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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1945
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR notes hint at Maynard I presenting a high show this Friday evening with a glass of 1046, a mention of 138 million and a celebration vibe. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmentary item notes a Boy Scouts event or award labeled Sysdal with unclear context. Reads as a local notice or brief mentioning Scouts and a special designation.
Fragmentary notice cites Mr and Mrs Michael Foley of Roosevelt Street and Dik Maine of Parker Street. Mentions years served and a Sgt Reini stationed on the South Pacific Islands. Details are incomplete due to damaged text.
A New Yorker, visiting New York for two weeks, is shown as ready to host local golfers. The article notes a familiar figure, famed for his ties to Maynard friends, and describes his presence on the hotel roof, with plans and expectations for the upcoming course arrangements and social gatherings.
A post wedding party was held last Thursday evening for Mr and Mrs Lehto. The couple received a monetary gift from friends and out of town guests. Attendees included Mrs Lempi Malila Mrs Ina Frazier Mrs Hill Mrs Anta Karna of Quincy and Miss Lill Mian Hil of Boston.
Maynard scouts of Troop 8 announce a Monday evening gathering with a costume theme. A trip to New York City last week is mentioned for Katherine Maginnis whose uncle’s death is noted, aging the family update.
A May 1 1945 letter from RD Racis to Mrs Flaherty recalls the death of Johnny, a 1938 classmate, who was killed on a ship during assault operations off Iwo Jima. He was buried at sea February 19 with full military honors. Officers and shipmates sent condolence messages, and the mass memorial in his memory was described as a fine tribute.
Robert Michael Jarmulewicz celebrated his seventh birthday on May 8 at his home at 9 Harrison Street. Guests wore paper hats and small flags as part of the Victory Day themed celebration in a family gathering.
A Chelmsford Acton and Sudbury audience enjoyed a Finnish descent program by Maynard Grange members and friends. Acts included Paul and Esther on trumpet and page, Ruth and Doris Kytola dance, and costumes by Shirley Rotana with encores and notes on Finland. The Maynard club and Acton Grange members added songs and readings as well as a dancing act, with remarks about Finland’s authors and composers.
Former town residents Maynard and OLeary assume roles guiding the Parents College service organization in this community. Both bring long-standing local ties and a focus on youth programs.
The Emerson Junior High School announces honor roll and perfect attendance lists for 7th and 8th grades. Names include Maynard Wilder, Mary, Norma, Frank Saber, Edward Rominowski, Constance Martin, Robert, Peggie, Norma Nett, John Portazzo, Robert Priest, Mary, Salmagne, and others with terms through June.
Maynard Mrs Nicola of Filet Corner hosted the May Pa Garden Club at her home on Monday May 14. Following the meeting there was a splendid attendance and members expressed gratitude for a successful gathering.
Soldier Poreion Doty, aging with three stars on his campaign jacket, returns home briefly after years of service. Robert Lemer, a Merchant Marine mate, visits Boston to boost his grades during a short stay. Family notes this is the first Mother’s Day home in over four years as relatives celebrate Lester’s birthday with games and refreshments. Willis Lester remains with the Marines on Okinawa.
Corporal Frank Silkonis of Maynard Connecticut is a member of the 819th Engineer Aviation Battalion released from the censor's list with six other battalions. The unit, part of the Ninth Air Force, works on frontline airfields in France after duty in the United Kingdom since July 1942. Silkonis, a 1937 Maynard High School graduate, previously worked at Head Rubber Company. His brother Anthony serves in Field Artillery. their mother Mrs. Dimelia Silkonis resides at 2 Sudbury Court, Maynard.
A birthday party featured a big central cake with three candles blown out in one breath. Children played games and refreshments followed. Guests included Lomborien Johr Kontai g ez, Ann and Nancy Sheridan, Pezzy Ann Anegieenator John Bubowicz, Richard Inatelli, David France, Robert France and Susan France. Young Robert received many gifts and money in a purse, ending with Pang Saal and his friends enjoying the joyous occasion.
Maynard Clinton’s green and white tossers will provide Midland League action at Crowe Park as the Maynard nine hosts a home series halfway through the season. The locals also face Doc Gautreses fast run in league play. Pfc. George Chyzus, wounded in Mali on November 20, is at Lowell General Hospital Fort Dee for treatment.
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