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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1897
Page
4
The text notes a Yale professor famed in athletics arguing Cornell is not in Yale's class. It suggests some Cornell professors may share the sentiment. It also mentions rain harming grass and hay, and remarks on frequent telephone users being deafened and their voices sharpened.
The appointment of T. W. Powderly as commissioner of immigration is welcomed by supporters though it may ruffle the present head of the Knights of Labor and please the former chief.
The text notes that the Glorious Fourth will not fall on a Sunday again until 1909 and mentions a new generation of children to celebrate. It also explains that 1900 not being a leap year helps keep the Fourth and Sunday apart.
A brief note urges cyclists to avoid sidewalk riding and to verify that police are aware of the Acts and Resolves of 1894 chapter 479 before indulging in the sport.
The Free Press and Tribune of Waltham consolidate into the Free Press Tribune with Editor Starbuck directing editorial and R B Somers serving as business manager. The merger aims to create a stronger newspaper serving the region.
A Leominster street railway man projects a two year timetable for an electric line from Greenfield to Boston. Planned connections include Turners Falls to Athol, Orange to Gardner, Gardner to Fitchburg, Clinton to Hudson, and Marlboro to South Framingham. Franchises are sought and preparations may start next summer. Clinton Item.
Senator John R. Thurston of Nebraska, delegate at large to the Sons of Veterans national encampment, may name Charles K. Darling for commander in chief. Both men hail from Vermont, yet have earned honor in other states. Darling’s election would please Sons in this region given his reputation as a longtime organizer.
A Hartford Courant reader asks about reserved end seats in trolley cars and complaints after climbing over a man. The paper notes no cases of end seat holders relinquishing space, but observes end seats often become two when others leave. It warns the worst seat comes from entering by the occupant and trampling others, urging the occupant to move up oneself only when necessary.
The ex speaker Von Meyer plans to run for the senate representing Essex Gloucester Hamilton Ipswich Manchester Newbury Newburyport Rockport Rowley and Wenham. The Haverhill Gazette urges local papers to recall his libel bill actions and press Newburyport for a strong candidate to oppose him.
A Boston lawyer recalls a Cornish client remarking that the name Hannah Cook carries little value while legends of Hannah Cook as a despised Cape Cod figure or New Hampshire old maid circulate. The note hints at regional lore and attitudes toward the name.
A Beverly Times ad encourages consistent advertising to capture share of business. It argues that continuous promotion prevents hard times and ensures a steady flow of customers, suggesting that waiting for others reduces potential gains.
The speaker asserts General Mathews of the First brigade is the senior commanding officer, noting Bridges resigned months ago and Mathews has seen active service while other likely electees have not. He argues the First brigade deserved the line of command for years.
Hugh Maynard property sold Saturday to Mrs. Rouse of Sudbury for 1850. Joseph Brown visits Springfield relatives. Annie Pettigrew heads to Lakeview for Chautauqua. Thomas Ryans injures a finger and is treated by Dr. Rich. Maynard vs Lincolns baseball ends 9 to 7 in favor of Maynard. Rev. Merrill Blanchard improving after Green Mountain sojourn. Denniston, Rodan, Marsden circle Nantasket on century run. Hartman family on vacation at Salem Willows. Mrs. Sunderland temporarily fills Hartman’s home.
Rev W A Evans of Maplewood preached at the Congregational church on bearing one another's burdens as a path to fulfilling Christ's law. He urged self denial as starting point of Christian life and highlighted brotherly love and the Good Samaritan as key examples of love and charity. Congregation gave close attention to the message.
Local notices advertise upholstery and furniture repair by J Butterworth at Roberts house Summer street. Morris and Sperling offer made to order suits and cleaning. W Marshall promotes bicycles and sundries on Nason street. J T Foote advertises an express wagon and horse shoeing. Freedburg and Carts cut suit and pants prices for July August. Harriman Brothers seek a housekeeper with experience in Maynard.
Advertising copy claims Bucklen's Arnica Salve is the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions and that it cures piles with a money back guarantee. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by B. F. Johnson & Son in Maynard and Jno. C. Friend in Concord.
In Pawtucket Brockton edged 13 to 5 as Batteries Pittinger Shea Todd Buelow supported the win. New Bedford fell to 19 as Miller J Connor Christ Day Murphy led Buffalo. Taunton Newport contest shows strong pitching, while Springfield beat Buffalo 2 to 0 in a separate Eastern League note.
Multiple items: the Old Orchard kite track hosts the season's first race. Annapolis gunboat commissioned in Brooklyn. Ladies' Catholic Benevolent association holds a Chicago Steinway hall convention with about 300 attendees. Kid McCoy and Tommy Ryan set Sept 8 bout at 168 pounds. a Maine amateur baseball league forms with Saccarappa Cumberland Mills South Portland Ligonia and Portland. French senate passes direct taxes and 7,000,000 franc naval credit. Montevideo reports 22 day armistice between insurgents and government. Ramirez proposed as presidential candidate. Fram to explore western Greenland under Captain Sverdrup with Dr Nansen planning English American geologist tour.
The Sudbury community discusses New England Chenautau meetings at Lakeview and tax rates of 13 per 1000. Reports praise a promising peach crop, a reconstructed Methodist building, and a booming greenhouse industry led by Henry N. Eaton. A cycle accident in Milton Perry leaves him in precarious condition after a collision near Saxonville.
Somerville Citizen offers cooling tips for riders and horses on hot days. A lemonade recipe uses lemon juice water and sugar with ice placed under the container. Practical advice suggests cooling a horse with water soaked cloth and slow driving plus small tips for feeding and care.
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