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Newspaper

Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1929

Page

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Utilities Commission Sanctions Woolen Company Sale

The Public Utilities Commission approves Edison Electric Illuminating Boston and American Woolen Company sale of the Woolen Company's electric distributing system in Maynard and Acton. Consumers gain adequate supply and potential price savings. purchase price set at 381000 dollars.

Edison &Co American Woolen Co Maynard Acton Utilities Commission Edison Electric Illuminating Company of Boston American Woolen Company Hoison Electric’ Summar Company American Woolen Aody Maynard Acton

Chapter Holds Special Night at Masonic Lodge Meeting

At the Masonic lodge in Tuesday night session the Past Matrons and Patrons held a special night with twenty nine guests. A six thirty banquet followed under Mrs Gale guiding. miniature gavels were issued as favors. Numerous officers and associates performed ritual work and presented nets to sisters during a Mother Cook's Night event.

Stern Star Tron Gale Ellen Jones Benjamin Derby Josephine I. Brown Katherine W. Farrington Secry Bertha Yindon Gap R Carrie L. Dye Clara M. ‘Willis Associa Ruth P.ler S. Helen H. Marshal Ruth A. Pratt Nist B. Blanche Hewitt Beatrice Elmes Ruth Louise Hosmer Hsther Life Show Martha Mraj Agness Electa Sadie Vary John Hy Sen Louis Pfeiffer George W. Parsons Adah Winslow J. N Ray Wheeler Esther John Anderson Gardiner W. Law Mother Cook Flar- M. Duren N. Allen Flor M. Duren Rutherstetion Belmont

Sudbury Folk Attend MLA C Meet at M A C

Miss Miriam Giles led a group to Amherst on May 4 for M A C High School Day. M A C defeated Trinity 64 to 62 in track and beat Northeastern 2 to 1 in baseball. Gordon Hunter, Sudbury High 1925, placed second in the mile as Trinity won. Maynard Women’s Club luncheon tickets go on sale May 10 for May 14 event through Eva Frye Mary Sanderson or Leslie McGarry.

Missi Miriam Giles Mildred B. Hunter Walter Laberee Caroline Stone Amherst Sudbury M. A.C Trinity Northeastern Gordon Hunter Sudbury High School M.A. C Maynard Womens Club Eva Frye Mary Sanderson Lessie McGarry

DeMolay Minstrels End Men Deliver Crowded Show

A DeMolay Chapter minstrel show drew a full house on Friday night. The program featured end men, solos, duets, novelty dances, and comic bits with names such as Robert Lester Forest Nelson Arvid Kujula Richard Lowden and Ronald MacKenzie among performers. Acton West Concord and local participants were listed with a late flourish of magical effects and a closing act by William Duck.

L. D. Wilson Chapter Chioe Robert Lester Forest Nelson Arvid Kujula Richard Lowden Edwin Carrton, Jr Mandalay Ronald MacKenzie West Concord Eric Farnell Eric Farrell Edwin Carlton Jr Robert Madsen Irving Wooldridge Albert Tucker Murray MacKenzie Howard King Allan ‘Palmer Ralph Smith Harlan Larkin George Weaving Albert Foster Davia Laasanen Reino’ Luoma Phillip ‘Elson Leviy Donovan Lawrence Chandler Henry Murphy Kefineth Bursaw Hollis Barlow Raymond Drechsler William Walters Robert Forest Piston Bones Arvid Kujula Ard Lowden Acton Miss Irma Durkee West Acton Martin Kenney Riboros

Concord Muteat Club Elects Officers At Annual Meeting

The Concord Muteat Club held its annual business meeting at 91 Main Street, electing Mrs. Charles E. Brown as president for another term. New officers include Mrs. S. Merwin as vice president, Mrs. Leon F. Foss secretary, Mrs. Harry B. Little assistant secretary, and Mrs. John Morse treasurer. A children's musical program featured violin by Clarice Kent and piano pieces by several members, followed by refreshments. The meeting closed the season and will resume in October.

