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Newspaper

Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1949

Page

2

Maynard People and Friends Report Local Moves and Hospital Plans

Mrs Leakie Maple Street returned from Washington after a 10 week visit with Sheriff Michae Klott. Mrs Bino Hamalainen came home on Powder Mill Road after a two month visit with daughter Mrs Ruth Konitz in New York. Arthur Fournier, recently home at 9 High Street, plans hospital reentry for surgery soon. Miss Helen Daley of Melrace stayed with Mr and Mrs James B Farrell. Mr and Mrs Joseph Kransveithh congratulate on birth of a daughter last week. The Board of Directors of the Finnish Congregational ministers meet at the Maynard Finnish church on Wednesday December 14 with sessions at 2 and 7 p.m.

Mrs. Leakie Maple Street State of Washington Michae Klott Bino Hamalainen Powdermill Road Ruth Konitz New York Arthur Fournier High Street Baker Memorial Hospital Helen Daley Melrace James B. Farrell The Finnish Once and Congregational Ministers Maynard

Finnish Visitor Returns Home After 10 Months Stay

Maynard residents note Mrs. Lyyli Siikanen left for Finland last week after a ten month visit with her sister Miss Fannie Aho of Summit Street. They say her city is anti Russian and holds high regard for the American people.

Maynard Lyyli Siikanen Finland Fannie Aho Summit Street Siikanen

Mourning in Maynard as Gruber family suffers losses

Maynard notes the death of Mrs. Ethel Taylor and Myer Taylor of Brooklyn after a decade of sorrow for Mrs. Benjamin Gruber at 108 Summer street. Myer died in Miami Beach. funeral in West Roxbury. Mrs. Taylor and Mr. Taylor buried in local plots. Survivors include Mrs. Miah Marcus and Frank Taylor.

Maynard Benjamin Gruber Summer Street Hererand Ethel Taylor Myer Taylor Miami Beach Florida Taylor West Roxbury

Grandpa Skipclass Frames a Grandfather at 63

Davenport Iowa. Frank A Mc Donnell a St Ambrose College freshman skipped class only once as he becomes a grandfather for the fourth time. The 63 year old retired executive enrolled at the college this fall.

Davenport Frank A. Mc Donnell St. Ambrose College Mc Donnell

Bereavement Thanks From Nylund and Croft Family

The Nylund and Croft families express sincere appreciation to neighbors and friends for beautiful floral tributes and many kindnesses shown during their recent bereavement in the loss of their husband and father.

Lydia Nylund William Croft

Thank You Card From Arthur Fournier Maynard

Thank you expressed to friends and relatives for gifts and cards while a patient at Baker Memorial. Special thanks to VFW comrades for their wonderful gift. SignedArthur Fournier Maynard.

Baker Memorial

Maynard Den Club Holds Christmas Meeting and Party

The Maynard Den Club held a Christmas meeting and party Monday at Mrs. William Ingham's Brooks Street home. Table decor by Mrs. Coughlan Mrs. Victor Pen pard and Mrs. Joseph Martin with hostess Mrs. Henry Grieve and the executive board assisting. Mrs. Victor Pep pard and Mrs. Paul Poulson served coffee. The next meeting is set for Monday January 9 at Mrs. Earl Ryan's home.

Maynard Maynardden Club Sth William Ingham Brooks Street Coughlan Victor Penpard Joseph Martin Victor Peppard Paul Poulson Earl Ryan

Christmas Party Hosted by Veterans Council at Peoples Theatre

The Maynard Veterans Council will hold a Christmas party at the Peoples Theatre on Christmas Day starting at 2 p.m. All children are invited. Collection boxes have been placed around town to raise funds for a festive event with Santa distributing gifts. The theatre manager Mr Jin has donated the venue for the occasion.

Maynard Veterans Council Peoples Theatre Contributions Council Santa Jin

Maynard Assabet Aerie F O E to Initiate Class

Will initiate a class of new members at a meeting in the Eagles Hall next Sunday afternoon. A social and refreshments will follow the business session. The annual Christmas Party for children aged one to twelve is set for Saturday December 17 with entertainment and a Santa visit. Plans also include a New Year’s party with entertainment refreshments and a social set together.

