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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1917
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR shows an entry labeled second class matter Seehab miss Congress along with subscriptions. Details are unreadable but indicate a notice or notice-like listing from a period publication dated March 8 1879.
The nation rises to the challenge as war becomes a duty to defend humanity and liberty. Citizens rally behind loans and mobilization, pledging to reshape social and economic relations for a lasting world peace. The president calls volunteers and Congress funds a vast loan to support the military effort.
The article discusses Allied plans for a united spring offensive, Russia’s failure to respond despite Allied aid, and the impact on the western front. It warns that Russia’s instability could delay victory, underlines the need for strong leadership, and notes a U.S. mission to Russia to aid reforms and stabilize the new republic.
The article argues the army and navy are the sole recognized means to enforce peace and end autocracy. It calls for disarmament and an end to armed neutrality, emphasizing that the war is not for territory or gain. It urges just governance and universal coexistence under the laws of nations.
Governor McCall declines use of war emergency powers for July Fourth. He promotes American spirit with fireworks and celebrations to honor the nation’s birthday. Trade data show April 1917 exports at 530,252,292 and imports at 286,397 as Allies’ needs rise.
Item by item probate actions list administrators and bonds for Bridget McBreen Augusta Wheeler Chas Wheeler Ruth Webber James Richardson and others. Also two decree nisi divorces granted to Charles Callahan and Frances O Dette for desertion with marriages cited and residences noted.
Otis H. Forbush, auctioneer, advertises estate sales in Concord Junction Massachusetts. June 25 sale at 9 a.m. includes 29 cows 9 bulls 18 horses farming gear wagons harnesses and household goods to settle Robbins estate with cash no reserve. Additional sales June 21 and June 28 feature Holstein cattle goats and Wheeler estate items.
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