06 Dec 1933
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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1933
Page
1
Boston crowds celebrated the end of the dry era with a peaceful turnout. Across the nation 18 states opened liquor shops as national prohibition faltered while other states debated legalizing sale.
President Roosevelt calls on Americans to restore respect for law and order as Prohibition ends. He urges support for the change and stresses the importance of upholding public security and orderly conduct nationwide.
Voters across thirteen Massachusetts cities including Brockton Holyoke Newburyport and Salem Faunton returned incumbents to the top mayoral posts as local ballots counted yesterday. Dec 6 results reflect steady political support for existing leadership.
Maine voters face a statewide decision on repealing the prohibition amendment. The dispatch notes Maine’s dry status and the national push as people move to cast ballots today.
Thomas B. King sues the American Mills and the American Company in two civil actions seeking damages around 200 000 dollars for injuries from an explosion on June 14 1916 at Maynard. King 54 claims failure to keep powder safe and provide for him. The case proceeds to trial in Middlesex Superior Court.
Concord notes mark the 39th anniversary of Mr and Mrs M Lane of Central Street with renewed respect for their long union. The couple married Dec 5 1874 in North Abington by Rev Vesey, as Mrs Lane’s family recalls their 40 plus years in Concord.
Six Protestant churches in Concord join for an annual morning service at 9 oclock held at the Parish United Church. Rev Wheeler Stone of West Concord Union church led the service with Rev Russell Pack of Trinity Episcopal delivering the sermon. Dr Frank Welland of the Methodist church offered prayer and Rev Lor Thurlow of the Trinity church read scriptures.
A Concord post office report notes a congressman conducted a district tour on Monday and evening hours to gauge constituent reaction and address concerns about matters in the locality.
James Eaton Sr of 24 Brooks Street died Friday at his home at age 86 born in Sunderland and long a resident of town. He leaves wife Ruth Eaton and son James Eaton Jr with daughter Miss Ruth Eaton. Funeral held Sunday from his son’s home with Rev Matthew A Vance officiating. Burial in Glenwood Cemetery.
Concord women mobilize for Civil Works Administration jobs headed by Mrs. Richard B Hobart. About 20 women already registered with many more expected to sign up. Registrants divided into professional and unskilled classes and must register at the Public Welfare Office in the Town Hall Building by midday. Only Concord women residents on the town welfare list and supporting families without aid are eligible.
The Young People’s [Bacilty/likely Bacility] of the Episcopal Church will meet this evening at Miss Taylor’s home in Acton. The gathering aims to discuss church activities and community outreach.
Maynard remains unlicensed as selectmen delay action while state officials push licenses for two package stores eight licenses for clubs restaurants and taverns plus druggist licenses. Representative Sheridan expects many applications though four or five package store applicants are known and several 3.2 license holders may or may not apply before town election to decide tavern issues.
Concord reports the St Bernard's parish annual reunion at Monument Hall on Wednesday evening. Rev Michael J Ahearn of Weston College lectured on Tolerance the Touchstone of America after a concert by the Ecker Trio. reception followed under pastor Rev H Finnick and John Sears.
Rev Frank Olettane will lead Sunday morning and evening services. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Bible study and sermon to follow. Ladies’ aid gathering to meet at Mrs L Peterson’s home on Sea Street with Mrs rt L Peterson assisting.
Reverend Edward P. Daniels will lead Sunday morning worship at 11. Sanday details incomplete. the minister will preach on a subject not specified. Local readers urged to attend church service at the stated time.
William Scully reports new Civil Works funding to admit more projects and hire hundreds of men before Friday. By week’s end 76 men were employed on GWA work. total unemployment listed at 428 with 63 already working. Plans include a knitting project with workers from several towns to produce sweaters for C C camps.
Three Maynard youths plead guilty to breaking into the Midway roadside stand at Main and Conant streets in W Concord and stealing 80 dollars worth of stock. Frederick Nolan and David G. Sheehan of the Concord police directed the case. Judge Howard A. Wilson bound James Reed 17, Raymond A. Koskela 18, and Arvi Norgoal 16 over to the Grand Jury in the District Court with $1000 bail each.
