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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1938
Page
4
Fragmentary text from Commonwealth Avenue editor indicates a sealed length notice and small price value. Names and precise details are unreadable. readable bits point to a local newspaper notice format with contact line and page header.
A fragment mentions Bethlehem Pennsylvania in 1891 and an Easter gathering in a graveyard. It references wise men, a revival theme, and broader notes on history and the United States era.
Fragmentary notes describe Italian Tyrol population issues and German troop movements. The text references Hitler and occupation, with scant coherent events or dates.
The article discusses fire as both aid and menace, tracing humanity’s progress from ancient to modern times. It notes that controlled fire benefits society while uncontrolled fire devastates, and highlights advances in fire-fighting apparatus, fireproof materials, and public education on prevention.
The event features eleven musicians with Carroll leading at four as one of the nation’s top racing name bands. Mr. McGinley promises a real treat for local dancers. Featured artist Gene Mack will play guitar and showcases a new six string electric model.
Concord High reports for the 1938 baseball season under Coach Frank Googins. The roster includes Herbert Symes, Herbert Wilkie, Robert Marc, Joseph Mera, Wilfred Rodgers, John Grant, Thomas Hopkins, Robert Macone, Leo Algeo, Raymond Forcier, Daniel Callahan, Robert Lawson, Charles Maloney, Roy Johanson, Stewart Marshall, Robert Goodno, Paul Dee, Paul Imes, James Condon, Herbert Blodget, John Flannery, and John 3. The home opener is against Belmont on April 13 at Emerson Playground, with a full schedule released by Faculty Manager Albert C. Cook.
The Women’s Christian Temperance Union met with Miss A. Batt on Wednesday in March to discuss local temperance efforts and upcoming events.
Sunday services at 10 45 with Sunday school at 10 46 and Wednesday testimonial meetings at 7 45 in the Reading Room Hours 2 to 5 p m weekdays holidays excepted Reality is the lesson subject read worldwide on March 27 The Golden Text from Psalms 125 1 and Philippians 3 13 14 with citations from the Bible and Science and Health Mary Baker Eddy The service lists transportation help through Mrs Googins at 814 M.
On Sunday March 27 a mid lent service at Concord Trinity Church features an 8 am Holy Communion 9 30 am Trinity School with Junior Choir and a pupil read story about a Far Western Church 1 am Morning Prayer with sermon by the Rector of the Church of the Redeemer Chestnut Hill 7 pm T Y P midweek events 8 30 am Holy Communion 11 am Address on Panama by Miss Snyder of Ancon 2 pm Noon to 4 pm box lunch followed by Handwork
Rev. W. F. Shaughnessy presides at daily Masses at 7 a m with First Friday 6:30 a m and 7 a m services. Benediction is held Sunday at 6 p m at the Catholic church.
Catholic Rev. Wiliam Finnick is pastor with Rev. George Mulcahey as curate. Sunday Masses at 7 am 8 15 am and 10 am with Benediction after the late Mass. First Friday Masses 5 46 am Holy Communion 7 30 am and devotion at 7 45 pm. Weekday Masses at 7 am and 7 80 am.
Rev Benjamin A Willmott leads morning service at 10 46 with the sermon A Difficult Task Made Glorious Go Home and Tell Christian Endeavor meets at 7 pm Mrs Leslie Poeten leads Sunday School and mid week services run Friday 7 45. March 18 features Rev Austin of Cambridge and Rev George L Thur April 8 features Rev James King Lowell in a visiting slate.
Concord Kenneth R Teed minister guides Sunday activities at Union Church with 9 30 am school 1045 morning worship 530 junior Endeavor 7 pm guest preacher Kellette of Acton Universalist speaks on I Love Special music scheduled Young People prayer Bible study Tuesday 730 pm and Friday 330 pm Christian Endeavor meets in the new Christian Eagle room and vestry Johnny Bee events noted More details emphasize weekly church life and programs.
Edward P. Daniels, Minister, notes church school at 0:46 a.m. and morning service at 11. On Sunday March 27 the minister will preach. The Kaletaon Society will visit Harare University with Harvard Divinity School support. Dean Sperry and professors Mather and Cadbury will speak at assembly. Hymn practice at 5 p.m. Third Lenten Discussion Class meets Monday at 7:46 p.m. in the Vestry on "Characteristics of our Faith."
