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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1917
Page
2
A brief transcription notes that the material is stamped as second class matter dated August 25 1908 and filed at the Marlboro post office under the act of March 3 1870 indicating mail classification and mailing date details.
An appeal explains United States wartime needs and the proposed Liberty Bond issue. It argues bonds back the nation with credit, promise tax exemption, and potential interest gains, urging every American with funds to invest to help end the war and secure lasting peace.
The article warns Russia risks an industrial collapse unless wage disputes are resolved. It cites demands for higher pay despite profits, mentions an eight hour workday, and the potential shutdown of mills as manufacturers struggle to meet rising costs and prepare for upheaval.
The text contrasts US constitutional foundations with German autocracy, arguing the people should govern themselves. It cites Prussia’s three-class tax based franchise, showing unequal representation and the Social Democrats’ limited gains. It predicts a postwar shift to broader participation and end of autocracy.
A defense of keeping hats on during patriotic tunes, arguing that forceful mob behavior is excessive. The piece cites rights from the U S Constitution and Massachusetts charter, condemns mob violence, and contrasts a hat-wearer’s patriotism with slanderous behavior by those removing hats. It invokes Jesus’ teachings to argue for inward sincerity.
Speculators push flour to 18.00 per barrel amid rumors of regulation and a bumper southern wheat crop. Authorities move to curb extortionate pricing while robbers retreat as harvest nears, though many hold stock at 2.00 to 4.00 above cost.
In Concord a petition to adopt Harold S Berry, age five, and change his name to Harold B Bowers was filed in Probate court. The filing, by Mr and Mrs Charles F Bowers, lists East Cambridge as the hearing location on June 20. Attorney Samuel Hoar represents the petitioners.
Albert N Hodgess seeks to register title to a parcel in Maynard Middlesex described by metes and bounds on Nason Street. The Aug 2 1917 notice cites boundary accuracy, stakes a July 2 1917 court appearance, and warns that default will bar contest and confirm the petition.
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