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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1946
Page
5
A garbled passage references the Treaty of Ghent, seismic events, U S railroad takeover, the year 1917, and Sun Yat sen’s election as China’s first president. It mentions city land, Philadelphia, and various erased dates, producing a disjointed timeline of historical milestones.
The article argues that prices for fruits vegetables and foods will drop by June after a wartime peak, benefiting households though federal payroll cuts and agency reorganizations complicate the relief. It notes bureaucratic downsizing and the impact on housewives amid price swings and shortages.
The piece extols a traditional Christmas greeting and narrow narratives of family roles. It honors children, father, mother, and neighbors, noting how gifts, hospitality, and shared meals embody the season and the effort put into preparing for Christmas.
Readers are urged to cherish Christ like qualities of unselfishness loyalty and devotion as Christmas brings renewal of faith hope and goodwill. The note celebrates self giving friendship and broad good wishes to friends and subscribers as the season's joy.
Christmas wassail, once a health wish at gatherings, derives from Waes Hael meaning be that well. Traditionally served in a wooden bowl by the hearth with roasted apples, this recipe uses cider cream milk and spice for a festive version.
A nostalgic seasonal note expresses hope and gratitude for the past year. It celebrates family gatherings by the hearth, nuts and popcorn, laughter, and gifts as the holiday season arrives with wishes of good cheer and happiness.
Editorial calls for Colonel John C Dolan as Superintendent of the Massachusetts Reformatory amid a sit down strike and questions who should lead. It cites Dolan’s long service in the Massachusetts National Guard and military record, and notes staff support for his appointment.
A Concord Enterprise letter supports women's jury service and poll tax payments. The writer argues married couples without children should pay higher taxes, reflecting on large families feeding the world and citing a traveling correspondent anecdote about a big family.
The Lions Club hosted a Yule party with presents for children followed by Tito the clown and a professional magician who entertained both kids and adults. Families from Littleton and nearby towns attended, including the Connant, Duggan, Kendall, Boynton, Montague, and Crosby households with multiple children present.
A list of attendees includes Mr and Mrs Charles W Weer Mr and Mrs John E Mon and son William Mr and Mrs Laurence F Petersen and Rothwell N MacRae and Laune Rothwell Jr plus Mr and Mrs Andersen Seren Janet Mr and Mrs Hedore Beharrell and daughters Shirley and Janice Also present were Mr and Mrs Walter B Stevens John Moody Dr and Mrs Arthur F March Jr and family Rev and Mrs Earle K Sweatland Frank Gill Mr and Mrs Lincoln T Ravenscroft and family Ann Mary Currier and daughter Ann Mary.
The All-Womans Post and its committee along with the Legion's McCarthy and local post leaders plan a cabaret event with food and liquor to welcome 1947. Details to be posted after Christmas. reservations via Chairman McCarthy or local post commanders Miss Mohsen Mrs Alexander and John A Hutchinson.
The Board of Selectmen reports the annual will be held January 29 with closing for warrant article insertions. Caucus at the Veterans' Building. Town Election on February 24, annual meeting the following Monday March 3. Internal text shows January 20 deadline and 4 o'clock Town House.
The Harvey Wheeler PTA in West Concord announces an upcoming meeting. Waldo MacWilliams of Hillside Avenue serves as the contact and the gathering is expected to be held at the Harvey Wheeler School Auditorium in January.
The Dupont Co. announces cowhands on western ranges are adopting nylon lariats as superior rope. A new synthetic rubber plastic is described for artificial hands and facial parts for disabled veterans.
Junior Red Cross groups in Acton and South Acton packed thirty three gift boxes for overseas children. Contents included crayons pads pencils soap toothbrush toothpaste and a comb along with small personal items. Enclosures carried letters from the senders. Teachers and sponsors organized the effort and 300 packages were prepared by Concord Chapter for Bedford veterans.
The Acton Grange held a social at the Brae Mig Bed home Spinney with new residents and neighbors in attendance. There was a street exchange, games, dancing, and refreshments were served.
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