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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1941
Page
2
The text references aid funding and grants totaling 150 grants with expenditures of £760 under wartime relief schemes. It notes the King’s fund and official machinery limits, with ongoing applications for relief under local authorities and ministerial oversight. Waning public height and emphasis on grants reflect austerity measures.
Fragmentary note references a Union College treasurer ledger dated 1858 and an item called the first fountain, with stray figures including 298 and 14 and a Pear reference from 1838. The readable text is sparse and lacks a coherent event.
In a solemn service at St. Casimir's church an overflow crowd gathered for a memorial Mass for two young women Miss Mary Petrowsky and Miss Mary Ut kiewicz who died in the recent train crash Monday night. The Rev W F Kludzek presided and Father for the Weptorna preached. The community expressed heartfelt sympathy to the families and to the staff of the school Miss Petrowsky was a faculty member.
Reports describe subcommittees formed for defense programs and food conservation. Veterans were appointed to committees, with Legion officers and cadet groups arranging a memorial day program led by Adjutant Angus Hanson and chaired by Harold Sheridan for a public observance.
Officials plan a district meeting on Tuesday May 27 in the hall to discuss action on a petition seeking an extension of the water system. Stakeholders in Post al West are urged to attend and provide input on the proposed extension.
The acton board of selectmen appointed officers including Joseph Martin Leonard Perkins Meyierd and Warren J of Aoton to serve on the special duty on Route 2 during a weed business meeting.
An upcoming meeting is advertised with details about a candidate class and a Saturday session at a community hall. The fragment mentions Maynard, C hall, and preschool, but many words are garbled, leaving the main event uncertain.
Pupils from fourth to sixth grades of Maynard Schools will perform at the Maynard High Auditorium on Monday May 26 at 3 PM. The program features solos, duets, and ensembles including trumpet, saxophone, violin, and clarinet selections from Coolidge Roosevelt and Wilson schools, with works such as On the Range and America.
A reminiscence recounts the American Red Cross founding by mis s Barton near Washington and its 60 years of service. It notes 1905 reorganization and 1914 18 World War I relief efforts under Norman H. Davis, praising volunteers and the public for clothing feeding shelter and medical aid during disasters wars famine and epidemics through a nationwide network.
Mrs Henry Webster presides as president with Myrsi Pete Miller as recording secretary and Mrs Lot tie Sanders as corresponding secretary. The club elected three two year directors and heard entertainment by Artiss DeWolt after lunch at the Wayside Inn.
A garbled report notes Camp 8 Hulten quarters along a southern route. The text mentions a crossing and an 13 reference but is too fragmentary to confirm details or context.
The Sudbury Art Centre announces a crafts exhibition running from this date to June first. It aims to attract students from local towns who are encouraged to attend and participate.
Mr and Mrs John Tobin of 12 Grant Street celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last Sunday with a surprise testimonial in Avalon Social Club. About 150 relatives and friends attended a turkey dinner and social evening with a bouquet presentation. The couple have five children William a town building janitor Lawrence of Boston John of Marlboro and two daughters Mitts Alice Johnson and Mrs Margaret Murphy. They were married in Ireland and have lived in this town since, valued as friendly neighbors. The day brought many visits to their home and numerous gifts flowers and well wishes.
A fragmentary notice describes a church program with two weeks of activities for women then men. Morning and evening services start at 5.80 and 8.30, with daily prayers at 7.30. First communion class to receive at 8 o'clock tomorrow morning. A religious ceremony is planned for Saturday June 7 at 3 PM conducted by Bishop Richard Di Cashing.
Mrs Evangeline G Morton 61 died after long illness. She was born in Andover NH daughter of Levi J and Mary A Benson and a graduate of Berkshire State Hospital Nurses Training School. Funeral was held in Andover Saturday with burial in Andover Cemetery. She leavesFrank S Morton her husband a former school committee member a daughter Miss Caranouth Sudbury and two sisters Mrs Jessie L Durgin of Goffstown NH and Mrs Nelson G Morton of Melrose Mass.
The Sudbury Board of Appeals met at town hall to hear Lester Smith's bid to keep mink on his property. The hearing was postponed to May 27 after review and discussion by members including Mr Dunsford. Reuben Ford's zoning variance for a 4 foot erection was granted following the session.
Sudbury and Triday hosted a junior prom night described as a ble night with students gathering for the event. The brief text notes the social gathering as a highlight of the school calendar.
State officials confirm Maynard High School is approved for year 1941 enabling college certification. Graduation set for June with senior reception June 20 and class night June 4. Monotial exercises May 29. Legion speakers attend. Junior High Memorial Day program June 2. graduations June 21. summer vacation June 13. Evening School certificates June 22.
Miss Helen Rita Paul wed Private Francis J King at Bridget’s Church in a two o clock ceremony. Rev Thomas J Croke officiated as a large gathering joined family and friends. reception followed at the bride’s home with guests from Providence and several New England towns.
Members of the Acton Grange attended a meeting and agricultural program at Sadbury. Listed are attendees including Ingy Frost Helen Pederson Norman Hollowell Peggy Fraver and others. The local Grange will hold an event May 7 with community committee charge and dancing afterward. Mr and Mrs Nério Bianchitava returned from Maine and have a residence at Howei sire.
The Minhisi American League plans its 13th annual six mile road race from Maynard to Port Pond Littleton next Sunday afternoon. Entry list includes Fred Wegione Ted Carpenter Bob Campbell Hank Niditalite Johnny Siwohkonis and others. The course starts Memorial Park Maynard proceeds along Son street Acton street past the Country Club over the Macadam road into South Acton and Active Acton, finishing on hilly rocky terrain. Police patrols ensure safe traffic flow as runners chase long distance glory dating to 1920 origins with past champions Les Pawson Johnny Kelley Walter Crotty and others noted for past performances.
Meynand tallied 16 hits in a 39 base total as Middlesex loses to Belmont. Dothan and Weg provided key hits and Deroomey collected a run and a single. Lankiewicz and Kugina added a mix of singles and defense as the Orange and Black fall in the late innings.
Mabel Tobin notes the World War benefit tied to Memorial Day as the American Legion and its Auxiliary run rehabilitation work for disabled veterans. Frank J. DeMars directs the effort with hundreds of veterans employed in hospital workrooms across the nation. Poppy distributions and related earnings approach substantial figures, highlighting the ongoing rehabilitation and employment support funded by the drive.
Fragmentary report lists names including W. Gray and Mrs. Giddy P. Stiles with Lottie Smith as chairmen. Text indicates a town council or committee meeting in Sudbury, with likely discussion of local matters and officers.
A fragment describes altar boy participation and art sets in blue and violet themes during a procession. It mentions individuals such as Mire and Marc, with assistants Stasgeny tire and Clara, highlighting favorable comments on the display.
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