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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1930
Page
5
The Weekly Enterprise lists its Marlboro Massachusetts office and publishing schedule. It notes second class matter under postal regulations, with distribution among Sudbury Acton and Bedford.
An editorial in November argues high speed motion pictures and gadgets cannot replace family conversation and home life. It contends that modern devices may hinder togetherness, urging parents and children to seek companionship in gardening, reading, and shared activities to restore lasting family bonds.
The piece discusses indirect fire damages from records and vital documents lost in blazes, noting consequences for businesses and families. It cites fear of unrecoverable records, heirlooms, and the broader economic and social impact beyond visible property losses.
The Sheiks team, in tan uniforms, overwhelmed Worcester Blacks in a 37 to 0 victory at Alumni Field. Chieftan Jacko Moore led a powerful ground attack with strong tackling and fierce defense limiting the Blacks to two first downs.
An advertisement from the New Idea Store in Maynard announces men’s suits in Worsted and fine woolens priced at 22.50 with the newest styles highlighted.
South Acton residents report trips to Providence and England. Lady Campbell plans return. observances mark her eighty first birthday on October 14. Families relocate within Acton and Newton areas. housekeeping changes involve multiple local residents. Dental equipment not yet present.
Maynard High School girls hockey opened their season at Crowe Park with a 3 to 0 victory over Marlboro. Catherine Coughlin scored two goals and Eva Gudzinowicz added the other, as Marlboro’s E Wellen and teammates faced Maynard’s lineups under referee Marion Bennett.
A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Goucher. Sidney Paddock suffered a painful foot injury at work at the Acton Motor Company last week. He avoided taking his vacation this time.
A church announces its annual Harvest supper for next Sunday. Community members are invited to attend and share in the meal and fellowship.
Miss Margaret E Stearns wed Waldo John Flint of Ashland on a Saturday afternoon at the bride’s home with Rev Arthur Jefferies presiding. The bride, a Acton native, taught in Acton before factory work at Dennison in Framingham. the groom is from West Somerville with local schooling. After a brief honeymoon in the White Mountains they will reside in Ashland.
Bargains highlight Manning Stores with Occident Flour at 1 bag 98 cents and Cotton Sox 9c iew Idea Store promotions. ADV listings emphasize price cuts and weekly specials.
Marlboro report notes the marriage of Miss Alva L Houde daughter of Mrs James J Feeley to Clifton E Rougeau son of the city License Commissioner. Rev James H Phalan officiated at 7 pm with attendants Mr and Mrs Roland C Rougeau. After a family reception the couple left for a New York City honeymoon and will reside at 162 Elm Street.
The Woman's Missionary Guild of Holy Trinity Church plans a Thursday gathering at Mrs. William C. Lippard's East Main street home. Miss Frances Rice, Hudson High School assistant principal, will recount her Virgilian trip with illustrations of fauna and flora from the journey.
Marlboro State Patrolman McDonald arrested Sullivan for drunkenness and operating a vehicle under liquor with an assumed name. Joan Mangan faced drunkenness charges. truck owner disputes identity with Moore. Sullivan admitted license revocation issues. Mangan fined $5. Court set October 22 for disposition.
Marlboro resident Marlboro Herbert Smith aged 63 of 103A Main street died suddenly last night at 8 47 at Marlboro Hospital from a cerebral hemorrhage. He collapsed at work at Hill Bros shoe factory in Hudson where he was foreman. Dr Irving Armstrong attended and Smith was moved to Marlboro Hospital in Yighe Brothers private ambulance. He had a prior similar episode about a year earlier and had been under Dr Reilly care. He was born in Methuen and has a daughter whose location is being sought. He previously worked at Rice Hutchins Shoe Factory in Main street and later in Lynn before Hudson.
The Maynard church reports over nineteen hundred dollars pledged toward repairs and obligations with hopes to reach twenty five hundred by Thanksgiving Sunday. Parsonage work is underway as Epworth League plans a Junior and Intermediate Department and Friday sessions begin. A Folk's Concert is set for October 28 with tickets via Mrs Levi Cheney.
John Barrymore stars in Moby Dick at the Maynard Theatre October 20 and 21. The production required dangerous, dramatic sea sequences and a mad pursuit of a white whale, with Joan Bennett and Lloyd Hughes supporting roles.
Union Church WEWS Sunday baptised Gordon Albert Nelson at Great Road home with multiple generations present. Jane Smethhurst and Fred Hellawell wed at Congregational Manse. couple left for honeymoon. Church notices list Association delegates, Young People leader, upcoming talks, and choir banquet notes.
A stream of sports notes from Maynard fingered by several local figures. Mentions Adzi gian of Stoneham in a past TD run, college players, amateur bouts, and school teams. Includes fashion and ad copy interludes with names like Knute Rockne and Notre Dame, plus local ads and notices.
F O E Aerie in Upton will hold an open meeting at town hall tonight. Edward Heclan of Seane Wash. will address the assembly along with invited guests including Thomas Quinn of Lowell John Rice and Thomas Keiley of Framingham Joseph Gallagher of Marlboro and Thomas Sayward of Revere.
The American Broadcasting Co plans a third trans Atlantic radio station event featuring Senator Marconi and President RUA aboard a Naples yacht. The setup is announced with reference to Arthur C. Lamson Furniture Store and RC Ware Store as part of the broadcast window displays.
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