Red Cross to stage peace pageant at Boston conference
The American Red Cross New England Division holds its Spring Conference in Boston May 12 to 13 with about 400 to 500 officers nurses and volunteers from across New England. A 200 member pageant The Red Cross in Peace will be performed by the Boston Metropolitan Chapter with Ruth Mougey Worrell directing.
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Red Cross
Convention Hall
Boston
Gos‘ton
Piviston
Ruth Mougey Worrell
Melon
Jordan
Red Cross of Peace
Lake Division
Washington, D. C
Army
Navy
Spirit of Humanity
Columbia
Red ‘Cross
7 Mt
Henry Copley Greene
Seymour H. Stone
C. Co. Ely
Guy Waring
Ruth French
Ayis Jackson
Anna C. King
James Lawrence, Jr
Arthur G. Rotch
George §. Derby
William H. Harris
American Red Cross
W. Frank Persons
Clara D. Noyes
Dior
Nursing Service
Pearsons
P Red Cross
Missel
Probi
New England
Women urged to save thousands of children with garments
Red Cross official Robert Olds urges American women in Red Cross chapters to boost garment and layette production for Europe. He notes urgent need for two million garments to aid children in Central and Eastern Europe amid wartime devastation. Paris and Boston headquarters relay the appeal as food and medical care largely meet needs elsewhere while clothing remains critical.
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America
Europe
Robert Olds
Red Cross
Paris
Olds
New England
Boston
American Relief Administration
Pete Eat
Fearless Daughters Rally Against Propaganda At DAR Convention
Daughters of the American Revolution join the American Legion in Washington to denounce anti allied propaganda. Mrs. George Minor led the assault, warning loyal Americans to confront agitation without gloves as Janet Richards echoed the plea for unity against foreign influence.
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Daughters of American Revolution
American Legion
Washington
Daughters of the American Revolution
Dete Infes
Dixis
Red
Argonne
America
Russia
Minor
George Minor
Janet Richards
France
United States
F. W. Galbraith, Jr
American’ Legion
Galbraith
Obituary of Lowell A. Jones of Acton
Lowell A. Jones died suddenly at 75 after a two week illness. Born September 1847 in Acton he worked 25 years at Futtie Jones and Wetherbee and drove meat cart locally. He married Sarah Parmeter in 1869 and left a widow, daughter, grandson and granddaughter. funeral at First Universalist Church with burial at Woodland Cemetery.
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Lowell A. Jones
Nest Street
Abram
Harriet
Hosmer) Jones
Acton
Sepember
Jeorge EB. Green
Futtle, Jones and Wetherbee
Sarah A. Parmeter
Sudbury
School Street
West Acton Lodge
Acton Brass Band
First Universalist
Ralph A. Barker
Congregational Church
Harold A. Merriam
Wollaston
Jones
Charles D. Cram
Lowell H. Cram
Everett Montague
West Acton
Ada Marshall
Brookline
Harriet Jones Merriam
South Acton
Oscar Jones
Brooline
Clarence Jones
Somerville
Charles D, Cram
Isolite
Ford
Woddland
Aton ’ S
Taxts
Quotations on Critics and Their Purpose
A reflective, incomplete passage discusses critics as remnants of failed ideas and their varied purposes. It contemplates how criticism can be helpful or harmful, and notes that critics arise from differing spirits and aims.
Soop Now and Grass Growth Warns in Exclusionary Note
The fragmentary text urges caution about growth and feet and mentions a bystand or transcript. It conveys a reflective, cryptic warning without clear event or date, hinting at thematic caution rather than a concrete incident or action.
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Byston Transcript
Bobby's escape to the live animal house at museum
Preferred Them Alive reports Bobby was taken to the museum and spent a short time there before asking to visit the live animal house, expressing dislike for the dried specimens.
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Bobby
Little joys refresh us with Ike house bread delights
A brief reflection on simple pleasures of bread and sweetness. The note mentions Ike house bread and sugar bread, hinting at comfort and satisfaction found in modest treats. No other names or events are provided.
