Sudbury Scout Rally Led by Mrs Beckwith At Concord Armory
The annual Scout Rally at Concord Armory drew a group of 12 girls including Jillian Beskiwith and Winifred Blackmer, under the direction of Mrs Beckwith, on Thursday afternoon in Sudbury.
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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1927
Page
4
The annual Scout Rally at Concord Armory drew a group of 12 girls including Jillian Beskiwith and Winifred Blackmer, under the direction of Mrs Beckwith, on Thursday afternoon in Sudbury.
Montéa Rogers chair leads a Boston gathering with Mrs Leona Periis Mrs Mary Newton and Mrs Agnes in attendance discussing community matters and upcoming events.
Mrs Lydia G Raymond Mrs Irene Coburn Mrs Margaret Gubo Mrs Elsa Hall and Mrs Marian of Sudbury attended a meeting and dinner of the Presidents' Club of the Massachusetts Federation of Woman's Clubs held at the Hotel Statler in Boston. Officials and members delivered addresses during the event.
Sudbury High baseball team traveled to Concord High Friday and lost 6 to 3 as Concord showed stronger batting. About half the Sudbury pupils accompanied the team to provide support. The battery for Concord was Hunter and Lowell.
Walter F B Piper sends letters describing his voyage to Australia with stops at Honolulu, Fiji, and Ackland Islands. He details the islands and the inhabitants’ way of life, offering an engaging, firsthand account of travel across the Pacific.
Mrs Harland Rogers hosted a Saturday night bridge at her South Sudbury residence. Four couples played a progressive session with just enough guests for three tables.
William Kan and C H Way won the tivard. After cards, a late supper was served.
A hearing will be held soon on the proposed closing of Dutton Road as part of the new road project by Henry Ford. Opposition to the closure is possible.
The Unitarian Church invites all to Sunday worship at 11 o'clock on May 1st. Rev. Mam Wood of Framingham returns as preacher for several years. A cordial invitation is extended to the community.
Sudbury resident Edmund Farrell of Maynard Street is hospitalized at Framingham with a compound fracture of the right hip and leg plus injuries to the left leg and head. He is reported improving and expected to remain in the hospital for a week or ten days.
The Junior High School Arbor Day program featured songs and recitations including Peeping Through the Snow and What Do we Plant When We Plan a Tree. Students presented a playlet Trial of the Birds and a reading of the Governor's Proclamation as a tree was planted by Phillip Wilson.
Mrs Chines Dyke wife of the late Charles Dyke, who died about three weeks ago, was buried after passing services at a local church. Rev Batetote officiated with Buviatsiwa and Mrs Hope assisting. Windsor Club announces its first appearance before the public on May 18 and other dates at its venue.
The Windsor Club, formed by young people chosen for talent and social concern, plans a three act drama at the Woman's Club House to raise funds for community benefits. The play, by James Montgomery, questions telling the absolute truth for twenty four hours with Bob Bennett as editor. Proceeds aid club activities and social efforts.
Waino Kauppi, famed cornetist from WEAF radio, visited relatives in Maynard on April 27. Once Maynard’s wizard, he toured with a Chicago orchestra in Florida, recently formed his own Suomi orchestra in New York, and may bring it to Maynard on a New England tour.
Emma Priest of Woic atl sr celebrated her 80th birthday surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She remains alert and active with faculties unimpaired and received many gifts flowers cards and well wishes from family and friends.
Mrs. Priest of Maynard, born in La Chine Quebec, has lived in town 45 years. widow of William Priest, a Grand Army veteran, well known in business and social circles. Her children, most residents of Maynard, include Lyman, William, Walter, James, Albert, Charles, and daughters Mrs William Marshall and Mrs John Weaving. Charles resides in Waltham. Advertisement notes junior prom shoes at Rickles Shoe Store Maynard.
Calvin Eaton recovers from blood poisoning after a dog bite three weeks prior. Vic and her Melody Boys performed at Town Hall on April 19 with modest turnout. Mrs Lewis bought a Nash sedan. Butler family overcomes scarlet fever and may go outside. Next Children’s Day event by the Woman's Club is planned for May 3 with Granber Wil as a guest.
Mrs Alieus Haskel, employed at the Waltham Watch factory, was honored with a farewell after a promotion. The bench was decorated and she received flowers, individual cards, and a $5 gold piece, a wholly unexpected yet appreciated ovation.
Sudbury High fell 6 to 3 at Concord Friday afternoon as errors decided the game. Key players mentioned include Stephen Lowell Horace Carson Burton Sanborn and manager Waldo Stone.
The West Concord Woman's Club will hold its annual May luncheon on Wednesday May 4 at Union Church. The event gathers members for a morning of fellowship and community updates.
A home talent show staged by the West Concord Woman's club entertained last Wednesday in the Harvey Wheeler school Assembly hall. Margaret Hearn soloed, Olive Buxton danced, and Mary Shean performed with ukulele accompaniment by Mrs BL Pratt. Walter Tuttle of South Acton stood in for Blood Dumorist who could not lead.
Books may be left at the Concord Public Library this week for sailors and other men. The note invites patrons to donate or borrow reading material, reflecting community support for travelers and military personnel in the area.
The engagement of Miss Ina P. MacCabe of Concord Junction and James Leithead of Maynard was announced today. The wedding is set for September, and Leithead has been a star basketball player for Maynard Town Team for the past two winters.
A heavy rainstorm rolls through Concord area following an earlier electric storm on April 27. Residents report flooding in low-lying streets as crews assess damage and restore power. Local officials urge caution and monitor weather updates.
A heavy front before sunrise dropped temperatures below freezing then moderated to springlike by noon. Afternoon showers preceded a late storm with thunder and lightning in Concord Lexington and Arlington. A stiff wind drove a rapid temperature fall, then rain turned to damp snowflakes.
Marlboro April 27 honor students of the class of 1927 were named by Principal RE. Aerrheide Ge. Five pupils, all young ladies, were selected for the graduating program in June. Names include Miss Marion V. Allen, Miss Jennie A. Badavis, Miss Bessie Baker, Miss Helen Bruyere, and Miss Margaret McMahon.
The School Board rules against collecting funds for the Mississippi flood relief through pupil contributed money. Donations may be given voluntarily to Red Cross workers. Each school maintains a relief fund with Hildreth School already contributing $10 toward flood assistance.
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