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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1921
Page
2
The piece argues for strict immigration controls to protect self government and national unity. It warns against allowing influences that could disrupt society and stresses selecting newcomers who respect law, contribute to the country, and share American ideals. It favors skilled thinkers while cautioning against those with perverted mind and anti social traits.
The article praises Reuben Reed Arcon for years of work creating memorial canes and gavels to preserve American history, especially in New England. It notes his patriotic drive, ability to recruit volunteers, and the lasting impact of his trophies as reminders of great events. It discusses postwar shifts in military organization and the value of continued training to produce better citizens.
Herbert Hoover appeals to New England car owners to donate ten dollars to the European Relief fund to feed 250000 starving children in Eastern and Central Europe. A wind shield sticker will mark donors and a total of nineteen dollars secures a Yes I Have a Child’s Life stamp. Checks go to the European Children's Fund, James Jackson treasurer, Boston.
Across Eastern and Central Europe 3.5 million children face famine and rely on food from the European Relief Council led by Herbert Hoover. The plan urges buying Save-A-Life Certificates at 10 dollars to fund food and medical care until harvests restore normal conditions in Poland Estonia Lithuania Czecho Slovakia and Austria. Junior Red Cross circulates the drive with a goal of thirty three million dollars to shelter and feed distressed youths.
Extreme cold worsens hunger among Polish children. About 1,300,000 must be fed this winter until the next harvest. Feeding is conducted at 7,535 stations by the American Relief Administration. Funds are needed to sustain operations through winter, under Herbert Hoover’s European relief drive.
European Relief Council chaired by Herbert Hoover reports half a million pairs of shoes sent to Central and Southern Europe. In Poland under Bolshevik invasion a province had only three shoes for a population of about two hundred thousand, one pair belonging to a little boy who guarded it closely.
A probate notice cites the estate of Cyrus P Pitkard of Acton Middlesex. Isaiah L Pickard petitions for letters testamentary with bond. Respondents must appear February 14 1921 at nine in Cambridge and publish weekly notices for three weeks in Acton Enterprise.
Probate Court cites heirs and creditors in Acton to show cause why Horace F. Tuttle may be granted administration of John Kelley estate. Court requires publication in Acton Enterprise for three weeks starting mid January. Witness George F. Law, First Judge, January 19, 19[XX].
Middlesex Court issues citation to heirs and interested parties to contest the last will of Lydia Handlay of Acton. Horace F. Tuttle seeks letters testamentary without bond and notice is to be published weekly for five weeks with copies to known heirs seven days prior. Proceedings set for 1921-07-07 at nine o clock in Cambridge.
Middlesex Probate Court issues a notice to heirs at law, next of kin, creditors and interested persons in the estate of Thomas H. Hillis of Maynard. Enid K. Norcross of Whitboro or another suitable person is named to receive a letter of administration. The citation requires appearance at the Maynard Court on the seventh day of May 1921 at nine in the morning.
Michael Ae Mcue returns from Florida with a family update. Mrs William F Brown of River Street is at Clinton hospital for an operation. Apsley Rubber cuts wages. Finance committee forms with Thomas Kelly chairing and Fred Worsnip secretary. Rev W W Love preaches at St Luke's Episcopal and confirms visit. Fourth Quarterly conference votes to raise pastor salary if he stays another year. Rev Mr Stroud served five years. John Joseph Madden finally receives his Jauny France 1918 citation after deserter issue linked to Camp Devens. EB Heath undergoes rupture surgery at Parken Hill Hospital. John Glynn, 83, dies at Brigham Road home leaving three children. Methodist Social Union January meeting at Lamson hall with supper and a Chautauqua Company concert. Judge Fred E Morris speaks to Baraca class on moral life. Evening illustrated lecture follows.
The Hudson Board of Trade reports plans complete for an annual banquet and ladies night on Monday February 7 at the town hall at seven. Duncan M. Ross will cater the menu and Robert W. Bird will lead a program with plans for a film show by three local motion picture hosts.
Perkins and Wells Contractors and Builders advertise plans and specifications furnished and prompt jobbing services. Located at 46 Hubbard Street, Concord.
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