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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1912
Page
6
Published at Marlboro Maynard Sudbury Acton, notices show post office rates and office officers. Second class matter 1908 under the act with rates for yearly, semiannual, and quarterly postage.
Tat forces gain ground in the 4th Congressional District with delegates and alternates chosen from conservative, community respected citizens. The move signals continued support for President Taft and reflects a broader party trend across the state.
Samet C Bennett of Weston recently declared in a campaign stance favoring Taft and constitutional rights. He cites long practice with Middlesex Bar and Massachusetts Association of City Solicitors and argues for good order and peaceful prosperity amid foreign policy and domestic political tension.
George F. Leslie born 1862 has lived in Waltham thirty years. His career in real estate insurance shows civic commitment, including four years in city government, four terms as a state representative, and current service as Park Commissioner.
The text honors Hon. Walter B. Morse noting his mayoral terms in Marlboro in 1902 and 1903 and his roles as president of the National Bank of Marlboro and the Marlboro Savings Bank. It praises him as an active, useful citizen closely tied to local business life and describes him as an able, efficient man.
The article profiles Mr. Messer of Concord as a young Taft delegate candidate born in Hollis New Hampshire and longtime worker in the area. It notes his Concord birth about 15 years ago, current role with Old Colony Company in Boston, and prior Republican town committee service. It highlights his activity in local politics and fraternal leadership, urging votes for him and his allies.
The Birthday Party held by the piano committee of the Epworth League of the Methodist church drew fewer attendees than hoped. Miss Olga performed two piano solos and Rev 8 A Norse gave a talk recounting his experiences.
Concord society items recount visits and entertainments across town. J H Donahue of Boston joins local staff, engineers and hosts hostesses at various homes, and local military units report promotions and entertainments. A severe thunder shower interrupted activities as lightning struck Punkatasset farm. Public notices include lost book and local advertisements for hay and seed offerings.
The day canceled all sports and the Concord High versus Rock Ridge meet due to heavy rain. The 2 PM band concert proceeded outdoors as sun peeked through, and Old Concord Chapter House hosted a large reception for 75 guests. The evening hall of Corp Hosmer Camp featured patriotic decor, Coast Artillery music, and dancing until 1 AM with refreshments.
The Congregational Brotherhood of the Trinitarian church Concord Massachusetts adopted an appreciation noting Mr James L Rand of Wollaston Mass for his Christian character and leadership with the Men and Religion Forward Movement. His sudden death on the following Monday drew heartfelt sympathy for his wife and family. A committee prepared the remarks and a copy was sent to Mrs Rand. The Enterprise apologizes for an oversight in a Dramatic club review failing to mention Miss Louise Grant who portrayed Isabel Kirke.
Middlesex School lost to Lawrence Academy on Wednesday in a close game. Middlesex showed strength at bat and in the field but failed to bunch hits and commit costly errors. The score remains to be reported.
Runs by Burke Achorn Knight 2 Finn Douglas Miller Barker. Three base hits Achorn Knight. Stolen bases Burke Finn Sanderson Douglas Clark Miller Haydock Barker. Walks Swan 3 Palmer 4. Strikeouts Little 4 Swan 6 Palmer 13. Sacrifice hits Palmer Finn Barker. Hit by pitch Madeira. Wild pitch Swan. Passed ball Barker. Time 2h. Umpire Loughlin.
Concord Republicans shift toward Taft as Roosevelt campaigns disrupt party principles. The piece notes Roosevelt’s changing stance and loss of support among locals, praising Taft's delegates and urging voters to back a stable administration.
The O Connell brothers of Fitchburg are ridiculed for trying to discredit ex Senator Hoar in the Democratic convention delegate contest. It is noted Hoar has done more for the party in a week than the brothers in a year, and their current favor seeking stance is seen as a joke.
Interest surrounds the announced performance of Gade's Crusaders directed by Raymond C. Robinson. The Cecilia society of Boston performed it under B. J. Lang, with high musical worth and strong dramatic effect. Local soloists and the Carl Berk orchestra will assist. The presentation is planned for the latter part of May.
A paragraph lists recipients of advertisement letters including C W French Wm Freema Chas Keenan and Family J Iver Jonsson Willard Martin Samuel Porter Frank Perrence W H Wright Cora Beacon J S Benjamin Edith Bira Annie Cooper Eloise Holton Myrid Hibbs and others.
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