Culling Hens for Market and Breeding Readiness
The article explains culling as selecting good layers and breeders while removing poor producers. It notes best culling times from August 15 to September 15, advises keeping certain breeds to age limits, and references Farmers' Bulletin 1412 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wat P
Rhode Island
Farmers’ Bulletin
Division of
United States Department of Agriculture
Washington, D.C
Portable Poultry Houses observed on Farm Run by Horses
A visit to a large plac e poultry farm shows portable houses on runners of heavy joists braced to hitch a horse. Houses kept moving to fresh ground, droppings washed into soil to nourish grass, preventing bare sod. Small chick coops on wheels enable easy relocation and care.
Fragmented Rural Advice on Poultry Management
A garbled excerpt discusses poultry care and disposal, mentioning lice, appetite, and pullets. It references managing surplus fowl, coop placement, and feeding practices, with vague warnings about disease and profitability. The text reads as fragmented guidance for farmyard poultry care.
Marlboro Boys Dance Business at Charles River Pavilions
The Marlboro Boys dance scene on the Charles at Morelese-on-the Charles attracts dancers from Boston and nearby towns. John Moran Gus Whele and John Monthan run the popular pavilion, with Sheridan's orchestra boosting the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nid Thone
Charles
Mogeley
Poye
John Moran
Gus Whele
John Monthan
Boston
Feme
Throwien
Wayftird
Cochituate
Natick
Wellesley
Sheridan
Wallace Wins at Worcester Coliseum Semi Final Bid
Mal Wallace of Marlboro qualified for the Worcester Coliseum semi finals after winning the third event on Wednesday night. He led for Marlboro rooters as he finished strong, earning a place in the next round run off on Thursday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mal Wallace
Marlboro
Worcester
Worcester County
Mahagee
Lo'heer
Wallace
Trim
Gleason Plays Listed in Baker Catalogue
Miss Gleason's plays appear in the Walter H. Baker Co. catalogue with Mrs Topeloft’s Clever written by Miss Orissa W of Rocklawn Mass. slated for spring show and staged in Howton. Another play Rummage Donations has been accepted and will be in the fall catalogue.
Marlboro Motor Cycle Club Plans Invite Ride to Nan-Beach
Marlboro motorcycle club enjoyed a successful run to Nan Beach last Sunday and plans another Sunday trip on August 6. The destination is undecided. Langley, owner of a Marlboro motorcycle garage, offers free gas and oil to riders who bring a lady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marlboro
Union Society to Hold Final Outing at Intercolonial Meadow
Guting Aug 27 Union It dean Society plans final outing at Intercolonial Meadow on Sunday August with committee in charge. Members listed include Joseph Ni Arthur Gilbert, Hillarn Wellen pres. Joseph Arthur Gilbert, Jo Arcand and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cougell
Leo RM
Union It Dean Society
Joseph
Arthur Gilbertium
Cotr Hillarn Wellen
Arthur Gilbert
Jo Arcand
Mayor Simoneau Files Papers for Republican State Committee
Mayor Edward T. Simoneau filed papers with the city clerk this morning to run as a candidate for the Republican State Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward T. Simoneau
Republican State Committee
Whist Party Hosted by Loyal Order Members
A large crowd attended a whist party at the home of former Alderman Joseph A Gallagher in Hudson. Prizes were awarded to Mrs John F for Ladies, Mrs Edward for Gentlemen, and William Lafage for Gent conso. entertainment included music and refreshments. next event will be hosted by Mrs Henry Donahue on Winter Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph A. Gallagher
Hudson
Svedon of the Loyal Order of Musere
John Finl
Edward Gents
Ition
Hamilton
Consoilliam Lafage
Henry Donahue
Winter St
Sublease Ovens
Wedding Anniversary Notice for Harris at Southlord House
Mr and Mrs Jumes T Harris of Southbare invite friends to celebrate their wedding anniversary at home on Cu Fender Road from 2 to 5 PM. Mr and Mrs Harold F Moore and daughter Charlotte of Washington DC visiting the See eea and Mrs F G.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southlord
Jumes T. Harris
Southbare
Harold F.moore
Chariotte
Washington, D. C
Eea
Mra. F. G
Letter to Governor Cox on fuel pricing and coal supply
Lynn M. Ranger writes Governor Cox warning that without prompt action Massachusetts risks fuel shortages next winter. He argues coal prices will rise or dealers suffer losses, urging a nationwide discussion, price regulation limits, and a fuel education program to prevent profiteering while ensuring supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cox
House
Boston
Hoover
Total Commission
United States
Massachusetts
Atracit
Lynn M. Ranger