Maynard Assabet Aerie F. O. E Eagles Hall Santa

Award Prizes At Russian Orthodox Event

Prize awards announced at a church sponsored gathering held Sunday November 27 the top prize went to Shep with 1st place in the table prize for clothing valued at 25 dollars second prize awarded to Charles Maynard at 65 Alew Street Fitchburg for the prize selection named Maynard.

Maynard Shep Ideloth Alwec Street Fitchburg Charies Ame Maynard

Civil Service Exam Passes Announced by State Director

State Director of Civil Service Thomas J. Greehan announced that a department has passed the written examination. The statement highlights successful candidates and marks a milestone in the hiring process.

Department Thomas J. Greehan

Monument to Memorialize Flag Raising on Suribachi

In Washington D C a monumental bronze sculpture depicting six Marines raising the Stars and Stripes atop Mt Suribachi Iwo Jima is planned for dedication on November 10 1950 The 100 foot statue by Felix de Weldon and Paul Franz Jaquet will serve as a national shrine honoring Marine heroism across wars.

Washington, D.C Mt. Suribachi Iwo Jima U.S Felix de Weldon Paul Franz Jaquet Oe Eer Ewe Salon Marine Corps Memorial Foundation Marine Corps League

Tarawa battle history free for wounded Purple Heart veterans

Washington DC veterans wounded in Tarawa who hold the Purple Heart will receive a free history volume on Tarawa and Marine operations in World War II. Requests should go to the Historical Division Headquarters US Marine Corps Washington 25 DC.

Washington D. C Tarawa U.S. Marine Corps D.C

Great Train Robbery Stuns Passengers Along the Ahnapee Route

Officials show little concern as two masked gunmen aboard a special on the Ahnapee and Western robbed 103 Shrine members en route to Sawyer. The bandits collected money from passengers while the engine’s large fez signaled the authorities. Proceeds were directed to the Shrine's crippled children fund.

Here Sawyer Ahnapee Great Bay Shrine Club

Men Wise Shoppers Grow More Cautious Grocers Say

Minneapolis report quotes a grocer with 35 years in the trade claiming men are wiser shoppers than women. He argues men seek variety and better value, while women tend to fall into routines. The grocer notes men consider how far food goes and plan purchases accordingly.

Minneapolis U. P James Minneapolis Rocer Varie Schilling

Mrs Helen Swanson Dies at 41 in Maynard

Maynard resident Mrs Helen Pauline Swanson 41 wife of J Herbert Swanson died suddenly Monday forenoon at 4 Herriman Court. She was born in the area and is survived by her husband and three children two sons John H Jr and Richard P of a Tie Teamare. Funeral services will be

Maynard Helen Pauline Swanson Herriman Court J. Herbert Swanson John H. Jr Richard P Duuchiar Dre

Aid Courses Led by ARC Instructors In Germany

Acton conducts an intensive aid course supervised by the American GI instructors under ARC guidance in cooperation with the Armed Forces in Germany and Austria. The ARC safety course trains personnel in emergency procedures and accident response.

Acton ARC Germany Austria

Maynard Methodist Couples Club Hosts Christmas Party

The Maynard Methodist Couples Club held a successful Christmas Party with members present and active. Mrs Victor Salloway led a community hymn sing with piano accompaniment by Mrs Joseph Mihalka. Anno Jr conducted a radio quiz program with gifts from local businessmen and officers were elected with Phillip Wilson and several others leading the event.

Maynard Maynard Methodist Victor Salloway Joseph Mihalka Anno Jr Phillip Wilson Edmund Philip Wilson

Twelve-niners and guests host wakefield service

West Acton reported that the Twelve-niners and guests from Wake field hosted a service on Sunday. The group explained activities aimed at promoting community improvement. Their singing and a trio's selections were highlighted. Coffee and cookies followed. Over 100 attended. Next Sunday at noon Guy Jones will discuss Highway Safety. he is with Lumberman's Mutual.

West Acton Wakefield Guy Jones

Maynard St John’s Ev. church hosts Shaw’s home event

A fragment reports Maynard and St John’s Evangelical church holding a Shaw’s home gathering at an unspecified time. Details are unclear in the OCR, but the event is tied to the church and Shaw’s residence.

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Joseph Kransveithh Pillsbury Sale Baker's Yecht Club Peas CY eVang A? Nason Arthur Fournier Maynard Bru. Paveson Sei Liste Suribachi Poland England Maguel Coty Pei Sutton Bath Saly Cara Nome Main Street Powder Mill Road
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