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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1909
Page
6
Dr. Donald Mcaskey argues that dragging mudded dirt roads with a log drag can fill ruts, create a hard surface, and shed water. He cites Missouri experience and claims widespread routine dragging could improve 90 percent of U S dirt roads at a tiny cost, offering lasting relief.
James Williams notes in the Kansas City Star that a Cameron Missouri effort to drag dirt roads to improve rural free delivery began with a 1902 picnic led by Postmaster Filson. The movement reduced mudholes, spurred eight carriers, doubled land values, and inspired continued road dragging by residents.
Missouri farmer Elijah Carel, owner in Jackson and Clay counties, praises rock macadam highways. He says land near rock roads commands higher values and urges broader adoption. Missouri reports 800 miles of macadam roads and 15 percent growth in gravel roads last year as North Dakota advances road experiments. There is optimism about future state aid for roads and better links to markets.
A county surveyor criticizes motorists who mostly drive on the road crown. He contends this causes accelerated wear and ruts. Spreading traffic across the road from gutter to crown top would extend road life and reduce repairs, though cambered roads may excuse some keeping to the slope.
The Washington Star recounts a local roads effort from Pohick with raised funds on credit, overseers and inspectors added, and friction over emoluments and rank. Despite payrolls and progress, delays and a reluctant laborer persist, prompting resolutions and removal of an underperforming worker.
Massachusetts officials announce a meeting of the Middlesex County Commissioners at Concord Junction to locate a relocation of Miami Street Avenue. The session is set for September 10 at 9:50 AM at the Concord Junction Pitchburg Railroad location.
At a June 1 1909 meeting of Iala County Commissioners in Cambridge, Concord residents petitioned to move an old public road from the main road to the Sudbury road. The relocation was judged for common convenience and necessity. A meeting at Concord Station of the Fitchburg Railroad is set for 9:50 AM to locate the route. Deputy Sheriff and Ralph N. Smith, Assistant Clerk, attest the copy.
Train schedule shows Marlboro to Boston and South Framingham routes with departure times from Marlboro Boston Southboro South Framingham and Fitchburg. Lists morning and afternoon services, Sunday variations, and connections to Northboro Clinton Fitchburg Lowell and Concord Junction with multiple arrival times.
Advertiser Geo. A. Dwyer of Matlboro Mass seeks live poultry buyers with a notice offering a special broiler price this month and inviting replies by postal call or phone 213-4.
Littleton residents enjoyed a busy week with many visits and events. Highlights include Miss Margaret McDonald at York Beach, Mr. and Mrs. Hartwell vacationing with Simmons College girls in York, and the Unitarian picnic at Whalene park. The Lancaster Bandits defeated Littleton 8 to 7. A Boston Post cane was sent to Littleton’s oldest citizen, Orman Ewings, aged 92, with selectmen as trustees.
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