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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1949
Page
5
The pilot program shows 107 freshmen including 18 gender balanced students. It outlines 1200 in curriculum aims to train speech and thought, with pathways for law humanities and graduate level studies at the school.
Mrs Maria Lombardi of 524 Lincoln Street Marlboro underwent surgery yesterday at Marlboro Hospital. Vincent R. Cheney of 165 Main Street Hudson had a tonsillectomy. Irving J Walcott of Winter Avenue Marlboro was admitted for medical treatment.
Sudbury Fire Department battled a chimney blaze at the home of Mr and Mrs John Whitworth. Firemen faced difficulty due to the chimney’s age and construction but no damage occurred.
Marlboro Captain Arthur Henderson of Fort Devens reports a truck in a 15-vehicle convoy sideswiped a civilian car on Bolton Street. The impact ripped off the motorist's fender. no trace of the other driver was found. Collision occurred as the convoy headed south on the Marlboro Hudson line.
A 1949 postal rate table lists changes across classes including first class at 3c per ounce, air mail 6c, and new money order and registration fees. It notes the disappearance of the Martha Washington stamp, outlines rates for second, fourth, books, libraries, special delivery and handling, and provides progressive fees for money orders and registrations.
Malachy of 6 Main Street wed John William Kelly son of Mrs Margaret Kelly and the late Vincent Kelly of 204 River Street Waltham. The ceremony at 3 PM officiated by Rev John J. Foley with a reception at Ellis Hall. Bride wore white satin and carried an orchid bouquet, groom’s friend Castellano of Waltham attended. Bride and groom plan to reside in Waltham after a honeymoon trip.
Major and Mrs John Parker of Middle Road observed their 20th anniversary yesterday. They wed at a Quincy home on January 12, 1929, with Mrs Parker formerly Helen Prouty of Dorchester. The couple have three children, two daughters and a son. Parker is a U S Army major stationed at Fort Devens. Mr and Mrs Francis Ramelli joined a dinner party for the occasion.
Marlboro Miss Anita Lesage of 74 Chestnut Street was surprised with a greenback show at a Bronx Restaurant cocktail lounge. The event drew over 50 guests from her circle including colleagues from John A Frye Shoe Company. She will wed Wilfred Martel of 139 Winter Street in St. Marys Church Sunday at 1 30 PM.
Marlboro Lodge of Odd Fellows invited to attend a social evening as guests of Pequot Lodge of Wryland tonight. Members meet at Odd Fellows Hall at 7 o'clock to travel in private automobiles. Committee in charge includes Weston L. Browning Ralph Gurney Frank Jaarsma Roger Browh George Oulton and Archie Gilliut.
Dr and Mrs Karl Whitney relocate to Pensacola Florida while he serves in the U S Navy Their Chelsea Naval Hospital posting concluded Mrs Charles M Presley hosted guests at a Presidents Club meeting at the Hotel Vendome In Sudbury Mrs Squire visited with Mrs Cutting and family John Bartlett and companions traveled to Henniker New Hampshire for a weekend with friends Russell a former club member returned home after a brief Sudbury visit
The January gathering of the Maynard Woman's Club featured two one act plays. The Day After Christmas by the West Concord Club and Bord with Losing directed by Mrs Kenneth Rawlins. Cast included Mrs Tibbetts and others with Aunt Agatha. Refreshments were arranged by Mrs Heaven and others.
Concord defeated Reading 36 to 32 at the State Armory to stay tied for second in the Middlesex League with 2 games left. Concord seconds lost 41 to 17. Pierce scored 12 and Finan 11, Capt Antonangelli added seven. Belmont defeated Melrose 43-32. Lexington routed Wakefield 59-38 and Winchester beat Stoneham. League standings listed with Belmont leading. Buy U.S. Savings Bonds.
Marlboro City Clerk Francis J Bertrand Rye will attend the annual Checks Association meeting at the Oak Center on Thursday. Edward J Cronin of Chelsea succeeds the veteran as secretary. City Clerks associations will join in a farewell luncheon for Mr. Cook.
The Happy Sewers 4 H girls club met last Friday afternoon at leader Mrs Sylvia’s home. President Myrnaoenere called the meeting and all six members were present. Mrs Sylvia instructed the group in dress making and the afternoon ended with games.
The notice specifies delivery charges for Sic. Co, O. D, FEES with ranges from $.01 to $2.50 at 20c, $2.51 to $5.00 at 25c, $5.01 to $25.00 at 35c, $25.01 to $50 at 45c, $50.01 to $100 at 55c, $100.01 to $150 at 60c, and $150.01 to $200 at 65c.
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