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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1941
Page
2
Fragmentary newspaper notice from St Concord Massachusetts listing advertising rates for legal notices and insertions. Mentions March 8 1879 act and official office details with editor names and printing location.
A 1930 report details floods in Indiana causing approximately 88 million dollars in damage. The item notes a Senate resignation and references legislative activity including a congressional bill. Oregon is mentioned in context with historical usage.
An editorial discusses the US stance on entering war with Italy Japan or others, stressing a policy path guided by justice and reason. It notes the public opinion battle ahead and outlines ongoing social security concerns with rising beneficiary counts and planned outreach efforts.
At the Maynard Grange regular meeting the play Wicho A swers featured Georgeton as the lead with actors Harry Bum Pus Mrs William Robinson and several others. A Colation was served by Pamund Lowney Brit a and Douglas Crossman before Middlesex Central Pomona Grange installs officers at Lincoln on January 2.
Mrs Earle Huckel and Miss Helen Tilden, recent arrivals from France, described their experiences and observations during a lengthy journey. They spoke about the time it took and the needs they encountered while traveling in wartime conditions.
Maynard resident Maynard R. Coughlin observed his 79 percent birthday anniversary with a family gathering on Summer Street. Known as the town’s first recorded birth after its 1871 incorporation, he has led a varied career from champion roller skater and top bicycle rider to prominent local businessman, newsdealer, fruit retailer, liquor dealer, moving picture operator, realtor, and builder. He also served on town water and finance committees and on multiple town improvement bodies.
Annual meeting of the Parish of the South Acton Universalist Church elected Theron A. Lowden moderator and re elected officers for the year. New officers include Mrs Towden clerk Miss Clara treasurer and Deacon for one year Mrs Otis J. Reid. Henry B Tolman trustee for two years and Herbert Merriam elected Deacon. Sunday School shows growth, $160 appropriated for supplies, carpet fund and music committee ties for a new choir. Mrs Frank S Braman resigned as organist Mary Haskill Lothrop filled organ duties.
Word reaches Sudbury that Constance Trent Champion de Creapigny of Adelaide Australia was knighted for national services at New Year ceremonies. Many locals report flu outbreaks, illnesses, and recoveries including Bosworth Gidding returning home after hospital care. A proposed state airport at Sudbury Stow Marlboro junction gains favorable view.
Funeral services for Mrs. Oliver Sages Blo uébury were held at the Eaton Funeral Home in Needham on Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Tockel was remembered with high esteem by friends who noted her generosity and kindness.
R Cutler was elected chairman of the Peg hod District for 1941 at the regular Pegnai ates meeting in East Sudbury. Forrest D Bradshaw was named committee on Activities as the District’s 1941 appointee. The next district meeting will be held at Cabin on Monday.
The Bedford Grange Nation held an 8:00 pm installation with State Overseer Anne Turner and officers including Master Salvatore Albani, overseer Walter Swanson, secretary JF Y, gate keeper Vincent McGrath, and Ceres Mrs Salvatore Albani. Banquet by Mrs Richard Powderly. dancing led by Leila Blake. Catherine McGrath missing due to illness and to be installed later.
Bedford's Junior High Auditorium hosted a Father’s Night PTA gathering with reduced attendance due to illness. Harold Horvitz of Boston gave a short address after a community fund movie, followed by musical numbers from Jerry Qua and Ruth Thompson. Refreshments were served by Mrs. William Collins and aides. The next meeting is set for 2:30 on Feb 13 to observe Founders Day.
Local notices report a firemen led card party at the town hall postponed due to an airport hearing. Lois Goodwin remains ill with grippe. Civil Service announces open competitive examination for Helper Rigger at the Navy Yard Boston with February 15 closing. Birth announced for Joseph Flaherty's family in Winchester Hospital. James Richardson out with illness. Fay Roby covers duties. United Buggers hold regular meeting at Mrs Green’s home on Credent avenue from 10 a m to 4 p m with noon lunch.
A family with two children plans to join relatives in St. Petersburg for the winter season, aiming to enjoy warmer weather and local activities.
The Acton Woman's Club held a January Diversion Hour at the club house with Mrs James Duggan presenting a review of For Whom the Bells Toll by Ernest Hemingway. Refreshments were served and plans announced for a March event with Mrs Robert Bowen.
The Peoples Theatre will show the full Sugar Bowl game film this Thursday to Saturday, featuring All-American Chuck O'Rourke and Mickey Connolly with Henry Toczylowski's blocks. Narration promises a vivid account of the Tennessee Boston College clash and credits the Beece Eagles as one of the nation’s top elevens.
Walter B. Stevens of Concord road Acton announces his cand idacy for member of the school committee from precinct one Acton Center East and North Acton. A newcomer to Acton he is known for local organization involvement with his wife and family including son Walter A Stevens a Acton High School graduate and student at Admiral Ballard Academy New London Conn and daughter Eleanor.
Somerville native moved to Acton four years ago and bought a home. He served four years in the U S Army in WWI, was active in ward and city committees, chaired a period, and holds posts with Edwards-Quimby Post American Legion Grange Boy Scout and Red Cross groups. He works in an executive role for the United Farmers of Charlestown.
The January meeting of the Maynard Woman's Club at K of C hall drew a good turnout. President Mrs Hang Erikson announced an upcoming citizenship event at Gunton OM man's club Friday afternoon. A student style show from the Modern School of Applied Arts impressed attendees along with song by Miss Barbara Peel of Hudson. The social committee, led by Mrs Glenwood Swett, served tea with candles and flowers.
On Friday evening January residents of Bedford are invited to speak at 8 o clock about the airport landing situation. The Bedford Progressive reports the Civic Club and Revere Chapter hold regular meetings at the Town Hall discussing elections and local business.
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