Lobsters Found in Freshwater River Amid Bridge Work
Workmen excavating for repairs on the Ben. Smith Bridge along the Aw sabet River uncovered three brown shelled lobsters, each 3 1 2 inches long. Local inquiry finds no prior freshwater lobster records in the Assabet River. Dave, the lobsters’ discoverer, preserves one in a pail of Assabet water and may show it on request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Assa ET
Lohetere
Sabet
Ben
Smith Bridge
Assahet
Dave
Vacancy Created by Death of Postmaster Sparks Talk
The community discusses filling the unexpired term after the death of postmaster Arthur J. Coughlan. Rumors focus on Mrs. Coughlan as a candidate, with petitions urged to the post office department. Potential rivals include J. J. Sullivan, Arthur K Walker, B. J. Coughlan, Timothy B Moynihai, and P. Ud Sullivan, while Congressman Joly J. ers has declined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur J. Coughlan
Postoffice Department
Coughlan
Timothy B. Moynihai
A. J. Sullivan
Post Office
Civil Service
P. Ud. Sullvan
Corgilan
Joly J
Ers
Kselield
J. Sullivia
Acton Notes On Lodges Outing And Odd Anecdotes
Community notices from West Acton reference Albert Hartwell of Boxboro with a Ford sedan and an Acton Center gathering. Local I O O F and Rebekah lodges plan a Solomon's Pond outing on August 26 attracting about 1500 people. A collection of quips and courtroom banter follows about money and marriage while neighbors exchange greetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Hartwell
Boxboro
Acton Lodge
Acton Center
Weenth
Hudson, Maynard
Acton
Lso Rebekah
Solomon's Pond
Vacation notices and short travels in Concord Junction
Concord Junction residents take vacations and trips as camp staff and locals leave work. Alex MacRachern serves as letter carrier during absence while Gladys Fisher plans a two week automobile trip to West Bath. Families visit relatives and spend weekends at Nantasket and Glenhill Park in Worcester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Be Ni MacRachern
Spailaney
McPldeth
Alex MacRachern
Walinestris
Gladys Fisher
West Bath
Mai
Concord Junction notes long time resident Mrs Peirce dies
Mrs Sophia J Peirce aged 86 longtime Concord Junction resident died Friday at her Elm Street home. Funeral services were held Sunday with Rev M J Batt officiating, Sleepy Hollow Cemetery interment. Survivors include three sons George M Porter G Peirce and William and a daughter Mrs Lilien Walkup Abington. Also mentions relatives traveling to Lewiston Maine and a local car dealership sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sophia J. Peirce
Concord Junction
Elm St
Funeral of Thomas Kelley in Concord cemetery
The funeral for Thomas Kelley, found dead on the cottage steps off Harrington Ave, was held at Concord Cemetery. He was 61 and long a town resident. The notice lists other local residents and various family movements and birthday celebrations among neighbors and relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Kelley
Harrington Avé
Newf Cemetery
Concord
Kelley
Henry Bertelsen
Nantucket
J. R. Beharrell
Reed
Ted
Guy Elmes
Dorothy
Guy
Hampton Beach
A. J. Mackeachern
Robert MacDonald
Lake Nagog
Mae Sauliner
Lynn
Mre Everett Colientt
Mildred Della Costa
Mildred
We Carter
Ellen Amerautt
Sime
Frances Alexander
Ruth Wiams
Gordon Maech
Robert Nosh
Dorothy Mason
Htocanne Maron
Rodneyw Akers
Rog*r Marsall
Mellen Mason
Irene Rowalie
Elesreth Ameratt
Rene Carpenter
Wee Saninier
Eliz. Kap and
Brerett Dal’ Costa
Traveling thieves warned by Paris observers
Overseas travelers report that thieves in Paris target Americans, with caution for hotel guests and stray luggage. The note warns readers to keep valuables secure and watch surroundings while abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Armericans
Rangers Near Return Game With Concord All Stars
Paul J. Kelley resumes duties at Liberty Mutual Boston after two weeks vacation. Ranger Athletics will schedule a return game with Concord All Stars who beat the Rangers 7 to 3 last Wednesday. Lingering social notes mention a Nuttings Lake dance. local attendance at a Lexington K. of C. game vs Natick Town, Lexington winning 12 to 3. Rangers beat Bunker Hill Orioles 11 to 10 on Page Field. Lineups list Rangers and Orioles players with umpires Blackburn and Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul J. Kelley
Crescent ~Avenue
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Boston
Ranger Athletics Association
Concord All Stars
Rangers
Vite
Necu
Nuttings Lake
South Billerica
Lexington K
C. Nite
Natick Town
Lexington
Ranger Athletic Association
Bunker
Hill Orioles
Aeaunie
Page Field
van Raf
Ard
Shelton cl
Lyons
Carlings
Carlings, Lydiard St, c, Smith , Warner Rf. Bunka Orioles, Sheehan
Ripley
Hanlon
Dondvan
Moore
Condonef
Noyesc
Robinson
Murphy Mt
Blackburn
Spiith
