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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1931
Page
2
A crowded scene at St Casimir's N C as plans for a gymnasium fundraiser proceed. Local residents greet Welland Lowney returning from a trip at Mill Street and a Memorable wedding at 27 Street. Maynard teachers and students participate in meetings and cultural events while the town prepares for a Legion convention exhibit in Detroit and a DeMolay ceremony at the Masonic hall.
A heartfelt note thanks friends for kindness and floral tributes during a recent bereavement. The writer expresses appreciation to Hayes and Gatherinel family and recognizes sisters and others for their support and beautiful flowers.
Maynard H S and H S will play a big football game in Lexington next Saturday at 2 30. The piece notes a classic encounter between schools and previews a battle with Lexington Gt. and coach Lent assembling a strong eleven led by Al Lerer Reggie Sawyer and Charlie ty. The story hints at the state-seat stakes and vows both teams will push hard for a win.
Towler was elected commander of Maynard Post Veterans of Foreign Wars at the annual meeting held in the United Cooperative Society block. Other officers elected include John Peterson as vice commander Hayield as junior vice commander Herbert Comeau as chaplain Hu Wardoffman as quartermaster iiem Brindley as adjutant John Sisson as officer of the day. Officers to be installed in November at a joint ceremony with the VFW and Army.
Maynard reports more hunters than birds at upland bird season opening. A Marlboro man told police he was struck on the nose by shot in his farm yard. Four nearby hunters were found in the woods but refused to give their names.
During Palmy Days filming at the Maynard Theatre Eddie Cantor’s second comedy faced a string of newborns. Charlotte Greenwood’s three babies arrived on set while director George Fitzmaurice learned his wife Diana Kane had twins. Spencer Charters, also in Palmy Days, announced the birth with cheers. Fitzmaurice named his twins Patricia and Michael after the event.
Reverend Ashley Day Leavitt of the Harvard Congregational Church preached Sunday afternoon at the Memorial Chapel service at Middlesex School in Concord. Concord Grange No. 150 held a Hallowe’en party with supper and lively stunts at Elk’s hall. Mrs. Fred Mason is recovering comfortably at Emerson Hospital from a fractured leg after a fall from a ladder on Columbus Day.
At a Sunday afternoon Sewing Circle gathering the speaker was Mrs. Arthur J. Jeffries, pastor of the West Acton Baptist church. The program included instrumental selections and singing.
Concord Yankees triumph over Newton C C on Emerson ground as Mullen runs 26 yards for a touchdown from Parke and adds the extra point. Newton battles hard but falls short, held on the one foot line in the final quarter.
The Concord Post 158 American Legion plans a ball on Armistice Eve with an evening of music and an excellent supper. The entertainment committee has secured top music and will announce arrangement details later.
Concord High girls field hockey tied Melrose 1 to 1 at Pine Banks Park after a rain postponement. Gen Mullen scored for Concord and Doris Gilley for Melrose, leaving Concord in a shared position in the Greater Boston standings.
The piece praises Don Lent for hard work as football coach while balancing duties. It notes Maynard and Reggie Sawyer advancing athletic programs, including inter-class tournaments and a growing field. Local students like Miss Reid and Miss Binn contribute to girls athletics. Natick fans cheer as teams press on with battles for first downs.
Rev. Mr Vance led a Fellowship Night at Union Church Mondayaia with 35 young people and friends attending. Damien Church Young People plus guests walked to Summer Hill for a Wennie Roast and Halloween party after 4 Déith France and her group led activities.
Seniors dominate the inter class football opener at Alumni Field scoring 26 points. Sukala and Newton key plays with Autio Glickman and Murphy contributing on offense and defense. Touchdowns by Sukala Newton and Newich added the scoring, with Newich converting extra points.
Maynard-Homing pigeons from Herkimer New York competed in a 200 mile race to Marlboro. Mr Soraka’s birds won finishing at 1094 yards per minute. Sawyer of Gleasendale placed second, White of Marlboro third, and DeRicco fourth. The event was the opener in a six race series by the Marlboro Hydeon Homing Pigeon Club.
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