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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1930
Page
7
Executor James W. Spring appears in a Massachusetts probate notice dated May 21 to May 28 1930. The filing designates Spring as the executor and references the estate proceedings.
Mrs Kennedy travels aboard the Alleghany to Norfolk with her brother Loring and two children. She recently exited at the Massachusetts Nautical School as an officer. Mrs Charda Shepard and two children visit her parents Mr and Mrs Frank Hawkes before the family moves to Portland Oregon where Mr Shepard will hold a Government Forestry position.
Members of Annursnac Grange presented the play A Nephew in the House and Strolling Musicians in the vestry of West Concord Union Church on Wednesday evening for the benefit of the community.
By virtue of a mortgage deed dated December 26 1924 Otto Babson and Mary C Hanson to Maynard Trust Company breach of condition triggers foreclosure. The parcel in Maynard bounded as shown on Horace F Tuttles plan including lots 1 and 2 contains about 36 acres with a street right of way along the old town road to Acton Street. Sale set for a Tuesday at 2 30 pm at the premises with payment terms and tax clearance.
The Concord Branch of the Christian Temperance Union presented a clever play featuring Edith Bailey Josephine Pearce Florence Barker Mary McAuley Jessie Delaney with coach Linnie Hodgdop. The open meeting chaired by Mrs Guy Fernald heard plans for a June session with Mrs Hamilton speaking for the state organization.
Orla Nichols employed by Mr Van Winkle of Acton Centre. Lizotte family visited relatives in Salem East in their newly purchased coach. Harvey Williams and daughter Helen of Woxcroft Maine were guests at George Hoitman’s home on Artington Street.
Children gathered at his home last Wednesday afternoon to celebrate the fourth birthday of Robert James Felters. Guests included Betty Davis Gordon Smith Marjorie Smith John Smith Donald Feltus Doreen Jeffries Margaret Trapena and Helena Trapena. Bobbie enjoyed the gifts especially a much wanted cart.
The first meeting of West Acton arded re¢hub season was held at Wallace Sims home with Miss Mudgett from Concord presiding. Wallace Sims was elected president with Hart Spinney vice president Joseph Perry publicity Franklin Charter secretary. The Wight boys plan monthly meetings and garden visits to tend mostly vegetables. Members include Harold Dun Homer Fel ius Donald Feltus and Albert Mac Dougall. games and songs followed the session inviting more gardeners to join.
In West Concord Massachusetts the Concord gunners defeated an Italian League team in two matches. The first game ended 216 to 183 and the second 201 to 181. William Fess and Percy Fess of Concord tied for high gun honors.
May 21 in the Bedford school auditorium a humorous radio broadcast wedding scene drew a full house. The wedding party, chorus and cast performed as characters from comic strips with a reception, old shoes, and rice finale. Notables included Mrs. Richardson and George Thompson among many others.
Mrs Cabot Devoll attended the funeral of her Grandmother Mrs Gertrude Harris in Margaretville Nova Scotia where she had been a guest in past seasons. Mrs Harris died at 91 and was beloved by neighbors.
Dr Robbing of Maiden a retired dentist purchased an adjoining building lot near Mrs Charles Meadow Massachusetts avenue. Arthur Tuttle the So Acton builder has the contract for the house. Manuel De Souza visited the Perry home now residing in Cambridge. The McMurdie family moved into the Whitcomb farm tenement vacated by Jonathan Teele. Mrs Winchester of Central street is seriously ill from Ptomaine poisoning after oysters in a Boston restaurant. Frances dies Mary evangelie sang with the South church choir. Bros mill visitor stayed at the Stark home. The Massachusetts avenue barber business sold by Charles Helton to Mr George Ree plans expansion with three chairs.
The town prepares for a new barbershop opening on May 26 offering services for men women and children. Irma Durkee leads a ten piece orchestra for Concord drill and dance at the State Armory under Lt Hagerty. Nearby, Captain Dolan and Mr. and Mrs. Twitchell plan a three day NH visit. Hobart King now works at the Laftin Garage after leaving school. The Neighborhood Club schedules a membership drive as the West Acton Woman's Club meets at Mrs. Sebastian’s home. J High School baseball loses 11 to 8 to Littleton Junior High. B and M R R Co reports improved access to the business centre after repainting West Acton Station and nearby buildings.
Rev. Arthur Jeffries led services with strong attendance and uplifting music. A mother and daughter banquet succeeded, and an upcoming sermon series begins with a topic on religion meeting modern life needs. The women’s circle meets Thursday evening, with plans for a father and son event. Mrs. N. R. Wood of Gordon College spoke on maternal and daughter bonds.
Eighteen scouts attended the May 14 meeting and pledged teemen Johnson and Locke. The scout executive was present. Patrol results show first 859 1-2, second 735, third 929. Camp registrations open for a July 5 start. Strawberry Festival set for June 5 at the Baptist church vestry.
Joe Constanza, a four foot high school player, faced the game batless and drew a walk, scored, and finally struck out in his ninth inning turn with a bat. The episode sparked debate about unconventional hitting strategies.
Marlboro manager Pete Peltier announced the Marlboro City Team signed Fred Loftus of Concord, a former Marlboro Independents pitcher and Boston Twilight League alum, to bolster the pitching staff. The move follows cooperation with West Partan downtown players and city mayor approval as the team prepares for next week’s game.
The article reports a rules dispute as Coach Lent asserts Joe was legally in the game after two innings and should not be penalized. Umpires and veteran players clash on whether a batter must have a bat when at bat, with experts weighing in but no rule yet clarifying the issue.
A local entertainment note reports the Sir Gels administrative troupe presenting a nine reel stage show. Performers deliver music and skits in a light community program likely at a small venue.
At St George parish hall a capacity crowd enjoyed songs and dances by a local troupe led by Jamieson. Proceeds benefit a Seabee winter camp project at Fort Pond Littleton, supporting the gymnasium shelter and related facilities.
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