Bedford Community Notes From Local Meetings and Family News
The Newcomers Club held a Christmas meeting at the school cafeteria with Mrs. James Meikle as chair. Plans are underway for a children's Christmas party on December 18. A roast beef supper was hosted at the First Parish Unitarian Church with co chairs Mrs. Lewis G. Webber and Mrs. Louis H. Smith. St Michael's Church observed the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Troop 16 members and Bedford Fire Department demonstrated resuscitation techniques. Ball & Chain Club hosted a social with a Scotch auction at Church of Christ Congregational. Francis James Sullivan, born November 20 at Fitchburg General Hospital, is welcomed by Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Sullivan. Pfc. Russell G. Lee, son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell H. Lee, is stationed at Fort Bragg with the 82nd Airborne Division. Concord High School alumnus Maj. R. C. Van Buskink is elected chairman of the Bedford Boy Scouts troop committee. Murray York remains scoutmaster with assistants David Sinizer, Karl Spangler, and Philip Vaughn. The Bedford Board of Health well child conference continues under Mrs. Norman C. Lindau with clerical help from Mrs. E. F. Tillson and Mrs. Joseph Mangion. Dr. Harriet Search, pediatrician, assisting. Jefferson Fell and Doris Guertin Fell welcome twin sons born November 29. they also have a girl and a boy. Grandparents Florentel of Linkoln and Mr. and Mrs. Fred M. Gustin, Bedford, figure in the news.
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Maj
R. C. van Buskink J
Bedford Boy Scouts
Murray York
David Sinizer
Karl Spangler
Philip Vaughn
Bedford Board of Health
Norman C. Lindau
E. F. Tillson
Joseph Mangion
Harriet Search
Concord News Snips Include Birthday and School Dance
Concord residents report An Tadonisi turns six and attends Thoreau School as Concord High plans a dance at a new storefront December 17. Middlesex School students begin holiday vacation December 15 with classes paused until January 5, 1956. Engagement announced between Constance Lahme and Sgt. Howard C. McKinnis, Westford graduate employed at Utica Mutual in Concord.
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Middlesex School
Constance Lahme
Patl “Bahme
Orchard Street
Forge Village
Sergt
Howard C. McKinnis
Vu. S. Afmy
Prattville
Alabama
Westford
Utica Mutual Insurance Company
Concord
Red light record man pays own fine in parade of progress
Police officer Ray Bossert drove through a newly installed downtown semaphore during its debut and issued himself a ticket. He paid the fine, demonstrating strict adherence to the new traffic signal rules in Bismarck North Dakota.
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Bismarck
N. D
Ray Bossert
Bossert
Probate Notice in Eaton Estate in Sudbury
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Middlesex Probate Court notices the estate of Calvin E. Eaton of Sudbury. Edith B. Eaton petitions probate to be executrix without bond. Objections must be filed in Cambridge before 10 a.m. December 28, 1955. Signed John C. Esquire and John J. F. Judge.
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Middlesex
Calvin E. Eaton
Sudbury
Said
Edith B. Eaton
Cambridge
John C.at
John J. F
First Class Mail Urged For Christmas Cards
Local Postmaster promotes a Christmas mailing push with three cent stamps to ensure first class delivery before December 25. He advises return addresses on envelopes and notes size rules for hand cancellation. Separate local and out of town bundles and mail distant cards by December 15. Urges local gifts mailed by December 10 and catalogs delayed until after Christmas.
Acton Center Woman's Club Meets December 14
On Wednesday December 14 the Acton Center Woman's Club will hold its meeting with dessert at 1 30 pm Mrs Frederick W Abbt president will preside The group will demonstrate Christmas wrappings by G B Colgar and gifts will be wrapped for women patients at the US Veterans Administration Hospital Bedford Mrs H Vaughan Allen presents the speaker and Mrs Harrington Moore hosts the evening.
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Acton Center
Frederick W. Abbt
G. B. Colgar
US. Veterans Administration Hospital
Bedford
H. Vaughan Allen
Harrington Moore
Concord Weekly Events Calendar Preview
This week in Concord lists a variety of gatherings from Thursday through next Wednesday including military drill at State Armory and PTA meetings to church activities. Notable items include DeMolay chapter, Rebekah lodge sale, parish church gatherings, orchestra concert, and local club sessions.
