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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1913
Page
8
A scattered calendar of incidents and social visits features Acton residents and guests. Stories include a Boston train incident involving A B M firomian, new baby deliveries at Martin Street, and family visits to Chariton City. Several residents travel to Medford Salisbury and Lunenburg, while others plan vacations and house projects.
Two Mormon elders visited the area last week sharing a devout message with local listeners. The brief encounter mixed instruction and entertainment as the young visitors spoke about their faith.
Meeting notice for Congregational Church, set for 7 20 with a brief agenda. Text is garbled but indicates a scheduled gathering and time.
A water main leak in West Acton prompted temporary disruptions. Crews are on scene working to stop the leak and restore service as residents report reduced pressure. No injuries reported. Continuous updates expected as repairs proceed.
Mrs. Fannie Parker wife of Gev er died early Friday August fifteenth after a period of failing health and a recent illness. Born in the village in 1845 she married Mr. Parker August twenty eighth and celebrated their golden anniversary less than a year ago. For many years she ran a successful millinery business from her parlors.
A heartfelt funeral service honors a devoted wife mother sister and hostess of Byees. Relatives and friends gather as Rev D ge and C L Pierce offer comfort. The Relief Corps No 62 presents a ritualistic set and the Littleton quartet performs Jesus Lover of My Kindly Light.
The new fountain, finished this week, is well designed and sizable enough for double team use. It will cost about 160 dollars. over 100 dollars has been raised by public subscription. The notice also lists a 4x5 Eastman Plate camera for sale at a low price by B. Holt.
Auctioneer H Forbush of Acton announces a sale in Billerica on Friday August 22 at 9 am featuring Mrs B M Wild household goods and farming tools. A second sale for Mr H Thomson of Brockton Mass on Friday August 29 at 10 15 am includes 22 cattle a wagon milk pail and other farm implements.
Walter Taylor a leading Maynard businessman died at Deaconess Hospital Concord Monday night after an appendicitis operation performed Saturday. Born in Ross England he moved to Boston then Maynard where he ran a bakery. He and Alberta Tuttle were approaching their 25th wedding anniversary. He was a longtime member of Maynard lodge I O O F and held several offices.
Edw Howard died in the afternoon. The notice provides minimal detail on the time and event, with no additional personal or funeral information available.
A 1907 event notes a will reading set for Friday afternoon at TS It Street. Details are sparse but the item confirms a scheduled legal proceeding of a deceased individual.
A full hall filled Tuesday for a Maynard concert. The event featured a standout singer and sisters as special performers who captivated the audience with dancing and stage presence. The band opened with a prelude and the show highlighted the sisters' local appearance as a high point of the evening.
A Worcester committee and selectmen examined several concrete bridge sites in Miperenc and Worcester. They will consult J R Worcester of Boston who supervised Concord bridges and will prepare probable cost estimates for cement bridge proposals.
Papers filed with the secretary of state show a three candidate race for the Democratic nomination in Queens, with Sullivan as a notable contender. The contest centers on the nomination battle among aoe, Pg ag, and John aan for the district.
The C M H Street Railway Co rescinds its bygone policy to keep headlights on only when necessary to avoid glare. The town previously shut off headlights to prevent blinding drivers. The change restores the old practice. Officials note discussions with Standard Oil about street lighting and costs. Local notices mention residents visiting relatives and births, with few concrete events.
Walter f edec of TR Wipes tate police visited town Tuesday on business. James A Coughlan plans extensive alterations at his Summer Street property tearing down a carriage shed to erect a modern garage. The stable is being expanded to provide more room for guests Glendeen and Wilmer Bonworth of Chester Vermont. A party including George D Elson and daughter Elizabeth and Mr and Mrs David Howell of Kansas City visited Mr and Mrs Bleon. Town Clerk Frank R Sanderson and wife returned from a two week stay in Alton New Hampshire.
Collectors Office Maynard Massachusetts August 20 1913 hereby notifies public that described parcels in Maynard will be offered at public auction September 15 1913 at 10 am for payment of back taxes interest costs and charges unless discharged. Names John Johnson Carl Walden and Jonas see as collectors of taxes for the town of Maynard.
Public hearing set by the Town of Maynard Selectmen for September 2 1913 on a petition by JA A Coughlan seeking a license to erect a garage on land adjoining the livery stable at 19 Summer Street. The structure would store and sell gasoline and support automobile related uses including storage, repair and sale of vehicles and their parts.
Torrey and Vialle report many automobile parties taking people to the Rockingham fair in Salem New Hampshire. White Garage books trips to Salem for the event. Elizabeth Loftus returns to clerking at B L Filene store. Joseph Hopkins vacationing in Freedom New Brunswick. he will pitch for the town team if Concord secures a Saturday game. John Cullinane returns from California praising the Golden State but prefers Concord. An alarm for fire box 32 proved unfounded after investigation by the Concord Mary line.
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