Concord group held its second meeting aloud reading Much Ado About Nothing. Attendees who confirmed for the second session read parts, new members joined, and the next meeting on Thursday March 31 will read The Merry Wives of Windsor at 8 o clock in the rooms at the Tomes in Concord.
Concord reports at an assembly the Peter Bulkeley Junior High School granted eight shields and fifteen honor pins for outstanding achievement in activities. Principal Morton R Seavey praised the merit-focused awards, noting the plan rewards work well done rather than docking for offenses. Recipients listed include William Mahon Seta Kent Gertrude Pat Exiwars Wille James Potter Con stance O'Neill Lois Fredenburgh Pearl Cullinane Mollie Ryan Mar
Plain quotation about truth and contamination by outward touch attributed to Milton.
The piece cites foreign born residents from Scotland Lithuania Germany and Northern Ireland. It notes a total land area with many lakes and a high population density. It mentions Massachusetts population figures, labor day holiday history, and prices in Boston. It also notes new picnic grounds in State Forests and factory orders rising.
Concord Republicans team up with the Concord Young Republican Club to stage the Patriots Ball at the Boston Garden. Transportation to the venue will be provided for ticket buyers, with profits funding summer camps for needy children. Prizes include a Packard, Caribbean cruise, Bermuda cruise, two refrigerators, and a radio. Tickets available through committee members and local organizers.
With relatives present, Martinus last week celebrated a birthday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Helsher, who are spending the winter at Low-. Henry O. M. Helsher was noted in the event, held at his residence.
The Concord Municipal Light Plant reports a national trend toward increased electricity use with local ads showing a residential customer average of 1307 kilowatt hours in 1937, up from 088 ret hours, reflecting growth in the electric industry. Everett Pience ger noted.
The People’s Theatre presents Walt Disney’s Snow White this week promising a dazzling show. Families and fans will enjoy the classic tale adapted for the stage with vibrant visuals and memorable songs.
Under the Concord Legion Band auspices a Tuesday Veterans event opened at 6 45 p m with about 600 attendees. Amateur acts dominated a program of 17 performances chosen from 41 entries, winners announced by popular acclaim included John Nielson Waltham and Charles Fouretts Maynard, with other acts from West Concord Acton and Concord and specialty performances by Cora Deane Gordon Mercer and more.
Funeral service for Charles I Windham was held at Our Lady Help of Christians Church West Concord. Burial followed in St Bernard's Cemetery. Windham 71 died after brief illness. He moved from Utica NY to Concord in 1918 and sold for Boston Harness Co. He married Dora Risley in 1888 and had five children, including Charles Jr. He later wed Harriet Jones. Survived by wife, son Robert and Elks membership.
Early Friday morning at Sudbury hospital a couple, Mr and Mrs John A Hutchinson, welcomed twin sons named John J Hutchinson and Paoliam T Hutchinson. Dr Dennis Sheehan, the family physician, notes this is the sixth set of twins he has delivered in his years of practice in Concord.
A dramatic institute plans a study session Tuesday afternoon in the extension services quarters from 4:26 to 9:30. The event aims to explore theatrical techniques and performance practices for participants.
Federal services were held at 3 p.m. at her residence on Estford Road for Mrs. Marie C. Lauwen widow of Adolf Larsen who died Monday. Born in Denmark she came to Concord 63 years ago. Survived by four grandchildren five great grandchildren. Rev H A Ofstie of New York conducted the service. Pallbearers were Thomas Peterson Ralph Peterson Frank Peterson Theodore Peterson and A T Larson. Burial in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery.
The West Concord PTA hosted Dad's Night at Harvey Wheeler School with relay races and obstacle events for grades five through eight. Boxing bouts drew attention, Miss Wickham's fifth graders sang, Ralph and Patricia Gerow performed, and Coach Albert C. Cook spoke on football coaching. Mr White's eighth grade earned a candy prize for high dad attendance. refreshments followed.
Philip Cooke of the cast of Our Town receives a nomination for a Smear Prize from Vogue’s staff. The announcement highlights his stage performance and the magazine’s selection.
The gathering at the gj Club in ton on Monday night observed the 10th anniversary of the posedence of Jaws and Ch. A speaker warned that unity and love of county must prevail against persecutions abroad. He argued that politicians who stir class divisions fail to serve the people and that belief in one path risks discord and harm.
A fragmented notice urges restraint around alcohol to reduce accidents. It cites Mr Beavan of Rochester, York, and R. D. Parrar, referencing Ontario and a call to act judiciously. The garbled text stresses avoiding drinking and acting with self control.
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