Red Cross Seeks Women for Nationwide Sewing Circle
The American Red Cross asks women to organize sewing groups to make garments for destitute European children. The campaign targets 70 000 garments and 21 000 layettes in 1921, using salvaged clothing, with distribution by Red Cross nurses to countries in greatest need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
American Red Cross
European Relief Council
Herbert Hoover
Red Cross
Europe
Poland
Austria
Hungary
Czechoslovakia
Baltic States
Balkan States
Lavinia H. Newell
Red Cross Calls Women to Nationwide Sewing Drive
The American Red Cross urges women nationwide to join a sewing circle to produce 2,000,000 garments and 250,000 layettes for European children in Central Europe. The plan, announced for the New England Division, targets 70,000 garments and 21,000 layettes in 1921, using worn clothing and scraps to create warm clothing for countless children in dire need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Red Cross
Europe
European Relief Council
Herbert Hoover
New England
Arthur G. Roteh
Maine
New Hampshire
Vermont
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Roteh
W. Frank Persons
Central Committee
No Clothes for Baby as Red Cross Seeks Clothing
Robert EK Olds of the American Red Cross describes a Polish family living in a roadside earth mound with a bare fire and no clothing. He urges American women to sew two million outfits to aid European children, citing the widespread need observed from Paris to Vienna.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poland
Robert EK
Olds
American Red Cross
Europe
Old
Red Cross
George Robertson
European Commission of the
Paris
Aprij
Vienna
Dumaine Family Hosts Easter Vacation at Home
Frederick Dumaine spends spring vacation at his father Frederick C. Dumaine’s home. Holy Cross students John and Edward McManus relax there over Easter vacation with their parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Dumaine
Frederick C. Dumaine
John
Edward McManus
Holy Cross
Ladies-Watch For W P Lap ham Co On Friday
Public notice from Waldo P Lap ham and his fellow assessors warns ladies that on April 1 they will canvass for age data to be published. Beware revealing ages under 21 or lying about age. The line hints at social scrutiny and a jesting challenge to female residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waldo P. Lapham
Board of Assessors
Third Annual Ball Held by Concord Firemen’s Relief
The Concord Firemen’s Relief Association hosted its third annual concert and ball at the State Armory on Monday evening. A large crowd attended as Newell’s Orchestra provided music with James J. Mora chairing the organizing committee and members including Harry E. Tuttle Ernest Hinsman Edward J. Varney George W. Deacon and William J. Mora.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord Firemen's Relief Association
State Armory
Newell's
James J. Mora
Harry E. Tuttle
Ernest Hinsman
Edward J. Varney
George W. Deacon
William J. Mora A. McEachern
Seven Baptisms at Trinity Church on Easter Day
On Easter Sunday at Trinity Episcopal Church seven children were baptised by the rector Rev. Smith Owen Dexter. The ceremony marked the church's Easter observance with family and parish attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Church
Trinity Episcopal
Boyce Signs With Worcester Team For Eastern League
Eddie Boyce a well known pitcher has signed a contract to pitch for Worcester in the Eastern League next season. Also a personal notice seeks a position as nursemaid from a young lady. apply 29 Belknap Street Concord or call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Boyce
Worcester
Belknap St
Concord
Miss Rose B Smith Returns to Craftsbury
Miss Rose B Smith leaves South Acton after a several week visit at the home of her sister Mrs Ralph Merchant and returns to Craftsbury Vermont on Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rose.b. Smith
Ralph Merchant
Craftsbury
Vermont
Sawyer Carter Wedding at Mrs Sawyer's Home
The marriage of Jennie Blanchard Sawyer to Clarence Melvin Carter was performed March 26 1921 at Mrs Kate W Sawyers home with Rev Ralph A Barker conducting the double ring ceremony. The couple will reside in Littleton after a reception and breakfast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate W. Sawyer
Jennie Blanchard Sawyer
Clarence Melvin Carter
Littleton
Ralph A. Barker
Congregational Chhurch
South Acton
Concord High School
Boston and Maine Railroad
Conant, Houghton Webbing
Caleb Butler Lodge
A.F
A. M
Brush Fire Prompts New Permit Rule From Fire Departments
