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Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1917

Page

9

Marlboro Team Edged By Jasper Nine In Close Contest

In Pastime hall the Marlboro T. D. Moore lost to the Jasper nine of Philadelphia 35 to 24 before about 1200 spectators. The Jaspers used smart passing and substitutions while Marlboro struggled with bad luck and 21 missed shots in the final period.

Marlboro Jaspers Philadelphia T. D Worcester Hudson Northboro Hadson Milfords Milford Highland City Marlboros Connell Sedran Ghof Renkert Friedman Jasper Gordon Cashman Finn Loughlin Costello Fox O Sedran Chappy Jostello O Chapman O Connell Renlert Whapman Fint Jaspph Satay Vests Finn Friedman Rf Costello Apotoaneg Connell Sogtat Dillen Mitre Aber Lg Renkert Cashman If Voy Chapman Patrick Hehir Harry Finneran

World A. O. H swamps Holy Name in league bowling

World A. O. H. took all four points by defeating Holy Name in a Lynch Bros alleys league match Monday night. J. J. Murray led the pickers with top single and three string totals. The score follows.

Holy Name Lynch Bros J. J. Murray

Inter-city bowling league tightens as Y M S C leads

The Y M S C bowling team extended its hold on first in week 17 of the Inter-city league with K of P defeating the Business Men and several teams jockeying for positions. A. O. H and M. U. chase, Middlesex sits fourth, South Acton fifth, Eagles lead division two, and Red Sox linger at cellar. High scores included J B Lent 117 and A Whalen 116.

M. U Middlesex South Acton Eagles K. of P Holy Name Red Sox J. B. Lent A. Whalen G. Lynch L. Roché Rk. Billet Axford H.king L. Jones H. Killonen L. Downey Tucker J. Jaynch M. Lynch Stoney M. A Hayles

Masonic Social Club Wins Second Card Match

The second match in the card and pool tournament between the Masonic and Odd Fellows clubs was held Monday evening at the I.O.O.F. building. The Masonic Social club defeated Odd Fellows 55 to 49.

Masonic Odd ‘Fellows Masonic Social Club Masonic Club Odd Fellows

Life of William Wayland Curtis Remembered in Hudson

A memorial account recounts William Wayland Curtis a Union veteran born 1845 Worcester who fought at Ball's Bluff Fair Oaks Savage Station Glendale Antietam and many more. He served 1861 1865 reenlisting after 1864 and later ran shoe manufacturing and reform school work until retirement. His funeral in Hudson featured Grand Army of the Republic Sons of Veterans and reformatory groups with a bugle call and choir as Rev Low led prayers.

Hudson Curtis Ball’s Bluff Fair Oaks Savage Station Glendale Antietam Wilderneys Malvern Hill Fredericksburg Bristow Station Robeson’s Tavern Spottsylvania North Anna Totopomoney Cold Harbor Petersburg Jerusalem Road Mr. Curtis Worcester Co. A Co. D Mass Readville Earle State Prison Times Reformatory Grand Army Sons of Veterans Low Holliston WS. Bie

Bedford Auto Crash Yields Fines and Repair Costs

The Cambridge court on Thursday fined three young men $20 each for the North road collision and ordered $180 paid for repair costs. The incident, described as a lesson from joy riding, involved local youths and prompted commentary on reckless driving.

North Rd Cambridge Court

Campaign to Continue for Frances Willard Settlement Fund

About 150 representatives from various teams met at 44 Chambers Street Boston and pledged 4200 toward a $120,000 goal for the Frances Willard Settlement. Total to date reaches $98,000 and the drive will continue for another week with team captains pushing to meet the target. Llewsac Lodge hosts the settlement branch. Miss Mabel Pierce recently visited town. George Skelton holds a clearance sale at his Main Street dry goods store.

Frances Willard Chambers St Boston Llewsac Lodge George Skelton Main St

River Tamanduaeteby in Sao Paulo Brazil

A Brazilian river in Sao Paulo state bears a long Indigenous name Tamanduaeteby and is also referred to as the river of the Great Tamanotr, highlighting its lengthy title and origin.

Brazil Sao Paulo Republic of Brazil

Mrs Gordon Wilson Dies After Ill Health in Concord

Friends mourn the death of Mrs Gordon Wilson who died Thursday in Palmer after a period of illness. She had resided in Concord for several years making many friends and her loss is deeply felt. funeral was held Thursday.

Gordon Wilson Palmer Wilson

Help of Christians Church Whist Party Draws Large Crowd

A successful whist party at Warner hall hosted by Help of Christians church drew a large crowd. Prizes were announced at 10 15 followed by refreshments and dancing until 11 30. The final party in the series is set for Friday evening February 9.

Help of Christians Church Warner Hall

West Acton Sees Hazelton Perkins and Miss Maude Wooding Wed

Hazelton Perkins and Maude Wooding wed at the Baptist parsonage with Rev. C. L. Pierce officiating. The couple plans to reside in the village. Dr. Hall Staples has a painful carbuncle on his back with a second threatened. West Acton Woman's club hosts Guest Night on Monday Feb 12 with J L Harbour speaking on O Blessed Be Humor. Ticket sales by Miss Armstrong Thursday Feb 8 from 3 to 4. Members urged to purchase.

Hazelton Perkins

Great Fires Hit San Francisco and Chicago in 1851 and 1871

The text records two historic urban conflagrations: in San Francisco May 4–5, 1851 destroying about 2,500 buildings and June scorching another 500, and Chicago October 8–10, 1871 burning 2,124 acres with 250 deaths, 98,000 homeless, 17,430 buildings burned, and property losses around 200 million dollars.

Thea San Francisco Chiscago

K. of P Defeats South Acton in League Night

South Acton was defeated by K. of P in a league game Thursday night. J. B. led scoring with high totals in both single and three string events.

South Acton Jyon Anents

Bransfield Explains Origin of Nickname Kitty

National League umpire Bransfield recalls how local Worcester boys mispronounced his name. He says early labels included I did and Niddy before age and reading habits shifted them to Itit and Cit. The playful taunts evolved until the nickname Kitty stuck.

Kitty Bransfield National League Worcester Mass Isit’ Carson Carson

Red Sox Triumph Over Eagles In Friday League Match

The Red Sox defeated the Eagles by two points in a close league contest Friday night. L Roche led scoring with the high single and F Roche topped the trio in total points.

Red Sox Eagles L. Roche F. Roche

Finishing Room Defeats Weave Room In Lynch Bros Bowing Match

The Finishing Room defeated the Weave Room bowling team at Lynch Bros alleys on Saturday afternoon in a local league contest.

Finishing Room Weave Room Lynch Bros. Alleys H. King Foley Ryan J. King J. Billet Panton Kierstead Hansen

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E. A. Strout Chas, A. Moore Hudson Street Marlboro, Mass Murray High Man McCormack Wees T. Murray King Ig. Lynch Vodoklys W. White Enee K. OF Inter-City League Flaherty William Wayland Curtis Bedford Mabel Pierce Concord’ Junction West Acton Piper Willis Clapp B. Lent Coulter Te Collins He Duxbury St Jas Lent George E. Hack Arthur J. Coughlan Co Arthur Coughan Co Maynard, Mass State Armory Concord Featuring Marie Walcamp Eddie Polo Jack Holt Liberty Horton Manuel
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