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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1942
Page
1
Profiles John C. Garand of Springfield Armory, maker of the rifle powering U.S. small arms, who earned a special commendation from General MacArthur. The piece describes his background from Montreal to Connecticut, 1915 surveys, and his cautious approach to Army adoption amid wartime and public debates on physical fitness.
The brief item thanks readers for books and notes the enduring value of libraries and literature. It highlights the role of books as connections to distant ideas and voices, celebrating reading as a bridge across time and place.
Major Hazelwood director of Camp Wonderland Sharon on Lake Massapong spoke at the Concord Rotary club meeting held at the Colonial Inn last Thursday. Burleigh L. Pratt introduced her and President Ervin Bumford led the business session.
At a recent meeting the Concord Board of Selectmen announced jurors Callahan and Benson drawn for April 6 sessions. Ward named chairman and Servais clerk for the year. Appointments include tree warden Lee and others with terms up to three years. annual appointments to be published on April 36.
Two Jersey cows from River Road Farm Concord Massachusetts earned medals from The American Jersey Cattle Club New York for butterfat records on official test. R R Ace received a gold medal by yielding 655113 pounds of milk and 12276 pounds of fat in 305 days. Jean Quizzical earned a silver medal with 56513 pounds of butterfat and 113540 pounds of milk in 305 days.
The Board of Selectmen approved special police permits for 24 Auxiliary Police members led by H Paul Lallabeé and John J Gallagher plus 22 others. Police Chief William G Ryan reports 54 more trainees in the auxiliary system for Civilian Defense. All 76 were on duty during the recent blackout.
Michael F. Manning, 82, of 6 Main Street, will retire after 68 years in the barber trade. He closed his shop following a recent illness and has long served Bedford as postmaster under President Wilson.
Concord resident Martinus O. Helsher marked his 92nd birthday last Friday at Sunnyside Rest Home on Barrets Mill Road. The event highlights long life amid the town’s aging population.
Readable fragments describe a list of selectees tied to a named event or action in a Rhode locale. Items mention individuals and a South Acton area but lack full context or dates to confirm exact roles or outcomes.
Concord High School led by Ralph Ward’s two speedsters McKenna and Ambrose dominated the Bowdoin-Bhs scholastic invitation in New England. McKenna won sprint and distance events setting records while Ambrose set a 1000 yard mark and a near mile record as Concord tallied 20 points to beat Hope High by seven.
Concord plans to resume its adult education series after the war while Cambridge and Boston centers proceed with their courses. The Public Library offers booklets and April catalogs. Cambridge lists 29 courses starting in April including a talk series on moving pictures. A small coffee charge is noted.
Major Horton Edmands, age 55, re enlists in the U S Army and joins the public relations section at the First Corps Area. A World War I veteran, he was decorated for gallantry, twice wounded in France with the 104th Regiment, 26th Division, later serving in the 376th Infantry, 94th Division. His wife Fanny and sons Thomas H and John R are named officers. He spent 30 years at the Boston Traveler as City Editor and has made Concord his home.
Concord public school outlines spring baseball under Albert C. Cook with Jackie Flavin captaining the Red and White. Veterans Fred Macone Billy ONeill Jack Larrabee Frannie Horne return infield. Giusti Hayes catchers. Trees Hale Anderson provide depth. 16-game schedule to be released.
In the weekly New England Police Revolver League event held at the town house Concord Patrolman John T. Foster led scoring with 276 of 300. The team tally shows J Wetherell 268 Foster 276 James B Pinan Jr 239 J Almon Heyliger 271 for a 1054 total.
Patrolman and Mrs. Bev. P. Lawson of 2 Fielding Street marked their 22nd wedding anniversary. Wed in Hartford CT, the couple has lived in Concord for years and have two sons, Robert and Raymond A., both planning to enlist in the service soon.
Concord district dinner witnesses Marshall, chief secretary in command Eastern States, as sponsor groups from Acton to Winchester hear of the Army’s local emergency funds and efforts for Uncle Sam’s fighting forces amid world war participation.
Concord and Boston announce the marriage of Elizabeth Warner Howe to Stephen Maurice Edgell. The ceremony occurred Saturday March 7 at Trinity Church Boston with a breakfast at Copley Plaza. The bride, attendant Helena Edgell, and groom N Stuart Campbell attended. The couple plans a New York wedding trip. Mrs Edgell is a Concord Academy graduate and Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps lieutenant. Edgell attended Beacon School and Massachusetts Radio and Television School and plans to enlist in the Army.
Concord Firemen's Relief Association plans its annual benefit ball on Easter Monday April 6 at the state armory. General chairman Thomas Francie Coyne, with committee members Fire Chief Harry Edward Tuttle and Harold Beharrell, aims for a banner evening with Ken Reeve's orchestra and a house to house ticket canvass. Proceeds fund injuries or sickness benefits for members.
The third selective service registration in Massachusetts released order numbers from the national lottery. Tapani Nevala 40 from Maynard drew 441, with others like John Hansen 43 and R. Ducharme 37 among the early numbers. Officials expect classifications by mid May and note many registrants are married veterans.
Concord Middlesex school readies for outdoor baseball with Coach Ra Stanton guiding a lineup that includes Connie Atkins and Meld Nagel back in action. The squad aims to open in three weeks on April 8 as field conditions approve and hopes for a strong season.
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