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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1901
Page
6
Maynard daily life items report visits by James Bent and Bert Akroyd, local hires, and business changes. Plans include a new Nason Street school oiling, electric road car arrivals, and a proposed west end town center within three years. A July 13 auction and a church union lawn meeting are noted along with weather and fire safety updates.
Work advances along the C M H St B R corridor with tracks laid from Concord to Maynard and electric wires strung. A bridge abutment at O Neils crossing near Hudson is under construction while delays linger on the Main street bridge and a Pittsburg shipped bridge awaits arrival. Motormen and conductors expected to join from Worcester and Clinton yards.
Morales a famed Weymouth pitcher faced Maynard at Concord Junction and struggled as Maynard bats broke through. The visitors rallied briefly but the Maynard defense and clouted hits, including a two bagger, sealed a clear win for Maynard with late scoring by Concord Junction only scoring in the eighth inning.
The report highlights Ward at shortstop and Billie Connor delivering strong fielding, with Mike Powers praised as a skilled thrower and batter for the Junction team. Matt Powers, Sweeney, and Castle contribute solidly, while Morgan earns praise for umpiring and Boylan for solid work as the score unfolds.
The Fosburgh murder case slated for July 22 in Pittsfield draws Maynard attention as Fosburgh and his brother James supervise a large mill contract for the American Woolen Co. He has lived in Maynard during the project, remaining in town amid local scrutiny while continuing work. Accompanied by his wife, Fosburgh left for Pittsfield to await the trial and is well regarded by subordinates who hope for his acquittal.
Mr and Mrs Edward Doherty were surprised Thursday night at Glenwood Street home by members of the DY WK club of which Doherty is a member and presented with an elegant coach. Arthur J Coughlin delivered the presentation speech but Doherty, overcome, did not respond with his usual witty remarks.
A new business venture Whitney and Rol launches in Maynard, expanding local commerce after acquiring Johnson Pharmacy months ago. The firm is building a thriving operation with plans for growth and community service.
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