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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1955
Page
5
A proposed constitutional amendment to grant four year terms to governor, lieutenant governor, auditor, treasurer, and attorney general cleared legislative steps and awaits public vote in 195? after passage by the Legislature. If approved, the change would affect elected constitutional officers statewide.
Russia hints at Formosa conference concessions amid Formosa talks. Moscow seeks a 10 power conference with Chinese participation. Britain demands inclusion of the heir government. A nervous chauffeur connected to the Rubinstein killing case is questioned. New Hampshire prosecutors push intoxication test laws for suspected drunk drivers. Connecticut debate on budget and a Korean bill continues as Governor Ribicoff reiterates budget priorities.
Reports from Imosa say Communist forces halted their opposite Formosa attacks at Quemoy and Matsu while massing near Tachen Island. The Tatao News Agency warns of a renewed push despite U.S. rhetoric as Generalissimo predicts possible Korea-like outcomes. A separate incident involves an anonymous call to the New Hampshire attorney general about an anniversary event. Capitol Police identify a male caller and note the investigation continues.
ENNETH REYNOLDS watches Nellie the bay mare rescued fodder from deep snow to feed the Brookfield Dairy cows. Kenneth trades Nellie’s ride for milk, Papa decides Nellie stays. Kelso’s offer is declined as Nellie proves indispensable. The tale closes with Nellie grinning and a warm finish.
Spring in France brings the Lyons International Fair a 37 year old event showcasing furs jewelry perfumes crystal porcelain pottery art electr ics toys and more. Travelers seek spring travel buys with lower plane and ship rates and plentiful accommodations as Lyons offers scenic parks museums and a gateway to the Alps and Mediterranean.
Scientists label isoniazid with Carbon 14 to track its effect on tuberculosis bacteria and distinguish susceptible from resistant strains. The method helps doctors optimize drug use and deepen understanding of TB, previewing broader gains from radioactive tracers in medical research. Sponsored by local health groups. The 1953 busiest US airports list includes Chicago Midway and LaGuardia among others.
Government scientists seek citizen help in tornado research as the season nears. Experts note 95 percent of twisters occur in the tornado belt from Appalachians to the Continental Divide, with thousands of lives and millions in damage at stake. Amateurs could supply crucial data, including pictures, to improve warnings and understanding of tornado mechanics.
The historic Wayside Inn hosted a Valentine Waltz Evening last Friday with cocktails and a buffet supper. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Caldwell, Mr. and Mrs. Adams, the Pyemonts of England, and numerous others listed as attendees from Sudbury.
Miss Marion Ogilvie a daughter of Mr and Mrs Donald W Ogilvie received a surprise shower at the home of her uncle and aunt Gordon H Ogilvie Concord in honor of her wedding to A Glenn Simm a Concord businessman and Rotary member Rev David C Pohl spoke on The Nature of Prejudice at First Parish Unitarian Church L R Y met at M Bernard Webber s Concord road Oliver Clark elected sentinel at Bedford Progressive Club meeting Attorney John Earl Dick to speak next at the school committee event Bedford Grange held its annual Competitive Night at Town Hall with visiting members from nearby towns Leo McGovern welcomed as sixth child and third son to Mr and Mrs Philip W McGovern Bedford notes and community events continue at local gatherings.
The Concord board schedules a public hearing for February 21 1955 at 8 00 P M in the Court Room to determine if parts of land bounded by Lexington Road Walden Street and Heywood Streets taken in 1947 as building sites for a police and fire station and town offices are still needed for those purposes The decision precedes action on an Article 29 vote at the Annual Town Meeting concerning a new electric lighting plant substation construction Franklin R Johnson Clerk
A vintage feature explains how hearing aids have shrunk and can be concealed in accessories. The article highlights a woman using a Hear Ring with a discreet receiver hidden in a ring or hair, showcasing new fashion-friendly options.
Mrs George G Tarbell Jr hosted a Tuesday afternoon tea for St Anne's parish women in South Lincoln Old Farm Road. Guests included Miss Charlotte Lamson and Ladies' Sodality members with rosary and benediction led by Rev Edmund J Ronan before the meeting.
An inmate at Lincoln’s men’s reformatory wrapped in a sheet to blend with snow escaped by climbing a fence and hitching a ride. The motorist who picked him up was a state safety patrolman.
Sudbury sponsors a house to house Heart Sunday collection on February 20 from 1 to 5 pm. Volunteers Richard Cutler William Grey Robert Wickson Charles Dill Alfred Blanchard George Dempster Frank Bautze John Sloat Will From Ferolito Robert Stevens Edward Kreitzek will canvass all town areas to benefit the local Massachusetts Heart Association and national heart programs.
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