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Newspaper
The Winthrop Review
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1932
Page
5
Mortgagee lists five parcels of real estate in Winthrop Suffolk County Massachusetts tied to Adele Stiffer and Jarvis of Western Massachusetts with a foreclosure sale to satisfy the mortgage. The notice specifies a cash payment by purchaser and details of the premises and sale conditions.
The Young Peoples Society of Christian Endeavor, Union Congregational votes to install officers January 16 at 6 30 in the church auditorium. Elected officers include Lester Murphy president George Gibby vice president Mabel Cole treasurer Dorothy Daly recording secretary and Eleanor Rou corresponding secretary Installing officers are Edmund Staples and Ralph Keller past presidents. All are welcome.
The George H. Russell Drum and Bugle Corps held its regular meeting on December 28, 1932 in Wadsworth Hall with President Joseph Greenberg presiding. Topics included a five dollar donation toward the Christmas party and the election of three new members William Poor David Coughlin and John Egan. The corps will perform Tuesday night at the Junior High School and reminds of Thursday night dances.
Payment on a savings book held at Winthrop Trust Company has been stopped. An application has been filed under General Laws Section 20, Chapter 167 to issue a duplicate passbook for Book No 8246. Treasurer Harry W Aiken signs the notice dated 31 D 23.
Public foreclosure notice concerns a mortgage dated August 20 1925 from Harry Sperber and Anna A Sperber of Anthrop Suffolk County Massachusetts to United States Trust Company Boston MA. Assignee seeks sale of parcels at Ocean Spray Shore Drive Winthrop with parcels described and bounds given, including adjacent properties and deeds in Suffolk Deeds records. Sale to occur on a specified last Saturday in January 1933 on the described premises.
The Pacquinoxe Club met at Mrs. Joseph B Davison home for the annual Christmas Party and business meeting. Frances Reith presided as president and plans were made for a Christmas basket for a needy family. Seventeen members attended. After a brief meeting two games were played with prizes to Elizabeth Kohl and Grace Rich. Christina Little organized entertainment with assistance from Irene Williams Martha MacFarland and Helen Carstensen. The living room was decorated and a Christmas tree featured gifts for members. Mrs. Davidson handed out handkerchiefs, followed by an exchange of gifts. Refreshments were served in the decorated dining room and the evening closed with wishes for health and happiness.
London Answers notes that locust remains can yield soap making material and cites other pests like prickly pear as sources of alcohol. It warns a useful product does not solve pest problems if production costs or markets are unfavorable.
TheWinthrop Daughters of Maine led by Mrs Joseph Shepherd donated fifty Christmas wreaths and a box of gifts for World War I veterans at Bedford Hospital. Mrs Marion Drew contributed thirty pounds of fudge. They organized a chicken dinner and provided underwear can goods and toys for needy families and hospital children, with care for the sick and convalescent. The efforts were coordinated by Mrs Louis A Radeell.
The Young Women's Guild of St. John's Episcopal Church met at Mrs. Dawid Hagman’s home with 33 members and guests. Mrs. Bertha Pierce opened with a prayer, reports were read, three Christmas baskets were donated and distributed, and refreshments concluded the evening with a New Year’s Day altar flowers duty to follow.
A December gathering hosted by Mrs John T Bowman and guests featured festive decor, games, and Santa Claus delivering gifts that doubled as jokes. Members included Mrs Della Bowman, Mrs Elizabeth Daly, Mrs Beatrice Harrington, Mrs Esther Howard, and others. the next meeting is planned at Mrs Kleemann’s home on Quincy Avenue.
The Companion's Bridge held a Xmas Party on December 16 at Jame Avenue. Mrs Alice Died attended along with invited guests and four tables of bridge were enjoyed. Souvenirs were given to Grace Rich Sadie MacKenzie Dalanor. McGaw Thomas and others. Retirements were served and guests had fun opening gifts. The next meeting will be with Miss Ruth Simson on Court Street Friday evening December 30.
The Rals Class of Union Congregational Church held its monthly gathering in the Pals Room on Thursday January 5 at 7 30. Visitor day is set for Sunday January at 12 10. Leader Stephen N Cribby invites all interested young men to attend the class discussions every Sunday at 12 10.
Watermelon, a cucumber family member long grown in this country, is believed to have originated not in the wild but through cultivation in Attica. The origin remains a topic of debate among scholars.
The Winthrop American Legion band paraded through town on Christmas Eve. The piece recounts a humorous episode of ducks intended for a Christmas feast that could not swim, producing a slapstick chase and a woodland misadventure. It closes with a call to join the Legion and support veterans’ causes.
The Philathea Class of the First Baptist Church held its Christmas party December 2 at ALR Vi AY Hodge's home. Fifteen dollars were allocated to the Philanthropic Committee to aid two families, with readings, carols, and 25 cent gifts contributing to charitable work. twenty six attendees enjoyed festive decor and refreshments.
Crystal Bay Lodge hosts a New Year’s Eve dance at Odd Fellows Hall with no admission. All lodge members and friends encouraged to attend. The Good Samaritan Association will be entered by Crystal Bay Lodge in support of joint plans. Refreshments to be served.
The N N A A held a Christmas gathering at Miss Phyllis Ringrose’s home last Friday. Members exchanged gifts after playing games and sharing a festive Gallation.
A brief New Year greeting note sent to the editor wishes health and happiness for the year ahead. The message is signed by Grace D Rich and Renee Nash of Hamilton.
The Winthrop Catholic Woman's Club announces January gatherings sponsored by Misses Susan and Elizabeth Hesson. An afternoon party is set for Tuesday January 3 at 2 15 p m in St Joh Hall on Lincoln street. The club mourns the deaths of two members Mrs Cawthorne and Mrs Milward on Christmas Eve, extending sympathy to their families.
The Atlanta Constitution notes that certain African tribes require a man to demonstrate ability to run, jump, and swim to qualify for marriage. The items are said to be listed in order of their importance.
The Popular Authors Literary Club will hold an Art Afternoon on Tuesday January 3 at vice-president Mrs Mathew C Walsh’s home. Charles Simpson, Art Committee chairman, will present a Roll Call on American Artists, with ARIE Griffin serving as press chairman.
Club Emanon hosted a Christmas party at Miss Marion Gentle’s residence with members Gwen Baker Rita Carter Anes Critch Marie Gallagher Helen Higgins Marion Gentle Florence Keenan Gertrude Murray Theresa Travers and Dolly Shields exchanging gifts. Escorts received surprise packages as dancing and refreshments followed. Clingman's column notes GOAL towering at the Great Smoky mountains peak above one mile in height.
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