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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1946
Page
4
The Reconstruction Finance Corporation plans to release million yards of surplus fabric from military stock for public use. Only firms with fewer than 500 workers may bid and must convert material into suits and overcoats within 120 days. Debate rises over why large manufacturers are favored and shortages persist.
The article praises coach Megin at Concord High School for building a strong football program with a multi-tier system and solid support from the school committee. It notes his success since 1941, including a 15 win, 4 loss, 2 tie career and a current 4-0 start with 419 points scored. It hints at tempting offers and hopes Concord retains him.
Memorial fundraiser invites groups and individuals to contribute to a memorial unit at Emerson Hospital. Donors may name rooms or units in honor of loved ones, with a two year availability. Inquiries to Anson W. Kricks or Franklin J. Johnson.
The Maynard 1812 House meeting elected officers for 1946 47 led by President Mrs Howard Wilson and first vice president Mrs Paul Paulson. Other posts include second vice president Mrs Howard Nicola treasurer Mrs Roy Prescott recording secretary Mrs Frank Grieve correspondence secretary Mrs Brooks Reed program Mrs Mary Coughlin scrapbook editor Miss Marion Townsend properties Mrs Joséich Martin. The next gathering is set for November 4 at Mrs Frank Sandersons home.
In Concord Massachusetts on October 14 1946 a World War One veteran writes to the editor complaining that no ex serviceman received a package store license and asking why. The letter urges transparency in the licensing process and notes broad town talk over favoritism.
Emerson adds several new appointments to its nursing and support staff. Christine Holmes of Lincoln becomes a new obstetrical nurse with Miss Murphy, a Newton Hospital graduate who studied ward administration at Boston University. Mary L. Bigelow of Troy New Hampshire is assistant night supervisor assisting Miss Nelson, a House of Mercy Hospital Pittsfield graduate moving from Winchester Hospital. Wanda Cann of Wollaston joins as dietician, a Fanny Farmer Boston graduate previously at Framingham Hospital. Elois Bradshaw, Cortland New York State Teachers College graduate, accepts a bookkeeper role at Emerson after years at Cortland County.
Mrs. Ulin addresses a Woman's Club meeting noting world unrest and the need for decisive American action. She discusses Russia Britain rivalry in the Mediterranean, Iran Greece the Philippines and criticizes Byrnes on Germany. She warns of Nazism in the zone and urges stance toward Russia.
Edward A. Boresen of 47 Main Street returns from an Azores posting for a three week leave with his wife and five children as plans for family reunion are considered. Janet Louise Dee celebrates her third birthday anniversary last Monday with family on Commonwealth Avenue. Hawthorne Chapter CBS met at Masonic Hall Concord last Wednesday with Ruth MacRae presiding and a military whist party following.
Miss Gertrude N. MacArthur daughter of Mr and Mrs B A MacArthur Fayville formerly of Sudbury and Frank G Lamb of Richmond Indiana were married Saturday at 2 o clock at the bride s parents Rev Kemp ton of Cambridge officiated They were attended by Linda June MacArthur and Benjamin W MacArthur A reception for 75 guests followed The bride is a Sudbury High School Bouve Boston School of Physiotherapy and Tufts College graduate She served as an ensign in the WAVES for 16 months Lamb held first lieutenant rank with the Marine Corps and served in the South Pacific for two years.
A call outlines opportunities for memorial gifts to Emerson Hospital. The plan emphasizes broad participation from nearby communities, honoring loved ones who renewed faith, defended ideals, or served public needs. The note highlights cherished individuals across all ages who impacted local life.
Willow Rebekah Lodge will meet Monday evening in Odd Fellows Hall West Concord with noble grand Thelka Schofield presiding at 730. A public whist party follows at 815. At the prior session Josephine Hall was named vice grand and will be installed October 31 along with other officers at the hall. A penny sale drew 60 participants. In Medina New York twin daughters of Mr and Mrs George Clark were born in Lydonville and at Memorial Hospital Medina.
Mrs. Enrico Caruso and Miss Margaret Anderson returned from a motor coach tour through New Hampshire and Vermont admiring the autumn scenery. Theodore Mafe? recovers from arm and shoulder injuries after a Sunday car collision on Sudbury road. Mr. and Mrs. Mayer plan a Florida trip once their car repairs are completed.
Last Friday night the Concord VFW Post No. 6537 held a concert and ball with Ken Reeves' orchestra. Over 500 people attended and the post plans weekly whist parties at the Veterans Building on Thursday evenings beginning at eight. Hire a veteran.
Maynard St Casimir's Church announces Mission Sunday on October 20 with Masses at 9 and 11 a.m. Rosary and Benediction at 3 p.m. Religious instruction for high school students at 8 a.m. and junior high at 11 a.m. Choir rehearsal at 7 15 p.m. Weekday Mass at 8 a.m. except Wednesday 7 30 p.m. Sunday school after the 9 a.m. Mass.
Morning worship at 10 45 led by Rev Norman C Mac Lean with choir music under Harold Merriam and Marion L Jones organist. Church school for all ages at 9 30 and 10 45 supervised by Mrs Hans Erikson Pilgrim Fellowship meets at 6 00 in the chapel Jane Dockerty directs choir rehearsal Wednesday at 7 00 Delegates attend Middlesex Union Association Fall meeting in North Leominster on Thursday October 24.
