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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1947
Page
5
Disjointed notes discuss six months of training at Camp Knox Kentucky and church attendance by young men. The piece shifts to elections and presidential choices for 193? with speculation on Landon, party traditions, and possible four year terms.
Elder statesman Bernie Baruch describes the cold war as a war of nerves and labor influence in Europe with Soviet, Axis and Western covert activity. Senator Brewster investigates the Middle East oil shortage as a possible setup to justify imports and protect oil interests.
A late stage battle over extending the life of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation left veterans loans authority out of the measure. Key allies included John Sparkman and Burnet Maybank, while Jesse Wolcott led Republican opposition. Senate figures Buck Capehart and Flanders faced stiff House resistance amid private talks.
A house subcommittee drafts a reform for courts martial proposing enlisteds sit on courts for fellow G I s when defense requests it. It requires one third participation with a two thirds vote for sentence and would remove the judge advocate from the normal chain of command while navy justice remains unaddressed amid secrecy over a Little court martial.
Weekend crowds flood Walden Pond bathing resorts with the pond’s protection under Middlesex County Commissioners. Supervisors report only one distress call amid thousands of swimmers while noting the $28,300 budget for safety and cleanup. The site, tied to Henry David Thoreau and Emerson kin, remains a public shrine with trusteeship by the Middlesex County Commissioners.
Concord residents report Willow Rebekah Lodge members planning a weenie roast for next month with date and details to be announced. Andrew C. Baggensen of Lowell Road retires after 36 years as an upholsterer to focus on cabinet making. Mrs Billa Ritchell of Brooklyn spends her annual Concord vacation. Henry J. M. Helsher of Lowell Road resumes duties at the Concord Post Office after a motor tour.
Acton golfers and near-golfers are urged to enter the first Acton Championship Golf Tournament at Maynard Country Club on August 2. Plans include a post round dinner for participating players and their wives. Those interested should contact Gates, Stoler, Wilson, Croft, or other organizers in Maynard.
An urging advertisement promotes U S Savings Bonds as the best long term investment option. It emphasizes safety reliability and potential for growth appealing to cautious savers and families. The simple message frames bonds as practical financial security.
A Concord Massachusetts editor prints letters from readers. William F Hallisey Commander Veterans of Foreign Wars thanks the paper for coverage of local veterans events in July 1947. Mary F Garvey expresses gratitude for a retirement tribute from former students and the community, noting renewed faith in youth and future teachers.
Delegates from Concord joined the state convention in Boston with Commander Hutchinson as leader. Attendees included James Alexander, John K. Damon, and alternates J. Hayes David B. Wilene and Frank J. McLaughlin. Also part of the Concord parade were Alexander MacEachern James N. Berry Bernard J. ty and E. Monm along with Cecile Berry Roberta Pellendini and Eileen Finigan.
Three year old Concord Jeanne Clark, daughter of Mr and Mrs Varidever Doty of Laurelstet, marked her third birthday last Thursday with her younger brother Clark.
An Army display at Lawton's Concord showcases U S Air Force courses and Army equipment for service members seeking high school or college diplomas. Tech Sgt Truman M Briggs and Master Sgt William Tatler of Stow lead the recruiting effort at Elks Hall Main Street inviting inquiries about enlistment.
The Concord Red Cross swimming class closes Friday morning at 10 oclock at Walden Pond. For five weeks Mrs John J Fallon acted as Water Safety Committee chairman supervising the sessions led by head instructor Miss Jean Denion of Lincoln. Children from Concord West Concord the Actons Bedford and Lincoln will participate in progress exhibits.
The family of Mr and Mrs Lemual Small of 37 Stow Street returned home last week after a two weeks vacation by motor to Niagara Falls and upper New York. Michael Diskin son of Mr and Mrs Martin J Diskin of Sudbury Road has been with his grandparents Mr and Mrs Michael J Ryan of Lowell Road. Mrs Augusta Heyliger Foss of 2 Thoreau Street has moved in to the restore at 9 Thorest Street and Mr Rudolph W Currier and family now live at 255 Main Street. Martin Coyne high school youth son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Coyne of 258 Main Street is ill in a Boston hospital. Joseph Coyne of Washington DC has been visiting Mr Coyne's family at 239 Main Street while on vacation.
Willis Pearson, a recent high school graduate, worked at the Concord Post Office during the summer months and planned to attend Boston University.
