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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1916
Page
2
The Marlboro based Enterprise weekly notes subscription prices of 91.80 per year in advance and 2.00 otherwise, with single copies and a six month period at four cents including postage. It lists officers Walter B. Morse president and Walter P. Fryh treasurer B A Merriman for subscriptions. Maynard Concord Sudbury Actor Bedford are mentioned in association with the paper.
Joseph A. Conroy argues against American expansion into northern Mexico. He says the United States should not extend borders or take land and urges Americans to respect Mexico and work with its government to preserve order. He notes U.S. troops act to punish cross border bandits with Mexican permission.
A speaker urges young men to select a trade or profession that fits their tastes and abilities rather than chasing parental or peer pressure. He warns that pursuing an unsuitable path leads to failure while dedication to one’s chosen line, mechanical or professional, brings happiness and advancement.
The article argues that cities with electric lighting can control costly insects drawn to lights. It urges a permanent invention to destroy these pests, suggesting a Yankee genius could develop a lasting solution to reduce annual public expenditures on pest suppression.
Baiburt, a town of about 6 000 in Asiatic Turkey, lies 65 miles northwest of Ezercum and sits at a former Armenian fortress site. Justinian fortified it, linking to the eastern Roman empire code. It later served Genoese traders, with ancient walls still visible though ruined after 1829 explosions by Russians.
A reflective piece condemns rulers and commercial interests driving men to fight in Europe. It argues soldiers face useless strife with nothing to gain and longs for home as the notion of victory loses meaning.
The German liberal party calls for renewed submarine warfare if England’s blockade remains. The United States insists Germany stay within international law and warns that any neutral rights violation could trigger war. US citizens aboard armed vessels risk protection if not in self defense, yet may travel on belligerent ships with safeguards.
Betlis in Turkish Armenia near Lake Van is described as a cultivated valley watered by a Tigris tributary. Founded by Alexander the Great the town features scattered houses with gardens a lava rock castle and an ancient fortress. Armenian and Mohammedan communities hold churches mosques and convents. Weaving carpets gold and silver wares tobacco are key crafts. Population is listed between 10 000 and 12 000.
The article praises club women and the General Federation of Woman's Clubs founded in New York in 1890. It highlights education, charity, patriotism, civic influence, better towns, parks, shorter work hours, child labor abolition, and the push toward equal suffrage through social and educational activities.
The author argues for a world congress to organize a central government representing all powers. They warn naval arms races invite jealousy and conflict and claim laws for peace could end wars and repurpose armaments. A national parallel is proposed to ensure equal rights and laws for all.
The report says a junction between Russian and British troops at Kut el Amara shows Turkish pressure on the lower Tigris has increased. If the Russians press the drive with the British, a swift Turkish retreat toward Constantinople could follow. The writer notes fame often comes from circumstance rather than merit.
The Inter-City bowling league held a banquet at Masonic hall with 76 members and guests. EE. A. Merris presented the O. H. team with a trophy for the 1916 season amid remarks by captains and local leaders. Entertainment included songs, readings, and to close, America and Auld Lang Syne.
A community group met in the selectmen's room to plan a July 4 celebration with a bonfire parade autos and societies display of fireworks and prizes for best decorated car and ornate makeup. About 25 citizens attended and a general committee was named to meet again at 7 30 PM Wednesday with many local officials and the clergy named to the panel.
Misses Mildred Comeau and Theresa Carney were guests of friends in Marlboro on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Winslow visited the former’s father toward the end of the week.
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