09 Aug 1939
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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1939
Page
1
Fragmentary text notes Lemuel F Parton of New York and mentions Marble Pere Seals of the Pacific Coast. It hints at a Prague connection and a youth service as a soldier, with unclear chronology and missing context.
The ceremony occurred at St Bernard s rectory on Sunday July 30. The couple, Virginia Elizabeth Arnold and John J Guiliz, plan to reside at the Mylesish Apartments in Cambridge after a wedding trip with both families listed in the notice.
Funeral services were held Monday for Frank B Holbrook 67 of Cambridge Turnpike who died after a five week illness at Pondville hospital Norfolk A requiem high mass was offered at St Bernard's church He was born in Braintree November 7 1872 son of Joseph and Mrs Holbrook He had lived in Concord for many years working as a gardener He is survived by his widow Ellen Higgins Holbrook Burial was in St Bernard's cemetery.
Concord patrons learn of new arrivals at the library including works by L. M. Montgomery and H. Footner. Titles cover fiction and nonfiction such as The Murder That Has Everything, The Dream Beneath the Day, Our Towns Business, Railroads and Rivers, and Belgium.
Funeral services were held last Friday for Mrs. Annie L. Morey of 525 Main Street Concord who died Wednesday after a short illness. She was 79, lived in Concord 39 years, and is survived by her husband William G. Morey. Burial followed at Oak Grove Cemetery Framingham. Dr and Mrs Philip T. Mlavin and family are vacationing in Falmouth for August.
Surgical and obstetrical cases noted with infants born and X ray usage. Records show operations performed and accident cases. Patient counts include hospital totals for July 1 and July 31 with average figures.
Concord-Douglas D Pirnie of Nashawtuck Hull son of retired Capt Bruce W Pirnie now of the reserve corps completes his fourth year as a student at the M C camp Fort Devens Ayer He earns the General John Pershing Medal and the Civilian Military Education Fund Trip to Washington D C for being the outstanding student of the First Corps area He must compete against others from across the corps for the final selection to travel to Washington for the Capitol appearance Governor Leverett Saltonstall and Harry B Johnson civilian aide to the secretary of War witness the exercises.
Mrs Maude Petersen aged 67 of 15 Everett Concord passed away in hospital after illness Born in South Bones August 26 1981 she lived in Concord 42 years Daughter of Luther and Franks Originally of Brooksville Maine Survived by husband Ralph B Petersen and two sons Lawrence Newton and Ralph Jr Concord Funeral services planned Thursday at her late home Burial in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Concord
Rain washed out two Concord Twi leagues games Friday night at Emerson Playground. The Woodworking team was to meet the Police lineup as postponements threaten to delay playoff preparations and finish before month’s end. Presidents Bauer and McHugh urge rescheduling promptly to complete the slate.
The Missionary Society of the Evangelical Free Church held a Saturday picnic at the John Anderson Farm in South Acton. About 70 people attended through the afternoon and evening, sharing a basket lunch at suppertime. The younger members enjoyed games while the elders socialized.
Concord Rotarians will gather Thursday noon at Colonial Inn where newly elected president Joseph Dee will be inducted. Attending are John J. Orgel and Mrs. M. Carruthers of London formerly the Buttrichns of Concord. Emery B. Loring of Lowell Road speaks.
Roger Boyd son of Mr and Mrs Pred T Bova sails Friday from New York City to Liverpool for seven days with a string bass. The party tours England and France including Havre and Havre France before returning to New York by September 12. Boyd is a member of a college band of 36 players and will perform at football games along the way.
Weather bulletin notes showers tonight and tomorrow with little change expected in temperatures. Any precipitation appears light to moderate as clouds pass across the region.
The 60 man company led by Captain Hagerty arrives in West Plattsburgh for army manoeuvres during a two week Cape stay. First Lieutenant Hutchingson and Second Lieutenant Melise command a three officer staff. This marks the local unit’s first trip to the event billed as the era’s largest peacetime manoeuvres in the United States.
Angela Thirkell creates witty characters in Mrs Brandon and a companion tale Listen for the Voices presents Concord 1850 sketches with Laura Shipman and the Alcott influence The author and Dr Victor George Heiser are praised for engaging narrative style and humane perspective on travel and life
A Hudson notice reports a claim for $100 for the taking of about seven toad land.
Dr. Chamberlin, a Concord examiner, died at his home on Well Road after a short illness. The funeral was held Friday at the First Parish Church Lexington Road with Rev Edward P le officiating. Interment followed at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. Born April 24, 1808 in Boston, he studied at Roxbury Latin, Harvard, and Columbia, later retiring after a long career. He fathered a family with Geth and Sophia Chamberlin and remained a prominent physician in the region.
A fragmentary note recounts Concord-Joseph Dee Legge visiting London and Western locales, touring historic sites and Bowen jamboree, sharing plans to return to friends in Concord after a 1996 1987 era trip with mentions of 2100 feet of movie color and Ireland connections.
Carlisle former Concord High football star Spooner of Pedforg was found guilty in Lowell Court for attempted larceny from jewelry. Police Inspector Francie J. led the investigation and arrested Spooner Monday.
Concord couple Miss Alice T. Lée and Donela A. MacNeill plan a wedding in Watertown. The notice confirms the marriage details and the local arrangements in the context of community announcements.
Concord hosts the Battle of the Century at Mineraon Playground Sunday at 3 pm between the current Concord Town team and the Old Era champions. Stars of yesteryear led by Dick Loftus Clark Matty and Ralph Petron to draw fans as old players clash with today’s squad. strong support from Brisman Mannery Dempsey and Doyles.
Fragmentary report notes a Concord resident named Tompkine traveling to Cleveland for a World Poultry show with unclear details about his purpose or outcome.
A moderated church gathering titled Meeting for Worship and Fellowship Supper is scheduled for Saturday evening at 7.30 to create a house. The event is described with minimal details and includes a fellowship meal.
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