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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1898
Page
4
The Enterprise notes predicted cotton thread price rises tied to Admiral Dewey and contrasts dull New York leather with rising hides. It questions if Captured Spanish leaders would elicit Yankee jubilation, cites a $200,000 Turkey debt, and comments on war taxes, Camp Alger, and Massachusetts' wartime contributions.
A famed New Orleans cook demonstrates a traditional coffee ritual. Partially roasted at the market, she finishes roasting, mills the beans, and brews using a tin dripper over a warm brown stone jar. Water is poured slowly in stages for a refined extraction.
The Philadelphia Press described a coffee as rich brown and fragrant. The cup was poured half full and the remainder topped with hot milk in a concise beverage note.
The Brockton Times argues that regular army officers underestimate citizen soldiers. It asserts graduates of West Point serve the army by profession and gain promotions, while volunteer officers sacrifice greater opportunities when duty calls, showing patriotism beyond military privilege.
S H Howe emerges as a strong candidate for councilor in the Sixth district praised for business experience at S H Howe Shoe Co and loyalty to the Republican ticket. Voters are urged to nominate him at the councilor convention, highlighting his integrity, legislative experience, and readiness to assist the needy.
The Banker and Tradesman criticizes the New England Telephone Co for a Massachusetts-cited stock offering to present shareholders at par. It warns the move unjustifiably increases capital and will force public dividends, calling for a method to curb such practices.
The Maynards won a ball game in Northboro with key hits in the seventh and eighth innings. Hilferty struck out 13, Leon ard provided solid support, and Fletcher exited with a torn hand after a thrown ball. Northboro 18 to 8 Maynards 18 to 8 with umpires Mel Wood and B J Coughlin.
Maynard social rounds and visits include Miss Dreane of Lowell with Miss Lizzie Leby, Miss Leby returning from Old Orchard and Miss McCormick visiting Hyde Park. Public schools start Sept 6 after Labor Day. concerts and church events planned. standpipe installed for street sprinkling. several residents travel to New Hampshire, Maine, Quebec, and New York City.
E. F. Brown & Co announces a 10 day sale with light stiff hats 98c and 22.00. Caps 50c at 39c during closing out sale. Lunch at Gaskill's on Darling's black Summer street. Boys short pants 19 29 and 39c at E F Brown & Co.
Religious notices outline morning and evening services at three churches. Rev T C Jackson and Rev Edward Higgins lead AMORY Maynard and Miss McMorrow are named staff. Activities include Sunday schools, choir, organists, prayer and class meetings with times and dates.
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