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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1917
Page
2
A scrambled OCR fragment lists a publication price for advance copies at $2.00 with postage included. It mentions Marlboro Mass and surrounding towns such as Maynard Sudbury Acton Bedford and an address 181 Main Street. Details are partial and unclear due to OCR errors.
Editorial praises the U S stand against Germany warning that only firm action will defend American honor and maritime rights. It argues no nation may dictate U S seas policy, condemns piracy outside the three mile limit, and calls for strong response to any further German aggression to prevent broader war.
The piece highlights a movement to use public schoolhouses as community centers and forums of citizenship. It notes endorsements by Roosevelt Taft and strong support from Wilson, citing his 1911 remarks as New Jersey governor at Madison Wisconsin on using simple means to unite people in common council through public buildings that serve as accessible, locally owned venues for civic discussion.
Reports confirm crews of interned German ships destroyed sea cocks and machinery to prevent use. Vessels in US ports, the Philippines, Hawaii, and other possessions suffered such damage that many will take a year to repair or recommission.
Timothy H. Murnane died Wednesday after a fall in the lobby of the Shubert Theatre in Boston. He was a longtime editor and familiar figure in American baseball journalism. Born in Naugatuck, he became a recognized voice whose articles shaped public opinion among enthusiasts nationwide.
A reaffirmation of avoiding war while defending national honor and citizens rights. The speaker urges restraint yet vows to protect freedom of speech, flag respect, and lawful rights globally, even if it requires war to defend justice and national standing.
The Dresden speech by Frederichi von Westrop urges German territorial gains and war indemnities to fund future clashes with England. The piece envisions a world congress to settle disputes, disband armies, police duty only, open seas, and equal rights for all nations as the path to lasting peace.
Schools promote home gardening to teach children life skills and plant culture. Local land resources can support productive gardens, offering healthy enjoyment and practical knowledge of plant care and pest control, with schools linking gardens to education and student profit.
Acton Bedford Concord and Maynard residents appear in probate items. Estates of John White, George W Holmes, Thomas Naylor, Thomas Naylor, Mary A Downey and others are clarified with valuations, real and personal assets, executors and bonds. Atty. Arthur T Johnson and Atty. Alfred E McCleary are noted in filings.
Mrs Hattie H Rafuse seeks ad ministratrix of Joseph Rafuse estate of Sudbury who died Jan 24 1917 with no valuation filed and heirs in Nova Scotia. Arthur M Whitcomb seeks administration of Bridget A M Ayers estate Pepperell with no valuation. Harry A Clark sued for 5000 by Edward Maki of Maynard for injuries from Dec 1 1916. Maki claims Kansanniva marriage to Maria Kansanniva ended in 1906 and desertion in 1908. Middlesex & Boston Street Railway Co sued for 5000 by Mary E Bollington of Billerica for Oct 21 1916 auto collision. Warren settles for 60 against American Powder Mills for Nov 18 1916 injury claim.
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