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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1898
Page
4
A Senate of remarks mocks French justice and American war plans. Mentions a hay trust, green stamps, Massachusetts politics, Holland's submarine, bluebirds in Milford, and a likely shift of executions to the state prison.
Massachusetts legislators explore Sausage and supply chain inquiries amid doubt and speculation about meat product contents. Aimed at uncovering ingredients and sources, the investigation seeks transparency and reform potential across regional markets.
A comment on the habit of reporters mixing up team as a vehicle, noting editors should stay calm and correct such usage. The remark highlights language clarity in journalism and editors tempering reactions to misused terms.
The passage contrasts the optimistic, joke loving militiaman with the stark reality that heavy war means far greater danger. It notes soldiers expect talk and jokes but reality imposes severe risk and peril in combat zones.
The Boston Post notes lobbying against the telephone bill and observes many former blacklisted legislators have faded from memory by the will of the people. It warns that history can repeat itself and argues the Beacon bill supporters should act as public opinion favors passage of the telephone bill.
A Boston dealer lists a country customer with a long letterhead of items sold and a past due remittance. The reply promises prompt payment and mentions two new departments including molasses candy by his wife and hair cutting by himself.
In Germany a telephone apparatus will be rented at about 12 dollars per year under Post Office control. A private conversation costs one pfennig, a business conversation two pfennigs, and hotel conversations three pfennigs per use. The notice appears in the Boston Journal.
A Milford News opinion notes that a young man convinced he will amount to nothing may start smoking and part his hair as a sign of rebellion, emphasizing a bleak outlook on his future and self image.
A special train of Wagner palace cars on April 1 runs to Washington via the Fitchburg line appealing to New England school teachers. The rate is 25 dollars and Easter vacation covers the time away. J R Watson general passenger agent Fitchburg will send itineraries on application.
The Darlings block store E F Brown & Co announces a closing out and alteration sale with heavy discounts on cold weather and summer clothing. The event highlights bargain prices and inventory reduction at the Maynard shop.
The 25th anniversary celebration of Charles A. Welch lodge takes place in Masonic hall with 4 PM exercises including historical access addresses by the grand master and Rev Geo C Lorimer D D plus Charles A Welch of Cohasset. Music from the Ionic and Maynard quartets and local orchestras. A Sunday special communication precedes divine worship at Congregational church with Rev T Jackson preaching on Masonry. Tickets for the banquet are limited and sold by the committee النو
Rev Robert Walker spoke to St George's guild about prison life. Lorenzo Barnes, to be hanged for the murder of John Deane, sent a message via the chaplain to Maynard boys urging them to avoid saloons and liquor, and the guild replied with gratitude for the warning and prayers.
Maynard locals advertise indulgent finds in sausages Bologna and canned goods at Booth & Lord with a winter underwear sale at Summer and Glendale. Farrell hat tie. A smart capable woman is sought for general housework in a five person family, references required. Box 1000 Maynard Mass. Fresh oysters daily at Central Market Lunch at Gaskill's Darling block Summer Street.
Acknowledges kindness from friends and neighbors after a loved one’s passing. Mrs Anne Graham and family, Maynard, March 2.
A seven day twenty five dollar guided tour to Washington departs April 1. The Fitchburg and Pennsylvania Railroads offer the package with all expenses included. For itinerary and details send inquiries to J. R. Watson general passenger agent Fitchburg Railroad Boston Massachusetts.
Secretary Long states in his personal view that official Spanish government participation in the Maine disaster is now largely eliminated. He clarified that his remark was not official and that no new evidence supports a government conclusion. Other Maine developments include orders to commission the Miantonomah and Katahdin to house survivors and details on remains exhumation and burial costs.
Havana reports the steamer Bache is sent to the Dry Tortugas with five American wounded and one body. Admiral Sicard plans a naval funeral for the returned bodies potentially sharing honors with later arrivals. Separately a street fight near Trillo park left four guerillas shot and three policemen wounded. three suspects arrested.
Havana reports the Spanish cruiser Vizcaya reaching Morro Castle last night after a voyage from New York. Thousands greet the vessel from quays and streets decorated with bunting while rockets fire and bands play. London dispatch notes the US squadron massing at Hong Kong for possible actions against Manila if war with Spain erupts.
The national Knights of Columbus council met in New Haven to decide if a successor to late supreme knight James E. Hayes should be chosen now or in March 1899. Deputy Supreme Knight J. J. Cone of Jersey City filled the vacancy.
Ten witnesses testified before the Key West court of inquiry but details remain undisclosed as the public awaits the finding. Admiral Sicard asks Dr. Maloney to curb demonstrations at the Maine funeral, urging only American flags in a parade amid Cuban and anti Spanish sentiment.
Congressman Knox writes that Congress awaits the Maine inquiry findings and promises swift and condign punishment if Spain is found responsible. He honors sailors who died for Cuba and asserts Cuba will soon be free.
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