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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1897
Page
4
The article notes a ground switch by the steel rail trust amid local opposition to the B. Martin ball. It hints arrests for drunkenness dropping in Boston since Francis Murphy began his temperance work, suggesting his influence on public order.
A compact history of Crete from ancient Phrygians and Pelasgians to Ottoman rule and Greek annexation. Key events include Roman incorporation in 67 B C, Saracen conquest in 823, Crusader transfer in 1204, Venetian losses in 1669, Egyptian viceroy control in 1830, restoration to the Porte in 1841, and major uprisings in 1858 and 1866. The 1869 treaty closed the Greek-British clash.
Rumors circulate that Congressman Apsley and Congressman McCall may seek the Massachusetts governorship after Governor Wolcott's term. McCall has been re elected to the next Congress while Apsley declined renomination for business reasons. Friends expect a strong push from both sides once Wolcott leaves office, promising a lively contest.
Robert P. Porter urges in the New York Sun that the next congress adopt a permanent tariff with fixed rates and specific duties. He argues tariffs should be high enough to offset wage differences, protect U.S. industry and labor, and be fair to all branches, with no discrimination.
A Milford Journal report relayed via The Enterprise describes a Weary Willie who asks for food in exchange for woodworking. He agrees to cut wood after being fed, but a note on the saw horse says to tell them you saw me but you did not see me saw.
Boston trade representatives in Washington state that the shoe and leather industries should be left alone. Shoemaking has long enjoyed protection and now claims it has matured to defy competition. The industry is content with current conditions and believes it has cause to protect its gains.
The piece extols the newspaper as the vital link between merchants and shoppers. It argues ads reach up-to-date citizens and position the paper as guide and salesman, bridging sellers and buyers and driving commercial success.
The Fitchburg exchange mocks Worcester as a home for weak minded people. The Worcester Telegram and Fitchburg Mail reference a satirical dispute on city reputations and editorials.
A Roxbury Gazette item reports a Jamaica Plain young woman who fled home after writing 700 words about a conservatory. Her mother had requested she bake three loaves of bread from flour.
The Republican town committee held a meeting last Wednesday evening selecting F. H. Salisbury as chairman James F. Sweeney as secretary and C. D. Holmes as treasurer for the local party group.
The Royal Arcanum assemblies in this town drew increasing crowds from 125 guests to 226 by February 11. Music, dancing, and whist provided entertainment while the grand march highlighted by Regent Sullivan and Mrs Lawton drew praise. Assabet council has donated over 15,000 to deceased brothers’ families and sustains a strong general fund.
A lively temperance program filled the M. E. church and Music hall with large audiences as Dr. C. N. Whitney of Boston and his wife spoke on intemperance and its evils. Local saloon opponents grow, voters go to the polls with eyes open, and Maynard may carry no license again under an efficient selectmen.
The note extends heartfelt thanks to friends for sympathy and kindness after a bereavement. Appreciation is given to those who sent flowers and to the singers who performed. The message is signed by Mr and Mrs Jas He Malainson, Maynard, dated February 15, 1897.
Maynard Leens offers fresh oysters daily at Central Market. Butterworth Roberts advertise upholstering and furniture repair services from their Summer Street address.
Hudson Mrs C A Packard attends funeral of her uncle Willian Priest at Winter Hill Monday. Mr and Mrs Joseph Walker travel to Boston Friday due to death of Walker's sister. Edith Taylor fifth grade teacher on School Street ill Friday prompting school to close. Snowplow on electric road Friday night keeps cars on schedule. Miss Mary Gay slips on ice Sunday injuring her head requiring stitches.
A torpid liver brings bad complexion breath and headaches. To avoid these, take DeWitts Little Early Risers the famous little pills. Sold by B F Johnson Son Maynard C H Whitney Concord and H A Littlefield West Acton.
Local items report Mrs Browning improving while Mrs McAllister remains ill and Officer Browning stays home. A library delivery ends this month and Hawthorne chapter OES held a large installation with new officers including Emma Gale and Justin Ford. Visitors came from Westfield Fitchburg Marlboro Maynard Concord and Augusta. Union Church notes accompany the town roundup.
J R Hartwell, long time Fitchburg division superintendent, reconsiders his Friday resignation and will accept the assistant superintendency of the tunnel and Fitchburg divisions with headquarters at Fitchburg. The move follows division consolidations to two, maintaining all duties and salary. Hartwell, 43 years in Fitchburg service, recalls his career from brakeman to division superintendent and praises the road and community support.
Sunday morning service at 10 30, Sunday school at 11 30, Y P S C E at 6, evening service at 7, prayer meeting Tuesday at 7 30. Mrs Joyce offers men's and boys gloves and mittens at low prices. Josef Kulcsar offers chimney materials ready to fill all orders.
Judges McIntire and Lawton of the Middlesex probate court approve the Cambridge registry of deeds office to be brick and sandstone, three stories high, 175 by 250 feet, fireproof, on land bounded by Cambridge Otis Second and Third streets. Land costs 210000 and building about 270006. Work starts after contracts awarded. foundation stones laid but line may change due to legislative intervention.
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