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Ike
Richter
Where Great Men Talk In Nonsensical M Antia Quote
A compact quotation remark on national character from Sterne highlighting the contrast between grand discourse and trivial chatter. The fragment hints at satire on political talk and the perception of character in public life.
Forget Conferring a Favor Prompts Ungenerous Spirit
The quote warns that one who grants a favor should forget it to avoid seeming petty. Reminding someone of a past kindness resembles reproach and may reveal a sordid character, echoing Demosthenes on generosity and memory.
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Demosthenes
Character Development and Fortune's Lap
A compact reflection on self reliance and growth noting that when resources are cast on one’s own fate the individual develops untapped energy and capability. Franklin emphasizes how personal facilities reveal unexpected powers through independent effort.
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Franklin
Time May Bring Changes Says Jud Tunkins
The article quotes Jud Tunkins remarking that a boy enjoying one roller skate may later become a man who appears grouchy in a limousine. It discusses how time shapes personality and appearance.
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Jud Tunkins
Spectacles Once Fashionable Dress Accessory
The article notes that spectacles, when first introduced, were fashionable for many even those not near sighted, reflecting style trends of the era.
Women as Pawn Agents in New York Scene
Women in New York are described as pawning agents, handling pawning for others. The report notes their role in arranging pawned items and acting on behalf of customers within the city.
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New York
Bone Yield Record From Whale in 1883 Report
The article notes a record whale harvest producing 8,110 pounds of bone in 1883, indicating a peak in bone yield from a single whale.
Duration of Moon Eclipse Reported
A total lunar eclipse may last up to one hour and forty five minutes. The circulation notes the duration as the event progresses from full obscuration to total shadow and emergence of the bright edge.
Willow Rebekah Lodge Guests Enjoy Supper in Stoneham
Concord reports Willow Rebekah lodge officers traveled to Stoneham Tuesday night as guests of the Stoneham Rebekah lodge for supper and entertainment. Miss Helen Loring returned from Attleboro to spend the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs A O Loring and was joined by Miss Myra Keep of Attleboro as a guest.
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Willow Rebekah Lodge
Stoneham
Rebekah Lodge
Helen Loring
Attleboro
A. O. Loring
Myra Keep
Chief Bean Retires as Concord Fire Chief After 30 Years
Silas A. Bean of Jencord Junction resigns after 30 years with the Concord Fire Department, including four years as chief. Harry E. Tuttle of Concord named to succeed him, having served as Assistant Chief for four years. Bean praised for faithful service dating to 1917 after Chief Morrill’s death.
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Concord’ Fire Department
Silas A. Bean
Jencord Junction
Harry E. Tuttle
Concord
Tutile
Concord Fire Department
Mr Bean
George E. Morrill
Trinity Church Talks On Practical Education Methods
The Rev Henry K Sherill spoke to Trinity Church women on May 10 at 3 p m under the Women's Auxiliary about practical methods of region education drawing on his experience. The Church Aid Society plans a May 20 afternoon and evening entertainment for the parish with a Maypole party for children and tableaux. On Trinity Sungday May 22 Rev John W Suter Jr educational secretary of the diocese will preach at 11 o'clock in his first Trinity sermon since his appointment, with an expected large attendance.
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New England
Red Cross
James N Rule
Junior Red Cross
Louise Franklin Bache
Junior Red Cross News
James T. Nicholson
C. H. van Tuyl
Henry K. Sherill
the Trinity Church
Church Aid Society
Trinity
John W. Suter
Jis
Officer O'Leary of Boston a former resident
A Boston paper notes Patrolman James J. O'Leary of Station 4 handles theatre traffic on Tremont and Boylston. He is courteous, obliging, and efficient during the busy hours, and is well known in Concord, where he lived before joining the Boston Police Department.
