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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1943
Page
3
The message notes how officers receive about two letters daily and shows pictures illustrating how they handle mail. It expresses hope that continued home correspondence will bring glad tidings and boost spirits for those serving abroad.
The guide advises concise letters to deployed service members avoiding complaints about privations and finances. It urges sharing cheerful family news and hometown clippings while omitting doleful details and lengthy woes. The piece notes this was based on a survey of servicemen.
Fragmentary note discusses heat and mail handling with references to destination and morale. The text is unclear but hints at a process to save heat during mail sorting and transport and effects on morale. No identifiable persons or organizations are present.
In a feverish Midland league game Hudson and Maynard battled to the wire inside Hudson’s 35 yard line. Maynard’s final drive reached the 11 yard line before a decisive goal line stand by Hudson preserved a dramatic scoreless or near finish with relentless pressure, penalties and fumbles shaping the closing moments.
The Crimsons battle Hudson in a tight game with lead changes and a frantic fourth period. Maynard penetrates to the 18 and 15 yard lines, while LeSage stages a late trick play that nearly clinches the win before turnovers and interceptions steady the verdict.
Concord-Middlesex School defeated Gov Dammer Academy 14 to 0 on their home field. Dick Barron scored on a 64 yard breakaway run and John Winsor scampered in from five yards after a long drive with Stephen Mead adding the extra point. Middlesex used substitutes in the second half as Coach Pratt secured the win with two touchdowns in the second period.
An assembly last week showcased activity periods with master of ceremonies Johnny Dunn guiding speakers. Bill Parker A A Frank Parker Dramatics Jimmy Walker Paencls Claus Connie Rice Red Cross Jean Anderson Glne Club William Zumwalt War Bonus Charlotte Rehan Voices Rita Coyne and yours truly led the Debating Club.
Report notes a scrimmage with Middlesex last Wednesday with both teams starting at midfield on eight downs. Middlesex scored and converted the extra point while Cross Country time trials are set for week’s end. Mentions Martin F Goodwin returning to Room 4 and a renewed sale of Bonds at the High School to support Treasury stamps and bond purchases.
Two Concord naval officers were decorated by the War Department. Commander Charles Joln received the Navy Cross for leading demolition work on New Georgia during Guadalcanal action. Lieutenant (j.g.) John M. Eaton Jr. earned the Navy Cross for organizing and directing the launch of overloaded aircraft from Midway during the December 7, 1941 attack. Family details and other local service members abound in the Concord roll call.
Mrs Bernard McKenna of Laurel Street appeals for information on her son, a former high school tutor now studying pharmacy at Bridgewater with the U S Navy. He was transferred from Newport Rhode Island and was last known in New York over the weekend of September 26.
Robert on leave visiting family after serving in the Aleutians with the Navy Seabees. Umberto Fraticelli of Potter Street returned to duty after furlough with his wife. John Mazzeo of the US Army Air Navy and Biwerd L. Biwerd of Camp Gordon Ga. are on leave from duties as an instructor.
Fragmentary text mentions Mag. Howard G Hawkes and Col Norman C Spencer with references to active duty in September and World War records. Details are garbled and place names are unreadable.
Crowley drives for a first down near the goal as Maynard nears the one yard line. The stout Crimson defense, with Jenkins and Reynard, anchors the effort in a sturdy, determined team performance.
Concord Lodge of Bika reports about twenty members now serving on active duty in the armed forces. The update highlights increased troop involvement and community support for national service commitments.
Staff Sergeant Joseph W. Bulger of Sudbury has returned to duty at Camp Shelby Mississippi after a recent furlough. He is expected to be promoted soon to another sergeant rating.
Laurence D. Hennessy of 9 Bow Street, a permanent fireman at Central station, was home on leave before Navy induction last summer. Allen D. Chisholm Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Denterhelm of Thoreaucourt, recently returned from Westover Field Chicopee where he is attached.
Capt. Harding W. Newman of 2 Simon Willard Road attended a reception honoring Col. William Smith, post commander, at the military facility.
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