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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1924
Page
6
Maynard news notes cover visits and births including a Gallagher child on Tuesday March 11, local visits from Mrs Toppet and Mrs Price. patterns of church and lodge events. Len Eng home radio, trap shoot, a court appearance for liquor sale, and the Woolworth manager starting duties. Various community events, lectures, and gatherings are described with residents and venues.
Fans in the section recall Al On as a key benefactor who funds Concord amateur baseball. Last season ran a deficit but manager Wilson reportedly covered it without complaint, raising questions about season support and potential staffing.
An adaptation of a sensational stage play by Roland est titled The Unknown Purple shows Monday and Tuesday March 24-25 at Riverside Theatre. The story follows a mystery centered on a purple ray that renders a person invisible to the eye after a Broadway run and tours in major cities.
The article notes a limited public word on conference talks between coal operators and miners with few details and implies secrecy around discussions.
Frank Dowhey commander of Wink DeMars post in Alabama reports Mrs Woodrow expresses deep appreciation for support. A main meeting Sunday, pred 23 at Riverside hosted by local post under the auspices of a statewide membership drive with General Clarence Bailey and James Curley among invited speakers. The event is open to the public.
Death notice reports Mrs Abbie Eaton of Winthrop died Friday March 7 at home. She was a former resident of Maynard, daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Henderson, survived by two daughters and a sister Mrs Walter Davis of Providence Rhode Island. The report notes a new baby girl born to Dr and Mrs Louise Sullivan on Maple Street. An indoor circus and bazaar is planned for April 24 25 by St George's parish. Edwin Davis says Riverside theatre rest rooms are being remodeled. Mian Fileen Conroy of P Ef hax takes a pianist position.
A reader challenges the town meeting decision to set a tax rate of 32 per thousand in Maynard for wartime needs. Citing a $40 000 balance in the treasurer’s report, the writer asks the Enterprise to explain the funding plan and to publish the answer next week. The letter is signed Ansa Fatt.
Clinton won the second end of a debate against Maynard in Clinton. Edward Kelley and John McGrath led Clinton with teachers and students among the speakers. Judges praised the well conducted contest and the cordial afterglow of the event.
George A. Faton, driver of the CoM & Wo bus, is held on manslaughter charges after a collision at Edward Miter square Maynard that killed Peter Gauthier of Loncon. A district court hearing was continued to after an inquest set for March 20. Gauthier suffered severe injuries and died March 12 at Deaconess hospital.
A Thursday turkey supper at the Congregational church raised funds for the Benevolent Society. Tables of eighteen served family style with ample victuals. An 8 pm concert featured the Ukele club, George Lawton, Miss Mary Newton, and John Kiiskinen, with Mrs. Frank F. Sanderson and Mrs. Sidney F. McCleary arranging.
Marlboro beat Maynard 195 to 1256 at the local alleys on Thursday night. Tourville led Maynard with 215 and a high single of 112, as the Maynard lineup included Petersen Penniman J. si. Murray and Miller. Marlboro’s team context and venue are noted for the upcoming rematch.
Frank F. Sanderson, town clerk and store manager, marked 26 years of continuous service March 14 at the Charles H. Person store. He has served 21 years as town clerk and assistant town clerk, bearing heavy responsibilities with notable efficiency and dedication to the town and business.
Tony and Prince longtime Maynard fire department horses are set for retirement after decades of service since 1906. Voters at a town meeting approved keeping them for pasture and exercise away from the motorized apparatus now in use.
Tony Collins and others urge keeping Tony the horse and Prince, both valued over years. Prince weighs 1500 pounds and is 21. Tony fears relocation could upset him. Fire chief William Naylor coordinates with humane groups to pension the aged pair into caring hands for retirement.
Harold Morgan and Billy Mor rill from Maynard receive offers to join Winthrop for the season. Concord and Maynard discuss combining players for a joint team while concerns about old town rivalry and baseball costs influence these proposals. Joe White, ex Maynard manager, champions cross town hockey interest.
In a late night snowstorm near Concord eighteen cars were trapped on the outskirts. Two Maynard residents Joseph Schwab George Stockwell Ralph Fletcher Roy Marsden and Thomas Marsden were stranded for about two hours before a Concord street department tractor freed them. Samuel Lever a local merchant was found cuddled in a blanket amid the snow. The drift was cleared after midnight and the group could continue homeward.
Dr John Fallon a former C H S baseball player and town team member prepares to open a dental office in White's block Main street. His brother Billy Tufts college captain of years past remains active in baseball and both brothers are known to local fans for their field and dental work.
We thank neighbors and friends who assisted during our recent bereavement. A gray poodle with a marking and white face is lost. reward for return to owner John Dora at 33 Summer St Maynard.
A mill official predicts improvement for the local industry as Maynard mills see strong orders from New York for women apparel. Carding and spinning may lag behind, but overall production gears up and workers anticipate busy times as orders rise while other mills struggle. News that the mill is sold up boosts morale among workers and town merchants.
Brooklyn papers praise Concord-born Dick Loftus as he trains with the Brooklyn Nals in Florida. A reported ankle ligament strain last week is described as not serious and not expected to sideline him.
At a recent meeting of the Ep worth league the following officers were chosen Edith McAuslin president Benjamin Taylor first vice president Ruth Foster second vice president Charlotte Gault third vice president Hollis Barlow fourth vice president Edw Holt secretary Raymond Drechsler treasurer.
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