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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1936
Page
3
Thomas F Harris aged 27 of Belmont died Sunday evening in a car accident while riding in a car with his wife two sisters in law. The group planned to enjoy a supper in Stow.
A damaged OCR item notes a five room suite in West Acton House with all rooms, mentions a niece three six or seven room apart, and references I M Littlefield and a broker appointment on 30 travel W Medford. The fragmentary text limits clarity on exact facts.
Stow Center residents found Harris at a park then medical examiner Dr I Arm strong ordered removal to his Belmont home for funeral services the next morning with burial at Immaculate Conception cemetery Marlboro. Harris, born in Marlboro, was the son of the late Timothy Harris and Julia Barry Harris and had lived in Belmont over twenty years as a Board of Health agent.
A Sudbury River weekend accident claimed the life of Thurber born January 7 1916 in Canada. He recently graduated from a team at the Penn Relays and was a Watertown High School 1935 graduate. he was part of the school’s best track squad.
First Parish in Concord announces Reverend Edward P Daniels will attend and speak on the subject In Defense Greatness. The service will feature equal music.
The text humorously classifies people into three groups by eating tools: one third use a knife and fork, another third use chopsticks, and the final third stab at their food with a Sagere, a misrendered utensil.
West Concords Children's Day celebration drew a large congregation as the senior and junior choirs performed under Parker. Superintendent George C. Manter presided while Rev Turner delivered the children's sermon and diplomas were awarded to graduates across the Primary and Beginners departments along with the Cradle Roll.
The British Naval and Military Veterans Association of Massachusetts held its 27th anniversary parade on Sunday watched by large crowds. Delegations from the United States Marine Corps and United States Navy joined the event to honor two British soldiers buried at the Old Bridge.
Corinthian Lodge A Farr A IM held its final meeting of the season in the Masonic Temple Monday evening. A large turnout attended the annual supper served to follow at 7 o'clock. Worshipful Master Ralph Hemenway presided.
Mrs. Gerald Henderson and Harry B Snelling win the championship in mixed doubles at Concord Country Club. The event crowned the season’s top doubles team in a competitive tennis final.
Two athletes, Cullinane and a teammate, scored two points each as Concord athletes competed on the pointe, reporting a tight display of balance and precision.
The decree requires every drink served in Nice cafes to display exact quantity on glass or cup including whisky and tea. Cafe owners worry the precise measures may deter customers as they see how much they have imbibed.
The heaviest snowfall in the United States is recorded in the central Sierra Nevada of California with season totals exceeding 700 inches in some cases though precise locality cannot be named.
Concord high school won 49 2 5 to 27 3 45 in nine events on Emerson Playground last Wednesday. Hart led with wins in the dash es and broad jump and ran on the winning relay, totaling 16 1 4 points. Five men tied for first in the high jump, three from Concord.
In the championship mixed doubles at Concord Country Club Mrs. Charles G. Edgarton and Kenneth L. Hayes defeated Mr. and Mrs. Alexander A. Cameron 9 7, 6 2 to advance.
The Concord Country club qualified round began Saturday with scores led by Sumner P Bodfish 76 and John B Buttrick 76. Other notable scores included Andrew Hepburn 81 and Ben L Wilson 88 with many players in the 80s and 90s.
The Concord Grange hosts a competition night with Pinehurst Grange of Billerica Sterling Grange of Somerville and Waltham Granges showcasing acts. Somerville Grange is judged the winner by Herman Schofield Mary Lord and Mr Cunningham.
The article notes Halifax and St Johns adopting a commercial vibe while Acadia and Grand Pré retain historic echoes. It highlights the Evangeline country with a cross of foundation stones marking the old church cemetery, Evangeline's Well, and the priest's garden remains. A memorial chapel replicates the original frame building, funded by Acadians across the continent.
A local clipping describes Harold as the smallest adult man, claiming he fits inside a silk hat. It notes his strong health and full mental faculties, listing his 12 inch stature and travels around the world since 1903, including performances and royal appearances.
Mrs Ernest Pringle hosts a Thursday afternoon sale with tea and a table of aprons and fancy work as an extra feature. She entertains her sister Mrs Robert Lang of Greenwich Rhode Island and will attend the graduation of her namesake niece Miss Alison Hume at Methuen High School on June 11.
The Harvard Club of Concord gathered at the Concord Country Club with about fifty alumni in attendance for the annual dinner. Edward F. Loughlin served as toastmaster and guest Anson W. Belling, the new Concord Journal editor, spoke briefly. Officers were elected and a $400 scholarship fund was approved for a deserving freshman.
The First Church of Christ Scientist in Concord announces Sunday services at 45 Sun Reading Room hours are 2 to 5 pm on weekdays excepted. The Lesson Sermon topic is God the Preserver of Man with Isaiah 41 10 as Golden Text. The Bible readings include Luke 4 38 40 and discuss healing and faith through Science and Health.
Parents and friends of Miss Mary Lothrop’s piano pupils attended a recital Friday evening June 5 at the church auditorium, which was filled to capacity.
The W. Concord Union Church in West Concord Massachusetts lists morning worship on Sunday June 14 1946 with Rev Frederick Reed of Fall River preaching The Church School annual Children s Party is set for Saturday afternoon
West Concord residents seeking Scout cookies should reach any local Girl Scout or call 325 R for arranging orders and pickup.
Sunday events in Concord feature the Emerson Society picnic at the Bullet Hole House and multiple graduations including David Williams of Concord from Governor Dummer Academy and Mary Williams Sheehan from Regis College. Other notes mention the West Concord Women's Club June 18 card party and upcoming baccalaureate sermons.
Shirley Durand headlines a blue ribbon win at West Concord with her entry drawing praise. The notice notes her family and mentions a Maynard store promotion and an advertisement for a new idea.
Mrs Helen Lane Blanchard of Concord widow of Wells Blanchard married Capt W Bruce Pirnie formerly of Springfield last Wednesday night at Lieut Col James M Harvard home. They will reside in Concord after the ceremony in 1915.
The Concord Rotary Club held its annual Ladies Night at the Mill Dam Tea Room last Thursday with President KE Payson presiding. Members entertained their wives daughters and sweethearts and a tea in charge provided the entertainment.
Hawthorne Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star will host a bridge party and luncheon led by Worthy Matron Mrs. Cornelia M. Lawrence. The event will be served at noon with J.oe Nelson as committee chair in Masonic Concord.
A state address lists a young woman named Mase ties Witham as well trained for general housework. The notice outlines family duties and wages.
A kitchen instruction lists how to simmer and shred chicken for stock then serve in stock or over lettuce. It also offers sandwich fillings with chopped chicken or ham, fish, sardines, eggs, cream cheese, vegetables, and spreads for varied rolls and breads.
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