captain L J Edmands as second in command.
Alfred McCleary the town moderator announces a Sewerage Committee of O. Bower, Wm F Litchfield, Albert Batley, Hartwell Flood, Driscoll and Otte. The committee wins the election on the vote of the residents regarding approval of the makeup and duties. Walden Pond State Cambridge March 31 1986 April 1 8 15.
Fragmentary notes show discussions on appointing a committee to report on a community system. The text references recommendations from a part of a board and mentions a vote to report, with emphasis on ongoing plans and year-end considerations.
Reduction of entrance fee to sixteen dollars discussed for Maynard Country Club members. Regular dues set at thirty five dollars annually. club secretary Roy V. McCormack handles membership details. B L Lynch and William Pit report jury service at the Superior Court. a note on an illness in the McCormack family and a winter trip to Florida.
A historical account of Middlesex Mutual Fire Insurance Company from 1826 to 1926 outlines its incorporation after local meetings in Concord and Tyngsboro, first board members Abiel Heywood and others, initial chartered capital, transition from assessments to fixed premiums, notable fires in Chelsea Bangor and Salem, and the company’s expansion with over 600 agents across New England and leaders Prescott Keyes and Eliot R. Howard.
A three ton bread truck bound for a local chain store collided with a milk truck owned by Zander Bros of Stow and driven by Hens Hendrickson on Main Street near the M B Lynch store early Tuesday. The crash capsized the bread truck and blocked traffic for about an hour while authorities responded and the milk truck sustained rear damage with broken milk bottles. The scene included scattered debris and spilled cargo as emergency crews worked to clear the roadway.
In a Crib Tournament fifth game Acton trailed but Concord won by ten points reversing last week’s eight point Acton lead. Key Concord players Mesara Derby and Willis starred while Grimes and Gates led Acton. Next games are April 17 and 24 with a turkey supper at Beach's Cafe in West Acton for winners.
A historical marker marks the Minute Man Monument at Old North Bridge commemorating the colonial stand that helped spark the American Revolution. The site highlights the 1775 confrontation between colonial militiamen and British troops and draws visitors for education and reflection.
A military band performs a public pantomime concert in front of a pubile ry venue. The event draws local residents and features marching tunes and ceremonial music.
The Concord Fight anniversary parade features the Old Concord Coach as a centerpiece. The stage coach, 100 to 450 years old, will travel Boston to Keene route with original curtains and upholstery, carried by Mrs. Horton Edmands and Mrs. Caleb Wheler, plus Miss Pauline Bodman and Miss Beula Taylor in period attire.
The Literary Exercises are set for Monday afternoon April 20 at five at the State Armory Everett Street. Speakers include Hon H B Loring Young War Secretary Weeks Pershing Macdonnell Governor Fuller and others with a chorus of one hundred directed by Arthur Motter Lamb and Prescott Keyes presiding. Admission limited to tickets sold at Concord Rexall Store. Also notes on athletics events and a football game Concord High vs Fore River.
For the 160th anniversary in Concord on April 19 and 20, Manager Flashell arranges telephonic service from a tent on the green. A private Branch change Switch Board will link booth stations to handle public demand. Forrest A. Johnston of Marblehead and John J. Cochrane of Framingham coordinate. Twenty five extra telephone stations support police and traffic needs during the event.
The Brown Grain Co grew steadily for fifty years becoming the best known of its kind in New England. Founded in 1875 by W Brown, the business saw a long line of successors, leading to the present company with A. Burbeck as general manager and later changes in leadership through 1920. The firm remained among New England’s largest grain businesses despite setbacks.
Opened in spring 1921 Homeworth offers a welcoming dining room and inviting grounds for a select group of guests. The rear garden provides flowers fresh vegetables and eggs from Mrs. Cooks hen flock. Home-cooked meals and serene surroundings satisfy visitors seeking a refined residence.
The coach will be driven by Frederick Conant of Concord Junction and William Drysdale, also of Concord Junction, serving as outrider for the event.
A forthcoming ruling will require all milk sold in towns near Boston to be pasteurized or from a twverculin tested herd. The Middlesex County Bulletin notes the justice of the rule but warns producers and small dealers must consider market changes.
The article argues for stronger milk cooperatives to keep farmers from selling below value. It notes eight Massachusetts dairy coops, with the strongest in the state, and urges direct selling to improve market control for Middlesex County producers.
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