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Concord Enterprise

Location

Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1908

Page

6

Fitchburg Postmaster C E B Wallace Reappointed After 36 Years

In Fitchburg the U S senate confirmed the renomination of C E B Wallace aged 48 as postmaster marking his fourth appointment to the role. He began as a clerk in 1872 and has served as assistant postmaster under Col G E B Goodrich and Gen J W Kimball with one break during Cleveland’s administration. Edgartown Manufacturing Co freezes 25 workers awaiting better business and braces production with their suspenders.

Fitchburg United States Senate C. E B. Wallace Col G. EB. Goodrich J. W. Kimball F.A. Currier Pres. Cleveland Shirley Edgarton Manufacturing Co Edgarton Corminkes Brace

Milford minister rails against Gretna Green marriages

Rev. S A Dyke of Milford's Baptist church condemns hasty nuptials to Providence. He argues marriage has enduring value from Adam and Eve to today and insists there should be no secret unions. He cites lasting relevance of wedlock despite modern trends.

Milford S. A. Dyke The Baptist Church Gretna Green Providence M. Dyke Garden of Eden

Framingham Faces fusion clash in town election

The Democratic town committee opposes fusion at the March 2 town election while both parties previously shared a nonpartisan ticket. The key issue is the liquor license vote, with a shift expected after years of a no license stance.

Framingham Democratic

Sherborn cider mill receives England order for cider

The Holbrook cider mill at South Sherborn has received an order from England for 500 barrels of cider.

Sherborn Holbrook Cider Mill South Sherborn England

Lexington and Bolton Street Railway Hikes Fares

Waltham reports the Lexington and Boston Street Railway will raise the unit fare from five to six cents. The move adjusts passenger costs as service continues.

Thayer and Elliott Clash Over College Sports Viewpoints

Worcester attorney Webster Thayer challenges President C W Elliott on college athletics arguing that more sports beyond rowing and tennis exist. He cites former Dartmouth players such as Cram Rundlett Proctor Sutcliffe Perry Matthewson to show athletics do not hinder professional success or intellect.

Worcester Webster Thayer Pres. C. W. Elliott Pres. Elliot Thayer Dartmouth Pres. Elliott Wan

Bolton Farmers and Mechanics to Hold Annual Turkey Supper

The Bolton association plans its February turkey supper while dropping the cattle show. The group has not yet joined the has beens and continues activity with new plans.

Bolton Bolton Farmers and Mechanics Association

Holliston Seeks Big Budget to Fight Brown Tail Moths

Residents of Holliston face a sizable expense to eradicate the brown tail moths, said to be most active there in the area and resisting persuasion to depart.

Holliston

Clinton Town Meeting Plans Street Light Municipal Ownership

An article notes Clinton's March town meeting will consider municipal ownership of street lights as a wartime demand.

Clinton

Charlton Town Seizes Unpaid Tax Land From Ben Fitts

Selectmen reveal Charlton owns 12 acres in the northeast, formerly Fitts property forfeited for taxes. Fitts had been cutting wood there, though officials say he had no right. Warning is issued that further cutting will provoke action Mr. Fitts will not like.

Miner Left Blasting Powder in Coal Car Found

John E. Gragson discovered a can of blasting powder while unloading a coal car in Brookfield. He believes it was left by a careless miner, raising concern over safety and handling of explosives.

Brookfield John E. Gragson Bragson

Westboro Charity Visit to Lyman School Noted

Westboro residents witnessed the annual committee on charitable institutions visit to the Lyman school on Friday as Mrs. Susan Cab...

Westboro Committee On Charitable Institutions Lyman School Susan Cab

Hopedale Draper Works Jobs Denial Sparks Tension

Ot Lyman a member of the board of trustees was injured alighting from a train on the way to the institution requiring a physician. Milford Italians deny claims they enriched bosses for work at the Draper works in Hopedale.

Ot Lyman Board of Trustees Hopedale Milford

Andrew Kennedy Finds Indian Tomahawk While Plowing

Lancaster resident Andrew Kennedy unearthed an Indian tomahawk while plowing his field. He initially mistook the artifact for a stone.

Lancaster Andrew Kennedy

Leicester to Add Warrant Authorizing Speed Law Enforcement

A town meeting warrant will authorize the selectmen to enforce automobile speed limits. The note mentions Auto Jim Quinn and Hyves in the context of this local traffic control measure.

