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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1947
Page
1
Joan McNaught daughter of Mr and Mrs Waldo McNaught of Bedford graduates from Cazenovia Junior College on Sunday June 29 and receives the Cook English prize.
Akron Ohio based Sei Berling Rubber Co. announces a new black rubber heel guaranteed not to mark floors. The statement addresses the common problem of black heels streaking light linoleum or wood surfaces, promising a solution for households.
Frances Bond Boarman of Baltimore and Henry Bowen of Concord were married at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Bel Air Maryland last Saturday. Rev Pearson Hill Gloan officiated with Richard Curtis Barney of East Orange New Jersey as best man. Attendants included six bridesmaids led by Miss Sarah Bowen and ushers including Ernest F. Henderson and Morton M. Chanley Jr. The couple will reside in Boston.
Fond Du Lac reports an 82 year old couple, Eugene Priest and Martha Rhoads, married locally to curb loneliness. They will reside in the bride’s home after receiving a special dispensation to waive the five day waiting period.
A report describes floodlight installations at Fenway Park in Boston and Yankee Stadium in New York. The new lighting would be bright enough to illuminate two four-lane highways spanning the distance between the cities.
The Assabet Institution for Savings requests a duplicate book to replace Book No 14658 which is lost. Notice signed by Sidney E McCleary Trans Maynard Mass with dates June 26 July 3 10.
A fragmentary notice reports a lecturer on archeology and Assyrian relics noting marriage as an ancient institution. The odd style hints at a club or era where unconventional music and scholarly talk mingle with relics and dialogue.
A tale recalls Joe McCarthy using a fishbowl experiment to discipline a tavern- visiting player. He tests liquor with a worm in water and a second worm in whisky, then asks what the lesson shows. The player answers that continued drinking will kill the “worms.”
In the dialogue a student answers umbrellas to a teacher's question about what is raised in countries with wet climates. The exchange highlights a pun on the word raised and item umbrellas.
Probate Court of Middlesex Massachusetts issues notice to interested parties in the estate of Nancy S. Chaffin late of Acton. A petition for distribution of the administrator’s balance is presented for allowance. Objections must be filed in Cambridge by August 21, 1947. Judge John C. Leggat signs the citation. Loring P. Jordan is the register.
Leona M. Bowman sues James R. Bowman of Philadelphia, Pa, for divorce on the grounds of desertion. The petition seeks alimony, child custody, and support. A written appearance is required within 21 days of September 8, 1947. Citation dated May 19, 1947.
Recently moved into the district, she aims to impress neighbors with a music evening. She asks if a pianist is engaged, and her husband assures a great virtuoso will perform, though she worries about morals versus talent.
A humorous confession contrasts two husbands. The first claims his wife always finds his hidden money, while the second says she never finds his money. He explains his trick by placing funds in a basket with undarned socks.
General Devers urges posts to invite nearby communities to celebrate the Nation's 171st birthday with supervised displays. The Army argues a trained force can handle fireworks safely, benefiting youngsters who deserve to SEE and HEAR them.
Dr. Roy F. Feemster of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health urged parents to schedule elective tonsillectomies before August 1 to avoid polio risks. He warned polio tends to rise after summer and advised postponing further operations if the disease becomes prevalent in the area.
At midyear 1947 the United States held more than 250 million barrels of crude petroleum both domestic and foreign in storage. The total reflects an ample supply as summer demand neared.
Two farmers meet and swap cures for distemper in mules. Josh notes turpentine cured one mule, then died. Si claims turpentine killed his mule. They recount the humorous misadventure with their teams pulling in wagons on a rural road.
A notice states an application for a duplicate book to replace the lost Deposit Book No 14786 has been received by Assabet Institute Savings. The notice lists Motleary Tien and July 2 10 17 as key details.
Fragmentary dialogue describes a snowy drive with lessons. People discuss road conditions and timing as they learn. The exchange hints at cautious driving in wintry weather and the progression of a learning street course.
Mr and Mrs Richard N Greenwood announce the engagement of their daughter Druscilla to Paul Withington son of Mr and Mrs Lothrop Withington of Brookline and Plymouth The couple spoke at a buffet reception at the Greenwood summer home Hither Manomet Druscilla a Concord Academy May Queen 1946 and a Junior League member is a 1946 graduate Sergt Withington a Governor Dummer Academy graduate interrupted studies at Harvard to join the armed forces and is stationed at Fort Bragg NC
Increasing the use of lush green pastures and high quality legume hays helps balance livestock rations and reduce the reliance on prolein concentrate for farm animals.
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