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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1944
Page
4
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The article notes General MacArthur’s renewed push in the Pacific as American forces advance toward Biak and the Philippines. It cites spokesman statements on advances in New Guinea and the Philippines, with figures on enemy losses and territorial gains, and contrasts American strength with civilian resilience and abundance at home.
Sudbury community highlights Captain John Shade Franklin at Cushing Hospital and his Army Chaplain life. Firefighters prevented a blaze at Chester Lowell’s Peakham Road home. Local guests, scout parades, and school news reflect community activity and honors across Sudbury.
Concord Red Cross Chapter announces its 19th consecutive season of swimming classes at Lake Walden. Classes start soon after school ends and run for five weeks with an instructor corps to be announced. Lincoln and Acton chapters join Concord for this course.
Concord announces the engagement of Miss Anne Ingersoll Edwards to John Milligan Winsor USMCR. Edwards is a Junior League member and Concord Academy graduate. Winsor, a Middlesex School graduate and three-sport star, is the son of Alexander and . Winsor of Weston.
Victory gardeners and others may have surplus seeds or seedlings to share. The Free Public Library at Tel 209 lists names of people with surplus to register donors and receivers, aiming to keep garden material from going to waste.
An archival note recalls a prehistoric sea in the central plains where sharks roamed before the land changed, leaving cattle grazing in the now dry region.
A reader explains why sugar allotments were changed for home canning. Two application periods are set: June 1 to July 31 and August 1 to October 31. Each person may receive up to 25 pounds, but readers are urged to request only what they truly need and not to apply if no canning will occur.
A memorial verse recalls a December farewell at a grave where loved ones place flowers. It honors a brave life sacrificed for others and speaks of a future reunion, peace, and the Angel of Peace guiding souls to a land without strife.
Concord notes from the 4th Company highlight Memorial Day activities including escorts to the colors by the company and Veterans organizations. The 28rd Infantry Band led the parades with ex-members of the Concord Legion Band assisting. The Regimental Band played a heavy program. Captain Drury’s unit is busy with typhoid vaccination and smallpox immunization for camp. Hamilton C. Perkins of North Sudbury enlisted, fourth member from that district and third 17-year-old. Buy war bonds and stamps.
Herbert W. Martin signs a public appeal urging patriotism and neighborly conduct. The board chairman invites community support and reflection on shared civic duties.
A well attended Concord High School Court of Honor featured speeches by Capt Fraser Leith Jr on furlough from the Pacific and Capt John E Conley recovering from air service in Europe. Awards covered Second and First Class Pins, Merit Badges, Star Scouts and top honors Life Scout Maxwell Lawrence and Bronze Palm Edward Damon.
Concord notes the Fourth Company marching with the British, Naval, and Military Veterans Association of Massachusetts for the 35th annual North Bridge pilgrimage. It marks the first time as the State Guard serves this duty, with Company H having done so in past years. After the parade, refreshments were served in the Armory by the Concord MWDC. The D-Day news underscores vigilance as guardsmen balance work with the potential for call to duty to protect the area from reprisals or sabotage.
Concord Firemen at West and Central stations held recent drills led by Fire Chief Harry E. Tuttle. Pilgrim Chapel on Thoreau Street announces Sunday evening services on June 11. Concord Lions Club meets June 13 at Old Mill Dam tea room with annual officer nominations and summer activity plans. J. Clifford Geer, ex Concord High principal and Army Air Corps veteran, has joined Plymouth Public Schools as a teacher.
The final meeting of the spring season of Walden Royal Arch Chapter O was held at Masonic Temple after degree sessions led by Edmund L. French and staff. Upcoming events include the September annual meeting and a June Confraternity gathering at St Bernard's lower church. Four Concord High players join the Lincoln Mohawks for semi pro ball this season. Children's Sunday is set for June 11 at West Concord Union Church with a 10 45am service, and summer schedule begins June 18 with 9 42am worship.
Heat waves drive townspeople and visitors to Lake Walden and nearby resorts for cooling. The report notes crowded scenes at Memorial Hall events, a planned M quid Sportsmen's Club meeting on June 6, and a Nurses' Aid course starting July 1 at Emerson H. Details mention instructor Elizabeth ander and contact Henry M. Keyes.
The June meeting of the Minute Man Chapter D VI Association is set for night June 13. Commander Kiam T McCarthy of Edward McKenna 45 road, longtime resident and registrar board chairman, celebrated a birthday. Also noted are Concord Knights of Columbus and Concord State Guard planning drills at State Armory Emerson ground with Capt Burlel Pratt in charge and outdoor activities if permitted. The Concord State Guard plans to attend a camp at South Ham starting July 16.
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