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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1945
Page
5
Announcement notes the birth of a son, James J., on April 30 at Emerson Hospital to Mrs. Marion Murphy and her husband who is connected to the navy. The couple also has an older daughter named Marion.
Mrs Katherine F Anderson of Crescent road Crescent town is among 69 Massachusetts residents who contributed to the United Nations in Europe foster parent plan for war children for April. Mrs Edna Blue, district executive chairman, faces the effort. Buy war bonds and stamps.
The Maynard gathering for the VFW and Auxiliary installation drew strong turnout. Commander William Baron presided as John Powers Massachusetts VFW officer led the ceremony with James Riley as officer of the day. Past Commander David Foley received the Mast Commander’s badge. A five member entertainment group offered cowboy songs and tap dancing, followed by refreshments organized by Miss Flannery.
Local conservation officers publish a guide to prime trout fishing waters near Concord. The list covers Concord River Sudbury River Warner’s Pond Grove Pond Long Pond Forge Pond Ayer Carlisle Westford and other spots along the Middlesex county area.
The Young Women’s Study Group met at Mrs. Hammond’s home for a South American themed evening with dessert and coffee, featuring Brazil Argentina talks by members and a display of travel photos. Future plans include a May 16 meeting hosted by Mrs Hicon Westhaver with paper products sale supporting Girl Scouts, and a May 31 annual meeting with officer elections after a dinner at Old Man Dam in Concord.
The Evening Club of the Church of Christ holds its monthly assembly next Sunday at 7 30 P M. Corp Forest DeChme will be the guest speaker sharing experiences from three years in the Pacific. Reservations for supper must be made before Saturday noon by calling Mrs Clinton E Martin Lex 1450 J.
The Bedford United Work group announces a guest luncheon at the Church of Christ. Mrs Lyndon Erikins chairs the event with Mrs Edwin F. Que and many hostesses listed. Guest speaker Mr Ciara Davis Bridgeman, noted for forty years of service in Jo anaeourd ee Bee, is set to speak.
The Wayland chapter held a meeting with Mrs. Davidson presiding. Officers reported obligations met and work completed. Plans were set for the biennial guest day on June 2 at the humanitarian church in Wayland with the chapter hosting state officers and regents from neighboring chapters.
A successful card party hosted by Mrs. William Pierce on Page Road concluded a series of St. Michael's Tabernacle Society gatherings. A luncheon and whist drew guests from out of town. dinner won by Paul Olepp of Billerica. consolation prizes awarded to Mrs. P E Rimmerman and Miss Cox.
Bedford PTA stages a three act comedy titled "Three Bright Girls" set in a farm house living room with a mystery plot. Cast includes Mrs Doroths, Mrs Marion Englehardt, and Mrs Lois Duff as the three girls. Director was Mrs Gilbert A Philips. ill Mrs Jamesoe McQuaid unable to attend. Tickets sold via Mrs Isner. fundraiser by the Ways and Means committee received strong support.
Bedford group the Girl Scout Association met with Mrs Charles Barrett on Hancock Street to review summer camping possibilities and transportation uncertainties. The discussion focused on plans and logistics for upcoming activities.
The Maynard Woman's Club held a Tuesday afternoon luncheon at K of C Hall chaired by Mrs G Kaler. Officers for the coming year were announced including President Mrs Victor Peppard and Vice President Mrs Frank Grieves. a Mexico trip talk by Mrs Stuart Allen followed.
The Red Cross mobile blood bank will be in Marlboro and Sudbury on May 17 from 12 45 PM to 3 30 PM. Registration starts May 10. The bank relocates to 1916 Main Street and urges plasma donations, hoping many people will participate.
The Kitchen Canaries held their final season meeting at Mrs Eugene W Conner's home on Hancock Street. County 4H agent Mrs Brown presented first year pins to several members. Blue ribbons for cooking were awarded to Jeanny O Leary Louise Albini Alice Damery Patty Googan Betty Riessle Joan Wanamaker Carol Wanamaker Ellen Stacey and Priscilla Murray. Tea for mothers followed with songs and games before adjournment.
Mrs Arthur V Howland returns from Mt Vernon Virginia after visiting her daughter Mrs A Kloman. Mildred Gutterson to be visiting at her summer home in Hol. Petty Officer 3rd Class Mic ton Bartlett arrives Sunday for a week’s leave before heading to the West Coast for assignment.
A fatal stabbing occurred Friday morning at the Massachusetts Reformatory in West Concord. The victim, 21 year old William H. Delfino of Roxbury, formerly of West Concord, died from wounds after an attack by Curtis, a 24 year old Worcester parole violator. Delfino’s funeral was held Tuesday at St Patrick’s Church Roxbury. The assault prompted immediate security actions and possible grand jury referral for Curtis next month.
Seaman Stuart Jr was part of the crew that won the boat race on Charles last Saturday. J. T. defeated Harvard with Professor and Mrs Edgerly watching from the course.
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