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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1961
Page
6
Emerson Hospital carried out a Thursday simulated disaster drill with about 50 doctors nurses students and staff responding to alarm. The exercise mimicked a Boston disaster with victims needing trauma care offering trained personnel ready to handle real emergencies.
A Roxborough town hall meeting discussed forming a local historical society with strong initial interest. Temporary officers named include Berda Treyz as chairman, Mrs Myers, George Robinson, Mrs Eloise Schad, and Thomas Morse. The next meeting is set for August 14.
West Concord announces that Johansen known as Normie will operate the new Esso station on Main Street beside the West Concord Fire Station. Official opening with a Friday ribbon cutting and Aug 4 promotions offer a six pack Coca Cola carton for purchases of $2 or more, containing prize entry forms due by Aug 12.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Axtell of New York City visit Sudbury and learn their ancestors were early settlers. A memorial stone honoring the Axtell family stands on the lawn near the First Parish Church in Sudbury Center.
Concord announces the engagement of Susan Lucille Cataldo to William H. Johansen Jr. Susan, daughter of Mr and Mrs Alfred Cataldo of Winthrop, attended Winthrop High and earned cum laude from Boston University College of Business Administration. William, a 1949 Concord High graduate, Mass Military Academy alum, and National Guard captain, studies at Boston University College of Liberal Arts.
Acton Lions Club sponsored Acton-Hunt Bros. Royal International Circus drew all ages to ABRHS ball field for two performances after a 7 a.m. arrival. Spectators watched workers and animal trainers help erect the tent and midway, with elephants aiding in moving gear before afternoon and evening shows. The act included clowns, trapeze, ponies, dogs, elephants, and other animals before a parade, then moved on to Littleton for the next day’s performances.
A public notice encouraging citizens to invest in U S Savings Bonds to support national financing. It urges individuals to purchase bonds as a patriotic and practical savings instrument.
Dr Norman Crawford from Jacksonville University spoke on Rotary in the Orient and Tokyo convention, tracing Rotary’s 1905 start to the 1961 Tokyo event. He cited 93 million in Japan and 600 million in Red China as part of Asia’s vast population and noted Tokyo’s 9 million people and 16 000 Japanese Rotarians attended by royal guests. The gathering highlighted Rotary’s global reach and education in Japan, with 23 400 convention registrations and English education emphasis. The meeting welcomed Nicholas M Delaney back, with fall conclave registrations announced and visitors from several clubs attending.
At the annual Concord Taxpayers Association meeting in the Concord Cooperative Bank room, directors Bushnell Houston Smith and Watriss were re-elected. Morton Baker was elected to fill a vacancy. Smith and Thomas were re-elected treasurer and clerk. President Ellis spoke on Concords growing tax rate and industrial growth versus residential development, with plans to invite members to future directors meetings. Wayne Homans was elected president and Loring as vice-president for the coming year.
Deb orah Kingman, daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Kingman of Sudbury Road, married David George Ormsby of Waterford New York at First Parish Concord. Ceremony featured Alencon lace, orchids and a reception at the parents’ home. The wedding party included Mrs William Beal Jr and Mrs William Kingman as bridesmaids, with Austin Frum as best man. The region’s post office plans note Concord area real estate roles and a shift toward private funds for modernization.
Current series on Wed evenings at Unitarian Universalist Church draws strong attendance. Last night featured Junior Choristers Hour recordings from Stoughton with clergy from Massachusetts churches and a social hour. Aug 2 will offer a sermon discussion led by Rev. Deane Starr with John Long as moderator. Future talks, worship, and a family picnic are planned through Aug 30.
South Acton student Brian Goodman son of Mr and Mrs Herbert A Goodman River Street is spending a month in Europe with Wesley Meigs of South Acton He is a member of the Acton Roxborough Regional High School class of 1962 and has visited Paris the Riviera and other points in France.
Civil Aeronauts announces a six day travel window with a 13 night stay for a low excursion fare to California and nearby states. The offer runs for a limited time with approval through December 15 and is expected to draw thousands of travelers. Peter Grimes notes strong inquiries and early impact on travel plans.
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