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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1949
Page
11
A fragmented passage outlines shifts in agricultural policy, noting moves to end parity and to set a price by averaging the last decade's boom years. It references official discussion and a new formula but lacks complete details. The text hints at farm sector reforms and economic benchmarks guiding future pricing.
A Farm Bureau meeting attacks government price supports for meats eggs and milk arguing they force farmers to take checks and obey farm agencies rules creating a form of dependence. The minutes show strong opposition to cradle to the grave medical security and a NO vote on the administration farm plan.
Concord reports 39 percent of goal as Trowbridge, president of the Bay State Society for the Crippled and Handicapped, says no other choice but to keep funds open. Lesley leads with 116 percent, Palmer 100, Amherst 96, Ware 94, while Boston 53, Worcester 60, Fall River 65, Haverhill 75, Lawrence 56, New Bedford 60, Springfield 58 and Taunton 51.
A new cross was placed at St Bernard’s in time for the Easter observance. The church will mark the season with the updated symbol in the churchyard and services.
A local notice states water accounts will be produced for Ily Gee Deme of Otenntey in America. The brief lacks further details on due dates or charges and does not specify an issuing authority.
Easter services were observed in Concord and West Concord last Sunday despite cold winds. Sunrise service atop Annursnac Hill was conducted by the Young People's Society of West Concord Union Church, followed by a high mass at St Bernard's Church at 10 o'clock.
Community women plan a rummage sale to support the hospital. They list volunteers and call for donations from homes. Anyone wishing to donate or arrange pickup should contact Mrs Philips at Concord 1493. They seek active workers and emphasize volunteers will sell items to raise funds.
The Scouts of Troop 33 went on a camping trip to Camp Bedford in West Concord, enjoying outdoor activities and communal camping routines.
Concord reports Hawthorne Chapter No 48 Order of Eastern Star installed Mrs Nina Zumwalt Crescent road as the new worthy matron succeeding Mrs Doris G Trees. The ceremony at Masonic Temple included Miss Mary F McGoldrick installing matron with a full slate of officers and ushers.
Concord Council Knights of Columbus holds its next regular meeting on Tuesday night at 8 o'clock in Monument hall council rooms Grand Knight George S Lawton presiding and a nominating item on officers for June discussed Also plans for the Fourth of July program in Concord are on the agenda.
E Whittemore of West announces the engagement of their daughter Concord Mr and Mrs William Concord Mrs Elmer L Joslin 088 Risaane street Concord Mr Joslin attended one half years with the U S Navy A May wedding is planned.
The Enterprise corrects a misnaming in last week's Easter program listing Mrs. Anne Root Mc Grath as read in reference to the Wen Concord church events. The paper notes the error and apologizes.
The essay argues that democracy mirrors Christian principles, values individual dignity, and links freedom with responsible, collective action. It contrasts democracy with totalitarian rule, praises free speech and participation, and notes education and culture as avenues for personal development, citing Socrates and noting Concord student Vercen Saunders won second prize in the Elks contest.
Funeral services are planned for Mrs Mette Jensen Jacobson 75 who died at her home 99 Thor Avenue in Concord. Details note her late husband Anton Jacobson and two children among survivors with arrangements to be announced by the Concord Funeral Home.
Concord venues including the Antiquarian House and the Louisa May Alcott House in Lexington announce seasonal hours. The Antiquarian House will be open Tuesday through Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and Sundays 2 to 3 pm, closed Mondays. Alcott House opens Tuesday and will later limit to weekends until May 1, then daily 10 am to 5 pm except Mondays and 2 to 6 pm Sundays.
West Concord resident Excellent E. LaForest Robbins will preside at the Walden Chapter meeting. A program is to be announced during the business session.
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