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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1941
Page
4
Public notice from Concord Massachusetts appears to reference an act dated March 8 1879 and relates to Proceedings by Enter 8 Itc in a Wednesday publication. The fragmentary text indicates a legal or public notice format typical of official postings.
A new anti duelling law was enacted across the United States in 1839, signaling a shift toward legal restraint on honour related violence. The move reflects growing federal interest in curbing duelling traditions and promoting civil dispute resolution.
Andrew Paanemen, a Finnish immigrant and cranberry farmer, works for a government soil conservation program. A clerical error produced a $1,000,019.29 check, prompting debate on government waste and the need for fiscal discipline while Defense needs rise.
Editor writes as aging voter and former Finance Committee member urging Maynard Real Estate owners to lead tax relief efforts. He reflects on service, mocks self some, warns against spender dominance, and stresses citizen unity to curb rising local taxes. He notes town democracy hinges on united action to influence town meeting outcomes.
The piece notes Hitler emphasizes the Gott mit uns theme while signaling a subordinate view of God in his rhetoric. It frames this as part of expansion of industrial plants to produce weapons for Uncle Sam and ties it to broader wartime mobilization.
Friends and parishioners hosted a surprise testimonial for Rev William I Maciaszek marking his first year as pastor of St Casimir church. A turkey dinner preceded remarks by Rev Dr Maskiewicz of Lowell and presentations by John Kulik, plus bouquets for the honorees.
In Sudbury the March election features a contest for a School Committee seat between J Leo Quinn and George H Gotdke, with Quinn known for Town Hall work and Sudbury Fire Department ties, while Gotdke is a longtime South Sudbury resident and Cambridge teacher.
Acton Tuesday evening at the Woman’s Club house the Acton Men’s Club held its regular meeting. A Political Forum and town warrant discussion were held with several nominees for town office present to declare intentions. Refreshments were served.
A group gathered Saturday night at Thomas Larsen’s Springs road home to bid him farewell before he departs Sunday for work with the Pratt Whitney Company in Hartford Connecticut. The party presented a radio to Mr Larsen and attendees included Warl Atwood Warren Clark Harold Kimball Evelyn Thresher Rosine Larsen and Elsie Rafferty Ruth Richardson Arthur Worth Harold Jones Donald Par.
A joint birthday surprise party was hosted at Mr Cameron's Main street home last Saturday evening for Mrs Norman A rsons of Fletcher's corner and her brother-in-law William P L Cameron. Guests included the Lawsons Sopers Lewis Shick Tobin Strack Whitneys Farrells Mannions and others from Acton and surrounding towns.
The Sudbury Water District warrants a meeting at town hall to consider eight articles including a request to raise 26400 for extending water mains not less than six inches in diameter along the Post road for about 9000 feet. Other appropriations total 5550.06 for regular expenses and maintenance.
Bedford residents appear in regional notices as Mrs Adolph Mix at Emerson Hospital, Arnold Richardson returns to Ft Slocum NY, and Hudson Hockey Club helps Maynard reach Central Massachusetts Sector final. Local events include birthdays, Grange meetings, bowling league results, and planned voter registration close date February 19. Community groups host meetings, talks, and charity events with upcoming card party at the fire house on February 21.
The Latin Class at the Junior High School conducted research on Roman life and history and took charge of the assembly.
The February meeting at K of C hall drew many members and guests including Mrs. Clayton Stevens district director and neighboring club presidents. A corsage was given to the district director and each attending president. The MacDowell Ladies Quartette performed American Scenes and decor featured red white and blue. The mid winter conference is planned for February 20 at the Hotel Bradford in Boston and tea was served under Mrs. William Boyd's supervision.
The United Co op Market opens with daily prizes for patrons and a grand prize at week end. Mrs. Wilfred Barrett wins a large grocery basket, Mrs Annie Mikoloy sky a fruit basket, and Mrs Robert J Hateh a fancy cake valued at 92. Warne Linna, Eastern Cooperative official from New York, aids at the event and explains Co op products. Linna is a Maynard High School graduate and son of August Linna of Maynard.
A baked bean supper will be held in St George's church parish hall on Saturday February 25 at 5 20 pm. The event is organized by St Hilda's Guild and open to the public.
A delegation from the Anchor and Ark Glee Club attended a Federation of Male Glee gathering in Hanover on Saturday evening. The Hanover Glee Club hosted a special entertainment followed by refreshments. Plans for the annual Spring competition to be held in Medford were discussed.
Bedford Founders Day observed at the Bedford-Founders Day PTA meeting in the auditorium Thursday afternoon. Charter members and past presidents attended while the B I A Glee Club presented an old fashioned concert. Birth cake with 44 candles honored seven PTA fundamentals as lights were lit. Junior Red Cross showcased layettes and District 4 director spoke on PTA progress. March 13 next meeting will feature Youth Night with youth groups as guests.
The Maynard Dramatic Club held a whist party at Elks Hall last night. Agnes Finnocchi won a special prize of five dollars and Helen Ketola won a cake. Whist prizes were awarded to numerous attendees including Bud Morrison and Helen Mullin along with many named participants.
The Acton Garden Club to present a flower show the week of March 17. A committee led by Mrs. Harlan Tuttle plans the event. Tickets available from Mrs. Harlan Tuttle or president Mrs. Elwix Hollowell.
At the Tuesday night grocery whist hosted by the Rebekahs at Odd Fellows hall on February 1, a list of winners includes Mrs Ina Mitbery Mrs Minnie Campbell Arlene Howe Mrs Car Peterson Mrs William Moon Mrs Louise Garso Albert Perkins Mrs Carrie Wetherbee Arthur Wetherbee Mrs William Lawrence Mrs May Whitcomb Mrs Arthur Wetherbee Mrs Edith Bird Mrs Nellie Campbell Mrs John Carr Richard Barrows Mrs Lillian Morrison Mrs Robert White A Hics Miss Dorothy Davis Mrs Marion Nealey Mrs Louise MacDougall Mrs Ethel Godding and Mrs Alice Roberts.
A fragmentary line attributes to Bacon praising how history shapes men into wisdom wit mathematics philosophy morals and rhetorical strength, implying education deepens character and intellect.
A, poetic fragment on beauty and mortality. The lines contemplate beauty's endurance beyond oblivion with a classical sensibility.
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