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Newspaper

Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1957

Page

6

Prayerful Lincoln Remains A Model For Nation

In a reflective piece from The Christian Science Monitor, Lincoln is exalted as a prayerful president whose midnight plea for wisdom guided the nation. The author cites biblical and Eddy texts to argue that divine guidance yields justice and wise policy, emphasizing prayer as essential to leadership and national salvation.

Braham Lincoln White House Lincoln God Solomon Mary Baker Eddy Atlons The Christian Science Monitor

Active Week at First Parish Youth and Women Events

Two young people's societies in First Parish will entertain youth with a sundown film at Sun Valley. Reverend Richardson hosts an 8 p.m. Bible study in the Ladies Parlor on the Book of Hue. Women of the church meet Monday at 1 p.m. in the vestry for vital discussions. Tuesday groups sew in the parish parlor with co-hostesses Mrs. Robert Honebon and Miss Sarah Bartlett.

R. Richardsoniash Fox Sun Valley Philin Davis, Jr Rey. Richardson Robert Honebon Sarah Bartlett

Trinity Church Concord Junior High Meets for Evening Activities

The Trinity Episcopal Church schedule lists a 5 30 p m junior high gathering, 6 p m worship and recreation committees, 7 p m evensong Y P F, 7 45 p m war commission, 8 p m social responsibility, 9 30 a m Holy Communion and Bible class with women’s workday and box lunch from 10 a m to 2 p m on Thursday.

Trinity Church Trinity Episcopal Church War Commission Social Responsibility Commission

Union Evangelical Church Business Meeting Notice

Church business meeting will be held on Thursday February 28. All committees and officers will report and an election of officers will be conducted.

Union Evangelical Church News Churc

Acton Baptist Church Announces Worship and Programs

The Acton Baptist church offers classes from nursery through high school. Sunday service at 10 45 a.m. features morning worship with a chosen hymn and a sermon on Heralds of Tomorrow. Free care with bright vision provided.

Wes Acton Baptist

Maynard Russian Orthodox Church Notices

Rev. John Lewart Lewinsky announces weekly services with Sunday sex classes at 9 a.m. and Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. A church meeting is set for 2 p.m. in the Parish Hall. all parish members are urged to attend.

John Lewart Lewinsky Sunda

Holy Communion and Sunday Services Notice

Church schedule listing services at Holy Coly, 10 45 a m Morning Prayer and sermon. February 16 at 10 am Confirmation Sultan's Auxiliaries with 10 am start. Junior Chair at 6 30 pm Senior Chair at 7 30 pm Men s group noted.

Ats A Sultan’s Aux Aes

Canadian citizen pays fine after border card mix up

Lambert amainga, Windsor, Ontario, received his citizenship certificate and, after walking out of the Generality Found Park ticket booth, paid a $2 fine with the comment it’s a pleasure.

Windsor Ont Persia Lambert Amminga Pri

Areas to share in state tax distribution this year

Towns in the area will share in an estimated 76 million dollars from state taxes this year announced by State Tax Commissioner John Dane Jr. A total of 351 cities and towns will receive amounts for real estate tax relief. The estimate is nearly 8.5 million higher than last year but still 5 million short of the year before.

John Dane, Jr Commonwealth Acton Bedford Concord

Lions Welcome District Governor at Concord Club Supper

Concord Lions Club members greeted District Governor Aariel and staff at the regular supper meeting. President J Edward Holt presided with Deputy District Governor Nelsa Pu Jr and Cabinet Secretary-Treasurer Charles Svenson among attendees. Prize winners in the drawing were G Donald Wade and Warren F Davis.

Concord — Lions Club Na Aariel S Y Newt von J. Edward Holt Nelsa Pu Jr Charles Svenson Deecan James Rand Zone Rudolph W.W. Currier Ees Robert B. Sheehan Lawrence S. Kendall Robert Harding G. Donald Wade Warren F. Davis

Training a Collie Leaps Railings and Falls into River

In Waterbury Connecticut Thomas Murray aged 16 trained his pet collie to jump low obstructions. On the dog’s first city visit it encountered three railings on West Main Street Bridge and leaped over fell into the river. Rescued from debris, the dog survived.

Waterbury, Conn Thomas Murray West Main Street

Congregational Church Calendar and Events

The Congregational Church notes Rev Robert E Bur pastor Edith organist and Sunday School schedule with classes for preschool through high school 11 a.m. Fourth grade through high school. Pilgrim Fellowship at 6 90 p m. Music planned for February 17 includes Fantasia Sonata Lead On I King Eternal Praise to the Lord and Toccatta. Junior Choir to sing The Prayer Response. Junior Guild met Monday with plans for a Friday February 15 Food Sale and a May Spring Bazaar. Birthday cake centerpiece and refreshments marked the guild birthday. A note invites parents with small children to morning worship and mentions a baked bean supper to be sponsored by Couples Club around March 2.

Congregational Church Robert E. Bur Edith Mens Richard Firth Pilgrim Fellowship Rheinberger Prieré Boellmann Charles Davis O’hara Shaw Purvis Ruth Cree Libby” Fairbanks Barbara Hayward Marion Sweetser Sara Aloe

Scouts Hold Meeting and Plan National Jamboree Selection

The meeting at the Congregational Church led by Senior Patrol Le a Mahoney announced Boy Scout Week activities and upcoming Boy Scout Sunday observances. Eligible boys age 12 by January 1 1957 may submit letters by February end to seek two National Jamboree spots at Valley Forge July 1957 and must show what they have done to earn the right and what they can bring back to the troop.

