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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1948
Page
14
Road safety alert notes a pervasive driving hazard described as a weaving vehicle nuisance. The message urges drivers to review habits and avoid aggressive lane changes to reduce crashes and keep roads safe.
Concord area squads played a string of games with Stoneham idle for locals, Needham set to visit October 2, a 47 score appears, and a scoreless stalemate marked by Madson. Marblehead edged local rivals 19 to 0 while another game saw a 20 to 7 win.
About 55 members attended the first dedication meeting for the Musketaquid Sportsmen's Club new clubhouse off Weston Avenue in West Concord. The event included a supper and remarks by club officers, with plans for a ladies' night program in early October.
Report notes that a small fire near a perch was sparked by firebirds. The birds possibly carried a lit cigarette butt or a dropped match that ignited the nest area. Authorities consider the incident accidental and ongoing investigations focus on identifying the cause and risks.
Concord High School football travels to Recreation Park in Stoneham on Saturday at 2 30 p m seeking its second win of the season. The locals aim for their 20th victory in 21 starts and carry a large contingent of rooters eager for success.
Concord High announces twelve freshmen runners for the cross country team and lists veteran lettermen Capt re or Onan Maz Bob Daly John Hart Harold Pratt Eddie Spellman Ray Mahar Larry Pierce Harry Munson Richard Loring and John Pope. Coach W Harold O Connor aims for a victory in the opener with next league meet set for October 1 against Revere and a non league race at Hopedale on October 11 as a return meet from two years ago.
Concord news notes George defeated John F. Peterson to win the gorends division final at the Country Club. In earlier rounds defending champion John beat E Payson True 6 and 5. The final is scheduled for next weekend with a side match. More than 10 000 mobile first aid units are in use by the American Red Cross in cooperation with many organizations and individuals.
Over fifty girls join the Scene field hockey program at Maynard as Dorothy Tierney and Mary Collins organize plans for all attendees. Veteran captain Marion Veracka leads a sizeable lineup with Nancy Stalker, Helen Nee, and others preparing for tougher schedules and more games against bigger schools.
The writer previews Friday night games with aims to beat odds, naming Brookline Winthrop Saint Howe Hudson Chelmsford Stoneham Belmont Weymouth Maynard St. Charles Arlington Marlboro Needham Newburyport Norwood Framingham and other Class A B C matchups, noting five idle teams and a potential gain of 150 points.
Stow finishes first in the Assabet Valley League season and claims the championship. Boylston defeats Stow in the final playoff game to determine the league winner. J Albert Addy receives the championship trophy as the season closes.
Sudbury defeated West Concord 4 3 in a tense baseball clash. McCarthy hurled effectively guiding Sudbury as Rodgers and Hopkins contributed key hits. West Concord rallied late but fell just short as Flynn and Peterson sparked late offense.
A list of upcoming football games featuring Concord teams, with Capt George Batchelder leading a squad against foes in October. The schedule includes matches at Noble and Greenough in Dedham and St George’s on various dates.
Local notes report upcoming election implications with Tom Dewey as a potential first GOP winner since 1932, plus reminders about voter registration and draft age. Concord Boy Scouts announce October 3 events, Veterans Building details, and warnings about missing or overdue car stickers.
Scoring report lists several high school games with mixed results. Concord defeated Prichard 6 to 0 while Framingham beat Marlboro 18 to 0. Fitchburg topped Hudson 20 to 7 and Shrewsbury won 6 to 0 against Howe. Maynard posted 12 while Chelmsford and Reading split, and Norweda 6 beat 0.
Lawrence Jr son of Mr and Mrs participates in school activities and was a varsity football member.
John W. C. Piper reaches age 34 during Whitney Week festivities at Count.
Megin spoke to Lions Club members in Lowell presenting four ongoing topics. The guest speaker, described as a sync manager and president, addressed the audience amid unclear details and brief remarks.
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