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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1916
Page
9
Virginia, the eighteenth state to ban intoxicating beverages, shut down all saloons at midnight, creating a dry sweep from Washington to Jacksonville and from Washington to New Orleans. The measure closes more than 360 saloons and includes strict enforcement.
Chas. 8. Smith of Lincoln proposes efficiency to reduce state taxes and consolidate commissions. Ex-Senator Nathan A. Tufts praises allies while denouncing rising taxes. Harriman of Stow pledges service to constituents. John N. Cole, ex-Speaker, warns of European war effects, coal shortages, and German mercantile efficiency, highlighting Russia and Japan risks.
A large Riverside audience enjoyed a Hallowe en party under the White Cross Guild. Somerset Orchestra provided music. ghost song by John Hannon drew laughs. Prizes went to Patrick Flynn and Miss Murphy in eating contests. a ring found in a cake signaled marriage.
The Deutschland reached New London Connecticut this morning after a 21 day voyage carrying a chemical cargo. The delegation listed includes Gavin Taylor Binks J W Flood H J Dwinell Albert Batley James Morgan George Murphy Leslie Sims Elmore Mills and William Stockwell.
A leading Maynard businessman proposes Thursday be set aside as bargain day. Each merchant would offer a special item at a discount and advertise widely to draw shoppers from surrounding towns and farms. The plan, already tried elsewhere, aims to create steady shopper turnout and keep trade in Maynard.
Town clerks in stores plan a union push demanding Wednesday afternoon off to break the continuous grind. They say weekly fatigue harms service and advocate a midweek rest to improve morale and performance.
The Monday match between the M. U. and K. of P. bowling teams ended with K. of P. beating M. U. by ten pins, 1266 to 1256, earning two points for the night.
. M. & . defeated the Red Sox 1360 to 1221 in a league match at the local alleys on Tuesday night.
O. Hy defeated the Business Men at Lynch Bros. alleys Tuesday evening by a score of 1338 to 1262. The match occurred in a local league event with both teams fielding multiple players.
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