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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1946
Page
4
The Concord Enterprise lists editor and office information with Marlborough postal status, noting publication as a weekly paper issued every Thursday and rates per inch for ads and subscriptions.
Almanac notes in 1944 detail a duel between ironclads Monitor and another vessel. Historic maritime clash items highlight ship names, dates, and craft actions. The piece frames the event as a notable naval encounter in early American ironclad history.
The piece warns that the American system must adapt as world forces evolve, noting atomic age shifts and interstellar ideas. It argues the nation’s rock‑solid principles are tested, and future leadership must balance public and private changes while maintaining democratic norms.
A Mill Dam League bowler from Concord urges the town to approve Article 29 at the upcoming meeting to build a bowling alley in town. The writer argues it would stay local, avoid parking issues, and allow the league to schedule regular play next winter.
Results from precincts show Goo gins won over Mrs Damon 274 to 253 in precinct two while Damon carried precinct one 833 to 820. Total turnout: precinct one 1 244 voters, precinct two 357 of 1 202 registered. Garrity led as town treasurer with 1 307 votes. Rose topped town clerk with 1 288. Several women elected to library committee and recreation commission. new officials include Dan forth S. Comins Sr moderator and others in town government. Election officers listed for both precincts.
The meeting agenda covers snow removal, new equipment, salaries and construction with a comparison to the 1945 appropriation of $55,837.25 and notes a proposed raise of about $34,827.75.
Residents await votes on several articles including increased police and fire appropriations, a precinct division study, new Roads and Bridges location, zoning changes for bowling alleys, expanded Planning Board, pig limits, and rezoning near Routes 2 and 126 by Walden Pond.
A postwar era need for higher consumption and new apartments was urged alongside rent ceiling explanations. Henry Warner of Lincoln, chief OPA rent control examiner in Boston, discussed rent control, evictions, and housing conditions. William Wadsworth of Concord spoke on mosquito control and war bond funding. A Q&A followed. attendees included Sgt. Fairbanks and Joseph deCos te among local figures at the meeting.
Announcement lists wartime ration values for waste fat at four cents per pound and sugar stamp 39 in Book Four valid for five pounds with expiration April 30. It states all food rationing except sugar is ended. A director's meeting followed, President Duggan presiding, with the next meeting planned for April.
Louis D Lahm 89 prominent fruit grower and Carlisle resident died after a long illness on February 20 at his home. Funeral held Saturday at Douglass chapel Lexington with Rev. Royd J Saylor officiating. Survived by son Clinton J Lahm two daughters Lillian M Heald and Mrs George Floyd and three Carlisle grandchildren.
Emerson Hospital in Concord established a memorial fund funded by cash gifts in memory of deceased individuals. A president-appointed committee and Miss Edna Price oversee the fund to benefit the hospital, with acknowledgments sent to donors and notifying families. The hospital hopes residents will consider future memorial gifts.
The James J Mansfield post A L plans its March meeting at the Iste rans Building Walden Street on Wednesday March 13 at 8 pm Arthur Wood will preside The legion is expected to play a prominent part in the Day exercises
The Middle sex Institution for Savings signed a contract to sell land behind its banking quarters in Concord for a new theatre seating 950. Entrance would be near the present driveway beside Main Street Cemetery. Builders aim to complete and open this year with first class shows.
At the annual meeting of the Corporation of the People in Concord a vote of thanks was given to 109 Red Cross Nurses Aides and 21 assistants for janitorial help plus 2 men aiding in hospital kitchens for their 1945 volunteer service. The board praised their vital role in maintaining high hospital standards during the war and thanked the volunteers from Concord and surrounding towns.
Funeral services were held for Carol Ann Cutler five and a half years old at Trinitarian Congregational church in West Concord. Daughter of Mr and Mrs William M Cutler of 174 Commonwealth Ave Boston born at Children's Hospital after a two day illness. Community extends sympathy to the parents and family.