Sudbury Congregational Church Scoutm Davison C .Cousins Lea Paul Mahoney Valley Forge Algonquin Council Chester Garland Watick Pioneer Patrol Wilm O’connell Waylon Akron Ohio O'Connell David Davi Walter Kilton Ese Bougton Oree Kendall Hotel Framing All Council Este Embert W. Peterson Eagle Scouts Arthur E Enner Council

Taxpayers urged to keep complete copies of tax returns

Inter Actions Service official Frank J. Cavanagh warns taxpayers to retain copies of 1040 and 1040A forms with financial records. He says such copies aid in tracking income and expenses, assist future year returns, and help address recurring tax problems, especially during subsequent filing periods.

Inter Acinesig Frank J. Cavaumere Cavanagh

Fire call at Mieli residence reports space heater

Five people were on site after a Tuesday evening incident at the Mieli home involving a space heater. Damage was minimal and no injuries were reported.

Ee Bivemen Mieli

William J Bulger Sr Retires From Public Service

Fragmentary text notes William J Bulger Sr associated with Haven Road and Concord, suggesting a retirement or step back from a public role. Further details are unreadable.

William J. Bulger, Sr F Haven Road Concord namMal Se

Concord Selectman Helps With Boston Red Grocery Fund Drive

Franklin R. Johnson of Concord serves as assistant for the Boston Red Grofer fund raising campaign opening in March.

Franklin R. Johnson Concord Boston Red

Rainbow Assembly Opens With Public Events Saturday

Disjoint fragments describe a public assembly titled Rainbow Assembly to be held on Saturday in Concord. Partial lines hint at participants, possibly girls or groups, with sparse references to awards or recognition and a ceremonial tone.

Catholic Scouts Receive Ad Altare Dei Medals in Boston

Four hundred ninety four Archdiocese of Boston youths were awarded Ad Altare Dei medals by Archbishop Cushing at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. Mohawk District Roundtable met Monday March 11 at the Happyee School with attendees Davison Boughton Curt Garfield Garland Larsen, presenting the highest district honor to the Mohawk group.

Archdiocese of Boston Cushing Cathedral of the Holy Drags Happyee Udiaary Cocduainne Wees Davison G. Boughton Curt Art Garfield R. Garland Larsen

The Teeth of the Gift Horse one act play delights Sudbury audience

Mire Blynn Williams directed a one act play The Teeth of the Gift Horse at Sudbury Town Hall on Wednesday. The setting moved from New York high society to a living room as Aunt Marietta arrives. the farce centers on a rummage sale, a set of vases, and a clock that reveal amusing misunderstandings. Cast members Mrs Williams and Mrs Prowbridge, plus Katie played by Williams, drew laughs. Aunt Marietta’s arrival resolves the plot with lighthearted humor.

Sudbury Mire Blyyn Williams Ey Town Hall Reem New York Plo Richard Puter Flo S. Ffolmes Mariella Williams Apne O Mleeag Pe Sabra Blake Prowbridge Richard Katie Marieta Diane S Smi Ness Childs Jacene Anne Uigh School Ate Ee Scholwishin

Concord Tax Hearings Schedule For Valuations

Taxable valuations compiled by the New England Survey Service will be available to Concord taxpayers Friday or Saturday. Hearings are set at Alcott School Auditorium February 20 21, Harvey Wheeler School February 23 26, and Veterans Building February 28, with special appointments available for large landowners and industries.

Concord New England Survey Service, Inc Alcott School Web Harvey Wheeler School Veterans Building G.L Rae Farm Commonwealth Board‘ of Assessors Ee Margh Office of the Asswn House

Mayor Bergin Praises Patrolman Senich for Duty

Waterbury Connecticut mayor Edward D Bergin commended Patrolman Walter Senich for devotion to duty after Senich tagged the mayor s car when it was parked in a no parking zone. The incident highlights the officer s diligence and adherence to parking rules.

Waterbury, Conn Edward D. Bergin Walter Senich Senich Bergin

Club slate set for May annual meeting vote

Mrs. Walter R. Hickler was appointed chairman at the annual meeting. Mrs. Hickler was elected last May. Executive Board members are Mrs. Wilfred Allen and Mrs. George Silva. From the Club are Mrs. Webster Cutting and Mrs. Felice Genna. They will present the slate at the April Meeting for the May 1 annual vote.

Walter R. Hickler Hickler Wilfred Allen George Silva Webster Cutting Felice Genna

Ogilvie Declares Candidacy for Selectman

A political advertisement endorses Gordon H. Ogilvie for Selectman. The text cites years of contact with Ogilvie on business matters and praises his willingness to take on extra work and his knowledge of Concord and local affairs.

Ogilvie Ieee Titeacs

Concord students enjoy Concord High trip with visits and activities

A Concord program reports a weeklong stay in the city for students from Concord High including swimming visits and museum trips. Connie Huntley Susan Friedman and John Norton are named among participants.

Retu Concord Thei Ion Cone Amle Ie Rus ‘Groves Concord High Connie Huntley Susan Friedman John Norton

Natick Plant and U S Naval Base Involved in Car Pact

Fragmentary OCR notes hint at a collaboration between a Natick plant and the U S Navy. Details are unclear but imply an agreement or joint effort affecting transportation or wartime logistics.

Bids Opened for Concord Project Supplies

Bids were opened for a Concord project with deposits and payments specified. The notice lists deadlines, totals in dollars, and requirements for bidders including cashier’s or certified funds and payable to Concord.

Concord

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