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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1926
Page
9
The report notes Cobb and Wood confess involvement in gambling on league games. Commissioner Landis faces calls to act as the sport’s integrity is questioned. The piece captures Cobb’s pledge to exit the game clean and his anger at the state of baseball.
A brief entry records an automobile sale with a price of 150 dollars. Richard A. Byrne is cited in connection with the transaction as the involved party.
A brief classified ad notes chocolates of nce offered in small boxes at 80 cents each. The ad emphasizes affordable confectionery items likely targeted to shoppers seeking inexpensive treats.
The Acton probate court calls all interested in William S Kelley late of Acton to show cause why real estate held by L Haskell White as executor should not be settled despite a mortgage issue. Hearing set for January 10 1927 in Cambridge Middlesex with citation by fourteenth day prior and Acton Enterprise publication.
In New York City and Newark district, United Shoe Machinery Co. employees plan Christmas visits. George Forrest, employed in New York City, will spend the holiday with his parents Mr and Mrs D Forrest of McKnelly Street.
Westboro shops shut for two hours during Mrs Welch funeral. In Midland league action Westboro Alleys trailed Clintar 3 0 with Andrews top scorer. A rat infestation at Henry block on West Main caused near riot with residents fleeing. Cornelius P Riley died at East Street home and will be buried from James S McFarlane parlors tomorrow at Mt Pleasant cemetery Arlington.
Jury heard evidence in a civil case arising from a June 16, 1924 accident involving a Boston & Worcester trolley. Plaintiffs E Hayes and Ethel Hayes of Westboro claim liability against defendant Mary Collahy of Westboro, seeking 20000 and 5000 respectively plus damages for Charles Hayes 5000 and Robert Sibley 590. Attorneys Albert B. Lewis for plaintiffs and Daniel F. Gay for defendant.
James Edward Crowell and Miss Annie Knowles were married at the Evangelical church parsonage by Rev L 8 rardslee. Best man Herman Crowell and Ada Parks served as bridesmaid. Bride wore golden satin gown with velvet satin hat, bridesmaid in blue satin. A wedding supper followed at Chauncy Inn. The couple plans a honeymoon in New York before settling in Westboro.
Marlboro December 22 James Haley of Rice Street turned 85 and received widespread congratulations. Born in New York City he moved to Shirley as a child and served four years in the Civil War with the 34th Infantry. Haley recounts seeing Sheridan at Cedar Creek and recalls being among 28 from Shirley who went to the front.
The memoir recalls Mr Haley a 52 year Boston and Maine railroad veteran who lived in the city 26 years. He retired in 1921 and now receives a pension. He shares views on past and present manners and his late wife.
Highland City lodge of the I C of A held its regular quarterly meeting in a hall with Emma Peltier presiding Preparations were made for forming a Glee Club with Alice Moynihan as chairman The following members joined Mary Castello Annie O Halloran Anna Delaney Anna White Geraldine Dupree Nellie ODonnell and others provided entertainment with Helen Flynn at the piano Helen Donnellen led the entertainment committee
Refreshments were served under the direction of Mrs Nina Bissonette and Miss Kate Ellsworth of Northsboro. Deputy of Highland Cuy Lodge attended and was presented with a gold piece by Mrs Emma Peltier delivering the presentation speech.
Miss Irene Lajoie hosted a shower at her Greenwood Street home in Marlboro for her sister Ming Lena Lajoie who will wed on Christmas Day. Guests traveled from Worcester and Hudson plus close friends attended. Ming Lena received gifts of silver linen and household articles. A mock wedding was staged during the event. Camilla Cappo.
The bride La was joined by Helen Kane as bridesmaid and Jeanette Harpin as bridesmaid with G McGee as best man. Mrs. Arthur Muir officiated while Arline Lanois played piano selections and a mix of songs. Miss Lejoie plans Christmas greetings to Joseph Bernard of Hudson ahead of a wedding at St Marys Church.
The children of Grange members will attend a Christmas party tonight at the I.O.O.F. hall. A large tree will hold gifts for both members and guests, making the event a festive community gathering.
A youth led entertainment is set to feature Frenance and Kiddies with Claus present. Mr. Carl Walker oversees the event while the Social Department handles overall planning. Helpers include Miss Mildred Frances Towne Miss Florence Cahill Fred Gibson and Gordon Hamilton.
Troop 3T0 will hold a Christmas party in the junior high gym at 7 tomorrow night. The event includes scout games and carol singing with troop committee members attending. Postholiday plans include a basketball game against Holliston and upcoming troop contests.
The Christ mas rush adds extra salesmen at J. M. Carpenter Clothing. Morton Stevens Joseph Burke Councilor Leonidas E. K. Martel Harold Brigham Vernon Lip pard are listed among the additional staff.
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