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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1915
Page
2
Notice enters as second class matter at Marlboro Mass under the 1879 act. In advance price is 2 dollars per year and four cents post included. Names listed include Maynard Concord Gudbury Acton.
An editorial concerns widespread small-scale dishonest acts among workers such as railway conductors and service staff. It argues against rationalizing minor thefts or perks, warning that moral integrity matters for all and urging individuals to remain true to themselves.
The article notes that the nation keeps quiet about ballistic construction plans, surprising many who thought Navy and defense matters were tightly guarded. It highlights concerns that a single advanced American idea could be exploited by European powers.
The editor of the Waltham Free Press Tribune expresses that Waltham should not run a candidate for county committee and suggests a single stance on the county seat or related matters.
Fragmentary report hints at internal strife as Shaw faces scrutiny while Clark and other figures draw attention. The piece suggests mood shifts within the party and reactions from supporters and critics alike amid the public debate.
A breakfast cereal maker proved heavy advertising boosts sales and lets price drop to ten cents per package, showing advertising benefits consumers and retailers alike. The piece notes the advertising boom makes the advertised product safest to buy and stores that advertise heavily safest to trade at, while citing Col Irish’s misread of suffrage workers’ views in Massachusetts versus California.
The piece argues the Progressive party risks collapse in Massachusetts with an unknown nominee and a platform repudiating key issues. It notes last year’s sizable 84,000 vote tally, the candidate’s lack of public service, and internal division over core aims, amid a broader view of near term electoral challenges. It also mentions England’s conscription debates and ongoing recruitment pressures.
The Brockton fair drew Maynard residents including Mrs. James J. Ledgard Deputy Chief John Connors Fred W. Taylor Audrey Bent Mr and Mrs Harvey Broadbent Mrs Frank Goettler Mrs Matthew Campbell Postmaster A J Coughlan Thomas Collins Preston Blanchard Howard D Jamieson and others seen there.
The Pitman Company of Lawrence is placing a floor in a long mill building to create a new room for ventilators and the sewing department will occupy the space. This work is done to install new machinery.
The fall hunting season officially opened Tuesday with most small game laws in effect. Many hunting parties went out but returns were modest. Stricter laws on hunting by aliens this year should reduce local party sizes and improve odds for pursuing game.
Senator Nate Tufts has been named referee for many key games this season including the Yale Harvard clash at Cambridge. He is praised as an efficient football official and the town shows enthusiasm in a pony contest while children chase up votes.
At the Ladies' afternoon meeting the group voted to hold a harvest supper with entertainment in the church vestry on Thursday evening.
The text notes the possession of a New York publication by George Champagne. The Gazette of the United States, published by John Fenno at 96 Williams Street, appeared bi weekly on Wednesdays and Thursdays. It promised broad coverage of federal debates, foreign affairs, and public interests, with extensive state correspondence and little advertising.
Strout relocates in South Lawrence to join Mr Sims, long-time residents active in town life. Sims has served as treasurer of Summer Hill A. C. A. W. for over 25 years, clerk of the board of R. A. for 16 years, and Sunday school superintendent at the Con. church. Mrs Sims has lived here 36 years.
Thirty two new titles join the public library shelves, highlighting best sellers and notable authors. The additions include works by Bullen Blendean Brady De Land Emerson Lynde Long Lee McIntyre Norris Paine Sage Smith Widdemer and others. An assortment spans mystery adventures romances and historical fiction with items such as The Nurse's Story The Grafters Aunt Jane and Mr. Bingle.
An unusual accident occurred on Thursday about 8 15 when a horse and cart owned by William F Litchfield toppled into a shallow river from a six foot drop near his office behind the Litchfield building. The horse was led to land and the cart drawn out with blocks and tackle after the fall.
Neat cards printed for postal employees announcing mail services and duties at the local post office. Readable fragments indicate preparations for mail handling and outreach to residents.
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