Concord Muteat Club Charles E. Brown Main Street Brown S. Merwin Leon F. Foss Harry B. Little John Morse Claric Kent Helen Blanchard Rosemond Coolidge Elizabeth Mmon Margart Waton Virgina Ferry Mason Harlow Cynthia Virginia Hoar Richard Howard Miriam” Little Salley Mullett William Rudd Annie Sanborn Jeanette Todd Virginia Vialle Henry Smith Gertrude Muiread

Concord Girl Anna My Aiding CHS 26 Treasures

Fragment confirms Anna My aiding from Concord High School class of 1926 named treasurer. Details unclear due to damaged OCR but assigns financial duties to the CHS student.

Concord Girl Jackson Miss Anna Col

Concord Unitarian Laymen's League Elects Officers

In Concord on May 3 at the Coxford Chapter annual meeting held in the Hirst Parish vestry, Whitney TM 8 Smith was elected president for a second year. Ste Newcombrailer became president. Clarence Bodishy secretary. H Whittemore Bro vice president. Douglas Mille Hollis S. Howe and Julian Bailey Philip A. Davis named to the executive committee. The officers reported the organization in good condition and no meeting until next October.

Concord Whitney Smith Sudbury Road Coxford Unitarian Laymen's League Hirst Parish Vacrrieg Ste Newcombrailer Clarence Bodishy H. Whittemore Bro Douglas” Mille Hollis S. . Howe Julian Bailey Philip A. Davis Anports Thi Ter Nex

Town Finance Committee considers sewerage system and water land purchase

The Finance Committee led by Joshua seeks details on the sewerage system cost and connections as it weighs a $100,000 borrowing order. Water Commissioners seek $5500 for White Pond land purchase. School heating upgrade and Glendale Street house acquisition near Roosevelt school are also on the town meeting warrant.

Town’ Finance Comm Joshua Herbert H Leslie P J Sullivan Abert Lar Lahn John H Murray Otte Jacob Laurilla Hamed George Pear Geral Court White Pond Main Street Glendale Street Roosevelt School

Miss Towne Receives Honor at Jackson Tufts Ceremony

Miss Lois Towne CHS 725 and Jackson 29 received her numeral for athletic proficiency as Jackson College and Tufts students gathered in Goddard chapel for the Junior Day awards opening ceremony led by Miss Towne and Jackson College officials.

Concord Lois Towne Jackson Jackson College Tufts and Jackson Colleges Goddard Chapel Towney

Harold K Hanson Resigns from Maynard Police Department

Harold K Hanson has submitted his resignation as a member of the Maynard Police Department to the Board of Selectmen The Board will take action on it at a meeting to be held tonight

Harold K. Hanson Maynard Police Department Board of Selectmen

Concord Country Club Golf Program Preview for Year

May 4 to July 4 schedule announced by Walter M Johnson marks the 11th year as golf executive. No open tournaments this season. Events include handicap medal play, Middlesex cup, four ball medal play, mixed foursomes, and driving and putting contests for men and women with multiple handicap rules and prize structures.

Walter M. Johnson Concord Middlesex Jane Eivine Ives

Mrs Tower Celebrates 95th Birthday in Concord

The Enterprise extends warm congratulations to Mrs Tower of Concord on reaching 95. Born May 1, 1834, she enjoys good health for her age, loves motoring with her son, and keeps busy with reading knitting and sewing. Her late husband Alonzo Tower once worked with Brigham Company in Boston.

Tower Concord Alonzo Tower Brigham ‘Company Boston Trinitarian Congregational Church of

Chief Bean Reappointed To Eighth Fire Chief Term

Silas A. Seans of 7 Priest West Concord was reappointed chief for his eighth annual term by the Board of Fire Engineers. The board and four fire companies were organized at Central Fire Station with Engine Company 1 under George W. Deacon and Ladder Company 1 under Michael Mullaney. West Concord Engine Company 2 is led by Robert Prentiss with Frank McTean and Henry Harmon as staff, while Ladder Company 2 is led by Fred Hart with Hans Joy and John Wallace as crew.

