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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1941
Page
1
A fragmented sketch recalls 1931 figures including a beauty and intelligence oriented girl reporter heading to Paris, her fashion flair, and a rise amid chaotic times. It also mentions a photographer in wartime records and a financier’s rapid ascent, with scattered biographical fragments and historical echoes.
Concord notes report Rev Harry Odland returning from a weekend Eastern trip. Albert Tutte spoke to Rotarians in New York on Our First Line of Defense. Mrs Catherine Cmaell turned 88. Local clubs, school games, and civic appointments are listed, including YPSE visits, Grange events, and a wedding in Concord.
Mrs M Wrenn serves as Grand Regent as officers for the Catholic Daughters of America are announced. Veenn named stand regent and Sabina Coyne among the listed officers for the chapter.
John M. Bruce of Fitchburg Turnpike Concord died Sunday at Emerson Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was native of Audrey Quebec aged about 75. A former farmer and caretaker on the Russell Fessenden estate at Nine Acre corner he was a member of Corinthian Lodge A F and A M. Survived by wife Janie M Mac Donell a son Paul of Lynn two grandchildren and several brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon in Audrey Quebec.
Concord High School track team swept seven of nine first places to beat Wexington 45 to 23 at Pinerson Playground. Co captain Merton Sanborn and Tom McKenna led with 10 points each, while McKenna posted a fast 64.2 second 440 yard dash. The victory capped a season with earlier wins over Orange and Black and other triangulates.
A junior choir dance to benefit St Bernard’s Church is set for Thursday evening at 8 o’clock in the hall. Rev George F Mulcahy will supervise with many volunteers handling tickets refreshments decorations and other details.
Catherine Burke of West Newton received a surprise shower on Wednesday May 21 at Miss Neville’s home. The predecorated house featured a buffet luncheon for guests.
The piece honors those who died for freedom and the blessings we enjoy. It speaks of memory cherished by families and the duty to remember their sacrifice with solemn gratitude. It notes the hoped restraint against further loss and the enduring significance of their service.
Concord Ailbert R Simon age 29 of Lunenburg was held before Judge Wilson Friday morning in Concord court. He was charged with breaking and entering at night with intent to commit larceny and stealing United States currency. He allegedly stole from Howard Johnson restaurant in West Concord on three dates April 28 May 21 and May 23 totaling 9.65 dollars. He also admitted stealing similar cash sums from Cup Ain East Acton. He was bound over to the Grand Jury for the first Monday in June.
A school mass morning honored the class of twenty with a Junior choir led by Mrs Juliette MacLean. After the service, children and parents adjourned to Monument Hall for breakfast. Recipients include Susanne Balfour Barbara Ellech Barrett Hilda Finocchia Catherine McBreen Helen MacWé lter Mary Rotundo and others from St Josephs and Lincoln areas.
John W. Odding won the weekend golf tournament at the Country Club with a 48 39 score over 12 holes and a 2 3 handicap. Other scores include Burleigh Whig 53 44 Dr R Fulton 62 51 and Magon L. in inter club tennis. In singles rounds Robert Shedden and John Hutchinson advanced. Olivia Swaim won the women’s side. Mixed doubles saw a victory by Dr and Mrs Eaton over Mr and Mrs Kenitzer 6 2.
The Min bowling league held its annual banquet at the Elks upper hall last Wednesday evening. President Larry Dee presided as prizes were awarded for the season. George Steffen and Charlies Stefanelli led top team honors while George Lawter claimed high average at 104.4, Ralph Lockwood and John Mullen followed with high scores and string achievements.
Concord details outline the wedding of Miss Margaret Mason daughter of Mr and Mrs Austin Mason of Dedham and Mr Edward Motley son of Mrs Bedward Motley. The ceremony will be held at First Parish church Weston with Rev Hanson and Rev Perkins officiating. Mrs Joan Motley will be a six year old bridesmaid.
In a pretty season wedding at St. Bernard's Church Concord Miss Frances Patricia Mara daughter of Mrs Mary A Mara and the late Mark Mara became the bride of Edward L McKenna son of the late Mr and Mrs Louis McKenna of Arlington. Rev George F Mulcahy officiated at 4 PM and the bride was given in marriage by her brother Edward of Boston. The maid of honor was Dorothy Keating Mara with sister Mary Alice Mara as bridesmaid. Louis McKenna of Syracuse NY the brother of the groom was the best man. Ushers were Mark and Robert Mara brothers of the bride. A reception followed at the bride’s mother's home. The couple will reside in Concord after a wedding trip Memorial Day.
At a school festival held in the garden last Wednesday afternoon Ell Hi Washie was selected as queen by an upper class ballot. Graduation is set for June 11 in the garden, with 22 seniors in the class. The annual Field Day and Girls event occurred Tuesday afternoon with Concord and Miss Elisabeth Twa noted.
Our Lady's of West Concord beat the Coburn Cubs 11 to 4 as part of a Sunday game at Rideout Park. The win gives the locals undisputed first place after their fifth straight victory, with Charlie Doyle's Carlisle loss noted in another Friday clash.
The Concord Middlesex Rifle Club sponsors an all day shoot at the old town range off Old Marlboro Road on Memorial Day. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. Le Clapp serves as president and Dan J. Hardesty leads the event. Track team earns third in Class B at Newton meet. Concord High School’s varsity track team placed third in the Class B section, narrowly behind the second place team.
John J. Gudginowics aged 19 of 2 Main Street Maynard faced Concord district court on two counts connected to a fatal crash on West Concord Road. Three other Maynard youths injured remain hospitalized, while charges include manslaughter and negligent driving. Bail set at 500 dollars for Gudginowics and 500 for the others, with further date set for May 29.
Concord plans Memorial Day exercises with marching units and veterans. The parade will assemble at Camp Mesaba and proceed to the cemetery and square area for a retreat and a light luncheon at the Visiting Building.
Concord high school diamond minions win 10 6 at Lexington to halt a five game skid. Woodly and Condon sparked the afternoon win as Concord improves to 3 9 on the season while Lexington drops to 3 3 in the head to head series. Emerson playground game notes include Needham 6 1 win over Concord.
Fire department heads from Central and West Concord stations plan a reorganization with a ten-member committee to review emergency operations and station coverage.
The Concord committee named J Clifford Geer of Connecticut as principal after deliberation over candidates. B Gifford expressed approval while June was noted in the discussions.
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