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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1921
Page
6
Local residents and visitors filled homes and halls this weekend with gatherings and events. Harold Morgan watched Boston College play Georgetown at Brattle while townsfolk planned a Crystal Bazaar and indoor carnival at Riverside hall featuring the Modern orchestra.
Marjorie Murphy, a blindfolded youngster, calmly reached into the barrel and drew the winning ticket for a Ford sedan. The crowded hall held its breath as her name was announced, followed by applause for Dame Fortune’s choice. Nearby, a seller advertised a pair of White Wyandotte roosters and trap-nested hens with 200 eggs, offered by H Russell of Maynard.
The Bradley family of South Acton expresses heartfelt gratitude for the kind words and deeds from friends and neighbors during a recent bereavement. Miss Mary Bradley aids the family along with others in Maynard.
The Howe family expresses gratitude for the kind words and acts of friends and neighbors during their recent bereavement.
James Owen Conlin married Lillian B Connors of Somerville at St Catherine's church in Somerville. Walter F Conlin attended. bridesmaid Miss Ethel Dooley of Somerville. Honeymoon in New York and Washington. residence to be 23 Curtis St West Somerville. Desautels leads Army basketball team after extensive schedule.
Maynard Lodge Loyal Order of Moose held a special testimonial initiatory at Odd Fellows Hall Monday evening with prominent Order members as guests. The event honored James A. Davis Secretary of Labor in President Harding's cabinet and promoted as a nationwide tribute. Local degree team led by A. J. Bourke with C. J. Murphy demonstrated the degree. guests included Thomas Bearey and Harold Loomer of Worcester, with remarks from attendees from Marlboro Worcester and Lawrence. A collation followed under the arranged committee including Eric Simon, Henry Weir, and George Elson.
Soldiers at Groton Hospital will savor home cooked meals this Thanksgiving week thanks to the local Ladies Auxiliary Legion post. Mrs. Fowler presented a pie and cake assortment to a hospital committee, expressing gratitude for donors. A December 6 auxiliary meeting will plan Christmas gifts and conduct other business.
Miss Edith Rise Lowrey daughter of Worcester's David Lowrey and Frank Crowley of Maynard married today at 2 pm in St Bridget’s church. Rev Albert Crowley of Wellesley officiated with bridesmaid Miss Stephanie Vodoklys and best man Edward Crowley. The couple left for a wedding tour and will reside on Main Street in the Assabet mill area after their return amid generous gifts and a wedding shower for Mrs Crowley.
Members from Maynard and nearby areas attended the November meeting of Middlesex Central Pomona at Odd Fellows Hall in Weltham. Officers were elected with Mrs Elizabeth Hodges chosen secretary and Mrs Mary Lawton named Ceres. Attendees included James Smith and several women: Mrs Harry Ledgard Mrs Harris Clements Mrs Frances Hawkes Mrs Mary Lawton.
John Lester, a Maynard native, has reenlisted with the 15th U S Army and served three years in the Philippines and China. He has traveled extensively in China and continues his military duties overseas.
Mary Tobin, sister of the bride, and John Tobin of Marlboro married in a Walsh ceremony. The bride wore white with orange blossoms and carried a bouquet, while the groom is a World War veteran. Guests and family enjoyed a buffet lunch at home before the couple resides with their parents for a time. Mrs Tobin is active in the Ladies Auxiliary and local organizations.
Miss Victoria tier married Arthur Tourville in a ceremony described as solemnized. The bride wore a brown broadcloth dress and hat, with bridesmaid in brown broadcloth. A reception followed at the bride’s home and the couple will live in Albertville. Mr Peltier, a Maynard native and World War II veteran, was remembered with gifts.
Mrs Mary Dunn died after a three year illness. She leaves two daughters and a son in law and a daughter in law. Funeral services were held at the Congregational Church with Rev David M Sunderland officiating, burial at Glenwood Cemetery. OLD RESIDENT Mrs Malakias Jakke died at home after a lingering stomach trouble. She was 47, born in Finland, survived by husband two daughters a son and a brother Otto Fonsell. Funeral Friday.
Fire crews were called to Parker Street at noon to extinguish a shed fire in the rear of John Mot’s residence. Coals tossed into a wooden ash box near the shed are believed to have started the blaze, which was confined to the shed with minimal damage.
The Morris MHSAA discussed reelecting a captain at a recent meeting. Notes mention treasury funds and possible out of town play this winter. Mrs C L Ricker of Hudson assisted at the Congregational Sunday School morning session with a talk titled new light.
Murray’s Maynard squad defeated Clinton 25 to 18 in the season opener at Pastine Hall. Don Lent, a local player who formerly with M A C, along with Gregg, Connell of Boston, Kendall and Sullivan of Fitchburg, wore Maynard uniforms. Connell starred for Clinton, while the rest contributed solidly despite a small crowd.
The Maynard Bowling League shows rapid improvement as Veterans, led by Ed Billet and Hugh Miller, gain the top spot. Top clubs include a close race with several teams around .500 as standings edge toward the season’s midpoint.
The article notes an orchestral concert at Colonial Hall tonight with Scholl's orchestra making its first big dance appearance. It highlights Howard E Babson, called father of Bertram Babson, who died at his Gloucester home Friday night in his 64th year, leaving four children and a son Bertram.
Personal notes of holiday guests family reunions and other items of interest should be mailed or phoned to the Enterprise correspondent as early as possible. Reporters of societies church groups and social activity correspondents cooperate with the Enterprise reporter. Promptness improves local Associated News coverage. Tel 210
The Social Branch of the Republican League met on Monday November 21 with small attendance due to counter attractions. H Burbank County Urbanizinger and Ralph Hawkes Long Leader led the meeting and urged continued activity in registration and naturalization efforts.
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