Concord-Jenney Brothers Inc of 23 Everett Street has been issued a charter this week by Secretary of State Frederick W. Cook. The firm is in contracting and is led by Casper J. Jenney Jr a former lieutenant commander in the US Navy in the Pacific during the war. Also involved are I Mins Bennect Fe and Richard W Jenney.
Concord Athletics gain momentum as Bernard Megin returns to Concord High School. Former Notre Dame athlete and ex Navy officer resumes coaching football and directs physical education, with housing to be arranged in Water town until Concord facilities are secured. Superintendent Ralph D. Mcleary to announce full athletic setup soon.
Concord Grange plans a March 5 whist party at Mrs Marion Clark’s Main street home. First prize went to Marian E Blaisdell of 29 Belknap street. second prize to Mary E Keiley of 20 Bedford street. Consolation prizes were won by Ethel Gates and Sylvia Moreau. Lawrence and Mrs Cress were among other winners.
The Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary hosts a penny sale in upper Monument Hall on Tuesday night March 5 at 8. Aimed as the last social event before Lent, the public is invited and prizes include two grand awards. A large committee assists the effort.
St Marys of Billerica defeats St Bernards in a recent game. SS Mohawk Sea Scouts plan a rematch meeting Thursday at 8 oclock at Harvey Wheeler School hall with Skipper Roger F Conant presiding.
Concord basketball team edged Chelmsford 52 51 at Chelmsford last Thursday night in a tight finish. It marked the locals second loss to the Chelmsford club.
A high mass of requiem was celebrated at St Bernard's church for Thomas Dwyer retired who died last Saturday at his home on Evevington road Rev Mark P Sullivan officiated and burial followed in the family lot at St Bernard's cemetery Dwyer born in Sudbury lived in Concord for 37 years His wife Ellen died earlier Surviving are two daughters Miss Mary and Elizabeth and son Thomas Jr all at home He was in his 80th year.
CYO Social at Monument Hall drew a large crowd and featured dancing games and refreshments. Proceeds support future CYO activities. Rev Mark Sullivan of St Bernard’s Church led as honorary chairman with a sizable committee including Ines Venti Anne McNally Dena Zakas Helen Lips Mary Moynihan and others such as Frank Trab ucco Alcide Beaudoin Robert Russell Paul Horne and Charles Stefanelli.
Sergt John W Clarkson Jr son of Mr and Mrs John W Clarkson of 53 Main Street is expected to arrive home soon for furlough or possible discharge after returning from overseas duty in the European Theatre. He was a member of the George Washington unit docked at New York with many high point returning vets.
Concord The Concord High School basketball team resumed practice this week for the final game of the season in the Middlesex County League Friday night at Winchester. The high school five has yet to win a game and may also play a two game intra town series with the Concord Basketball Club at Hunt gymnasium later in the season.
Concord notes Rev. Harry P. Qol land of Evangelical Free Church visiting friends in New York. In last evening's gospel service at the church, Mr. Stanley Decker of Boston University spoke on the subject The Global Gospel.
Several Concord competitors attended the Eastern Dog Show held in Boston over the past week, highlighting local participation in the regional canine event.
Concord Cy and Concord St Bern hoops split three wins at Monument from Our Lady's of W Cord last Friday. Senior game saw Don five edge Dukie Stefanelli O Grady nine and Pierce 10 while Ja lace added 10 for the losing side. Junior contest featured Card team led by Ian and Jackie Pierce with eight and six. Midgets barely swept 18 17 as Bill McHugh scored 15 of the team’s 17 points.
The D A R chapter will meet Saturday at 2 45 in the House Lexington road. Mrs Forrest E Collie lerica grand regent will speak and a tea will follow. A bake sale is set for 2 o'clock at the House before the meeting.
Mrs Bernard A arrives home Tuesday from Fargo Barracks where he has been stationed. He expects to receive charge from the U.S. soon and plans to resume school. He was a student at St. J. During the ice age, large sloths roamed the area.
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