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Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1940

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Maynard and Oulette Arrested in Salem Assault Case

Salem police arrested Regan Maynard and an 18 year old from 129 Boston Street Salem on a Friday night charging assault and battery with intent to commit a crime against a young girl on Summer Hill road. They confessed to multiple crimes including eight armed robberies and two other assaults and were held for trial in Cambridge after police recovered a gun and shells.

Nard Lawrence Regan Salem Oulette Boston i Summer Hill Road Maynard West Y G Froma Yolman Edward Johnston Summer Oad Great Road Peabony Pand Bates Pris Edward Tor Lieuts Duffy Police Jbreak Ware

Installation of Leominster and Marlboro lodge officers

Edith MacAleistrict presided as deputy president and installed officers of Leominster lodge. Her suite included Eleanor Adams as marshal Abbie Isner Mary Stone chaplain Jones recording secretary Prescott financial secretary Gertrude Keene treasurer and Leithead as guardian. Marion Butterworth presided at Marlboro lodge with Isner Edith Ma Chaplain Leithead Gia outside guardian and Keene treas.

Edith MacAleistrict Uir Leominsterre Eleanarad Marshal Abbie Isner Mary , Stone of Jones de Prescott Gertrude Keene Aldrich Inside Guardian Leithead Guardian Mary Stone Star of Hope H ‘Lodge Marlboro Isner Edith Ma Helen Leithead Lal Jannette Gia Gertrudett Inside Eleanor al Eleanor Jonesty Treas Marion Butterworth

Registrars On Duty For Draft Registration Day

Young men of specified ages must register for the selective service today. Registrations occur at designated Town Halls and clubs from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Precinct registrars include W Coughlin, Clare A Milbery, and Miss Fafinie HB Davis. Early morning signups encouraged to avoid delays.

Selective Service Reg- Hoh Met Acton Town Hall South Acton Universal- Wh West Woman's Clubhouse Dif W. Coughlin Clare A. Milbery Fafinie HB Davis Possii

Marguerite Taylor Begins Weeklong Hospital Vacation

Marguerite Taylor starts a weeklong vacation this week from the hospital where she has served as a nurse for four years. She plans to take time off during her well earned break.

Marguerite Taylor

Couple Weds at Acton on Holiday in Our Lady Help Church

Miss Dorothy Victoria Dunne daughter of Joseph L Dunne of Lynn and the late Mrs Dunne married Frank Ralph Viscarriello son of Mrs Jennie M Viscarriello and the late Mr Viscarriello at Our Lady Help of Christians church. Rev Fr William F Shaughnessy officiated the four o clock ceremony. The bride wore a green tweed suit with matching accessories. A reception followed at 141 Commonwealth avenue. After a wedding trip to New York including the World's Fair the couple will reside at 151 Commonwealth avenue.

West Concord Dorothy Victoria Dunne Commonwealth Avenue Joseph L. Dunne Lynn Dunne Frank Ralph Viscariello Jennie M. Viscariello Viscariello Walden ‘Street William F. Shaughnessy George Comenos Joseph Viscaridllo John S. Tombeno New York

Free Lecture on Christian Science Held in Concord

Concord veterans building was filled Thursday night for a free public lecture on Christian Science by Gavin A Allan of Toronto. Hal Newport, First Reader, introduced the lecturer, a member of The First Church of Christ Scientist Boston Board of Lecture Ship. The full text appears on page 5.

Concord—Veterans Gavin A.allan CSB Toronto Canada Wiven Concord, Christian Science Shoren Hal Newport First Church of Christ Boston

Middlesex Blank Portsmouth 7-0 in Rivalry Game

Middlesex, led by Dick Guard fullback, defeated Portsmouth Priory 7-0 to notch their second win in three games. Guard scored on a two yard plunge in the opening drive, Connie Atkins converted the extra point, and Middlesex held the visitors from scoring after driving to the five yard line in the final period. The team lineup lists Atkins and Guard among key players as Middlesex prepares to face St. Mark's Southboro next.

