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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1896
Page
4
The piece notes ongoing conflicts and political commentary with references to ships, shipments, and leaders. It mentions insurgents approaching Habana, rough campaigns, and legislative tensions in Massachusetts. The tone blends war news with political critique and historical figures.
The Marlboro Enterprise reviews Mayor Bartlett's inaugural address noting a businesslike tone and concerns over city debt, highways, Lake Williams protection, sewerage beds, cemetery preservation, and a possible Lake Williams park. It commends the fire department, urges council action, and anticipates broad citizen approval and council implementation.
English descended rights advocate Dr Anna Howard Shaw inherited a protest against taxation without representation from her grandmother. She graduated from Boston University in 1878 and served as pastor in Massachusetts for 14 years. She earned an MD from Boston University while leading temperance and suffrage movements and held prominence in the Woman's Christian Temperance and Woman Suffrage associations.
Magdalene chapter in Maynard held an installation with W M Mrs Janie B Salisbury W P Thomas C Deniston A M Mrs S Lizzie Hodges sec Lizzie A Wilson treas Mrs Mary Hanna C Miss M Florence Fletcher A C Mrs Lida A Hart Adah Mrs Lottie C Connor Ruth Mrs Annie Whitehead Esther Mrs Sarah M Mullen Martha Mrs Louise H Long Electa Mrs Mary Flood chaplain Mrs Matilde Fiz organist Mrs Clara S Maynard warder Mrs Mary Abbie Clement sentinel Harris A Clement. The obligation was given by past Patron Frank H Salisbury and a quartet added to the evening's entertainment amid visitors including Calvin Simonds Hart Mizpah editor Ella Bigelow.
Waymard focals and hosiery items are advertised at Cleary and Wiles, with furniture prices at Leighton's in Darling's block. A Friday recital promises dramatic, pathetic and humorous costume acts with lighting. A girl is wanted for housework at The Enterprise office.
Leander Haynes a respected Sudbury native aged 85 died at his Brooks street home after a June stroke and a recent relapse. A former Sudbury selectman and general court member he hosted veterans with his wife and was active in the G A R. Funeral services will be held Saturday at his home as the community mourns a prominent war era figure.
The Assabet council Royal Arcanum officers were installed Monday evening by D. D. G. Regent Lock and suite of Leominster. A main hall program followed with speeches by G. R. David of Lowell W. G. Clark of Andover a Boston pianist Mr. O Connor and Marlboro duo Giblin and McGill. Regent P J Sullivan presided and James F E Sweeney delivered the closing remarks.
Maynard defeated Actons 4 to 2 in a Saturday football clash. Highlights included strong tackling by Charles Warren and solid center play from Maynard captain Charles Carter and Joseph Doherty. Lineup features Herbert Clark Jr, Fred H. Marsden, John W. Veitwibb, Clinton Messier, Anthony Hilferiy, Joseph Allen Jr, Albert A. Davis, Terrance J. Brady and others.
Fred A. Davis finished his engagement at Poor's dry goods store Saturday night. Christian Endeavorers held a union meeting in Temple half Sunday evening. Harry Winde of Winchester hosted a post office reception Saturday afternoon. January road bicycling seems unseasonable. Sidney Palmer from Boston vacationing two weeks at Hudson. Weather marks severity with roses and carnations. R. C. Dana left J. P. Clare & Son for Stowe factory as sorter. Captain Mamie Persons’ daughter will stay another year. captain seeks transfer to New England division of Salvation Army. A church report praises pastor and people in hearty sympathy and accord. A subscription from a Boston-area lady supports the paper’s anti-cruelty stance. Christian Scientists visited Boston and will hold Sunday services in G.A.R. lodge room. Hudson society grows. A whist club formed at Miss Irene Ballantyne’s home with several guests. Rev. Rackliffe prays for fellowship, calm national issues, and year-end peace. First rendition gift psalm drawn praise at Methodist church. second rendition well received. The agent for cruelty prevention to horses is needed in the village. Mr. Dudley’s duties complicate response. another officer would boost animal protection.
A vintage advertisement promises relief from all coughs and sleepless nights with One Minute Cough Cure. It cites sellers B F Johnson and Son in Maynard and C H Whitney in Concord with additional outlets including H A Littlefield in West Acton.
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