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Newspaper

Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1920

Page

8

Sudbury Community Notes and Local Visits

William Bigelow of Boston guest of S. D. Perry. L. C. Hunt and family from Roxbury visit relatives. Sudbury Junior ball team won at Wayland. Mr. Stone returns home from Boston to Walter. Mrs. Mae Lowell returns to tea room duties in Wellesley. Methodist group planning kitchen repairs with Wayland plans. Borough Pomona attendees report large Northboro meeting. April 25 memorial concert at Memorial church featuring Mr Moyle. Pastor Hoyle promoted Interchurch World Movement and church attendance.

William Bigelow Boston S. D. Perry L. C. Hunt Roxbury Wayland Sudbury Boys Mr. Stone Walter May Davey Alice Swenzey L. E. Hawes Mae Lowell Wellesley Charles Way Haynes Pomona Northboro Fred Clark J. 8. Rice Richard B. Oliver Fred Noyes Charles Lowell Moyle J. S. Hoyle Hoyle Interchurch World Movement

Memorial Church Supper Draws Strong Attendance

A church supper at Memorial Church last week drew strong attendance. The event was organized by a committee chaired by Mrs. [name omitted], with Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Way among others. Menu featured cold meats macaroni three ways cabbage salad rolls Washington pie and coffee. Younger ladies served while a violin orchestra including Misses Ruth Ames Ruth Eaton and Ruth Davis provided music. Tables were decorated with flowers from Mark Beckwith greenhouse.

Memorial Church Co. Hall Way

Sudbury Defeats Boston University 17 to 3 in April Ball Game

A South Sudbury game on April 19 saw Sudbury beat Boston University 17 to 3. Players listed include Clarence Baldwin, Lester Baldwin, Frank Burr, Leslie Burr, Dick Piper, John Haynes, Brown, Chauncy Eaton, Arthur Hawes, and Roy Hawes. Bent installs electric motor to address water problem.

South Sudbury Boston University Sudbury Clarence Lester Baldwin Frank Leslie Burr Dick Piper John Haynes Brown Chauncy Eaton Arthur Roy Hawes Wyman Dha B. U Bent

Grange Meeting Discusses Rape Culture Topic

The Grange held an interesting session with speakers including the master and Stee iaen. F. Walker spoke on rape culture though unable to attend. Mrs Parl Stone provided no solos. Albert Gardner chaired the committee. Refreshments were served and attendance was good.

F. Walker Stee Iaen Parl Stone Albert Gardner

Goodman society elects officers in orderly meeting

The Goodman society elected officers at a meeting with L. E. Hawes as president and Mrs. L. E. Hawes as vice president. Mrs. 8. yg Be Cc. H. Way was named secretary and F. auditor. The report notes the society keeps itself in neat appearance.

Goodman Society L. E. Hawes H. Way

Local Notables and Travel Snippets From Marlboro Area

Marlboro D. F. Burke of Boston visited yesterday. Charles Avery works for John Hancock Life Insurance. Miss Ruth Brown spent the holiday with relatives in Winthrop. Maud Landry of Franklin and Irene Sullivan referenced in a brief note. Short item notes a probable change in fibers.

Charles Avery The John Hancock Life Insurance Co Ruth Brown Winthrop Maud Landryp Franklin Irene Sullivan

Lexington man on vacation attends Nashua convocation

Frank N. Goff of Lexington is spending a few days at his bungalow in East Pepperell. He plans to attend the 56th annual fast day convocation at Nashua.

Frank N. Goff Lexington Vd Concord East Pepperell Nashua

Fitchburg Scouts Camp at Concord Fair Grounds

About one hundred Fitchburg Boy Scouts camped at the Concord fair grounds from Saturday afternoon to Monday afternoon under Middlesex Insurance Co permission. Russell Smith led a Concord patrol gathering wood donated by Dr Edward W Emerson and a hay load from the road department. Scout Master Dudley of Troop 1 Centre visited Saturday evening to help Fitchburg boys learn town activities.

Fitchburg Fair Grounds Middlesex Insurance Co Russell Smith Concord Scouts Edward W. Emerson Road Department Dudley Centre Concord

Reid Family Holiday Visit Highlights Regional Ties

Dr. Robert Reid and the Reids of Newton plus Mrs. William Stewart and daughter of Pelham New York spent the holiday with Mr. and Mrs. R A Reid Jr. Mrs. L Merley of Wintertown also visited her daughter Mrs. R A Reid Jr in West Acton.

