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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1959
Page
3
Fragmentary note references traffic changes by a local contractor on ABW KS for May 12 Nar Day and a Sunday event. Mentions possible $92 reduction and inquiries to an attorney. Contains unclear phrases about mail and Mother's items.
West Concord Mr and Mrs Jean P Berube announce the engagement of their daughter Claire C to William F Gower son of Mr and Mrs Frank J Gower of Concord He is the couple lists Fitchburg State Teachers College Concord High School Thoreau School Babson Institute and Easter Company Claire teaches third grade at Thoreau School The November wedding is planned
First witness Assistant District Attorney Francis J. Baxter named Supt Edward Grennan of the reformatory in the grand jury room during a four hour hostage incident at West Concord Middlesex. Police Lt Cornelius Crowley testified as lead investigator and other guards and state police were slated to testify. Five alleged leaders named include Charles D Bull Martin 36 a kidnapper Peter Makarewicz Jr 15 who murdered a Norwood girl Charles Woods a burglar Thomas P Cartino 28 a kidnapper and James Parker a robber.
Concord Stephen Livernash and Peter Devaney led at the Newton Invitational with Brookline Newton and Latin schools sending three top students each. After 12 rounds 78 participants narrowed to six, then Livernash and Caldwell of Latin fell, with Devaney winning top underclassman and Livernash earning a $25 prize for second.
Town officials read a complaint letter from the Chamber about a recent garage bid to an out-of-town firm that was $5 cheaper than a member’s bid. Renewal licenses for intelligence services issued to Office Aid Employment Service, Inc. and Natalie MacInnes Homemaker Service.
A Friday noon luncheon at the iEx tension Service schoolhouse was organized by the home economics group with the theme Sparing Calories Behind the Scenes. County Women’s Advisory council president Mrs Roger Clarke presided while speakers included Joseph Brown county director Mrs Anna Casey Irene Blanchard Mrs Barbara West and county home economics agents. Details for Homemakers Day on May 27 were announced. Local attendees included Mrs Ruth Wheeler and others. the menu totaled 571 calories.
West Concord Ww. L Mac Michael, manager of an IBM plant, announced the transfer of F. George Schanz to IBM Dayton New Jersey card manufacturing facility as departmental technician in the card order department. Schanz joined IBM at Endicott, New York, after serving in World War II. he and his wife Sue have a son.
Karl Bratton notes the festival includes large cities Boston and Scananguin with Benedictus and Eleisan from Hayden Mess. Polly Anderson plays piano as Concord Junior High and smaller schools compete. Francis Findlay at Boston University and Leon R. Corliss praise the choir and orchestra with A and B ratings.
Rotary’s weekly luncheon at H Johnson’s room featured Dr. Charles H. Duston introducing Frank bse iat mara who spoke on the Rex plant in Acton. President Chester D. Smethurst presided and attendees included Rene DuBerger George F. Rohan Rep John M Eaton Jr John Forbes Rev Robert Barber Clayton Mersereau and others. In 1896 Vermont became the first state to allow civilians to vote by absentee ballot.
Concord officials announce a Red Cross bloodmobile visit at First Parish Church on the appointed date. The drive runs from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with Concord Als team coordinating donor appointments and serving as co chairmen in the effort.
Town Manager Theodore M Nelson announces the resignation of Roma on 5 he render eetve n Jr from the Concord Police Department. Kenneth Brooke Hiscoe, 25, of Walden terrace Hag, is appointed patrolman in the vacancy. Hiscoe, born in Boston, served three years in the armed forces and recently worked as a street cleaner with prior Winchester ties. He will join the staff as patrol officer after training and qualification.
Atty. John J. Sheehan and Terie Brough ton TV promote a memorial lecture at Wells A. Hall. The event includes moving pictures from fairs and a PB project. Proceeds will support a local high school scholarship fund.
The Concord Country Club hosts the senior prom with decorations led by Nancy Sikerica and entertainment coordinated by Sue Webster. Pat Rie Mastic and Pat Di Light organize the night’s activities as seniors prepare for the dance and festivities.
Artie Gore, a former National League umpire, will be guest speaker at the Wells A. Hell Little League night. The event invites players and families to share in baseball memories and community support.
Town records show 1174 dogs in Concord with 634 registered, leaving 540 unlicensed. Kennels not included in this tally.
Voters approved a 15000 surplus from revenue to aid the Sino levy and rescinded a 2000 annual appropriation after discussion. A 373.17 vote aided the Concord Carlisle Regional School Committee and allowed the superintendent’s assistant raise. Transfers of 800 from machinery funds were approved.
The board of selectmen held a meeting where the special was discussed and the next regular session was scheduled. A Sunday morning worship service at First Religious Unitarian Church featured Rev. Dr. Alert dles maceuer with plans for the May 16 hall meeting at 8 o'clock noted and the public invited.
Joseph Zaboliiski, Northeastern grid coach and former Boston College star linesman, will address a local committee. Rudolph W. Currier chairs the committee with Haskell leading the ticket drive, as plans include private tables and a banquet.
City records list permits totaling 83 300 with multiple projects. New residences include William Ry cote and other names, with 19800 to 231 230 for new construction and 261 580 for midited alterations.
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