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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1931
Page
4
Public notice from Marlboro Massachusetts newspaper Enterprise Incorporated published at Marlboro details second class mail status dated May 25 1903 with subscription rates to Maynard Concord Sudbury Acton Bedford priced at 1.60 dollars including postage and post office designation under congressional act.
The article argues Lt. Gov. William S. Youngman is the strongest Republican candidate for governor, despite efforts by party bosses to block him. It cites his undefeated vote records, Harvard education, and tenure as State Treasurer, urging bosses to back the popular choice whom the people favor.
A fragment reflecting on government progress and citizen laziness causing high taxes and business disruption. The text laments rising costs and government intrusion, suggesting a year of potential change and accountability.
The speaker warns that unchecked power in office could lead to dictatorship, harming citizens. They urge returning to founding principles to avoid tyrannies of rulers and protect the nation from slide toward despotism.
A discussion argues for an ideal tariff that maximizes trade without harming wages and living standards. It critiques the current tariff and supports using presidential power to adjust duties to boost trade, while noting legal limits may hinder bold action. The piece links export strength to national prosperity and urges timely revision.
Massachusetts officials urge all 365 local safety committees to plan sanding of icy hills and curb coasting on streets after a severe winter. The letter asks communities to assess best sanding methods for hills and curves and to limit or prohibit coasting on streets with high traffic, ensuring safer winter travel.
A Judicial Counsel report filed with Governor Allen warns that court case congestion in Massachusetts has become chronic, driven by the motor vehicle insurance law. It notes two to three year delays before judgment, rising costs to courts and prisons, and a tax burden exceeding 10 million dollars annually on residents.
States study ways to fix auto accident issues and may examine Massachusetts slow justice administration and its compulsory liability insurance statute as a reference. The draft notes Massachusetts enforcement lags and insurance requirements, highlighting potential policy gaps.
This Maynard establishment at 16 Main street offers 24 hour emergency readiness with an ambulance and full staff. W A Twombly is praised for fair pricing, courteous treatment, and strong community contribution, presenting itself as a leading local funeral home with reliable equipment.
Marie Dressler debuts a razor scene as a hotel proprietress in Min and Bill. She shaves Wallace Berry on location near San Pedro canneries, under MGM coaching, in a drama about a foster mother and child with a tragic climax.
Congregational Church led by Rev Ralph A Barker holds morning service at 10 morning classes at 11 45 Sunday January 11 Universalist Church with Rev Andrew J Torsleff conducts morning service at 10 30 and church school at 12 noon.
The newborn Ronald Cole Nealey, born December 20, 1930 at Emerson hospital, is credited with an extensive lineage including two great grandmothers, two great great aunts, two great great great aunts, and several uncles. A lifetime of life insurance prospects is imagined by the writer amid New Year wishes to the family.
At the Marlboro Fire Department Central Station the first 1981 meeting saw John Fahey receive the Captain’s insignia from Hose 1 member Harry Sherman. A regular drill preceded a social time.
Byron Lumber Co at the corner of Nasa and Acton streets in Maynard advertises dependable service. Frank S. Byron opens an unfinished furniture department with affordable items like a five piece breakfast set for 12.00 and Windsor chairs for 1.95 as part of a showroom to attract households starting housekeeping.
The article highlights cotton sport costumes for winter wear suitable for skating and skiing, showcasing white cotton corduroy outfits with a sturdy, tailored skirt and coat. It also notes a rain proof coat with metal slide fastenings, patch pockets, belt and beret for a coordinated look.
A promotional piece urges readers to support local merchants and spend money in the home city. It argues merchants reinvest profits locally, offer quality goods and service, and that buying from outsiders weakens the hometown economy. It stresses reading local ads and choosing home vendors to strengthen the community.
Mrs Ellen Thayer Hale 90 died Monday at home in West Guilford after a long illness. She and husband Orlen J Hale observed 66 years of marriage on January 1. A Marlboro Mass native, she lived on Hale farms in Halifax before moving to Guilford Center and later West Guilford with a niece. She leaves nephews and nieces and was a charter member of Broadbrook Grange. Funeral Wednesday at 12 in West Guilford church officiated by Rev J Blackburn.
Freeman and Clancy of 5 Main Street Maynard offer modern plumbing and heating services with Kohler materials. W A Freeman and T M Clancy advertise oil burning installation expertise and rapid access to a broad supply line including GE refrigerators and Glenwood ranges.
Providence reporter in Brown Washington may be chosen to succeed George Akerson as secretary to President Hoover. Brown is a personal friend of the President and seen as the likely candidate for the post.
A still alarm chimney fire in the Rock building drew a crowd near Marlboro Theatre last night. Marlboro Hose 2 and the Central Fire Station ladder truck fought the blaze with chemicals after raising a roof ladder amid slippery footing.
Marlboro Mercer Curtig leaves today to resume studies at Exeter Academy Edward Boyle of Togus Soldiers Home visits with friends Ward DesRociers Soucy travel to Sherbrooke to attend St Charles College Thomas C Fahey marries Mildred Balthazar at Christ King church in Hudson Requiem high mass for the late Mrs Leslie Le sieur at St Marys Church Kiwanis officer Leonidas E Martel to start term at Pine Grove Inn Emile Labelle and Lucille Labane plan Canadian trip Mrs George Précourt and Miss Agnes Précourt visit from Biddeford guests of Olivier Blanchette and Joseph Cote.
Funeral services for Mrs Jennie Hayes wife of William F Hayes will be held Thursday at 9 am at Immaculate Conception church. Interment follows in the parish cemetery with Tighe Brothers in charge. A charity act will give away many useful presents to attendees.
A S Crow promotes Bonat permanent waving hair tinting and other beauty treatments at 11 Nason Street with personal supervision. The shop touts scientific beauty culture, modern methods, and convenient devices, claiming rapid growth and loyal patronage from ladies seeking attractive styling and courteous service.
Report of the Condition Due from nat banks and trust companies including other assets and deposits. The foregoing is made and subscribed to under penalties of perjury by Geo. H. Creighton Harold J. Morgan B. J. Coughlin Frank J. McCarron Waldemar Niemela Geo. H. Gutteridge George F. Lynth.
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