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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1897
Page
4
A Boston Globe report notes a return to ornate male leg wear with flaps and large buckles in London day shoes. Shoe coloring becomes a fine art abroad with rose tints heliotrope greens and china blue, signaling a trend toward prominent upper adornment and varied foot fashion.
The Brockton Times notes editor Wright of the Haverhill Gazette complains that Massachusetts will erect a statue for General Banks while courting insult to General Butler. It argues public sentiment supports honoring Butler and predicts a statue will be raised within years.
The Boston Journal notes Prof Charlies Eliot Norton has become president of the Society of the Arts and Crafts and urges vigilant oversight of crafts and arts in town. It critiques ready made trousers seats shoe strings and the common stations building while praising the safety committee selecting officers and predicting better days after eight more are chosen next Friday.
A shoe manufacturer voices concern over constant fashion fads in the industry. He argues that seasonal shifts hurt leather men, frustrate orders, and keep workers on edge as styles change rapidly. He urges a return to sensible, lasting footwear to end the cycle.
The Worcester Spy praises Senator Roe for introducing a bill to amend current law to protect song birds, making it illegal to possess or sell plumage or body parts. The paper urges rapid legislative passage as a stand against cruelty to birds.
The Clinton Item discusses electricity as a transformative power for railroads, outlining potential efficiency gains, modernization needs, and the impact on transportation and industry. It argues for rapid adoption to boost speed, reliability, and economic growth.
The article discusses a future electric system for the northern division of the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad. Initial trials may run from South Framingham to Marlboro, with potential expansion to the entire South Framingham to Fitchburg line if successful. A third rail could reduce the tramp nuisance by removing the risk of high voltage exposure.
The Boston Traveler accused him of cowardice, but Senator Dallinger insists he is no coward and that his remarks will be remembered by Rev. Mr. Litchfield and Insurance Commissioner Merrill. The Fitchburg Sentinel questions Governor Walcott’s view on removing General Martin and extends the critique to the insurance commissioner’s current usefulness.
The Boston Journal comments that national newspapers largely favored sound money and the arbitration treaty in the last campaign. They largely back immigration limits and civil service reform, with few exceptions. Governor Black would see that press opinion exceeds his own standards.
Jessie Bertram, a servant girl employed by J. R. Bent, stole clothing jewelry and cash valued at about 87 dollars. She fled to Boston, was caught with Mrs. Bent's dress, and was sent to Sherborn for a year. Her father lives in Salem. she had been taken from Lancaster Industrial School.
District deputy of Mizpah Re bekah lodge presided over a Thursday evening meeting with 115 Hawthorne lodge members from Waltham joining visitors from Newton Acton Concord and Marlboro. Two candidates were initiated and the postsession banquet at Riverside hall featured lobster salad cold meats ice cream and fruit with music readings and singing as guests returned by special train to Waltham.
A. H. Haynes with Maynard business backers announce open air concerts by the Maynard fife drum and bugle corps and the Maynard brass band in front of Haynes store beginning Saturday May 29 1897. Both bands add new musicians and music described as among the latest catchy works.
Miss Deane extends an invitation to the ladies in this vicinity to call at her rooms as part of a local social effort.
Advertisements from Maynard merchants showcase spring millinery with trimmed and untrimmed hats at multiple stores. Also advertised are bicycles for sale or rental, tailoring and repair services, and a tonic and confectionery shop, all highlighting new seasonal lines and low prices.
The Society of Colonial Wars visits Sudbury on June 17 for its annual outing and field day. Citizens vote to let selectmen contract with the Massachusetts highway commission to build a road east from the Marlboro line, funded by an 83000 Sudbury allotment this year, with a monument dedication at 2 PM May 31 featuring President Homer Rogers and orator John L Bates. The ceremony includes music, a poem, and unveiling by Rogers's granddaughters, with pupils and local veterans participating.
A life size infantryman statue forms the centerpiece of Sudbury’s new monument. A bronze roll of honor lists the fallen Horace Sanderson through Cyrus E. Barker, with a granite front bearing Tribute to the Loyal Sons of Sudbury. War accoutrements are carved in granite atop the scene, and a donor tablet marks the donation date.
The advertisement touts a large diverse stock of ladies and misses footwear including slippers and oxfords. It promises the newest popular shapes for women and also offers slippers for men, aiming to pair with dressing gowns or everyday wear.
A local retailer advertises a complete selection of youths, misses, boys, girls, and babies shoes in all grades and sizes. The shop emphasizes schooling, play, and dress wear with a specialty in finding perfect fits.
The article touts Gent's lace shoes as well stocked in sizes styles and grades. It highlights comfort fit with instep moulding and easy adjustment and promises elegant latest lasts models and strong prices to please customers.
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