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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1920
Page
2
An article urges statewide fair promotion, arguing fairs unite towns and neighbors, share ideas, reduce friction, and ease social troubles. It stresses local efforts, mutual help, and the benefit of visiting neighboring communities to improve overall progress and see different approaches.
A reflective column argues that the flood of want ads reveals a push to sell many items, often unnecessary, while appreciating labor-saving devices and value. It calls for a balance between production and consumption and notes the Middlesex farm bureau’s beneficial farmer demonstrations.
The account notes confusion after the Revere beach riot with questions about the firing of guns and pistols. It suggests some aimed to hurt someone but performed poorly, and it reflects on Ponzi, noting his place in financial history and the lasting memory of sharp traders in sugar.
The article portrays James Madison as a scholar president lacking executive force with a weak cabinet during the 1812 conflict. It notes British advances on Washington, Madison's flight, destruction of the White House, and the war’s toll before triumph at New Orleans ushers in renewed prosperity.
The Eastern States Exposition in Massachusetts emerges as a leading horse show rivaling Madison Square Garden and the International. From Sept 20 to 26 the event features top exhibitors including Isabella Wanamaker, Loula Long Combs, Col Sir Adam Beck, and Eleanora Sears. Entries show exceptional merit with many new entrants from the West, boosting participation by over sixty percent.
A light village scene at the corner store weighs politics and vacations as Ike Mar vel seeks a raise and a vacation. Jiggers, Pill, and Wagg share quips while the grocer recalls a tale of a weary groceryman who finally contemplates a vacation after a week of busy days and weekend calls.
Payment stopped on lost book number 29946 of the Middlesex Institution for Savings. Notice dated Concord July 16 1920 and signed by Henry F Smith Jr treasurer.
Local business Works at 735 738 Middlesex Street Lowell Massachusetts offers reversible velvety rugs made from old worn car pets. The service emphasizes eco friendly upcycling and custom sizing for home decor projects.
Maynard Garage and Auto Repair Shop offers first class work. Services include small welding and brazing, gas oxy-acetylene accessories, storage batteries recharged and repaired, parts for Fords. All work promises high quality.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Wl W Reed as assignee and holder related to Nor 7 Water in Boston with a date around 1845. Details are incomplete but reference a property or water rights transfer and the assignee role.
A probate court in Cambridge Middlesex is asked to appoint Francis MéMante and Philip McManus as executors without bond. They must publish notices for four successive weeks and appear on the 14th day of 1920 at the Middlesex Probate Court to show cause why letters should be issued. Witness George F. Lawton signs as register. Prescott Keyes represents the petitioners.
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