A brush fire near Crocker's Corner required three hours of work from the fire department after Nobscot Mountain watchers located it. Authorities urge strict adherence to new rules requiring permits before burning rubbish outdoors and warn enforcement of violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clapp
Nobscot Mountain
Chelmsford
Manson
Crocker's Corner
Harvard
Concord Junction Social Plans Discussed by Friends of Irish Freedom
John MacEachern returns from St John’s seminary in Brighton for spring vacation with his parents Mr and Mrs Alexander MacEachern. A meeting of the newly organized Council of Friends of Irish Freedom in Warner Hall discussed plans for an upcoming social event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John MacEachern
St John’s Seminary
Brighton
Alexander MacEachern
Council of Friends of Irish Freedom
Warnerhall
Ministeral Talks and Easter Sale Planned This Week
Rev Alfred Wheeler Stone will preach on the Mandate of the Heavenly Vision at the midweek meeting Tuesday at 7 30. Rev Elias Atiyeh of Maynard will discuss conditions in Syria after the war. The Ladies' Union Easter sale and an evening entertainment follow Thursday afternoon and evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Wheeler Stone
Elias Atiyeh of
Maynard
Syria
Ladies’ Union
Engagement Announced At Home Party For Doris Lodema Lyon
Mr and Mrs W G Lyon announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Doris Lodema to Eugene Marcey of Palmer. The party at the Lyon home featured a blue and white basket centerpiece and paper streamers. Guests received streamers with envelopes bearing the engaged couple’s names and enjoyed music games and refreshments after which Melvin Lyon and J B Cossar drove guests home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Lyon
Doris Lodema
Wis
Eugene Marcey
Palmer
Doris
Sach
Miss Lyon
Marcey
Melvin Lyon
J. B. Cossar
Gertrude Rideout
Hazel Caldwell
Doris, Pratt
Gladys Colby
Alice Anderson
Mildred Thurston
Florence McCabe
Edith Comeau
Louise Williams
Inez Armstrong
Jasmine Suker
Charles Doyle Junior Entertains Little Friends
Charles Doyle Junior hosts a sixth birthday party at Crest Street home for about 30 young guests. Indoor and outdoor games precede a dining room feast of ice cream cake crackers and candy. Guests gift the celebrant as the line of attendees includes Geraldine Reilly Mary Sullivan Frances Alexander Gertrude MacDonald and many others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Doyle
Crest St
Junior
Geraldine Reilly
Mary
Annie Sullivan
Frances Alexander
Gertrude MacDonald
Marjorie
Rita
Ruth Bent
Ellen Diskin
Ida May Flynn
Ruth Derby
Jennie Grasela
Emily Knowles
Helen
Alice McCabe
Mary Sheehan
Lillian Carlson
Elsie
Dora Jagling
Helen Krukanas
Margaret
Marty
Heléh Thornton
William Krykanas
John Knowles
Norman Carlson
Thomas
John Flynn
Edward
William Sheehan
Philip Kennedy
Kenneth Dunn
Ronald Frizzle
Arthur, Moreau
John Sullivan
West Acton Church Notes and Local Birth Update
Rev G L Michelson and family moved to Silem this week. Mr and Mrs John Davis welcomed a baby girl at Waltham hospital on March 27. Rev Easterbrook of Cambridge to preach at the Baptist church on Sunday with both services. On April 10 a young minister named Homer will occupy the pulpit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Michelson
Silem
John Davis
Waltham Hospital
Easterbrook
Cambridge
Baptist Church
Homer
Celebrated 60th Birthday for K H Hall Party
K H Hall was honored with a Thursday evening birthday gathering marking his 60th milestone. Relatives attended and presented a handsome gold ring as a token of appreciation and good wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. H. Hall
Mr Hall
West Acton Woman's Club Holds Children’s Day Event
The annual children’s day at the West Acton Woman’s Club was held at the Baptist vestry Monday afternoon. Children were royally entertained and ice cream was served to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Acton Woman's Club
Baptist Vestry
Mrs Rachel Moore Dies in Littleton at Ninety
Mrs Rachel Moore died at her Littleton home on Friday March 26 after a brief illness, aged ninety. Funeral services will be held at her late residence Sunday. She was the mother of J Sterling Moore of this village, with many friends sending sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Littleton
Rachel Moore
Moore
J. Sterling Moore
Meatery Sold in Local Business Transfer
Local meatery to close this week after sale to Messrs Strong and Timacy who will continue the cash market operation under new ownership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs Strong
Timacy