Robert Reid W. D. Reid Newton William Stewart Pelham New York R. A. Reid Jr L. Merley Wintertown R. A. Reid, Jr

Maynard Visitor Agnes Axford and Local Game Attendance

Maynard reports Agnes Axford from Rockville Connecticut visiting relatives. Jack Kelley of Shirley watched Concord versus Maynard at Pastime Hall Tuesday. Kol’s ankle still troubles him though he would play if not injured. Mrs John King of McKinley Sr. plans Boston hospital admission for treatment with possible blood transfusion from a son if needed.

Agnes Axford Fred Axford Rockville Jack Kelley Shirley Pastime Hall Kol John King McKinley Sr Boston

Finnish musician Hugo Kajander Joins Louki Band for Finland Tour

Hugo Kajander, noted saxophonist and bandleader, has been selected for the Louki band based in Monessen. The 50‑piece Finnish group will depart May 22 for a tour of Finland, with two concerts ahead of sailing on May 16. They will perform at Helsingfors International Fair in June. Kajander has spent 28 years since leaving Finland, including 20 years in Maynard where he married.

Finland Hugo Kajander Monessen Kajander Helsingfors

St George's Church thanks public for fair success

The general committee of St George's Church expresses sincere gratitude for public cooperation that made the recent fair a splendid success. Frank Seckels serves as Chairman of the Fair Committee.

Frank White Family Holiday Visit Mentioned in City

June mentions a Boston and Maine rail line time and a Brockton family visit. Fred Gauthier plans to open a cream and soda water establishment within a couple of weeks, signaling local business activity.

Boston and Maine Railroad Fred Gauthier

How Needles Are Made

A historical note explains needle production after 1885, describing machine aided steps. It details cutting veedie wire into eight foot lengths and coiling into a sixteen foot circumference, then cutting the coil into exact halves with heavy shears. Each half yields 100 pieces when cut.

Marlboro School Superintendent Preaches at Methodist Church

B P Carr Marlboro Schools superintendent preached at the Sunday morning services at the Methodist church. Everett Marchant of Boxboro purchased the Harry A Clark farm this week and plans to occupy the property soon. Mr and Mrs Charles Whitney of Uxbridge stayed with Mr and Mrs Thomas Wright at Acton street for the holiday.

Marlboro B. P. Carr Charles Whitney Uxbridge Thomas Wright Acton St Everett Marchant, Brown Sr Harry A. Clark Boxboro

Carrier system ready in Ali with boxes delayed

Postmaster A J Coughlan reports locally ready to start a carrier system on May 1 if street and combination boxes arrive. otherwise service may wait until June 1. House numbering and street boxes needed, mail addressed by street number. three routes planned with special delivery in the business district and deliveries at 9 am and 4 pm.

A. J. Coughlan Nason St Summer Glendale St Acton Concord St Brooks Summer St Concord Main St Mill Gate Great Rd Harriman St Sudbury St High St Park St Thompson St Fairfield Elmwood St Bancroft Parker St McKinley Waltham St Walcott Ave Powder Mill Rd Crane Ave Parker and

Mail Service Restored for Express Train to Boston

South Acton resumes mail service on the train to Boston with daily departure at 7 p.m. The mail closes at 6:10 p.m. and letters must be in the post office by 6 p.m. All letters should be in the office no later than 6 p.m.

Boston

Pastor Rev Ralph A Barker Church Services Schedule

Rev Ralph A Barker pastor leads Sunday morning service at 10 30 with Sunday school at 11 45 and evening praise and worship at 7 00 Friday prayer and social service follow at 7 30 The subject asks how should a merchant regard and advance the kingdom from Luke 16 1 15 Services at the usual standard times.

Ralph A. Barker

Republican Voters Organize League Banquet in Maynard Stow

A banquet at Masonic hall Friday hosts a Republican league meeting with over 400 invited Maynard and Stow citizens. Congressman John J. Rogers and Albert Brown lead the event to form a vote league. a small fee is charged for some cards while invited guests attend free. The gathering aims to organize the league and not to signal any delegate action amid quiet primary interest.

League of Republican Voters Masonic Hall Thomas Wright Republican Town ‘Committee Maynard and Stow John J. Rogers Albert Brown Wright

Sermon and Solo Pleases Congregational Audience

Rev. E. B. Bradley of Lincoln preached at the Congregational church last Sunday in exchange with the pastor. Harold Merriam of Wollaston sang two solos “He That Dwelleth” and “My Task” showing the breadth of his voice and steady improvement.

E. BE. Bradley Lincoln Congregational Church Harold Merriam Wollaston Burnham

Forest Service lecture series continues at high school

Nature Study and Forestry was the fifth Forest Service lecture by Prin H J Bates at the high school Thursday evening. The concluding talk will be Botany and Forestry. A large group of H S girls attended the Wayland game. Capt Roy Marsden missed the Concord game with finess. Some girls began walking to Concord Saturday with seven riders on the trolley. Next week Marlboro and Lexington games on the schedule. Report cards for March to April will be issued Friday. H W Brown, 1922, has left school.

