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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1904
Page
6
News reached Haleka that his son perished in the Norge disaster while his wife and younger child were rescued. Friends offered condolences as the family waited to reunite, amid the shock of the sinking.
Hudson Ernest Kidston resumes his duties with the American Express team on Monday. John McCarthy of Water Street, lately in New York City, has returned home. Miss Lillia Burke of Main Street visits relatives in Woonsocket for two weeks. Wilfred and Oscar Vincent of Nason Street stay with relatives in New Bedford for a week. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ambrose of Boston visit Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brennan on Bim Street. James P. Corcoran of Pope Street enjoys a two week rest from duties at the United States warehouse in Boston. Annie Collins to entertain Hudson high school's Class of 1901 at Broad Street next Monday. Edwin H. Hilton, father of Mrs. J. Edward Balcom of Maple Street, dies in Westboro from heart failure. Thomas F. Mahoney has interior work done by Joseph T. Merrigan. About 50 Daughters of Pocahontas lawn party at Miss Jennie Wilson’s home. Westboro ball team to play Hudson at Florence Street grounds Saturday. manager Ryan adds two new men. Mrs. Frank Gonverse, formerly of Hudson and now in Jersey City, visits the Mahoney home. Winnie McDermott, of Hudson House, returns from two weeks’ vacation. Katie Collins also begins a two week outing. Emeline Howe and Charles Whittaker attend the golden anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Blanchette in Marlboro. Blanchettes given gold with Miss Howe presenting speech.
Despite efforts by health boards and charitable groups, the death rate among poor urban children rises sharply in hot summer weather. The article notes likely cases of illness and emphasizes public health measures to protect vulnerable youngsters.
A column discusses why mail order houses fail to beat local merchants on value. It stresses that pricing alone does not sell goods and cites advertising as the key, warning against clever presentation and prejudice appeals while praising honest, distinctive local advertising that highlights cleanliness and the merchant’s individuality.
The piece explains advertising as a mental impact not just a cost. It argues the value lies in memory and perception, not ink or paper. A well known trademark becomes enduring property that capitalizes the advertiser’s investment.
An early ad note shows a grocer clearing stock by striking type offers a bargain on small oranges at a low price. The display drew customers and the shop interior looked fresh as if newly renovated, suggesting advertising and presentation boosted sales.
The couple renewed their vows at a Marlboro wedding followed by a dinner and a larg e monetary gift from Miss Emeline Howe of Hudson, granddaughter of the couple. A grand march closed the reception with Bird's orchestra providing music into the late evening. Charles Whitaker and Miss Howe led the line as guests danced.
Celebration greets L. P. Howe as a candidate for the Marlboro district. The Howe family’s campaigns and civic service are praised, with remarks on the father and son’s favorable relations with local political leaders and the community’s regard.
Louis P Howe entertained several newspaper men at his Bolton summer farm recently. The party traveled by car to Lancaster Clinton Boylston and Northboro, with a stop at the Old Rim in Lancaster. Guests praised the Bolton estate, calling it not many leagues from paradise.
Supt Maxham B Nash of Marlboro division Worcester and Boston St Ry and Miss Elizabeth Jane A collation served and a reception given by Mr and Mrs Nasi in Marlboro.
The proprietor Scally pleaded guilty in a Sherman House case on Monday afternoon. Evidence presented was scant and the trial lasted only a few minutes.
Francie Tee Gaetan purchases the homestead in Bolton. The deal includes the farm and buildings tied to the birthplace location as described in local records.
A boy was seen leaving a office with 30 cents in change after theft was noticed. He was found near the rear of the building and, after being told officers would be informed, admitted the 30 cent theft and was allowed to go.
The brief note says Mr and Mrs W H Sanders send their daughter Clara on a one month trip to Yarmouth and that she should get some sleep.
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