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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1897
Page
4
The passage notes Mr. Moody's preaching prowess as observed by a Milford Newsman. It contrasts The Cambridge aldermen seeking free franks for Boston theaters with lingering Loyal Legion veterans who once fought bravely and still show spirit. The piece weaves local observations with distant comparisons and light humor.
The Brockton Times suggests a policy where a rider who blocks the rear platform of street cars would pay double fare as a deterrent. The idea aims to curb obstruction and speed boarding.
The National Manufacturers association gathered in Philadelphia with speakers urging restoration of American shipping and canal projects, improvement of the consular service, and a commerce department. They upheld a protective tariff without endorsing extreme rates and urged patience, noting a sick economy needs cures while signaling a coming revival as crops move and demand grows.
The Boston Post argues that the secrecy of the ballot must be preserved in all amendments to Massachusetts ballot law. It warns that weakening secrecy risks intimidation and undermines independent voting, urging maintenance of the current protections for voters.
A Clinton Item note argues for making Wachusett Mountain a public reservation under an 1891 statute. It cites Mt Tom and Wachusett as key preserves to ensure permanent public access and enjoyment of the state’s famed peaks.
A Fitchburg Sentinel note observes that when a woman wears a large hat in the theater it signals to the audience that she keeps the hat on for their approval. The piece suggests she feels prettier with the hat and would remove it if not for audience desire.
Boxboro reports thirty four new volumes added to the public library. A valentine dance is planned for February 13 in the hall. The Loyal Temperance region holds its annual meeting next Saturday at 2 pm. Local residents Mrs William Whittington Emery Mead and many school children are listed as sick. An entertainment by the Ladies circle drew attendees last Friday evening. Rev A B Peabody and Rev W R Buxton shared pulpits last Sunday with a small audience due to bad travel conditions. A missing child notice references a home life. Ad for One Minute Cough Cure targets croup relief from B Whinny Concord and Littlefield of West Aston.
The annual report to the Legislature shows 122 banks received 5.78 million dollars in dues and 1.24 million in interest while paying 60 thousand in premiums and 42 thousand in fines. Members saw 3.96 million returned as actual savings plus 780 thousand in profits. Shares issued 132,464 with 83,481 drawn and 13,870 retired.
Vienna dispatch confirms painter Michael Munkacsy is hopelessly insane after months of paralysis and a violent outburst at Godesburg. Doctors report increasing paralysis as he remains in the insane asylum at Eudenich.
Concord Junction residents report nearing lake ice 18 inches thick and social engagements for Andrew Finan with Miss Carrie Bryden and Wm A Empey with Miss Florence Wells. Officers installed at Hawthorne chapter O E S. A postmaster candidate Abial H Chase emerges amid local social and church notes. town events include minstrel rehearsals and a Sunday Union church anniversary.
Hudson residents are listed with illnesses and comings and goings. pneumonia affects Hamilton Lewis. families visit relatives. Apsley returns from Washington. horses and sleighing mark winter life. a fireman change at Mystic wharf. a funeral car carries Trinity commandery members. minor accident occurs during firefighting turnout.
Dr. C N Whitney and his wife plan to arrive from Brighton on Saturday and speak on temperance at the Congregational church Sunday afternoon to the Loyal Legion. They will also speak at the M E church Sunday evening and address an audience at Music Hall Monday evening.
Fragments show daily oyster reception at Central Market and carpentry and upholstery work by J Butterworth at Roberts House Summer Street Maynard. Also an ad touts One Minute Cough Cure as instant relief and safe recovery from coughs. Names B F Johnson Son Maynard C H Whitney Concord and H A Littlefield West Acton appear.
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