Blocking for 500000 volunteers for duty in Civil War 1864
The note references mass conscription in 1864 seeking 500000 volunteers for Civil War service and marks the first numbers drawn for American and National Army lotteries in 1917.
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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1937
Page
4
The note references mass conscription in 1864 seeking 500000 volunteers for Civil War service and marks the first numbers drawn for American and National Army lotteries in 1917.
A fragmented passage honors a local figure described as a truly great presence. It notes devotion, grandeur, and duties fulfilled, mentioning Kenneth and Mr Strayton in a retirement or acknowledgment context. The text hints at heritage and community memory.
The Concord Literature Committee hosted a Monday afternoon reading at Mrs William Werth's home. The King's Daughters conducted their flower mission and many residents traveled to Boston for distributions to the ill and confined.
The Little Shop Concord opened July 12 at 24 Martin under the continued usefulness of peace. Kean and Julie L run a consign ment shop with entrances for both antique and modern articles. Sheffield silver, Canton china, Sandwich glass and coral displays are offered along with an Old English gateleg table and a Korean chest. Clothing is sold, and a larger stock is expected by September 1.
Announcement from Norman MacDow and Migs declares the opening of the Secret Garden Nursery and Kindergarten at 16 Sudbury Road Concore. Details mention payable money and potential events at Pan's Knoll Camp Goose Rock's Beach Maine.
At the Churches no help needed. Rev W F Nosky pastor. Daily Masses 7 a m. First Tuesday of the month Masses at 5 30 a m and 7 a m. Benediction Sunday afternoon at 5 p m.
Rev. William H. Finnick and Rev. George F. Mulcahey lead Sunday Masses at 7 a.m. 8 15 a.m. and 10 a.m. Benediction after the late Mass. First Friday Masses at 6 45 a.m. Holy Communion at 7 30 a.m. First Friday devotion at 7 46 p.m. Weekday Masses at 7 and 7 30 a.m.
Morning service listed for Sunday July 18 at 9 30 a m features a sermon by Rev R Cliot Marshal of Lexington with a morning prayer observance.
Sunday services at 10 45 with Sunday School also at 10 45 Testimonial Meeting Wednesdays at 7 46 in the church edifice Hours from 2 to 5 p m on weekdays except holidays The lesson sermon on Life will be read in Churches of Christ Scientist worldwide with Bible passages from Luke Romans and a passage from Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy A public notice of the lecture and readings is included in the church program
Walden Street service at 10.45 A M Sunday July 18 features Rev Edward P Daniels of First Parish delivering The City of Refuge. West Concord Union Church holds 10.46 A.M. Sunday service with the theme God Loves.
OCR fragment references a Tuesday 7.30 PM time and a statement about not destroying but some action, unreadable specifics prevent full reconstruction.
Congregational Sunday services are cancelled on July 18 at 7:30 PM. A Bible Study and Prayer Meeting will be held afterward at the usual venue.
The Concord playground season began on Tuesday July 6 drawing a very large crowd of children. Programs include tournaments in a point system with weekly activity variety and many pupils excel. Fire and Water Departments coordinate hose demonstrations for cooling afternoons, aiding attendance during hot weather.
Amateur astronomers are urged to dust off their telescopes and observe Jupiter as it reaches opposition. The great planet will rise after sunset, climb to the meridian near midnight, and set in the west around 3 a.m. from Sagittarius. This closest approach offers the longest view, revealing Jupiter’s moons and cloud bands.
Miss Mary Coyne of 258 Main Street West Concord is spending a two month vacation at Amisquam with her parents Mr and Mrs Thomas Coyne enjoying seaside leisure and rest.
A brief report notes weather conditions and swimming lessons requirements. The piece outlines outdoor activity viability and safety rules for participants.
The wedding of Miss Lillian Pekkala and Lauri Pekkala occurred at the bride’s home at four o'clock Sunday afternoon with relatives present from Waltham and nearby towns. Bride wore white embroidered satin gown with tulle veil. maid of honor wore aqua mousseline. best man was Lauri’s brother. Guests included officials and neighbors. couple to reside at 143 Riverview Avenue, Waltham after a Maine honeymoon.
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