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Newspaper

Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1941

Page

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Women In Army Effort Boosted By Hobby Leadership

Mrs Oveta Culp Hobby of Texas rose to head the army’s women’s division last August at Hobby, then a major figure in Houston and Texas civic life. Her leadership is praised as a strong signal for the defense effort, while she holds multiple roles including executive of KPRC and director positions in local and state groups.

H York Oveta’ Culp Hobby Texas Ig Division Army Bu E Houston Mne Allon Kprc Skbank Ewspaper Publishers Texas State ‘Teachers Junior League Symphonic’ Society Bil Association of Parliament

Concord Briefs Highlight Grange Event and Local Sports

Concord Grange and P of H plan a whist party at Mrs Allison F Clark’s Lowell Road home Friday at 8. Peter Bulkeley school soccer team, coached by Ralph Ward, won four games last week defeating Lincoln 3 1 and Bedford 2 1. Lincoln game scorers were Joe Curro and Willis Pearson. John Florio acted captain for Bedford with Curro and Joe Dee scoring and Arthur Nickerson tallying on a penalty kick. Upcoming home game Thursday vs Sudbury. The team has four wins and one draw in the last two weeks, both draws vs West Concord. Local schools held a teacher conference. Various church and club events noted including Annuis nac Grange turkey whist, King’s Daughters at First Parish, Rotary Club talk by Prof Paul W Dempsey on pest control, and junior varsity football stalemate with Chelmsford. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Philip B Dee. Fire alarm pranks on Halloween night. Red Cross Home Nursing class to meet at West Concord Library. Lov ing Circle to meet at Ruth Thoresen’s, Strawberry Hill Road. UPCS church talent night and a Halloween party at the Gamman home. Mr and Mrs Edward MacLeod observed 25th wedding anniversary with a party in Belknap Street home.

Ralph F. Ward Peter Bulkeley Lincoln Bedford Joe Curro Willis Pearson John Florio Rt ‘Bedford Joe Dee Arthur Nickerson Sudbury Ward West Concord

Mr Berry and wife celebrate 8th birthday at Concord home

Mrs Berry 73, born in Weston, and Mr Berry 78, Nova Scotia native, marked their 8th wedding anniversary with family at their Concord home after a 1886 Weston ceremony. Daughters Ruth Turner, Marion James, Jean Davis, Edith Carbone attended with grandchildren. son Ralph C. resides in Cleveland. Mr Berry, Spanish American War veteran, long active in veterans groups.

Berry Weston Nova Scotia Veterans’ Building Ruth Turner West Acton Marion James Waltham Jean Davis Edith Carbone Maynard Ralph. C. Cs Cleveland Concord Acton Allston Old Concord Company United States Puerto Rico Concord Veterans’ Council Ralph P. Hosmer U.S. W. V. No 56

West Concord Woman's Club to Meet in Odd Fellows Hall

The West Concord Woman's Club holds its November meeting on a Friday afternoon at Odd Fellows hall. A Coffee Hour runs 1:80 to 2:30 led by Mrs Clarence J Tufts. Violinists Misses Jane and Suzanne Servais perform. Dr William M Shedden of Nashantte Hill speaks on On her Control, followed by Mrs Caleb H Wheeler on Old Concord Homes with Mrs William Wordsworth assisting. Proceeds from a food sale at a vacant Commonwealth Avenue store fund their hospital room.

West Concord West Concord Woman’s Club Odd Fellows ‘Hall Clarence J Tufts Jane Suzanne Servais William. M. Shedden Nashantte Hill

Concord Board of Trade Holds Monthly Meeting at Wrights Tavern

About 70 members attended the Concord Board of Trade dinner and business meeting at Wrights Tavern after 6:15 PM. Edmund H Campbell presided. Frank W Tucker and Reed O Beharrell reported. J Clifford Geer was elected to membership. a committee selected officers for the next meeting. Colonel Harry M Oman spoke on bombs and incendiaries with a Q&A session.

Concord Concord Board of Trade Histori Wrights ’Tavern Edmund H.‘Campbell Hearly Frank W. “Tucker Reed Beharrel J. Chifford Geer H. Whittemore Brown John. J. Bent Maurice McWalter Rhs Samuel G. Kent Concord Committee On Saving Stamins Defense Bond Oyeas Harry ‘Moman Mb . Begland

Maynard Health Board to Hold Semi Monthly Baby Olitic

The Board plans a Health Centre gathering tomorrow to conduct the semi monthly baby olitic. Details are unclear in the notice but the event is to take place at the Health Centre.

