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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1944
Page
2
Report highlights a birthday celebration and furloughs among servicemen. Mentions include James Fava in the Army Air Force, Rogers, and local committees in Maynard area with attendees from Hillside and George Washington.
A birthday gathering took place Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr ing, hosted by the baby's mother. The event celebrated a family occasion with relatives and friends in attendance.
Frankoe W Street reports her Gulitend sergeant Falcucci in service over two years stationed at Fort Adams Rhode Island. He underwent a serious operation morning at Baker Memorial Hospital Boston and is resting as comfortably as could be expected. Rogtanatter Frank Sheridan last.
The notice reports J and Mrs Aniga Korpi of 144 Summer street with a son serving in the European theatre of war. Mrs Lempi Raikunen of 3 Bates is also mentioned in connection with war service. Leonard J Van Vorse of 39 Waltham street, a 1944 graduate, swore into the Navy December 2, now at Sampson New York for boat training.
Misa Jean M. Lynch of Maynard a senior at the Tufts College of Pharmacy Boston attained valedictorian honors on De Speen. A. Thompson of mn.
The Italian Social Club hosted its annual Christmas dinner in their rooms on Brown Street in Waltham Sunday afternoon. Corp. Donald Jones, stationed at Fort Lewis Washington, visited with his parents Mr and Mrs R G Jones of Brown Street.
Weston Dae leads Maynard High as they prep for a season opener against Weston High in the latter's gym on December 22. Dick Lawson heads a 30 candidate-strong squad with Rogers and Mickey Johnson as leading returnees. The team deals with an inadequate home surface and will play away games, affecting the schedule in the region.
The Lutheran church lists Sunday worship at 9 30 a m and 11 a m with a Sunday School Christmas program at 6 30 p m. A Boy Scout Troop 4 meeting is noted for Wednesday December 27. The piece closes with a moral quote about forgiveness and personal conduct.
Maynard High School moves into fall with a busy schedule. Mike Johnson, a versatile back and standout shortstop, is highlighted as a top athlete and class president. The basketball quintet includes Johnson Fritzuck Bob Jones and Pinkey Tomyl. Transportation challenges loom as team tries to travel to Weston for the opener. Holiday wishes from Maynard High tout War Bonds and Stamps as substitutes for gifts.
Local board issued gasoline permits amid a December quota. Names listed include Edward Saari Antonio Buscemi Alphonse and George Glad, with others such as Amos Kujala and Annie Robins among permit recipients. The notice outlines allocations and driving allowances for Maynard residents in the period.
Mr and Mrs Lyons announce the engagement of Corporal George J Creighton to a companion. Creighton is the son of Mr and Mrs G H Creighton with current base expected after a 30 day furlough.
Maynard M S G School honors Maynard men Ras and Private A Kaki with diplomas. No drill on Christmas night. next drill is Tuesday January 2 at 8:00 p m. Federal inspection looms with expected stricter standards and plans for more intensive range firing and a two week Camp in spring and summer.
The Maynard Elks Hall event last Friday evening announced the Yule Fund awards. Recipients include Mary A. Ward of 13 Great Road receiving 500 dollars and Olive Morgan of 31 Thompson Street with 100 dollars. Other prizes ranged from 25 to 50 dollars for local residents.
Sturgis, of his company, warns that total calls this year may match or exceed last year’s. They ask the public to scale down greeting calls and spread those made over the early days of the holiday week. Emphasis on avoiding non essential calls and coordinating with service men and civilians in training centers and hospitals.
Janet Mars den hosted six friends at her parents Roy and Demars Mars den home at 1 Demars Street. The afternoon featured Christmas decorations, Santa Claus prizes for games, and a birthday table. Jeanette Haydes Jan Spratt Brenda Judy Rutkowski attended. refreshments were served by Janet’s mother.
Two Maynard men faced a minor confrontation reportedly involving youths and local relatives. Sat events referenced a meeting between an individual named Frazer and a Sgt Louis Grageffa, with unclear context and details remaining.
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