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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1939
Page
3
A fashion note describes how designers mix two tones of the same color and color contrasts in coats and dresses. It highlights back drapes, color entrustment, and two tone blouses and outerwear as the season’s striking trend.
Advance fashion notes preview a spring 1939 trend with neat shirtwaist frocks in bright red prints. Patterns include bed style black with red, navy with red, and prita necktie motifs. A pleated skirt and puffed sleeves signal a sprightly, spring runway look headed for popularity.
A textile note praises raven fabrics as ideal for steamsheated winter wear. The material is described as warm enough for winter dresses yet gentle on skin and light in weight under fur coats.
Designer notes show Paris collections highlighting striped silks and Directoire influence with Gray as a dominant color. Runway emphasis centers on refined geometric motifs and understated palettes guiding upcoming season trends.
A large Acton Woman's Club gathering convened at the club house on Wednesday at 1 pm for dessert and the monthly meeting. Speakers from the Legislative committee discussed tax reform and the role of Taxpayers Associations in reducing the tax burden, with praise for past savings and a push for broader town and state involvement.
The Ladies Circle met at the vestry for its annual gathering with a luncheon. Mrs. Thomas Boston presided, reports showed growth and healthy activity with average attendance 44 and 177 at public suppers. Officers elected include President Mrs Arthur H Wilder and Secretary Mrs Maynard H Harriman.
Maynard The Anchor and Ark Glee Club with Andover Male Choir under Everett Colling present a joint concert at Washington auditorium on Wednesday evening February 15. The Anchor Ark Club, prized in New England for strong programs, joins the Andover Glee Club in a shared program led by Walter Smith Jr. as soloist.
The Junior Class of Maynard high school held a Mid Winter Social in the George Washington auditorium. Decorations, dancing, novelties and refreshments energized the evening sponsored by Miss Ruth J Wilson and Miss Ruth Bradley.
Friends of Philip Wilson say he is a candidate for election to the school committee. The article notes his family ties to former officials and long involvement in local government.
Old Sudbury recalls Josephine White longtime resident and civic volunteer who died suddenly Sunday night. She served as a Grange member for 60 years, led patriotic and disabled veterans aid efforts, and supported church and town activities. Survived by two sons Arthur Henry and Maurice Bertram and brother Henry B Rice. grandchildren listed.
Marlboro residents reported Trinity Circle reelected Mrs Lallian French as president at the annual meeting held last night in the Guilden of Holy Trinity Church. Mrs Lewis Tucker was chosen vice president and Mrs Harry became treasurer with Mrs George Baken as secretary. A tentative plan for the season was outlined and refreshments were served during the social hour.
Sudbury residents and friends will attend the Firemen's Association dance at the town hall on February 22 with Brigham's well known orchestra providing the music.
A small event note indicates a masa at the local church scheduled for tomorrow with activities likely including prayer and meal. Community members are invited to attend and participate in the observance.
Sudbury residents oppose a large land transfer to a Greater Boston group for a Jewish cemetery arguing it harms town beauty and property values. Citizens circulate petitions against outside ownership and speculate a plan to divide land among six congregations. The piece also notes four existing cemeteries and reports on Democratic Town Committee activities and potential candidates for town offices.
Herbert F Akroyd post members will attend the Middlesex County Legionnaires meeting Sunday in Hudson Town hall. District 8 members meet at 3 p m with MarlboroHudsonMaynard Sudbury posts in attendance. A supper at 6:80 accompanies an entertainment program featuring vaudeville stars.
Mr and Mrs Johan A Curtis Jr reside on Church street and are spending the week in New York City. They are noted as visiting the metropolis for unspecified engagements and may attend local events during their stay.
Unuary fling of Roosevelt birthday event planned for High School Auditorium on Monday evening. Patrick A McGrath presided at a Town House meeting drawing wide support. Program includes local entertainment a hall dance and gym whist with proceeds split between the National Foundation and the county. Tickets on sale via committee members with future meeting set for January 99 at 7 45 PM in the Town House.
Police report no court action yet against operators of betting rooms in Marlboro. The Mayors order led to the closure of gambling sites on Main Street and surrounding areas. Chief Bastien says no direct horse-booking evidence found, and officers will maintain vigilance.
Maynard faced eight fires over a long weekend and a boiler incident. Firefighters rescued a man reluctant to be saved, and authorities noted federal relief expenditures totaling 608 047 65. The town's relief costs spanned Emergency Relief Administration Works Progress Administration and other agencies in 1998.
The Bafta Club of Clarcy met at the Manse on Tuesday evening January. Christine A Nidhobead spoke on first aid and emergency care. Plans were made to sew for Massachusetts Memorial Hospitals with materials shipped to the club. An all day sewing meeting is set for Wednesday January 96 at Mrs B G Smiths home Pitchdale Avenue to review projects.
Mrs Arthur N Payne wife of Le Spen is mentioned in a brief obituary notice highlighting her relation to Le Spen and noting family connections.
The Bedford Board of Registrars conducts a town canvass to verify the voting list before the March election. Officials will consult residents and prepare to assist. Information relates to male residents eligible for military service and securing conscription details at this time.
A Sudbury resident named Marti Mh Wellesley was fined 860 and sentenced to six months for passing bad checks. The case described a rubber-cheat method and involved a local voting mat and other details from the scene.
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