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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1916
Page
2
The article explains a technique to protect orchards from wind damage by grafting main branches from young trees. By joining higher branches as trees grow, the entire canopy becomes one connected structure, resisting sway and preventing fruit loss. Early adoption could save fruit during strong winds.
The Thethian and Carpathian ranges form a vast barrier between Hungary, Galicia, Transylvania, and neighboring regions. Major passes like Tergona, Twaburg, Gymos, Bor 01, and Jablunka aid troop movements as armies contend in rugged, snowbound terrain.
The article argues that college men often overestimate their value to employers. It contends they start with theoretical knowledge and must begin at the bottom, learning the basics of any trade or profession. Hard work builds foundation, after which schooling aids advancement.
The piece asserts that Diaz ruled Mexico for thirty years, bringing unprecedented prosperity and safety for investments, despite being a despot who harshly removed opponents. It contrasts this with post Diaz turmoil and urges women to influence men to vote for clean administration, good schools, and sound city governance.
A fragment notes that soldiers returning from the Mexican border would bring home a variety of pets forming a sizable menagerie. The passage hints at a humorous or informal scene of homecoming and animal companions.
Florida words signal a looming split amid strong sectional sentiment surrounding prohibition. Analysts warn tensions could test party unity as debates intensify across the state.
An article quoting Schwab urges persistent effort and devotion to work. It argues that overwork is preferable to complacency, praising steady, intelligent labor and loyalty to serve capital and industry. It warns that misfortune comes to those who slack, while achievement and fair service yield reward.
The Philippine Congress opened with about 20,000 attendees. Sergio Osmena was named speaker of the house and Manuel Quezon president of the senate. A message of thanks to President Wilson followed as the first step toward autonomous self government for the archipelago, which spans 115 025 square miles with 3 141 islands and a population near 8 000 000.
Roumania fears a grim fate like Belgium and Serbia if not rescued soon. The nation expresses resolve to support the Allies despite slow army progress and looming German vows of vengeance. Germany aims to plunder Roumania for joining the allied cause.
The discovery of a large bed of soluble potash in Cuba promises relief for American agriculture. With Germany as the previous major supplier cut off by war, Cuban deposits could reduce fertilizer costs to a reasonable level and widen procurement avenues for the United States.
Postwar America will supply Europe and rebuild it, pulling on U S industries to full capacity for a period. Competition will grow as Europe resumes production, demanding higher efficiency at home. England spends 80 million dollars daily on war costs, a burden carried by the postwar public. Wheat prices rise with no sign of bread price relief.
The Probate Court appoints commissioners to examine creditor claims against the estate of H Waldo Tuttle alias. Creditors must prove claims within six months and may meet at the office of Howard A Wilson in Legard's Block Maynard on Nov 16 1916 at 2 PM and Jan 25 1917 and Feb 15 1917 at 2 PM at 31 Milk Street Room 302 Boston. Warren H Atwood and Wilson serve as commissioners.
In Middlesex County probate matters Elizabeth A Wayne estate admin F Ethel Bond seeks allowance of first account. Citations require appearance November 13 1916 at 9 am Cambridge Probate Court to show cause. Notices must be served or published weekly for three weeks and mailed to known interested parties. Charles J McIntire Esquire First Judge and F M Esty Register.
The probate court at Cambridge fixed November 3 1916 at 9 am for the first account of administratrix F Ethel Bond in the estate of Robert Wayne late of Acton. Interested parties must appear or file objections and service by mail or publication in Acton Enterprise.
The Probate Court notices heirs and interested persons of James Smith late of Sudbury about the will and estate presented by Thomas F. ONeill as executor. He requests letters testamentary and bond specifics are noted. A citation requires appearance on the twentieth day of November 1916 at nine o'clock with at least thirty days' notice to all known interested parties.
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