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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1920
Page
4
The Maynard Grange announces a fair in Cooperative Hall on September 15 and 16 with premium prizes in three classes garden produce flowers and needlework. William J. Hayward chairs the committee as preparations continue with a lengthy premium list detailing numerous items and prizes for exhibits.
At a Maynard high school meeting Mrs C S Fowler was elected chair of the Public Nurse Board with Horace K Bates as vice chair and Arthur Walker as treasurer. The board plans a district nurse, funded by over 1700 dollars including a 600 dollar from American Woolen Co, with Dr Simpson noting room for two nurses but one sufficing for now.
Lowney, working in Detroit, visits parents in Detroit and Buffalo. He says business is at a standstill due to lack of ready cash. About 1900 freight car loads of autos idle in yards as dealers run short on money. He forecasts autos 25 percent cheaper next spring based on rumors. Travelled home by boat to Buffalo then rail.
Charles Weaving of Boston, a former Maynard boy now in the cigar business, visits Mr and Mrs Fred Randell in Ma nifest. He manufacturers choice cigars for business men and clubs in Boston and gained fame from a contract with the Maronic club at Leominster. Miss Margaret Noyes of Collinsville recently stayed with Mr and Mrs Harry Chase.
The Girl in the Limousine ran for over eight months in New York and drew sensational notices in Boston and Chicago. Authors Wilson Collisson and Avery Hopwood are highlighted with Collisson known for Up in Mabel's Room and Hopwood for The Gold Diggers. A. H. Woods produced the farce at Marlborough Theatre and unveiled a notable company led by Harlan Briggs and others.
Classified ad from G A Cannon at 200-202 High Street Clinton Massachusetts promotes rugs at factory prices with a call to action to write, call or phone Clinton 126 R. The notice emphasizes big savings and broad selection.
Mrs. George Blumenthal of New York and Paris establishes ten perpetual scholarships worth 6000 francs each for French artists and writers. Juries of ten from each profession will select the recipients, with two year terms and potential extensions. Premier Millerand thanks the sponsors for this lasting monument to French thought and art.
Berlin reports the disappearance of the venerable stammtische, the middle class’s social clubs. Rising beer prices push patrons away from oaken benches to discuss politics and philosophy, ending a century old tradition linked to artists at Behren strasse and other venues.
Lloyds register shows Britain under construction at 3,578,000 tons, 1,672,000 tons more than the United States. The London Times notes this peak level in shipbuilding, while the war’s influence on the U S output is considered.
The Civic department of the Maynard Women’s club announces a ten lesson program on American citizenship to be held weekly at the high school. Courses taught by the University Extension Division of Boston aim to provide a factual foundation of government while respecting personal views. A one dollar fee covers lesson sheets and the text book. Enrollment is required and can be arranged through committee members Mrs Arthur Coughlan Mrs George Creighton and Miss Mary Hodgess.
Abner Holt, longtime Maynard resident and founder of Maynard lodge No 131, 1. C. C. F., and Past Commander of Isaac Davis post No 138, G. A. R., moved to Itchburg to live with his son Mred Holt. He was injured by a fall while adjusting the national colors on Flag Day and has since suffered a broken foot, though he is improving and remains in good health for his age.
Miss Nora F. Lowney, soon to wed Francis J. Murray, was surprised at a golden glow luncheon hosted by the Activity club at Miss Gertrude Morgan’s home. The gift box contained articles for her new home and a hidden $20 gold piece, with decorations in yellow and white and a program of games and music.
A partial OCR fragment lists individuals including Gertrude Lowney Olive Morgan Grace Maley Alice McCormack Eva Tucker Mary Maley Margaret McCormack Ages Mahomey and Mrs George E White, suggesting a local society or event roll call.
Fire at 19 Sudbury Street Wednesday noon caused when children used matches. Alarm from box 52 sent firefighters who extinguished the blaze with two chemicals, losing about $50. Paper on a bureau top was tossed from a window to stop spread. firefighters returned to the station shortly after.
The board of registrars lists five meeting dates over the next two months to accommodate voters. Sessions include Sept 28, Sept 30, Oct 7, Oct 13, and Oct 23 with extended hours for the final session. Women urged to bring naturalization papers. list shows 1281 registered voters with 500 more expected to sign up.
Mrs Frank Smallwood and daughters Marion and Ruth of Blackstone, R. 1, former residents here, are guests of Mrs Laura Bower.
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