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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1895
Page
4
Fragmentary remarks describe a biographical project and the question of which syndicate will obtain it. The text notes a refreshing pattern of reappearances and hints at upcoming vacations, while humorously mentioning dogs and the phrase dog days as possibly misattributed.
The piece notes bicycles bring knee breeches for men and bloomers for women. It argues neither is inherently more horrid and observes that many readers returning from summer vacations feel home is the most comfortable place to be.
A fragment from a colonial era column mocks French wine frauds and California viniculture while noting Roosevelt's Ten Commandments platform. The piece hints at political hustle by Tammany and jokes about cosmetic remedies for facial disguises.
A sharp remark on presidential contenders who deny desire for the office. The quip notes that even modest voices can stifle grand ambitions, hinting that public fate is not easily dismissed. The line underscores candid rejection as a potential obstacle in campaigns.
The writer argues that true horse lovers outweigh bicycle and electric car advocates, claiming the simple country ride on a horse offers a subtler joy than modern transportation.
The speaker argues there was no deliberate malice in last week’s collision but urges remedies to deter reckless conduct. Blunders threaten public safety, and society must punish gross negligence as manslaughter risk.
The surviving crew of the Prince Oscar recount a fatal night crash on a trackless ocean. Two huge ships collided and sank within five minutes and without a cry from the first to go under. No warning or lookouts appeared to have saved the crews.
A Marlboro man witnessed a midnight seance in Russell where the land lord, a revolver holder, and drunken picnickers gathered in a hotel. No one died though the man caught cold from watching the row rather than sleeping. Berlin lost two to 899 residents while Barnstable rose to 4050 and Marlboro noted Russell barely changed from 847 to 848 in the decade.
A harsh editorial argues tramps now outnumber the U S army and threaten safety as mischief grows. It warns that increasing numbers could force road patrols to protect lives and property, urging action against the perceived social problem.
A series of odd notes about politics and society. J Edward Addicks and Senator Washburn are cited with sharp sarcasm. A detective and a prisoner inspire a cryptic line about Delehanty. Framingham and Hudson are mentioned in a quirky comparison. Boston garden emblems outshine C E designs. Public licenses and liquor limits tied to population are noted. A bloomers fashion jab and a California judge ruling on poker wrap the items.
The Sabbatarians, who observe Sundays, will have much to do this winter under current law governing sacred concerts. Many men, once skeptical about the Cuban uprising, now lie permanently in graves on that torrid island.
An advertisement on a Boston newspaper page boasts that the paper "never does things by halves" while paradoxically listing a monthly subscription price of 50 cents. The inconsistency highlights an odd marketing nuance on the same page.
Mr. Bent, the Lincolnite who disappeared, says he left to think. A casual visitor would note the town suits a thinker as nothing would disturb his contemplation.
The Boston Traveler hints a gold syndicate may influence this year's unusual gold output. It suggests the group aims to pressure the government by creating a market problem for profit.
Former New York governor Flower says higher wages boost Democratic chances but cautions friends not to focus on Hill versus Cleveland Democrats. The Enterprise Printing adds a folder to handle a larger sixteen page issue with the cover attached, signaling busy times and possible need for more space.
The publication office of the Woman's Home Journal is relocated to Hudson. The magazine is fifteen years old with wide circulation across the United States and sometimes prints up to 60 000 copies per issue, likely increasing Hudson mail traffic.
The Boston Herald laments the lack of strong contemporary fiction and notes that many authors now favor partisan editorials in metropolitan organs rather than crafting novels.
A house committee report asserts that 68 governments own telegraphs, leaving the United States and a few small regimes with private systems. It argues telegraph, telephone, and express rates are double what they would be under government ownership, with excess profits flowing to syndicates.
The Enterprise notes Marlboro's 36.92 percent population rise over the past decade, surpassing smaller shoe towns but lagging behind several larger peers. It also lists 1885 to 1895 gains for Haverhill Lynn Hudson Natick Brockton Whitman and declines for Ashland Hopkinton Spencer, with Marlboro ahead of the regional average.
Severe griping pains of the stomach and bowels instantly and effectually stopped by DeWitt's Colic and Cholera Cure. B. F. Johnson & Son, area C. J. Whitney Concord, H. A. Little field, West Acton.
Orders to secure insertion in the issue of the same week. An earlier receipt will insure against condensation or delay of articles. News and advertising matter and subscriptions may be left with T. F. Newton.
