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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1932
Page
4
Fragmented OCR reveals a local newspaper masthead for Marlboro Massachusetts titled The Weekly Enterprise. It includes publication notes, post office processing, and subscription rates, with references to nearby towns and generic notices.
A fragmented piece argues that government costs must be cut before tax relief, noting per capita spending in 146 cities and asserting tax cuts hinge on reducing government size. It contends improving administration and electing capable officials are needed before lowering rates.
In a broad statement, Harry J. Frent of the American Bankers Association argues railroad prosperity drives national business growth. He cites $11.0 billion in outstanding railroad notes and $3.0 billion in reserves backing bonds and notes, plus $4 billion in wages and dividends as rail profits spread across families and industries. He urges fair regulatory changes to ensure railroads compete on equal footing with other carriers.
The article praises the cotton industry for a wise two year pace in production and promotion. It notes Hoover advised silk trades using cotton guidance and mentions a silk man’s remarks to the President. It also highlights a Spencer Virginia jail warden, a woman, and comments on caring for inmates and children.
A local committee led by Jon Parks calls for public backing to move forward with a community play project. They urge residents to engage and assist in securing necessary approvals.
Mrs Carl Blomberge and Miss Mabel Richards of Waltham visit friends in the Center. Chief Davison of the Fire Department drilled the men Friday evening laying and coupling 1500 feet of hose. Auctioneer Burr to sell at Joel Haynes house on Sunday. Superintendent Noyes and crew clean streets for spring. Branch Library approach improved near Town Hall.
The Maynard Legion Auxiliary announces its annual poppy drive to honor fallen soldiers and support veterans in hospitals and families in need. Volunteers will craft red silk poppies, teaching the public the symbol's meaning and urging remembrance during Memorial Day activities.
Marlboro Thedore Huntington aged seventy of Farm Road was taken ill while watching a pond dynamiting operation at Farm and Framingham roads yesterday afternoon. Dr George J Delaney provided first aid and he was taken home by the police ambulance with Police Chief Francis Bastien and Officer Bert T Mitchell. He was reported much better this morning at his sister's home.
The Ralph EF and John W. Manning Post VFW drum and bugle corps took top honors at Pawtucket Rhode Island in the New England States drum corps contest winning two silver cups and a $150 prize. The corps swept Class A events including best playing and best drilling and was named best all around corps. Twenty one units from Massachusetts Connecticut and Rhode Island competed.
The YPRU sponsored a bridge and whist night in the Unitarian Parish hall after supper by the Ladies' Alliance. Robert Fletcher won first prize for bridge, followed by William Witherbee, Mrs Luther Blackwell, and Mrs Laura Cross. Whist honors went to Mrs Arthur Willard, Herbert Bemis, Mrs Warren Willard, and Mrs Herbert Bemis. Roger Witherbee provided piano for dancing after cards.
Claudio LaCroix of Chestnut street reported his car found in Stamford Connecticut Saturday morning. He said after the car was found he discovered the radiator cap a set of Blackhawk tools two woolen blankets and a reflector on his registration plates were stolen. There was no gain in the car and the battery was dead.
The West Concord Union Church pastor Reverend Alfred Wheeler Stone delivered the morning sermon titled The Land of Make Believe. His children's sermon addressed Why the Car Did Not Go. A Communion Service followed at 4 PM.
John Freeman died Sunday April 1h. Funeral held Tuesday morning April 26 at Lady Help of Christians Church West Concord with high mass. Burial at St Bernard's Cemetery Concord. Freeman was a town resident about 25 years and worked as a weaver. Survived by a widow and two brothers and one sister living in another state.
A large Concord Board of Trade gathering at Warnerhall, W Concord, featured Richard B McSweeny speak on the Federal Probation System. The board resolved to urge Senators and Congresswoman Edith Nourse Rogers to push balancing the national budget. Mrs Leighton and daughter Marguerite Leighton have moved into a new Central Street apartment.
An important Marlboro Bi Centennial committee meeting will be held at City Hall this evening to continue Marlboro’s June 10 celebration plan. Former Mayor Charles F. McCarthy will preside.
The Pepperell unit of the Middlesex County Extension Service won first place in the drama tournament try-out held at Acton Town Hall. The girls presented Between Trains and advance to county finals on June Ninth at Carey Memorial Hall in Lexington during the Annual Homemakers' Picnic.
Maynard urges parents to have children entering first grade physically examined before September. About 8 000 statewide pupils require checks. cost per pupil is 100 77. Appointments set at Roosevelt, Main Street, Bancroft schools May 16 17 25 31 starting 9 am. Vaccination and corrective work urged. return forms by June 10. Children must be six by January 15 1933.
The ladies group delivered a very fine piece of work in presenting their play So's Your Aunt Anna during the competition emphasizing teamwork and stagecraft.
Marlboro motorists are warned by Chief Francis Bastien to stop parking near fire scenes. Vehicles must stay at least 300 feet from lines unless they are fire trucks or engineers’ cars. Repeat offenders risk registration notes and prosecution.
Last rites were held for Mrs Effie Sawyer Temple wife of Theodore Temple at Holy Trinity Church Marlboro. The service was conducted by Rev Walter Tourtellet with organist William Donoghue. Bearers included W Leroy Temple and Richard Sawyer Temple with grandsons N Henry Felton and John Matheson representing Marlboro Grange. Interment followed at Rothlawn cemetery.
Hudson figures participate in a Boston dentists convention and announce alterations to two stores in the Hurlburt block for F W Woolworth. Mrs. Augusta Holden coaches a Mother Mine cast for Reno Post benefit. Alfred Woods spoke on Panama to Hudson Lodge. Patrolman Finnerty starts day beat plus officer Fahey’s night duty. Co M 101st Inf Veterans plan Clinton trip and Regimental Council meets next month. Manning Post Aux hosts a public whist party at Jefts Block.
Peters High School defeated Wayland 11 to 2 in an afternoon game, grabbing their first win of the season. The Southboro team surged in the fourth inning, adding nine runs, as Peters collected 11 hits off two Wayland pitchers, with Burke going 3 for 4 and Baldelli belting a home run.
Berlin Lloyd L Wheeler relocates to Wheeler Hill and resides at the residence of his parents Mr and Mrs Arthur B Wheeler.
The V F W sponsors a May 19 concert with radio artists including contralto Yngves Gibson and baritone Francis Burns plus Florence Perrson and Albert Erickson. W T A G broadcasts semi classical pieces. Proceeds go to the post welfare fund. Committee members are Harry Madden Raymond Baker and Arthur Morel. Tickets available from post members.
Marlboro police report numerous complaints about roller skating on sidewalks and children playing baseball in the streets. Chief Bastien urges parents to stop the activity to prevent injuries.
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