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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1917
Page
2
Offion entered as second class matter August 25 1903 at the Marlboro Post Office Mass under the act of March 8 1879 Subscriptions in advance two dollars otherwise
A wartime appeal outlines the need to raise 2 billion dollars in four months through Liberty Bonds. It urges citizens and states to subscribe, highlighting projections by state, the bonds’ safety, tax exemptions, and potential gains if the war lasts or ends soon, framing investment as aid to humanity and peace.
Russia faces potential destruction of industry as workers press for higher wages amid an eight hour day rollout. Manufacturers struggle to raise prices and supply, risking riots and mill damage while free Russia lacks organized industrial or political means to manage the upheaval.
The text contrasts the U S Constitution's people sovereignty with the German empire under princes. It argues autocratic rule breeds insurrection and socialism, predicting a postwar shift to self-government and ending monarchies. It cites Prussia's class-based franchise and 1903 elections to illustrate limited suffrage and lack of representation.
The piece argues against mob violence over hats during national tunes and defends free speech and religious freedoms. It condemns forced hat removal and praises those who keep hats on as true patriots, citing biblical and constitutional notions of liberty and protection from mob violence.
The article notes speculators drove flour to 18.00 per barrel amid fears of government price controls and a large southern harvest. It says millions profited before flour prices fell as the government moves to regulate prices and a big wheat crop nears. Some hold flour above cost, hoping to profit further, while the season advances and prices ease.
Concord residents seek adoption of Harold Berry and name change to Harold Bowers with June 20 return date in Cambridge. Several divorces filed for cruelty, desertion, and intoxication with child custody requests noted. Administrators appointed for Maynard and Concord estates with bonds posted.
Concord Massachusetts 1908 organized. Monument Square. 10.45 Lesson sermon Sunday 7.45 Testimonial and experience meeting. Wednesday evening Free Reading Room open daily except Sundays and holidays 2 to 5 pm. The public always welcome.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts issues a land court notice to various heirs and residents of Maynard and surrounding towns for Albert N. Hodgess to register and confirm title to a 3016 square foot parcel on Nason Street Maynard. The court requires appearance on July 2 1917 in Boston to show cause, with default leading to petition confession and barring contest.
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