Complex Trust Dispute Involving Ames Heirship
The Framingham Trust, as trustee under the Orion Ames estate, seeks court guidance on distributing eight thousand dollars in trust. Walter Clifford Ames has died, creating questions about his share among surviving beneficiaries and residuary legatees. The court is asked to determine the rightful distribution and issue related relief, with appearances due by December 12, 1939. Proceedings noted November 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red’ Ames
Framingham Trust Y
Orion
Amies
Saidry
Gid
Petit
Walter Clif Ames
Ames Blgwood
Probate Court Notice in Willis Middleton Estate Acton
Probate Court of Massachusetts notes all interested parties in the estate of Willis Middleton of Acton to review and object to Martha Elizabeth Middleton trustee’s fifth to ninth accounts. Filing appearances required before ten oclock in the morning on November twenty first, 1939. John C. Leggat First Judge presiding with Loring P. Jordan Register. Nov 29 Dec 6 13.
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Idge
Aecess
John’ C. Leghat
Gowwcate
Massachusetts
Willis Middleton
Acton
Martha Elizabeth Middleton Thers
Ted
Bridge
Loring. P. Jordan
Lost Book Notice From Middlesex Institution For Sav
Payment stopped on Deposit Book No. 33094 held by J. W. Ballou Rest. Treas. at Middlesex Institution for Lav. Massachusetts. Notice dated September 29, 1939.
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Middlesex Institution For Lavby J. W
Ballou
Rest. Treas. the. Mass
Buried relics and legends in Aomori village suggest a cross tale
The article describes a village near Honshu's tip in Aomori where a mound tied to Christ is venerated. Locals claim a Moon House ruin named Tsukino Tatte marks a sacred site linked to a white traveler Soraitaro who supposedly carried Christian and other beliefs across Europe and Asia.
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Oryo
Herai
Iig
Japan
Aomori
Honshu Island
Mount-Yadatsin
Christ
Suinin
Soraitaro
Soraitaré
Iskiri
Europe
Siberia
Red Mori
Nne
Jena
Diverse Christmas Dates Across Regions Reflect Old Calendars
The text notes how Saint Nicholas Day is observed on December 5 in Holland, while Hungary marks Santa Claus visits earlier. It mentions January 5 as Christmas in some US areas, Aleutian islanders using the old Russian calendar for January 14 New Year, and Alaska practicing December 2 or January 7 celebrations.
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Saint Nicholas
Holland
Nicholas
Hungary
Santa Claus
Scotland
Gregory
United States
North Carolina
Alaska
France
Pere “Noel
Christmas Cards Flood Postmaster General Farley
The article notes Postmaster General James A. Farley receives about 1,000 Christmas cards daily during the season. It mentions Vasco Da Gamna, described as a great pro President Sacapanet, receiving a toothbrush and a cake of soap each Christmas.
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James A. Farley
Vasco Da'Gamna
Sacapanet
Printing set to begin on Christmas cards for 1940 41 season
A fragment notes Thea and Mendekughs preparing Christmas cards for the 1940-41 season. It mentions a large Enga firm with 500 men and calendars often added to the cards, as holidays end and printers resume work.
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Thea
Christmas Customs Abroad and in Europe
The piece describes how Christmas is celebrated in England France Belgium and the Soviet Union. It contrasts American turkey dinners with European traditions including St Nicholas Befana Pere Noel Father Frost and Epiphany gifts. It notes customs such as the Christmas log feast hay manger tables and early candy gifts for children.
Maynard Dramatic Club invited to enter Second Anniak Theatre Tournament
The Concord Players invite the Maynard Dramatic Club to enter the Second Annual Theatre Tournament of Greater Boston. Their production of Kind Lady is in rehearsal for a Wednesday performance on May street hall stage under the bell. Judges and past trophy details to be announced. The cast includes Huldah Nelson Led F. Mullin and Margaret Martin with director Henry Tatler.
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Maynard i/ Dramatic Club
Concord
Ptyersite
Anniak Little Theatre Tournament
Greater Boston
Edward Hannon
Dramatic Club
Concord Players
Dramatice Club
Maynard’ Teachers’ Club
Sted Agat
Ers
Fides
Fae
Igen
Cord
Bawin D. Brooks
Cath
New York
Henry’ Tatler
Stow
Ida
Huldah Nelson
Led F. Mullin
Margaret Martin
Emylee Lever
Richard Bilson
Helen Ketcia
Laura Lent
Charles Manty
Meat Packer Donates 5000 Parcels of Meat This Christmas
A meat packer donated 5 000 parcels of ten pounds each to help the needy during Yuletide. Over ten years the donor has given away more than 20 tons of meat, driven by a personal pledge to aid hungry families.
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Yuletide
The First Santa Claus and Saint Nicholas Legend
The first Santa Claus was St Nich man who gave secret gifts to the poor. He hid purses of gold in cottage windows and then ran away, a practice described as one of his tricks.
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Ted Rawlings
Santa Claus
St Nichman
Casia
Phillip
Saint Nick Delivers Gifts Amid Wooden Shoe Traditions
In a festive scene a figure resembling Saint Nicholas arrives aboard a white horse and searches wooden shoes to fill with gifts, echoing classic holiday customs of St. Nicholas delivering presents.
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St. Nicholas
Fragments Sketch Vanity Quotes by Stevenson
A clipped line reflects on vanity with a terse remark attributing a sentiment to Robert Louis Stevenson. The fragment hints at literary wit and a terse evaluation of fame or self-importance.
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Bayerrith
New Union Congregational Welcomes Rev Fowler as Pastor
Rev Fowler formerly of Greeate is greeted into the pastorate of the Union Congregational Church. He and his wife will reside near the church and express satisfaction with the work. The Pilgrim Fellowship evening service welcomed the new pastor and noted strong youth involvement. The church fair is set for Thursday and Friday with a cafe, supper, and entertainment planned.
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Maynard
W' Foweler
Greeate
Pave
Union Congregational
Mr. Fowler
Cler
Ev. M. Oe
Vance
eMeneet
Fowler
Don
Tie
Will
Pilgrim Fellowship
Rath E. Marsden
Chariés’ Keene
Andy Mra
McGarry
Murray
MacKenzie
Maynard Woman's Club To Hear Readings
Beverly resident Beil Rigers will entertain at a regular meeting of the Maynard Woman's Club, Tuesday afternoon, December 12, at E. of C. hall. Miss Jesu l. Davis of Rock Street will give readings, with Mrs. William M¢éy presiding as president. The Epitality committee lists numerous members including Mrs. George Kaler and Mrs. Albert Batley among others.
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Maynard
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