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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1939
Page
4
The fragment notes the Concord Enterprise editorial office location at 7 orpr W. Currier Street in Concord Massachusetts with editor attribution.
Grey occupied a niche in American literature as a vivid but contested Western writer. From 1910 to 1930 his output built a popular bridge between realism and pulp thrillers, with serial magazine success and millions of book sales. He died after publishers announced a final work. He was also a noted deep sea fisherman whose sea tales preceded his Westerns.
Dr. Louis J. Karnosh of Cleveland debunks counting sheep and other devices as ineffective for inducing sleep. He argues sleep methods including gymnastics and reading are inadequately supported, calling such ideas traditional but misleading.
The article traces Hallowe'en origins to ancient bonfires and Beltane fire rituals in Ireland and Scotland, with similar rites in Germany Spain and Italy. It notes lantern ceremonies in China and Japan, and tribal practices in the Americas. The piece links spirits, pranks, fortune telling, and other features to the modern observance.
Quebec voters elected the Liberals to sixty one of eighty six seats, Adelard Godbout resumes the premiership, and Maurice Duplessis and the Union Nationale lose power amid debate over war support and provincial autonomy. The result signals broad Dominion unity despite provincial tensions. The piece notes opposition to conscription and shifts on War Measures Act.
Local ad promotes Rexall Original One Cent Sale with 50 barzes to choose from. Bets on Wednesday Thursday and Friday at Johnson Pharmacy in Maynard.
Maynard Lodge Elks announce their annual Christmas Basket Fund drive with a Chevrolet master Town Sedan as the main prize. The drawing is December 15 at Parker Street Hall, with several $5 prizes and other awards. Tickets are $2 and available from Elks members. Kenneth Prue chairs the Basket Fund, Herbert W. Martin handles ticket distribution per Exalted Ruler A. B. Crowe.
The Maynard Garden Club will hold a Monday afternoon meeting at 2 30 at the Taft Avenue home of Mrs Frank Grieve. Miss Grace Godwin will speak on Winter Flower Arrangements and members will discuss gardens at the World's Fair. Attendees are asked to bring Fall flowers and Thanksgiving decorations.
The class of nineteen candidates completed third and fourth degree work at Acton Grange on a Tuesday evening. A Hallowe en party followed with a Grand March led by the Rambling Rovers. Robert Cassidy won the funniest costume award. Ben Cahoon took the Peanut Hunt winner. Refreshments were provided by Harriet Taylor, Alice Perkins, and Walter Liebfried. The November 14 meeting will elect officers for next year with a Taffy Pull and Corn Popping planned by Helen Pederson.
Rain kept ghosts and goblins indoors as Halloween went quiet. Police reported no disturbances and fewer costumed children on the streets with many parties held at home. Some windows in business areas were decorated, but overall activity was subdued.
Silver Jubilee special offers through four days at Johnson Pharmacy Maynard and The Rexall Store. Value deal: buy $2 or more and get 20 Puretest Aspirin tablets for one cent. Limited time while supplies last. Sales run Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday.
Bargain alert for shoppers at Rexall stores with a special buy of Oatmeal Soap. Two cakes for a penny, amid weekend sale days Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday. John son Pharmacy and Rexall Drug Store advertise the offer.
West Acton M and Mrs George Charter move into the John Little field apartment on Central street. Mr and Mrs Douglas Grant of Chelmsford take the apartment vacated by the Charters on Arlington street. Mr and Mrs Samuel Lombard of Waterville Maine are weekend guests of Mr and Mrs Clare A Milbery on Arlington street.
The Sewing Clinic will meet at Mrs Elwin Hollowell's on October 31 for an all day event. It is the second in a series sponsored by the Mix County Extension Service. The refinishing project will also be at Hollowell's rather than church parlors as formerly.
A group of former neighbors and friends gathered this week at the sitter's home in Franklin New Hampshire to honor Mr and Mrs Priest Cooper who once lived on Arlington Street. Irene White officiated as eh.
A fragment suggests a reflection on Ralph Waldo Emerson as the seed of action, hinting at his influence on motivation and personal initiative in a philosophical context.