Leicester Jim Quinn Hyves

Flood Damages Hamilton Woolen Co Property in Globe Village

Southbridge canal overflow flooded Globe Village Saturday causing damage to the Hamilton Woolen Co property. The high water affected several nearby structures as residents reported rising waters and spillover into the mill area.

Southbridge Globe Village Hamilton Woolen C

Grafton Constable James Carney Seeks Re Election

James Carney a Grafton constable for 40 years runs again stating he is able to nab lawbreakers and is ready to arrest anyone who breaks the law. He notes younger officers may hesitate to speak out.

Grafton James Carney Carney

No License Campaign Endorsed by St John T A M A Society

At a Sunday meeting the St John T A M A society voted to wage a no license campaign and appropriated $100 for the effort. Rev John T Mullen of Hudson will speak at a rally to be held either Sunday evening Feb 16 or March 2.

Clinton St. John T. A. & M. A. Society John T. Mullen D. D Hudson

Debate on whether a man should marry by a set age

Worcester reports the Brendan club will debate on February 22 with sheep separated from goats over the duty to marry at a certain life age. The topic asks if a man must wed by a certain age regardless of business success. Singles oppose marriage, while married women argue no excuse to delay sharing life’s joys and sorrows.

Worcester Brendan Club

Athol business men petition Beatty to withdraw resignation

Athol leaders urge Chief Patrick J. Beatty to stay after he said he wished to finish up. Since his announcement a town petition has circulated, gaining signatures from residents who once opposed an outsider, praising his work and leadership.

ATHOL Patrick J. Beatty Beatty Police Department

Miss Jane Mitchell Elected to Supervise Physical Culture

Miss Jane Mitchell of Detroit was chosen by the state board of education to supervise physical culture at Fitchburg Normal school. She has an offer to teach fencing in a new Italian school in Italy.

Fitchburg Jane Mitchell Detroit Mich State Board of Education Fitchburg Normal School Italy

Milford Elks hold annual concert at town hall

Milford residents prepare for the Elks Lodge annual concert on April 29 at Milford town hall. Phil J. Burke leads the invitations committee and oversees event planning.

Milford

Sunday school to become department of Congregational church

Grafton reports the Sunday school, 43 years as a distinct group, voted to join the Congregational church as a department. The church will meet Friday evening to formally accept the Sunday school and elect a superintendent.

Grafton Congregational Church T Veof

Oxford Tax Dues Spark State Alarm Over Small Shortfall

In Oxford Massachusetts a minor financial dispute drew state concern as the town owed 25 cents to the commonwealth. The episode arose when the town collected 650 from liquor licenses but did not remit from a $1 druggist license, prompting the state to press the issue.

Oxford Massachusetts

Plumbers and Steamfitters Endorse State Examiner Bill

The South Framingham state convention of plumbers and steamfitters met Sunday. It endorsed the bill before the state senate to provide for state examiners but took no other action to distinguish plumbers from other groups.

South Framingham State Senate

Worcester rag businessman Henry Stean dies at 77

Henry Stean who sang a ragtime line for 35 years and owned 70 tenement houses in Worcester East died Monday. A Worcester native, he lived there 50 years and built wealth through the rag business. In Ware, Rep John Schoomaker filed a bill to pension policemen and firemen after 25 years of service.

Worcester Henry Stean England Ware John Schoomaker

Wal tham & Lexington fare hike faces opposition

Public disapproves of raising the street railway fare from five to six cents. Edward Payson Weston's walking advocacy gains support among former riders. Mayor Walker pledges effort to persuade the company and may bring the case to the railroad commissioners.

Waltham—As Waltham & Lexington Edward Payson Weston Walker

Milford Shoe Co. declares six percent dividend at annual meeting

Dennis E. Buckley, foreman of the lasting department at Hockings Temple shoe factory, resigns to take a similar post in St. Louis. Milford Shoe Co. announces a six percent dividend on stock at its annual meeting held Monday.

Milford Dennis EE. Buckley Hockings & Temple St. Louis Milford Shoe Co

Thayer Woolen Co Resumes 40 Hour Week In Oxford

Oxford factory Thayer Woolen Co. resumes operations on a 40 hour schedule after a pause. Production shifts return to standard hours as the plant reopens Monday.

Oxford Thayer Woolen Co

Simmons Co. Declares Twelfth Dividend After Profit Sharing Plan

A jewelry firm, Tattleboro T. F. Simmons Co., announced its 12th dividend with about $5900 distributed Tuesday. The plan to share profits with workers began years ago and has proved successful as the firm reports a large number of orders.