Rev Matthew Vance and partners Burton Coughlan and Joseph Schnab were appointed to a chamber of commerce committee to study Christmas lights. They reported talks with Edison staff suggesting lights could be strung from the bridge to the Methodist church corner on Main Street and from Main to Summer on Nason Street at a cost of 300 to 400 dollars. If feasible the project could be completed this year with possible expansion.
Rt. Rev. Samuel G. J. D. suffragan Bishop of the Boston diocese will visit St George's Church for a confirmation on Sunday December 10 at 4 p m. St Hilda's Guild plans a Christmas bean supper at Parish Hall Saturday afternoon at 4 30 with articles for sale.
The State Board of Health says Federal funds made available through C W A would support diphtheria immunization efforts. A house to house canvass was proposed to urge mothers to immunize their children, as discussed by Maynard Board of Health leadership.
The Cooperative Club held a weekly whist party at the United Operative building on Monday night. The door prize went to Joseph Fraser. Whist prize winners included John Hansen Edith Elgon Clara Sweet O Warren Arthur Vi Bariteau R Harwood D Bson Mary Kukkula Mrs T B Costello Mrs Glickman Sims Margaret O’Connor Mona Servais June Anne Lehto Margaret McCarthy Dorothy Costello S Korsman Edna Jones Ajetles Anderson Marion Hatch Lena Frankland John Scacetutti Kandles W Manty Eleanor Costello Mrs Baker and Anton Peterson.
Sudbury South Sudbury a house occupied by Mr and Mrs Mulvaney was badly damaged by fire Friday night about 830 pm. Loss estimated in the thousands with some coverage by insurance. Fire officials believe a short circuit caused the blaze. Mrs Mulvaney escaped with her cat and clothing while a passerby was summoned to call the fire department. A quick action helped save part of the property and hose lines were laid to combat the flames.
Two men, a tired skull, broken arm, and broken leg suffered after their car ran off the road and crashed into a mine area near West ge. They are well enough to be treated and are patients at Fiereone Brownee Brown Street. Samuel C. Ineson of Stow witnessed the incident and reported damage.
Information incomplete but indicates a VFW Auxiliary Christmas hire event scheduled for Sunday, December 17 with Mat Matson likely serving as chair.
Mr. and Mrs. William O. Strout of 34 Concord Street observed their golden anniversary on a Monday with a crowded home full of friends and family. They were married December 4, 1883 in Maynard by Reverend I. B. Bigelow and have long been active in local business and town affairs.
The order hosts a regional gathering in Maynard with attendees from Waltham Watertown Allston Brookline Natick and Boston. Notables invited include George H White and Roland H Bits. Rev Andrew J Torsioff will speak as opening ceremonies begin at 8 o clock with Past Chancellors in the chairs followed by a reception and buffet.
The White Cross Guild plans its annual donation party at the Maple House on Sunday next, inviting groceries and articles for Christmas baskets. The organization has lavished aid during hard times, with President Mrs A E Hilferty directing efforts and members ready to accept contributions.
Concord High School stumbles as fumbles and injuries mar a rivalry game against Lex High. Wiggins injures elbow late in the third, 43 yard play pivotal as Lex converts. Middlesex teams in a tight chase with Maynard and Belmont, Maynard outclassed by Winchester and heavy scrimmage.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Mayor Lyons and a license, hinting at a historic liquor regulation issue in the city. The readable text suggests a grand plan or era related to bars and licensing, but details are incomplete.
Maynard Branch Red Cross enrolled 299 members in the annual roll call closing at Thanksgiving. The drive was the finest in years and contributors are thanked by Mrs. Witham Litchfield, branch chairman, for the success and support from solicitors and donors.
The L. D. Wilson Chapter of DeMolay in Maynard held a semi public installation attended by Beverley marshall and Chapter Advisors who led the event. Roland Dawson was named head of the new officers with a tour of the installation to follow.
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