Military Draft Reforms Ease Standards and Absent Duty Grants
Reports indicate many registrants marked Class 6 were advanced to Class 1 after examinations last week. A notable shift in Washington orders has allowed men with minor physical defects to be accepted for service. The district Medical Advisory Board will reexamine registrants at Deaconess Hospital in Concord.
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Vel 1
Washington
Board of the District
Deaconess Hospital
Concord
Magnetic Healer McCormick Aids Hudson Woman
Mr. Thomas McCormick of Maynard treated Mrs. Thornton of Hudson for facial nerve pain described as ten years of suffering. After several sessions she reported complete relief and regained full use of her limbs. Bonafide medical claims noted by Mr. Madden and others.
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Finnerty
Hudson
McCormick
McGor
Finner
Madden
Mily
Senora TI
McCorhis
Marlboro
McCormichime
McH
Starting Plants Before Frost Danger in Southern Areas
Prepared by the United States Department for Agriculture this guide advises starting crops early using shallow boxes in a south window, hotbeds or cold frames, and fresh manure heated beds. It covers bed depth, heating methods, ventilation, watering, hardening off, transplant timing, and careful ground setting to prevent wilting and ensure strong root development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department For Agriculture
Lado
Drainage for Swamp Lands in humid regions promises crops
United States Department describes large swamp tracts across many states that could yield crops and meat to feed soldiers if properly drained. It notes soil is productive, but lack of drainage prevents profitability and asset value, with some owners eager to drain while others oppose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department
Raise More Poultry War Aid Message
Uncle Sam urges doubling poultry and egg production to support the war effort. The campaign stresses earlier chick development, mature birds, and pullets laying infertile eggs, aiming to save food valued at about 15 million dollars next season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
Field Pea As Forage Crop Feature
The United States Department notes field peas, known locally as the Canadian, are among spring crops. They require cool growing conditions, provide forage and may serve as a vegetable, with suitability across northern regions and parts of the Rocky Mountain area.
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United States
United States Department
U.S
Rocky Mountain
Soil Robbers Threaten Rich Farmland Regions
Fragmentary notice describes farmers turned soil robbers targeting grain prices and tempting theft of crops replacing feed. Mentions good cattle sheep and remaining soil resources amid economic pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onc
Straw Back on Fields Creates Humus Goal
Fragmentary text notes straw returning to fields to form humus. Mentions farmer aiming to improve soil. Details are unclear but focus remains on field management and organic buildup.
Wife of Frances Urao Dies of Tuberculosis in City
Urao of 17 Granit Street died Friday from tuberculosis. Funeral held Sunday at St Bridget's Church with Rev John J McHugh officiating. She was 17, new to the city from Italy, and married the sweetheart of her homeland. her death saddened Italian residents and neighbors who knew the story.
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Urao
Frances‘co. Urao
Granit St
St. Bridget’s Church
John
J. McHugh
Italy
Married in Walnut Street Mission Church
David John Mattila of Fitchburg and Martha Mankinen of Butler Avenue were married Saturday evening at the Walnut Street Mission church. Rev. John Vanaanta officiated. Attendants included friends from Fitchburg New Ipswich N H and Maynard. Mrs Mattila teaches in the Walnut Street church Sunday school. They will reside in Fitchburg after a brief wedding tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David John Mattila
Fitchburg
Martha ‘Mankinen
Butler, Ave
Walnut St
John Vanaanta
New Ipswich
N. H
Maynard
Mattila
Maynard Delegation Attends Hudson Lodge Meeting
A Maynard delegation attended Hudson lodge B P O Elks meeting in Hudson last night. The initiatory degree was worked on a class of candidates and a collation was served. Charles Dyson was elected exalted ruler, Howard Case trustee for three years, and William Stockwell lecturer.
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Maynard
Hud ‘Son Lodge
Hudson
Charles Dyson
Howard Case
William Stockwell
Generous Offer To Plant Pines From State Foresters
State Foresters offer white and Scotch pine stock four year old at a low price per thousand plus expressage. Limited to 1000 to 10000 trees per person. Spacing options 6 or 8 feet yield about 1210 to an acre. two men plant 600 to 1000 trees daily. Apply to Albert Coughlan Summersr local gypsy moth superintendent.
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Bane
Albert Coughlan
Walnut Street Mission marks 13th anniversary with services
The Walnut Street Mission church observes its 13th anniversary with services next Sunday at 10 am 3 40 pm and 6 30 pm Rev Alexander Kukko of Worcester will assist and Dr Emrich of Boston was invited Delegates from Finnish societies in Maynard and New England towns expected to attend A parish reunion of St Bridget's church planned for April 18 at Colonial Hall A Red Cross benefit play slated for Colonial Hall in early April Private Michael Lynch of Camp Devens Replacement Detachment overseas arrival at the periodical store on upper Main Street Lena Johnson helping at Fullerton hat shop during spring rush
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Walnut St. Mission Church
Alexander Kukko
Worcester
Emrich
Boston
Maynard
New England
St. Bridget’s Church
Colonial Hall
Red Cross
Michael
iLbynch
Upper Main St
Co. 1
Camp Devens
Lena Johnson
Fullenton
For Sale Clean Jersey Holstein Cow and Calf
FOR SALE A nice young cow Jersey and Holstein cross due this week on her third calf price 110 H W Bursaw Fletchers Corner South Acton Mass WANTED A table girl and a kitchen girl Apply at 57 Nason st Maynard Mass
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Fletchers Corner
South Acton
Mass
Nason St
Maynard
Flag raised at church replaced after nine months
West Acton notes the flag hanging from the Baptist church belfry was torn and taken down last week. Hazelton Perkins has been very ill and nearly Pneumonia. He is improving. W J Benere has resumed his duties as rural mail carrier.
