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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1941
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes show a local item involving an event or notice tied to a person or group. Readable details are sparse but indicate a community update or notice with named individuals and possible venue reference.
A court ruling affirms a prior decision in a retar dispute involving advice given to parties, with the matter tied to a sequence of contractual steps and contested interpretations.
In NSTON Illinois eight Northwestern astronomers led by Dr Oliver J report discovery of 56 new red stars and probable 45 others from a spectrographic survey of the Milky Way region centered near 0 to plus 18 degrees longitude. The search examined over 100000 stars, with 100 or more identified as red class N and BR potential, awaiting confirmation with stronger instruments.
A veteran recounts that his father, a colonial infantryman, rescued a German ace named Hal Von Waldersen from a collapsing building in Peking during a rebellion. Authorities later confirmed the officer had been freed from a German prison camp and rejoined his family in the zone.
Readable fragments describe a Peak Spotting system on Kiteface Mountain. A chart lists principal peaks rivers and stations. Travelers view a panoramic overlook via adjustable telescopes and weather conditions guide the gaze.
Miss Katherine Mullen daughter of Mr and Mrs John Mullen of 8 Potter street will travel from Concord to Honolulu Hawaii for her marriage to Vandiver Moor formerly of Concord. She sails from Chicago to San Francisco then departs by liner to Hawaii arriving March 5. Kennedy, a Concord High School alumnus, works on a national defense project in Hawaii.
The Concord committee to defend America by aiding the Allies forms with Dr William M Shedden as chair and Stedman Buttrick as secretary. George E Bates leads correspondence and Russell Hunt heads publicity while Burleigh L Pratt chairs membership. Executive members include Bates Brooks Browne Buttrick Farnes BeMsilan Kennedy and augray Hy Sheden. Local membership grows from 200 to nearly 500 in two weeks.
The Catholic Daughters of America mark their 12th anniversary with a banquet at 7:30 and an entertainment program at Odd Fellows hall. Speakers include Rev. Fr. Shaughnessy and Rev. Fr. Ford of West Concord, Fr. Quinlan and Fr. Mulcahy of Concord, Charles Mara, Miss Jeanette Christian, Miss Gertrude Curry, Mrs. Lena Statuti, Patrick Moynihan, and Terry O Toole headlining the musical segment. The committee was led by Mrs. Michael Renn with members Hilda Morrioli Alice Haggerty Hilen Prendergast Ida O'Brien Alice Lee Kathleen Sheehan and Margaret Hearn.
Nearly 60 Concord Council Knights of Columbus members gathered at Monument hall Monday for supper and entertainment. A spaghetti ham dinner was provided by committee members Joseph McKenna Martin Diskin Bernard Mesenna William J Bulger Jr Edward Craig Jimmy Sheehan Charles Mara Tom Coyne and Ed Byron. Grand knight Charles B Mara led the event with Terry McHugh William Dee and Joseph Dee delivering entertainment and skits including scenes of Concord the Legion parade in Boston and Company H departure for Jaep. Rev ter A Quintar was guest speaker.
Concord area draft board No. 54 announces 17 youths, from Acton to Cochituate, will report February 26 at the Columbus Avenue state armory Boston for induction. Two replacements from Maynard join two February 11 rejects. volunteers include Theodore Frederick Heyliger of Concord and Richard Maynard Francis of Cochituate. The list of 15 others features Lapham, Manion, Wisufi, Andruskiewicz, Lickorai, Murray, Thatcher, Oberg, Desilets, Dunaway, Hayes, Charter, Nee, and Smethurst. Board prepares another anticipated list of 50–60 youths. total assigned to date is 61.
Miss Marion Laird of Concord surprised with a wedding shower at Mrs. Clark Doty home West Medford over 40 guests attended many gifts given in honor of her upcoming marriage to Austin D MacRae Jr of Concord. Concord police report city town officials distribute annual reports to households this week. Funeral services held for Rev Walter A Sweeney former Weston pastor who died in Cohasset. Henry W Dooley 22 Lexington resident employed by A and P enlisted in Royal Canadian Air Force to report March 15 in Toronto.
The Tea Bowling Club surprised Miss Mary B. Clyne at the Old Mill Tea room on Lexington road. Twenty two members attended from Bedford and Lincoln, with gifts presented as she prepares to wed James Connell of Arlington in June.
The Trinitarian Congregational Church at Walden Street with Rev. Wilfrid H. Bunker as pastor schedules a 9:30 AM Sunday school led by Eliot R. Howard, a 10:45 AM morning sermon, and a 7:39 PM union worship service. A midweek Lenten series begins Wednesday at 7:45 PM with Bunker as speaker.
A midnight fire at Harold Cabot’s Ripley Hill Road home drove six people to the street. Damage estimated at $1000, confined to the cellar. Occupants were Harold and Mrs Cabot, daughter Lucia 14, Harold 11, Daniel 9, and the maid. The maid alerted the Concord fire department which arrived quickly. Chief Harry Tuttle said the blaze likely started in a rubbish barrel.
Concord Grange hosted Middlesex Central Pomona with an elaborate program in Elks upper hall. A patriotic program featured readings and music by Waltham Grange and Russell Chase of Reading. Miss Josephine A. Boynton addressed current events and international affairs. A candy sale supported by Home and Community Service.
