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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1938
Page
4
A fragment describes an early concept of farewell notes and a device for installing red lights on automobiles. It mentions unseen hands and a first car promotion, with reference to Ohio. The text is garbled and lacks clear facts.
The state unemployment commission reports 1400 applicants in nine percent employed with most in skilled or unskilled work. A second aid program aims to issue checks from five to nineteen dollars to about 130000 jobless statewide as delays mount in Congress. An eastern university petitions to eliminate fair exams, pledging five years of service by signers.
In a tense exchange Senator Austin questions if Mr Jackson spoke for the department. Attorney General Cummings says Jackson’s spokesman represented the views of an important department member but not official policy. The senator presses for a binding answer.
Commentary on forcing youths to bear heavy work loads. It suggests lightening the burden to allow adaptation and eventual pride in increased effort compared with rivals. The piece uses animal metaphors to discuss human labor expectations and endurance.
The piece notes President Roosevelt’s call for national Red Cross aid to China amid civilian hardship from war. It explains American neutrality is not violated by humanitarian relief and outlines a plan to raise a million dollars for food, medical supplies, clothing, and non combatant needs via Red Cross branches nationwide.
The United States will bill Japan for damages from the Panay sinking. Proposals include $1,000,000 and $1,500,000 for actual damages, wounded, and civilian families, plus indemnities for killed or wounded naval personnel. The state department and navy propose no general print indemnity.
The St Michael's Parish members plan their annual reunion on February 18 in the school auditorium. Joe O'Leary and his Irish troupe will provide the music for dancing with whist and refreshments in the school rooms. Strong interest and many old friends are expected to attend.
Henry Lippo Maynard recently returned home from Massachusetts General Hospital after an operation. Family and friends held a surprise birthday party Monday evening with a decorated table, birthday cake, and flowers. Guests included Rev and Mrs George Koponen, Miss Hith lens Koponen, Mr and Mrs Ericks on, Mr and Mrs Benjamin Tulkka, and Rev and Mrs George Koponen. The Koponen delegates were named to represent local Finnish people in forming a state Finnish committee. The committee met in Quincy last Sunday to discuss Unite Finnish Massachusetts events and a joint celebration for the first Finns arriving in the United States 300 years ago and a Massachusetts state representation for the national Philadelphia celebration on June 29.
Thirty five members of the choir of the Finnish Lutheran Church and their friends presented a concert in the Finnish church in Peabody Sunday evening. The program featured vocal and instrumental solos short recitations and a talk by Rev Kasisto of Peabody.
A reflective line contrasts spiritual strength with material power. It asserts that the truly great men recognize the supremacy of spirit over matter as a guiding force.
Bedford town notices announce a Citizens' Caucus on February 14 at eight in the Town Hall. Filing deadlines: regis trars February 17, town clerk February 12 at five. Voter registration closes February 23. Town election on March 7 from noon to 8 PM in the Town Hall. Annual Town Meeting on March 14 at 8 PM in the school auditorium.
Mrs Joseph Asbey of South Street fell on ice and broke her ankle, receiving care from Dr Lord. Jack Spell of the Great Road returned from Arlington Symmes Hospital after a broken leg and injuries from a car accident. he still feels pain but friends visit. The town extends sympathy to Mr and Mrs Genetti on the loss of their infant at Arlington Symmes Hospital. Founders Day at the Parent-Teacher Association is planned for Thursday with a pageant and social. Paul Etats Comair, OB S&S, met at the Grange Hall with a penny sale yielding a good sum and refreshments enjoyed.
A mass meeting in Bedford discussed buying the Grange Hall and remodeling it into a library. A town warrant article may be proposed for a town meeting, with final decisions to be debated at the next regular session.
Sudbury officials announce Board of Registrars meetings at Godnow Public Library on Wednesday February 9 and at Town Hall on Wednesday February 23 from 12 noon to 10 pm to place voters on the list. Harvey N Fairbank seeks reelection to the water commission with no opposition.
The American Legion Post No. 221 met in Legion quarters last Tuesday evening and served a fine supper to the fire department. A plan rewarded ticket sellers for a past card party by treating the losers to a supper, with the Legion jokingly serving the firemen. The report notes the regular monthly card party by the Parent-Teacher Association.
Instructions and charts for making crochet squares and scarves with joiners. Includes material list and illustrations of squares and stitches. To obtain pattern send 15 cents in stamps or coins to The Sewing Circle Household Arts Dept. New York.
The Ushers dominated Maynard High 66 to 34 in the school gym last night. Joe Ibo and Tony Liben led the Ushers with high scoring while Tobin starred for the Independents as the leaders built a never-closer lead.
The DeMolay chapter held its twelfth anniversary dinner at the Masonic hall with 160 guests. The program featured a Majority Degree exemplification and four former members received the degree. Awards for attendance were presented by the Advisory Council to several members and other honors were announced. Guests included local Masonic representatives and officials.
James Moynihan of Sudbury died Thursday. Survived by three sisters Mrs Frank of Maynard Mrs Nora and Mrs Margaret Hearn of Dedord and brother Naty Moyihan of Acton. Funeral Saturday at Mrs Brackett’s home Tremont Maynard. Requiem mass at St Bridget's church. Burial in parish cemetery.
Opening of Tom's Service Station last month drew praise from Frank J. Hubin of Shell Union Corporation. Thomas Chidley received compliments on station appeal while Shell executives in New York sent congratulations.
A lively winter outing in the White Mountain area brings Bedford and Lasell students together. Miss Batzabeth Pfeiffer of Great readiness joins a large party of students in February. The event, labeled Yanni by organizers, showcases enthusiastic participation and communal cheer.
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