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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1912
Page
7
Report claims geese used in a Milan opera caused noise during rehearsals. A veterinary surgeon reportedly applied chloroformed plugs to each goose in the bill, temporarily paralyzing their vocal cords just before the curtain rise.
A London milk carrier narrowly escaped death when a speeding motorcar struck his barrow and dragged him 700 yards under its bonnet. He sustained multiple broken ribs and severe cuts as witnesses called the incident miraculous for the driver failing to stop.
A historic quotation notes that while beauty serves utility, the sublime in art elevates the mind and is most meaningful to mortals.
Grateful citizen G W Foster of South Framingham Massachusetts testifies decades apart that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved his Bright's disease symptoms and backache after months of failed remedies. He reiterates satisfaction and confirms usefulness in 1911. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York at 50 cents. Remember the name Doan's.
Marlborough Savings Bank schedules open house tours in January and July from 9 to 3 with a Saturday session 9 to 12 30 led by President D Burdwt WHAM.
The article outlines the anticipated U S Olympic team for Stockholm, naming top contenders across events. It highlights Sherman era stars like Sheridan, Irons, Smithson, Craig, Rose, Sheppard, Gissing, McGrath, McDonald, Beatty, Grum, Horine, Adams, Babcock, Ryan, Thorpe, and Thompson, with June 14 sail date and selection relies on trials.
Bil Donovan of the Detroit Tigers and Rolly Zeider of the Chicago Americans exchange witty remarks about nose size during a Tigers White Sox game. The humorous exchange ends with smiles and a return to the bench.
John Connelly of Scotland, who recently faced Packey McFarland in Fall River, is noted as very superstitious. He gets his hair cut before every fight, believing a clipped curl prevents defeat. A prior pairing with Noah Brusso showed a failed barber visit nearly leading to a loss, while a later bout after a styled haircut ended in a decisive win.
Ernest Barry of England and Richard Arnst of New Zealand will race for the world sculling championship on the Thames near London on July 29. The matchup marks a rare English waters clash not seen since 1896, as England seeks to regain the title it last held in 1831 to 1876.
Luther McCarty, who knocked out Carl Morris in the sixth round in Springfield Missouri, may be the next heavyweight champion. At twenty years old, six feet four and 215 pounds, he has a strong punch and is guided by Jeff Clarke of Philadelphia since a December ten round bout in Springfield. Clarke saw great potential in the raw recruit and has since advised him.
France will send a team to Australia to vie for the Davis Cup title. The American squad will receive a bye in preliminary rounds as France challenged for the international lawn tennis honors after the closing date. In the past the challenge is accepted unless protests arise from other nations.
The annual motorboat race to Bermuda will begin in Philadelphia on July 27 for a trophy requiring three wins and a $1000 prize. Last year’s race was skipped due to late boat readiness and owners’ autumn commitments. Boston teams feature young mascots, with Miss Virginia Kling and Take Stahl Jr. among the noted youths joining the crowds.
The timetable lists half hour cars on Saturdays between Concord and Maynard from 2 P M to 8 P M and between Concord and Kudsen from 4 P M to 8 P M. Sundays run half hour service between Concord and Maynard from 2 P M to 8 P M. Effective October 28 1971.
May ss. AGTOW Branch Superintendent A Vensons is noted as in charge at Maynard.
Littleton Station Agent C W Hunt and Mrs Hunt visited friends in Shelburne Falls over the weekend. Miss Eleanor Hill, post office clerk, visited Fair Haven. Mrs A W Knowlton covered her duties. Girls from the city camped at Arthur Drew’s cottage by Warren Lake. J M Leahy hosted a supper and dance in West Acton Friday. Mrs William Handley of Malone arrives to visit her father Marshall Brown for several weeks. Handley completed Malone’s large post office and will move for new work. In July he will visit Littleton relatives. Miss Marion Brown’s pupils gave a music recital at Mrs Elinor Flagg’s home Saturday afternoon with ice cream and cake.
The Woman's club elected officers on Monday afternoon with Florena B Wilcox named president and Ben M Hartwell as vice president Annie C Smith recording secretary Grace Lawrence corresponding secretary Pannie Woodbury treasurer. Annie Brown chosen delegate to state federation at Templeton and Mary Packard Biennial at San June 24. Retiring president K Priest passed the gavel amid remarks and closure of the session.
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