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Newspaper

Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1955

Page

8

Middlesex district irrigation and drainage work progresses

Kenney Brothers of Concord are using equipment to build an irrigation and drainage ditch along Mill Brook. Arthur Maguin and others in Concord will add 3000 feet of drainage ditches after Kenney's job. Several residents including Honora Haynes Sudbury August Schu macher Lincoln and Charles Fitts James DeNormandie Lincoln will receive farm ponds and drainage systems. The completed Whelere Wheeler Maurer Arena drainage in Concord already shows value as Arena reports land harrowed and reduced need for future tile lines.

Kenney Brothers Concord Tave Mill Brook Arthur Maguin Concord Kenney al Bresnick Honora Haynes Sudbury August Schumacher Lincoln Charles Fitts James DeNormandie Francis Umbrello Warren Flint Fredrick Whelere Wilfred Wheeler Frank Maurer Natalie Arena Sudbury Road Mr. Arena

Missing Sudbury Girl Located By Boston Police

A 12-year-old Sudbury girl, reported missing by her working parents, was found by Boston police after two youths she had spoken with were questioned. The incident closed with the girl safely located this morning. Scout activities include a May overnight at Parmenter Reservation with Grant Boughton and 37 Scouts attending, and planning for Camporee May 20 to 22.

Sudbury Boston Police Grant Boughton Parmenter Reservation Joseph Bisson Scout Committee Camporoee Beavers Blazing Arrows Eagles Parol Baver

Sudbury Industrial Board Hears Informative Talks By Boston Men

At a Sudbury Industrial Board meeting Abel Cutting was elected chairman and Leslie C. Hall treasurer. Speakers John Shayne of Boston Edison and Robert Scott of state commerce outlined site needs, subdivision plans, and cooperative efforts to attract industry. The board agreed to collate property lists and availability data.

Sudbury Sudbury Industrial Board Abel Cutting Leslie C. Hall John Shyne Industrial Department Boston Edison Company Robert Scott State Department of Commerce Department of Inustry Shayne Newton Waltham Natick Shoppers World Aubrey Borden Mr. Scott Dept. of Commerce

Legion to host pool hall night at Sudbury Legion Hall

Sudbury events note a Friday May 13 gathering at 8pm with Kelleys Pool Hall at the Legion Hall inviting the public. Casual dress encouraged and attendees can expect a lively evening. Also mentioned is Mrs Henry T Maynard celebrating her birthday on May 5 with family led by Mrs George Twombley and Radcliffe College students. Stephen Hadley marked his third birthday May 6 with a party attended by seventeen relatives and friends from 3 to 5 pm, hosted by Mr and Mrs Robert Hadley, featuring a popular gymnasium set and birthday treats.

The Legion Kelley Legion Hall South Sudbury Henry T. Maynard George Twombley Radcliffe College Stephen Hadley Stevie Robert Hadley Fry

Scout Mothers Plan Camping Trip and Events

A Scout Mothers meeting on May 4 at the Boy Scout Cabin outlined camping gear ideas and upcoming events. Scoutmaster Grant Boughton announced the Camporee May 20 to 22 at Parmenter Reservation, a May 29–30 Rodeo at Doucette's Field, and a May 30 Memorial Day parade. Mrs. Theodore Davison was named temporary Mothers’ chairman to organize the Father and Son Night with several attendees listed.

Sudbury Grant Boughton Camiporee Parmenter Reservation Doucette’s Field John Kelley Warren Vander Burgh William Mahoney James Devell William Wilson Thomas. Meaney Walter Baldwin Francis Bacon Malcom Young Edward Cutler Joseph Bronn John Ferolito George Duane Albert Eaton Joseph Bisson

Dickinson College Choir Sings on Founders Day in Carlisle

Miss Jane Flynn of Goodsman's Hill road sang with the Dickinson College Choir in two Founders Day concerts April 28 and 29. The programs featured John Charles Thomas and members of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra. The two day event celebrated the founding of the liberal arts college 182 years ago in Carlisle Pennsylvania.

Sudsbury Jane Flynn Goodsman’s Hill Road Dickinson College John Charles Thomas Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra Iberal Arts College Carlisle

Concord School Committee Backs District Lines and School Choice

After a safety report the Concord School Committee held a May 17 meeting. They voted to reaffirm the river-based district line and allow area parents to send children to the Alcott School until Route 2 becomes a limited access highway, defining the area by Sudbury River Assabet River Concord Turnpike and Boston and Maine Railroad.

Concord Ines Concord School Baker Avenue Thoreau Harvey Wheeler Alcott Sudbury River Assabet Concord Turnpike Boston and Maine Railroad

Mrs Scott Given Farewell Dinner in Newton

Mrs Carol Scott of Concord was honored at a farewell dinner last Wednesday at Mrs Barbara Harmond’s home in West Newton. Guests from Weston Wellesley and Newton Centre attended as she prepares for a three month visit to Venezuela with her sister Mrs Betty Rdndson.

Concord Carol Scott Barbara Harmond West Newton Scott Venezuela Betty Rondson Weston Wellesley Newton Centre

Fragmentary credits hint at American choral soloist inspiration

Incomplete OCR fragment hints at an American choral soloist influence on a hall and paper industry. Names and specifics are unclear, but the note suggests artistic inspiration tied to a national context.

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