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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1908
Page
3
A long list of visitors and residents fill the week with social calls, guests from Boston, Worcester, New York, and Canada, college plans for Clarence Matkin and Henry Kelley, band concerts, field day preparations, and a fourth of July program. Local shops, schools, and churches note ongoing activities, including fireworks sales and Holy Communion celebrations.
Potter on the road to recovery in Cooperstown New York amid intense heat. Bishop Pottery Who, suffering from stomach trouble, shows marked improvement and physicians say he is practically out of danger.
A two week national heat surge peaked on Maynard Tuesday as temperatures neared 100 degrees. Outdoor work largely halted in the afternoon with several heat prostration cases reported, including a serious incident where Joseph Dineen collapsed while employed at the American Powder Co. Plant.
A compact portrait of James Watt as the pivotal figure who refined the steam engine. It notes Watt’s improvements including the independent condenser, governor, and gauges, and his long, devoted period of reform that earned royal patent recognition while contrasting with George Stephenson’s earlier inspiration. It also touches on a separate note about dancing at Grange meetings in New York, clarifying a reported ban by Maine State Master Stetson.
A passage argues it is proper to discuss political matters in grange meetings not as partisans but to consider welfare and agriculture. It condemns batch ballots for new members as unconstitutional and improper.
A July 4 St. Bridget’s parish picnic at the playgrounds survived showers and thunderstorms. Acton faced Walkover A C in a 9 inning baseball game won 7 to 6 after a late surge by the home team. A vaudeville show, sports for youths, and crowd-pleasing activities followed, raising parish funds despite damp conditions. Committees listed include James Mahoney, Dennis Sheehan, James J. Morgan, Sylvester Sullivan, and A J Coughlan.
The Atlantic fleet sailed from San Francisco led by Rear Admiral Sperry aboard the Connecticut. The 16 battleships, divided into four divisions, head for Honolulu, Manila, Yokohama, and a world circumnavigation with stops in New Zealand, Australia, and China. A grand reception plan awaits at every port, including Honolulu, Sydney, and Manila, with the voyage set to conclude back at Hampton Roads in 1909.
The Maynard lodge thanks all who helped make the cantata a success and invites participants and helpers to Odd Fellows hall on July 16 to express appreciation.
The Maynard night before passed off quietly with strong police presence and few incidents. One arrest, no property damage, minimal drunkenness, and a large sale of fireworks. lights briefly out but officers restored order quickly. Named officers George Smith, Fred Lawton, Inspector Edward Phillips, Robert Marsden, Sylvester Sullivan, Daniel Sullivan, Owen Duggan, Fred Axford, Robert Kelley, and Nicholas Driscoll assisted the regulars.
Gentleman's watch found by Windsor House on Main Street. apply to T. J. O'Donnell. Lost: Ladies gold watch with monogram E G C. Return to Elizabeth Carpenter on Main Street.
Three Annamite officers in Saigon Cochin China have been condemned to death for complicity in a plot to poison local garrison members. Two hundred soldiers sickened after drinking water indicated poisoning as the cause. In Philadelphia, police narrowed the murder case of Dr William H Wilson, removing Frederick Gies Jr from suspicion and tracing movements toward Boston.
Washington July 8 The comptroller of the treasury declares that the public printer may pay machine operators electrotypers and stereotypers more than 50 cents an hour without waiting for Congress to authorize an increase. The decision sets a direct pay authority for the government presses.
Marlboro and Maynard prepare for a Saturday baseball clash on Prospect Hill. Maynard manager Henry Gilroy has introduced Tufts pitcher Hall to face Marlboro, with Flavin of North Attleboro on the receiving end. Local stars Daly Dorchester high and McDevitt Northern league add depth as Maynard strengthens with O'Toole and German from South Framingham and other signings. The matchup aims to settle recent bragging rights between the rivals with both teams boasting seasoned infield and outfield talents.
Mammoth balloon ascensions by Rep. Lynch and brother drew large crowds Friday night. Two balloons, each 26 feet in circumference, were launched with careful handling and presented a handsome appearance. The ascent pointed toward the state house, signaling support for Hudson candidate allies.
Fire department kept on the alert all Friday night due to extreme dryness. No alarms were sounded during the night nor the following day as heavy showers later reduced fire danger. Miss Mary Mahon enjoys a vacation from duties at Christie's.
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