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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1921
Page
3
Elizabeth Clahane returns from vacation. many Concord residents enjoy time at beaches and resorts. Various locals make purchases, travel to Maine and New Hampshire, or attend events. a few report illnesses, operations, or accidents. the Concord Fire department cuts chimney fires. the State Guard Association plans a fishing trip. upcoming private sale announced at town hall.
Elise Marie Melson died at the home of her daughter Mrs Martin Anderson on Liberty Street after a lingering illness. She came from Norway about a year ago to join her children in this country who survive her. Mra Meco Anderson Dakmar and Olga Nilsen, and a son in the wrong place, survive. Funeral set for Wednesday at the Sandigege church on Thor? Avenue.
The treasurer George C Lee appeals for funds to support the Boston Floatier Hospital as it expands care for sick babies in summer. Contributions can be sent to Auth A Wood, Crescent Road, Concord, who will deliver them to the treasurer.
In a six inning pitchers duel Harper for Natick and Duggan for Concord held the opposition scoreless. Joe Gregg of Concord hit a two base drive but the inning failed to produce a run as the next batters were unable to advance him.
A Concord Citizen writes to The Editor criticizing police resting at the Junction and warns voters about asking the State police to enforce laws again, citing public rest concerns and impact on the town.
The Concord School Committee votes that children five years old by Sept 1 may be admitted during the first week of the school year and at no other time. No February admissions will occur, ending a longstanding practice.
In accordance with War Dept Bulletin No 9 1921 the Mass State civilian rifle team includes Malcolm F Part a Watertown as captain and members from Malden Worcester Concord Cambridge Woods Hole Stoneham Lincoln West Roxbury and others. Two travel parties depart Boston August 25 and 27 to meet in Buffalo en route to Camp Perry Ohio for national matches August 27 to September 22.
During August union services were held by visiting ministers at the Unitarian and Trinitarian Congregational churches. The first two Sundays were at the Unitarian church and the last two at the Trinitarian church. Last Sunday Rev J H Gaylord preached on Success emphasizing Christian character. August 28 will be the final union service led by Rev Gail Cleland.
Advertisement notes culinary skill and competence in all aspects. Includes telephone contact West Acton 35 and code ag24-11.
Classified notice seeking cattle hogs calves sheep and poultry of all kinds. Advert says producer inquiries welcome and notes livestock needed for sale in western area.
About 35 Nine Acre friends gathered at Benara on Tuesday for a surprise party for Miss Rachael Wheeler. The event featured a miscellaneous collection of valuable and useful gifts, ice cream, and cake, making for an enjoyable evening.
Mr and Mrs Harry Tuttle and Dr and Mrs Goodwin have returned from Salisbury. Mr and Mrs John Titcomb of Gen eva NY are identified with Dr G B Titcomb Sudbury rd. Miss Evelyn Petersen has returned to the Deaconess hotels Boston for training. Frank Ryan returned from New York resuming duties at the express office. Mrs W K Jones Mill Brookst travels to South China Me. Mr and Mrs Herbert Hosmer came back Saturday from a week in the White Mountains.
Ridward Clahane and Hagel Cook wed at St Marys rectory Cambridge on Sunday evening. Clahane, son of Mrs Margaret Clahane, was a 19165 graduate and works for Kitching Co in Boston. Cook, daughter of Mr and Mrs Cook, has been with Westinghouse Electrical Co as bookkeeper. Best man John Otahano and bridesmaid Florence Cook. Reception at the bride’s home. Honeymoon secret. They will reside on Cambridge street.
All set for field day as Maynard faces Concord at 1 PM with a major league grade contest. A rubber Lexington Concord game follows at 3 35 PM with moving pictures and dancing in the State Armory after events. Food, prizes and entertainment cap a full day of activities.
Miss Anna M. Collins, formerly Red Cross nurse for Concord, is guest of Mrs Charles Baggeson at 14 Union St. She now instructs in Home Hygiene for the American Red Cross in Detroit and recently completed a summer course at Detroit University. She will visit Beverly Gloucester and the Cape for the rest of the season.
A two-woman Medford driven car on Monument Street struck a stone hitching post in front of William Stevens’ house, overturning the vehicle. Both women escaped serious harm, clothes intact. Macone Bros. towed the smashed car. Also notices a maid wanted in Concord Mass and a lost diamond finder alert in Boston.
The Concord high football program plans a town canvass to raise money for proper equipment and a genuine training dummy to prepare the team for a strong season. Last year the team won more than half their games under Coach Peckham aided by Honard Daniels as they prepare for a demanding schedule. Bears funeral procession noted with pallbearers listed as Chester Lamson A George Gilman Robert Bunday and Malcolm Holden.
Patrolman Stronach takes two weeks off while Harold and Mrs Woods tour Maine. Lawrence Murphy suffers a stroke at Winterst home. Lizzie Bryant begins annual respite from post office duties Monday. Hazel Hall, children, Lillian Coolidge, and Anna Shaughnessy on trips. Heminways in Alvin Young’s Manning Street area. BPOE Hudson lodge plans Whesler’s Pond outing with dinner by McKenney. William Shinkwin returns after months in entomology work across several states. A small blaze near stove triggers extinguisher use at 10:80 Monday night.
Hudson lost to a picked All Stars team at Clinton 6 to 4 on Monday night in a freak win for Clinton. In the final frame Clinton had runners on with two out as Putroff batted and Marsden raced to third. The description notes a confusing play near home plate and left field with no pitcher yet named.
Funeral services for Milton D Cool were held yesterday at Hudson. The obituary notes his residence and surviving family.
Mrs Mary Catherine Iuarson widow of Bror Axel Iuarson died yesterday at her home 21 Howesat after a yearlong illness. A Sweden native who lived in Hudson 27 years she will be laid to rest this afternoon with Rev Herbert B. Francis officiating and burial at Mrs William L. Persons and William E. Tarbell to sing.
A historical note explains how bees navigate townscapes using memory and landmarks. It contrasts bees daily flights with nocturnal moths, arguing the bee’s fixed home aids daytime navigation, while moths lack stable residence and roam at night.
The writer argues Stephen Foster's tunes are not Negro music though some say his works echo black speech and sentiment. He notes that in past times only blackface minstrels performed publicly, shaping perceptions of race and music.
English language origin traces to Anglo Saxon spoken in England until 1066. Norman invasion brought French influence, introducing thousands of Latin words with tweaks. Subsequently even more Latin terms entered English shaping its vocabulary.
Mrs Wiseacre explains a new method to jog a forgetful husband’s memory by leaving a note on a cigar stack. She warns string hints are outdated and cites a note left for after lunch to prompt action, noting its effectiveness per a New York Sun quote.
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