Attleboro T. F. Simmons Co

Republicans Plan Direct Campaign At Municipal Election

Leicester report says the Republican town committee votes to take politics straight for the upcoming municipal election while the Democratic side indicates no action.

Leicester Republican Town Committee

Gardner Postmaster George L Minott Reappointed

Postmaster George L. Minott of Gardner was informed Monday that he had been re appointed as Gardner postmaster. This marks the sixth appointment for Minott in ten years, a record reflecting frequent shifts and changes at the Gardner post office.

Gardner George L. Minott Minott

Ice at Eagle Lake Shrinks Three Inches in Warm Spell

Jefferson report notes Eagle Lake ice declined by three inches during a warm spell. The Walker Ice Co. continues to harvest ice from the lake amid the thinning supply.

Jefferson Eagle Lake Walker Ice Co

Fire destroys McCausland property in Weston

Weston fire consumes the house, barn and buildings of George G. McCausland vice president of the First National Bank Boston. Damages estimated at twelve thousand dollars.

Weston George G. McCausland First National Bank Boston

Broadway Dream Ends in Police Station Stop

George Raymond 18 fled home to see Broadway lights but found only the steamship and a police station. A dock officer nabbed him when the boat arrived and escorted him to the station.

Webster George Raymond Broadway Young George

Prominent Speakers Address Ashbury Temple in Ashbury

Three notable speakers addressed large crowds at Ashbury Temple Sunday. Rev Dr Franklin of the American University spoke on Christian Education in the morning. At 3 pm J B Lewis of Reading discussed Our Country the Land of God in its Development. In the evening Dr Stokes spoke on India.

Waltham Ashbury Temple Dr. Franklin American University At Washington J. B. Lewis Reading Land of God Dr. Stokes India

Weather Prophet Predicts Snowstorms For February

Weather Prophet Charles Steele warned that 35 storms would come this winter. Ten have occurred so far and he forecast 25 more, with February bringing enough snow in Massachusetts to draw attention.

Brookfield Charles Steele Steele Massachusetts

Webster man unsettled by a suspected bomb on doorstep

Abraham Lattrex of Oxford Avenue believed he found a bomb Sunday. He worried he would be blown up and caused wide neighborhood alarm as residents observed the scene with rising tension until help arrived.

Escape at Gardner-Gardner lockups shocks locals

A drunk inmate escaped from a detainer at Gard ner while another inmate nearly freed himself at West Gardner as an officer arrived just in time to stop the break. The incidents highlight how easy it is to slip from the old fashioned cages.

Gardner—Gardner Gardner West Gardner Houdini

Morse Possible Delegate for Fourth District at Chicago

Walter B. Morse of Marlboro may be a Republican National Convention delegate from the Fourth district when the Chicago meeting gathers in June. Morse has served as Marlboro mayor for three straight years and is regarded as a strong chief executive. His popularity in Marlboro and across the district could unite delegates from the Highland City. if he runs for national delegate, he would likely receive broad district backing.

Chicago Walter B. Morse Marlboro Morse Highland City

Marlboro High Defeats Concord In Fast Basketball Battle

Marlboro High beat Concord 25 to 15 in Concord Tuesday night. Arm strong and J Ward led Marlboro with multiple baskets while Young starred for Concord. Fouls were charged to Meader Armstrong Cronin and Ward. Referee French. Timers Lenox Lynch. Attendance about 150.

Marlboro High Marlboro Concord Concord High Armstrong J. Ward Young Concord Collins If Lanigan Armstrong Adams Cronin Lenox Meader C. Ward Collins Cronin Lanigan Concord School French of Lynch

Mines and Miners of Gold and Copper Lecture

The Marlboro Society of Natural History will hold a free lecture at the High School Assembly Hall on Friday February 7 at 730 PM. Elizabeth Fisher of Wellesley College will discuss copper and gold mines. She has studied Ural Alaska Butte Montana and northern Arizona and is regarded as an engaging speaker.

Marlboro Society of Natural History Elizabeth F. Fisher Wellesley College Miss Fisher Ural Mountains Alaska Butte Montana Arizona

Diablo Poem of Frustration and Transformation

A poem about a diabolo mishap and obsession as an object of fascination. The speaker recalls failed attempts to juggle the diabolo, quirky mishaps with a mirror and ear, and hints at renaming the toy next year with a punning twist. The verse explores temper, wonder, and eventual mockery.