A group of Acton parents met at Mrs. Fred Rimbach’s home to discuss forming a local organization to support child welfare in public schools. Miss L E Webber explained the aims and services, with plans for a November 6 meeting at the High School auditorium to organize with parents, teachers, and town citizens invited.
The Maynard Edison Shop at 8 Nason Street hosts a three day celebration November 2 to 4 marking the 60th anniversary of the incandescent lamp. Emma Maurice Tighe directs demonstrations of major electric appliances including modern cooking with electric range and roaster. Revlon samples and discussions of home making will be offered by assistants throughout each day.
Mrs. Mary LeClerc of South Acton entertained Mr and Mrs Richards of Worcester and Ky aalus Grove of Maynard on Myr and Mrs Donald Fullerton.
The Sudbury Phigas Company held a business and social meeting in the Town hall on Thursday evening with dancing and refreshments. The Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church plans a town hall fair on Thursday November 9 with 6 50 serving, led by Mrs Walter Labeeree. Interstites end Of Company South Sudbury bought seven acres at the Boston Post road and Framingham road opposite the current site. Other items mention Philip Way visiting Candy Hill, Buxton family in Savannah, Donald Stone ill at home, and Alvin Moore preparing for winter on Northcote.
The Sudbury Men’s Club held a debate at Sudbury Town Hall on Wednesday evening about whether the United States should enter the World War. There were pro and con speeches, and the judges ruled the discussion a draw. The treasurer reported a comfortable balance on hand of 149.35. The event followed by VFW Auxiliary activities with a whist and bingo, awarding prizes to several members including Gerude Tucker and Agnes Driscoll.
Sadie Stawley served as brides mate at the Clark-Collie wedding in Billerica last Saturday. Concord residents attended the Groton Women’s Club President’s Day event at the Unitarian church. Concord school pupils may enter the Lowell Sun Spelling Bee. Troop 49 Concord Boy Scouts holds first business meeting and announces November 14 event at Peter Bulkeley School.
Christ King parish in Hudson hosted a social party in the parish hall with autumn decor. Prizes were given for costumes with Jean and Myrtle Fletcher named prettiest couple as a fairy prince and princess. Robert Jowlan won funniest costume as Robo. Ubald Lapierre and Violet Bonnafe received honorable mentions.
A historical proverb notes that those without hope are the poorest. It underscores the link between outlook and fortune, suggesting mental state shapes perceived wealth and social status.
A birth at Dorn Hospital in Concord on October 25. The mother and baby are both doing nicely.
North Carolina State College study shows ideal storage spots for apples onions cabbage and root crops. Outdoor well drained pits with straw and dirt coverings provide ventilation and allow small harvest removals through stove pipe vents. Temporary sheds protect pits from rain as winter nears.
Nationwide reports from 3,000 agricultural extension agents show marketing assistance rising. About 1.2 million seekers last year, over double the 1932 count, mainly from cooperative sellers and buyers. Extension staff of 1000 plus guide markets, packaging, and accounting for farmers and organizations. Local leaders, 14,000 volunteers, expanded outreach across 18,500 communities.
Ohio farmers organized a plan to cool a troublesome rural hot spot by funding entertainers. They advertised a Saturday dance with free ice cream drawing crowds for two weekends, prompting the local pavilion to adjust its approach and banish the nuisance.
A concise farming note notes surplus products and a commodities corporation tied to the last fiscal period. The report references costs and financial figures within the agricultural sector.
Moscow reports President Roosevelt chided the Russian premier over lending. The US warns Finns to come to terms as Russia draws closer to Germany and Japan, partners in the anti Comintern pact. The American move to a new arms embargo is said to intensify and protract European turmoil.
Washington report notes the House sustained by 2 to 177 the leadership plan to send the neutrity act amendment to conference. The administration reaffirmed its control over the legislative revision process in the test vote.
Jacob Luippold was driving along a deserted country road when a large owl shattered his car windshield. He sustained facial wounds from flying glass and debris, treated at the scene.
President Roosevelt proposes a limited national emergency and a 27 million dollar appropriation to fund peace time staff and patrols across the army navy coast guard and related services. Navy to receive the bulk of the funding and authorization from Congress is sought. In Newport Rhode Island Anthony Casetta 59 on WPA rolls faced a $4000 bill from federal agents after discovery of a $1000 foreign bond trading bank account.
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