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Newspaper
Acton Enterprise
Location
Acton, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1915
Page
3
A New York American cartoonish exchange shows a poet admitting little verse is written. The critic quips about reading it to the wolf, highlighting economic pressure on writers.
Investigations by Napoleon III place the Nervis engagement along the River Sambre between the villages of La Buissiere and Louvroil. The report notes the battle's location and historical attribution to the Napoleonic era.
A renowned German physician argues that infantile paralysis commonly transfers between households via domestic animals including chickens ducks and cows. The finding emphasizes animal vectors in disease transmission and urges precautions in homes with affected children.
A clipped aphorism warns that delaying study yields no reward and emphasizes the habit of timely effort for success.
Marlboro residents share home testimonials praising Doan's Kidney Pills for preventing backache and kidney trouble. The appeal emphasizes a single verdict of approval and urges readers to ask for the same remedy backed by local witnesses, noting the product is distributed by Foster Milburn Co of Buffalo.
Marlborough Savings Bank announces deposits accrue interest on the third Wednesday in January April July and October. Dividends payable on the third Wednesday of January and July. Banking hours are 9 to 8 weekdays and 9 to 12:30 Saturdays.
William B. Hughes, proprietor, continues his 140 year old smithy near an oak, recalling 1875 when he began amid 12 below thermometer. He notes eight horses shod for first payment from Old Stew Evans, now 64 and sturdy, still at the same stand. Concord visitor John Finnegan. Alice Sylvester listed as dangerous. George J. Raymond of Boston syndicate dies near Sudbury.
The Maynard boys form the A B C Aggressive Barraca Class club and open new quarters in Cannon's block for inspection. An informal reception featured vocal and instrumental solos. A piano pool table and reading table with current literature are planned. A first lecture on the life of Christ was given by Rev. A Morrill Osgood at the Methodist Episcopal church.
William Halpin acted quickly Saturday afternoon to extinguish flames that engulfed Miss Alice Sylvester's clothing after a stray spark. The incident also burned Mrs. W. C. McLoughlin while aiding the rescue. both were taken to hospital for treatment.
Maynard Grange No S10 apologizes for the crowding at Naylor's hall on Wednesday evening February 10. Tickets sold by many Grange members made advance sales hard to manage and the group thanks the public for patronage and helpers in making the first show a financial success.
The St Michael parish annual reunion drew a large crowd at the town hall on Monday evening. Rev. Geo A Costello was welcomed with a reception followed by a concert by Miss Agnes V Kelley of Norwood. Doherty's orchestra provided music as attendees danced until 1 am and an old fashioned supper was served from 10 to 11 in the lower hall. Visitors from Norwood Somerville Concord Lexington Lincoln and Arlington augmented the local attendance.
At the Irving caucus on Wednesday evening Irving L. Hodgdon was unanimously named to succeed himself as selectman and will likely remain chairman. Other appointments named include Town Treasurer Sherman G. Rich and Assessor D. C. Cutler with road commissioner I. C. Waite stables Edw. P. Kelley and Chas. D. Phillips A. Elmer Blake. A close contest saw George H. Sweetman win the school committee nomination by a single vote over Joseph H. Williams.
John Harmon, a B and M freight handler, was seriously injured last Tuesday while crossing between cars as the train neared Bedford from Concord. A surveyor's iron left in the ground pierced his right thigh and hip. He hung on and was treated by Dr Hamblen in Bedford then moved to Deaconess hospital where he rests comfortably.
Mrs Katherine McGrath of Concord Road died Sunday from a head injury after a fall on the ice. Aged 65, born in Waterford Ireland, she received last rites of the Catholic church. Her death is deeply regretted by many friends.
The article reports Acton residents Wes Acton and wife visiting Boston and suburbs to see relatives. Grand Instructor Webber gave a strong address at Acton Lodge No 205. A District Christian Endeavor convention program is set for Union Church Concord Junction with expected local attendance. Harold Jenks of Melrose visited and congratulated William S. Kelley on his newborn Melrose hospital birth.
A J S Moore covered butcher wagon overturned near T Rice's tin shop in South Acton early Friday as a runaway horse hit a tree in Dr Tasker’s yard. The other wagon also involved sustained little damage. No injuries occurred though several people faced narrow escapes.
Acton lodge No 202 finalizes plans for a grand social Friday evening in the I O O F hall entertaining Harvard Ayer Maynard and Concord lodges. It will be the fourth such affair with the aim of the largest attendance yet. The five-lodge committee spared no expense to ensure guests are satisfied with an evening to remember.
Frank Pierce led the Musketaquid council installation as Walter Irkmaier and others conducted the rites. Notable charter members cited include G Arthur Granow, Stephen Brooks, George F Titcomb, Michin H Whitcomb, Geo. Is Houghton, and Pierce, with Freeland J. Tuttle reappointed as collector.
Zenas Westhaver of Kilifax Nova Scotia appointed administrator of brother Alexander Westhaver of Maynard estate by Judge George Lawton. Bonds set at 8000 with personal property valued at 5500. Heirs listed include Jeremiah Westhaver and Mrs Miles Westhaver. Several other petitions filed in probate court seek guardianship and conservatorship for various estates in Concord and Arlington, with return dates and attorneys noted. The Boston and Maine railroad sued for 25000 in a separate civil case.
A Boston party traveled by rail and bus to attend a play in the afternoon and a later performance in the evening. The group visited a museum and returned home Sunday night with references to local figures and a school visit noted in the coverage.
The fragment discusses reading with purpose over aimless wandering and cites Edward Bulwer Lytton. It contrasts gaining knowledge from a single focused book with aimless reading, implying value in purposeful inquiry.
Two locals complain that the town faces overcrowding due to an influx of bamboo and swindlers. The shopkeeper voices concern that too many outsiders strain resources while a companion echoes the worry.
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