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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1931
Page
3
Alice Langelier reports on visitors to a colonial site noting that no lunch baskets are needed. The piece mentions samplers and the lack of dining options, with reference to American visitors seeking quick meals and Chinese cuisine linked to Potet and Chabot.
The article surveys Parisian dishes from couscous to waffles and highlights chefs like Shiang Ming and the famed omelette expert Madam Poulard. It notes her death at 89 and her influence spreading to many kitchens. It also mentions a Salvation Army cook serving the hungry.
The Navy Library will receive a pamphlet on Colonel George Claghorn of New Bedford, builder of the frigate Old Ironsides. Written by William M. Emery and published by the Old Dartmouth Historical Society, it was sent to Secretary Adams by Oliver G. Ricketson of Dartmouth.
Maynard entertainers Carl Seura and Ray Helin will broadcast from WBSO station next Monday at 8 o clock. The Hawaiian and Spanish guitar duo have appeared locally and earned a following, with many young friends in town expected to listen.
Nearly 100 girls from St Bridget's parish depart Scituate on Monday for Camp Joyce Kilmer for a two week vacation. Chaperones include Mrs Mary Coughlan Mrs Margaret Dineen Miss Nellie C May and Miss Olive Morgan with graduate nurse Miss Nell Ambrose. Parishioners expect the boys to follow in two weeks. Camp director is Rev Charles Donahue senior curate. The camp, started years ago, now thrives with parishioners and is debt free with complete facilities.
Maynard Lady Warwick lodge Daughters of St. George installed officers at Odd Fellows hall on Thursday night. Mrs Rose Allen led the ceremonies inducting Hazel Brown as president Ida Brooks as vice president Alice Cheney as chaplain Sarah Oates as recording secretary Mary Doel as financial secretary Alice Brown as treasurer Bessie Austin as conductress Laura Parkin as assistant conductress Elizabeth Easthope as inside guard Flo 1da Brooks as outside fore Butterworth as trustee Mary Doel and Sarah Oates named delegates to the annual convention at New Britain Ct in September.
The Duke of Abruzzi Society of East Boston drew more than 2000 attendees for an outdoor program at Vose Playgrounds featuring music entertainment speeches and sports. Fifty Maynard visitors registered at Camp Joyce Kilmer in Scituate last Sunday.
Forest Wing of Concord won the camping trip to Camp Gilbert at Massachusetts State College for best work in Middlesex County poultry and garden projects. Frank Coccolato of Bedford and David Young of Acton placed second and third with strong showings in the poultry program.
Union services in Maynard are held by the Methodist and Congregational churches. Rev Mathew A Vance preached at a well attended union service. Union services occur in July at the Congregational church and in August at the Methodist church. Rev Ernest Lyman Mills, pastor of the Methodist church, is on leave of absence during Fury.
A large meeting of the Weavers Union affiliated with the Textile Workers met Monday night at Key Street Hall to discuss wages and conditions in the weaving department. Committees were instructed to confer with mill officials and report at a subsequent union meeting.
Sudbury's Welfare Board reports expenses for the first six months of the year at 535.62 against 643.21 in 1930, a saving of 126.59. Mrs Frederick Ix Glar says 18 applications for old age assistance were received, sixty one of which were disallowed for not meeting residency or eligibility reasons.
At a School Committee meeting bids were opened for bus service and drivers for public schools. Winners listed include Clarence Baldwin Hudson road route and Willard Davidson South Sudbury. Other bidders like Kane and Farrell were noted as not winning.
Alan Flynn and Alfred Whitney attend a Harvard summer course as Sudbury school leaders. Ma Louie Dudly appointed Commercial instructor for the high school. The town hall project advances with Hudson Road workers nearing occupancy. Fire Dept holds a drill after warning of daily noon horn signals. Charles H Way, town hall architect, is engaged to remodel a building.
The article reports Rudy Vallee's family and millions of fans sending sympathy as he lies at his bedside. His mother Mrs Catherine Vallee is described, and Vallee is noted to be weakened by a grave heart condition. The notice mentions a recent arrival from New York two days prior.
Two men identified as William Miller of Mina Florida and Reed other arrested after sawing bars and entering prison yard. Deputies say a ladder and stolen workshop items were used. Warden B D Henderson says a getaway vehicle and clothing change aided their escape attempt.
Mr and Mrs Fred Ai Trail celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary at 68 Church Street with plans for a small observance at home. The couple, married July 14 1886, have deep local ties and active lodge memberships.
The note recalls Marlborough's incorporation 41 years ago and a July 14 1890 celebration marked by bells, fireworks, and band concerts. It mentions a December meeting of the City Board with Mayor Francis C. Curtis and aldermen, reflecting civic pride and recollections of the old event.
B B A leaders in ramied Valley league will clash with Turners at Stevens playground. Henry rer, cross star athlete, will top the local team lineup according to manager Ed Geuthier.
Maynard held Friday afternoon at his Warren street home with Rev Mathew Vance of Union Congregational leading. Military honors by Frank J. DeMare Post A L of the local VFW. Burial at a nearby cemetery followed by floral tributes.
Mrs Mary Ricker and her two children of Haverhill visit Mr and Mrs Paul Atwood in Sudbury. Gutta Lawon of Dorchester, who spent last summer at the Swedish Tavern, arrived last week with the family of Mr and Mrs George Adame at Jaffrey New Hampshire.
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