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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1940
Page
2
Classified legal notice states weekly Wednesday publications with legal ad charges 75 cents per inch for first insertion and 25 cents per inch for subsequent insertions, outlining pricing structure for legal notices in Concord.
The piece argues Switzerland must heed German and Italian aims in Europe. It notes Swiss air neutrality violations and discusses whether Swiss cities should light or blackout to signal neutrality and protect itself. The high command appears influenced by greater powers despite stated rationales.
The piece notes lingering campaign posters after the race and praises Senator Thomas C. Desmond of New York for removing all his political posters. Desmond recently sent his secretary on a 1000 mile tour of two counties to accomplish this, a gesture viewed as fitting for the victors and losers awaiting the final arena outcomes.
Maynard High pummeled Milford 60 to 0 in a muddy Alumni Field clash on a rain soaked afternoon. Mike Vodoklys led the champions with a decisive drive as Cowboy Fou ratt broke through to seal the win, sending Maynard toward a Thanksgiving Day showdown with Maton for the title. Wild Bill Priest and Lou Magdione starred for Maynard while Milford struggled to mount a response against the home team’s hard hitting line.
Michael B Cunningham a Boston and Maine station agent in Bedford died suddenly Wednesday at Symmes Hospital Arlington after a year of ill health Born Rollinsford New Hampshire 51 years ago he moved to Bedford 25 years ago worked at the depot 22 years and earlier 12 years with the railroad He is survived by his wife Mrs Mary E Lord Cunningham a son and a daughter Funeral services were held Friday from his Loomis street home with a requiem high mass at St Michael's Church Interment was at St Patrick's Cemetery Rollinsford New Hampshire
The annual church supper and fair at the Methodist church last Friday proved the most successful socially and financially in years. Early returns show a net of 250 dollars with more to come. Walter Denniston chaired the general committee and was aided by leaders of all church societies.
Mrs James Mahoney reports a strong Maynard Branch Red Cross roll call with Mrs Walter Denniston as chair and Sidney E McCleary as treasurer of the Assabet Institution for Savings. Wallace Priest leads enrollment for the Assabet mil. Roosevelt school already enrolled 100 percent. Solicitors will canvass house to house awaiting cordial welcome.
Twenty babies were examined at the baby clinic conducted by the Board of Health in the Health Centre Thursday afternoon. Dr Arthur T DeAngelo led the session assisted by public health nurse Miss Mary Ward. The next clinic will be held at the Health Centre Thursday December 4.
Word has been received here of the arrival in Miami Florida of Mrs Charles L Clark of Main Street. Mr and Mrs Arthur Nelson will occupy her home in her absence.
Mrs Paul Sullivan of Springs tread was taken to Emerson Hospital in Concord Saturday seriously ill. Mrs J E Gangler of Philadelphia is vacationing with her daughter Mrs Frank Dodd on Bim street. Mrs Paul B Webber of Hillside avenue has closed her home for winter and moved to Boston. Her daughter Marcia is now employed in New York. Mr and Mrs Williams Collins and children of South street moved into the house on Great road formerly occupied by the Clark family. Mrs Josephine Williams of Boston was the week end guest of Miss Rita Conserve of Fletcher road. From Beth Israel Hospital in Boston, Esther Sullivan is ill. many friends express sympathy.
In a football clash, Fouratt scores a decisive early touchdown as linesman Sheedy spots the play. The encounter includes Webster le Cipriani and Katakian Di Girolamo in key roles, with Espanet Zachilli and Gentile also noted in the ledger.
Funeral services for George Ash a life long resident were held in Che ford on Friday with Rev Frank W Thompson officiating. Burial followed at Shawsheen cemetery. Born January 4 1878 in the same house where he died he is survived by a brother Frank who lives with him He worked for the American Optical Company for 20 years and belonged to the Sons of Union Veterans Lexington Bedford Grange the Lexington Hancock Men's Club and was clerk of the town cemetery committee for 25 years.
Maynard High School girls field hockey wraps up a tough eight game fall schedule with two wins two overtime draws and four losses under new coach Elizabeth Mahoney. The team defeated Acton and Shrewsbury 1–0 each and tied Acton and Weston 0–0, while narrowly losing to Ashland 2–0 Shrewsbury 1–0 and Concord 1–0.
