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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1916
Page
7
The text references President Wilson and a December 19 note proposing immediate action to mold opinion and assign war responsibility to the Entente. It notes difficulty due to ongoing negotiations and a key sticking point in securing agreement to end the war.
London reports show British hostility toward Fama Wilson has softened yet debate continues on peace terms. Observers cite Germany and the United States awaiting terms seen as satisfactory before any shift toward broader involvement. The Swiss note claiming contact with Wilson five weeks earlier challenges beliefs about American stance.
Allen B. Emery, chairman of the Boston Billy Sunday campaign, announced at the tabernacle that the revival cost in Boston will total $90,000. He noted $64,000 had been raised to date by about 9,000 attendees and urged further effort to clear the debt, the heaviest in revival history in this country.
A diary entry dated December 26 1566 notes Admiral Dewey being 79 years old yesterday. The fragment mentions a bottle of wine and a cheerful mood but lacks full context from the damaged source.
The Public Service Commission sharply rebuked the New Haven railroad for seeking higher rates and concessions while failing to improve freight and passenger service. It ordered monthly reports on five minute delays and progress of improvement plans, withholding full powers for now. The commission warned that the railroad’s actions will shape future regulatory direction.
In Minden Louisiana on December 27 five African American suspects were arrested in connection with the slaying of four members of the Reeves family. Authorities say a legacy of $3500 was found in the Reeves chest, which also contained about $500 Reeves had saved. the chest had been broken open and its contents removed.
Teutons and allies push gains over Rus and Roumanians capturing Filipechti west of Rimnik Sarat and advancing toward Kut el Amara. Gassab fort destroyed. In Magdaba British victory over Turks, seven guns and large stocks of rifles ammunition captured. Other fronts report only artillery duels.
Frederick L Small faced his accusers in Carroll county New Hampshire as he described the murder that shook Ossipees. The trial opened in the new courthouse while Judge Kivel presided and the defense argued the pale crippled defendant’s account. William F R Gilbert, a wealthy bachelor, admitted to a crude attempt to kiss a girl and clamp her mouth, receiving a one year jail term.
Fragmented OCR notes describe residents visiting relatives in Fitchburg attending holiday events in Boston New York and Hudson various social items hospital stay for William H Sullivan and Mrs Louis Peel guests with small town happenings including the Hudson high school ball Feb 7 and bank work with Davy cages noted.
Official returns indicate Wilson with 9,116,296 votes and Hughes 8,667,474, a 568,822 margin for Wilson. The text compares 1912 and 1913 results and notes changes in party alignment and female voter impact across states.
The league races tight with leaders A O BY M UL and Middlesex in mid season form. South Acton and K of P contest a close battle while Business Men push Bagies for position. Individual honors heat up as 14 rollers reach the ninety class in a year of strong finishes. Standings after Sunday show the tight pursuit.
M. and G. Won Y. M. 8 C defeated Holy Names 1394 to 1255 at Lynch Bros. alleys Wednesday. The score shows a clear margin with M. and G. taking the victory on a midweek bowling card.
List of residents and relatives spending Christmas and holidays in Concord area. Mentions Miss Nellie Cotter in New Hampshire, William Rogester in Providence, and many others visiting family homes. Notes junior dance, Holy Name union meeting, carol singing, and community celebration at Monument Square.
Miss Mary Burns of Newton formerly of this town is a patient at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital Brookline where she recently underwent an operation. Her friends in town are pleased to learn the operation was successful.
J A Burns of Cunard Steamship spoke at Friday’s Men’s Club meeting on a modern liner’s voyage to Europe. He traced ocean travel from sailing ships to steamers and contrasted old and new comforts with stereopticon views. The next meeting is set for January 22 on Over the Scenic Highway.
Local post office handles Christmas mail with extra carrier support and vehicle-delivered packages while letter mail remains with carriers. Schools reopen next Tuesday after holiday break. many relatives are visiting.
For sale blue overcoat in excellent condition size 40. Apply evenings at 66 Central Street.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions confidence and peaceful pursuits linked to heads or fronts. No clear event, people, or organizations readable.
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