Maynard Board of Ae Gas

Charter Night Marks Concord Lions Club Inauguration

More than 150 attendees gathered at Scout House in Concord for the Charter Night of the newly formed Concord Lions Club. Dignitaries from Medford Somerville Lawrence Everett and other communities attended as Dr John W Boynton Jr and Lion Carvell presided with Hubert Wardwell and Lawrence B Slater among speakers as the charter was officially signed and presented to President MacRae.

Concord Laons Bio Iuions Clup J. Chafard Geer Gul John W. Boynton Geer Medford Somerville Lawrence Everett iWintertown Erdeet Waltham Cambbridge Nchester New Hampshire Walpole Arlington Norwood Lowell Woburn Lexington Seeeen Princibal Werdee Eanet Lion Geer Hubert M. ‘Wardwell Ervin L. Bumford Concord Rotary Club Lions Club of Concon Rothwell A ioRae Concord Rotarians MacRae Rotary Club Lion’s Claib Lawrence B. Slater Lion's International Chicago O ‘Illinois Concord Club Renae Ralph" Hy Estey George Li Huden Boston Lion. Carvell Lawrence Lions Club Lioniem Carvell Hestey Elbert L. Agnew Theodore Be- Sarreil Benjamin Bu. Benoit, Jr Dr. Boynton Bunker P. Conant Edwin FP Xound H. Campbell Alice Cook Rudolph W. Currie Carl G. Jeoe Austin D. MacRae As ‘MacRae Arthur” ¥. March Egbert T. Montague Richard A. Montague Leon J Moreau John H. Robinson Russell W. Wheeler Medford Lions Morrill Ring New Lion’s Club Medford Club

Porter O'Driscoll wedding at West Concord Union Church

Miss Hazel Maude Porter daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph A Porter wed William O Driscoll son of Mr and Mrs Joseph O Driscoll in a West Concord Union church ceremony Rev Kenneth R Teed officiated The bride wore a blue pencil striped suit with white satin blouse The matron of honor was Mrs John C Gates Jr Best man was John C Gates Jr The couple left for a wedding trip and will reside at 102 Commonwealth Avenue The bride attended Concord High School The groom was educated locally

West Concord Hazel Maude Porter Joseph A. Porter Commonwealth Avenue William Ul .O'Driscoll Maynard Joseph O'Driscoll West Concord Union Church Kenneth Rk. Teed John C. Gates Concord Concorde High School O'Driscoll

Concord Woman Miss Susanna Hubbard Celebrates 88th Birthday

Life long Concord resident Miss Susanna Hubbard celebrated her 88th birthday with family, residing with her sister Mrs. William Wheeler. Born in Concord, Hubbard remains in good health though aging, receiving well wishes from neighbors and friends.

Concord Susanna H. Hubbard

Legion Plans Installation at Concord Veterans Post

The James J. Mansfield Post No. 168 will install officers in a joint session with the Ladies Auxiliary at the Veterans Building on Wednesday evening. Winslow J. Damon will become commander, succeeding Roger K. Allen. Loretta Cullinane will be auxiliary president. John F. Rooney and staff will officiate. numerous Auxiliary and Post officers will be installed.

Concord James J. Mansfield Anol Veterans Lading Auxiliary Winslow J. Damon Main Street Roger K. Allen Loretta Cullinane Brooks Street Helen ‘Byron Billa’e. Rolfe Cambridge Middlesex County John F’ Rooney Elizabeth Connell Helga Hanley Mary’ A. Flavin Julia’ Finan Mar. Laret Bent Roger K Allen Pri

Weather Dangers Spark Weekend Pileup and Fatality

Numerous accidents across Concord and surrounding areas after slippery pavements from bad weather. Stephen Wright, 78, of Dr Lexington, died at Symmes hospital Arlington from injuries after being struck crossing near his home on Sunday. Charles B. Darling, 94, of Fitchburg, injured seriously in a turnpike crash. several others treated for injuries. Police report drunken driving linked to some incidents and a Lincoln crash injured Mrs Quatrale and her infant daughter.

