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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1955
Page
22
Advisories urge travelers to avoid displaying cash and handbags in crowds and warn against door-to-door sellers. Homeowners should keep lights on, avoid advertising absences, and secure keys. Businesses should limit cash, use safes, train staff, and alert police for suspicious activity.
At a district assembly Salem Rizk from Syria spoke about his life, journeys to America, and becoming a citizen. He described his experiences in Syria and the value of the United States, and announced he would donate his book Syrian Yankee to the school library.
Lincoln Grange P H held a regular meeting at the Town Hall last Tuesday with Safety Night observed. Refreshments were served by Mrs Alfred M Davis Miss Julie Campobasso Mrs Richard Hayes and Miss Marion O Hearn.
Middlesex County reported 396 new active tuberculosis cases last year a slight drop of three from the previous year. Dr Helen Evarts Middlesex County Sanatorium warns that despite a falling death rate the TB problem grows with more people needing rehabilitation and ongoing health checks. The Middlesex Health Association praises rehabilitation and free chest X ray screening funded by Christmas Seal sales which continue through December.
Charles Belanger 16 and Robert Koning 18 were injured when their car veered on Westford Street near Towle's Flats last Wednesday around 10 p.m. The vehicle struck three trees and was wrecked. Both were taken to Emerson Hospital. Belanger released, Koning held overnight. Officer Roy V. Cann investigated.
Mrs. Mary E. Irwin widow of George Lawrence Irwin aged 93 observed her birthday anniversary last Thursday at the home of her daughter Mrs. John Boardman where she resides. She has lived in Concord for many years.
Massachusetts population rose by 344 364 to 4 837 645 in a decade while Boston fell from 766 386 to 724 702. Suburban towns like Lexington and Natick saw large gains, reflecting a shift toward bedroom communities. The mid decade census informs liquor license allocation and other planning.
Postmaster General Sum merfield announced in Washington that mail carriers will switch from grey and black to maroon and blue uniforms. The change aims to modernize the post office attire and provide a distinctive official appearance.
Acton residents report on church services school year dates and holiday plans. George H. Allen on business in Philadelphia. Yuletide break ends December 23. Nashoba Valley Court of Armarants holds fair and supper Friday at Town Hall. Edwards-Quimby Post attends commanders dance in Woburn. Christmas smorgasbord at Acton Center Congregational church raises funds for retarded children. High Street bridge repairs begin after hurricane Diane damage. West Acton Baptist pastor preaches on reading the Bible.
West Concord Lincoln Concord Carlisle troops are invited to a dance at the Harvey Wheeler School Auditorium this Friday evening December 16 at 7 o clock. Troop 33 sponsors the event and boys should come in uniform with a date. Admission will be nominal.
The Internal Revenue Service announces raids on Rainbow Restaurant Foley's Winnie's Park Restaurant and Lou's Bowling Alleys in Pittsfield led by Boston Intelligence Division agents and a U S Marshal. They found unpaid occupational tax and misapplied gaming tax payments on coin operated amusements and gaming devices. Five pinball related seizures and arrests in Massachusetts were cited as part of broader enforcement of wagering tax statutes.
Concord St Bernard CYO hosts hayride from Monument Square to Rod and Gun Club with dancing and refreshments. Committee chair Carol Carmody aided by James W Powers. Sponsors include Harold Malcolm and John Kelley couples. Upcoming events include a Bobby Sox dance and a skating party.
Concord list report shows November totals: Medical 81, surgical 96, obstetric 68, total discharges 304. Inpatient counts include male 32, female 61. newborns 29. daily averages 62.8 to 62.5. private 33, semi private 77, ward 135. patient days total 1875 with medical surgical 1133 and obstetric 350. Towns with in and out patients list Concord leading at 89 in, 152 out.
Mr. and Mrs. James SH Lee welcomed a daughter born recently at Emerson Hospital. The Bafta Club met at the Church of Christ Congregational with Ruth Palmer guiding Christmas centerpiece tips. Salvation Army drive raised 2183 dollars, Bedford Service Fund retains 436 dollars. Postmaster Davis warned residents to mail early. 1940 Club hosted by Mrs. Irvin Puffer with dessert bridge. prize winners named. Bedford High freshmen held a field day dance with Lois Blakeney as faculty advisor. Mr and Mrs Arthur Parker Jr welcomed a second daughter Christina Mary at Emerson Hospital.
Bedford Lions Club announces its annual Christmas party for members guests and children on Wednesday December 21 at 6 30 pm at The Nanoy Grill. President Paul Gilman and committee oversee gifts and refreshments with a guest speaker Bob Murphy expected in January.
Carlisle monthly P T A meeting on Monday night December 19 at 8 o clock will be presided by President William Shumway. Mrs Lyle Grant principal of Highland Elementary will lead pupils in a cantata with refreshments served. The Missouri River begins at the junction of the Jefferson and Madison Rivers in Madison County Montana and runs 2466 miles to the Mississippi above St Louis.
West Concord remembers Joseph Rannuzzo a World War I veteran who died at home at 66 after a long illness He was born in Aragona Italy December 18 and lived in Concord 52 years He worked for Whitney Coal & Oil before retirement He leaves his wife Salvatrice four sons Nicholas Steven Dominick Salvatore a daughter Mary and five grandchildren His funeral is at St Berns with burial in a local cemetery Read the committal firing squad from MNG at the service.
West Concord William E. Edmonds age 67 of 171 Commonwealth Avenue died unexpectedly at Emerson Hospital Sunday afternoon after a brief illness. Born October 30 1888 in Charlottetown PEI he lived in West Concord 25 years. a former painting contractor later worked for a Boston firm. Survived by wife Gertrude A Edmonds two sons James Concord and William Providence RI a daughter Mrs Alexander S Kobus seven grandchildren two brothers Roland Everett and Henry Providence. Funeral from Dee Funeral Home with requiem high mass at St Bernard's Concord. Interment at St Bernard's Cemetery.
Local police urge residents to approve a two way radio control system linking patrol cars to headquarters the initiative would replace the current use of Lexington air waves used for several years and aims to improve communications.
Concord local society announces the engagement of Miss Amy Farwell Frye daughter of Mr and Mrs Whitney Morse Frye of Wilton New Hampshire to Philip Donald Seymour son of Mr and Mrs Cyril Victor Seymour of Lexington. Miss Frye a Concord Academy graduate and debutante.
Germany reports the highest count of youth hotels with Bavaria accounting for more than 700. The figure highlights Bavaria as a key hub in youth tourism and hospitality research.
Bedford residents Mrs. Humphrey and Captain Humphrey return from Bamberg Germany after years in Ge and join relatives in Fort. They bring children Mary, Kathy Ann, Janet Kaye, and Steadman Richard with them for a new postwar family restart.
The Bedford board discusses park department money issues and New Year plans. George Percy from the Greater group assists Evangelist Ham during the Christmas season visit. The Page Road School project continues under Philip Was as chairman as January 1 approaches.
The Hill family expresses gratitude to those who offered kindness and assistance during their bereavement following the death in the Hill family.
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