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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1937
Page
4
Public notice lists legal advertising rates for Banter-Press Inc Concord Massachusetts. The notice includes post office distribution and rate per inch for first insertion and scale to length. It appears to be eligible under the March 8 1879 act and designates publication every Wednesday.
Fragmentary remarks show factions in Concord debating theatre funding and community balance. Voters face contrasts between conservative and progressive views, with calls for measured pace and mature civic opinion.
A fragmented report highlights a severe housing shortage nationwide. The text notes declines in supply and rising costs affecting both renters and homeowners, with callouts to policy and funding gaps.
Mrs Jo Suominen, mother of two, was hurled from a car in a Sunday crash on Route 2 near Gardner. Her husband John T Suominen and the other driver escaped injury. Mrs Suominen was taken to a hospital by a passing motorist and released after treatment. The accident occurred as a Boston bound traffic stream crossed the Turnpike junction with Route 2.
Honored South Acton pitcher Fred Lawreloy, named the most effective in the Greate Lowell league for the past season, also earned a purchase privilege award. At Cush ing Academy he posted 13 wins 2 losses, a 19 year old standout who starred in basketball and earned the Edwards-Q Post Al Medal for loyalty and achievement at Acton High School.
The Bedford Grange held its annual election last week Monday in the Grange hall. Elected officers include Dorothy Master and Harry Rogers as overseer and marshal, Herman Schofield as lecturer, Ed win Page as steward, Floyd Netzer as assistant steward, Edward Godfrey as Chaplain, Leona G. Lydiard as treasurer and secretary Maude Comey. Gate keeper Walter Swan son ceres Ethel Rogers pomona Ethel Wilson flora Thelma Swanson lady assistant steward Erma Roby pianist Leilla M. Blake.
The article traces local youth recreation from St Bernard’s Athletic Association era to Monument Hall bowing alleys and Hunt Gymnasium. It notes the failed efforts after priests left, the rise of Concord Athletication to use the new Hunt Gymnasium, and urges non school residents to join and support with dues starting January 1938.
Editor reports a reader letter from a voter ridiculing modern transportation and urging the voter to stay home. The correspondent employs antiquated terms and jokes about a stereopticon and snow slides to lampoon contemporary autos and theatre trips.
Mary Walcott formerly of Nine Five Cove is reported to have died in San Francisco California on December 13 after a illness. She served at the School of Physical Education for several years and taught in the Schools of San Francisco.
The G D A held a November 14 Thanksgiving party in Concord with Mrs Ethel Gallagher as chair. Ruth mandolin and John Jr piano accordion opened the program, followed by games and prize winnings. A chicken lunch and attractive table decor ended the event for all attendees.
The Bedford Civic Club held a well attended whist and bridge event at Town Hall last Friday evening to raise funds. Sixty prize winners were announced though the list is lengthy. Chairman William Beecy led the committee with assistants including John Condon and William Arnot among others.
The Union Church in Concord will hold services at nine oclock led by Rev George Loring Thurlow who will deliver the sermon. Mrs Helen E B Parsons presides as president with Miss Mary A Flavin as secretary and Mrs Helen R Byron as treasurer. Attendees include Mr Helga L who participated in the State conference at the American Legion Auxiliary hotel Somerset.
The twelve member choral group met at a piece of Marvin Taylor on Monday under the direction of Mrs D Ripley Gage. John T Foster, injured when struck by a truck on Armistice Eve, can walk slowly and is recuperating from a severe arm injury.
Fire Chief Harry B. Tuttle arrived back yesterday from a hunting trip in New Hampshire where he enjoyed time with a group of Boston sportsmen.
Edward McKenna strongly denies reports that he plans to retire from his longtime post as janitor at St. Bernard’s Church. The rumor sparked after recent staffing chatter at the parish.
A Grange Whist party occurred at Edward Flannery's Bedford Street home last Monday evening with John Flannery in charge. Beano followed the games, providing post event amusement.
A whist party organized by the Ladies Auxiliary A O H will be held at the home of Mrs Thomas on Byron Union street. Mrs Thomas Byron will again oversee the event with an evening host in charge.
Hollis S. Howe expands the rear of his store and Mr Drummy's Brown Bobby Shoppe adding a new stairway and kitchen. The adjoining space will also enlarge Howe's Jewelry store with the same expansion project.
Mrs Henry Huston displays a fine collection of wooden novelties carved from Southern Cypress by her brother. The exhibit features bowls vases cigarette holders and other attractive articles highlighting skilled craftsmanship.
Mrs Gladys Trowbridge of Worcester and formerly Concord is spending a few days visiting Mrs Marvin C. Taylor.
George Taylor the son of Mr and Mrs Marvin C Taylor faces denial of admission to Dartmouth due to academic or competitive criteria as indicated by the public notice.
Mr and Mrs Samuel Hoar plan a weekend visit including the Harvard Yale football game and a ball at the Statler hotel. Gordon Har rower of New York, Mr and Mrs Ben L Wilson host Wilson’s brother and his wife from Cleveland. Kenneth L Hayes of Ripley Hill road also welcomes out of town guests.
The Harvard Yale dinner dance will be held Saturday night at the Country Club with Ruby Newman's orchestra performing. Mr. Charles W. Farnsworth chairs the committee. about 175 reservations exist for dinner and more attending the dance.
Norman Wood Sr. is recuperating in Emerson hospital after a broken ankle and an operation. He expects to stay about two weeks longer.
Mr and Mrs George B. Proctor and Mr and Mrs Harry B. Little will attend a cocktail party at 11 o clock Saturday morning at the home of Mrs Nelson in Chestnut Hill. Followed by luncheon at 12 before many guests attend the Harvard Yale game. A number plan to listen to the game on the radio.
The Kings Daughters gathered on Tuesday at Miss Elizabeth Alexander's home with Mrs Mewcomb Fuller assisting.
Banks announce they will use dormant accounts over twenty six dollars after years of inactivity to locate owners. Agent A George Mann says the effort helps recover funds. searches through directories, town clerks, and school records locate heirs or descendants. Banks urge claimants to present proofs directly to their branches.
A Concord Joseph Dee led a 150 person Shipmates reunion Wednesday at the Miles Standish. The gathering featured a banquet, dancing, entertainment, and photo displays from recent Emerald Isle trips. Committee members included Joseph Dee of Concord, Josephine Lenton of Dorchester, and Rev. Francis Shea of Milton.
The community observes a Thanks giving Service from 9 to 10 on Thanksgiving morning at West Concord Union Church. Rev George Loring Thurlow will preach to accommodate early gatherings before afternoon football, with multiple churches aiding and Emerson Hospital benefiting from the offering.
Members of the Cheerful Letter group gathered at Mrs Holis Howes home on Wednesday morning to make scrapbooks for hospital use. The session produced several completed albums and arranged future craft dates.
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