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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1924
Page
4
The piece argues the U S government should shed excess silver dollars to cut minting and payroll costs in Washington. It weighs eastern resistance to heavy coinage against western pride in a local metal and notes aluminum as a potential alternative.
The United States Forest Service reports a juniper in Cache National Forest northern Utah is about 3000 years old. The tree measures 7 feet 6 inches in diameter and 42 feet tall with growth history showing two inches gained every 60 years after an initial 200 years. A sign explains the ancient life and guards the tree from visitors.
A Japanese scholar argues Japan now pursues cultural work in China rather than sole commercial aims. He notes Asia’s reawakening through civilization, values, and spiritual resources, predicting a broader regional pride that could influence East and West alike. A female leader adds that women are swayed by candidate appearance more than men.
Official notice from the adjutant general confirms Sergt Doria Favreau of Company F, Flat Infantry, is appointed second lieutenant. Favreau, with long militia service since 1910, has held multiple wartime postings and early unit leadership roles, now rising as a favored officer in Hudson.
Firestone Apsley Rubber Co accepts the resignations of M.oP Whip Me and ROB Clayton. The changes take effect at an unspecified date, with the board announcing the personnel moves and their timing.
Mr Whipple remains in the development department after years of service. Mr Clayton continues as chief chemist. J. W Woodward is promoted to sales representative in New York City. R. M Godfrey will oversee employment and time studies. Arnold Davis takes over the laboratory duties.
Mrs Margaret Cox, Hudson, died at Clinton. James Corcoran of Charlestown enjoys a two week vacation. John Henderson of Cherryst returns from Plymouth Maine with relatives and boxer Eddisheviin. Louis Lovett plans to enter Colby College September 15. Leo Rosoff and Jao Zager, Hudson High graduates 1924, enrolled at Northeastern University. A spur track will connect with G Bonazol a Somes coal yard near Washington Street under construction.
Miss Catherine Rita Dempsey and Thomas Maley wed at St Bernard's rectory with Rev. Michael P. Mahon officiating. The bride wore a peach georgette gown with white satin trim and a beaded band, bridesmaid in robin egg blue georgette. After a reception the couple will reside at 27 Belknap Street following a wedding tour to New York and Washington. Mrs Maley, a Concord Telegraph Supervisor, and Mr Maley, a longtime Maynard businessman, are praised by friends and families.
Sudbury services were held at Congregational and Methodist churches after a four week vacation. The town clerk reports no deaths from April 1 to Sept 1. The first Women’s Club meeting is Sept 17 at Mrs Joseph Chandler’s home. School openings note high and grade enrollments and staff changes as classes resume. The Alliance Harvest sale is planned for Oct 12. Worcester district M E Church families gathered at Wayside Inn. Stiles family home from vacation. Sudbury Post Office building undergoing repairs by Haynes contractor.
Announcements record the marriage of Vincent Packard Clarke and Irene Marie Davis at Newfound Lake NOH on a summer day. The ceremony was performed outdoors by Rev Geo H Clarke with governor’s permission. Clarke, a Sudbury High and Boston University graduate attorney, will reside in Winchester.
Miss Alice Wells died September 2 after a brief illness. Funeral services were held September 5 from her mother Mrs. Charles FE Haymes home, conducted by Rev. Elbridge Whiting. She was the eldest daughter, survived by a mother and three sisters. Interment in Mt. Pleasant cemetery.
Miss Alice Louise Brown daughter of Mrs. Mary E. Brown of 27 Belknap Street and Michael J. Maley son of Mrs. Delian Maley of Main Street Maynard were married in a ceremony.
Concord junction community event features a large entries, keen competition and valuable premiums for children and adults. An auction of donated articles will follow the fair in Association Hall Friday evening.
West Acton residents appear in the local notes including A R Beach serving on a jury and George Keith visiting Rowley. Mr and Mrs James Claire move to Windsor Ave. Ramgely Lakes C R Parkin returns to Boston. Hall Bros Co resumes operations after a closure. A Neighborhood Club supper and dance funds sidewalk construction. A May 1922 fire left scorched trees removed, to be replaced next spring. A red signal light warns motorists at Central Square.
Mrs C H Smith announces a Fall millinery showing on September 16 at the Gift Shop in West Acton. The event promotes fashionable hats and accessories for the season.
Miss Elizabeth Elson began duties as a Newton school teacher this week and Miss Loretta Mullins started as a teacher at Haverhill School.
James Cruze presents The Boy Wagon a grand west epic based on Hough's novel. The film opens Monday featuring 360 covered wagons a Fort Bridger attacks Oregon Trail routes and buffalo hunts with Kit Carson Bridger and Jackson as historical figures. Lead players include J Wren Kerrigan Lois Wilson and Alan as the villain with Tully Marshall Wales Ogle and Fox also featured.
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