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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1896
Page
4
Boston water officials plead for heavy rainfall to ease shortages. The piece notes political questions about Elijah Morse and district representation, cites Armenian questions, mentions Chinese coal imports and tariff interests, and reflects regional concerns on infrastructure and policy.
A newspaper man’s purchase of a package labeled Old Gold smoking tobacco is treated as an expression of political views. The ruling centers on how consumption choices can signal political stance within public discourse.
The Indianapolis convention approved resolutions honoring the late W. E. Russell. The act is praised for its fitting gesture and contrasted with the Chicago convention's conduct to underline its superior propriety.
The Grand Army gained limited advertising for The Bugle Call, with merchants declining ads due to a prior Merchants Protective association vote against transient publications. The paper notes the refusals reflect adherence to past decisions and do not criticize the G A R.
Zion's Herald surveyed prominent ministers from multiple denominations on whether clergy should sermonize political issues during the presidential campaign. Opinions ranged from urging restraint to calling for vocal moral engagement, but all agreed national honor and honesty can be spoken of, with individual conscience governing action.
A Worcester West Chronicle clipping argues a business man should represent Massachusetts manufacturing interests in Congress. It endorses Weymouth as best suited, noting his recognition by the speaker for three key committee assignments and his proven record for the district.
The fragment lauds Weymouth for vast financial and manufacturing experience and trusted leadership. It argues he is the logical congress candidate for his district and predicts broad party support based on past achievements and future prospects.
The piece highlights George W. Weymouth as a seasoned Fitchburg leader in railways mills and industry. It notes his roles with the Fitchburg and Leominster street railway the Oswell and Nockeye mills and the Simonds rolling machine company. It also cites his board of trade presidency and contributions to state road and normal school projects. In contrast it endorses Elbridge Howe as a strong Republican candidate with broad support in Waltham Lawrence and Marlboro for the district convention and future leadership.
The Taunton Gazette praises Weymouth for his firm grasp on public business and influence in passage of highway aids. He supported building for common sense but opposed tearing down the Bulfinch front after district and state remonstrances, pledging no further aid.
An optimistic Boston editor predicts the end of the postwar downturn. He argues the country will recover quickly after the election, with renewed confidence, rising mill activity, full employment, and higher prices for goods.
A brief notice highlights the favorable reception of S H Howe as a candidate, noting strong local support and positive outlook for his campaign. The item emphasizes public approval and expected momentum in upcoming elections.
In Sudbury H. G. Fay jets a saddle horse expert and campaigning flags appear in town. The Thomas Bent estate at North Sudbury sold to Hastings of Wellesley. Apple shipments start Sept 10 with George E. Harrington sending two carloads to Liverpool. The Sudbury Grange hosts its eighth annual fair Sept 23 with music by the Sudbury brass band and a turkey dinner in Music Hall. Public schools reopen though high and Wadsworth delayed due to Miss Smith's illness.
Miss Harriet F. Crosby returns to duties from Wilton New Hampshire as stores announce Labor Day closing. Rosa Nichols returns to Hudson from Worcester with part of her school vacation at her father's home. Apsley Rubber Co plans land work east of the factory with carload shipments. F O Welsh processes a pension voucher for a 25 year old disabled veteran. George E. Lovejoy travels to Manchester for the centennial and James Hall serves as substitute at the station. Mrs Saunders attends the Thirty ninth Massachusetts veterans reunion in Nantasket and notes wartime bonds with local families.
The president pardons Henry M. Jackson to restore citizenship after embezzlement from the New York sub-treasury in 1887, a six year sentence and $10,000 fine are remitted. A Lexow committee witness admits perjury about bribery. A Rockland Maine landslide damages a lime quarry, risking a $50,000 loss. Manchester hosts semi-centennial events with speeches and concerts. Baseball scores list Washington over St. Louis and others. Typothetae convention opens in Rochester with 200 delegates. Mason granite plant sale promises 150 jobs after a fire. Tug C B Evarts burns nearly fully at Hoboken. Wade Hampton reports railroads show improvement after survey. Admiral Selfridge sails from Queenstown to Tangiers then Genoa. Sons of Veterans encampment gathers in Louisville.
Forecast for New England calls for fair and warmer conditions with northeasterly winds. Sunrise at 6 04 and sunset at 6 52 p m today lengths of day about 112 hours 45 minutes. Moon sets at 6 52 p m and tide at 12 30 p m.
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