Rev D H Fenn will be guest minister at First Parish church on Sunday July 27. Born in Chicago he trained at Harvard Divinity School and served at All Souls Augusta Taunton Chestnut Hill and later led the American Unitarian Association ministry. He has held national denominal roles and served in England as exchange minister.
The Bedford A L Auxiliary earned a $54.45 cash prize after a high score of 83 on last Wednesday’s Quizzing The Wives. Bedford teams led the weekly points with contestants Mrs. Charles F. Murray, Mrs. Mary McMahon, Mrs. Elinor W. Lamoreaux, and Mrs. Maynard Joy appearing on WNAC from 10:00 to 10:18 a.m. The show is sponsored by Boston Consolidated Gas Company and hosted by quizmaster Lester Smith, with the Jackpot of the Week awarded to the high scoring team.
Mrs. Ralph Bennett and family hosted Miss Alice Parmenter’s guests. Patricia Bancroft Alice Walls Barbera Pickesgill returned from a Girls Scout camp in Ossipee New Hampshire. Carol Guild vacationed in Ashby Massachusetts with a 4 H group. Sudbury youths joined Snow’s Day Camp in Wayland Ann Griswold Barbara Cahill Eddie Mc Chips Dunsford and To Cahill participated. Mrs. Forest Bradshaw and others toured Canada Maritime Provinces led by Gertrude Halloran. A Sudbury Congregational group of ten attended Northfield Summer Conference led by Beverly Giles Janet Hubbard and others. Mrs. George J. Raymond hosted a Friday Bridge Club with N T Loring winning first prize and Henry Eaton taking consolation.
Miss Winifred Galaghan takes a temporary position with Gina & Co while on vacation from Simmons College. The assignment aligns with her field of study and runs through the school break, offering practical experience and industry exposure.
Two arrangements at the Goodnow Library, prepared by Garden Club president Mrs Richard F R Kidwell, impressed visitors this weekend. Sweetpeas of many hues were used and arranged with marked skill and artistry.
Miss Margaret Burke participates in a summer vacation program at a Holiday House Camp in Milford New Hampshire.
Maynard St. Casimir's Church located on Great Road serves Rev. F. S. Miaskiewicz D. C. L. as pastor. Sunday masses are at 8 and 10, weekdays at 8. Confessions are on Saturday at 3 and 7 o'clock.
St John s Evangelical Lutheran Church lists English service at 9 30 a m and Finnish service at 10 45 a m on Sunday July 27 with a Luther League outing to W Freemans cottage Lake Boone. Finnish Mission Congregational Church notes mid week service July 24 and no evening service July 27. Sunday school outing July 26 to Benson s Wild Animal Farm Hudson NH with chartered buses for parents to ensure children attend.
Union and Methodist services will be held each Sunday in July at 10 45 a m with Rev Norman MacLean preaching at Union Church. The schedule pairs the two churches for worship during the month.
Sudbury First Parish Church announces that Dan Aaronne Fenn, former minister of Ephurchs i mee Hill, will be rector of the United American Unitarian Association ministry. The service is Sunday at 11 a.m. with a community Sunday school at 11 a.m. for children up to 12 in the vestry. All are invited.
The First Parish Unitarian church in Stow will hold its last Sunday morning service on July 27 before a summer recess until September. The gap covers the church’s regular weekend worship schedule.
Morning sermon by Minister Reverend James V. Miller at Union Evangelical Church Stow at 10 45 a m Sunday school omitted until September.
Mr and Mrs Charles P Mann of Wakefield purchase the home of Mr and Mrs Charles Merrill on the North road. They and their children will occupy the house. A Bedford American Legion Auxiliary group traveled to Boston for a radio program. Mrs Charlene F McMahan and Mrs Maynard H Joy participated. Mrs Charles S Hume led arrangements. William A Foley of the First U S Civil Service announced open competitive exams for architect positions with salaries from 3397 to 5905. No written test required. ratings based on qualifications. Mr and Mrs George D Fraser vacation in Nova Scotia visiting Fraser relatives. The Elm Street duplex of the late Antoinette Straw sold to Mr and Mrs Stanley W Carpenter.
A note lists church events for July and August including union services at Trinity and First Parish with sermons by Rev. Morris R and Rev. Bradford. Also mentions Gospel readings, Bible verses, and a Reading Room exhibit on science and right living.
Odd court report notes four prisoners faced delays and a lengthy process as officers attempted to relocate them. A brief mention suggests a postposed proceeding and uncertain luck in handling the group.
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