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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1914
Page
3
A preserved 1812 day book from Smithfield R 1 surfaced at Assabet mills. It lists basic goods like pork, flour, sugar, molasses, tea, and butter with prices, illustrating that people bought only necessities and no luxuries in that era.
Maynard voters delivered a dramatic election day with a record town meeting. Key races included license approval by 18 votes and tight contests for selectmen school board and over sight of the poor. Notable names include Whitehead Connolly Mahoney Jamieson Scully and Mahoney with results showing shifts from last year amid strong voter turnout.
The article notes William Jones losing bid for constable and predicts close races for selectmen. It highlights George H. Creighton voting impact, Frank Murray’s smaller tally, Kenneth Damien’s progressive stance, and general voter indifference to party lines. It mentions recount possibilities for Mahoney Connolley race and praises Samuel G. King and John Connors for strong showing.
Questioning readers about back pain and a suggested home remedy. The ad-style message implies Doan's may help with mild back pain and suggests trying the product at home.
A Grange meeting formed a committee to oversee town home and school garden activities. Supt. Brick, Didisee Maltee, and Morton will lead efforts to engage participants and boost progress, with expectations of a gratifying summer outcome as the movement gains national traction.
A retailer touts a stomach remedy containing Bismuth and Pepsin as the best aid for indigestion heartburn and dyspepsia. The ad cites 90 users and 80 favorable anecdotes while inviting readers to try the product with a money back offer.
The Enterprise refused to publish John C. Thomp son’s statement as advertising and political content. The paper notes his sidewalk protest and accuses him of seeking newspaper protection, while offering to continue defending their interests if needed. Not a poor school.
Prof. A. Morton of Massachusetts Agricultural College praised Maynard schools after visiting Stow and Maynard with Supt. Brick. He spoke to the high and grammar school staff and declared the Maynard system outstanding with no poor schools and a highly commendable teaching force.
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