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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1935
Page
4
The text presents a masthead style notice for The Weekly Enterprise dated 1983 with classification as Second Class Matter and a Marlboro postal designation. It outlines post office and subscription details as typical of historic local newspaper records.
Alabama textile leader Senator Vonald Comer testifies before the Senate Committee on Education and Labor, arguing processing taxes fall on farmers through higher cotton goods prices. He cites hog producers losing land markets under AAA curtailment and cotton textiles suffering in world markets, urging a sales tax as a fairer remedy.
Senate committee hearings showed little support for the bill as advocates were mainly professionals and officials. Industrial workers and both union and non union members offered scant backing, while claims of a demand for more Washington bureaucracy appear unfounded.
An illustration of dangerous bills shows the Social Security proposal to launch a large welfare program. The Post argues that if the effort were more restrained and cost limits kept, the Doughton bill would shift burdens to industry and the federal government, risking greater insecurity for workers the bill aims to protect.
A fragmentary note hints at a song revision unfolding in January. Readers see partial phrases about edits and timing, with no clear author or venue specified.
The program lists selections including The Bohemian Girl and Love You Truly with a large lineup of musicians. Performers include violins Claire Kent Josephine Sheehan Lief Stesby Ruth Davis and many more under Director J. Vey Merrill. Admission details indicate a ticket price.
Regular Maynard council meeting acted on 29 applications. Plans set for May communion breakfast and state convention in Worcester in May. Arley Lawrence G K and James B Farrell past grand knight named delegates. Annual state banquet next Saturday at Copley Plaza Boston with Lawrence leading delegation.
Rev Alfred W Stone leads morning service at 10 45 Sunday April 28 with theme Capturing Our Opportunities. Church School meets 9 20. Evening U P S C E at 6. Midweek Service Tuesday 7 30 p m April 30. Women’s Missionary Society meets Wednesday 7 30 p m May 1. All are invited to services and activities.
South Acton-Carel B Morse, son of Mrs Cathryn Morse of Main street, appointed Chief of Police for Shirley by the selectmen. He assumed duties last Monday after nearly four years with the State Police. Morse was born in Acton 27 years ago and earlier worked with his father in contracting.
Rev. M. A. Vance of Union Congregational church buys a Pontiac car. Ex-Rep. P. J. Sullivan and grandson Edward Ledgard visited relatives at Pascoag Rhode Island last week. Rev. William Boicourt of oo.
S Sue M Farrell outlines concerns about rabies testing and Pasteur treatment with cited quotes from Dr Brady and Dr Pomeroy. The letter emphasizes cautious diagnosis, warns against overreliance on brain tissue results, and urges prudent public health guidance. Wells A Hall supports expanded supervised playground use for children to improve morale.
First Parish in Concord lists church school at 9 45 a m and morning service at 11 led by Rev Robert H Schacht Jr of Providence Rhode Island. Music includes Laus Deo Dubois Anthem Ye Watchers and Old Carol Melody. Annual collection by external relations committee. Emerson Society meets 5 30 p m in the vestry.
We express appreciation to all who supported us during our recent bereavement. Thanks for the flowers. John Webster Allen Webster Olive Saxon.
Investigators from the state Alcoholic Beverage Commission found rule violations by four local dealers. At a Selectmen and ABC hearing, licenses were restricted to midnight closing times, with Saturday 11 30 pm, plus a 15 minute clearance period. The Assabet Lunch license was suspended for thirty days. A jug of locally made wine was found at the Assabet Club. the owner claimed it settled a debt.
Concord High won 14 to 1 after a rough start with five innings pitched, as Middlesex's only run came on a Pronty single. Key plays included Mara doubling, Cook and Williams singles, and a series of wild throws fueling five runs in the frame. Conway?
Trinitarian Congregational Church Concord mass lists April programs with David Abernathy magician James Naylor piano and Elsa Lund vocal. April 28 worship and church school. Interim preacher Rev Frederick B Richards from Phillips church Boston to cover between pastors Gail Cleland and Thurlow. May 1 midweek service and Young People talk by Wendell Thornton.
South Sudbury reports fire department called to a Sete Sree So Gas incident at the home of George H. Go. Fire out, schools resume on a new weekly hours schedule.
Marlboro will stage a 10 mile road race on Saturday May 4 at 2 30 pm under Enterprise and Hudson Sun. Entrants include Clovis Bourdelais Brockton Odo Essig Springfield Andre Brunelle Lynn Maynard and Fayville runners with several Hudson participants. Prizes include a silver trophy for the winner and wrist watches for the next four finishers. The course runs from Rawlings avenue through Hudson and ends opposite Marlboro High School on Main street with scouts and officials coordinating.
Annual event at Parker Street Hall next Monday night supports Maynard Firemen Relief Fund. Prizes will be awarded and proceeds fund insurance for firemen injured on duty. Cooperative Club’s April 29 whist party is omitted as they back the benefit.
The annual inter clubs will take place in the Ash street hall Gardner on Thursday. Maynard is among the entrants in the event awaiting results and local observers expect a competitive lineup.
A special town committee was organized Monday night to consider the building and location of a public library. John Hannon was elected chairman with Robert Lester as secretary. Members include Miss Nellie May, Selectman Frank J. McCarron, Rev. Matthew A Vance, Dennis White and Alfred B. McCleary. The committee asked Memorial Park commission to meet with them Thursday night.
West Acton hosts visitors Mr and Mrs Walter Blake of Boston and Mrs S E Hunt of St Petersburg Florida. Mrs Hagen and Hunt's daughter suffer minor injuries in a collision near the Cape Cod cottage and a railroad bridge fence. The Congregational church Easter issue "The Assistant Pastor" by Rev E A Beckett has been released. The Assabet Valley league selects local team for summer play with practices at Blanchard's field.
Edgar Harrison Hatch a longtime West Concord resident and former Massachusetts Reformatory officer died suddenly on Patriot Day in Tampa Florida. He was born May 2 1856 in South Middleboro and served 35 years at the Concord Reformatory retiring in 19. He is mourned by his wife two sons a daughter and four brothers with funeral held at Barrett's Mill road West Concord.
Attendants at Memorial Church placed a large floral cross with Easter decorations at the entrance of Wadsworth Cemetery in memory of departed loved ones. Mrs Maxwell Eaton played a violin offertory as a very large congregation attended Easter services.
Fragmentary report notes Irene White expected to be present after coaching and references a meeting at the home of Laffin on a Tuesday. Details about Grclwol Street and Lucius are incomplete.
Donald M. Peppard of Acton died during the Easter holidays in Springfield Massachusetts. Mr and Mrs V E are mentioned in the brief notice with family details.
A Sunday geology class in Concord discusses the purpose of play and health, quoting officials on why children need play. The article notes the playground as a safe haven under guidance, with emphasis on eating, sleeping, and the role of proper leadership.
A social affair and fundraiser will be held in West Concord on May 3 at 8 o'clock to support the West snappy baseball outfit. The event features Andover Country Orchestra and aims to gather local fans for a good time and community support.
The Hibernians clinched the tournament title at Monument Hall by winning the final weekly set, finishing with 868 points to 826 for the Minutemen. The Knights of Columbus trailed as Columbus placed last.
Johnson elected president of the First tier Unitarian League at the annual Meeting House Vestry meeting, succeeding Smith. Walter N. How became president, George Brig tary treasurer, and Philip L. Smith, Elmer and Newcomb Fuller named to the committee. A talk on the Far East by William Stuart followed by a social hour.
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