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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1931
Page
4
Hon Arthur Gilbert will speak at the annual Chamber meeting and banquet announced by Winfield Temple. The event will be at IL hall with dinner and entertainment by professional entertainers from Boston and a local caterer. Tickets are available from secretary C E Sowerby and chamber officers.
Marlboro residents view redistricting unfavorably as Marlboro is split between Newton Framingham districts. A 3 member committee will redraw to 15 districts with Legislation likely by April 15. Ward one seeks a single representative every seven years but this plan is contested.
Marlboro Hopefuls face strong Boston Whirlwinds led by Henry Kiley Fiddle Morley Johnny Dixon Thompson Moran and Reardon in a key Friday matchup Manager Tom Nolan vows lineup shakeup if showing against Colored Giants last week falls short. Northboro Independents clash Marlboro Colte lations precedes with rivalries intense and dancing to Arthur Armtur’s orchestra after games.
The annual inspection of Auxiliary 30 S of V was held in Cochran hall with allied groups as guests. Past National President Mrs Flora A Whitney of Worcester was the inspecting officer and praised the initiatory exemplification of eight candidates. Auxiliary 30 has earned a 100 percent rating for several years.
The funeral for Frank Stiles of South Acton was held this afternoon at 2 o clock at the Congregational church with Rev. Ralph Parker presiding. Flowers adorned the service as townspeople and relatives attended. Interment followed at Woodlawn Cemetery, Acton Centre. Stiles, aged 52, born in Fitzwilliam New Hampshire, longtime resident, is survived by his wife, a son and a daughter. He was engaged in the hay and grain business and well known locally.
The Hildreth school building committee gathers at the Mayor's Office this evening to consider residents petition for a new school. Petitioners favor a high elevation site between Lawin and Hildreth streets, instead of the central low transfer plan. It is expected that the Sivas Building contract will be let at that meeting.
League officials have not yet decided what to do about the triple tie as of May. The article notes uncertainty and ongoing discussions about possible actions or resolutions.
The aging Joe Sewell, moved to the New York Yankees, and Fresco Thompson, traded to the Brooklyn Robins, are forecast to spark strong 1931 campaigns. Sewell's long career as a reliable infielder boosts Yankee utility needs, while Thompson grows into a promising second baseman for Brooklyn.
The Rev Fr Richard Cushing, diocesan director of the Propagation of the Faith Society, gave an impressive sermon during Lenten services at Immaculate Conception Church. The Rosary opened by Rev Francis Kelleher and Solemn Benediction closed with the Blesseds Sacrament offered by Rev James H Phalan.
A three alarm blaze in Providence destroyed a million dollar pier and large freight quantity. A cement building collapsed into the river, the night watchman was rescued after being reported missing, and total losses near one million. The fire, aided by a light wind, was blamed on an ineffective heater and involved freight from the S S Patriot of France.
Hudson veterans plan a Monday night town hall meeting to decide on a 100 dollar appropriation to help fund Armistice Day observances. The Veterans Council includes Camp Hudson USWV Hudson Post AL and Manning Post VV The finance committee opposes the request citing annual cost increases and educational aims.
Hector A. Moinean of Marlboro Wire Goods Co has been promoted to First Lieutenant in the Ordinance Reserve Corps of the U S Army. He is the son of Hector E. Moinean, treasurer and manager of the company. A high school and Massachusetts Technology graduate, class of 1927.
Officer Harry T. Finnerty begins a 30 day day shift replacing Henry Fahey in Back Bay directing traffic at Broad Manning and Main. After Finnerty completes this rotation Patrolman Fred L. Clark will take the day shift as ordered by the Selectmen last month.
In Hudson a town warrant article would make the practice of thumb jerking for car rides punishable by a fine up to 20 dollars. The proposal gains support from younger residents who spread word and plan to attend the town meeting to voice disapproval while authorities seek to curb potential demonstrations next Monday night.
Marlboro authorities report Joseph Balkose aged 21 died at Marlboro Hospital after a forestry crew vehicle ran off Sears Road in Southboro. Four fellow workers aboard the truck were injured though not seriously. Hough received the worst injuries. Foreman John Parker led the crew staying at Edna Graham’s home. The rear truck passed and struck the other vehicle causing the rollover. Balkose’s skull fracture led to fatal injuries.
The Tuesday Club of Marlborough marked its 89th Guest Night at Odd Fellows hall featuring the Varsity Club's tenor trio and soloists led by Norman Arnold and Ralph Tallby. A chicken salad luncheon followed with Harold French Orchestra providing music and dancing into midnight. Mrs. H Merrill and Mrs. Arnold were among organizers.
Delegates from New England Intercollegiate Conference meet at the Marlboro Inn over the weekend. Events include sessions led by Maxell and Clark with home hospitality for attendees and a Sunday night gathering at the Unitarian Parish hall.
Flannagan, manager of the Jenney station on Main Street, gave a lecture on history and places at the Hudson Society meeting in the public library. The speaker previously toured Southern New England, with his son recalling anecdotes from her travels and contrasting experiences, including a recent trip to Salt Lake City.
A garbled Marlboro business note indicates factories operated over a holiday period. The text mentions weekly activity and a return to normal after a holiday shutdown, with vague references to shipments and production continuing despite the holiday.
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