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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1918
Page
2
In stark terms the article blames the Bolsheviks and Lenine Trotsky for Russia's failure, arguing this chaos prolongs the war, expands German influence, and threatens freedom and justice. It condemns autocratic rule and predicts a German, European autocracy will fail, warning of a grim global consequence.
An obituary note recalls Abdul Hamid II as a cruel autocrat who ruled Turkey for over thirty three years. Deposed in 1909 by the Young Turks he died in exile to be remembered by epithets like Abdul the Damned. The piece discusses his reign, Turkey’s decline, and the influence of European bankers and Balkan wars on his fate. It widens to a brief economic note about sheep farming opportunities and a stray line on dog protection in the era.
The author laments Bolshevik capitulation to Germany while arguing Russia’s chaos delayed Allied aims. He condemns autocracy, predicts continued war delays, and foresees a reformed, democratic Russia rising after the conflict. The piece warns of a major spring German offense and emphasizes Allied resolve to prevail.
The article reports a proposed invasion of Siberia by Japan to secure military stores along the Siberian railway. It suggests the United States join to internationalize the operation, with China possibly backing Japan and the US. Supplies shipped from the US and Japan could be destroyed if captured by Bolsheviks or German forces.
The piece notes that War Savings Stamps are being sold in the United States at a rate of two million dollars per day. It swipes at Kaiser Wilhelm II suggesting if money wins the war, he should seek another job.
The article praises a government prompted food saving campaign spreading nationwide. It argues compulsory and suggestive measures will curb waste, teach saving of food clothing and money, and ease war debt payments. It criticizes gluttony and urges self denial to benefit the nation.
The piece argues British laboring men support continued war and a strict peace to end militarism. It cites President Wilson's principles stirring nations, framing the conflict as a fight for universal peace and goodwill rather than party agendas.
The author defends President Wilson against German claims of bluffing and argues Wilson's war stance is rooted in democracy and universal liberty. It asserts American resolve, vows to win the war, and portrays Wilson as patient yet decisive, with the nation backing him against autocracy and militarism.
The German drive into Russia met stronger resistance at Vitebsk than expected and was forced to retreat. Russian forces resist while laborers scramble to defend the country. Vitebsk, a historic city on the Duna near Smolensk to Riga rail, now faces occupation risk as tides of war press west.
Concord Female Charitable Society lists officers and committees for 1918 led by President Mrs Shertiah Hoar and Vice President Mrs Charles H Towle. Directors include Mrs Sherman Hoar and Mrs Charles Towle with district managers for Westvale Hubbardville Norther and others. Social Cutting and New Membership committees named with chairpersons and members.
At a Jan. 31 special meeting the Concord Art Association directors voted to defer the spring exhibition due to the war and transportation difficulties. The active members' annual meeting will be May 25 at 3 o'clock at Miss Elizabeth Roberts studio Estabrook Road Concord Mass. President Daniel Chester Trench and Secretary Elizabeth W Roberts head the group with a selection committee including Charles Grafly Charles H Davis Arthur C Goodwin Laura Coombs Hills Charles W Hawthorne Elizabeth Shippen Green Elliott and Dwight C Sturges.
The Concord teachers club met February 28 at Miss Legate and Miss Heard’s home. After a brief business session a minuet was performed by George and Martha Washington impersonators from the fourth grade under Miss Thompson. Wilss Mahon gave two readings and refreshments followed supervised by Miss Gertrude Dyer.
The Concord high school Athletic association will present on April 12 and 13 three short plays in Monumentz Hall. The French farce The Doctor In Spite of Himself by Moliere, an English sketch The Dark Lady of the Sonnets by G B Shaw, and the American comedy Miss Civilization by R H Davis. Proceeds aid athletic teams and a patriotic charity. A cast list and management will be announced later.
A list of names appears for advertised letters including James Jackson L M Oliver Mrs Henry Briggs Mrs E L Hurley Mrs L Goodurse Mrs Mary Knowlton Miss Esther Sterling. The notice indicates letters awaiting pickup at a post office.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Middlesex Probate Court issues citation for Elizabeth J. Fisk to be granted administration of Lena M. Fisk of Concord. Court to convene March 8, 1918 at 9:00 AM in Cambridge. Publication required weekly for three weeks in Concord Enterprise.
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