OBITUARY
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The old friends and neighbors of Warren Varnum Taylor, will much regret to learn of his sudden death, by heart affection [sic], which occurred at his home in Wakefield, Monday morning, Feb. 20. Mr. Taylor was the only son of the late Captain Varnum and Mary D. Taylor of Boxborough, where he was born July 8, 1847, and lived until nearly 18 years of age, when he went to Chelsea to work in a provision market with his brother-in-law, and where his business career was established for life.
At the age of 23 he married Miss Susie A. Cutler of Burlington, Mass., making his home in Chelsea, being at that time in business for himself. At a later date he purchased the “Central Market” in Wakefield and decided to build, making that place his permanent home. A few years ago a branch store in Lexington was added to the business, which doubled the care and responsibility, necessitating long and tiresome days. Mr. Taylor had been ill two weeks, but was not considered seriously so, yet, while at the breakfast table, the life-chord snapped.
His was a genial disposition, which brought to him many warm friends. He was a dutiful son, a loving brother, a kind, devoted husband and father.
His dealings were based upon an upright character, reflecting the principles of honesty and integrity.
He leaves a wife, daughter and son, also three sisters, Mrs. D. W. Cobleigh of Boxborough, Mrs. C. H. Holton of West Acton and Mrs. Geo. H. Law of Boston, who deeply feel their loss. Some years ago he united with the Order of Free Masons, also was a member of the Grocers' Association in which he manifested much interest and of which he was a director at time of death.
The funeral was held at his late home, Thursday, the 23rd, and was well attended by neighbors and friends. The kind words of the pastor, expressed truth and comfort, when he said “Mr. Taylor was a manly man, a man of christian [sic] principles.” A fine quartet rendered appropriate music and the great profusion of choicest flowers which surrounded the casket, was a loving testimony of the esteem in which relatives and friends cherished his memory. His body reposes in the tomb, awaiting the coming of spring, when it will be interred in the family lot. |
SUDDEN DEATH
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Not responding to the breakfast call Monday morning the door of James Comerford's room in the poor house was forced open and he was found laying dead, death evidently occurring from heart disease.
Deceased was born in Ireland and came to this country at 25 years of age, when he worked at his trade as gardener for a number of years, being employed for some time at the house corner of Main and Belknap sts., which was then occupied by the Cheney family. A heavy sickness which he went through about eight years ago, incapacitated him from work and he has lived at the town farm ever since. Deceased was 76 years, 8 months and leaves no relatives. |
OBITUARY
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Another one of Concord's old residents, Patrick Carson, passed away Sunday morning after an illness of long duration, death being caused by old age. He was born in County Cavin [sic], Ireland, and came to this country at 18 years of age following the masons trade up to a couple of years ago, when he was compelled to give up work. He is survived by a wife, two daughters and one son, the latter being employed in Maynard.
Funeral services were held in St. Bernard's church Tuesday morning, interment being in St. Bernard's cemetery. |
LAST OF SERIES
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The last in a series of assemblies was given in the town hall on the evening of Washington's birthday. It was the largest dance of the series, many being present from out of town.
The patronesses were Mrs. Richard F. Barrett, Mrs. Stedman Buttrick, Mrs. G. Hollis Blake and Mrs. Charles W. Prescott. The managers, Gordon Hutchins, Charles P. Gage and D. Ripley Gage, were assisted by the following ushers: Henry J. Hosmer, Joseph S. Richardson, William L. Hilderbuen, David A. Baldwin, Richard R. Barrett and Robert E. Goodwin. |
SOUTH ACTON
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Mrs. E. H. Jones is visiting Fitchburg.
Miss Ula Skelton is enjoying a week's vacation.
Miss Ruth Piper passed the 22nd with her parents.
Miss Ethel Hosmer of Waltham was home Wednesday.
Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Faxon entertained friends Saturday.
Herbert Pratt is visiting at his grandfather's, John Temple's.
Rev. W. F. Dusseault, former pastor here, was in town Saturday.
Howard Armstrong moved his household goods to Marlboro last week.
Miss Bertha Shapley of Leominster is visiting her aunts, the Misses Shapley.
Mr. and Mrs. G. Raymond Tuttle of Somerville were in town over Wednesday.
Henry Tolman was confined to his home several days last week owing to sickness.
Aaron and Walter Tuttle attended the funeral of Charles Jones at Chelsea Saturday.
Miss Bess Freeman of Lebanon, N. H., was a guest of Mrs. Frank Willard last week.
Mr. and Mrs. Eldrich and family of South Chelmsford passed Sunday at James McGreen's. |
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Miss Florence Tuttle with her friend, Miss Ethel Sargent, returned to Wellesley Thursday.
Masquerade ball occurs tomorrow evening Thursday, and promises to surpass all those of past years.
The testimonial, which was to have been tendered to Geo. N. Holt is to be given to Mrs. Geo. N. Holt.
Alonzo Tower, who died in Concord was a resident of this village at one time and employed by Tuttle.
Mrs. Geo. N. Holt has received $3000 from the N. E. O. P. This was paid two weeks after the death of Mr. Holt.