Acton Grange Marks 15th Birthday Milestone
Acton Grange held its Tuesday meeting on March 22 to celebrate the organization’s 15th birthday with notable interest among members and guests. The gathering highlighted past achievements and community contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Grange
Easter Vaca With Walter White Jr At Assumption Academy
Maynard Walter White Jr attends the Academy of Assumption at Wellesley Hills and spends the Easter vacation with his father Walter White on Main Street. Elizabeth Gurrell Whiting of Boston, an impersonator, performed at Parish Hall under the Girls' Friendly Society of St George's Church presenting The Boomerang by David Gray. The event drew praise for her stage presence and voice, with Miss Mary Newton on violin, Miss Olive Webster on piano, and Mrs John Alden as accompanist. Candy was sold by several local girls including Miss Olive Webster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter White Jr
Academy of Assumption
Wellesley Hills
Walter White
Main St
Elizabeth Gurrell Whiting
Boston
Girls’ Friendly Society
St George's Church
David Gray
Miss Whiting
Oliver Trees
Mary Newton
John Alden
Olive Webster
Job Doel
Viola Saies
Ard Zyle
Three Act Drama by Grange Presented at Cooperative Hall
The Grange Dramatic committee staged The Teaser a three act drama at Cooperative hall to a full house. Miss Lilian Childs Mrs Adelaide Sms Miss Mary Finn and Frank Case led strong performances with Walter Denniston John Garlick and Patrick McGrath in key roles. A topical song closed the acts followed by dancing until midnight with committee members named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Grange Dramatic Committee
Cooperative Hall
Lilian Childs
Marion Flemyng
Adelaide Sms
Ellice Flemyng
Mary Finn
Frusilla
Torth
Frank Case
Burton Coughlan
Mabel Bliss
W. X. Macurda
Leslie W. Sims
Frank E. Sanderson
Maynard High Principal Bates Attends Education Conference
Principal H F Bates attended a statewide high school principals conference at Harvard on March 24 and 25 under the State Board of Education. He also joined the High-School Masters' Club meeting at the Boston City Club on March 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard High
H. F. Bates
Harvard
State Board of Education
Bosston City
Millington Takes Interim Charge For Cambridge Conference
Superintendent Millington assumed control of Greene's classes on Thursday and Bates' on Friday so principals could attend a conference at Cambridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Millington
Greene
Bates
Cambridge
Marsden's First Team Beats Second in MHS Baseball Workout
Captain Marsden's first team had a batting feast against the second team last Wednesday afternoon at MHS. Principal Bates says supplies are ready for the April 9 opening game with Concord and predicts Marsden will post the best four year high school record. Mrs Shardon led a talk to 24 teachers and Woman's Club members on Americanization, with a second session held at the high school today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MHS
Marsden
H. F. Bates
Concord
Shardon
Woman's Club
History of the Town of Maynard sale planned
High school pupils report a ready sale of the forthcoming History of the Town of Maynard. Parents pupils and teachers order the special edition priced at $1.00. A two page town map will interest readers. Orders were distributed by the History committee on Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town
Maynard
Tickets for The Colonel's Maid go on sale April 14
The class of 1921 MHS will sell tickets for The Colonel's Maid on April 14. Ticket Manager Howard Herbert says he plans to move about 700 tickets, urging quick purchase while supplies last.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Herbert
Howdie
Wounded Boy Injured by Revolver Bullet at Practice
Donnie Moynihan was wounded in the neck at target practice when a .22 revolver bullet rebounded from a stone target. He was hospitalized for X rays, and Dr. Dwight Cowles operated to remove the bullet. He is reported as fast recovering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donnie Moynihan
Dwight Cowles
Donnie
Grangers Celebrate Event with Regional Attendance
About 150 Grangers attended the celebration with guests from Ayer Maynard Litteton Boxboro and Concord. State Master Leslie R. Smith led the program as principal speaker and past masters James B. Tuttle William H. Kingsley Allan B. Frost spoke. Mrs Otis H. Furbush and Miss Irmai Durkee provided vocal and piano performances followed by refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
