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09 May 1928
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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1928
Page
1
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Hawthorne Chapter held a Patrons Night observing Matron and Patron roles with ceremonies led by Mrs. Sadie Varvied and Worthy Patrons. Guests included Mrs. Melissa E. Cook the Grand Matron of Massachusetts with elaborate rites, addresses, solos, and a large turnout filling the Chapter Room.
A large turnout at Concord Grange No. 150 hall supported the annual Educational Aid event. E Powers led lively bidding for baskets, with Mrs. Alice Hunt and Mrs. Adelaide Sims winning top honors. judges Annunsac Grange and West Concord oversaw contests. Readers Nettie A Save and Miss Adams performed, joined by Benjamin Clark, FF Adams and others in a staged program.
Middlesex School beats Boston Latin at North Saturday performance uncertain as batting and fielding decide the outcome. The home team showed strong moments but errors kept the game tight with late drives and pivotal plays shaping the result.
Mrs. Belle Meyers, age 82, celebrated her birthday in Maynard with friends from town. She remains active and walks daily in all weather, earning the local nickname champion berry picker. Local staff and visitors sent cards and gifts while out of town friends offered messages and ice cream contributions.
The Ladies' Benevolent Society met at Union Congregational church parlor on Thursday afternoon. Reelected president Mrs. George H Gutteridge and named officers including vice president Mrs Beatrice Jordan secretary Mrs Eva Fryé treasurer Mrs Lessie McGarry auditor Mrs Mary Newton social secretary Mrs Edward Nealey and committee heads Mrs Sadie Priest custodian Mr Essa Case. The group will hold its annual meeting on the first Thursday in December in the future.
Inspectors Barrett and Scede of Lowell from the Registrar of Motor Vehicles will conduct TM brake and light tests in Monument Square on Wednesday and Thursday May 16 and 17. The tests are voluntary with no penalties and owners will be notified if equipment is found deficient.
Miss Hazel Nelson daughter of Mrs. Robert Jackson and Louis Wilcox son of Mr and Mrs. Peter Wilcox were married Saturday evening in a ceremony conducted by Rev. William Boi court at the bride’s home. Bridesmaid Miss Florence Jackson and best man Louis Peck attended. The couple, both graduates of local high school, will reside in Arlington after a wedding tour. The groom, a Northeastern College graduate, is a civil engineer with the Middlesex County Commissioners and a member of Charles A. Welch Lodge. The bride belongs to Mizpah Rebekah Lodge.
Inspectors Barrett led the vehicle tests in Maynard with 260 cars checked on Parker Street near Glenwood Cemetery. Brake tests: 156 cars 88 passed 68 failed. light tests: 104 cars 30 passed 65 failed. Next sessions set for May 18 with afternoon brake tests and evening light tests in Maynard, and May 16–17 in Concord at Monument Square.
Sudbury played three base ball games against Weston Dover and Maynard Seconds. They lost at Weston 6-1 due to untimely hitting, fell to Dover 18-14, and won at Sudbury 16-42 with Hunter as pitcher and Lowell catching.
The Cord Masonic Corporation held its annual meeting at the Masonic Temple on May 2. Treasurer Thomas L. Sanborn and President Edward B. Caiger reported a healthy condition. Sanborn was re-elected treasurer and Warren B. Goddard as clerk. Directors chosen: Howard B. Caiger, Howard B. Daniels, Robert D. Donaldson, Harold J. Judkins, and Benjamin Moody.
A large reception welcomed Rev C E Carroll new pastor of the Methodiet church and fifty new members. The event featured addresses, musical numbers, and a warm reception line with town officials, clergy, and many residents. The church recorded a salary raise to 3000 and a parsonage addition.
Officials report the Russell Bridge on the Assabet near the Maynard Stow line suffered partial collapse last week and is a total wreck this week. State Engineer Fred Sabin and Streets Superintendent John Driscoll inspect to report to the Selectmen. A new concrete bridge is expected and the bridge may close to traffic until September.
Peter Wilcox resigns as master on May 1 and says he has been in harness for eight years. He plans a relaxing summer and has already turned down several offers of employment.
Several children from the Lucky enter school earned medals in the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Poster Contest. Honorable mentions include Lillian Bartlett, Doris Way, and Ruth Gotberg. The Sudbury Grammar School plans away games, a high school day visit to the Massachusetts Agricultural College, and a school clinic for diphtheria protection at the centre School with sessions in May.
Maynard K. of C. bowling team earned second place in the opening match of a Webster tournament on Monday night. Twelve K. of C. Councils competed for silver cups awarded to the top five man, three man, and two man teams in the event.
Concord May 9 the twelfth anniversary of Division 44 Ladies Auxiliary Ancient Order of Hibernians was observed at Monument Hall. A large turnout enjoyed a supper directed by Mrs Sarah Ferguson and an entertainment program led by Mrs Stella Hickson with vocal solos by Mrs Nellie Keefe and dances by Mrs Mary. The costume party was postponed to Friday May 18.
Concord High School finished fourth at the Worcester Tech Interscholastic meet held Saturday in Worcester. Schenectady New York won, with Worcester South Spencer and Newton also outranking Concord. Ricker of Concord led the mile race while Schenectady swept pole vault and discus events, and several events remained unsettled due to broken equipment.
Miss Josephine Jewell selects debutante circle as bridal attendants for her June wedding to Le Baron Caleton Colt at St Pauls Dedham. Ruth Baylies to bear honor as wedding singer. ceremony conducted by Rev Dexter assisted by Rev Whittemore. Reception planned at Stone Mill Medfield. Colt a MIT graduate 1926. best man James Crain Jr. of Spokane.
Concord High School Glee Club staging Julius Wichberg’s 1862 opera The Doctor of Alcantara under Music Director R. Norman Hudspeth drew strong praise. Performers including Spencer as the Doctor and Carlos portrayed by Robert Tompkins received acclaim, with the ensemble delivering tuneful choral work and encores amid enthusiastic crowds.
Mrs George R Blinn of Washington Bedford attended the annual Congress of the DAR in Washington along with evening reception and luncheon. Guests reported included Mrs Eeith Nourse Rogers congresswoman Mrs Frances Wood Mrs Cutter and Miss M Lenore Blinn also present at the event.
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