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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1947
Page
7
The inactive K of C five meets Our Lady’s quintet of Concord in a three game set beginning March 19 at 8 PM in Memorialee. A pregame event is scheduled at 7:30 PM. Strong rivalry anticipated as both teams prepare for the opener.
A stripper at a Indianapolis nightclub alleges a $40 purse theft during a performance. Police investigate after the incident in a Bookstage dressing room where she was performing.
Bain's squad edged Carlo Mariani's team 27 26 in a tense semi final as Captain Bain scored 16 and brother Jerry added 10 for the losers. Cartie Mariani led second with 10 points and George Howes added 13 as Team 1 advanced to the title game against Team 5.
The Maynard High School Intra-Mural Basketball League final features George Howes led team vs Bill Bain's squad Friday at 8. The finalists have advanced strongly and are evenly matched. A preliminary game starts at 7 with added entertainment and Dick Lawson as referee.
Al Cowles notes ongoing athletic activity in Mill Town. Billy Gallagher returns as Holy Cross mascot for national basketball bid, while spring football draws 70 candidates under Stan Bondelevitch. Dick Lawson fuels multiple sports initiatives and helps lead boys basketball and baseball programs.
Maynard Team edged Team 3 13-12 in Junior High intramural play. Team 1 defeated Team 2 11-6 while Clark led a 20-10 win for Team 1 over Team 3. Team 4 crushed Team 2 34-3 as Pete Stalker scored 18 points.
White Leghorns New Hampshire Barred Rocks White Rocks and Rhode Island Reds are the five most popular chicken breeds in the United States.
At the Lincoln town meeting in the Town hall an appropriation of 202,925 for 1947 exceeds 1946. The likely tax rate tops 34 per thousand from last year 28. Schools receive 66,488 while police and fire total 13,766 and highways 37,830.
The junior high Sai boxing tournament wraps with a closing championship at the George Washington auditorium under Stan Bondelevitch. Tonight’s card features a boxing gloves prize for the outstanding fighting youth and prizes for the best bouts, drawing large student turnout each Thursday night.
In Massachusetts the Senate received a five day extension request from Governor Bradford to study MDC waters legislation for Southboro and Marlboro. A Conservation Committee report rejected two fishing bills affecting streams feeding the Quabbin Reservoir, drawing dissent from Rep. Norman F. Wellen of Marlboro.
Governor Bradford proclaims March 10 to March 22, 1947 as American Legion membership period in Massachusetts. The document cites Legion aims to defend the Constitution, uphold democracy, assist veterans and dependents, and seeks public cooperation for increased membership during a postwar drive. Frederick W. Cook, secretary, signs the proclamation in Boston.
The annual birthday party of the United Work The Church of Christ was held in the vestry with lunch Wednesday. Forty attended. Mrs. Edward F. Pike hosted assisted by Mrs. James C. Richardson and Mrs. Robert E. Pike. The oldest present was Mrs. F. Belle Blake, 81, and the youngest was Martha Hammond.
The meeting led by Rev William Mack and Mrs Harold Wellington approved a March 17 workers supper hosted by several members. The kitchen and choir thanked, calendars for Easter service ordered, a Bible fund gift of 10 dollars set, and upcoming events on March 19 and March 25 noted with hostesses and locations.
Caspar J. Jenney Sr. of West Concord suffered bruises and strains when a Worcester Street Railway bus on Route 70 collided head on with a tree in Boylston last Sunday about 8 30. He was treated at home by Dr. John J. Berger after arriving back in West Concord. Two other passengers and the driver were injured.
The Concord chapter of the Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary will hold its monthly meeting at St Bernard's Church this evening at 7 30. Members are expected to attend as the gathering discusses church affairs.
Emerson Hospital appeals for support to fund a major rebuilding plan costing an estimated 465000 based on 1946 costs. President Harold Cabot stresses rising construction costs, seeking two thirds funding from state and federal grants under Burton Bill provisions.
Mr and Mrs Walter B Brolin entertained Miss Brolin and Miss Rutix Eriestson of Proctor Vermont at the Unifi Church on Wednesday March 1% with sewing and snacking.
The meeting in the Town presided by Commander Bart spoke on committees and donations. Officers for the committee were appointed and voted to support boys to the State event and to use funds for Mothers’ Night. | The Legion will meet April 8. James Jr. Banswag spoke on Boys’ State and a candidate will be sent if available.
Members of Bedford Women's Club on Hillside Avenue met Monday after a monthly gathering. Mrs Horace Teague chaired the business session while Mrs Smith and Mrs Emerson Rew Cross discussed plans. Tea was served by Mrs Haroli Ton and Mrs Nathaniels. next meeting announced.
A local club on Brown Street seeks a new name and updates to its single floor and one locker room near the piazza. Oliver William Joseph is mentioned in association with the venue.
The Maynard Licensing Board announces a hearing under Chapter 138 at 157 Main Street for a three story storage building. The notice states parties may object and participate in the Middlesex proceedings involving Joseph P. and Peter. The First Judge presides on this twenty seventh day in the year.
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