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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1915
Page
8
A Florida Sunday melee near Maynard was halted by Officer Nicholas Driscoll. Teras Zvirdle was fined 10 for distorting the peace and 5 for assault on James Slacton, who received a 10 fine for disturbing the peace.
Mr and Mrs James A Coughlan and son Burton and Miss Lillian M Childs returned from Bangor Maine after visiting and attending the Hastern Maine fair races Maritime of Mr Coughlans stable won the 6 minute class Saturday in straight heats Mr Coughlan plans to attend races in Waterville this week leaving Wednesday
W. C. Croft is building a private office and toilets in the store of C. H. Stanley & Co. Mainst. An additional ladies waiting room will be provided in line with the progress ideas of Mr. Stanley and welcomed by patrons. Mrs. P. J. Sullivan and daughter have returned home from Nantasket beach.
An explosion at a local powder mill, estimated to contain seven to eight tons of explosive, rattled the town and echoed similar blasts at Du Pont Wilmington and a Gary Indiana plant. Officials hint at a sweeping federal investigation of such incidents nationwide. Washington officials reportedly take the case seriously.
Rep. George H. Creighton began a tour of his district this week meeting constituents who express hearty support for his work and views during the visits.
Mrs Ellen Coke died at her son James Cokes home in West Somerville Tuesday morning. The funeral was held Friday afternoon at the home of her sister Mrs Wilbur Hamlin. Rev Eugene Hunt of Northfield officiated. Burial followed in Glenwood cemetery with bearers Walter G Charmbury Wilbur Hamlin Charles Gullo and Albert Bilson. Floral offerings reflected the family’s esteem.
Mr and Mrs A Lloyd and sons Clarence and Hallard and Miss Grace Parkin returned home Wednesday evening from an automobile trip to Oneida New York. On the return they stopped in Albany to call on James N Haire who recently started a business there. William Owen accompanied the party from Oneida and is staying several days with the Lloyds.
Progressive lodge K of P held a meeting Wednesday evening with one membership application. Clifford B. Jones grand master of A. spoke boldly. W Vary Cameron and Charles Spence plan to attend the Fitchburg Hotel Raymond banquet and deputies convention next Tuesday evening.
Thomas Breck president of the local textile councils announces Miss Sara Conboy organizer of the A F L will speak Sunday in Cannon's hall at 3 o'clock. Breck will preside and Miss Conboy hopes for a large turnout of lady workers and others interested.
Through David Ban der of New Idea store merchants were canvassed about closing Wednesday afternoons all year. The move proved popular and most merchants aligned, noting Wednesday is a quiet business day and appreciating the opportunity.
Mary Gilbert Slater formerly Miss Rose Hannon took her final vows at St Josephs novitiate Canton on Sunday. She visits St Ann’s convent Marlboro with relatives and friends from here. James Carney and son Philip of Lawrence visited Mr and Mrs John Dacey. Huts Grodberg of Worcester spends the week with Mr and Mrs Samuel Lerer.
A letter to the Concord Enterprise from A. B., a Republican candidate for Middlesex county sheriff, denies spreading promises of jobs to gain support. He attacks Sheriff Fairbairn’s camp for allegedly offering “good soft jobs” to backers, citing a Melrose incident involving John D. Starratt and urging publication of his denial.
A detailed timetable lists filing deadlines and convention dates leading to the November 2 state election. Key dates include September primaries, October deadlines for nominations and convention filings, and the final filing hours for written acceptances and withdrawals.
Patrick J. Allen of Concord is attached for 1000 in a contract action by Edward F. Harmon and Amos D. Mahoney of Pepperell doing business as Harmon and Mahoney. Probate petitions seek Acton admintrix for Leon B. Pollard estate worth 3400 with real estate 2700 and personal 700. Esther J. Pollard named heir. East Cambridge hearing set Sept 13. Maynard lawyer Alfred E. McCleary represents petition. Will of Adaliza Puffer of Maynard dated 1909 names Abel G. Haynes as executor with private bequests. Guardian petition for Esther Pollard filed by Mabel J. Pollard with Alfred J. McLeary.
Bernard Stone vacationing at Nantasket and Memorial church services held at the centre. Miss Maribel Fairbrother and Miss Marie Fisher visiting relatives in Maine and Concord. Mr and Mrs George S Smith entertain relatives from Pike New Hampshire. Marshall L Richardson and ex partner Aaron White visiting. Rev G Walcott Brooks returns from Newport. Local workers resume duties as Clifford Burr recovers. Sale of horse, carriages, and furniture announced for H H Brown residence with terms cash.
A light anecdote follows two undergraduates as one reads a friend's letter to his father asking for money. The reader humorously notes spelling and deflects the father's potential suspicion, explaining the motive and the tone of the plea.
Boston farm agency seeks a Bedford resident with proven success and town respect to act as local representative. No real estate required but must own a car or team. Earnings projected at $2,000 yearly. include age experience and property ownership in a confidential first letter to Bedford Enterprise Marlboro.
The petition of the Inuts of Framingham town line seeks road relocation near Nobscot Spring House. Commissioners announce a September 27 auction meeting at eleven in the forenoon to oversee the proceedings and repairs as a matter of public convenience.
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