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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1918
Page
8
The local Food Administrator has received a list of commodities with prices the retailer pays and the consumer should pay. Prices vary from 1.60 to 1.70 per 1-8 barrel and from 64 to 81 cents per pound with several items listed in the 5 to 7 cent range.
Emma Quimby visited friends in Boston. Esther Heath injured her left index finger at a ferrule factory power press. Dr Tuttle treated the wound. Mrs Walter McNulty died at Groton hospital after influenza. she left a husband and four children. Arthur Jones will occupy Herbert W Lewis house after Nov 1. Lewis moves to New Bedford for work. Perry Burrs remains in Hungrups in Germany. School opens on one session per day. over 90 percent of parents oppose the change, but a one month trial is planned.
George Bond reports preliminary work for the United War Work drive has started. The Newman club has donated 100 dollars to support the effort. Committee members G F Bond John Irye William Regan John Curtis and Mr Lemay will interview residents and ask them to greet visitors with their finest smile.
Mrs Wilkins died Sunday morning at Fitchburg hospital after influenza developed into pneumonia. Her husband, critically ill in the same hospital, was unaware of her death at the time.
Rev Ralph A Barker presides Sunday 10 30 communion service 11 45 Sunday school 6 C Eh meeting topic All for Christ Our Time Eccl 12 1 7 conquest meeting praise and preaching 7 Friday 7 30 preparatory service 8 30 church business meeting L S C held a successful food sale Friday afternoon in vestry L S C to meet next Friday at 2 30 to tie a quilt
The report identifies Alvord Rose son of Dr. Alvord H. Rose formerly of the village and now living in Concord as among the ill fated Ticonderoga wreck in the North Channel between the Irish and Scottish coasts. It adds the hope the report proves false.
The funeral for Mrs. Arthur Brodeur of 358 Lakeside Ave was held Tuesday at 9 a.m. at St Marys Church with relatives from Manchester and nearby towns. Rev L P Tanguay led the requiem high mass as the choir directed by J B Chagnon performed Gregorian chant. Burial followed in the parish cemetery with undertakers Buisson and Morin in charge. Bearers and cousins Victor Harry Adelard Irving Brodeur Hector Marcheterre Alphonse Sasseville.
John Wallace aged 66 years 2 months and 29 days died at his home on Boston Road this morning at 4 o clock of influenza after a brief illness He was born in Milford son of Mr and Mrs John Wallace and long resident of Marlboro He worked as a shoeworker at the Paul shop in Rob in Hill district for many years He leaves a sister Mrs Patrick Bird of Framingham.
Sunday morning service at 10 30 with Rev. Dawson from Pennsylvania as candidate. Sunday school at 11 45. Evening program at 6 30 features a stereopticon lecture on Belgium the Unfortunate with 60 slides by Rev. Luther Morris who preached his farewell last Sunday and will begin work in Palmer next week. Ladies Social Circle meets Thursday at 2. Harvest supper drew good attendance with solos by Mrs Otis Forbush and a pastor’s talk. A farewell reception for the pastor and wife is set for Wednesday at 7 30 in the vestry of the South Acton church with public invited.
Mrs Jennie Moran wife of M J Moran died at Marlboro hospital at midnight aged 50 after a fall down stairs Thursday led to lobar pneumonia and heart trouble. She was admitted to the hospital and died after 12 hours.
Frederick D. Potter, comptroller of the Cumberland Shipbuilding Co., Portland, Me., has accepted a position as senior accountant with a Boston auditing concern and will begin work in Boston shortly. His duties will include examining Massachusetts Savings banks.
The local W C T U held a pleasant meeting at Mrs Emma Quimby home last Wednesday afternoon to renew anniversary business. Officers elected for the year are Lizzie Bumpus president Emma Quimby vice president M Frances Hawkes secretary J EB Carr treasurer A C Christie auditor. Superintendents of branch work to be appointed at the November meeting.
Yesterday saw a record October heat with the thermometer reaching 70 degrees, the warmest in three decades. Citizens wore straw hats and ice cream parlors thrived as soda fountains buzzed while overcoats were scarce.
Word reports Bu chanan and Pliny Nims arrived safely in France. They were among the first to enter the service and served along the Mexican border during the recent clash with Mexico.
We extend sincere thanks to relatives and townspeople for kindness during our bereavement and for the floral tributes from Mrs Caroline EB Stone and the Stone Family.
A Co. K meeting at the Armory discussed ticket distribution for an upcoming play directed by Sergt. Elderkin. Members planned war drive work Saturday and Sunday at Clarence Lee's, and the eight piece company orchestra rehearsed for Thursday’s dance. A rerating of men on the Boston Worcester street railway is set for November 1.
A man who signs 100000 salary checks monthly uses a five‑signature penholder. The mechanism, described by Popular Mechanics, has fountain pens clamped to a pivoted rack inside a box with a flat top. The cover opens to a frame for placing vouchers for signing.
The photo shows American expeditionary forces in Siberia wearing fur cap and mittens, a heavy moleskin parka, waterproof Canadian shoe pacs, two pairs of lumberman socks, and extra heavy wool underwear designed for extreme cold conditions.
The text recalls Clio the muse of history singing of glorious deeds. It describes her as a graceful figure holding a manuscript roll and a trumpet of fame, symbolizing recording and disseminating fame of heroes.
A quoted speaker praises a cheerful worker who sings at his tasks. The passage extols a man who remains diligent and steady regardless of occupation, noting his perseverance and cheerful demeanor as superior traits.
A reflection on courage suggesting the presence of one or more brave companions encourages fearlessness even in the most timid person, highlighting collective strength over solitary fear and the social influence on bravery.
The text recalls the English royal Maundy Thursday rite at Whitehall washing the poor’s feet, observed by sovereigns until the late 1600s, after which Archbishops of York performed the ceremony until the mid-1700s.
The essay argues that Western judgment of Japanese marital life misreads when judging a husband wife conduct. It notes men should not praise their wife or children and that wives honor rigid etiquette valuing dignity and humility as the home’s glory.
A nurse overhears young Alvine praying and asking God for a brother or sister. He adds a humorous twist stating he would rather have a dog if the wish cannot be granted.
A Swiss investigator notes that highly refined copper may display a light gray tone, unlike its usual reddish hue. The study compares ten times distilled copper with gold to illustrate color changes under similar purification.
Theresa Donohue daughter of Mr and Mrs James Donohue and James McNally son of Mrs Mary McNally wed at St Bridget s church at 2 pm The couple plans a wedding tour and will reside in Chelsea The bride Mrs Donohue is active in local clubs while the groom works as a New England Telephone and Telegraph inspector in Boston Attendants included Anna McNally and John Donohue with organist A A Hilferty providing music
Mary E. Creighton 50 died Tuesday at 4 am from complications after a shock suffered three weeks earlier. Born in Maynard she lived there most of her life and was active socially. She married George H. Creighton in April 1907 and is survived by her husband, her mother Mrs. Hannah Shea, and siblings. Funeral Thursday a requiem mass at St Bridget's church at 9 am.
To our friends neighbors and relatives we extend our heartfelt thanks for kindness and assistance in our bereavement also for the beautiful flowers. WANTED Neat reliable woman help with housework two or three a week Apply 11 Acton St Maynard. TO LET One large front room furnished Apply 56 1-2 West Main St Maynard. WANTED Woman for housework Apply J J Ledgard Maynard.
Princesses Emdoxia and Nadajda, daughters of Czar Ferdinand of Bulgaria, appear in a formal portrait showing royal lineage and European dynastic ties.
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