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Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1955

Page

18

Concord residents urge school site change and zoning vote

Concord citizens argue against using 75 acres of town forest for a high school citing deed restrictions and urging a no vote on Article 26 while supporting Article 48 for rezoning to boost tax revenue and lower residential taxes. They compare eminent domain options and urge preserving land for a future stadium and fields.

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School Committee Candidate Disagrees With Nominating Method

Joseph S. Antognoni contends a caucus ruling on school committee nominations was mishandled and calls for all four names to appear on ballots. He questions the town clerk’s reliance on mutual consent and cites statute while criticizing delayed corrections and fairness concerns.

Newbury Mr. Newbury Joseph S. Antognoni

Reflections on aging and daily routines from two editors

A Chickasha Star writer laments sedentary life and vows to start daily calisthenics while drawing inspiration from a 67 year old weightlifter. A Fort Mill Times reader rants about French bread slicing, recounting chaotic attempts to pull apart a loaf.

Fort Mill Times Fort Mill South Carolina

Public Works Expends Over One Million in Waterways Projects

Massachusetts Department of Public Works has spent more than a million dollars in waterways projects over the past six months. Dredging, shore protection, pier and dock construction, seawall repairs, and erosion control are among the efforts with several basins and channels scheduled for completion by spring and early summer 1955.

Massachusetts Department of Public Works State Department of Public Works Commonwealth Seituate Harbor West Falmouth Channelentrance Hospital Cove Cataumet Ryder’s Cove Aunt Lydia’s Cove Chatham North River Bridge Bass River Beverly Maraspin Creek Barnstable Cuttyhunk Gosnold Oak Bluffs Harbor Carol Edna Scituate Harbor Highlands Oak Bluffs Warren’s Cove Plymouth Washington and Ocean Streets Deerfield Shelburne Falls Silvershell Beach Marion Herring River Harwich Bourne Yarmouth Popenesset Beach Mashpee Earl Road Deep Hole Road Williamstown Becket Assabet Northboro Westboro Elm Brook Hartwell Road Bedford Horne Brook Winchester Mareh Peabody Doctor Brook Shaker Mill Yokum Pond Norwood Neponset River State Pier Road Weir

Holy Name Society Meeting At Our Lady Help Church

West Concord large Holy Name Society gathering at Our Lady Help Church with over 100 receiving Holy Communion and about 50 at a post meeting in the downstairs hall. Rev. Lewis F. Kearn celebrated mass, Alexander F. MacEachern led the business, and plans were made to host a March district meeting and to sponsor two all star bowling teams for the May 8 diocesan rounds. Prof John J. of Waltham spoke on Catholic leadership. Rev Morgan announced the curate and guest speaker details.

West Concord Holy Name Society Our Lady Help of Christians Church Lewis F. Kearn Alexander F. MacEachern Boston Thomas J. Morgan Morgan John J Waltham Walter R. Carey Fr. Kearn

Concord De Molay Initiates Seven New Members

Concord De Molay Chapter initiated seven new members Friday night at the Masonic Temple during the regular meeting. Senior Councillor Paul Josephson presided with David LeBallister and Past Master Councillor George Hodgman leading the ceremony. A collation followed and the next meeting was announced for Friday night February 25.

Concord Masonic Temple Paul Josephson Bedford David LeBallister George Hodgman

Ladies Altar Society Food Sale Set After Ash Wednesday Service

Concord Our Lady Help of Christians Church hosts a food sale after the Ash Wednesday service at 8 pm on February 23. Public welcome. John H. Lambert Sr. of Old Bedford Road noted for Lowell Tech band. Ensign William Fitzpatrick to reenlist in Navy next week. Judge Maurice McWalter elected to Middlesex Bar Association council for a three year term.

Ladies Altar Society of Our Lady Help of Christians Church West Concord John H. Lambert Old Bedford Road Lowell Technological Institute Lowell William Fitzpatrick Shirley Street Merchant Marine U.S. Navy John D. Fitzpatrick Maurice McWalter Main Street The Middlesex Bar Association

Framingham College Offers Course in Tests and Measurements

West Concord The State Teachers College at Framingham announces a course in tests and measurements by Dr. Francis X. Guindon registrar. Classes meet Tuesdays from 4 p m to 6 30 p m and carry graduate or undergraduate credit. Registrations accepted through February 18. Prof. Guindon resides at 9 Hayward Mill road this town.

West Concord State Teachers College Framingham Francis X. Guindon Guindon Hayward Mill Road

River Project Completion Aims By May First Fifteen Fifty Five

River work at Hingham between East and Leavitt streets will be completed before May 1, 1955. The project involves local improvement and scheduling anticipates finishing within the stated deadline.

Heart Fund Volunteer Drive To Aid Massachusetts Programs

A community Heart Fund drive begins February 20 with volunteers collecting contributions. The appeal supports advance heart research and community programs, with most funds allocated to national education and community welfare initiatives as volunteers seal envelopes and issue receipts.

I Day Army Bers Caerpus Gi Heart

Mrs Brooks Heads Lincoln Cancer Crusade Drive

Mrs Brooks, local Red Cross and Girl Scout Council member, heads the Lincoln Cancer Crusade of the Cancer Society Division. The campaign will run during April with Dr John W. 5S serving as chairman.

Lincoln Silver Hill Road Linco Cancer Crusade of Cancer Society John W. 5S Dent Brooks Red Cross Girl Scout Council

Baby Born to West Concord couple at Lady of Camden

West Concord Wells Jersey announces the birth of a child to Mr and Mrs Marti nessy Jr The baby was carried at Lady of Camden Hospital The grandparents are Callahan of 211 Elm Concord and OShaughnessy of the area.

West Concord Ha Jersey Martinessy, Jr Fr Han Warry Lady of al, Camden Callahan Elm Concord O’shaughnessy

Unclear Entries From West Acton Street Notices

Damaged OCR fragment mentions John B. Stewart street West Acton and Great Road East A with names including Mrs Donald TM Mr and Mrs Arnold at 9 Martin Street. Context and full details unavailable.

John B. Stewart West Acton Great Road East Mrs. Donald East A Mrs. Arnold Martin Street

Concord On ary Whist and Canal Club Moon Event

A local club hosts a whist game at the Elks hall at 8 o clock with prizes and refreshments provided. Courtly attendees invited for a cordial evening of card play and socializing.

Elks Club

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