Forest Service Prin. H. J. Bates Royal Roots Roy Marsden Concord Concord Junction Marlboro H Marlboro Lexington H H. W. Brown

Local Happenings At Concord Junction And Nearby

Concord Junction residents report returns from travels in the South and Florida. The Whitney family opened their Main street home after wintering in Florida. O Connell Mitchell and Kenneth spent the holiday in Taunton. William L Heureux, now of Boston, renewed acquaintances in town. Richard McCabe accepts a position with Simplex Wire and Cable Co in Boston. Mrs Jenness and Miss Elkins of Haverhill and Roxbury residents joined weekend events.

James Dunlope South George Whitney Florida C. X. O'Connell John Mitchell Kenneth Taunton William L'Heureux Boston Patriots’ Day Richard McCabe Simplex Wire and Cable Co William Jenness Mias A. Snore Elkins Haverhill Warren Roxbury

Maynard routs Connecticut Mills in Pastime Hall clash

Maynard defeated Connecticut Mills 76 to 32 at Pastime Hall Saturday night. The visitors were touted as Connecticut champions but two regulars were missing, making the game easy for Maynard from the opening whistle. Reddy dog ging Clancy provided a bit of comedy to enliven the match.

Maynard Connecticut Mills Pastime Hall Connecticut Reddy Clancy

Republicans Invite For Banquet To Launch League

Thomas Wright chairman of the Republican town committee announced this morning that all Republicans are welcome at the banquet Friday night at Masonic hall where a Republican league will be organized. Invitations have been mailed to many and those who have not received one may attend by notifying Wright before Thursday noon.

Thomas Wright Republican Town Committee Masonic Hall Noo Wright

Final Meeting Delivers Successful St George Church Fair

The general committee of St George's church held a final meeting Tuesday evening. The fair was a marked success in every respect and the committee thanks the public for its generous support. Frank Seckels chaired a zealous committee with parishioners contributing to the outcome.

St. George’s Church Frank Seckels

Loring Sister Dies Before Funeral Of Mrs Julia Loring

Mrs Hannah Cham berlain Emmett widow of James Emmett dies after lingering illness at 86, long time resident with sister Mrs Julia Loring on Barrett Mill road. Funeral Thursday at 2 pm from the Loring home burial in Sleepy Hollow Concord. Survived by husband James Emmett.

Julia Loring Barrett Mill Rd Hannah Chamberlain Emmett James Emmett Emmett Loring Sleepy Hollow Concord

Sunday School Class Heads Annual Tables Committees

The Sunday school class organized its annual tables with volunteers for Apron candy and food, led by Mrs. Benj Ingham, Mrs. Charles Gylvester, Mrs. Anna Hall, Mrs. Florence Pilling, Mrs. Mary King, Mrs. Geo G. Russell, Mrs. H I Judkins, Mrs. John W R MacKensie, Mrs. Charles Beck, Mrs. R H Damon, Mrs. Harry B McCormick, and Mrs. Nina Flynn overseeing ice cream.

Apron Benj. Ingham Charles Gylvester Anna Hall Florence Pilling Mary King Geo. G. Russell H. I. Judkins John WR. MacKensie Charles Beck R. H. Damon Harry B. McCormick Nina Flynn

Food Sale for Willow Rebekah Lodge at Adams & Bridges

Under the Willow Rebekah Lodge, a food sale is planned Friday at 3 o'clock in the Adams and Bridges store Commonwealth Avenue. The sale offers bread, cake, pies, doughnuts, preserves and fancy pastry, with donations urged and attendees urged to arrive early for selections.

Willow Rebekah Lodge Adams & Bridges

Successful Fair At Union Church Vestry

The Ladies' Union held a highly successful fair and entertainment in the vestry of the Union church on Friday with tastefully decorated tables. Under Mrs. W. B. Goddard Ms. W. A. Rodday and Ms. B. L. Pratt led planning and local talent provided an amusing evening. The grab bag attracted many children run by Miss Gertrude Rideout.

Ladies’ Union W. B. Goddard W. A. Rodday B. L. Pratt Gertrude Rideout

Wanted A girl to do second work

Mrs. Raymond Emerson advertises for a girl to perform second work duties. Telephone number 181M Concord provided for applicants.

Raymond Emerson Concord

Administratrix Appointed for Naima Kelander Estate

Lydia Lehto named administratrix of Naima Kelander late of Maynard Middlesex County deceased intestate she has posted bond and taken the trust All creditors must present claims and debtors pay to Leslie W Sims Mass April 20 1920 A21-28-M5

Naima Kelander Maynard County of Middlesex Leslie W. Sims Mass

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