Retired Boston and Maine Conductor Relives 53 Years on Rails
Charles L. Clark of Main Street Acton retires after 58 years with Boston and Maine and Maine Central systems. He began as a messenger in 1884 at 17, became a conductor in 1899, and later ran the fast Boston Chicago service. Clark received a gold pass and was celebrated by family and railway officials upon leaving the 1:50 PM last trip at Acton station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Acton
Heston and Maine Railroad
Charles L. Clark
Main Street
Clark
Aceton
Boston and Maine Railroad
Acton
Orme L. Clark
Robert
Marilyn Clark
John Sargent
Littleton
Genie Tim
Boston
Maine
Maine Central
Chicago
Green Mountain
L.clark
E. Holton
Church Street
West Acton
Holtoh
Railroad
Fire at Nashoba Tavern Sparks Chimney Blaze
Acton Center Fire company responded to a Nashoba Tavern fire Sunday caused by a spark from the chimney that settled on the roof. A fireplace fire in a room sent sparks out of the chimney, and high winds helped light the blaze. The fire was quickly extinguished with little damage.
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Acton Center Fire Company
Nashoba Tavern
Weston Stages 14-0 Victory Over Acton In Boy's Football
Weston dominates Acton 14 to 0 at Jones Community Field. Weston breaks through in the first period with Browne scoring from a 12 yard rollout after a long drive, Clive converts. Acton shows fight with Montague Smith Gilbert and Godfrey driving for first downs, but Weston defense led by Montague and Spinney stymies efforts. In the fourth period Weston extends the lead on a long pass Warren to Clive and adds a single point kick. Continuous Weston pressure and two long passes seal the win despite Acton interceptions by Godfrey and knockdowns on other Weston passes.
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Acton
Jones Community Field
Weston
Browne
R. Clive
Montague
Smith
Gilbert
Godfrey
Spinney
Warren
B. Clivere
Abbbott
T. N. Wilson
Ferranti
F. Wilson
Edmunds
Halloween Party for Boys in South Acton Club
A group of men hosted a Halloween party for 36 boys Saturday evening at the Congregational Church. A. W. Whitner led games, prizes were awarded, and a scavenger hunt followed indoor pranks. The event ended with refreshments and organizers plan it as an annual affair.
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A. W. Whitner
Whitwer Weharles Manter
John J. Famnitius
Cullinane
Herbert Merriam
Marlboro Ad Promotes Personal Finance Plans
An advertisement from TGANS at Licérice 165 Tel 1703 Corey Building Marlboro promotes personal finance options. It markets a service titled Your Unseen Friend with a Saturday feature and mentions a $300 all plans package.
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TGANS
ALL Plans Personal Finance CO
J Cullen
Mgr
Licérice
Corey
Marlboro
Mrs Ada Ford Passes Away in South Acton Home
Mrs Ada Ford widow of Isaac S Ford died at the Merriam home on Piper road South Acton after months of illness. Born in Paris Maine 87 years ago she lived in South Acton 60 years and was active in the Universalist Church and the Women’s Relief Corps. She leaves a brother Albert Ryerson of South Paris. Funeral held at South Acton Universalist Church with burial at Woodlawn cemetery.
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South Acton
Ryerson) Ford
Isaac S. Ford
William T.merriam
Piper Road
Ford
Paris
Maine
Universalist Church
Women’s Relief
Belle
Merriam
Albert Ryerson
South Acton Universalist Church
Andrew J. Torsleff
Ernest Kellett
Woodlawn Cemetery
Scherer MacKinnon Wedding in Concord Home
Miss Dorothy Viola MacKinnon wed Sergt Norman Lee Scherer of Concord on November 2. The ceremony was at the bride’s mother’s home on Bedford Street, officiated by Rev George Loring Thurlow. Helen MacKinnon served as bridesmaid with Len Stemsby as best man. reception hosted 50 guests. Both graduates of Concord High School, the groom serves in Co H 1924 Infantry M N G. they will live on Bedford Street after a wedding trip.
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Dorothy Viola ‘MacKinnon
Sergt Norman Lee Scherer
Concord
Jacob F Scherer
Washington, DC
Hattie MacKinnon
Bedford Street
George Loring Thurlow
Trinitarian Congregational Church
Helen MacKinnon
Len. Stemsby
Concord High School
Seret Scherer
Co H
Infantry
M N G
Estate Auction for Jane Loring at Barrett's Mill Rd Concord Mass
Sale at 69 Barretts Mill Road Concord Mass on Thursday November 11 at 10 A M includes antique dressers chairs sofa clocks china and glass as well as modern bedding kitchen items cash terms. John E Loring administrator. Also notice to shareholders for Concord Cooperative Bank meeting at Friends Block office with officers to present year report and conduct other business.
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Jane Loring
Barrett’s Mill Rd
W. Concord
Mass
Salem
John E. Loring
Concord ‘Co-operative Bank
King
Friend’s Block
Maynard field upgrades boost town football prospects
The article surveys athletic field improvements across area towns citing Hudson’s transformation from a cow pasture to a top local field, Concord and Lexington upgrades, and WPA projects influencing Maynard. It notes turf damage from overuse, revenue gains from higher gate totals, and the challenge of aging surfaces and bleacher comfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
Hudson
Concord
Marlboro
Winchester
Lexington
Stoneham
Belmont
WPA
Maynard Hag
Vicin
Maynard Faces Stoneham After Mixed Season So Far
Maynard looks to win their last three games as Stoneham hopes to surprise the high squad. Stoneham, winless this fall, uses a wide open aerial attack while Maynard seeks balance after a tough loss on Farnsworth Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
Dee Ike
Farnworth Street
Doc Gordon
Orange
Black
Frankis Downey
Maintenance notes for field equipment and turf
The passage discusses applying paint to a new grey fence and reseeding the field. It notes small maintenance steps that impact the future upkeep of the athlete plant, including turf growth and overall appearance. Key ideas center on preserving look and function through basic care.
South Georgia children readied for aid drive
Disjoint OCR text notes an aid effort for children in a southern region. Mentions of a group and volunteers, with unclear dates, imply a local drive or fundraiser organized to support youth.
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James H, McManus
America’s Best Dei Pte
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St. Hudson
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Somerville
Tel
San
Scar Grondahl Powder Mill Road
Hodgdon’s
Jenney Station
Thoreau
Jenney
Norway
Perkins & Wells
Compan’ Incorporated
Jooking
Hubbard ‘Street
Massachusetts
Jane
Peter Lorre
Motorirginia
Gene Autry
Public Cowboy
Rutherford
Weldon Heyburn
Jeanne Madden
Ada Ford
Arthur A. Magurn
Bursday
Shel
Heidi Ja Hershost
Arthur Treacher
Helen Westley
Mary Nash
Sidney Mady Christians
Rumann
Walt
Disney
Garuan
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