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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1947
Page
5
The article discusses mead as a medieval drink and its potential American market, noting its honey and spice origins. It also previews New England autumn shows as foliage turns colors, explaining common beliefs about fall color and mentioning readers far and near appreciating the seasonal maples and hills.
The British secret service reports to the Foreign Office that the 14-man Soviet Politburo decided to end friendship with the United States. Stalin opposed the shift but was overruled. Russia plans to woo the Arabs using the Palestine partition and to destabilize Europe to defeat the Marshall Plan.
The army and air forces continue to struggle with interservice cooperation. With ground and air forces diverted, infantry units are flying their own planes and the air corps considers training foot soldiers. Ground units used planes for observation in the war, and the air corps now discusses organizing ground regiments for anti aircraft defense.
Economists at the agriculture bureau project the U S food bill to reach 36 billion dollars in 1940s terms, up from about 13 billion in prewar years. They note earnings gains allow higher living standards, though price increases explain more than half the rise.
Averell Harriman, Secretary of Commerce, leads a push to use Marshall Plan style aid to boost European recovery. He proposes recruiting about 5000 U S ex-servicemen to transfer American efficiency and materials, addressing misrouting of aid and European industrial stagnation. The Greek government reportedly used Truman funds to buy luxury neckties.
President Truman leads cabinet talks on rationing Europe and appeals to public trust. He cites Red Cross support and says Americans will cooperate once the truth is shared. Participants include Marshall Anderson Harriman and Steelman as the core discussions focus on global hunger and duty.
Ordnance tests a method to bury bombs in Savannah Depot Illinois to preserve them, using earth cover and preservatives, aiming to avoid new magazines and reduce surveillance. Five universities to train ROTC in military intelligence. Army sets higher enlistment standards. Army seeks half a million tons of scrap metal. meat production for armed forces rises. second lieutenants may marry after commissioning. West Point cadets still barred.
The article guides gardeners on selecting spring bulbs by flowering dates and lists early blooms such as snowdrops scillas and chionodoxas followed by crocuses daffodils and tulips. It notes soil needs, planting tips and the progression of blooms from winter to late spring, culminating in the Darwin Cotage and Breeder tulips.
A wartime notice urges investment in Liberty bonds with a brief call to purchase to support the war effort. The terse message emphasizes patriotism and financial support through government bonds.
Sudbury First Parish Church invites all to a 9:30 a.m. service conducted by Pastor John M. Foglesong. All are cordially invited to attend.
Rev Norman C MacLean fronts a layman Sunday at Union Congregational Church on October 19 at 10 45 with reports from debates to the Isle of Schools Conference and the Northfield Young People’s Conference. Morning service includes installation of the Church School staff and routine sessions for Primary Junior Senior and Beginners led by Harold Nordberg. The Pilgrim Fellowship meets Sunday evening at 6 with Miss Jane Dockerty presiding.
Morning Worship starts at 9 30 a m. Next Sunday marks Youth Day with the youth choir and Go To Church Band as special guests. Rev Mr Leech will preach a sermon for young folks followed by Sunday School at 10 45 and youth fellowship planning in the vestry at 5 pm.
Concord road Sudbury Dr. William Wolf, rector. Sunday services at 10:00 a.m. Morning prayer and Church School also at 10:00. Communion on the first Sunday each month. Everyone welcome.
The Concord Chapter American Veterans Committee will meet in the Spanish War Veterans room of the Veterans Building on Wednesday evening October 22 at 8 p.m. The meeting will elect permanent officers adopt by laws and plan future chapter activities.
The article notes four priests were transferred with Fr. Lawler in the class ahead of Fr. Sullivan who studied under Fr. Sullivan at Concord. Fr. Sullivan arrived in Concord after ordination in 1943 and assisted at St. Patrick's Church in Falmouth this summer. He is linked to Pes perell and holds Holy Cross credentials. It is expected Rev. Joseph W. Sullivan of Our Lady's West Concord will stay on as assistant to the new pastor Fr. McCarthy for a period.
A World War II veteran and current Marine Corps sergeant dies suddenly while home on furlough. The man, who had re enlisted after the war, had an autopsy performed with state police pathologist. Survived by sister Ruth J. Curra.
The league plans to start with teams including Andersons and Oilers. Lincoln, last year's champion, is listed among the possibilities along with the Pot, Reformatory, Clippers and Postoffice, though most likely none of these last year's clubs will return this season.
Maynard youth Sunday observance set for 11 o clock with a service titled the Way to Strength. Music will be provided by the church choir. A Board of Education meeting at the parsonage Monday evening will include teachers officers and other board members to discuss church school work. Twelve youth fellowship members attended a Framingham youth rally where Dr Francis D Taylor District Superintendent Worcester gave the address.
The Rev Edward M Green rector announces St Hilda’s Church events. Thursday 7 60 meeting with Student Assistant. Friday 4 00 junior choir rehearsal. Sunday 9 15 church school all grades 10 45 morning prayer and sermon with Mr Green preacher. Monday 7 30 Sabra League meeting. Wednesday 7 30 senior group activities.
Rev F F Stendewicz announces Sunday masses at 9 and 11 o clock and weekday masses at 8 am except Wednesday 7 30 am. Religious instruction for Hi and Junior High Schools at 8 am and 11 am respectively on Wednesday. Sunday Schools follow the 9 o clock mass. Confessions Saturday at 3 and 4 o'clock. October devotions at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon.
Maynard Massachusetts Rev A H Nikanen pastor announces upcoming church events. Boy Scouts meet Thursday in the vestry at 730 pm. October birthday program Saturday 730 pm. English service Sunday 930 am Sunday school 1045 Finnish service 700 pm. These will be Pastor Niskanen's last services in Maynard.
Pastor Rev. Eino J. Hanialainen leads Thursday mid week service at 7 30 p m with social hour hosted by Lena Mattila. Sunday October 19 Sunday school at 10 00 a m and evening worship at 7 30 p m.
Rev Anthony Huravsky announces no services next Sunday October 19 as congregants attend consecration of the new church in ceremony Metropolitan Philop head of the Russian Orthodox Church in America will officiate at the Pontifical high mass.
The South Acton Congregational church Ladies' Circle announces its annual fair on Thursday October 23 starting at 3:00 PM in the church vestry. Several tables will feature aprons fancy work and home cooked food with specific volunteers listed for each booth and tickets. An after supper entertainment is organized by Mrs Chester Spinney.
Church notices show Benediction Tuesdays in St. Jude at 7 30 p m with Rev Alexander and Rev Joseph W. plus Mrs John leading Sunday services October 7 at 8 30 and 10 39 a m Gospel service planned for Sunday October 19 with timing listed.
The Trinity Parish plans a Monday evening meeting at the Parish House to discuss church property and mission, address increasing church needs, and conduct parish business. An afters reception is mentioned with refreshments.
The First Parish announces Rev Edward P on October 19 with services at 9 30 a m and 11 a m. The choir will sing with music by Thiman and Purace. A nursery will be available. A 6 p m Young Group meeting and Thursday dinner at 7 15 p m are listed.
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