Acton Week Calendar Highlights Local Meetings
Cap Isaac Davis Chapter D A R hosts a meeting at Mrs Dewey Boatman’s home at 8 p.m. West Acton Woman's Club gathers at the Community Center at 2 45 p.m. Legion holds a meeting at the new Legion home at 8 p.m. A special town meeting is set for 8 p.m. at Blanchard Memorial Auditorium. Board of selectmen meets Town Hall at 7 30 p.m. Acton Grange meets Town Hall at 8 p.m. Acton Center Woman's Club has a 1 30 p.m. gathering at the clubhouse. Ladies Auxiliary A L meets at Legion home at 7 p.m.
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Concord Woman’s Club
Board’ of ‘Selectmen
Town House
Corinthian Lodge
A. F
A. M
Masonic Temple
Isaac Davis
D.A.R
Dewey Boatman
West Acton
Woman’s Club
Community Center
New Legion Home
Blanchard Memorial Auditorium
Board of Selectmen
Town Hall
Acton Grange
Acton’ Center Woman's Club
A.L
Legion Home
Bedford Snee participates in France Army overnight exercise
Specialist Raymond T. Snee, 21, of Bedford, a truck driver with the 7831st Army Unit Storage Company, took part in an Army overnight field exercise in France staged by the Advance Section of the European Communications Zone. He entered the Army in 1954 and arrived overseas last April from Aberdeen Proving Ground. He is a former Concord High School student and was a mechanic for Fay Motor Co.
Oxygen and Altitude Risks At Extreme Flight Heights
Aviation note warns that a person without protection at 50 000 feet would lose consciousness in 11 to 17 seconds and die within minutes while at 30 000 feet usefulness of consciousness falls below two minutes.
For Sale Single 6 Room House With Oil Heat
House listing offers six rooms with oil steam heat and a full dry cellar. Features a two car stone garage with upstairs storage on 3696 square feet of land in an ideal neighborhood. Contact TW 7-8179 after 6 pm for weekend calls.
Company Y Inspections at Concord Armory Preview Superior Rating
Brig Gen Otis Whitney Samuel Melisi Walter Dow Jr Capt Donald Linscott and Capt Maurice Dee observed the annual federal inspection of Company H. Lt Gen Rodger Paul led the review at Governors Island New York. Phase one covered administration supply records clothing and vehicles. Phase two tested ranks appearance knowledge and training efficiency. Paul praised the company and its members. A superior rating is likely though results arrive weeks later.
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Concord
States Armory
Otis M. Whitney
Samuel Melisi
Walter E. Dow
Donald A. Linscott
Maurice L. Dee
Dow
National Guard
Gol. Rodger N. Paul
Ffinst Army
Governors Island
New York
Col
Paul
Paul. VY. Dee
Nashoba Valley fair date announced at Town hall
The date of the Nashoba Valley Associates No 13 fair at the Town hall was set for Friday December 16 with public attendance welcome. Rev Eric W Grimshaw of Acton Center Evangelical Congregational Church preached on The Fifth Commandment Today Honor Parents Sunday. Acton Garden Club met with Mrs Karl von Sneidorn as guest speaker on Decorating for Christmas at Acton Center Women's Clubhouse. Local folks urged to contribute to the retarded children's campaign. Mrs Robert Tipton of South Acton is campaign chair for Acton and Roxborough. Capt Isaac Davis Chapter DAR to meet at Mrs Dewey Boatman’s Acton Center home at 8 pm.
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Nashoba Valley Associates
Eric W. Grimshaw
Acton Center
Acton Garden Club
Karl von Sneidorn
Robert Tipton
South Acton
Acton
Roxborough
Isaac . Davis
Main Street
Home craftsmen buy over 200 million in power tools last year
Home craftsmen spent more than 200 million dollars on power tools in the previous year, reflecting strong demand for equipment used by builders, woodworkers, and tradespeople across the country. The report highlights rising sales as households undertake renovations and professional shops expand inventory.
Card of Thanks from the Noble Loomer Family
The Noble Loomer Family of West Concord extends thanks to neighbors for kindnesses shown during their recent bereavement.
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Loomer
West Concord
Orchestra's Sunday Concert in Concord High School
On Sunday afternoon December 11 at 3 oclock the Concord Orchestra will give a concert for young people in the new high school auditorium. The program features school-age performers trained by assistant conductor David Huston and piano soloist Polly Anderson winner of the youth competition. A trumpets solo and Bach the Little Fugue in a new arrangement conclude the program under conductor Colin Slim admission is free.
