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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1957
Page
4
The Concord Enterprise Press Inc publishes from 16 Liberty Street Marlboro Maiu showing editor Currier and Walden Street contact details with a Concord telephone line Emerson 9 4200.
Public notice from Marlboro Massachusetts issued by The Enterprise Press Inc announces publication as second class matter under federal law and notes weekly Thursday issues. It lists Eastern representation Julius Matthews Special Agency offices in Boston and New York and disclaims financial responsibility for typographical errors.
The notice lists subscription rates stating one year costs two dollars. It presents a simple price outline likely intended for readers considering yearlong newspaper access.
Experts warn inflation may worsen as farm surpluses fade by 1970 and US land and population shift redefine food supply. Population growth could push prices higher before any full market balance, with steel capacity rising yet demand still outpacing output.
Two Concord residents will lose their driver's licenses after blocking fire apparatus this week. The notice urges drivers to yield to police, fire or ambulance vehicles and emphasizes the seriousness of failing to do so during emergencies.
Patrolman Robert Learmouth investigated a collision on the Fitchburg turnpike last week. The cars of Beawerd Gaudet of Waltham and Wayne Hellanen of Maynard were heavily damaged and towed from the scene.
Concord police assisted emergency blood requests this week as Emerson Hospital issued a formal appeal for donors.
A Lexing ton road resident is sought by police on a warrant sworn by her husband for abandoning their three children.
The department labors to untangle traffic jams caused by the severe storm. Citizens receive credit for their understanding and cooperation with police during the disruptions this week.
Tuesday evening Patrolman Thomas C. Graham directed his charges in the Lowell Golden Gloves tournament. A large delegation from the department led by Chief Robert E. Kelley attended the bouts and praised Graham for guiding the boys though funding shortages limit potential.
The Concord I R C confirms Bishop Alexander St Ivanui a Hungarian church leader and Red Cross head, clarifying a prior Enterprise statement. West Acton Baptist and Universalist Church volunteers transport refugees to Concord for English classes while local members provide homes. Also notes Greater Lowell finalists in 1957 National Merit: Brainerd O. Taylor and Carol J Brayden.
A meeting of officers of the Holy Name Society was held at the rectory of Our Lady Hell of Christians Church in West Concord. Plans for the monthly meeting on January 13 were discussed.
The Ladies Sodality of St Bernard's Church will meet next Monday evening January 16 at 7 45 at St Bernard's Church. After the devotional led by Rev John A York pastor and spiritual director a meeting will be held under Miss Mary F Tobin prefect guidance.
Carlisle report states Miss Beverly Dutton daughter of Mr and Mrs George W Dutton of Westford Street has traveled to Saint Petersburg Florida to work as a nurse at a hospital and join classmates. She graduated from Lowell General Hospital last spring and is a Concord High School alumna.
The Bedford High boys lost to Wayland High in a Dual County League game on Tuesday afternoon, 69 to 25. Wayland extended its unbeaten streak in the league.
A National Geographic description notes a half mile long wall in the Ladakh desert near Tibet that serves no defensive purpose, guarding nothing and shutting out nothing, highlighting its puzzling presence.
Concord George Jepson is reported for work as soil conservation aide on January 7 in Middlesex Soil Conservation District. Hopes for trained staff before spring and summer. Jepson attended Essex County Agricultural School Hathorne 1954 55 and graduated Haverhill High School 1954. He worked as herdsman at Wethersfield Farm Danvers tending 44 cows. the farm runs about 200 Guernsey cows.
Barons beat Owls 3 1, Olympics tied Outlaws 3 3, Farmers 1. High scorers Walter Carlson 344 and Ed Anderson 341. Carlson 125, Anderson 122 in listed scores.
Concord youths enter Golden Gloves bouts under Concord Police Athletic League direction led by Patrolman Thomas C. Graham. Competitors include Leo Lydon and Pete Stalker in 135 pound class Leonard Cullinane in 147 Al Beecy Howie Maher John Spellman middleweights and Russell Forsythe heavyweight.
