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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1916
Page
2
FHE Enterprise published weekly from Marlboro Massachusetts lists offices at 161 Main Street and notes its second class matter status since August 25 1903. It shows officers Walter B Morse president Walter P Fry treasurer and John H Lawton manager with a subscription price of 9150 per year in advance and 2.00 otherwise per issue four cents for single copies and mentions surrounding towns Maynard Concord Sudbury Acton Bedford.
The political contest for the Republican nomination for district attorney intensifies as Philip M Clark of Newton enters the field. debate centers on experience versus integrity with Tufts Brown and Higgins as rival contenders. Voters urged to study merits before September nominating vote.
The piece argues that Massachusetts Democrats could benefit if upstate party members gain control and disrupt the Boston based leadership. It suggests Boston leaders plan to sideline ex-Gov Walsh but predicts that move would likely bolster Walsh’s statewide support.
The Waltham Free Press Tribune urges critics to act by testifying in court about surreptitious liquor sales. It argues criminals aren t convicted on suspicion and dealers evade clues, calling on fault finders to attend court sessions to see the difficulty of securing convictions.
The piece notes March outpacing February with extended severe weather and many storms, calling winter a lively corpse after years of harsh conditions. It cites Senator Weeks arguing government takeover of railroads could cost 15 billion dollars and result in about 14 million dollars annual tax loss.
Boston based Olivette trio appears in Cooperative hall on April 6 under the Masonic Social club. They will be assisted by Dorothy Carpenter, whose musical readings accompany the trio. Recent show in Naylor hall matched the Lotus quartet for acclaim.
Miss Elizabeth Boeske, long in Pasadena Tex with relatives, plans to return home next week to live with her parents Mr and Mrs Emil Boeske. Her elder sister Miss Gladys married last week in Pasadena. The four lower school grades closed Friday afternoon due to the storm.
Friends of Raymond Veitch note his rapid progress with the American Woolen Co. He rose from Moosup Connecticut to Burlington Vermont as paymaster and now is appointed cashier at the Riverside mill Providence Rhode Island to succeed Mr. Merrick. Veitch began his new duties in Providence Monday.
George Stockwell an instructor at the Réformatory Concord Junction sustained a painful injury Friday when his left hand was caught in a picker machine. Two fingers were badly lacerated and blood poisoning set in, but he continues his duties and the fingers are healing.
William Smith of Dorchester visited relatives in town and attended the funeral of Charles D P Holmes. Smith, known as Billy to local fans, once played baseball under Holmes as manager and is now a prosperous real estate man.
Mrs. Harriet N. Hayward of Malden was brought here for burial Friday noon. She was the mother of Mrs. James Robertson, a former resident of this town.
Felix Rainville Joseph Tucker and Henry Slyvert of the local Checker club visited Clinton club quarters Saturday afternoon and evening Rainville and Tucker both secured draws in their games.
P J Sullivan Patrolman John Connors Ralph Whitehead Harry Rodway and William P Scully appeared before the parole board at the state prison Charlestown Friday afternoon on behalf of George Morris a former resident serving a life sentence Committed Aug 8 1905 Several Lowell residents also appeared Strong counsel and friends pressed for the hearing which the parole board will refer to the governor's council for action.
A Saturday evening event under the Finnish Evangelical Lutheran church organized by the Young Ladies Sunday school drew a large crowd. Attendees purchased fancy articles and apparel made by the young women, and fruits and flowers were auctioned to boost proceeds. Readings by Hilja Keto Milja Ketola Inez Ketola and Hilda Anderson complemented vocal selections by Hilja Tuikka and the ladies choir.
Daniel Lowney completed the ten weeks Winter term at the Mass Agricultural College and has received his diploma. He is at his parents’ home and considering several lucrative offers.
Painting contractor Jeremiah W Bradley completes sanctuary walls and altar at St Bridget s church. Sidewalls feature Tiffany glaze and altar decorations are gold and white. The work is described as artistic and credit is given to Bradley.
Friends gathered at Brook Street Thursday evening to honor Harley Cook with a watch and fob presented by Elizabeth Elson. The group first met at Mr. and Mrs. George D. Fson's home then moved to Harley’s residence for games and a merry party.
The fire engineers show readiness by operating a double hitch as deep snow covers roads. An auxiliary pong shaped truck carries 800 feet of hose and essential tools to handle emergencies, reassuring residents that property remains protected if the main truck stalls.
Miss Lessie Lawton was invited to Miss Marion Townsend on Lincoln street Thursday evening where about fifteen friends hosted a linen shower. The evening included music, games, and refreshments.
The four act Swedish home life drama Nerkings was repeated Saturday at Parkerst Hall due to demand. An S. R. O. sign hung after the first performance weeks ago, and the show was well received this time as well.
Indications point to a large number of applicants for the six liquor licenses to be granted by the selectmen. Chairman Frank Binks says all license applications must reach the board by Wednesday evening.
James Halt sold two lots on Great Road between his residence and Frederick W. Taylor. One lot transfers to George Thompson and the other to Fay Graham.
Plans by the committee chosen by Div. 44 A. O. H. to stage a whist party and dance on Friday evening. Tickets are selling rapidly, promising a large attendance.
At a meeting of the building committee of the new high school the contract for installing electrical fixtures was awarded to the Davis King Co. of West Acton. Friends of William Connolly report he is out of danger and improving in a most satisfactory manner.
A historical ad discusses kidney problems causing pains, dizziness, puffiness, and sleep disturbances. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills as a remedy to cleanse the blood, dissolve uric acid, and strengthen sluggish kidneys, claiming many testimonials of relief from users nationwide.
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