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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1910
Page
3
Maynard notices list wedding invitations hosiery store openings millinery sales and shop updates. Local events include church services a Washington trip planning for the high school seniors, a woolen plant expansion, moving pictures crowds, car purchases and transportation news, plus birthdays, lectures, and charity drives in community halls and schools.
A pending bill to bar women from entering bar rooms to obtain liquor would affect few Maynard patrons. Writers note the measure would have little effect locally since women rarely frequent bars, making passage or defeat largely inconsequential for Maynard.
The Maynard Business Men's Club executive committee voted to appoint a committee to seek appropriation for $1,000 to draw up sewage system plans. Some town citizens oppose installing a system now, so the move may face opposition.
Police complete examination into Matti Koski body found on Maynard's hill. They find no evidence of foul play and dismiss rumors stirred by a recent holdup. Official conclusion: death accidental.
Coast guard work in rough seas as lighthouse service tenders chase stray spar buoys. The floating markers, sometimes sixty feet long, are dragged from harbors and seas by dangerous operations. Ice, storms, and fog complicate recovery, with buoys often traveling thousands of miles or washing up on distant shores.
The London Chronicle notes in Ballarat Mark Twain puzzled by local speech. The mayor greeted him with a coincedent line after his cigar and locals explained Ballaratese words for welcome and thank you. The cartoonish exchange contrasts humor with civic quickness.
Joseph Singleton received a warm sendoff at Odd Fellows hall with Maynard lodge I O F members and friends. He was presented a watch chain and charm, inscribed with Odd Fellowship insignia, by P G William Morris. An oyster supper and entertainment followed, including graphophone solos and vocal and piano performances, with committee members named.
Thomas Tacewilez of 2 Main Street Wan dered last Wednesday for a risky trip to Boston. He carried $1,000 and was lured by a con artist who swapped $3,000 of others money for his, in a Congress Street corridor. He left with a forged bundle while the stranger escaped. If a bank friend is found, a fuller obituary-like update will appear next week.
Mrs Catherine Cullen age 78 native of Ireland died at her Glendale Street home shortly before 11 Saturday morning. She lived in Maynard about 55 years and was highly regarded as a neighbor and friend. Survived by son William and daughters Mrs Edward Doherty Mrs John King and Mrs Michael Kelley. Funeral held Monday at St Bridget's Church with high mass and interment in St Bridget's Cemetery. Bearers included Thomas Hilferty Joseph Cullen Joseph Doherty and William Black.
The school committee intends major work at the Nason street building during spring vacation. Two grades will move to Bancroft street, adding space for the high school. Partitions will be removed to create one large room seating 100, with other changes to aid school operations.
T F Parker conducted a Saturday afternoon Maxwell demonstration featuring a runabout and a four seater praised for power and reliability. Joseph V. Gately sold the first Buick to Dr. T H Grady with plans for more Buick orders. H McDonald showcased the 1910 Reo touring car highlighting a longer wheel base and improved durability, with a town demonstration planned for prospective buyers.
Local report notes licenses to be granted by the selectmen, expected mid April, while public discussion and betting continue. Applicants named include Julius Loewe, William Punch, J. A. and M. A. Coughlan, William Casey, William Campbell, B. J. Coughlin, and William Downey, with public sentiment favoring the Coughlins on Main and Summer streets. The board's impartial action is awaited as townspeople brace for the decision.
The recount of the town election held March 14 shows Arthur J. Coughlan and Frank Johnson tied at 420 for assessor, prompting a special election. Kenneth Cameron becomes auditor replacing David Miller after the recount reverses their results.
The sacred cantata The Crucified will be performed at the church Sunday with Mrs. Benjamin Derby of Junction as contralto soloist and James Mallinson and William Baxter as tenor and baritone soloists. The chorus includes many named sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses. Mrs Derby will sing in the morning solo and William Baxter in the evening. Herbert Lawton will be organist and William Baxter conductor.
An ad touts Rexall 93 Hair Tonic claiming a 93 out of 100 success in growing hair, stopping dandruff, and preventing baldness with a money back guarantee. It emphasizes a pleasant scent, non greasiness, and two sizes with prices, plus a side notice offering a brown leather top baby carriage and a reed gocart for sale by G. D. Elson at 20 Brooks St.
The board of selectmen met Wednesday to organize with William Jones as chairman and William Connolley as secretary. George Whitney was reappointed superintendent of grounds and Joel F. Parmenter named for cattle duties. Most appointments will wait several weeks.
A late car meet coincides with the midnight Boston train at South Acton this Thursday and again the following Wednesday. The event offers a convenient option for theatre-goers to return home on the late train.
The town’s past hotel license issue at the Hotel Somerset is recalled as selectmen and license commissioners across towns emphasize strict adherence to the law. Officials say licenses hinge on building readiness and clear location, with victualler’s license and serving equipment required before grant. The supreme court clarifies that a legally granted license cannot defend a holder if improperly issued. Readers may consult Revised Laws of the State for details.
Div. 16 of the O H observed St Patrick day with a feature convert and dance in Hibernian hall Thursday evening. The hall was crowded by dancers from this town and Hudson. Rev. Walter Browne of St Bridgets church gave an excellent lecture on St Patrick to a large gathering. Music by Chester Baxter and Emmet Riley followed with vocal selections then dancing.
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