How Her Life Was Saved When Bitten by a Large Snake

Mrs. K. M. Fisher of Dillsburg Pennsylvania recalls a copperhead bite on August 29 1906. Isolated from medical aid she used Sloan's Liniment which relieved pain and she credits it with saving her life. She is mother of four and remains loyal to the remedy.

K. M. Fisher Box 40 Dillsburg Sloan

Lynn union forms for moving picture machine operators

Lynn workers formed a new union on Sunday for the moving picture machine operators. The article notes there were no dues mentioned in the new organization.

Lynn Moving Picture Machine

Pallium Investiture Marks New Era for New England Church

Cardinal Gibbons invest Archbishop O Connell with the pallium at Boston Holy Cross Cathedral in a ceremony attended by state and city leaders. The rite, tracing to the fourth century, confers Rome's authority and signals a new era for the Catholic church in New England.

Boston William H. O'Connell Cardinal Gibbons Cathedral of the Holy Cross New England Peter Rome Terre di Specchi St. Peter Carroll Baltimore Williams Washington Street Governor Guild Hibbard O’connell Lawrence F. Kearney Dominican Fathers of Washington

Governor Smith Declines Senate Bid to Seek Second Term

Atlanta Jan 29 Governor Smith announces he will not seek the United States Senate seat to replace Senator Clay and will instead run for a second term as governor to finish the work promised in his platform.

Atlanta Smith United States Senate Clay

Scuffle Suspected in Vermont Murder Case

A body of a man about 25 was found in Swanton Vermont with a cord tied around his neck and a stick to tighten it. Authorities suspect strangulation after a sleigh malled to the scene and drag marks through snow suggest an attack in a lonely wood road.

Ing St. Albans Swanton Charles Greenleaf Jere

Alaska caribou herd crosses Yukon river migration East

The largest herd of caribou ever seen in Alaska is crossing the Yukon river and migrating southward to escape extreme cold. Reports from U S survey workers in Alaska indicate more than 100000 caribou have crossed the stream and moved into the Yukon mountains in the lower territory.

Seattle Alaska Yukon River Arctic United States Survey Yukon Territory

Death of Cardinal Richard Paris in Paris

Cardinal Richard Archbishop of Paris dies after long illness linked to church government clash. Born Nantes 1819. Cardinal faced health decline after confrontation between church and state, fulfilling papal wishes to resist government actions.

Paris Richard Cardinal Nantes

Tobacco Prohibition Resolution Introduced in New York

A campaign to ban tobacco use by minors was advanced in the New York board of aldermen with a resolution prohibiting dealers from selling or giving cigars cigarettes or tobacco to anyone under 18 years. The measure was referred to the appropriate committee.

New York Board of Aldermen

Sanders Leads in Louisiana Democratic Gubernatorial Primary

New Orleans reports steady gains for J. Y. Sanders in statewide returns. Early tallies show Sanders leading T. B. Wilkinson by about three to two, suggesting Sanders will win the primary and secure the Louisiana governorship at April elections.

New Orleans J. Y. Sanders Louisiana T. 8 Wilkinson

Tariff Revision Planned by Chicago Commerce Group

The Chicago Association of Commerce says a leading industrial committee will meet in Washington on February 3 to urge tariff revision without political interference after the next presidential election.

Chicago Chicago Association of Commerce Washington

Steel Corporation Posts Record 1907 Earnings

United States Steel reports for the quarter ending December 31, 1907, showing net earnings of 32,553,995 and a 1907 annual total of 160,984,477, the largest in the company’s history.

Steel Corporation New York United States Steel Corporation

Portugal After Agitators In Lisbon Arrests Emerge

Antonio Almeida the former Republican deputy is under arrest charged with spreading anti government propaganda. Costa another former deputy has fled the country to evade imprisonment on similar charges. The country remains calm.

Portugal Lisbon Antonio Almeida Costa

Getting Cruiser Into Shape

The armored cruiser North Carolina will make its third trial off the Chesapeake cape on February 15. Builders plan valve adjustments to ensure a successful outcome.

Washington North Carolina Chesapeake Cape

Boston Restaurateur Tragedy Affects Local Merchant

Albert Nason aged 57 tea and coffee salesman died after choking during a meal in a Boston restaurant. J. A. Hendrie & Bro., Boston caterers, filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition showing liabilities of 30 038 dollars. The Eagle Brewing Co of Providence announced a price increase effective February 1, adding 50 cents per barrel to ale lager beer and porter.