The Pioneer Girls gathered this afternoon at the Carlisle Congregational Church under the leadership of Mrs. Arlene Dempsey wife of Pastor Rev. Robert B. Dempsey.
The Carlsje Historical Society held its monthly gathering last evening at the Gleason Library with guest speakers Robert F Needham of Concord and Donald A Lapham of Carlisle.
Committal services were conducted at the family lot in Green cemetery in this town on Sunday afternoon for the late A. Bert Boynton who died in Chelmsford. He was a cousin of Fred E. Robbins of Bedford road in this town.
Carlisle public schools resumed classes Tuesday morning after a full day suspension Monday due to a major snowstorm. The disruption affected all grades and cancelled activities are expected to be rescheduled by district officials.
The Sudbury Troop met January 3 at the Congregational Church with 42 Scouts. Senior Leader Paul Mahoney led the Opening Ceremony and discussions on the National Jamboree at Valley Forge. Assistant Scoutmaster Davison and Explorer P Boughton facilitated several patrol activities and a Scout-o-rama set for January 26 to fund Adirondack Lean-tos for Mohawk Village at Camp Resolute. A combined Court of Honor is slated January 10 with Explorer trip movies, and families were urged to attend.
The Troop Committee met Sunday night January 6 at Scoutmaster Boughton’s home. Attendees included J. Bisson chair, D. Shay, C. Cousins, E. Coughlin, W. Kilton, T. Davison and G. Boughton. Plans covered the Court of Honor January 10 and upcoming events Scout week February 6 12 Scout-o-rama January 26 and the National Jamboree July 12 19 at Valley Forge.
The Scout-o-rama Committee met January 6 at the Boughton house with members from Hudson Stow Cochituate and Sudbury. They aim to build ten lean-tos at Camp Resolute for year round Scout use funded by ticket sales with free admission for children under eight with a parent. Tickets are sold through Cub and Explorer Scouts or the committee.
Acton Junior High starts intramural girls basketball with 67 players in six teams split into two leagues White and Blue. Blue Birds Robins Blue Jays Hawks Cardinals Chickadees each name and captain listed. Champions from each league meet in a playoff using three points for a win one for a loss and no points for a forfeit to determine the title.
Acton coach Ed James announced co captains Edwin Anderson and Charles Bartlett will play in the Wabhlesett League all star game at Fort Devens Arena on January 18. Eastern Division girls’ team will include Karen Erkkinen Georgina Phelps and Connie Massie leads the cheer squad.
Concord defeated Fraser High 1 0p tilt at Melrose as Don Fraser scored 23 points to overcome a 33 27 halftime deficit with a 22 point burst in the third period.
Concords Eddie Tetreault posted a 144 single and 358 series to set a new Mill Dam Bowling League mark as the Anchors shut out rokers 4-0 in Bedford. Hap Hansen added a 353 triple and Tony Del sie 349. Other results included Priests over Bridge Acres 4-0 and Ramblers over Hubbardville 3-1. Anchors lead Ramblers by nine points.
At the Bedford Lions Club meeting plans were laid for a February variety show and members were urged to attend the giant zone meeting at Concord Lions Club on January 22. Capt. and Mrs. Donald Morgan Messore Jr. announce the birth of a daughter on December 30 at Emerson Hospital.
The Ball & Chain Club met at the vestry of the Church of Christ Congregational on Saturday evening for a program titled We've Got a Secret. Refreshments were served. A meeting of the Bafta Club followed.
A regular meeting of the Hunt Hamilton 1p Auxiliary No 221 was held on a Tuesday evening at the legion hall. The report notes a casual, community gathering with brief discussions and local participation.
Mr and Mrs Sta dall Hayden announce the birth of their fifth child Pamela on September 26 at Lowell.
The Bedford J T A will hold a meeting on January 17 at 8 pm in the cafeteria. Prof Dala ment of educating will be present to speak.
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