Concord Middlesex School Dick Guard S Oreq Portsmouth Priory Bob Foster St. Mark’s Southboro Middlesex Connie Atkins Loals Atkins Je. Brewer R. Sundbach Ross St. Mills Fr. Reed Ward Munsel Camer Cameron Rg

Bachelor party for Frank Viscariello at Old Mill Dam

Friends organized a surprise bachelor dinner for Frank R Viscariello at the Old Mill Dam Tea Room last Wednesday. Nearly 40 guests attended a turkey dinner followed by songs and speeches. he received an electric mixer and a check among many gifts.

Goncord Frank R Viscariello Old Mill Dam

Concord Grange Whist Party Winners Named

The Concord Grangers whist party at Franklin Prescott home on Barretts Mill Road last Tuesday night announced prize recipients including Mrs Mary F P Kelley Mrs Madeline DeMars Dr Claire Myron Chester Moreau Violet Flannery Elizabeth Adams Thomas DuBurger Nellie O Connor Frances O Connor Cora Flannery Mrs Kelley Mrs Alice O'Brien Mrs Flora Halloran Mrs Margaret McCarthy Mrs Ethel Gates Mrs Nettie Wells Mrs Dickey Mrs Marion Clark Mrs Henry Helsher John Flannery and Mrs Andrew Ducharme.

Concord Concord Grangers O’ Franklin Prescott Barretts Mill Road Mary FP Kelley Madeline DeMars Claire Myron Chester Moreau Violet Flannery Elizabeth Adams Thomas DuBurger Nellie ‘O’conner Frances O'Connor Cora Flannery Kelley Alice O’brien Flora Halloran Margaret McCarthy Ethel Gates Nettie Wells Dickey Marion Clark Henry Helsher John Flannery Andrew Ducharme

Outdoor wedding for Miss Sally Davis and Leonard Brett

Miss Sally French Davis daughter of Mr and Mrs Davis Lowell road married Leonard Brett son of Mr and Mrs George Brett Jr in an outdoor ceremony at her parents home officiated by Rev Edward Perry Daniels. The maid of honor was Anne Winnship and the best man was George Brett. A reception followed at the bride’s home. The couple will reside in Brunswick after a brief wedding trip.

Sally French Davis Davis Lowell Road Leonard Brett George Lt. Brett Edward Perry Daniels First Anne Winnship Charles River George Brett Brunswick Maitemony

Communion Breakfast of Concord Council Knights

The Concord Council Knights of Columbus No. 287 held a Sunday morning communion and breakfast at Monument Hall after an 8:15 mass at St Bernard's. Grand Knight Charles H. Mare presided as 60 to 70 members attended. Guest speakers included District Deputy James Hubano Brookline and Worthy State Advocate Jarndes Al Finegan of Samaicz Traing Professor Callik Buck. A new bowling league was announced with teams to be formed and captains chosen later for Friday night play at McManus alleys.

Samaicz Rosto Callik Buck Ainlka McManus John Pyron Tom Burke Terry McHugt Bob Mara Joe McKenna Jack Hayes John Goulding Philip Dee Michael Hackett Bernie McKenna Richie Loughlin Chuck Mare R. Currier Martin Siskin Martin Mullaney Mark Bulger Richard Main Eq Byron Ton Coyne Maurice McWalter Jim Loughlin Maurice Dee Bil Dee Jim Burke Hd Sheehan Ted McKenna Joe McGann Pa Diskin George Carter Ned McManus Eddie Craig

Funeral for Mrs. Ida Dolan in North Billerica

Four sons survive Mrs Ida Dolan widow of Philip Dolan who died fourteen months ago. A solemn high mass was held Friday at St Andrew Church North Billerica with burial in St Bernard's Cemetery Concord.

