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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1931
Page
5
Fragmentary notice from Marlboro Massachusetts appears to show an issue date 1908 and references names such as Popes and Acton with unclear content including section references and postage rates. The readable elements point to a community bulletin or advertisement page with postal and publishing details.
A midwest utilities firm warns that 1931 elections are being stirred by misleading talk of jobs from electric power projects. Oregon lawmakers consider a partial tax rebate plan to fund police and fire pensions, arguing it would tax insurance premiums. critics call it discriminatory and warn reforms should be funded locally.
The piece notes widespread business mood is bleak and recovery cannot be rushed. It argues leaders in industry and finance must rebuild public opinion and trust to restore activity and risk appetite.
The Shoe and Leather Reporter argues that reduced petty expenses and publicity cuts signal weak demand but can spark recovery if manufacturers lead with optimistic ads. Increased consumer confidence and a shift from pessimism are needed as businesses inject bold messaging to restore normal trade.
Authoritative estimates show 1930 railroad earnings about 970 million dollars lower than 1929 and 1.07 billion less than 1926. Operating expenses fell 525 million versus 1929, 690 million versus 1926, leaving an average return near 3.5 percent. Railroads warn that continued expense cuts won’t offset shrinking revenues and expect weak traffic in early 1931. They urge a fair deal as taxes rise and unregulated waterways draw business away.
The Maynard Union Congregational Church lists Lenten devotional services every Wednesday starting Feb 18 through February. A Christian living and church membership class will meet Sundays after the Young People service, open to adults. Dr DeBerry will speak next Sunday night at 7 30 on Colored race achievements, with the sermon in the morning titled The Church and You. Church school meets at 9 45 before the 11 o'clock service.
Preparations are underway for Master week services as Margaret Murray guides rehearsals. On Palm Sunday night the choir performs a dramatic cantata Olivet to Calvary, marking the start of Easter week ending with a Pageant on Easter Sunday night.
The Maynard Methodist notes report Mr Thomas Fry of Brisbane Australia addressing the congregation on a lawyer's religious experience. Ruth Ingall of Radcliffe spoke and the North League drew a large attendance discussing the world voice problem. Upcoming events include an Old Folks Costume Party and Epworth League activities.
The Lowell Chamber of Commerce Merchants Division announces Dollar Days this Friday and Saturday. The event invites shoppers to take advantage of low prices across downtown stores, aided by a new parking ordinance offering one hour on Central and Merrimack streets and two hours on side streets. Watch for Dollar Day store signs and enjoy the enhanced shopping opportunity.
Miss Olive Berlied and Miss Carolyn Kingman of the West Concord Girl Scouts attended a girls conference in Malden. They were the guests of Malden girls on Friday and Saturday evenings after representing their troop.
Rev Smith O Dexter rector announces Sunday February 15 8 45 a m Holy Communion 9 30 a m church school 11 a m morning prayer and sermon Wednesday February 18 Ash Wednesday 10 30 a m Holy Communion Litany 4 30 p m service for young people Junior choir Thursday February 19 7 30 p m choir rehearsal
The Trinitarian Congregational Church lists Sunday events led by Rev. George L. Thurlow including morning service at 10 45 with a children's sermon and adult classes directed by Mrs Leslie R. Moore, a 6 pm Young People club and a 7 pm Fireside service.
Federation of Ch speaker Rev Mrs Ives to address Mothers and Daughters classes at 6 p m on Friday February 20. Hostesses Mrs George L Thurlow and Mrs Leslie W Moore invite attendees for the event led by Mrs Ives.
Acton residents respond to a Salvation Army appeal for 250 dollars to support winter relief efforts. The Acton committee led by Town Clerk Horace F. Tuttle asks for funds, with Eugene L. Hall as treasurer, noting rising need from unemployment and cold. Uniformed collectors with letters will accept gifts.
A two act comedy Our Awful Aunt was staged Thursday night by Mizpah Rebekah lodge at Odd Fellows hall drawing a large crowd of Odd Fellows and Rebekahs. Cast included Mary Leithead Edith Laubenstein Reine Keto Archie MacPherson and several others. Miraph lodge meeting set for Feb 19 with a Bursery Members night and a program led by Maud Moore Clark and crew.
West Concord report says Burleigh L Pratt was called to Vermont last week by his father’s serious illness. He returned Gatardey to help, leaving his father in greatly improved condition.
