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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1937
Page
4
Fragmentary notice lists advertising rates per inch for first and second insertions and mentions weekly publication days. Names appear garbled as Samuel G Kent and Jackson R Garrett. Rate column shows $1.50 for one year and 50c per inch for additional insertions.
A cautionary note urges parents and communities to prevent skating accidents as thin ice and careless behavior risk fatalities during the holiday season. Officials warn that outdoor skating brings healthful fun but requires restraint and safety awareness to avoid tragedy.
Vague OCR fragment indicates a problem of examination of persons in contact with the afflicted, investigation of environmental conditions, and information to detain or shelter patients as needed to ensure rest and medical care. Names and specifics are unreadable.
Auxiliary members visit Bedford on Friday night to aid a Christmas party for veterans. F Parsons as president and Mrs Flavin as secretary joined by Mrs F ley and Mrs Richard F Priday morning 1192 packed for patients. The group presented gifts including candy, a handkerchief, and a bag, while other volunteers assisted with decor and music.
The article recalls early car buyers around 1904 to 1908 including Harvey Wheeler Moses Bradford Rastus Smith Preston Keyes and Walter K Straw. It mentions Nicholas Macotie Benjamin W Brown and Russell Robb as pioneers and recounts a near fire incident when a Stanley Steamer was snuffed out by Judge Keyes with water.
Concord girls return to town for the holiday season including Joan and Barbara Miller Ruth Brooks Virginia Joslin Sally Millett Annie Emerton Eleanor Thurlow Alice Crosby Mary Chase Joanna Ballou Pauline Heyliger and other names not yet received at the enterprise office.
Evangelical Free Church Lang Street Concord Mass invites to Christmas observances with preaching at 11 a.m. on Christmas Day and services through the week including a 7:30 p.m. evening service on Sunday December 26 and a Christmas program by New England Saleen Radio Ensemble Thursday to Sunday. Child and youth programs with Sunday school and festival activities planned. refreshments offered after services.
Under direction of Charles S stock, Justamere project and company name appear in a disputed listing. The fragment suggests a corporate measure or filing related to a business entity and its leadership.
In Concord, an old house moved from the Square and linked to Martha Moulton’s stand against Regulars on April 19, 1775. Soldiers burned gun carriages near the house until Moulton urged water buckets to douse the flames saving the Court House Town House and nearby structures. The house shows older front rooms with a sixteen foot width and a pine paneling, while a later hallway contains two distinctive windows.
Miss Mary Lowell Coolidge announces resignation to devote time to her studies and travel. A Concord figure since childhood, she seeks a sabbatical year from Wellesley and Harvard connections, planning to spend time in Chicago for study and travel.
The obituary notes E. B. died after an operation at Hanover following a last illness. Survived by daughter Jean Guthrie Dickey and two sons Thomas Guthrie and Robert Dickey, plus brothers Thomas and Stuart Dickey of Nova Scotia. Funeral at Trinitarian Congregational Church followed by burial in Sleepy Hollow cemetery.
Mr and Mrs Charles Paine host the Christmas weekend gathering with Mrs Paine's mother as a guest. The article notes a festive family visit during the holiday period.
In a Layman's League talk Mr Howe advocates immediate joint intervention by England and the United States in the Far East. He says economic sanctions plus a naval presence could deter Italy and Russia, warning Japan may soon dominate China if the US fails to lead. He emphasizes China's vast potential market and missionary influence, and disputes isolationist views. The audience questioned him but were swayed by his clear reasoning.
The Legion Party chairman expresses sincere appreciation to Concord merchants and others for their efforts and wholehearted cooperation in making this year’s Christmas party for Concord children the finest ever.
A Sunday December 26 party in the basement of Our Lady Help of Christians church drew many children and parents. A Punch and Judy show and a sleight of hand act entertained guests before Santa Claus arrived from the north pole with candy for all the children.
Miss Shirley Foote hosted the presentation of the Golden Eaglets to three girls including Marian Harlow. The event noted a Long Pond Massachusetts camp with 26 foreign countries and two representatives from every state attended by Mrs. Storrow of Lincoln. Scott had prior encampment experience at Briarcliffe Manor Briarcliffe Manor and Long Pond. Moving pictures and Christmas carols finished the gathering with Scouts and mothers present.
Company H is named best unit in the 82nd Regiment Infantry Mass N. for the Sons of the American Revolution Trophy contest held Monday night December 20 at the State Armory in Concord. Judges noted a very impressive showing amid events including drill guard duty and machine gun drills. A Christmas party for Sunday school at Trinitarian Congregational Church follows with supper at six and a magician for the children.
A devotional reflection on peace as a natural result of righteousness and truth. Citing Isaiah and Luke, the piece speaks of Christ as the Prince of Peace, the healing ministry, and the belief that false material theories cannot restore true peace. It urges turning to God for enduring life and harmony.
The Sudbury Woman's Club held its Christmas meeting in the Town Hall decorated under Mrs Webster and Mrs Arthur W Howland. Members attended in force and enjoyed readings by Miss Beth Cary. The Gleem Club entertained with Christmas Carols. Tea was served by the committee led by Mrs John C Hull.
Memorial Church was adorned with Christmas greens and red berries last Sunday under Mrs Walter Piper. A large congregation attended a sermon delivered by the pastor, reflecting the season and community spirit.
A fine audience gathered at 4 o clock as the church school Junior choir sang, entertaining during the program with the children participating and a noted musical display.
Clyde T Brennan of Sudbury has been elected president of the newly organized nature club at the town.
Invitations go out for the Kettle Ski Club dance on New Year's Eve with patronesses including Mrs Charles McWay and Mrs Walter Piper. Mrs Mabel Moore visits her son George and a note on the School of Agriculture and Menta setts State College appears. Advertising pays dividends in season planning.
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