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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1897
Page
4
The clipping quips on shirt waist fashion and weather while mourning the death of Jeremiah W. Coveney, warns against politicizing the militia, cites larceny risk for unadvertised found property, and quotes two newspaper takes on gender roles and high dinner costs.
Last week the shoe and leather trades saw a drop with 66 reports, down from 71 the prior week and 94 in the same week of 1896. Most reports came from small retail dealers.
A correspondent notes that with warmer weather ants increase in homes and suggests seeking wisdom to rid abodes of this unwelcome guest. The piece frames ants as a common nuisance accompanying seasonal change and advocates practical removal ideas.
A Lewiston resident refuses to pay the bicycle tax arguing the bike is worn out and useless. He asks assessors if they could tax a man for a dead horse and why he must pay for a dead bicycle with a punctured wheel.
Historical note lists senior militia officers Brigadier General Peach Colonel Bancroft Lieutenant Colonel Logan and Major Grady with service start dates 1882 1882 1889 and 1881. The passage argues long terms show difficulty rising quickly under the current system, framing why tenure reform is questioned though officers cited are among the best.
Over 35,000 immigrants, mostly young Irish girls, are expected in New York this summer as stories of life and good wages in America fuel a rapid emigration wave. Commissioner McSweeney notes Irish women dream of America after favorable reports from home visits. The piece highlights hope for a better home and wages spreading to influence others to seek the western paradise.
The quote recounts Mr Dooley and Mr Hennessy debating the Greek Turkish conflict and a famed sea war analogy. It mocks the idea of war as a joke and notes sympathy for Greece. The piece reflects city humor and commentary from the Chicago Evening Post.
Jacob Mitchell of Unionville Pennsylvania endured thirty years of piles before using DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. The product reportedly cured him quickly and permanently and is said to help eczema and other skin conditions. Advertisers include B F Johnson & Son Maynard C H Whitney Concord and H A Littlefield West Acton.
Maynard Postmaster William R. Hall is confined to his home with rheumatism. He was out briefly but perhaps caught a cold and is now very lame.
Lorenzo W. Barnes stands trial in Lowell on a murder charge for the death of John Deane of Maynard on December 17 1896. Judge Dewey presides with District Attorney Wier and Sanderson for the government. Evidence includes photographs and witness testimonies about finding the body. The jury of twelve was selected from 84 summoned.
The Barnes murder case in Lowell attracts Maynard and surrounding residents as the trial proceeds swiftly. Tuesday's proceedings feature 36 witnesses detailing Barnes presence near the Deane house and Maynard barrooms, blood-stained boots, and his movements across Acton and Maynard with inconsistent alibis.
The Maynard high school held its third annual prize contest in declamation and recitation in the school hall before a large audience. Judges awarded first prizes to Jesse Blanchard and Elizabeth Salisbury for Fire side Cyclopedia of Poetry and to Anthony Hilferty and Gillie Childs for Florida Days. A new feature, a Life of Columbus book gift to non prize winners, showcased the speakers' training.
Maynard merchants announce spring millinery lines at Cleary and Williams Miss Deane and Miss Naylor invite women to view hats and bonnets in latest styles. Tailor Morris and Sperling open shop in Reed's block offering made to order suits and repairs. J Butterworth, Freedberg and Carts offer upholstering, repairs, pressing. W Marshall and T Nevins promote bicycles and repairs.
The Peoples National Bank advertises general banking, drafts, and bond trading with focus on water company bonds. It highlights safety boxes, fire and burglary security, and invites correspondence. A fire near South Sudbury halted the 5 o'clock express from Boston, and a camp fire event is planned by Sons of Vecerana in Westboro on May 14. Local merchants and doctors are listed in the same issue.
Mrs Howe visits with friends at Stoneham. A bicycle club forms at the Junction on Tuesday night. Mrs Bowker, Bow ker house landlady, is seriously ill with pneumonia. Superintendent J F Scott takes a short trip to Norfolk Virginia. Commonwealth avenue gains trees just outside the sidewalk. The uniforms committee for Colonel Prescott camp S W meets under difficulties and decides on uniforms.
Hawthorne chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star celebrated its third anniversary on April 28 with grand officers and members from Corinthian and Keystone chapters along with delegations from Waltham Fitchburg Athol Marlboro Leominster Maynard and Augusta Me. Festivities included toasts, solos, readings, and a tableaux titled The Five Points of the Star. Concord Junction notes follow with church service times and local ads.
In Boston the Boston and Philadelphia game featured strong pitching as Klobedanz struck out 10 to lead Boston past Philadelphia 5 to 2. Boston scored in bursts with key hits in the seventh. Crosstown results show Chicago and St Louis games ending with modest scores.
A catalog blurb notes that children’s shoes use much leather as they grow. The shop aims to please parents with shoes that fit feet and budgets, suitable for school or home. It promises a strong variety and thorough reliability in stock and fit.
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