Mrs L W Burr of Auburndale visits South Acton friends. Y P C U to meet next Sunday. Many residents travel, excursions to Lynn Providence and Maine noted. Picnic at Nagogpond praised. ice run accident reported. Local church notes, services and youth group activities listed.
Canajoharie residents praise Dr King’s New Discovery as the best cough remedy with continual use in their homes. Catskill druggist endorses its reliability and eight years of family use. Trial bottles offered free at local drug stores with regular size priced at 50 cents and one dollar.
Conclave preliminaries on Commonwealth avenue include uniformed processions and receptions with white gloves. Knights plan decorative transformations, packets of punch bowls, and large-scale catering as 500 Iowa and Nebraska Templars head to Boston. Missouri, Philadelphia groups depart for the event with routes via Niagara Falls and the St Lawrence.
Five men halted a fast Chicago and West Michigan express near the Kalamazoo River at nine last night. Brakeman Timothy Murphy was shot in the side, a dynamite blast ripped the baggage car door open, and the robbers looted the safe in under six minutes. No valuables were inside and the messenger had already left. Trainmen could not identify the assailants.
Claude Meeker, American consul at Bradford, reports a movement by English boards of trade to obtain from British consuls reports on local business openings, viewing the effort as a compliment to American methods.
Thomas M. Grady former cashier of the First National Bank of Marietta was found guilty of embezzlement. He was fined $100 and sentenced to seven years in prison. The total embezzlement reached $30,000 with $20,000 repaid.
Baltimore August 21 cigaret workers strike for a 15 cent per thousand rise. Factories accuse the cigaret union of trying to run the business and say non union labor will be used going forward.
In Charleston yesterday the election for delegates to the constitutional convention passed quietly. The Republican ticket failed without effort as conservative Democrats gained delegate seats.
Providence report states Frank Hart, once jailed on suspicion of killing George Brennan, was released as authorities found no enough evidence to detain him.
New York reports the Southern States Tariff association adopting a new tariff schedule with 16 railroads signing the agreement. Norwich notes the sudden death of lumber dealer John A. Morgan during dinner in New London county. Green River notes the Pullman company halted sale of wines and liquors in Wyoming cars rather than obtain licenses.
Charles Richardson a brakeman was run over and killed last evening by a local freight in Medford Massachusetts. He sustained fatal injuries and the accident is under investigation by railway officials.
Goods valued at 200 dollars were stolen from a Lynn Massachusetts jewelry store. Indemnity of 50000 dollars paid by Morotéco to Germany has reached Wilhelmshaven. Michigan striking miners were thrown out of employment indefinitely by their employers.
Help wanted notice for general house work in Maynard. Seek applicant at 16 Brooks Street in the Dr W B Currier residence.
An advertisement touts DeWitts Little Early Risers as easy to take and painless. It claims quick relief for sick headache biliousness sour stomach and constipation and lists vendors B F Johnson Son Maynard Concord and West Acton among sellers.
Editors urge submissions to reach the publication office by Tuesday night to ensure insertion in the same week. Messages show early receipt avoids condensation or delay. news, ads, and subscriptions may be left with A. L. Noyes at the post office.
Acton Centre reports population 1979 up 194 in ten years. Local items include home alterations by W D Little, vacations by Mrs Bean of Maynard and Mrs Pitman and children at Nantucket, Mrs Farmer and son from Waltham with Miss Ella Wright, and O L Newcomb planning Nova Scotia and undecided on business location. Newcomb sold his business to J A McPherson of Maynard. he to take possession soon. Also Y P S C E meeting on conquering difficulties with Christ's help led by Ethel Wayne.
Sudbury reports a population of 1137 with a loss of 28 in 10 years. Walter L. Willis begins work at a Chelsea drug concern. Epworth League discusses women’s voting rights. Rev William H. Baldwin may speak at First Parish. Marlboro North School reunion eyed at Wayside Inn. Uni tarian society to settle pulpit supply decisions. Sudbury grange fair set for Sept 18. J. G. Miller and wife to move into renovated home formerly John Eaton’s. Sudbury railroad station burglarized but no cash stolen.
The Knights Templar procession will start on Commonwealth avenue near Exeter street Tuesday morning August 27 around 10 o'clock and proceed to Arlington street Boylston Dartmouth Columbus Avenue Massachusetts Avenue and Washington Street to Hanover.
Supt. A A Snyder of Winnesheik County Poor Farm reports Robert Leach used two boxes of De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve to heal a large running leg sore after months with doctors. Claim cites relief from piles and lists sellers B F Johnson & Son Maynard C H Whitney Concord and H A Littlefield West Acton.
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