A team went from this village to Acton Centre last night in order that many might attend the turkey supper.
It is expected the views given at the Universalist church Sunday evening will complete the list to be given this spring.
The minstrel show at Concord Friday evening, given by the high school, attracted a number of young people from this village.
The lecture “Seeing by Touch” will be given at the Congregational church, South Acton Thursday evening, March 9, at 7.30 o'clock. Children's tickets may be obtained from the school teachers. Mr. Campbell has added many new features to his lecture the most interesting being the moving pictures.
Among those from this village who attended the Masonic ball at Maynard on Wednesday evening were: Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Holt, Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Faxon, Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Tuttle, Misses Annie Rodgers, Grace Hutchinson, Clara Sawyer, Mary Lothrop, Ruth Piper, Genie Fletcher, Martha Flagerstrom, Jennie Fletcher, Ethel Hosmer, A. B. Conant, J. L. Adams, N. J. Cole, Luther Piper, Will Rawitser, Arthur Slack, Wallace Owens, Alfred Owens. |
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH NOTES
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The regular Tuesday evening meeting is postponed this week to Thursday evening, at which Dr. Asher Anderson of Boston will speak. Dr. Anderson is secretary of the National Council of Congregational churches, and one of the ablest preachers in Boston. Don't fail to hear him Thursday evening.
Monday, March 13, is a date to keep in mind. On that date the L. S. C. [Ladies Sewing Circle?] will give a supper in the dining room at 6 o'clock, and at 7.30 there will be a lecture in the audience room of the church by Dr. A. E. Winship, editor of the Journal of Education, Boston. As a popular lecturer Dr. Winship has few equals, and is well known throughout the land. It is a rare piece of good fortune that L. S. C. has secured this lecturer. Mr. Winship's subject will be “Twentieth Century Standards.”
The L. S. C. will meet in the chapel Thursday at 2 p.m. of this week.
The new music committee, consisting of Miss Mary Lothrop, Harry Clough and Frank Merriam, are getting together some excellent material for a chorus choir. Any one desiring to become a member of the organization is invited to confer with any member of the committee. Last Sunday morning the choir rendered Verdi's Pilgrim chorus, and a selection from Elijah. |
OBITUARY
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John Fletcher died of pneumonia at the home of his son Lester at Fletcher's Corner on Thursday. Althought [sic] 89 years of age he was a man that seemed to enjoy good health and was able to do quite a little work for one of his age.
The deceased leaves three sons, Warren of Springfield, Lester and Eddie, who reside on the home place, and a daughter, Mrs. Daniel Farrar of East Acton. The funeral was at the house Saturday, Rev. F. P. Wood of Acton Centre officiating. Burial at Woodlawn. |
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Charles Jones passed away at his home in Chelsea on Thursday of last week. He has been a sufferer from heart trouble for some time and this was the cause of his death.
He was until about a year ago a member of the firm of J. W. Tuttle & Sons, and passed the early part of his life in this village. He was a veteran of the war of '61 and was in the old 6th regiment.¹
He leaves a brother, Samuel Jones and two sisters, Mrs. Hiram Piper and Mrs. J. P. Brown of this village. |
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Mrs. Huldah Moulton, 72 years old, a resident of this village up to a few months ago, died at the home of her daughter in Waltham Wednesday of last [week]. She is survived by four daughters.
The funeral was held in the Universalist church on Saturday afternoon, Rev. W. F. Dusseault of Hyde Park officiating. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. The singing was by Misses Genie and Eliza Fletcher and Messrs. Richardson and Chandler. The bearers were Messrs. John Temple, W. F. Skelton, F. Z. Taylor and Smith Finney. Burial was at Mt. Hope.
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| Mrs. Roy L. Sawyer (Grace Hayward) aged 24, died at Clinton Tuesday morning. The funeral will be in South Acton.
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SOUTH ACTON LOCAL
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Harness, boot and shoe repairing at reasonable prices, by C. H. Clark.
Wanted—A girl to do general housework. Apply to Mrs. C. M. Kimball, South Acton, Mass. |
WEST ACTON
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Mrs. Chas. Beach, who has been very sick is improving.
Edward Rice is quite sick with the grip. Dr. Tasket attends him.
George Rodway has gone to the Boston City Hospital, to train for a nurse.
Mrs. C. G. Durkee spent several days in Arlington last week with Mrs. Fred S. Mead.
Rev. Gorham Esterbrook has been quite ill with the prevailing epidemic the past week.
The fire company had a social and chicken pie supper Wednesday evening of last week.
Mr. and Mrs. Emery Clark of Newton were at the home of his father, H. T. Clark over Sunday.
Mrs. J. E. Richardson and daughter Katherine are out again after being house [sic] two weeks with the grip.
Frank Nickerson has been suffering for several weeks with laryngitis, and other troubles incident to a severe cold.
Mrs. Carrie Emery of Fitchburg, who has been staying with her aunt, Mrs. Harriet Clark some weeks, was called to Gardner last week by the sickness and death of her brother-in-law Walter Hogan. Mrs. Clark who is seriously ill remains about the same as for several weeks. |
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