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Newspaper

Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1944

Page

2

Local Notices and Engagements Highlight Community Updates

Thomas Prosper receives appointment to Industrial Instructor 48 steam fireman after meeting requirements at Mass State Reform. George Ryen, son of Mr and Mrs Piya, is named Pica in ski troops at Hale Colorado. Maynard High School graduate Miyhard Miss Elin Swan announces engagement of niece Miss Anna Christine Raker. Ministers Association hosts supper and a Military Whist party planned at Masonic Hall with event details pending.

Thomas Pojon Mass Reforma West Concord Eorge Ryen A Piya Pica Hale Colo Maynard High School Miyhard Elin M. Swan Anna Christine A. Raker A. 8 Army Phew Ker Pvt. Raker

Recount Fails to Change City Election Result

The recount for the committee race at Town Hall Saturday afternoon did not alter the outcome. Byrne’s vote stayed at 494 and Wable retained his lead, confirming his election. The school board reorganized with Patrick McGrath as secretary replacing James J. Ledgatt.

Meynard Mets E Town Hall Josephine Byrne Wable Patrick McGrath Hannon A McGrath James J. Ledgatt Schoo ‘Board

Birthday Party For Child At 252 Great Road

A birthday celebration was held for a child at 252 Great Road on a Saturday afternoon. Nearby guests and the family included Mr. and Mrs. Veo and their 12th birthday girl. Attendees listed include May Stalker, Ann Thompson, Peggy Oates, Barbara Carlson, Jean Topper, Oll Lee Downey, Arlene Erick, and Gertrude Parker. Centerpiece included a pink birth cake and dancing with refreshments served by young friends.

Great Road Dianne Thos May Stalker Ann. Thompson Peggy © Oates Arhara. Carlson Jean Topper Ol. Lee. Downey Arlene Erick Gertrude Parker

Maynard Pfc Tolvio Renno Aho Healing in England Hospital

Pfc Tolvio Renno Aho, son of Antti Aho of Marlboro Street, was wounded in B's hostilities and is convalescing at a U S Army hospital in England. He was recently visited by screen actor George Raft.

Maynard Tolvio Renno Aho Antti Aho Marlboro Street England George Ratt

Kiwi appears grounded after wingless bird incident

A cryptic note from a New Zealand zoo describes a kiwi who cannot fly, being kept indoors as a winged species remains unable to take flight. The report emphasizes the bird's condition and containment for safety.

Maynard Red Cross War Fund Drive Progress

Maynard volunteers press house to house canvassing as the ARC War Fund drive nears its half way mark. Mrs. Mahoney reports $1426 raised so far with $615 from American Woolen Company and $108 from M.A.3B U Storage Point. Town quota is $5900 and remains distant, prompting calls for renewed generosity to push the drive over the top.

U. Storge Red Cross Maynard

Missing Maynard-Edmond Crotty Reported in Italian Campaign

Mrs. Michael Crotty of Burnside street has been informed that her son Maynard-Edmond Crotty is missing in action during the Italian campaign. The notice was received by his mother early this week.

Michael ‘Crotty Italy Maynard — Edmond Crotty Michael Crotty Burnside Street

Brescia in Good Health

Contrary to a town rumor Joseph J. Brescia is not wounded or missing in action. His father Michael Brescia received a letter this week confirming he is enjoying perfect health.

Maynard Joseph J. Brescia Michael

Parish Notice of Lent Services and Prayer Times

Pastor Weskins announces Lent schedule with Holy Communion at 10 30 a m and evening prayer at 7 30 p m on Thursdays and during the season. Parish services emphasize reflection and community.

Ann iWatdey Avi Aiidréwe Weskins

Sunday Services Planned at Union Congregational Church Maynard Mass

Web Agee reports schedule for March 19 at the Union Congregational Church Maynard. Activities include Church School at 9:30 with Lois Dawson leading devotionals, a pastor’s class for prospective members, Beginners Nursery and Primary classes at 10:45, morning worship at 10:45 with Rev Norman C MacLean and choir led by Harold Merriam, organist Mrs Charlotte Sivonen, Junior Endeavor at 3 and Intermediate at 4 with Miss Margaret Crowe, Pilgrim Fellowship at 6 led by Miss Jean Tucker on Growth and Sharing. Midweek Lent talk by Rev Arthayer R Sanborn of Woonsocket RI at 7:30 March 22.

Web Agee I Congregational Church Maynard Mass Norman C. Macloan Union Congregational Church Lois Dawson Norman C. ‘MacLean Harold. Merriam Charlotte Sivonen Christian Endeavor Society Margaret Crowe Arthayer R. Sanborn First Baptist Church of Woonsécket, R. 1

Mi Synod Luther League Speaker Visits Finnish English

Pastor A H Niskanen hosts Rev Karl G Wilkman for a dual language talk at 7:30 p m on March 18 and 19 with Sunday School at 9:30 a m and Finnish Worship at 10:45 a m A Red Cross Benefit follows at 7:30 p m March 21 the fourth in Lent services Serena will speak in both Finnish and English Services begin at 7:30 p m Thursday March 28 Women’s Choir practice at 7 p m

Karl .G. Wilkman mi-Synod Eastern Conference Luther League Red Cross Serena

Lent services and district conference at local church

The Methodist Church announces Lent sermons by Pastor Maynard with the topic Caiphus the religious fraud. The church school and Junior Church meet at 9 30 a m, the Youth Fellowship at noon, and a youth discussion on Aids to a choice in life. District Conference at Worcester Wesley Church on March 21 with delegation expected. Membership classes continue for Palm Sunday confirmations. Lenten service planned for Thursday March 23.