Concord Ida Clark) Dolan Philip Dolan St. Andrew's Church North Billerica Dolan South Billerica St. Bernard’s Cemetery

Bride Elect Given Party Concord Secret Shower

Miss Pauline Thoreson of Tewksbury and Concord was honored at a surprise shower hosted by her aunt at Strawberry Hill. The event celebrated her upcoming October 19 marriage to Arthur Bradbury of Monument Peach in Tewksbury. Guests numbered 3 to 40 and presented many gifts. The Concord lodge of Elks will meet Tuesday evening in the B P hall with Exalted Ruler Francis J. Dee presiding.

Concord Pauline’ Thoreson Krawit Thoreson Tewksbury Ruth “Thoreson Strawberry Hill Thoreson Arthur Bradbury Monument Peach Miss Thoreson Concord Lodge of Elks B. P Hall Main Street Francis J. Dee

Concord to hold Selective Training Act registrars

Mrs Elsie E Rose town clerk lists registrars for Wednesday registration under the Burkie Wadsworth Conscription bill. Precinct one names Kane W Ballou as chief and others including Powers Hawkes Allen and Clank. precinct two lists Leighton Hemenway Lyons Sullivan and others. Gov Salton named a draft board with several Concord affiliates and medical examiner Dr Rogers Lord.

Concord Elsie E. Rose Kane W. Ballou Thomas “J. Powers Georgi Catherine A. Mar Gertrude F. McKenna Ened A. Dee Philip F. Kenney G. Hawkes George KE Eric Roger K. Allen John W.clank Merton J. Leighton Marian W. Hemenway Ruth Lyons Marguerite J Mary. T. Sullivan Evelina Salton I Axton Bedford Linco Sudbury Maynard Wayla Edward B.caiger Raym N Emerson Robert M Gan Wayland Charles Tirball George F. Lynch Frederick W. Eaton Dr. Rogers

Concord group ships beds to Britain for war relief

The British War Relief Society unit in Concord announces four hospital beds were purchased and sent to Britain. Volunteers knit and sew at Trinity church on Mondays as funds from 63 contributions support Maynard Lincoln Carlisle neighbors. The effort, now tied to the Production committee, expands to involve local supporters in Britain aid.

Concord Society, Inc Friends of France Amny Morgan France British War Relief Lincoln Maynard Carlisle West Concord Britain

Concord-iMiss Girls Beat Belmont 3-0 in Field Hockey

Miriam V. Clark's high school team defeated Belmont 3-0 with goals by Anna Denisevich Mary Hansen and Virginia Benoit. Belmont won 1-? in the prior match while the locals eye a three game streak hosting Acton next at Emerson Playground on Thursday.

Concord Miriam V. Clark Ast Belmont High Girls Arlington Anna Denisevici Mary Hansen Virginia Benoit Lois Stone Anna Denisveich Mary Ou ‘Hills Ante ‘Hills Dorothy Winchel Barbara Richardson Mary Blanchard Margaret Damon Frante Keyes Belmont Acton Emerson ‘Playground Lexington Maynard Winthrop Weston Lunenberg

Elm Tree Removed on Walden Street by Concord Tree Surgery

Concord Tree Surgery cut down a prominent elm on Walden Street opposite the Veterans' Building. The tree was estimated at 75 years old. Dwight Joslin, Tilton student and son of Mr and Mrs Elmer L Joslin, visited his parents over the weekend.

Concord Tree Surgery Walden Street Veterans Dwight Joslin Tilton Elmer L. Joslin

Rudowski Dempsey Wedding in Hudson

Victoria K Rudowski of Cambridge Turnpike Providence Rhode Island and John J Dempsey of Belknap Court Hudson were married Saturday afternoon at St Michael s Church Hudson by Rev Fr Conroy at 3 30 PM. Only close friends attended. Maid of honor Agnes Kerrigan. best man Patrick Kerrigan. They will reside at 15 Concord after a short wedding trip.