Silas_A. Seans West Concord Board of Fire Engineers Central Fire James J. Mara John Olsen Martin Mullaney Central Fire Station George W. Deacon Rene DuBererg Ernest _Hinsman Michael Mullaney Denniscot Licoyd Howe West Concord Fire House Robert Prentiss Frank Mc Tean Henry Harmon Fred. Hart Hans Joy Heutenant John Wallace

Anniversary concert marks Division 44 event in Concord

Concord May 8 thirteenth anniversary of Division 44 Ladies Auxiliary Ancient Order of Hibernians observed with supper and concert in Monument Hall. Guests included Rev William H Finnick and Rev Fr Healey. Mary Gleason and Mrs Tierney spoke. Program featured Miss Mary Woodlock James Loughlin and others with dance and vocal numbers. committee led by Mrs Bye Culkins.

Concord Ladies’ Auxiliary Ancient Order of Hibernians Monument Hall Wiliam’ H. Finnick St. Bernard's Church Fr. Healey Mary Gleason Middlesex County Tierney Gavin Hurley Mary McCarthy Maynord Edward W. Sheehan Knight of Concord Council K. of C Joseph M. Collins Order of Hibernians' of Concord Mary Christian John Dolan Eva. Dee James J. Loughlin John Woodlock Mary Woodlock Thomas

Observance notices May meeting of Concord American Legion Auxiliary

The Concord American Legion Auxiliary held a May supper at the Veterans' Building under chair Mrs. William J. Crogsley and a committee. President Mrs. Howard B. Daniels led the May business session planning Memorial Day activities and selecting delegates to the State convention in Plymouth June 13 to 15.

Concord James J. Mansfield Vetrans William J. Crogs-ley Granville Holden Hattie Clark David Haesy Katherine Hayes J. William Byron Russell F. Parsons Howard B. Daniels Auxiliary Legion Grand Army Edward Finan Mary Flavin Horton Edmands William L. Fitzpatrick William Dee Julia Dee Daniels

Odd Fellowship 110th Anniversary Observed Tonight

The 110th anniversary of Odd Fellowship to be observed with a program at Cooperative Hall tonight by Maynard Lodge. Included are vocal and instrumental selections by the melody tour readings by Hazel Childs and musical performances. Arrangements are by a committee including Albert Hodges James Leithead Robert Lester Henry Price A G MacPherson Eleanor Price and Marion Butterworth.

Odd Fellowship Cooperative Hall Maynard Lodge Ll Robert. Lester Henry BE. Price A.G. MacPherson Eleanor Serial Price Marion Butterworth

Concord Board Hears Electric Light Plant Sale Debate

At West Concord school the Concord Board of Trade discusses whether to sell the electric light plant. Edward B Ger, ex board president and Concord Municipal Light Board member, outlines the issue with data while Samuel Hoar defends keeping the plant.

Concord Concord Board “of Trade West Concord Thomas Hollis, Jr Edward B Ger Concord Municipal Light Board Caiger Samuel Hoar Hoison Wallace B

Assabet Institution of Savings elects officers for new term

Maynard May 8 Charles H Persons reelected president of the Assabet Institution for Savings trustees elect Parker first vice president Case second vice president Howard A Wilson clerk and trustees for three years Henry H Warren of Stow elected to succeed the late Frank E Sanderson The bank plans new land purchase on Nason Street for four modern bank buildings with plans by Hutchins and Fretch architects of Boston construction to begin soon The bank marks its twenty fifth anniversary opening June 1 and the cornerstone may be laid that date.

