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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1937
Page
4
The fragment notes weekly Thursday rates and per inch charges for advertisements. It mentions second class matter status in Massachusetts and a Post Office reference, with unclear figures such as 1.40 and 1.00 per inch. The readable items focus on pricing and classification.
Disjointed fragments describe a gangster in New York City facing legal trouble. A court der keeps a 20 year sentence in view amid references to improper conduct and attempts at legal maneuvering. The text hints at a harsh penalty and a perilous fate for the subject.
Fragmentary OCR describes a so called Big Apple dance with multiple partners forming a line or circle. Jumbled lines mention truck moves stomp steps and furiously hopping as spectators react with confusion and humor. Some phrases reference a civilized nation and a confused speaker.
The piece notes nearly 22 billion dollars spent on pensions and allowances for veterans from all wars up to May 31. It discusses the rising cost of World War I, the debt increase from 1916 to 1920, and estimates total WWI costs around 50 billion, emphasizing ongoing pension and interest expenses. It reflects on public attitudes toward war and anti war sentiment.
The article warns the United States must act cautiously as expanding war in China endangers citizens abroad. It cites about 5,000 Americans in Peiping and Tiensin, 4,000 near Shanghai, 2,000 in Hankow area, plus 1,000 more elsewhere, with 1,000 Marines at Shanghai and similar numbers at Peiping and Tiensin. It notes looters threaten safety and mentions Senate opposition to withdrawing Marines.
The Acton Fair committee outlines attractions for this year’s event. Details are still under consideration while preparations are described as thorough and promising. A full list of department directors and their towns is provided.
Maynard welfare department overseeing a WPA sewing project was informed the town must cover part of cloth costs. A share of 612 dollars is due by September 16, with a committee meeting postponed to allow welfare members to study and draft recommendations. The WPA panel hopes to buy cloth locally to make essential clothing items and reduce welfare costs.
Mr and Mrs C J Morse and Miss Mildred have returned from a vacation at Old Orchard Maine where they visited points of interest. Mr and Mrs James Priest and daughter are on a trip by ocean to Newport Rhode Island.
Thomas Waldorf known as Waldorff faced a theft case in Concord after a bottle pint vanished from Healy's Package Goods store. Special Officer McGrath testified he saw the act by a mirror view, leading to a guilty verdict and a $10 fine, later paid with $50 bail. Waldorf praised police, left court, and hinted another man supplied the pint.
Sudbury public schools will open Wednesday September 8. Junior and senior high teachers include principal Alan J. Flynn and staff Miss Virginia Sawyer Mrs Wilda A Moody Miss Alice May Edward VanDus en Everett Johnson. Grade centers are led by Miss T Mary Pernan Miss Margaret N Nye Miss Thelma Sanderson and Miss Esther Adams.
At the weekly V F W whist party Saturday night the door prize went to Mrs Adams. Prizes in whist went to Lena Franklin Mrs Masencet Claflin Mrs cob Swartz Mrs chane Mrs Clark Reid Ida Kelley and others. A Bingo drew Margaret with Elizabeth Reid George Thane Henrietta Bamford Lena fon Ethel Thane Agnes Catherine Bartreau Mrs Duckworth Ida Gruber Mrs Perrine and Lena Franklin. Another party will be held next Saturday night.
According to law a lost deposit book 21198 is announced by W. S. Smith Assistant Treasurer of Concord Massachusetts. The notice is dated August 30 193% and records that payment steps have been taken.
M. K. Paine reports the 1937 Concord Playgrounds season with high attendance and strong staff cooperation. He notes the organized staff, varied activities, and emphasis on effort over pure excellence, thanking town departments and staff for loyal support.
George H Lovejoy returns to Crescent Avenue after surgery at Symmes Hospital. Fred F Cook and wife come back from a long Canadian tour to Webber Avenue. Prof and Mrs George E B Rue stay at Watch Hill Rhode Island area. Bedford weekly food sale at Christ Church updates. Sessions on weekend meals feature home cooked dishes. United community news wrap continues.
Chief Electrician's Mate Walter C. Ledge leads the Framingham recruiting station to publicize Navy enlistment benefits. He highlights training, world travel, teamwork, and a strong retirement payoff of up to 21,600 by twenty years of service, arguing civilians cannot match such savings.
Miss Alice Lee has accepted a position to teach at Watertown. The school opens next Wednesday. Fred Di Benedetto of Thoreat Street sailed for Italy last Friday and will stay there for some time.
Maynard announces Sept 7 opening for both junior and senior high. new staff includes a Beaton University graduate joining the junior high and Michael Vodoklys with a permanent teacher and football coach role. annual school opening sale features boys sweater coats at $1 at New Idea Store.
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