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Baptist Church
Hazelton Perkins
W. J. Benere
Bedford Wheat Saving Exhibit Adigates Public Meeting
The Bedford exhibit is on display in two windows at Mr Chase's drug store and Miss C P Webber will speak at the town hall in March. The open meeting, hosted by the Public Safety committee, aims to stress the importance of wheat saving to all residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Notice of Administrator for John Chenis Estate
Adolph Adamonis appointed administrator of the estate of John Chenis of Maynard Middlesex who died intestate. Creditors must present claims and debtors must pay the estate to the law firm Juggins Murphy at 308 mer Boston. March 5, 19 6-13-20.
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John Chenis
Maynard
County of
Middlesex
Adolph Adamonis, Adin
de Wilson
Juggins & Murphy
Mer
Boston
West Acton Town Meeting Minutes Detail Budget and Elections
The annual town meeting at Acton Hall Monday saw a modest turnout. Moderator Allen B. Parker presided as budget items were listed for schools hydrants and other services while three extra school committee seats were approved. Town officers were elected by ballot, including Horace F. Tuticle as town clerk and Charles J. Holton as assessor. A bountiful Grange dinner followed the proceedings.
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Allen B. Parker
Toads
Lowell
Daoderator
Parker
Horace F. Tutithe
Charles J. Holton
James, B. Tuttle
Williamh. Kingsley
Warren ‘H. Jone
Charles J.holton
Frans W. Holt
Arthur M., Whitcomb
John T. McNiff
Oliver D. Wood
James N. Berry
Hollis F. ‘Leach
Hollis F. Leach
Charles J. ‘Holton
W. H. Jones
William H. Kingsley
Asaph Merriam
Horace F. Tuttle
Arthur M. Whitcomb
Acton Grange
O’glock
Grange
Widow Mrs. Houghton Dies in Toledo
Mrs. John R. Houghton widow of the late John R. Houghton aged nearly 82 died at her daughter Mrs. M. Baker in Toledo early Monday February 25. Remains were brought to the home of Hobere and Mead Thursday for funeral services led by Rev. L. G. Morris. Interment followed at Mt. Hope cemetery with bearers including M. O. Baker and John H.
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John R. Houghton
John’ R. Houghton
M. OQ. Baker
Toledo
Mt. Hope Cemetery
M. O. Baker
John H
Family Birthday Gathering At Newton Home
Mrs Mary Clark and her daughter visited Newton for a family gathering at HE W Clark's home in honor of the former's birthday on the 29th. Detroit residents Mr and Mrs Clark also attended. Joseph H Reed demonstrator at the Boston auto show this week.
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Mary ‘Clark
Ww. Clark
Newton
Darah Woyea
Clark
Detroit
Mich
Joseph H. Reed
Boston
Universalist Society Holds Annual Men’s Supper
The Universalist society’s annual men’s supper was held Thursday evening in an ome format, with about 125 attendees enjoying cold salads escalloped potatoes rolls pies and coffee. Mrs. William Sintle supervised the supper and after with a three act play from the South Acton Boy Scouts titled Too Clever By Half was well presented.
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the Universalist Society
William Sintle
South Acton
Bliss Wedding Glitters With Generous Gifts
Mr and Mrs Philip Bliss share a wedding day noted on Feb 86 amid frail health. The couple received a generous sum of gold and other floral tokens from grateful givers.
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Philip H. Bliss _ obars
Pule Meena
Milk Route Change Reads Like Local Trade Note
The article notes a milk route transfer to Walter Moor and his team with Marek and Mr. Hayward moving into a vacated tenement formerly occupied by Mrs. Mary Stevens. The milk delivery will continue on its regular route.
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Walter Moor
Oftow
Marek
Hayward
Emily
Mary Stevens
RARTIST CHURCH AUT0 SHOW NOTES
A fragment reports a church event with prayer meeting details and an auto show reference. Names and exact times are unclear. Further text is needed to confirm participants and schedule.
Local Notables and Visits Highlight Week in Town
Willie Smiley of Boston visits home. Mrs. Edith Woodward of Boston stays with friends. Camp Devens and Boxboro residents make moves. a newborn son to Mr. and Mrs. Mare. Ben Hayward relocates to a farm in Boxboro. Local service members and residents share news of travel, work, and illness. Postcards from Misses Fanny and Nellie Wetherbee show St Petersburg Florida.
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Willie Smiley
Boston
Edith ‘Woodward
W. C-T
Kesday Ai
M. E. Wood
H. Wesley
Camp Devens
Daniel Mare
M. O. . Bakér Ant Pwite
Toledo
Benjamin
Hayward
Boxboro
Lowell H. Cram
Headquarters Co
55Th’ Regt
Fort Andrews
Althea Richardson
Boxbor Tame
Clinton Pains
St. Petersburg
Fiat
Jas
Mometer
Harry Bresth
Ani
Héria
Esse
Eitis
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C. F. Hall
Uspices
Glendale St
United
Garden Royal Farm
Garden Royal
Massachusetts
Royal Dairy
Massachusetts Dairy Bureau
Et Royal Farm
Agostino Visocchi
North Sudbu
Dairy Bureau’ of Massachusetts Board of Agriculture
Agostino’ Visocchi
Charles’ Visocchi
Joseph Visocchi
Charles Visocchi
P. Mss Harwood
Dairy Bureau
State House
Garden Royal Dairy
North
Sudbury
West Acton
Dieq
Rartist Church
C. E
G. M
Emily Louise Nagle
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