The Methodist Church in Maynard MA reports a Sunday worship service led by Rev. Herbert F Fulton with special choir music. Church School shifts from noon to 9 30 am next Sunday. Youth Fellowship meets with the Pastor after worship. choir rehearsal at 6 30 pm in the church chapel. Notices must be submitted by Tuesday.
Rev Arvo H Niskanen announces October events at St John’s Ev Lutheran with services English 9 30 a m Finnish 7 00 p m and Oct 19 program for October born. Activities include Boy Scouts Troop 4 meeting Oct 21 at 7 30 p m Junior choir at 3 45 p m Luther League at 7 30 p m on Oct 22 at Miss Gertrude Kaupilla’s home 26 Harrison street.
The snippet lists events at Georges Church in Maynard Massachusetts with Rector Harry E. Goll and Curate S. Price. Dates include October 17 7 00 pm a Gospel Guild meeting October 21 7 30 pm Sabra League meeting. Church School for upper grades and primary dept Kinder garden at 9 30 and 10 45 am and Morning Prayer service at 10 45 am with Price preaching. Confirmation class at 2 30 pm.
The Maynard Finnish Congregational Church schedules mid week services on Thursday at 7 30 p m with a Fitchburg speaker and a social hour. A coffee table is sponsored by Mrs Helen Katvala and Mrs Lirinea Trulson. Sunday school is set for 10 30 a m on Sunday October 20. Christian Endeavor meets Wednesdays at 8 p m in the church vestry with time changes announced in the Maynard Enterprise.
Committal services were held at St Bernard's Church for Annie M Coughlin daughter of the late Cornelius and Honora Coughlin. She died October 12 at Littleton after a requiem high mass at St Elizabeth's in West Acton.
Sunday services begin at 10 45 with Sunday school and a testimonial at 7 45 Reading Room hours are noon to four on weekdays and holidays The Sunday October 20 Lesson Sermon title Doctrine of Atonement emphasizes scripture passages from King James Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, highlighting the ministry of reconciliation and freedom from sin
West Concord Union Church on Main Street lists Rev Earl K Sweatland pastor Mrs Nina Lind organist C W MacWilliams. church school meets at 9 36 with Sunday morning service at 9 at OSsaraes and evening gospel meeting at 7 o'clock.
Morning services at 8 and 11 o'clock will be led by substitutes at Trinity Episcopal Church with Rev Alfred B Sterrat acting as rector and Mrs Theodore Rideout serving as organist.
Parish bulletin lists Sunday masses at 7, 8 30 and 10 30 with Sunday school after the 8 30 service. Evening services include Rosary Litany and Novena followed by Benediction at 5 o clock.
The Catholic parish lists Burke as pastor with Curate and Juliette A MacLean as organist. Morning services Sunday at 7 8 15 and 10 30 o clock with Sunday school at 9 30 after the 8 15 Mass. Rosary Litany and Benediction at 4 30 in the afternoon.
The Walden Street church led by Rev. John E. Wallace holds church school at 9 30 a m and morning worship at 11 o clock with a sermon by the minister. Organist is Robert J Vervey.
Long Street pastor leads Sunday services at 10 45 a m with Adult Bible Class studying John five. A 4 30 pm Sewing Circle with guest Esther Goddard of Boston. 7 30 pm Gospel service with messages and music. Wednesday prayer at 8 pm. Friday YPS at 8 pm at the parsonage 12 Lang Street Concord. Saturday confirmation class 10 am.
The Lexington Road church led by Rev Edward P Daniels schedules Sunday services on October 29 with a children’s program and a sermon titled Who Pays Your Way Religiously Music by the Chorus Choir. The Women’s Parish Association meets in the vestry on Monday at 3 pm with Gilbert Phillips present.
The congregation in South Sudbury invites all to a 9:30 a.m. sermon by Rev John Ong and an 11:00 a.m. service with the senior choir. A Sunday school starts at 9:00 a.m. and a Junior Christian class forms under Dana Chase. An annual church fair runs Thursday with supper at 5:30 and 7:00.
The Rev. Herbert F. Ful announces regular worship at 9 30 a m with choir music. Church school holds morning classes for all ages and a choir rehearsal is at 7 30 p m in the evening.
Rev. John H. Morgan leads Sunday services with Sunday school at 9, morning worship at 1, Christian Endeavor at 3 30, and Senior Endeavor at 6 45 p m highlighting community worship in Stow Union Evangel Church.
Miss Mary Lot ist and Harold Merriam lead Union services at the Universalist Church each Sunday in October at 10 15 a m. The brief notice lists the major participants and the weekly schedule for worship.
A local gathering honored Mr. Willard M. Powers for his service to the party and announced plans for Florida outreach. The committee, including Liam Hall and John Gaug, presented a fountain pen while music by Paul Amber contributed to a ceremony that praised the Powers family for their residency and future move.
Vague OCR notes indicate a panel session at Star Island convened in a vestry with missing details. The fragment mentions a specific date October 26 and a location Star Island but lacks context on purpose or participants.
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