Maynard
Litteton
Boxboro
Concord
Leslie R. Smith
James B. Tuttle
William H. Kingsley
Allan B. Frost
Otis H. Forbush
Irmai Durkee
Standard Apple Spraying Schedule Emphasizes Timed Treatments
The article urges strict adherence to a proven spray timetable to avoid wasted effort and materials. It outlines a four spray program for apples, detailing lime sulfur, arsenate of lead, and nicotine sulfate usage at specific phenological stages, and notes variations by orchard and pest pressures. It also directs readers to Extension Bulletin No 34 and a stone fruit schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts Agricultural College
Oil May Cure Leprosy and Tuberculosis Link
Chammoogra oil long used against leprosy shows promise, with recent findings on similarities between the germs of leprosy and tuberculosis. Government experiments will explore tuberculosis treatment in Hawaii.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawaii
Easter Concert by Trinitarian Church Sunday School
An Easter program presented Sunday evening by the Trinitarian church Sunday School under Mrs Charles H. Towle. The event featured speaking by young ladies and songs by groups of children, forming the basis of the Easter theme assisted by a ladies choir.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Trinitarian Church
Charles H. ‘Towle
M i
Pageant on Next Friday Evening Delights Concord Pupils
A large pageant titled The Light will be staged at Monument Hall and Concord Junction's Harvey Wheeler school next Friday evening. About 150 public school pupils from Concord and Junction will perform drills dances and speaking parts grouped into nine stages of educational growth. Teachers in charge include Miss Sawyer Miss Richardson Miss Burpee Miss Rogers Miss Minna Findeisen Miss Maude Findeisen Miss McGill and Miss Clahane. The event is organized by the Parent Teachers Association of both districts with many tickets sold and expected large audiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord
The
Junction
Monument Hall
Harvey Wheeler
Concord Junction
Sawyer
Richardson ‘Invention
Burpee
Rogers
Garvey
Minna Findeisen
Maude Findeisen
McGill
Clahane
Parent-Teachers’ Association
Concord High School announces baseball schedule
Coach Earle W Peck ham unveils an 18 game slate for Concord High School baseball with captain Robert Williams. Season opens April 9 and ends June 8 featuring games against Maynard Middlesex Waltham Alumni Belmont LaSalle B C High Fitchburg Middlesex Lowell Framingham Lexington Natick and more with two open dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earle W. Peckham
Concord
Robert Williams
Maynard
Middlesex
Waltham
Belmont
LaSalle
B. C. High
Open
Fitchburg
Lowell
Framingham
Lexington
Natick
Mrs Peck Entertained at Concord Woman's Club
The Concord Woman's Club met in the Unitarian church vestry on Monday afternoon with Mrs Nina Fales Peck giving an excellent entertainment. Tea followed, marking the last regular meeting of the season. The annual business meeting is set for April 11 at 3 p.m. with committee reports to be read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord Woman's Club
Unitarian Church
Nina Fales Peck
Concord Musical Club Holds Regular Meeting
A regular meeting of the Concord musical club was held on Tuesday at Mrs Smiths home. A pleasing program of song was rendered and tea was served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord Musical Club
Duggan Named to Boston College Maroon and Gold Squad
Elmer Duggan survives tryout and earns a pitcher spot for Boston College baseball this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duggan
Elmer Duggan
Boston
Prayers for Late Cardinal Gibbons
Prayers were asked at all the masses Sunday for the repose of the late Cardinal Gibbons who died last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cardinal Gibbons
Collectors in Irish Drive Meet With Success
The committee appointed by the K. of C. to take up contributions among the members for the Irish Relief Fund are meeting with much success. Already a goodly sum has been collected. FOR SALE Houses of eight rooms and bath all modern improvements with stable and garage mar30 tf
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. of C
Irish Relief Fund
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Red Crows
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Hed Cross
Ther
W. P. Lapham & CO
Carter
Brush Fire
Union Church
Charles Doyle Junior
West Acton
Acton Center
Boomerang
Grange
John B. Kahlainen
Douglas Ave
E. W. Carlson
Commonwealth Ave
Peck
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