Concord writer Aver French Dies at 75
Boston native Aver French, longtime Concord resident and author, died at his home after a long illness. He was born November 28 in Boston and lived in Concord since 19. He taught English at Harvard, wrote histories of Concord and Ticonderoga, and was buried at Sleepy Hollow. The well attended funeral was held at the First Unitarian Church with Rev. Edward Perry Daniels officiating.
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University of Berlin
Harvard University
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Concord Holds Lead With 18 Points In Class C Standings
Concord sits atop the Class C records with 18 points, facing Maynard this Saturday at 2 PM in a key matchup. Northbridge follows with three wins at 4.80, while Shrewsbury and Hudson chase, each at 4.00 and 2.00 respectively, with other towns like Swansea Billerica Weston and Winchester in pursuit.
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Winchester
Tribute honors Major Dee in Concord church service
A solemn high requiem was held for Major Michael James Dee superintendent of the State Reformatory at Our Lady's Church in Concord. Attended by clergy from multiple parishes, civic groups, and members of the Legion and Knights of Columbus, the service honored a life of religious devotion and public service.
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Tts Reformatory
Elm Street
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Gurch
Joseph Iivan
William F. Shaughster
Elford
Lord
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West Somerville
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St. Rose’s Chelsea
Rd’s Church
Illiam B. Finigan
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Immaculate Conception
Marlboro
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Committee Airing Plans For Election
The Republican committee held a meeting at the Town House last evening. Maurice McWalet was approved and set for October 16th as the final date for the upcoming state election on November 5th. The plan includes a large celebration announced at the next meeting. Secretary Williams reports.
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Edith E Buck 88 dies after long illness in West Concord home
Edith E Buck aged 88 of 2 Pinckens Street died today in a West Concord rest home after a long illness. For over 50 years she ran a dry goods business with her sister Evelyn Buck, with whom she lived. She retired about five years ago. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
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Pinckens Street
West Concord
Evelyn Buck
Harvest Day drives aid to Emerson Hospital in Concord
Emerson Hospital Aid Society plans its annual Harvest Day collection on Wednesday October 16 with a station wagon at Thorne's Shoe Store and basket collections in Concord stores. Girl Scouts and volunteers survey Concord area from West Concord to Acton, with chairmen named for Lincoln Carlisle and Acton drives.
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J. Russell Clark Jr
Westford Road
Chiirman
Emerson Hospital Aid Society
Thorne’s Shoe
Misl Dam
Concord’ Enterprise Office
Charles L. J. Noble
A. Lawrence Pierson, Jr
Girl’ Scouts
Whitney S Smith
Sudbury River
West Concord
Edgar A. Rohan
Arthur Thiessen
Lincoln
Guy Clark
Carlisle
Maynard L. Harris
Acton
Veteran Wanted Learn Hardware Business
Veteran sought for hardware business position no prior experience required. Must be well recommended. Send details to Box 62 Concord Mass.
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Concord Lions Club notes birthday with on the road meetings
The Concord Lions Club held its regular semi monthly gathering at the Colonial Room Howard Johnsons with about 400 in attendance. The club plans a first district meeting October 22 at Hotel Woodbridge Somerville and a November ladies night around November 8 at Hotel Commander Cambridge marking its fifth anniversary.
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Nurses Resign Posts After Army Service in Europe
Concord The Misses Dorothy K and Mary A Mara nurses who had worked at Emerson Hospital since leaving the Army Nurses Corps after serving as lieutenants in the European Theatre have resigned their positions. Their home is 18 Bedford Street.
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New Arrival in Lincoln Parents Welcome Suzanne Fedock
Mr and Mrs Met To Fedock of Lincoln announce the birth of a daughter Suzanne on September 27 at Emerson Hospital. Mrs Fedock is Hazel MacLeod, daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward MacLeod of Lincoln.
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Dr. Fred Field Goodsell to Speak at Woman's Union Meeting
Concord notes the first fall meeting of the Woman's Union of the Trinitarian Congregational Church with Dr. Fred Field Goodsell as guest speaker. He will discuss What Makes Tomorrow Interesting on Thursday October 17 at 3 p m in the church vestry. A nursery and play group will be provided for attending mothers and tea will be served by Mrs. Charles R. Voigt and committee.
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American Board of Commissioners For Foreign Missions
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South America
Charles R. Voigt
Campaign Office Open Dates at Concord Elks Lodge
The campaign office will operate in the Concord Elks No. 1479 clubrooms from October 14 to November 29 under administrative chairman Mrs. Joseph Walden. Volunteers include Mrs. Walden McDonald Mrs. Roger Goodspeed Mrs. Kennedy Jr. and Mrs. Graydon Smith with hours listed before and during the campaign and the telephone number to be announced later.
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Concord Lodge of Elks
Main Street
David B. Wiliams
Leon J. Moreau
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Winthrop Lee
Morgan Smith
Louis Farley
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Roger Ge Goodspeed
Kennedy, Jr
Graydon Smith
Concord Board of Trade Opens Fall Meeting In Concord
Concorde Board of Trade holds its fall meeting at the Howard Johnson Colonial Room with about 60 attendees. President Arthur J. Deegan presides as the treasurer and secretary report are accepted. New members Spooner and MacRae join. Joseph Dee is remembered.
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Robert D. Parks
Arthur J. Deegan
Carlisle
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Polling Hours Announced for State Election in Concord
Concord Board of Registrars declares polling hours for the November state election. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Precinct 2 voters vote at Harvey Wheeler School. Precinct 1 voters cast ballots at the Veterans Building.
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New Commander Installed At Local American Legion Post
J A Hutchinson was inducted as commander of Concord’s American Legion post, with Mrs Theresa Alexander named Auxiliary president. The ceremony in the Veterans Building featured State and county officers, Concord State Guard music, and refreshments led by Mrs Naomi Wood and Mrs Dorothy McLaughin.
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Springfield
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Concord
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Southwest Pacific
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Dorothy R. McLaughin
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Unclear fragment hints at anniversary note and departure
Fragmentary text shows a switchboard and a gift of glove handbag and money. Mentions an anniversary and someone leaving for an annual vacation. Details incomplete and entities unclear.
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