Philbin urges aid package for flood victims and New England basins
Representative Philip J. Philbin urges immediate federal funds for flood control projects in New England basins including Connecticut Thames Blackstone Housatonic Hoosic Sponset Merrimac and Charles River systems. He calls for disaster insurance via private firms with government backing and a long term weather research program coordinated with Weather Bureau. He stresses grants and loans for rehabilitation and warns against relying on loans alone for disaster recovery.
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Springfield
U. S
Philip J. Philbin
Clinton Today
House
Government Operations Committee
Congress
Connecticut
Thames Blackstone
Housatonic
Hoosic
Sponset
Merrimac
Charles River
New England
Mississippi River
Civ
Defense
Armed Services
Seaboard
Philbin
Flood Prevention and Relief Committee
Massachusetts
First Bulbs to Plant Those That Flower Early
The article lists first bulbs to plant for early spring bloom: snowdrops bloom in midwinter, followed by scillas, bells of glory of the snow, crocuses, and early tulips. It notes planting depths, close spacing, and sunny or moist shady spots, with care to avoid planting on lawns and to protect bulbs from cold. Hyacinths add pink and blue tones, with bedding sizes suited for boxes. Mulching and deep-ground planting methods are advised for winter survival.
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Ike
Arctic
Asia Minor
Near East
K of C Plans Turkey Whist and Social Events
Concord Council No. 287 Knights of Columbus will host a turkey whist party at Monument Hall on Tuesday night November 1 for members wives and their girl friends with about 150 expected. A square dance is set for November 11 and the next meeting is November 15 followed by a holy hour on November 27.
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Concord
Concord Council
K. of C
Monument Hall
Milk Cattle Numbers in North Dakota June 1955
Milk cows on North Dakota farms totaled 370 000 head in June 1955, down 10 000 from June 1954. The figure reflects ongoing movement in the dairy sector and links to broader agricultural trends reported this period.
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North’ Dakota
Probate Court notices estate of Lauri Hyvarila
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Middlesex Probate Court seeks objections to the estate of Lauri Hyvarila late of Maynard. Benjamin M. Piecewicz of Stow is proposed as administrator. Written appearances must be filed in Cambridge before 10 a.m. on November 16, 1955. John C. Leggat presides. Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10.
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Middlesex
Lauri Hyvarila
Maynard
Benjamin M. Piecewicz
Stow
Cambridge
Witnss
John C. Leggat
Esquire
John J. Foley
Register
Maynard bids sought for gymnasium fuel 1955 56
The Maynard School Committee invites bids for fuel to supply Maynard Memorial Gymnasium from November 15, 1955 to July 1, 1956. Bids close at 9 PM on November 9, 1955 and will be opened publicly. Proposals available at Roosevelt School office. The committee may reject any or all bids or accept any deemed in town’s best interest.
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Maynard
Maynard Memorial
Superintendent of ‘Schools
Roosevelt
William H. Larson
Noble E. Loomer, Jr
Edward F. Robinson, Jr
Maynard Schegl
Drivers Reminded To Exercise Care During Dusk Hours
Motorists and pedestrians must be prepared for the end of Daylight Saving Time at 2 a.m. on Sunday October 30. Anticipate hazards of rush hour traffic in the early dusk and adjust from daylight driving to shadows. Dark clothing fades into shadows and drivers must be exceptionally alert until eyes adjust.
Community notices from Acton reflect church and civic events
Rev Ronald H Noble of West Acton Baptist preached Give God First Place. Music by Doris Cameron and C Waldo MacWilliams. Nashoba Valley Court of Amaranths No 13 to hold a square dance November 5 at 8 pm at Town Hall. Confessions at St Elizabeth of Hungary November 3. Capt Isaac Davis Chapter DAR meets November 10 Anniversary Night. Local legionnaires led by Commander Parke attend Nonantum Post officers installation with A L Newton.
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Ronald H. Noble
Manter
West Acton
Nashoba Valley Court of Amaranths No. 13
St. Elizabeth of Hungary
Isaac Davis
Town Hall
Acton Center
Leslie F. Parke
Stanley A. Nedza
Nonantum Post
A. L. Newton
Wallet Found After Years Near Kearney Plow
In Kearney Nebraska Fletcher Nelson, who served here, buried wallet years ago while near here, uncovered it while plowing and found his $80 still inside. The discovery recalled old times and proved the wallet intact.
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Kearney
Neb
Fletcher Nelson
Nelson
Philbin Blasts Canadian Newsprint Monopoly
Congressman Philip J. Philbin denounces a Canadian paper trust, condemning price hikes in newsprint. He urges action by Secretary Dulles and Chairman Celler to curb the cartel like practices and to consider expanding U.S. pulp and paper production to preserve American publishing interests.
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Clinton
Philip J. Philbin
Dulles
Philbin
Trust
Celler
House Judiciary Committee
Congress
Concord Week Ahead Highlights Local Events and Observances
A dense list of weekly events in Concord includes Lions and Rotary joint meeting at Howard Johnsons, Beta Sigma Phi barn dance in Acton, and Company H drill at the State Armory. Activities span rabies clinics, dances, church services on Reformation and National Youth Sundays, selectmen meeting, Holy Day observances, and community group gatherings. A nearby note recommends wood paneling for bathrooms with moisture-resistant stain from the National Lumber Manufacturers Association.
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Lions and Rotary Clubs
Howard Johnson's
Beta Sigma Phi
Acton Town Hall
P.m
State Armory
Central Council of Middlesex
Trinitarian Congregational Church
National Lumber Manufacturers Association
Radio dangers in thunderstorms debunked by scientists
John Harvey Furbau reports that experts say radios pose no extra lightning risk during storms. With proper grounding to the antenna, playing or turning off the set is equally safe, and authorities maintain no increased danger either.
PTA Meeting Recalls Sixth Graders and Refreshments
A shaky caption notes a PTA gathering in which sixth grade students, Miss Shee, and refreshments are mentioned. it reads like a sourceless, unclear snapshot from a school page.
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Rentice
Out of Town Births Listed at Emerson Hospital
Emerson Hospital records births to families from Lexington Burlington Maynard and Littleton last week. The list includes Francis Napoli and wife of Lexington with a daughter born October 17, Robert G Thompson of Lexington with a daughter born October 18. Dana Sten stream of Burlington with a son born October 19. Carl F Demone of Burlington with a daughter born October 20. Robert L Lalli of Maynard with a daughter born October 22. Edward Dyke of Littleton with a birth on October 22.
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Concord
Emerson Hospital
Francis Napoli
North Street
Lexington
Robert G. Thompson
Williams Road
Dana_ Stenstream
Old Colony Road
Burlington
Carl F. Demone
Lexington Street
Robert L. Lalli
Boeske Avenue
Maynard
Edward Dyke
Harwood Avenue
Littleton
Mouse deer Chevrotain described in brief
A tiny hoofed mammal native to tropical Asia and Africa is the mouse deer or chevrotain. About a foot tall, it is hornless but has short tusks according to the description.
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Asia
Africa
In Concord a Widow Observes Anniversary
A garbled local note records Mrs Patterson and Mr S Toland celebrating an anniversary with remarks on family ties and a grandchild named Gene. The text also mentions a son-in-law and possible wood references.
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Concord
Harry A. Pa
Patterson Belen M
S. Toland m
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