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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1926
Page
5
Axel vows to give every youngster a "wiente" at Blackstone and Hanover, despite a pickpocket stealing $50 from Bjorklund the night before. The New Year feast aims to provide 2600 "dogs" for the children, with potential charitable aid to cover losses and ensure the celebration proceeds as tradition.
International News Service reports Professor Roderick Peattie of Ohio University men’s graphical department estimates that at least 90 percent of college students are dumbbells. He cites the university’s 9,400 students and notes some with high grades do not prove intelligence. He avoids gender claims and calls it difficult to judge overall intellect.
Chicago scoop reports Santa Claus struggles with bobbed hair dolls delaying toy production. He paused the workshop to hire a barber and adapt dolls to satisfy girls. New arrivals include expressive dolls and a flapper costume line aimed at modern Christmas stockings.
The text notes preparations to be completed by March with the principal figure arriving about two weeks later to ready for the 0. The person will precede the 8 south and start work immediately to ensure everything is in place.
The Hudon lodge of Elks plans its annual concert and ball for late January in Marlboro. The event expects wide attendance and features a committee including Dr Q J Perault PER Robert Osterault William McNally treasurer Peter M Courtemarche secretary William Walsh PER G R Higgins Edward Carney Lo Sheltry Dr T P Tierney PDD and PER.
International News Service reports Detroit Tigers appoint George Moriarty as new manager. He pledges careful work to strengthen pitching and infield, intends limited southward touring, and plans Texas training in February with a two squad Mobile trip for spring prep.
In New York the electrical industry looks forward to 1927 with confidence that the strong business this year will continue. New uses and appliances for electricity are continually developed for homes and workshops, improving productivity and convenience.
Col A N Payne former captain of Company F 6th Massachusetts Regiment led troops in World War I was selected president of the Sojourners' Day during the Boston annual meeting. The day includes officers from the army navy and U S Marine Corps. Payne previously served as station agent for the New York Susquehanna and Hudson railroad in the city.
Winchendon Massachusetts reports Santa Claus workshop as the main plant of Santa Claus toyery in the Bay State. The facility produces about six million dollars worth of goods annually, supplying dolls and toys to a growing market with a busy year ahead. Jewelry and jewelry trade interest also noted as a staple, with changing styles and new novelties.
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