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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1939
Page
4
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A historical clip outlines the 1898 Porto Rico evacuation start and chronicles a yacht race where the Enterprise beat Lupine Shamrock by a margin of 1601 units. The fragment also references a 1787 state event and a 17 symbol, with other dated items.
The piece argues the United States must stay prepared for war, noting air power, manpower, and quick, decisive conflict as deterrents. It reflects on California statehood, Drake’s claimed English link, and California’s 1850 statehood amid a history of gold and empire-era curiosities.
The text discusses defense of the country, Atlantic oceans as barriers, and the need for native aid despite natural barriers. It reflects cautious views on how geography and external threats shape national security and the role of local assistance.
The piece describes jungle predators displayed in London on Sundays and argues for shooting prisoner animals as war begins. Birds of prey may be spared only to be destroyed to prevent escapes and jungle beasts seeking revenge on the public.
Reports say Italy plans to build a 109 yard wide super highway between Rome and Ostia for the Exposition, with motor lanes and pedestrian areas, signaling Mussolini’s intent to stay out of the war. Allies hope Italy may join France and Britain if war continues, but neutrality has practical and psychological impact.
A discussion notes that farm products increasingly reach consumers via cooperative marketing organizations. Farmers rely more on voluntary cooperation to solve economic problems, rejecting ineffective government farm relief schemes and embracing internal agricultural growth through cooperatives.
Bolton announces F erence Wheeler as waiers and association official at the town hall from 7 to 9 pm Saturday. Residents may make premium payments from the Bowes Fair. Sunday school classes start the coming year at Federated Church. Children urged to attend. Bolton Grange to sponsor three dance series starting Sept 29 at 8 pm in the town hall with Lin Lawin’s orchestra. Rowe of Providence visiting sister Mrs Helen Woodbury.
An American reporter recounts a chat with Newton Sr who recently returned from three months in England. He visited Maglatinga regions museums cathedrals and theaters and spoke with workers shopkeepers and laborers about war prospects and daily life. He notes stable employment pension access slum clearance improvement theater costs and popular games like Bocci and Bailes.
A reader argues the neutrality act and embargo on arms to beligerents harm international law and aid Hitler. The letter accuses Senator Walsh of opposing revisions and links his stance to Spain and Poland, urging Congress to act against reining in the embargo with war feared. Sudbury, September 19.
West Acton church schedules Rally Day for all Sunday school departments led by Rev Arthur H Wilde with 9 45 a m service. Old students welcome and classes urged to attend. A Saturday meat supper from 5 30 to 7 includes cold meats beans brown bread and salad. Jonhson and Mrs James Nelson chair the supper committee. A lawn food sale by Mrs Benjamin Smiths class is set for next Saturday at 2 30. Harlan Tuttle will sing at the 10 45 service next Sunday. Midweek services begin Wednesday at 7 45 open to the public with hymn singing prayers and experiences. Christian Endeavor rally at West Concord Union church Friday. Young People meet at church 7 30. Junior Endeavor led by Marjorie Smith starts Sunday evening at 6. Ladies Circle rally day September 28 at the church. Hall class met at George Turners home last week for hamburger roast. pie and cleste served. Class opens Sunday October 1 at 9 30 with Arthur Lee as president. Father son banquet planned for September 17. Endeavor members attended installation at Acton Center church Sunday and service at 7 p m.
About 10 30 a m Friday morning box 36 surveyed a fire at the home of Mr and Mrs Harry Biggs on Great Road. Firemen found smoke pouring from windows and after an hour and a half the blaze was extinguished with an estimated loss of $3500. The couple sheltered with Mr Biggs parents while repairs began.
Charles Nickerson of Elm Street was injured last Tuesday when a garage side collapsed on him. He was taken to Emerson hospital for X rays and treated for two fractured hips. He will remain hospitalized for an extended period.
Regular town notes include Jasper Maker of North Sudbury drawn as juror for the first criminal session next month at East Cambridge courthouse. Mrs Kenneth McCarthy leads rally committees for the Methodist Ladies Aid on September 27. Steve Gray’s Meredith summer report: Nic H. says Grey to return home October 1 after a serious fall injury. Haynes Farm timber salvage ends as mill and shed removed. Henry Hudson of Cambridge visits Sudbury. Barbara Downey returns to Milton after two weeks with Mrs Gleason at Hill Crest Home.
South Acton couple Mr. and Mrs. Fraser Laffin are enjoying their new residence on Main Street.
Miss Lillian Bulette won the prize doll at the Grange Fair held at Town Hall. The next Grange meeting on September 26 features guests from the high school staff committee students and the Acton Young Republican Club with Hon. Frank A. Brooks as guest speaker. Inga Frost, Worthy Master, recently attended Maynard Grange filling an office and presenting a program with Ben Cahoon's orchestra. Frost is slated to attend avenee Grange on Friday. September 29 events include further activities.
A fragment thought on hope and poverty reflecting a moral reflection on desire and fortune. The line presents a proverb style remark without specific events or names.
Rev William J Rees of Ch cir of Christ Wilson spoke at the Union Congregational church pulpit as a pastorate candidate. Born in South Wales aged about thirty, he studied at Cardiff University and Hartford Theological Seminary and has served at Hartford and New Britain congregations. Rev Leonard W Fowler of Greenville presided last Sunday and several ministers will visit before the pastoral supply committee makes its choice.
The Maynard Drama Club meets tonight at the home of Leo Comeau in Concord steel to plan the annual Fall production under President Edward Hannon.
The Hudson Rotary Club featured moving pictures by Dr. N. John Colombo on a Westward cent trip. President Frank L. chaired the program while showings included images of national parks and local scenes, drawing unusual audience interest. Residents of Northboro report increased nocturnal prowling by cats and other marauders. numerous felines have been killed in traffic this year amid a growing problem.
An alarm was sounded at the Northboro School around 7 30 to 7 45 due to pupils arriving before the usual start time. Officials cited an earlier schedule change as the reason for the atypical signal.
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