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Boston
Concord
James J. O'Leary
Station 4
Officer O'Leary
Trafic
O'Leary
Eston
Correction notice on Choate Wallingford race result
The Enter Wise corrects last week’s report from Bateman’s Pond stating Choate School of Wallingford defeated Middlesex School by 312 lengths and notes Choate has yet to meet Middlesex.
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Midliesex School
Choate School
Wallingford
Bateman’s Pond
Choate
Battery C Social Draws Largest Crowd At Armory Dance
Battery C held a lively social at the Armory drawing a large crowd. Tinker's orchestra provided music for the Monday evening dance, with dancing continuing until midnight. Miss Mary Selmes of Boston opened her summer home at 8 Sudbury Road.
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Tinker
Battery
Mary Selmés
Boston
Sudbury Rad
Miss Margaret Titcomb Engaged to John Urquhart
Dr George E K Titcomb of 7 Sudbury Road announces the engagement of his daughter Miss Margaret Titcomb to John A Urquhart son of Mr and Mrs Alexander Urquhart of Walden Street Concord No wedding date has been set Margaret Titcomb is a graduate of Mrs Chapman and Miss Jones school Chestnut Hill Philadelphia and a Red Cross member Urquhart is MIT class of 1911
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George EK. Titcomb
Sudbury ‘Yd
Margaret Titcomb
John A. Urquhart
Alexander Urquhart
Walden St
Concord
Miss Titcomb
Chapman
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Button Day success aids starving in Ireland drive
Children of St. Bernard's parish collected over $509 for starving Ireland under local Button Day efforts. The Concord committee thanks town residents for generous support sending funds to Boston headquarters.
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St. Bernard's Parish
Ireland
Concord
Boston
Division 56 to Present The Lost Paradise Play
Division 56 of the AOH will stage The Lost Paradise a three act drama by Ludwig Fulda arranged for the American stage by Henry DeMille. Performances scheduled Wednesday and Thursday evenings May 18 and 19 in Monument hall with local cast.
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Ludwig Fulda
Henry C. DeMille
Division 56
AOH
Monument Hall
Cram Family Attends Funeral of Mrs Cram's Father
West Acton notices report Mr and Mrs C D Cram attended the funeral of Mrs Cram's father. Low ell Jones at South Acton Tuesday. Mrs John McNiff and daughter Ma TY were sick the first of the week. Dr R A Reid of Newton visited his son R A Reid Jr. Mrs J E K Richardson is very sick this week. Grace Richardson of Keene NH is at home this week. Marion Coffey of Boxboro acted in Concord high school play Friday and Saturday night.
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C. D. Cram
Cram
Lowell Jones
South Acton
John McNiff
Ma TY
R. A. Reid
Newton
R. A. Reid Jr
J. EK. Richardson
Grace Richardson
Keene
Marion Coffey
Boxboro
Concord High School
Concord
Mrs Thomas Scanlon Dies After Illness at Home
Mrs Scanlon a well known Hagen resident passed away early Sunday. She lived in the village many years and was respected for high ideals and noble character. Funeral services were held at First Elizabeth church Tuesday with interment at Concord. Survived by husband a son and two daughters.
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Hagen
Myseyounes Tae
Ivery
Scanlon
1St Elizabeth's
Concord
Interesting Demonstration Draws Visitors to Public School
A demonstration at the public school last Wednesday drew a large crowd of visitors eager to see the scholars at work and the progress they made.
76th Annual Election At West Acton Bible School
The West Acton Bible School held its 74th annual election Sunday with the same officers reappointed. Reports from the various classes for the year and the secretary and treasurer were presented.
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West Acton Bible School
Entertainment in Warner hall by Friends of Irish Freedom
Under Commo dore John Barry branch the Friends of Irish Freedom announce an event on Tuesday evening May 17 in Warner hall with Mayor Quinn of Cambridge as speaker. A musical program will be followed by dancing until midnight. A parking time is assured to all attendees. FOR SALE second hand 14 inch Cricket lawn mower used few times $8 Call at 104 Commonwealth Ave.