The announcement confirms the marriage of Miss Esther Marion Elson daughter of Mr and Mrs George D Elson of Maynard to Delbert Banks son of Mr Edward Banks of Littleton. They wed Friday October 25 at Union Congregational Church on Brooks Street officiated by Rev Leonard W Fowler. Arch Banks and Mrs Banks of Hudson attended the ceremony. Mrs Banks is the former Ethel Blson, sister of the bride. The groom is a Littleton High graduate now in trucking and the couple reside at 2 Summit Street Maynard with many friends.
The annual military hall sponsored by American Legion Post 284 was held at Acton Town Hall on November 11. Senior vice commander Charles S. Hamilton led the event with assistance from T. Charles Gallagher Larry Roche Daniel O Connell Donatus Benere Herbert Merriam and Joseph Lizotte. Attendees came from Acton and nearby towns.
Seventy six young men will be accepted for enlistment in the U S Navy this week from this area. The Navy offers 55 trades including electricians machinists and radio operators with pay free medical and dental care and a pension after 20 years of service. Applicants must be 18 to 31 in good physical condition and character and may apply at the U S Navy Recruiting Station Framingham at the Post Office building.
Friends confirm Percival Dai Jones has left Hillside Rest Home and returned to his residence on Cen-Lard Road where he is now recuperating.
Acton Red Cross workers across the South and West Acton and the Concord chapter under George A. Rifford begin the annual member drive on Monday November 11 with captains and assistants organized by street and area. For the first time Acton conducts a Junior Red Cross drive alongside the regular campaign with funds raised in schools held for worthy purposes decided by a committee of children led by Mrs. Howard J. Billings.
Calls for joint action by merchants and residents to organize and finance Christmas street illumination in Maynard. Notes Hudson boasts a strong lighting project and urges community leadership to plan the effort.
The Maynard Council K of C hosts an annual turkey whist Monday night at IC hall. Ten turkeys weighing 12 pounds each will be raffled.
Members of the Young Men's Republican Club and friends plan a gathering next Friday evening in Odd Fellows hall to close their active local campaign. The event includes a short business meeting, movies, cards, and a buffet luncheon.
Hilda G Hope of Winchester is appointed to succeed Elizabeth Porter as assistant to the Director of Public Health in Newton. She meets all public health nursing requirements and has prior service in Waltham, as a graduate of Winchester Hospital.
A large gathering attended the Acton Centre Women’s Club bridge and whist party on Thursday November 14. Co chairs were Mrs. Charles Liebfried Mrs Harlan Tuttle and Mrs Fred Rimbach. Prize winners included Brodition bridge winners C S Laffin Allan Moody Walter Stevens and Harlan Tuttle. Whist winner was Mrs F W Billings George Lieb
A fragment lists individuals such as Caroline Schnair Mrs. James Gates Hugh Schnair William Tilson Flora Kilmartin Frances McGuire and Grace Sears along with bridge players Dewey Boatman and Mrs W Camer on for a contract game.
Massachusetts poultry men enjoyed a dinner served by Acton Grange members last Wednesday at the Town hall. The dinner committee included Mrs Bila Torjel sen Chairman Mrs Inga Frost Raymond Gallant Mrs John Pederson Mrs Bertha Tucker Ingvald Pederson George Pederson and Mrs Lizzie Davis.
The first aid class completed its initial course Monday evening with attendees from Acton and Concord. Dr. E. C. Dow of West Concord received a purse for leadership. the South Acton branch donated a sweater for his Cape stay. An advance class starts December 2 at the West Concord fire station.
Wayne Hewitt and others visit at Merlyn Fisher's home on Spring Street. Russell Dodge secures a new job on Great Road. Mrs Horatio Abbott returns home on Hancock Street after Worcester funeral. Congratulations extend to Horatio Cole and family on birth at Lowell General Hospital.
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Special service announced with Mr Wilde preaching Sunday morning at 11. Men’s class meets at noon. Evening service at 7 with Donald Page of Son Dale Methodist as speaker. Senior Christian group hosts a Mystery Day event on the 29th. Next B Class meeting to be held at Universal Bible. Pastor requests Bible contributors and arrangements for display on the platform.
Mr and Mrs Ford after visiting the inn here Saturday have returned home. Arriving here Saturday the new Martha and Mrs Ford spent the weekend at the inn and were greeted by several townsfolk.
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