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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1897
Page
4
The article highlights Star Pointer as the premier track star. It notes transfers and shipments affecting markets from Cape Colony to English dealers. It cites Marlboro Haverhill and other New England shoe shipments and mentions excerpts from the Atlantic and Boston Journal discussing equality and loaf prices.
A court rules a wife may be liable to suppliers who furnished materials for finishing and repairing her home sold and delivered on the husband’s credit, when it appears he acted as her agent and she believed he owned the property.
The September Granges will discuss Grange history with two questions from the national lecturer. The first asks what influence led to the creation of a national farmers organization before Grange was organized. The second questions whether the Grange is fulfilling its mission and meeting current demands.
The Enterprise warns that Klondike gold mining companies push shares at greatly reduced prices with extravagant dividend promises mostly based on promoters' hopes. It notes paying Alaska claims are not for sale cheaply and likens such schemes to lotteries. Investors should only invest with trusted backing and their own money.
The article describes Uruguay as a small South American republic with Montevideo as capital. It covers 72 112 square miles and a 750 000 population. The land features pampas and Cerro Pelado, with a mild climate and a history of revolutions. The economy relies on agriculture and exports such as hides wool and jerky beef, while minerals and stones are found. Government patterns mirror the United States but struggle between military rule and chaos.
The Salem News questions aggressive police action by Waltham authorities, suggesting mass arrests of young men violating state laws or ordinances and swift court punishment. The piece argues such drastic measures might appeal to older citizens, reflecting unrest over policing approaches.
The Waltham Free Press Tribun urges that police should act on law infractions without waiting for citizens to file complaints. It argues officers know laws and duties, and must proactively apprehend violators rather than rely on public prompts.
Maynard reports its schools won t open before Sept 13 with hope the building will be ready. Local items include Mies L M Clark s return from a Fort Bond trip, residents at Weymouth Centre and Nantasket beach, St George s church services starting Sept 5, rehearsals for the Maynard fife and drum corps, the brass band performing in Boston on Labor Day, and various local business and street work updates. A small barn fire on Julius Loewe s property caused no injuries.
Local residents share vacations at Boston Princeton and Rye beach. A West Berlin quarry blast rattles windows while a Glines and Keeler window displays steel granite ware attract buyers. A social dance in Bolton and a bicycle misadventure near Berlin draw community chatter.
In a weekly weather summary from Boston, August reports show crop damage across New England. Potatoes in Maine and other areas are near total failure, with low yields in Connecticut and Vermont. corn and haying suffer from cool, wet conditions, while apples and grapes decline. Officials note frost risks and variable regional prospects for the growing season.
Washington reports no word on Cuban expeditions said to have sailed from Cleveland Florida Sunday night or on a Chicago departure. Treasury cited possible Tampa activity and noted revenue cutters Forward and McLean were ordered to maintain a tight watch over such an expedition for over a week.
Charles Knoche, who opened a barber shop in Loewe's block last week, was locked up Monday due to intoxication and taken to Concord Tuesday. He faces $5 assessed by the judge. Nicholas Shea plans a new shop in Knoche’s vacated space, while Michael Crowley will occupy a room being prepared in Thomas Farrell’s Summer street building. Townsfolk condemn the incident and warn against such drinking pressure from companions.
Maynard locals report upholstering and furniture repair by J Butterworth at Roberts house Summer street with suit making and pressing by Freedberg Carts on Nason street. Riverside Co operative Association Maynard seeks an energetic young man to drive team. Found hound dog claimed by owner who must prove property and pay charges to Joseph G Mears.
M A Blanchard of Shoreham Vermont sends heartfelt thanks to the Ladies Benevolent circle and all kind friends in Maynard for their recent contributions. Dated August 28, 1897.
The Maynards and Concords played a seven inning baseball game on the home grounds with strong outfield play and excellent third base work by Loughlin. After a late two run eighth, Concords won 5 to 5 in nine innings, with the third game likely to be arranged before season end. The Maynard brass band thanks participants for the lawn party success.
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