Concord Victoria K. Rudowski Cambridge Turnpike Victor Rudowski Providence Rhode John J. Dempsey Anna C. Dempsey Mr Dempsey Belknap Court St. Michael's Hunch Hudson Conroy Agnes Jxerrigan Patrick Kerrigan

West Concord Bride-To-Be Marries New York Man Tonight

West Concord Miss Gertrude Elysbeth Reed of 138 Commonwealth Avenue wed John Joseph Gailfoil of New York City in a ceremony at the bride’s home conducted by Rev Kenneth H R Teed. Matron of honor Mrs Ray V Rice and best man Mr Rice, with flower girls from the Rice family, followed by a reception. The couple plans a two week wedding trip to Maine and Canada and will reside at 138 Commonwealth Avenue. the groom is an officer at the Concord Reformatory.

West Concord Gertrude Elysbeth Reed Commonwealth Avenue Carolyn Reed Augustus W. Reed Boothby Harbor Maine John Joseph Gailfoil New ‘York City Didi Thomas Gailfoil Mattewan New York Keneth HR Teed Ray 'V. Rice Solon iRice Frederick '"Keerber Edgecomb Usher Dad Keerber Little Glen Taae Canada Concord Reformatory

Hospital Monthly Report Summary At Concord Miss Edna Price

Superintendent Edna Price reports September hospital activity total surgical 41 medical 4 obstetrical 6 28 infants born 122 out patients treated 11 accident cases 7 auto 36 X rays taken 18 smallest 18 largest 30 admitted 90 discharged 72 note invalid data in line items and cash figures.

Concord Edna Price Ces Sree

Lefties Slip Two In Hard Fours League Standings

Monday night results show the Lefties dropping two matches and six of eight points to Depot and Bakers while Andersons take four points from Bakers. The secretary announced this week’s schedule with matches including All Stars versus Snows and Lincoln versus Independents.

Depot Bakers Andersons Lincoln Snows Whitney K. of C Independents

Concord High Elects Senior Class Officers

Concord High School names four officers for the new senior class with Richard Damon as president Elaine Tirrell as vice president Helen Soberg as secretary and Henry Harmon Jr as treasurer. Frank J Googins serves as faculty advisor and vice principal.

Concord Concord High School Richard Damon Elaine Tirrell Helen Soberg Henry Harmon, Jr Frank J. Googins

Concord Golfer Nets First Hole-in-One at Country Club

Harry J. Cook, 62, a Garland road realtor and long-time golfer, aced a 160 yard hole on the 9th at the Concord Country Club with a number three iron. He played with William Wadsworth and had never before seen or made a hole-in-one.

Harry J. Cook Garland Road William Wadsworth

Hosmer couple marks 56th wedding anniversary in Concord

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert W. Hosmer of 9 Lowell Road observed their 56th wedding anniversary with quiet messages from friends and relatives. Married October 15, 1884 in Concord, they remain longtime residents. Mrs. Hosmer, 81, and Mr. Hosmer, active in public affairs, have a son, a daughter, seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Conard Herbert W. Hosmer Lowell Hosmer Herbert Elm Street Olive W. Hosmer

Columbus Day Observed in Maynard by Roma Lodge

A large street parade and civic program marked the 19th Columbus Day in Maynard led by Roma Lodge and Sons of Italy. Local and visiting groups, officials, and speakers including Congressman Joe Casey highlighted courage and democracy, with awards given at the evening soda to Mrs C Lech and G J Hutt.

Maynara Roma Lodge Sons of Italy Marth Iocal Sons Italy Magnari Tiremen Hudson «S National Card Anti Tank Company Francis White American Legion VF W St. Anthony's ‘Society Our Ladies of Indulgence Society Loyal C. J. C. T. W. A. Ay Assahet Aerie F. C. EB Salamotte and Terrassi Joe ‘Casey Incipay Columbus Louis B. Connors Peter DiPolla Paul A. Dever Walter Chesiak Board of Selectmen William F. Baron Frank J. DeMars Post A. L W. F. W. Post 1812 Lester F. Cowles Assabet Aerie F.C. E Eva Moynihan Board of Assessors Adama Mariani Norge C. Lech Walnut. Street Maynard and T Radio Melihoro James Russo Adam J. Mariani Frank Finncchi Joseph Perazzo Dominic Muccaccio Paquale Veleno Antonio Vastellini Michael Veleno Celestine Primiano

State Patrolman Returns from Salisbury Beach Duty

Concord reports Patrolman Michael Shea comes back to barracks after finishing the season at Salisbury Beach. Mr and Mrs John Nyland and daughter Mrs Aljean Doty and husband Clark V Doty spent the holiday weekend at the World's Fair.