Community Vacations and Local Outings Report
Concord residents John Mullaney John Lynch and John Fallon left for Hampton Beach for a two week vacation. William Magown returns to work at Wilson Lumber after a Duxbury Beach trip. Joseph Mullaney comes back to Camp Marinefelt Chesham NH after a month away due to an injury. Clerks in town enjoyed Bass Point Nahant outing with about 10 people. Rene Duberger completed a hiking trip from New Hampshire to Vermont and brought a friend John Tangey from Hanover. Kathaleen Mullaney sails to Nova Scotia for the summer. Miss M I Houghton and Miss Susan Emmett head to Bar Harbor for vacation. Thomas Whitney Surrette bought a new Wills St Claire coupe from Macone Bros Garage. Miss Mildred Mara returns from Hurricane New York after five weeks visit. Macone Bros show a Wills St Claire sedan at their Lowell street garage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Mullaney
John Lynch
John Fallon
Hampton Beach
William Magown
Duxbury Beach
Wilson’ Lumber Co
Joseph Mullaney
Camp Marinefelt
Chesham
N. H
Bass Point
Nahant
Rene Duberger
New Hampshire
Vermont
John Tangey
Hanover
Rene
Kathaleen Mullaney
Nova Scotia
Boston
M. I. Houghton
Sussan Emmett
Bar Harbor
Thomas Whitney Surrette Hso
Macone Bros
Mildred Mara
Hurricane
N. Y
Lowell St
Sudbury Ladies' Aid and Memorial Church Pasties Event
Sudbury Ladies' Aid and Memorial Church held a pasties event at the church lawn. William Taf family away during August. Mrs Walter Piper Miss Mary Piper and Miss Gertrude Stonme visiting Piper Summer home in Mansett. Methodist lawn party raised 106.2 dollars. Auxiliary of the Legion held a lawn party at Legion hall Thursday evening. Lilian Goodnow bought a new Ford Compe.
Lawn Party At Marlboro Club Attracts Large Crowd
The Woman's club hosted a lawn party drawing a large crowd from here and nearby towns. A Marlboro brass band and an orchestra provided music for dancing and enjoyment. Booths offered ices cream candy peanuts and other treats with organizers including Mr and Mrs Je Oliver Mrs Henry E Harvey Ames and Mrs S J White among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Club
Marlboro
and Desoli
Acton Agricultural Association to Convene at Town Hall
The Acton Agricultural association will meet at the town hall on Thursday August 3 at 7 45 PM. Officers will be announced for the coming fair. Leslie R 8 of Amherst Agricultural College and others will speak on fairs and farming. A large turnout is hoped to hear the talk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Agricultural Association
Leslie R
Amherst Agricultural College
Hazel Schofield
Brookline
Mrs. Dewis
Hastings
Acon St
Auto Collision Injures Miss Graves In Boxboro
An auto with five men and a horse drawn buggy carrying two young women collided on a Boxboro hill. Miss Evangeline Graves lies gravely ill at Marlboro hospital after surgery. her companion suffered only scratches. The horse was injured. the auto driver attempted braking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taffalong Hill
Boxboro
Evangeline Graves
Marlboro Hospital
Miss Graves
G. A. Tuttle
South Acton
Acton St
Prospect Street
Oscar Jensen Takes Week-Long Leave From Hood Rubber Co
Oscar Jensen is on a week's vacation from Hood Rubber Co and is spending the time at his home here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Jensen
Hood Rubber Co
Concord Junction Town Team Opens Season With Two Big Games
The Concord Junction town team schedules two home events this week. Saturday afternoon the team faces West Somerville All Stars, composed of top high school players, with kickoff at 4:15. Tuesday, August 8, they host Everett Moetic Gants, a flawless visiting squad, in what could be the season’s marquee matchup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord Junction Town
West Somerville All Stars
Moetic. Gants
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Rhode Island Reds
Marlboro Boys Dance Business
Guting
Ladies’ Legion
Eff Farms
Maynard
West Acton
Ware
John Merrill Tionise
A J Brown
Wonder
H . Ct
Harness Co
Margaret Afi
Agnes O'Grady
Margaret Brown
Nantaxket
William Reilly
Agnes Murray
Gardner
Glenhill Park
Philip Moreau
R. J. Rodday Co
Charles Lombardot
Milford
Lombardo
Jospeh Sullivan
Pittsfield
James Doyle
Allston
Patrick Reilly
Tito Werke
Oak Tutte
T. Blond
E. E. Shattuck
Charlestown State Prison
Leland
Arlington
Maine
G. H. Perry
Lewiston
Vannah
Thos. Hollis, Jr
Quality Shoe Store
Sudbury
Frank Davis
Margie E. Kimball
Helen
Marian Cole
Otis J. Reed
Katherine Reed
Mattepoisett
Ballardvale
Shawsheen
William Rice
Newton
Henry E. Tolman
Howard L. Jones
Gloucester
R. J. May
Frank Paddock
Clark L. Paddock
Waverly
N.Y
Elena Hennessey
East Boston
Mabel Crosby
Randal N. Y
Ruth E. French
St. Lackesville
Mary J. Devane
Hyde Park
Mary E. Maillian
Martin St
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