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Concord
Concord Orchestra
David Huston
Polly Anderson
Colin Slim
Local ladies receive pins at Carlisle nursing course closing
Carlisle Thirteen local ladies earned pins at the closing of the home nursing course conducted by Mrs Edna Sleeper R N for the Concord Red Cross Chapter. Guest speaker was Dr Leroy P Houck of Concord. Participants included Ann Johnson Gloria White Marge Metzler Marian Lamburn Frances Evans Edna Stacy Joan Morgan Carbone Jean Burak Mary Blancheard Betty Johnson Gladys Gratton and Lillian Matthews.
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Carlisle
Edna Sleeper
R.N
Concord Red Cross
Mary Pratt
West ‘Concord
Red Cross
Leroy P. Houck
Concord
Ann Johnson
Gloria White
Marge Metzler
Marian’ Lamburn
Frances ‘Evans
Edna Stacy
Joan Morgan
Carbone
Jean Burak
Mary Blanchard
Betty Johnson
Gladys Gratton
Lillian Matthews
North Billerica
Acton Community Groups Meet and Plan Activities
West Acton Baptist Youth Fellowship traveled to Boxborough for a Sunday evening meeting. D A W Minute Man Chapter led by Col Edward Higgins plans to attend a Lowell council meeting on Sunday December 11. Free tuberculosis X ray appointments offered by Eileen Hale and Hazel Vose. Mrs Benjamin A Plume hosted Maynard Garden Club meeting at 164 High Street South Acton with a holiday arrangement. Concord Lions Club workers Fred Bubier and Robert Lortz assisted at a district food sale in Concord. John W Forrest and George H Allen represented Acton Lions at the District 33N advisory council in Saugus last Wednesday.
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Minute-Man Chapter
Edward J. Higgins
South Acton
Lowell
Benjamin A. Plume
High Street
Maynard Garden Club
Concord Lions
Concord
Frederick Bubier
Robert Lortz
West Acton
John W. Forrest
Orchard Drive
George H. Allen
School Street
Acton Lions Club
Saugus
Holiday choir program at Acton Center church draws crowd
A well attended holiday music program by the junior choir was held last Thursday at Acton Center church. Presented by Mrs Donnell Boardman and sponsored by the Service League. Holy Day of obligation noted at St Elizabeth of Hungary Church West Acton. Ladies Circle of South Acton Community Universalist Church hosted a large fair on Saturday with committee members including Mrs Martha Lowden Mrs Dorothy Hyde Mrs Gladys Louis and Mrs Edith Braman.
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Acton Center
Donnell Boardman
Service League
St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church
West Acton
Ladiess Circle of
South Acton
DIY Sparkling Snowball Ornament Craft Idea
A holiday craft using white foam plastic to make eye catching snowball decorations. Form a 6 inch ball, cover with glitter, add red stars, a bow and loop for hanging, creating centerpieces and tree ornaments for festive display.
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Axi
Finaline
Mather Ther
Aroun Samana
Usi
Second Acton cruiser damaged as Officer Collins escapes injury
Police report a second Acton cruiser damaged in recent weeks. Patrolman Edward J. Collins Jr escaped serious harm after a dog darted into the path on River Street last Friday at 8 15 am. He was treated for an injured hip and shock and expected to miss days of work. The ambulance suffered major damage and was towed to Cunningham's Garage. the prior incident involved a 1956 model replacement.
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Acton
Collins
South Acton
Edward J. Collins, Jr
River Street
O. Lawrence Clark
Cunningham
Hallowe
Children urged to help Emerson Hospital with toy drive
Concord children can aid Emerson Hospital’s expansion by cleaning out nurseries and playrooms and placing unwanted toys in labeled bags for the Emerson Hospital Auxiliary rummage sale. After Christmas collectors will gather these toy boxes for the drive.
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Concord
Emerson Hospital
Local Church Groups host speaker and scout updates
The L R Y of the First Parish Unitarian Church invited Dr Charles Shagoury radiologist at Lowell General Hospital to speak in Chelmsford. L R Y officers include Rosalie Bennett president Vera Dyment vice president Elaine Edwards secretary and Margaret Wentzel treasurer. Three new patrols Eagle Woodsman and Flying Eagle joined Troop 16 Boy Scouts active in delivering Christmas baskets. The Couples Club of St Michael's Church plans a Christmas party. Rev Arthur C Flynn curate serves as spiritual director.