Maynard Charles H. Persons Aaselbet Institution For Savings Thomas F. “Parker William B. Case Howard A. Wilson W. B. Case Guyer Fowler Thomas F. ‘Parker Charles H ‘Persons Frank B. Sanderson Henry H. Warren Stow Frank E. Sanderson Howard A. ‘Wilson Henry H. ‘Warren Frank 4. Stevens Assebet Institution Nason James. Priest Hutchins and Fretch Boston Bank Charlee Hh Petee Ov Pr Ae Sons Thomas ¥On Wil B. Case Guyer Fowler Walker Oswald C. Ae W. Holt Sidney Assabet Institution Ngs

Times Have Changed earns state health play prize

Concord High School, with actors Elizabeth W Blodgett Frederick Craig Margar ea McGann Leslie Peterson and Norman C Spencer Jr in the cast, presented Times Have Changed at Copley Theatre Boston. The show won third prize and $260 in an interstate health play writing contest, behind Just A Family Affair and It Makes a Difference.

Elizabeth W. Blodgett Frederick* Craig Margarea McGann Leslie Peterson Norman C Spencer, Jr Concord High ‘School West Warwick R. L Thelma Fuller Thelma Kittredge Donald Caswell Richard Emerson Manchester N. H Concord High School

Tompkins Captures First Award at Interscholastic Meet

Concord May 8 Bob Tompkins former Concord High star set a new record at the Boston College interscholastic track and field meet with a 48 foot 434 inch throw to win first prize and five points for New Prep. Flannery of Concord High placed second in his trial heat and in the quarter final. Daniel Kelley of Concord won his 440 heat in 56 seconds.

Concord Bob” Tompkins Concord High Boston College New Prep Flannery Concord High Ana Daniel Kelley

Injured Crossing Tender Struck By Auto Near Concord

John Tracey, a crossing tender on Marlboro Road, was struck by an automobile owned by Ernest H. Granstom of Barrett Mill Road, Concord, while flagging the 10 train Monday night. He suffered severe injuries and was reported in serious condition at his Marlboro home.

Gun Yields to Rod In Morning Fishing Contest

A brief note reports a local fishing event where a hunter or angler chose fishing over a prior engagement. The scene mentions a rod, a lure, and a turnout at a society run activity, highlighting the preference for fishing over other pursuits.

Local Officials Extend Time for Public Voting Materials

Police note delays in finalizing ballots and urge committees to finish reports. Extra time aims to ensure voters receive complete information for informed decisions on key matters.

Ec Emey

Concord D A R Meeting Set for Saturday Afternoon

The Concord D A R chapter will hold a meeting of the Old Concord D AR at the First Paris meeting house. Officers will be elected for the coming year and Mrs Horton Edmands will preside with hostesses listed as the House Committee including Mrs Blinn Mr Blanchard Mrs Edmands Mrs Morse and Mrs Emith.

Louise Skaw Adams Bridges West Concord Conwine Daughters Paris E Ternoon Eal Ron Sepeen Continental — Congress the Tegent Horton Edmands House Committee Blinn Blanchard Edmands Morse Emith

High School Pupils Win Typing Medals at Manard Assembly

Four pupils in the Commercial Department at Ma nard High School received medals for typing proficiency. Recipients include Lyyli Kivinen, Elsbeth Leithead, Signe Kivinen, and William King, with prizes awarded by Remington Typewriter Co. for efficiency in typing.

Manard High School 6the’ Commercial Department Lyyli Kivinen Els Beth Leithead Signe Kivinen William King T Remington Typewriter. Com

Auction Sale of Ant Modern Furniture at Capon Gibbons Sale

Auction to be held May 1929 at 100 State on the old residence of John T cord road. Furniture offered includes dressing table mahogany spire bureau inlaid tables card receivers gate legged table rocking chair and many more pieces. Cash terms lunch served by a caterer. Charles R Capon and John T Gibbons conduct the sale.

John T. Ng

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