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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1913
Page
9
Massachusetts law 1912 chapter 389 delays removal of license commissioners until Superior Court review. If removed, board member may appeal and continue duties until the court affirms the removal. The act took effect May 1, 1912, amid mixed dealer reactions.
Rev F X La riviere joined Miss Josephine Jusseaume and Henry Toupin in marriage at St Marys parish. Witnesses John B Jusseaume and Xavier Martel. After receptions at the groom and bride homes, the couple tour the state and plan to reside with the bride’s parents on Lakeside avenue.
The Reading by Miss Ethel Camilla Jackson of Boston delighted Hospital benefit attendees in G A R hall on Tuesday afternoon. The performance of Myrtle Reed’s The Spinner in the Sun drew a full house and showcased Jackson’s dramatic skill.
Nearly 159 Marlboro Old Fellows joined a Worcester parade with Hudson lodge and the Marlboro brass band leading in four special cars. The 4000 to 5000 spectators marked it as Worcester’s largest parade in years, with a day of degrees, concerts, and a grand Mechanics Hall ball ending the 94th Odd Fellowship anniversary.
Cleophas Gaucher aged 63 years 3 months 5 days died Sunday night at 10 o clock at his home 10 Water street of cancer after a year of decline. Born in St Cesaire P Q he lived in Marlboro many years then Farmed near Grand Rapids before returning six years ago Survived by wife four daughters Mrs Louis Gour Mrs Edward Murphy Mrs Ovila Girouard Lena Gaucher and four sons Delphis Charles Homer Henry plus two brothers Delphis Adolphe Gaucher and sister Mrs Homer Bienvenu of St Cesaire.
One of the largest gatherings for a funeral at St Marys church marked the Saturday service for Mrs Victor Blanchette. Rev F X Lariviere led a high mass with choir and four assistants. The burial followed at the parish cemetery, with brothers in law Ludovic Bissonnette Alfred Menard Arthur Vaillant William Berthiaume acting as bearers. Relatives traveled from Worcester Webster Fitchburg Lynn Brockton Rockland and Hudson. Louis Buison oversaw the funeral arrangements.
The Monday meeting led by Mayor Gleason saw the board deny a full relocation of three Liberty street poles and vote to table others after Alderman Ghiloni opposed the request. Licenses granted included a bowling alley, junk dealers, and several building permits while a sidewalk hearing was set for Estabrook avenue.
The Newman club presented The Players Trio Percy Baker baritone Ruth Ivy violin and Mary Helen Pumphrey pianist in a school assembly hall musicale. The program featured Schubert Tausig Paganini Lipat Hubai Massenet Bohm and Chopin pieces with Baker Ivy and Pumphrey praised for rich tones and refined performance.
The O'Keefe Shoe Co reports a large order from Porto Rico received Monday. Mr. O'Keefe predicts a good business year ahead, noting factory activity depends on stock prices and weather. The shoe trade remains dull due to high stock costs and recent cold, dry weather.
Mr and Mrs Aptiir Pickering have returned from an apparent trip and visited the home of Mr and Mrs Jennison in Somerville. The short visit underscores local social ties and neighborhood exchanges.
The third degree was exemplified for 28 candidates in Preston hall on Monday evening before 400 Knights from Worcester and surrounding cities. Directed by M. H. Donahue, with Dr. T. W. McGee assisting, the event featured captain of the guard Linet Fitzpatrick and other district deputies. Merlin J. Mitchell praised the order. lunch followed at Hunter's block.
Miss Margaret A Giblin daughter of Mr and Mrs Patrick A Giblin of 6 Ringold Ave became the bride of John H Greenhalge of Beverly. Rev T B Lowney performed the ceremony at Immaculate Conception parish. Attendants were Michael F Giblin and Miss Dora M iblin. The bride wore cream serge and lace with pearl rosary. Bridesmaid in pale yellow chiffon over satin with black picture hat carried pink and white carnations. A reception and dinner followed at the bride’s parents home. The couple will reside in Beverly after a short wedding journey.
Mrs. Mary Burke Fee wife of John Fee died at her home after a 11 day illness from stomach trouble and grip. Born in Ireland she came to Worcester 60 years ago and resided here. Survived by husband four children Edward James Mary E Hannah sister Mrs Toohey Ringold Street and brother Patrick Boston. Funeral Thursday morning at Immaculate Conception Church.
Cupid busy as licenses surge at City Clerk P B Murphy's office. Emil Verrucci of 164 Chestnut Street and Miss Katherine Carrafello of 70 Winter Street applied for licenses. Jane F McGautey, library janitor, requested a license for Nora Cahill of 1243ige Street, and Leroy A Taylor sought to marry Amy Noyer of Tayden Street.
Q F Visitationen M Howarth district deputy grand master and suite attended Marlboro lodge of Odd Fellows Monday night for an initiatory degree. A supper was served by Clarence H Brigham Joseph I Aldrich Edric Temple Frank J Fay and Ellis Alexander. Hannigan resumed work at a Otis factory Monday after a two weeks vacation. Irene Mushrall and Darker and the holiday in Harry Gale of Keene NH was a guest of Marlboro relatives.
The Mizpar Circle held a pansy social at Miss Pearl Shaw's home on Gay Street Tuesday evening to honor Blanche Wheeler for winning the high school valedictory. Guests enjoyed games and a chocolate earth ice cream table centerpiece. Miss Wheeler was escorted home by the circle in a celebratory aisle.
Andrew Mayorskiewitz and wife Nellie appeared before Judge J. W. McDonald on Friday night for an assault on Mrs. Mary Jowell at 114 Howe. The woman sustained a head wound needing two stitches. Judge McDonald fined Mrs. Mayorskiewitz five dollars and placed the man on file. Attorney T. H. O Halloran represented the complainant.
Miss Nellie BH Anderson of Highland street hosted the P. N. G. association for its monthly gathering. Afternoon activities included an 80 dial event before guests moved to dinner at 6 30 where a fine repast was served. Mrs A B Howe then entertained with an account of her Bermuda trip.
The funeral was held for Mrs Mary Allet Mahoney wife of Dennis Mahoney at 47 Mechanic Street on Tuesday morning. Reverend Thomas B Lowney led the requiem Mass at Immaculate Conception Church with interment in the parish cemetery. Bearers included Jeremiah Breault J Frank Carney William F Heffron Dennis W O'Brien Daniel O'Connell and Richard Kelleher.
Miss Genevieve Ladd of HB Ladd's music store and Miss Marjorie Blandin of United Slice Machinery Co office travel to Washington, D.C. and visit New York sights on a brief trip.
Tuesday night discussion by the liquor license commissioners centered on sale conditions. Chairman J B Allen noted no final decision, but the group agreed no drinks could be served without a meal, and meals would cost at least 25 cents. Present were B F Keeler D J Kenney and J W Eveque.
The Marlboro Colonial club ended its season with a day gathering at George R. Hall’s home. Members enjoyed a short meeting, then Arthur Warner Baker performed character sketches and readings, followed by a duet by Mrs. EB. F. Greene and Mrs. Pickering.
Mr and Mrs J F Rock return from a visit at Mr and Mrs Collette and after months away resume home on Maple Street.
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