Officers hit hard in war as casualties rise in service branches
Washington reports higher casualties among officers than enlisted men with infantry bearing the heaviest losses. Among 1 000 infantry enlisted there were 270 killed or wounded in France while officer casualties reached 830 per 1 000. Death rates were highest for regular army officers and for West Point graduates in combat roles.
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Washington
West Point
France
Military Akademy
Arthur orders Allie to close establishment after police court
In police court Allie was fined $200 and costs. She received a stay on condition she close up her establishment. Arthur urged companionship and instructed to come with him to police headquarters.
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Kewie Te City
Jong
Arthur
Allie
Youth Now Seeks Freedom in Tennessee Divorce Case
Henry Timothy, 73, formerly married to Sutton’s widow, seeks annulment of his marriage claiming lack of consent and nonresidency. Court records show no notice by publication. several witnesses state they did not know the wife.
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Knoxville
Tenny
Sutton
Henry Timothy Een
Chudadey ‘Court
Chan i. Tate
Live High on Strike Bonus In Day
A fragmented note reports a strike bonus of two dollars per day for remaining labor, with unclear management and subletting of jobs noted as ongoing. The incomplete text mentions instances of winning and recording subsequences amid the work disruption.
Concord News Roundup: residents travel and local events
George Hefty enters employ of Zeigter. Dr Rich buys a new Overland. Local guests travel from Framingham to Concord. many residents visit relatives in Bangor and Nova Scotia. A mission at Help of Christians Church and a 60 cent dance planned by G. Connett K. of G. mark community life.
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George Hefty
A. G. Zeigter
Rich
Margaret Burke
Maranacook
Ee Ae Ues
Virginia Christian Thomas
Lawler
Charlestown
Hastings
Cambridge
Robert Harvest
Peter McCallion
North Andover
Charles Doyle
Thomas Prendergast
Bryant and Stratton’s Business College
Boston
Annie Dalton
Elizabeth Pair
Framingham
Etta Carroll
Chas. W. Allen
Allen
California
Mexico
Miriam Haskell
Bridgeport, Conn
John J Sullivan Named Middlesex County Census Supervisor
Director Samuel L. Rogers announced John J. Sullivan of Concord Junction will supervise the 1920 Census in Middlesex County. Sullivan brings 25 years of statistical work with U S and state bureaus and Boston birth statistics. In 1910 Middlesex counted 280 enumerators under census direction. Sullivan will oversee over 300 across the county.
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Samuel L. Rogers
Washington, D. C
John J. Sullivan
Concord Junction
Middlesex County
Sullivan
United States
Boston
U. S
Census Department
Holy Name Society Elects New Officers
At a Sunday evening meeting at Help of Christians church the Holy Name society elected Edward Hanley president M J Farrell treasurer and John O Reilly to the post of secretary for the year the report notes.
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Holy Name Society
Help of Chistians Church
Edward Hanley
M. J. Farrell
Treas
John O ‘Reilly
Jewel superstitions from olden times reveal gem powers
The sapphire warded against venomous bites and apparitions while the emerald supposedly prevented giddiness and lengthened memory. The ruby was seen as a powerful amulet to ward off plagues and keep the wearer cheerful.
Primary nominations set for state offices and Senate race
On Tuesday next there will be nominations for state offices and for Senator and Representative. Rep John Mithe and BB Wil oes ner tig Waltham enter the contest for Senator. Lieut John C Dolan a World War Veteran with Co A 101st Inf serves as Democratic candidate from this district unopposed. Representative Loring B Young of Weston is unopposed for Republican renomination.
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John Mithe Ana BB. Wiloes
Concord Centre 7 Troop 1 Boy Scouts Receive Victory Loan Banner
Concord Centre 7 Troop 1 Boy Scouts held a meeting Friday evening and were presented with an Industrial Victory Loan banner for their work in the Victory Loan campaign. A duplicate banner will be given to the other two troops. Assistant Scoutmaster Herbert B. Smith has returned from vacation and will be on duty at the next meet.
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Sam Reed
Davis Market
Andrew Peterson
Torrey & Vialle
William Hamill
Thoreda St
Samuel Crown
Conocrad Junction
Conant House
Riverside Ave
State Guard
Boston
James J. Mansfield
Berkley Wheeler
Boston Harness Co
Deaconess Hospital
I. 0. Webber
M. J. Kelley
Catherine Lawler
Nantasket Beach
Concord Centre
Herbert
B. Smith
New Names Added to Local State Guard Duty
Members of the local State Guard have been doing duty in Boston during the strike. Many names have already been noted as ex service men being recruited to strengthen the company.
