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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1952
Page
6
Inventor Rappleyea unveils a molasses based mix to form air hardening blocks and a fireproof finish for walls and stucco. He says the compound can be sprayed, hardened with fuel oil and sand, and used to build driveways or landing strips, attracting Navy interest and promising commercial production.
Ed Childers, hitchhiking to sign up for unemployment compensation, was given a dangerous ride by two youths who found his wallet. They produced a pistol, drove him to Herrin, and gave him a dollar, claiming they were only kidding, before the incident ended.
The USDA approved Aldrin for registration to control soil pests including rootworms and wireworms. It can be applied with starter fertilizer manure or surface broadcasted and disked in, with rates from ounces to about three pounds per acre. Farmers should seek dealer guidance before use.
Specialists forecast sustained high egg prices through winter 1952 and offer production tips. They advise an all-pullet flock, dry, well insulated quarters, balanced ration, removal of nonperformers, pest control, and extended lighting to boost output. Clean nests and thrice daily egg gathering reduce waste and improve product quality.
Charles E Smith died suddenly at his Brook Street home in Acton at age 76. A lifelong resident and former pencil maker with his father, he was a carpenter and builder. He was a member of Acton Center Congregational church. Survived by widow Mary Edwards Smith, sister Hattie E Smith of Acton, brother Edwin of Manchester NH. Funeral plans incomplete. arrangements by Fowler Funeral Service of Maynard.
Sudbury's Chief of Civil Defense Sudbury James L. Devoll will send 135 letters to local truck owners this week to compile a state wide inventory detailing truck capacity dimensions and ability to carry heavy material. The State Department of Public Works sponsors the Rescue Transportation and Evacuation Division which is compiling the state inventory.
Cornell nutrition expert Dr Herre DeGraff said Americans eat less meat and drink less milk today than five years ago. He cited per person meat use dropping about 17 pounds from 1947 to 1951 and milk consumption down 70 pounds from 1946 to last year.
The Skinner family reports a robin perching at the front door and pecking to wake them at six each morning. Local residents say the bird has repeated the routine daily, acting as an unconventional alarm clock for the household.
Sudbury reports a trip from Geneva to the Finger Lakes and Catskills visiting the Farmer's Museum in Cooperstown. The journey celebrates New York State mountain scenery and appeals to antique enthusiasts for the region's museums.
Sudbury Philip Way of the Ground Observer Corps reports Operation Sky Watch is postponed. The Air Force hosts a combined meeting for residents of Stow Acton and Sudbury at Sudbury Lower Town hall on Wednesday May 28 at 8 p.m. Officers will explain Ground Observer duties plane spotting and relaying data to the Filter Center.
Memphis, Tennessee. Joe Simon enjoys hats and shoes, owning 20 hats and 21 pairs of shoes.
At a special town meeting in Acton voters authorize $15,000 to buy five parcels on Charter road for public use including a combined auditorium and gymnasium. They also allocate $15,000 to buy the Kelley Homestead for school purposes and plan an 8 room elementary school beside the high school.
All Sudbury households should watch for Shelter Division pamphlets mailed from the Civil Defense office this week. Anyone missing one may pick it up at the Town Hall. Signs indicating shelter locations will be erected soon.
Merced California police report a theft at three houses in a housing project. Contractor Daton Ellis says 27 housing fixtures were stolen, taking almost everything including the kitchen sink.
Memorial Sunday services will be held at Memorial Congregational church in Sudbury on Sunday May 25 at 8 p m A united Sudbury church choir prepared under Mrs John D Copp for a program including Soldier Rest with a trumpet solo by David Bentley and How They So Lightly Rest Rev Rollin J Fairbanks or Rev John D Copp will deliver the address Sudbury ministers will participate Buy U S Savings Bonds.
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