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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1898
Page
4
A collage of quips on elections, roads, and law as towns weigh state and local issues. Remarks touch on Cuba debt, highway projects, Dewey in the Philippines, a Berlin to White Pond road, curfew debates in Waltham, and Indian wedding rituals. A churchgoing visitor and theft in purses are noted amid agricultural pride.
The Boston Journal notes that Cubano insurgents may return to their homes and work in peace. It questions whether they will resume productive labor given past reports of indiscipline and unreliability.
One of the handiest little books published is The Baby Pathfinder and it is always right up to date. It has come to be regarded as an authority on railroad matters and that reputation has been earned by years of faithful service.
Some call for Dewey to travel to Paris to present his views on questions among peace commissioners. The speaker argues he is doing well at his current post and warns that a less decisive leader could undo progress and bring trouble. European nations still watch the region closely.
Editorial remarks advocate removing Chinese residents from California and argue public resolve, urging civic action over prejudice. It discusses potential next steps in a telephone rate bill, noting pressure for reduced rates and the likelihood of new entrants, with expectations of change before spring.
Major Charles F. King testified that Fourth Wisconsin regiment medical stores were insufficient and requisitions delayed. He recalled soldiers preferring to buy food, and described improper replies when questioned by General Wilson. Witnesses cited poor camp sanitation, water, and staffing at Chickamauga and division hospitals.
Reports from Carson Nevada describe rising tensions in Nye county as Shoshone Indians near Midas plan an outbreak. Citizens rush rifles and ammunitions to repel an alleged law resist, with armed white men gathered on ranches to defend against expected tribal support.
Maynard F H Salisbury visited Framingham lodge A F and AM on Tuesday evening. Byron of West Medford, contractor on Nason street, was in town. A moonlight bicycling run to Lexington occurred last Monday evening. Maynard hose company hosts a dance at Co operative hall next Saturday with the Union Marlboro orchestra. Lawrence Flood of North Sudbury surprised by friends moving to a new house with a couch for his rest of days. T Shea bicycle rider had a fall near Concord. a hen and a five dollar hat were casualties of a misfortune. Summer Hill lodge AOUW held a smoketalk evening. Mr Higgins of Providence failed to arrive. Deputy McKenna of Concord spoke on the order. P J Sullivan and Dr Walter B Currier gave remarks. music was enjoyed. Advertisements note fall and winter millinery by Miss Naylor and Cleary Williams. Brown Co clothiers offer good value. Miss Lena Whitney offers piano and organ lessons. Miss Harriet Naylor and Miss Jennie S Deane promote millinery and hats. Central market oysters fresh daily. Florence Leighton Austin to meet vocal music enthusiasts at Edward Henderson’s Pleasant Street residence Saturday afternoon.
Miss Mildred A. Rogers and Edward F. Ratcliffe wed at the Congregational church on Thursday evening October 20. The ceremony was by Rev. T. C. Jackson with a formal reception at the bride’s parents’ home. Attending were family and friends from Maynard Pawtucket Utica Boston Somerville and Concord Junction. The couple departed for their new home in Somerville after the 9.08 train from Concord Junction.
Multiple local churches list weekly services. Maynard Congregational Church led by Pastor T C Jackson with Sunday morning 10:30, Sunday school noon, evening 7, and midweek prayer. Methodist Episcopal Church under Rev Edward Higgins with services at 10:30, 11:45 Sunday school, Epworth League, and choir. St George Episcopal Church offers 10:45 worship, 12:00 Sunday school, 7:00 Evensong, monthly Holy Communion. St Bridget’s RC Church lists masses at 8:30 and 10:30, vespers, Sunday school, rosary society, organist Miss McMorrow. Aimed at parishioners seeking schedule and clergy.
Fall hats and neckwear feature new styles for young men at BE Brown Co Darling’s block. Miss Tuttle’s offers trimmed and untrimmed hats. M E Jannell runs a millinery sale with hats and trimmings at reduced prices. Cleary & Williams advertise fleeced lined wrappers and a $9.75 all wool jersey overcoat.
Comptroller of the Currency Charles G. Dawes orders semi annual examinations of national banks to cover all cities nationwide. Previously New York, Boston, Philadelphia and Baltimore had full coverage with yearly private bank examinations. Dawes halted bank compensated extra examinations to ensure impartial government oversight.
Washington reports several hundred delegates attend the Catholic Young Men's National union convention. Rev. William T. McGuire lauds Catholic service in war and cites Father Chidwick of the Maine for extraordinary courage. Rev. D. J. Stafford urges greater church loyalty and activity among young men.
The notice explains a trade policy offering a Cash Card System where customers receive a five cent discount for every dollar spent. It references prizes of wares books or pictures as rewards to secure trade, and assures the discount is applied to all customers.
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