The St Bernard's midgets of Concord lost 15-8 to Framingham St Stephen's at Monument hall last Saturday. Alcide Beaudoin led with six points and teammates included Horde Stef Fanelli Dee Dee Hanley McKenna. A benefit whist party the prior Friday drew 70 tables with Mrs. Catton winning first prize.
The St Bernard Victor intermediate team defeated Blessed Sacrament from Houghs Neck 34 to 23 at Monument Hall last Sunday afternoon. Paul Moynihan led with 21 points. Juniors lost 27 to 17 with Wally Vents as Concord high scorer.
Concord notes the State Guard under Captain Raymond Emerson and Lt Burleigh L Pratt with 32 candidates passing initial physicals. Major John Dolan to command a 45 soldier heavy weapons company. drills start February 17 at 8 at the state armory.
A new Augo Crafter League named the Min ute Man Crafts Society is organized under the Middlesex County Extension Service at 19 Everett Street. Malcolm Bamker of Lexington is president and Ellen Wares of the Extension Service aids. A regular meeting to plan further steps is set for Thursday February 27 at the County Extension Service office. Members or applicants may attend or obtain blanks from executive committee members.
Concord Board of Trade announces the regular March 3 meeting is advanced to February 24 due to a town meeting. The event follows dinner at 6 15 in Wrights Tavern with Danforth W Comins as guest speaker on articles in the town warrant.
The public is invited to an illustrated talk by Miss Caroline Hood at the Harvey Wheeler school hall Friday evening. Miss Hood from Rockefeller Center will present an interesting talk. A small admission price will be charged. The West Concord Woman's club sponsors the lecture, which will interest all attendees.
The Maybees remain at the top of the Ladies Ten Pin Rowing League after a four-game win over Merrymakers and a pair of close matches with Tagalongs and Topsies. High scores include Margret Burke 102 Ginnie Dunn 96 Martha Dee 94 Pons Valente 92 and Nancy Burke 90. Standings show Maybees 16 Tagalongs 33 Merrymackers 39 Topsies 49. Four more matches set for Tuesday at McManus alleys.
The Trinity Church announces Sunday services on Elm Street led by Rev. Charles R. Peck with Holy Communion at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. on February 23 and Ash Wednesday February 26 at 10:15 a.m. Morning prayer, sermon and an 11 a.m. Holy Communion with speaker Miss Sarah S. Goodwin. junior church and lower school activities noted. evening prayer at 4:39 p.m.
Concord voters are reminded that polls open next Monday from 12 noon to 7 30 PM for the annual town election Precinct one votes at the Veterans building and precinct two at the Harvey Wheeler school hall
Concord teachers club invites townspeople to attend the portrait ceremony for the late Wells A. Hall, superintendent of the Concord school department. The event is next Tuesday evening February 26 at 8 in the high school auditorium, with the school committee to authorize naming the hall The Wells A Halt Auditorium.
The Mill Dam bowling league sees the Laseys! top the standings with a ten point edge over the Snows, who may drop star Hayes for Selective Service. Concord Oil and Andergons follow as teams jockey for position with remaining matches this Thursday and next Monday, as the race runs toward May end.
Concord high school basketball lost 44 to 11 at Needham last Friday, blanking the second team 50 to 13. Seabury Short led Concord with six points while Dave Carey and Dick Weatherbee added three and one. The seven straight losses leave only two wins this season, with two home games next week against Burlington and Lexington at Hunt Memorial gym.
The First Parish Church in Lexington announces a Sunday program led by Rev. Edward P. Daniels includes church school at 9 45 a m and a morning sermon titled Two Impuses with chorus choir. Emerson Society meets 5 30 p m and at 7 p m Boston writers Teen and Were speak on The World as seen in Your Morning Newspaper. Public is invited.
Otis M Whitney, long with Concord Company H, is elevated from first lieutenant to captain and takes command at Camp Edwards. Captain William Hagerty, relieved after his army doctor found him unfit, retires after nearly 20 years of service. the community extends congratulations to Whitney and best wishes to Hagerty.
Middlesex in First Win at Bateman pond as Concord Middlesex school hockey team defeats Cambridge New P sextet 4 to 0. Walter Trumbull opened scoring, with Al Hallowell and John Winsor adding two goals in the third period. Bud Gole posted shutout in goal. Next, the team hosts Thayer at Braintree.
A compact quotation note presents Pope’s line on science and genius, contrasting vast art with narrow human wit as a reflective musing.
Marlboro man Wilbert J. Chartier was found not guilty of drunken driving endingangerment after defense claimed partial use of footwear in the courtroom. Police testified he was intoxicated while operating near School and Arsenal streets on February 3.
The Marlborough Woman's Club invites members to Odd Fellows Hall Friday afternoon for a program by Ray Kierman news editor of the Boston Traveler and creator of the Roving Reporter. His talk titled Current Events as They Effect Us will be moderated by Frank W. Gurney with Mrs. Albert B. Sampson presiding and tea served afterward.
For February the Navy plans about 9 432 first enlistments nationwide with a Boston quota of 264 men. Applicants must be 17 to 31, physically sound and of good character. Details available at the Boston Navy Recruiting Station or the Framingham, Massachusetts office.
Marlboro Douglas Crossman of 64 Broad Street Hudson was fined $1 by Judge James M Hurley in district court for a parking violation. TheHudson police filed the charge against Crossman.
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