Concord Stephen Wright Lexington Symmes Hospital Arlington Helen A. McCallmon Lowéll Wright Concord Turnpike Charles B. Darling Fitchburg Baker Avenue Doris Migs Hilda Baer Oe Gee Adolphe Ake Cea Darling Lincoln Charlies F. Kelley Camp Edwards Philip Quatrale Medford Fisa P Lowell Road Carlisle

Pilot Forced to Land in Carlisle Meadow

Carlisle Carlisle area reports a Lowell pilot Gosselin 31 forced to land his Taylorcraft light monoplane at a meadow owned by Dr. George P Towle after encountering fog while en route from Worcester to Lowell. He landed safely in a three point stop and later departed for home. The new Lexingon Flying Club aircraft had been used for student instruction.

Carlisle Camile ‘Gosselin Lowell George P. Towle Westford Road Gosselin Worcester Lexington’ Flying Club

Concord Country Club annual dinner honors new officers

Last Thursday evening the Concord Country Club held its annual dinner and meeting at the clubhouse. Charles Beon, president, presided. After dinner, the new slate of officers was announced with Work as were: aeit ardwed, president, Pliny Jewell, Eugens G Jr. named to the board of governors.

Concord Ehrch Wag Charles Be On A Eitardwed Pliny Jewell Eugensg, Jr Sham Board of Governors

Costume Party Tonight At Harvey Wheelar School

West Concord PTA hosts a costume party and dance tonight in the Harvey Wheeler School auditorium. Admission is low with a chance to win a turkey. costumes optional. Proceeds support PTA activities.

West Concord Parent-Teachers Association Harvey Wheelarchool Moat Srigtanl Horace R. Fletcher Gatun

Concord High Triumph Over Howe High In Rain Soaked Clash

Concord High School defeated Howe High of Billerica 13 to 6 in a rain drenched gridiron, with Donnie Dee and Charley Dee delivering the decisive drives. The game marked Concord’s sixth win of the season after a lone loss to Hopkinton, with Weston looming next as the team pursues a tough schedule.

Concord Howe High Billerica Howe Donnie Dee Charley Dee Ward Vdrive Ecgle Mert Hopkinton Weston Waeter Weston High Itex Proctor Coac Io High Eleven Berna Megin

Middlesex Hosts St George's in Annual Rivalry Game

Middlesex, coached by Bob Foster, remains undefeated in five games as it hosts St George's at 2 p.m. in a traditional Saturday matchup. The Middlesex lineup features backfield Wally Trumbull Bill Ecker Jack Granton and Captain Dickguard with a possibly unchanged line, while St George's fields a strong eleven aiming to end its six-game start string.

Concord Middlesex St. George's Newport Rhone Island Sevay Bob Foster Thayer Groton St. Mark’s Noble and Greelough St. George’s Phil Reynolds Foster Wally Trumbull Bill Ecker Jack Granton Dickguard

Concord JV Clipped by Wayland in Tight Contest

Concord junior varsity under coach Al Robinson was edged by Wayland in a close boys basketball game. The squads battled to a narrow margin with several lead changes late in the fourth period.

Soncord Wayland Oncori al Robinson Concord Peg Ree Ing Wayland Se Nas

Fragmentary OCR Narrows In On Rush Point Adress Tie

Readable fragments describe a rush incident at a location tied to an address. Details are incomplete but indicate a tie or dispute over a point at one end. No injuries or official statements are confirmed in the text. The fragmentary nature limits precise identification of people or organizations.

Adress

Concord High Girls Basketball Triumph Over Nearby Opponents

Concord High girls basketball led by captain Denisevich defeated Watertown and Belmont, improving standing before next contest at home versus Maynard. Miriam Clark and team rallied in a tightly fought away game, setting up a pivotal upcoming matchup.

Concord Concord High Cris Bme Varity Wathrap Towt Mise Miriam C. Clark Teh Ted Cap Denisevich Ag Watertown

Bedfon Civic Club Hosts Town Hall Meeting

A community gathering at Town Hall last evening hosted by the Bedfon Civic Club, discussing plans for the Shean towards dite children's projects. Attendees included local residents and club members.

Athe Bridge Bedfon Civic Clu Town Hall The Ptosasde Dite Children S .Chris

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