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First Parish Unitarian Church
Chelmsford
Charles Shagoury
Lowell General Hospital
L.R.Y
Rosalie Bennett
Vera Dyment
Elaine Edwards
Margaret Wentzel
Eagle
Flying Eagle
St. Michael’s Church
Arthur C. Flynn
Thank You Note From Philip Allard
Neighbors and friends express gratitude for kindness gifts and cards during illness at Emerson Hospital and at home. Special thanks to Dewey and Army Chemical Company Knights of Columbus Holy Name Society and all who cared. Philip Allard at 10 DeMars Street.
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Dewey and Army’ Chemical Company
Knights of Columbus
Holy Name Society
Emerson Hospital
Philip Allard
DeMars Street
Stow Civic Club Dec 12 Meeting Aided by Wanderers
Stow Civic Club plans its December 12 gathering with a 7:00 pm tea and entertainment by Lexingtons Wanderers double quartet. Public invited for an entertaining evening as part of civic events.
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Civic Club of
Stow
Wanderers
Lexington
Stow to Present December Eight and Nine Play
Stow presents a three act Christmas show directed by Alan and written by Bruce Sulkala. John plays a medical student role with Lucy Maxwell and Fred Mit in the cast. The seniors push hard, and the program runs in Stow.
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HiNbilly
Alan Ee
Hillbin
Bruce Sulkala
Hiss
John
Fred Mit
Lucy Maxwell
Stow
Garden Holiday in Stow Plans Christmas Decoration Contest
Stow residents host a Garden Holiday event with a Christmas decoration contest. Prizes will be awarded for three categories. Registration starts December 17 with blanks available at The Store, Mr. Johnson's school, or from the Garden Club. The judging day is December 22.
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Florence Addy
Stor Tre
Johnson
Garden Club
Pennsylvania Cow Captures Notable Milk Yield
A Guernsey cow from Meanor farm in a Pennsylvania county produced 4,000 pounds of milk in a year and 9,087 pounds of fat in a twice daily yield. A British explorer James Cook and a film about his life are referenced in a scattered fragment.
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Pittsburgh
Meanor Farm
Guernsey
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Newcomers Club
James Meikle
Alliance
Lewis G. Webber
Louis H. Smith
St. Michael's Church
Salvatore Albani
Bedford Fire Department
Ball & Chain Club
Church of Christ, Congregational
Francis J. Sullivan
Springs Road
Fitchburg General Hospital
Francis James, Jr
Russell G. Lee
Russell H. Lee
Loomis Street
Fort Bragg
North Carolina
504Th Airborne Infantry
82Nd Airborne Division
U.S. Army
Concord High School
Jefferson Fell
Doris Guertin
Laredo
Teas
Florentel
Linkom Weeureeeford
Fred M. Gustin
Anthony Road
Ann Tadonisi
Mainstreet
Carmin J. Iodinisi
Thoreau School
Concord High
Couome
Ae Bay Brotenshroom Growers, Inc
Boston Post
Sudbury Hilltop
Joseph C. McBreen
Chester Rapson
Pic
Richard Rice
Lincoln
State ‘Armory
Thoreau- Wheeler P. T. A
Harvey Wheeler
Concord DeMolay
Mason's “Temple
Willow Rebekah
Gail Mark
Holy Name Societies of
Our Lady’s
St. Bernard’s Church
Jolly Seven
George H. Fenton
Concord Lodge of Elks
James J. Mansfield
A. L
Veterans Building
Hawthorne Chapter
Concord Rotary Club
Howard _Johnson’s
West Concord Woman’s Club
Union Church
Snee of
France
Lake Boone Water Front
Haaser Alt St
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The
Edwards-Quimby Post, A. L
U. S. Veterans Hospital
Dorothy Smith
Winona Rebekah Lodge
Central Street
Anna Chickering
Noble Ground
Adv
Eileen Hale
Hazel Vose
Tel Twinoaks
Great Road
Meynard
Stow News
Julia Pippert
Crescent St. Twinoaks
Jack Ketola
Red Acre Road
Florida
Herbert Potter
Crescent St
Hudson Hospital
Ralph Smith
Kappa Pi Alpha Praternity
Bentley School of Accounting and Finance
Boston
First Parish Church
Unitarian
James Robinson
James Jackson Putnam Children’s Center
Pennsylvania
James Cook
Harold Ledgard
Emerson
Reepe
Stillriver
Aroard
Mass
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