The Tufts College alumnae and undergraduates hosted a bridge tea on January 31 at three o’clock at Filene’s in Boston. Organizer Muriel N. Trout led the event for Alumnae Hall fundraising with help from Margaret D. Angell Clara Foster and H Welth M Hayes and students Elizabeth W Foster Josephine Pender Beth M Ringer and Dorothea M Loughlin.
The Lad ie s Union of the West Concord Union church will serve a turkey supper in the banquet hall on Tuesday Feb 17 with Mrs Dawin L Bumford as committee chair. An entertainment featuring S Thompson Blood monologues and Rev Alfred W Stone will follow with songs and local talent from surrounding towns.
The Goncord Mens Club will meet on Tuesday February 17 at the Trinitarian Church with a supper at 6:30 directed by Frank Hood and committee. After dinner Geo Tellier from the Regional Division of Boy Scouts speaks and motion pictures of a rubber plantation in Liberia will be shown. Dr. O'Brien of Tufts is expected to be principal speaker.
F. L. Hannaford addressed poultrymen at a meeting held Monday at the Colonial Inn. The speaker, known for his work in ascent agriculture, outlined plans for improved poultry management and coop standards.
Marlboro manager Tom Nolan announces a one night showcase here featuring the New York Nationals in three Massachusetts stops Gloucester Plymouth and the host city. The visitors travel fresh from Gloucester after last season’s fatigue bite and include former NYU stars Adamo Dorman Ryan McDonald Christiansen and others. The double bill matches the Marlboro Collegians against the Northboro Independents and ends with a dance by Harry Armour’s orchestra.
In Concord Mrs Dorothy Santora won first prize a table lamp donated by Robert W Carter. Second prize a cake plate went to Mrs Herbert E Barker and third prize a tea pot given by John Adams. Other prize winners included Miss Marian Adams and many local residents. dancing followed with Miss Dorothy Miner on piano and George Hadley on drums. The Grange plans another whist at 45 Laws Brook Road next Sunday afternoon February 17 at 2 o clock.
Maynard's Maynard A V W Auxiliary post of forty women was instituted last night at Moose Hall. Irene Hurley state VFW Auxiliary president installed the new post. Officers include Margaret Hird president Mary Luker vice president Alice Tuker junior vice president Anna Grant chaplain Katherine . treasurer Catherine . secretary Tessie Bogske guard Mary Cheney conductress Mery Towler historian. Installation set for March 1 at the next meeting.
Police arrested 12 people on Boston Common during an unemployment demonstration. Among the detained were two ministers and two women, including Concord pastor Rev Smith Owen Dexter and former Concord Mayor Robert A Blakeman. All were released on bail. organizers disputed police actions and defended free speech rights.
Sudbury police chief and Mrs Senegal Hall celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary with neighbors gathering at the Hall home. Guests presented a purse of gold and gifts while Mrs Hall and her daughter hosted. refreshments followed in a cordial, pleasant event. The chief is widely known for his long tenure and duties.
Sunday services at W Concord Union Church mark a morning sermon by Rev Alfred W Stone on Our Greatest Battle with a children's sermon on Moral Color Blindness and church school at noon followed by a 6 pm Senior Society meeting of Christian group.
A list of church events for February includes a pm service titled Two Leaders on Monday the 16th at 7 pm, Boy Scouts on Tuesday the 17th at 6 15 pm, a turkey supper by the Ladies Union with chairman Ervin L Bumford, followed by entertainment and local talent. Ash Wednesday service on Wednesday the 18th at 7 30 pm, Helping Hand Society at 2 30 pm, and religious meetings through Friday the 20th including Junior and Intermediate Societies of Christian Endeavor and a choir rehearsal.
Metropolitan Water Works employees and families were eating deer for dinner when dogs chased a deer into the Pine Hill area. The deer suffered a broken leg and State Warden Bemis of Framingham was summoned to shoot the animal.
A spring musicale is organized under Kenneth C. Howe director of music at the Hudson Methodist Church. The combined Hudson and Marlboro Methodist choirs will present an Easter Cantata similar to last year's vesper performance.
Maynard Town defeated Yewn in a Midland fig contest highlighted by Maynard’s Maynard Peterson and Hudson alliance. High roller Alleys last pin closed by brother led the way as Peterson and Vissochi anchored scoring for Maynard with 114 and 105 respectively. Lynch and Hansie paced Yewn with solid scores. Postoffice Bowling rolled at Lynch alle night sealing Maynard’s two-point win.
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