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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1894
Page
4
A fragment discusses the commodity market price and purchasing power of the dollar, noting its changing value across districts. It mentions longstanding local papers Worcester Spy and Telegram and a political reference to Governor Greenhalge and Boss McKane, hinting at media rivalry.
The Drawbaugh Telephone Co indicates it desires to operate in the state. It suggests merging with Bell Co if noncompetitive, but urges staying out if competition would arise.
John E. Russell did not seek the Boston collectorship but offers support and labor for his friends, balancing personal position with favored duties.
The Associated Press banquet in Chicago showcased broad national representation, reflecting extensive coverage across the country. Attendees from multiple regions highlighted the reach and influence of the event.
A St Cloud youth in Paris pursued a girl from a respectable family and sought an introduction to her widowed mother. The mother claimed the father—a convict—demanded 10 000 francs as condition for consent. He paid, then the widow and daughter vanished. police pursue them per London News.
The Second Regiment of Dragoon Guards rode from Tempelhof to Dresden with a message for the King of Saxony. Count von Wedel endured a 22 hour ride over blocked routes and icy roads to avoid a hostile army. He fainted after delivering the message. a sergeant remained steadier throughout the ordeal.
The steam fishing boat James Woodall owned by C. F. Russell of Irvington will sail from Baltimore to Florida to catch a load of fish. Previously active in the Chesapeake Bay and Rappahannock River, she will meet fish off Florida’s coast and accompany them north. Provisions prepare for a long stay and the crew will endure all weather. The catch will be salted on board for use in Russell’s fertilizer factory on the Rappahannock.
Philadelphia Record reports police officers in Manayunk study the Bible after a canvasser sold volumes to them. Each roll call requires a quoted passage, with Lieutenant Allison as spiritual director. officers who recite correctly receive a blue merit ticket.
During a cold snap the Horseshoe Lough at Pecatonica froze deeply trapping fish in the ice. As the ice thawed thousands of fish protruded from the surface and some bottom fish revived after briefly being in cold water.
A Maynard gathering featured piano solos by Robert Carter, cornet pieces by John W. Veitch, songs by Samuel Lawton and Geo. Jameson. A cooperative hall supper followed and attendees returned to the lodge rooms for festivities lasting until after midnight.
The year’s school costs total 8488.12 with allocations to teachers salaries janitor and truant officer repairs sundry expenses coal and wood and books and supplies. An additional 310.77 financed furnishing the main hall. Poor department spending includes Town farm bills 478.24 sundry expenses 136.35 state institutions 996.85 outside aid 1048.04 total 3659.48.
Local items report Minnie rt’s homecoming from Carlisle and various society events in West Acton including union conventions at First Congregational Church and temperance league meetings. Also noted are buyings, sales, birthdays, a party at the Derby residence, a Maple family wedding, and Concord Junction church notes with services and activities.
To Let a new six room tenement rent reasonable Apply to the Maynard Ice Cream Co. Rice 6 cts coffee 20c 50 ct tea 45 cts 40 ct tea 30 cts 12 ct Raisins 8 cts Potatoes 20 cts peck Bag Best Flour 6oc Fresh Camel's Hump Creamery Butter 28 cts at Russell's. Get a home in Florida See Russell about land cheap. M E Sheehan agent for Houghton's express Maynard to Hudson Wheeler's express Maynard to Marlboro All orders left with him attended to. To Let House and barn on Brooks street Maynard Apply to J A Robertson East Walpole Mass A good variety of children's aprons homemade at reasonable prices Cleary & Williams millinery rooms
A Constellation of the Gem of Photographic Art presents 26 portfolios showcasing the world and its wonders. The World and Its People by Sunlight delights the eye and mind, drawing widespread reader acclaim and eager demand as thousands have already been distributed.
A fragment notes a prize named Portfolio No. 14 promising an extra week of travel in foreign lands. The text lacks context on issuer condition, eligibility, or scope. No further details are readable to confirm sponsors or dates.
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