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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1923
Page
3
The article outlines simple open linear rod oscillators for short wavelengths, spark gap operation, and coil tuning. It shows transmitter and receiver setups, various detector arrangements, and experiments to study directional wave propagation at different lengths and configurations.
A historical note describes mounting spider web coils for fast interchange across wave lengths. It details making thin brass pieces labeled A, drilling holes in coil forms, and fastening with machine screws. Copper wire stubs are soldered to screw heads and extend about half an inch to connect to the panel.
A sketch shows a simple method of cutting out a Murdock condenser at the zero position removing the need for an off and on switch and the inconvenience of taking the hand from the Bent brass strip condenser. A brass strip is slipped over the binding post of the stationary plates and fastened so it makes contact when the pointer swings around.
Maynard sees marriage intentions filed for Inelutes Sinnett Toop and Florence Mildred Carroll both claiming Maynard residence. Miss Carroll formerly taught in town. Also mentioned are Charles D. Smith and Mary R. Casey of Maynard. Charles Visocchi to substitute as driver for the local fire department during Willam Quinn's vacation. Union Club of Concord Jet defeated J. H. N. 3 to 0 in Maynard with Sims and Pearce on the mound. Mrs. Julia Dineen and daughter Margaret visit Joseph Dineen in Boston this week.
In a Sunday thriller at Crowe Park Winthrop Town edged Maynard 4 3 after a ninth inning balk call. Bill Morrill delivered the winning run on a balk as Ramsey stood on third, Healey scoring. Soules O'Brien and Healy sparked the offense with key hits and Maynard struggles included three base hits by Soules and Healy.
Lucy Irene Doel, 71, longtime Concord resident, died at home in Fletcher Corner Sunday night after a long illness. Survived by a brother in Acton. Funeral held at her late home with Rev Clark J. Paddock of Soncton officiating. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery, Acton.
John Flaherty a longtime Concord resident died at his Lexington home on August 20 after a three year illness. Born in Galway Ireland in 1849 he came to Concord in 1869 and was active in Gardner business before retiring. He leaves Mary his widow three daughters Mary E Winifred E and Mrs R James Brouth and a sister Anne Cullinan. High Mass of Requiem was offered at St Bernard's Church and burial followed in St Bernard's Cemetery.
Reverend William Boicourt of Maynard will preach at Concord Junction Union Church Sunday morning. A prayer service is planned Tuesday evening at 7 30.
The Sudbury column notes outings at Old Orchard and Provincetown, repairs at Centre schoolhouse, and staffing changes at the High School. Updates cover church closings, Grange visits, camping trips, vacations, and a move to California by Edwin Berth and family, with various residents traveling or hosting relatives.
Reverend J L M Levesque of St Marys parish entertains Rev Monsignor Pelletier who returns from Brome with doctorates in Theology Canon Law and Philosophy He will teach at St Viator in Montreal as head of the Community Fathers Pelletier is Levesques cousin Former pastor of St Anns Salem Also visiting were Rev Father Grenier Salem and Rev Dinette Cochituate who returned to their parishes.
We petition the Selectmen of Maynard for permission to erect a metal garage to hold about ten automobiles at 33-35 Parker St in Maynard. A hearing will be held at the Selectmen's Rooms at 7 30 P M on Wednesday Sept 5. Arthur W Lord Alfred Lord. Wanted a good young cook apply Mrs Charles Curtis Jr 16 Warrenay Marlboro Mass Tel Marlboro 661 W guz2 it.
August visitors at Walden Pond meet Jack Taylor known as The Scholar Gypsy and The Lone Camper. He tours 8250 miles from Dallas Texas to Walden describing his bicycle rig and camping gear, recounting a life as printing devil and newspaperman, and planning more travels and a canoe trip. Also reports local court cases including liquor violations and a car crash with associated fines and dismissals.
James F Moran of Pleasant Street East Lexington, once a champion bicycle racer, had his case continued from July 31 and disposed of Monday by being placed on fire as Lexington police testified that the court’s orders were complied with. Moran faced a charge of violating Board of Health rules by transporting garbage.
West Acton Miss Elsie Wheeler helps at drug store. Dick Foss finishes at Old Town Shoppe. Land cleared for T. E. Costello bungalow. James Benere returned from York State work. C J Holton reports a large McIntosh apple crop. Mary McNiff visited Salisbury Beach cottage. Nomona Lodge plans lawn party at Acton Centre. Acton lodge IOOF No 202 organizes deep sea fishing trip. Prof Carl B Hoar family from Williamstown visiting. Davis family returns from Lakewood New Jersey. Chickering district deputy grand master appointed. Grace Richardson of Keene NH visits sister in town. William Stokes and son build incubator cellar for a poultry business. Jack Green builds wall for Jim Berry home addition. Fales of Melrose visit Litlefield home. J L Richardson of Boxboro builds double garage. Minor kitchen fire at Geo Towne’s, slight loss. Harry Derner of Hammond Indiana visits Cram home. 55th regiment C A C reunion in Providence.
Classified notice seeking a salesman with energy and collector skills. Requires ability and satisfactory credentials. Letters to Box R-44 Marlboro Enterprise office. Auction year not provided.
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