Methodist Church Jean F. Fulton Maynard Massachus Caiphas Worcester Wesley

Maynard Club Plans Revival Amid War Time Strain

Maynard Club members met to revise funding for reopening this year after wartime restrictions hindered last season. They circulated letters from former members in service urging on preserving golf access for when they return, hoping civic support will restore membership from 30 to prior levels of around 300.

Maynard Maynard Club Thes Club Golf Club

Service for Fred Hansen in Maynard

Fred H Hansen died Sunday at a local hospital at age 54. A former worker at American Woolen Company he was the son of Mrs Mary L Hansen who died recently. Survived only by his sister Miss Annie K Hansen of 132 Pumping Station Road. Funeral services were held at Fowler Funeral Home Wednesday at 2 PM with Rev Halsey J Andrews of St George's Episcopal Church officiating. Burial followed in Glenwood Cemetery.

Maynard Fred H. Hansen Gardner American Woolen Company Mary Li. Hansen Annie K. Hansen Pumping Station Road Fowler Funeral Home Halsey J. Andrews St. George’s Episcopal Church Glenwood Cemetery

Son Home On Surprise Leave From Pearl Harbor News

Maynard A World War mother joyfully welcomed her son Edward Lowney seaman first class home for a surprise visit from Pearl Harbor after eight weeks apart. Lowney, son of Edmund Lowrey, had served ten months away and is now returning to duty in California.

Maynard Red Cross Edward Lowney Shim Pearl Harbor Seaman Lowney Edmund Lowrey First National California Hits Country

Maynard Man Qualifies as Air Pilot

Maynard Victor Pozarycki son of Mr and Mrs John Pozarycki of Maynard has completed training and qualified as a pilot at the San Antonio Army Air Force Training School He will be assigned to a pre flight training school Pozarycki a Maynard High School graduate and class president 1943 is married with a son and has two brothers in the Army Air Force Captain John Pozarycki and Joseph Wojtkiewicz listed as serving in the Pacific and Arizona respectively

Maynard Victor Pozarycki John Pozarycki McKinley Street San Antonio Army ‘Air Force Maynard High School Army Air Force John Pozerycki Pacific Joseph Arizona Joseph Wojtkiewicz Stephanie Wojtkiewicz

Local Church Announces Evening Lecture by Pastor Ramee

A Chapel program lists Pastor Ramee of the Knesnad Church of West Sse as the speaker for the evening event. The note provides few other details about time or venue.

Ce. Sy Pem Ramee

Congregational Service Notes Lenten Sermon Details

Mid week service held Thursday features a Lenten sermon by Pastor George A Koponen. Social hour follows with coffee table hosted by Mrs. Mary Osmo. Friday schedule includes Saintly School at 10 p m and worship service at 7 p m.

George A. ‘Koponén Maynard Mass Mary Osmo Stindaly School

Red Cross Emblems Lost At Town Hall Headquarters

Mrs. E F Ryan reports that three Red Cross workers lost emblems earned for 100 hours of surgical dressings. Only one of the three pins has been found at the Red Cross headquarters, Town Hall. Call Mrs. F Ryan at 270 to arrange return of the pins.

Maynard E.F. Ryah Atarman Red Cross Red Crosses F. ‘Ryan

Health Board Appointments Announced in Town Hall Meeting

The Board of Health announces appointments after a Thursday meeting in the Town Hall Health rooms. Appointees include Ward public his purse Anderson collector of Harry Frye caretaker Joan Herrick and Os Osbeck among others.

Maynard Board of Health Town Hall Ward Anderson Harry Frye Joan Herrick Saint Nlite Os Osbeck

Knights of Columbus Penny Sale Draws Crowds At Local Hall

Maynard reports a lively penny sale last Friday at the Knights of Columbus hall on Ion Street. Auctioneers James Farrell and Speck White kept attendees laughing with cajoling antics as the crowd roared their approval. It remains unclear if any pie hit occurred, but the event drew large attendance and promises bigger crowds at future sales. Mr and Mrs Eawin A Howard of 34 Great Read welcomed a baby born at Emerson Hospital last week.

Maynard Knights of Columbus Ion Street James Farrell

Regular Meeting of the Board Agenda Held

An itemized notice outlines the regular board meeting with agenda items and official actions scheduled. The document lists topics for discussion and goals for the session, reflecting standard governance duties and procedural steps.

Fle oy Ve Fle oy Ve 50c Repaid Tooth taste

The fragment mentions Fle oy Ve and a 50c repayment related to a tooth taste matter. No clear event, names, or organization are readable to verify details.

Maynard Board Reports Tire and Tube Permits

Maynard rationing board last week issued grades for tires and tubes. Permits list recipients including John Kangas Alfred Stein Robert Brigham Harry McKenna Ernest Wright and others for grade one deseriger tires and grade three passenger tires. Tubes issued to Kangas Stein Brigham Frawley Lehto and Doyle. Also noted gasoline allotment to Victor Milekski at 18 gallons from March 1.

Deseriger John Kangas Walfred Stein Robert Brigham Sete Harry McKenna Ernest Wright John Frawley Fils Ek Einen Emil Lehto Beens el Mary Doyle Vieowees Joseph Sisaiabe Taalee Vehyd Fred Stein Soulert C Brigham 4 Ot Frawley Binil Lehto Milekski

Maynard Pett announces engagement of Miss Mable St to Sergeant Lawson

Maynard Pett announces the engagement of his daughter Miss Mable St to Sergeant Lawson, Naylor Court. Miss St. Pett is a popular member of the local social set and the couple plans for a future together while Lawson is stationed at Tatinton.

Maynard Leslie Pett Mable St Lawson Naylor Miss St. Pet Duate Tatinton

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