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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1894
Page
4
In a provocative Forum piece the author argues that once anarchists prove themselves unfit for society they should be banished rather than killed. The essay contends the state must declare social expulsion and warn other groups to act similarly, else violence remains inevitable.
An analysis attributes rising crime to alcohol, urban growth, and wealth. It cites statistics linking drunken parents to criminality and notes surging urban populations and wages correlate with more offenders, while prisons show more crime in prosperous times.
John M Harlow of Woburn is presented as a Republican candidate for the Sixth district councilor at the state convention. Respected physician and businessman, he is praised for integrity and real estate success and is expected to win strong backing from leading citizens.
A clipped exchange from the American Industry collection shows a debtor delaying payment while a creditor insists on repayment. The man hesitates over borrowing a penny, prompting the creditor to concede only that payment must be made.
Epworth Rangers hold a grand rally at Sterling camp meeting next Monday. Eight or ten Maynard residents visited Plymouth on Wednesday to check if the rock remains at the shore.
A Hudson Division 9 committee notes the death of Michael Jennings and expresses sorrow. It pledges heartfelt sympathy to his wife and kin, requests mourning for thirty days, and orders printing in the Maynard and Hudson Enterprise. Signed by Patrick Merigan, Joan H. Keefe, Roger McDevitt, and Daniel B. McCarry on August 3, 1894.
Advertisement listing two or three desirable stores to let at the corner of Summer and Nasan streets. Applicants directed to A. McIntire at the market of C. S. Darling, 110 112 Main Street Cambridgeport Mass. Also notices for sale Turner Homestead Maple Street and to apply to E Turner 12 Brooks Street. Lost a pair of gold spectacles. finder to leave with A R Currie.
Mrs. Margaret Burbeck Blanchard died at her Boxboro home August 6 at age 81 years 2 months born in Holderness New Hampshire she lived on the home farm since marriage April 17 1838 with her husband who died July 30 1889 She was a longtime Baptist church member at West Acton Funeral services were held August 8 at the house with Rev Bryant McLellan and Rev C L Rhoades officiating Burial was at Mt Hope West Acton The family expressed thanks for condolences flowers and assistance from friends and neighbors seven children attended except Charles of Eden Oak.
Mr. Burnett, a prominent Southboro businessman and founder of Deerfoot Farm, was fatally injured when his open buggy overturned after a frightened horse shied near telegraph lines. He died at about 7 PM after suffering brain and internal injuries. Burnett, born 1820, built a fortune in perfumery and vanilla extracts and led St. Mark's parish and school. he leaves a large family including Congressman Edward Burnett and Rev. Waldo Burnett.
Woburn Republicans endorse Hon. J. M. Harlow for the Sixth councilor district seat. The meeting, chaired by E. D. Hayden with Wm. W. Crosby as secretary, notes Harlow's integrity, business skill, and public service including the Massachusetts Senate in 1885-86.
The Westboro town column reports Butler Wilmarth Hero has secured the nomination for local postmaster after a prolonged struggle among Democrats. Halloren and Olney are noted supporters, while the incumbent faces party divisions and regional pressure as the state committee seeks Westboro votes.
Hudson reports Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gascoigne spent Sunday at Barre. Mrs. T. S. Carter and Mrs. Zilpha Peters visited Old Orchard Beach last week. Fred A. Davis headed home to Waterville Missouri by boat via Portland for a two week stay. Iron Hall members receive 30 percent of their contributions. Marlboro ladies rode in Friday night horse show amid a band concert drawing crowds and promenades through town.
Riders urge keeping Boston terminal at Union Station and moving old stone building out of general passenger service. They seek one roof for connections to northern and eastern roads, easing transfers and improving convenience.
Free pills offer from H E Bucklen Co Chicago for Dr King’s New Life Pills a trial sample box to prove benefits. Claimed to ease constipation and sick headache help malaria liver troubles and boost stomach and bowel tone. Regular 25 cents per box sold by B F Fonanee Son Maynard H S Richardson Concord.
Advertises deep discounts across a wide range of items including ladies garments shoes and undergarments. It highlights marked down fabrics aprons and linens with prices from under a dollar to a few dollars while promoting other wares like wall trunks hammocks parasols and boots.
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