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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1937
Page
1
Report outlines Lexington events around the 19th April celebration. Residents and visitors arrived early to secure spots for the parade and boat viewing along Lexing Road. The piece notes public sentiment on observances, local readiness, and civic pride amid waterfront activities and community efforts.
Readers react to a proposal about using the Reformatory area with comments and addresses submitted for publication. The note highlights signings and local opinion on Acton and surrounding communities.
A Jaffrey New Hampshire troop hosted a Scout gathering on a warm April day. Captain Miss Elizabeth Alexander led the event with Joseph Richardson in attendance as a guest of honor.
A damaged OCR snippet mentions Concord and nearby locations with unclear details suggesting a local incident or scene around the area. The readable words reference yesterday and people or events but lack concrete actions or entities.
Concord leaders publicly oppose moving the state prison from Charlestown to Concord arguing the town is quiet and lacks protective facilities. Board of Selectmen say the transfer would burden taxpayers and mar the town’s historic image while noting Charlestown can mobilize thousands of police if trouble arises.
The Catholic Daughters held a Tuesday meeting in Odd Fellows Hall West Concord showing motion pictures by Joseph Dee from Ireland. Frank Dee operated the projector while Miss Mary Connorton explained scenes. Also shown were flood memories from Concord and nearby towns and the May 1936 verdde in Concord. Martha Dee received applause for solos and dancing along with James and Joseph Ree Jr. Refreshments were served under Miss Madaline Ryan and Mrs. Agnes Dee and Mrs. Emma Dee.
The annual Middlesex Groton debate will be held at eight o'clock tonight at Middlesex School.
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The Cen Tee Military Ball at the Armory on Monday drew a large crowd. Decorations in red white and blue adorned the hall while Harry Botsford and his Glen P orchestra provided music. Notable guests included Major Crowell Major Hayesrom Medford Major Spooner Captain Parker and several veterans organizers. The event featured a grand march led by Lieutenant Hutchinson with Lt Otis Whitney as floor marshal.
Concord artist Pauline Chellis gave a final lesson last Friday at the D A R building in a lecture demonstration of modern dance. Three groups attended including children aged 6 to 8, youths 10 to 14, and adults, with about al guests present as the three demonstrations explored muscle control balance and grace through her method called 7 Dance.
The Walden Royal Arch Chapter announces its annual visitation. District deputy grand high priest Hent War ren B. Goddard, assisted by H. Marton Foley, will attend a 5 p.m. dinner followed by a 7 p.m. business meeting. A state meeting will be held in ic Hall.
The Concord Enterprise lists weekly club and church events. Executive Committee of Romeo meets, Young Republican Club gathers, Royal Arch Chapter visitation, West Concord Union Church prayer meeting, Our Lady of Indulgence Society dance.
Ellis of Concord announces ongoing operations despite a recent disastrous fire at the Bak er avenue plant. He credits conservative business principles and loyal support from friends and partners, with plans for normal expansion in chemicals, insecticides, and fungicides, though a partial reorganization will delay immediate progress.
A benefit dance by the Our Lady of Indulgence society will be held at the Veterans building in Concord on Wednesday evening April 28. Music will be provided by Olivier Brothers Delmac Club orchestra. The Italian women’s group is led by chairwoman Mrs. Leo Steffanelli and features committee members Mrs. Francis Squaltuito Mrs. Dominic Cusco Mrs. Samuel Deis Mrs. John Bartolomeo Mrs. George Vacanello Mrs. Santo Inferrerra Miss Angie Inferrerra Miss Mary Inferrerra Mrs. Joseph Spinnelli Miss Virginia Spinnelli.
Concord hosts Bay State Historical League on April 24 at 2 pm in the Vestry of First Parish Church. The meeting features a paper by Allen French on John and Samuel Hoar, with tea to follow at the Antiquarian House.
Miss Clahane, longtime Concord teacher born 1879, died after illness. She taught at Concord grade schools 36 years, received a 25 year service banquet recognition, and contributed to St Bernard’s parish and Americanization programs. Burial at Bernard’s cemetery after a High Mass at St Bernard’s Church.
Fires of incendiary origin devastate Paul Revere Farm barns and Gravenstein area near Concord, destroying two horses, a Chrysler sedan, truck, three autos, and farm equipment with total losses estimated around eight thousand dollars. Nearby structures including the Paine house suffer fire but are saved by Concord and Lexington crews.
A benefit screening titled Wanderings in Canadian Wilderness will be shown for Boy Scouts. The event is Friday April 20 at 8:00 pm at the Veterans' on Walden Street. Proceeds support attendees headed to the Washington jamboree.
The Executive Committee of the Young Republican Club will hold a meeting Sunday at eight o clock at the home of President Romeo DeCicci. Plans are being arranged for a large gathering in May with a varied program.
A crowded scene in Concord drew crowds opposing the dismissal of an ally as officials weigh political alignments. Activists voiced concern over the potential loss of support and stability amid shifting alliances.
Concorde reports the death of Mrs. Knowles widow of George Peat, with survivors including daughters Grace Bartlett of Honolulu and Mrs Harold H. Yest of California, and several grandchildren. The obituary notes her charm, generosity, and sympathy and mentions her Hawaiian surroundings.
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