Michael Shea Salisbury Beach John Nyland Aljean Doty Clark V. Doty

Watertown Wedding Ceremony Sets Concord Couple

Miss Mary Vergilio and Come J. Bregoli wed at St Patrick’s church Watertown in a ceremony conducted by Rev Fr Reardon. Maid of honor Velina Bregoli and best man Salvatore Vergilio attended. Reception followed at the groom’s Concord home. The couple will reside in Concord where the groom works for Wilson Lumber Co.

Concord St. Patrick's Church Watertown Mary Vergilio Carlo Vergilio Forest Street J. Bregoli Ruggerio Bregoli Elsinore Street Reardon Velina Bregoli Salvatore Vergilio Vergilia Wilson Lumber Company

James Giblin dies after long illness at 73

Concord remembers James Giblin a life long resident born December 29 1866 in Manchester He served two years in the Spanish American War and was a member of the U S W V Corporal Ralph P Hosmer Camp 56 Funeral services were held at Joseph Dee & Sons and St Anne Church with full military rites The funeral procession included three volleys and honor hearers from town and public buildings flags flown at half mast

Concord James Giblin Bedford Street Joseph Dee & Sons George F. Mulcahy St. Nne Concord! 26Th Philippines Ralph .P. Hosmer

Acton Young G.O.P. Club Holds Meeting

The Acton Young Republican Club met Monday evening with a sizable turnout. Speakers included Mrs. Madge Ray from Hudson, Albert Durkee, and Mrs. George Wallace who shared convention highlights. Miss Minerva Elliot explained voting procedures, while discussions centered on volunteering transportation to registration.

Acton Minerva Elliot Young Women’s Republican Council James Baker

West Acton Trip Through Franconia And Crawford Notches

Carl Anderson of Arlington Street drove friends through the Franconia and Crawford Notches on Saturday and Sunday in West Acton.

Carl &. Anderson Arlington Street Franconia Crawford Notches

Maynard to Play Concord on Saturday

Concord high clashes with Maynard at Alumni Field this Saturday in a nonleague game. Maynard enters as favorite despite three losses in four starts, while Concord, missing several key players, aims to prove itself against the rugged Maynard juggernaut.

Concord Concord High Maynard Conmond Sea Stonesham al Cook Mert Sanborn Backfleld Frank Horne Jamie Flavin Cook Concord High School Mintot Paul Dee Ed Wille Harold Gibbs Dave Carey Ashley Cousins Billy Anderson Joeley Salvatore Mdscariello T Ha Ba Bill LaHiff Jimmy Colls Don Jeckie Boyd

Intention Filings Filed in Myrtlé Hodgess and Howard Strout Whitney Case

The town clerk records filed intentions involving Myrtlé Hodgess of 13b Maple Street and Howard Strout Whitney. Details are unclear due to fragmented OCR. primary names and street address appear in the notice.

Maynard Myrtlé Hodgess Maple Street Howard Strout Whitney

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Cambridge Dorothy V. Dunne Frank R. Viscariello Dorothy Ed Gavin W. Allan Veterans’ Building Portsmouth Grange Whist Awards Sally F. Davis Robert L. Brett Council IN St. Bernard’s Church G. K. C. E. Mara Ashland Walden Royal Arch Masonic Temple Gertrude Reed John. J. Gailfoil New York City Hospital In Monthly Report Andersons Seal Herbert W. Hosmers Casey C. J. Bregoli Naval Hospital Young G.O.P West Acton Aigas Wvveu DMV Law Manning Pharmacy THE Rexall Cure West Richardson Drug Concord Bradshaw’s South Attorneys At Law
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