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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1931
Page
2
Miss Helen Bigot of the Hudson jman wed at the 10 o'clock mass led by Pastor Derek at St Casimir's church. The ceremony drew a friendly crowd and highlighted her beauty and notable connections in the community.
Aug 3 report states Thomas Llewellyn Park remains seriously ill after an unexpected collapse before 10 in the morning. Dr Herbert Howe says he had a good night and is in excellent condition while under care. observers note more outside activity than usual.
The Concord Rotary Club held its weekly luncheon with the new president presiding. Four visitors attended and discussions included attendance from nearby clubs. Ken J. Torsleff spoke on Responsibility of Daddy. the upcoming event will be August 6 at noon at a local venue.
Mrs Horace W Fern of N Hy announces engagement of daughter Margaret to Edwin Joseph Allen, an electrical engineer with Federal Electric Co. Pittsfield Mass. The couple plan to wed in October in Milford New Hampshire.
Industrial work by the women of Liewsac Lodge was exhibited and sold at Miss M L Houghton’s store in Bedford to benefit the Frances E Willard Settlement of Boston. Antiques were also shown and proceeds supported the settlement.
Special to Enterprise reports Joan Murphy 28 a cook born in Manchester New Hampshire wed Catherine Foley 26 native of Concord daughter of John and Gertrude Foley in New York Municipal Chapel Deputy City Clerk James McCormick united them. The couple resides at 210 West 80th Street and 2728 Broadway New York. Plans were not disclosed.
Harry Harris of Roxbury collided with Raymond Coulter of Maynard on Sudbury Road while enroute to Clinton. Harris pursued, wrecked, and was later charged with driving without a license. found guilty in Concord district court with a $10 fine and restitution to Coulter for damages.
J. T. Mansfield Post announces Armistice Day arrangements at the State Armory. The group intends to hold a ball and other planned events, aiming to honor veterans and involve attendees in commemorative activities.
Mrs Gladys Foye organizes a Ladies Baseball Club as a gesture for weekly Ladies Day at Braves Field or Fenway Park. Mrs Fred Edwardson named assistant in West Concord. Women may call Cord 357 M for information. No clues available.
Maynard Waino Katvala drew a winning horse in the Irish Sweepstake and received a 4200 draft from the Bank of Ireland. He plans to give his mother 1000 when the draft is collected and will continue his job at the First National Cooperative Society milk plant.
Mrs Andrew Freeman of Fletcher Corner, about 60, hurt in a collision near a store run by her son. Vehicle driven by William Weaving stopped for her crossing. another car driven by George Berkland struck Weaving, sending it forward and causing injuries including abrasions and contusions. Berkland gave first aid and notified Patrolman Downey. Berkland’s actions described as commendable by the officer.
Suburban shoppers will flock to Lowell on Friday and Saturday August 14 and 15 for the annual mid summer Dollar Days. Local merchants, backed by the Chamber of Commerce, promise heavy crowds and double value on purchases, with early shopping urged to get the best bargains. Parking is available and signs guide visitors as merchants extend promotions to nearby towns and automobile owners via a free mailed bulletin.
Ben Gruber supervises a semiannual clearance sale at Gruber Bros furniture as Very Low Good prices mark a twenty five year low. Manufacturers felt the impact early as drastic cuts push prices to a level not seen in a quarter century with the sale running through the week.
Cable report from Concord worded Freiburg Germany announces the death of John Kimball Snyder born February 1906 in Winterport Maine. Son of Rev. John F Snyder and Lucy Kimball Snyder he was a Bowdoin College scholar and Harvard graduate who taught English at Wisconsin Amherst and led a summer European tour. He is survived by his parents and brother Robert Snyder.
South Acton beat Maynard Juniors 2 to 1 at Community Field in a pitchers duel. Tolman and Reynolds starred for South Acton with 12 strikeouts, 2 hits allowed, and 1 walk. Ruhowski and Erickson excelled for Maynard with 11 strikeouts and 5 hits allowed.
The annual Sheehan reunion gathered in Acton in the Town Hall for the Acton Fair Association event. Mrs Julia Sheehan White of Maynard presided and welcomed attendees. Resolutions honored deceased members. Entertainment featured vocal and piano pieces by local youths. The gathering noted oldest member Mrs Annie Kingsley West Acton and youngest couple Mrs William Downey Lit Acton. Honorary members and officers from Concord to Worcester attended.
Mrs Hatfie Russell of 388 Lincoln street was taken to Marlboro hospital after slipping and falling at home injuring her left hip this morning.
Charles A Lindbergh and wife Mrs Lindbergh landed at Aklovak at 3 05 am Pacific Standard Time after a 1100 mile non stop flight from Bakers Lake on a vacation trip from Washington to Tokyo. They reportedly passed over a notorious stretch noted by aviators as highly dangerous.
Chief Seneca W. Hall probes a burglary at Mrs. Lottie Sanders home on Peakham Road. The value of stolen goods remains unknown as Mr. and Mrs. Betlinger are away. police pursue one of two persons possibly linked to the break in.
The annual club rifle championship finishes with Isaac Langille earning the top prize and a gold medal for the detinielts trophy. Langille posts a 94 overall, while Langille of Lincoln secures second with 94.11 and C J MacDonald takes class B bronze with 86.62.
The Northboro school board announced contracts for student transport. Ball Hill route goes to David D'vidian, west district to Carl Johnson, Davis Street to John W. Allen, Chapin route to and West Main Street to Alfred Pierce.
Maynard teenager Clement Rupee, 16, son of Lorenzo Rupee, died from injuries after a Powder Mill Road collision in a thunderstorm Monday night. Samuel Rogers, driver in a separate vehicle, and Harrington Avenue resident in the passenger seat were injured. both rushed to Emerson Hospital for treatment after the car skidded and left the road in West Concord.
Paul Byron of 93 Main Street Gerord returned Friday from the M T C Camp at Ayer where he has been in training for the past thirty days. He served in the Machine Gun Company and was rated a sharpshooter. He was recommended for a noncommissioned officer in the Army and the White Course for third year men by Captain G Oliver of the Fifth Infantry.
An automobile driven by W. Sexton and a milk truck collided near Acton street junction around 5 am Monday. Milk bottles littered the road. both drivers escaped injury though Sexton’s vehicle was badly damaged.
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