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Commodore
John Barry
Friends of Irish Freedom
Warner Hall
Mayor Quinn
Cambridge
Commonwealth Ave
Boston Notables Vacationing Near Sudbury Road
Miss Mary Keefe and her mother spend vacation at Nine Acre Corner. D T Wing of the First National Bank of Boston enjoys summer at his Sudbury road home, once the Oakes estate. Michael Maguire and family reside at Conant farm in the area.
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Mary Keefe
Boston
Keefe
Nine Acre Corner
D. T. Wing
First National Bank of Boston
Sudbury Rd
Oakes Estate
Michael Maguire
Conant Farm
Sudbury Community Updates Include Repairs and New Homes
Sudbury residents report extensive home repairs by Joseph May in South Sudbury and a building boom with many new houses planned for the area. Rutland hospitalization is anticipated for Joseph Keene while summer arrivals include Frederick Whitney Mrs Whitney and Mrs Mary G Eaton. Unitarian church service will continue with Rev Channing Brown preaching next Sunday and Mr Wood supplying the pulpit later.
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Joseph May
South Sudbury
Joseph Keene
Rutland
Fred Dunstan
Sudbury
David Landin
Earl Stone
Frederick Whitney
Whitney
Mary G. Eaton
Nellie Hunt
Lawin
Channing Brown
Unitarian Church
Wayside Inn DAR Elects Officers At Annual Meeting
The Wayside Inn chapter DAR held its annual meeting at the South Sudbury church on May 7. A dinner preceded the business session which elected officers: Regent Nellie R. Fisk, Vice Regent Lizzie Sutherland, Rec Sec Emma D. Wellington, Cor Sec Susie Gould, Treasurer Georgianna Collins, Historian Inez A. Perry, Registrar L. Saunders, Custodian Ellen O. Clark, Auditor Evie Hall. John C. Hall was elected to membership as part of a large attendance.
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Wayside Inn
Dar
South Sudbury
Nellie R. Fisk
Lizzie Sutherland
Rec
Emma D. Wellington
Susie Gould
Treas
Georgianna Collins
Inez A
Pastors Reflect On Mothers Sunday At Sudbury Churches
Mothers Day brought large attendances at Sudbury churches. At Memorial Church the pastor spoke on early youth training and how good habits affect later life, and on the responsibility of motherhood. The Methodist church sermon contrasted historic and modern mothers and stressed maternal religious instruction for children.
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Sudbury
Memorial Church
Methodist Church
Children’s Day Observed by Woman’s Club
The Woman’s club held Children’s Day last week with many members and their children attending. Miss Helen Sylvester led the event, entertaining the children. They enjoyed ice cream and cake, and a food sale is planned for the next meeting, the annual gathering.
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Woman's Club
Childere
Helen Sylvester
Farm Bureau Meeting Highlights Fabrics Lesson
Last Thursday at the South Sudbury library the local Farm bureau held a meeting led by Miss Margaret Robinson who spoke on fabrics and showed how to buy silks wisely. Tea and sandwiches were served and attendees enjoyed an entertaining and instructive afternoon. For sale seed and eating potatoes at 95 cents a bushel delivered Abbie F Saunders Concord tel 474 M.
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Farm Bureau
South Sudbury
Margaret Robinson
Mrghikie
Abbie F. Saunders
Concord
Maynard Auxiliary Food Sale Scheduled. Moose Lodge Initiates Four
Maynard Ladies Auxiliary of A 0 H will hold a food sale Saturday May 21. Maynard Lodge of Moose conducted a meeting Tuesday evening initiating four candidates.
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Ladies’ Auxiliary
Maynard ‘Lodge of Moose
Patrick Quinlan to speak on Russia and Ireland
Patrick Quinlan, famed for his strike activities in Patterson New Jersey, will lecture here on May 20 under the Socialist Club. He has just returned from visits to Russia and Ireland and will discuss Russia and Ireland.
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Patrick Quinlan
Patterson
N. J
Socialist Club
Russia
Ireland
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Democrat
Worcester
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Concord Junction
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