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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1931
Page
4
Maynard Board of Selectmen to meet Wednesday at 7 p m in Creighton's Block Public requests for licenses or permits to be presented at that time Secretary JK S Binks is chairman secretary Seph Schnaiter Uplerer
The court cites all persons interested in the estate of the deceased to appear February fifth at ten o clock in the forenoon at the county probate court in Sudbury. The petitioner Charles Ias seeks letters testamentary and requests publication of this citation for three successive weeks. The notice is issued by John C. Leggat First Judge and King P. Jordan Register.
Ralph C. Whidden seeks administration of the Bertha Standley estate in Middlesex County Massachusetts stating debts and expenses do not exceed five thousand dollars and requesting probate by the court. Citation issued to interested parties to appear February 6, 1931 at ten o clock in the forenoon at the Probate Court in Cambridge for show cause. Publication to be once a week for three weeks in a local newspaper and posted. First Judge John Leggat signs.
In Midland the bowling league reports radical changes with Collins of Marlboro still leading by a slim margin. Maynard Town moves to second ahead of Hudson who slips to third as Waltham and Framingham push up the standings. Team and individual pinfalls and scores are listed with Collins and Maynard atop the totals.
Boston Red Sox new pilot Shone Collins fields a deep roster with five veterans and six rookies to fortify the outfield in the coming season. Veterans Rothrock Webb and Oliver lead the pack with strong slugging and defensive skills while rookies Half Pint Rye Van Camp and Masten show bright promise in spring prospecting.
A series of write ups highlights local Arlington businesses aimed at strengthening trade between merchants and customers. The piece notes Arlington as a convenient shopping hub with arterial roads to the town and lists firms such as Arlington Co operative Bank and various local service providers.
Acton Grange 259 held a Jan 13 meeting at Groton where Oliver D. Wood was elected Overseer after Ralph Frost resigned. The installing suite led by John Smith installed Groton Grange officers, with plans for Jan 27 installation by Margaret Satre and her suite. Supper priced at 25 cents.
The Union Congregational Church celebrates cooperative spirit and renewed bylaws creating Religious Education and Missionary committees. Longtime Sunday School Superintendent Mr Young retires after leading a progressing, robust school with strong support from teachers and pupils. Church officers for 1981 are listed including Moderator Gavin Taylor and Clerk Sidney G. McCleary.
The Trinitarian Church Congregational of Concord Mass lists Rev George L Thurlow as pastor with Sunday School and adult classes led by Mrs Zesse R Moore at 10 45 am the morning service with a children's sermon. A 7 pm Young People's Club meets. January 28 features a turkey supper at 6 30 pm. Harold Tompkins recently acted as judge at the New York Pathry show.
The Cleveland Whirlwinds from Buckeye State, a 14 season pro team with 470 wins, visit Marlboro Bears at St Jean Hall Friday January 23. Center Shorty Gill from Notre Dame and teammates Champ Richardson Jim Burns Moe Tanne Fran Cahill and Steve Budinsky headline a strong lineup. A preliminary game precedes the main event and dancing with Harry Armour’s orchestra follows. an umpire sale is also set by St George's Men’s Club on Jan 24.
James F. Gibney of Marlboro died at the Elks Home New York after a short illness. Born in Marlboro he ran the Gibney Linen Service and later worked for Gillette Safety Razor. He was a life member of Marlboro Elks and survived by wife Esther, son James Jr and daughter Barbara. Funeral held at Immaculate Conception Church with Knights of Columbus and Elks pallbearers. Burial in Immaculate Conception Cemetery.
Washington reports show President Hoover valuing the Wickersham Commission’s work while opposing its path to repeal the 18th Amendment. Congress debates constitutional amendments as the panel urges continued prohibition and stronger enforcement, with mixed reactions from lawmakers. The commissions cites federal state cooperation and improved enforcement post 1927 as essential.
The Wickersham Commission reports after 18 months of inquiry finds prohibition noble but hard to enforce. A majority favors repeal or revision, while opposing a federal or state liquor business. It backs more funding and agents but deems the present system largely unenforceable.
Ambrose J Gott at 1510 Massachusetts Ave Arlington Heights offers modern plumbing and heating services. Known for efficient work, quality materials, fair prices, and rapid service, with extensive knowledge of oil burner systems and maintenance.
The commission split on whether prohibition under the Eighteenth Amendment is enforceable and whether it should be revised. Recommendations urge improved enforcement agencies, more agents and equipment, and potential amendments to standardize penalties, with some members advocating immediate revision if enforcement remains weak.
A fragmented note outlines emergency committees aiming to gain public opinion backing to carry out or expand their work. It stresses public support as the most important asset and mentions organizational cooperation and reporting needs.
Fragmented report notes donations to relief funds with unclear attribution. Mentions tributions may be sent to Herol Organ committee at a stated company.
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