Albert Nason Boston J. A. Hendrie & Bro Eagle Brewing Company of Providence

Mule heels and bets prompt wary caution note

A Washington Post line notes that even when a man clears a fence with a loaded gun one should not assume safety. The piece warns against overconfidence and suggests caution in judging risk and outcome.

Washington Post

The Difference Upgardson Weekus Dialogue

A playful exchange quotes Upgardson and Weekus with a phonograph analogy. The Chicago Tribune line suggests a satirical tone on talking and repetition.

Upgardson Weekus Chicago Tribune

It Improves a Girl's Logics Immensely to Be Rich

A brief quote from the New York Press notes that wealth is linked to improved reasoning in women. The remark reflects era attitudes toward gender and intellect.

New York Press

Columbus Nine to Feature Incoming Star Cast Of American Association

Chadbourne joins Columbus after stints with Worcester New England league and Boston Americans. Hayden facedHobe Ferris's ire while with the Boston Americans. Congalton also a former Boston American set to hit in Columbus's batting order. Donahue trains in Northboro re remaining light weight. fights Kirby at Lawrence then heads to Frisco. Knotts moves from Worcester to Harrisburg in the Tri-Lake league. doubt remains on Boston teams' demand.

Chadbourne Worcester New England Boston American Columbus Nine American Association Hayden Hobe Ferris Boston Americans Congalton Young Donahue Highland Athletic Club Harry Gath Northboro Young Kirby Lawrence Frisco Joe Knotts Worcester Harrisburg Knotts Boston

Moran Signs 1908 Contract With Chicago National League

Patrick J. Moran of Fitchburg has accepted a 1908 deal from Pres. C. W. Murphy of the Chicago National League club. Moran will begin spring training at West Baden Indiana and hopes to avoid medical issues after an injury last season. He expects to catch the game of his life in the coming season behind Johnny Kling.

Patrick J. Moran Fitchburg Pres

Jesse Burkett Announces Worcester Pennant Bid Again

Jesse Burkett arrives with a crowd referring to as broilers and declares Worcester will again fly the New England League pennant after winning two championships.

Jesse Burkett Worcester

Flaherty Praised at Cushing Academy for Basketball Skills

Edward Flaherty of Cushing Academy has emerged as a standout in basketball with praise for the team’s quality. He plans to join the baseball program next season and aims to pitch well to satisfy supporters. Flaherty is described as an all around athlete with speed, seen as capable of sprinting success with proper training.

Edward Flaherty Cushing Academy Flaherty Marlboro Can

Morse Plans Baseball Magazine for Next Season

J C Morse formerly baseball editor of the Boston Herald prepares to issue a baseball magazine next season. He has long experience and a broad fund of knowledge about baseball and is described as square as a brick. Good luck to Morse and similar fellows.

J.C. Morse The Boston Herald Morse Jake

Stankard Signs With Springfield Nine For Next Season

Fred Stankard, stopping at his old home in Waltham this winter, signed with the Springfield Connecticut league nine for the coming season. A former Holy Cross player, he later joined Pittsburg and has been with Springfield for several years. He is a fine hitter and versatile player.

Fred Stankard Waltham Springfield Connecticut Stankard Holy Cross Pittsburg

Local figures mill about baseball and boxing in New England

Bobby Moore now clerking at Williams tavern engages in local baseball matters and Marlboro league talks. Charley Farrell began playing alongside Moore. Johnny Burdick finishes training at Harry Gath's in Northboro and plans to box in St Marks School Southboro, offering lessons to students.

Bobby Moore Williams Tavern Bobby Charley Farrell Johnny Burdick Harry Gath Northboro St. Mark’s School Southboro

Marlboro Player Ed Loughlin to Coach Newton Nine

Edward Loughlin who played with the Marlboro baseball nine last season will coach the Newton high school nine in the coming spring.

Edward Loughlin Marlboro Baseball Newton High School

Marlboro-Maynard Basket Game Leaves Tim Horan Bumping

Tim Horan thrilled Marlboro fans with high scoring against Maynard but endured bruises from the rough game. He stayed in Marlboro a couple of days then traveled to Worcester to recover wearing bandages and rest for a couple of weeks.

Tim Horan Maynard Marlboro Worcester

Cobb Aides Demand Pay In Detroit Baseball Row

President Navin of the Detroit American League team says Cyrus Cobb will receive no special privileges for joining the nine next year. Cobb asks $5,000 annually and believes he has convinced Navin to grant his modest request. If any player earns $6,000 annually, that man is Cobb.

Navin Cyrus Cobb Cyrus Pres Cobb

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