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State Guard
Boston
Peg
Oh, Be Careful Girls Warns of a Deceptive Suitor
A note on cautious dating warns that a charming man over thirty five in evening dress with thinning hair may be unsafe. The text critiques moral panic and urges vigilance against predatory behavior.
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Herry
Leon Wilson
Saturday Evening’ Post
Pilgrim Deeds Land I Duties Book Promotes Congregational History
The Tercentenary of Congregationalism in America marks the 300th anniversary of the Mayflower voyage with a new handbook A Handbook of Congregational History and Outlook. The Trinitarian Church plans a class based on the book starting next Sunday at 7 pm in the chapel to explore the Pilgrim movement shaping the nation.
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Congregation
Ism
America
Plymouth
Massachusetts
Anniversary Salute For Mr and Mrs Chase
The town honors Mr and Mrs Chase on the 50th anniversary of their home on Main at Concord Junction with flowers and well wishes. Chase served many years on the school committee and contributed to local welfare and a line of maple trees once planted along Main Street remains a memory of their generosity.
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Mit
Abia
Concord ‘Junction
Chase
My. c
Chaze
Local millinery shop to open soon with lunch room
The Main Street store occupied by Mrs. a millinery seller is near opening under Miss Kittie Loftus who has run an ice lot and lunch room. The Tea Room offers fancy articles and cooking items and invites inquiries to Miss Loftus in the Women’s Exchange effort.
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Bt ‘Ly
Kittie Loftus
Miss Loftus
Misa
Scouts Charity Food Sale Draws Strong Support
A community food sale organized under the Scouts auspices raised a good sum for the Scout charity fund. Volunteers coordinated car transport from Boston to Concord with 8 am and 1 45 pm trips. The event at Mrs Bradford’s Lowell Road home drew broad local support.
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Ternoon
Advertised L T Chester Scribner and Miss Myrtle Robinson
An advertising notice lists Chester Scribner and the names Myrtle Robinson and others in a public listing. The fragment presents multiple names and titles incomplete, indicating a classified notice or announcement.
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L&t
Chester Scribner
Peter
Myrtle 5Binson
Murtis Snow
Large Attendance at Monument Hall Whist and Dance
Heavy rain did not dampen participation as Dig 56 A O H hosted a whist party and dance in Monument Hall. From 8 to 11 the crowd enjoyed games then dancing to Sheridan's Orchestra of Maynard. prizes awarded to Miss Elizabeth Blakely Miss Frances Shaughnessy John Brown and Frank MacDonald.
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Monument_hall
Sheridan
Maynard
Elizabeth Blakely
Frances Shaughnessy
John Brown
Frank MacDonald
Patrick McPhillips
John Dempsey
William Driscoll
Davie Carrey
Edward J. Brennan
Minstrel Show Rehearsals Ahead of Nov 6 7
Rehearsals are underway for a minstrel show to be held on November 6 and 7 under the Ladies' Auxiliary A. O. H. The event takes place in Monument Hall with dancing until 1 AM the second night and music by Newell's Orchestra of Marlboring.
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Ladies’ Auxiliary
A. 0
Monument Hall
Newell's Orchestra of
Marlboroign
Dog killed in traffic tragedy near Boston
Miss Kittie Loftus mourns her pet as it was struck and killed by a truck owned by 8 G Appleman, Boston produce dealer. John Connors witnessed the accident as another dog nearby was hit by a passing car, breaking its pelvic bone and needing surgery at Angell Memorial Hospital in Boston.
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Kittie Loftus
8. G. Appleman
Boston
John Connors
Angell Memorial Hospital
Middlesex School Opens Tuesday and Launches Football Season
The Middlesex school will open on Tuesday September 23. Faculty Coach David A Baldwin will announce the football candidates immediately as the first contest is staged Saturday afternoon against Concord High on the Middlesex gridiron.
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Middlesex School
David A Baldwin
Concord High
Middlesex
Plans Completed For 26th Fret Social Dance Event
The committee for the Military Police Veterans association fret social dance meets to plan a Saturday event at the State Armory. Guests from nearby towns and ex-service men statewide are expected with Ida ns orchestra of Maynard providing music for a crowd likely to have a good time. Auction notices list property and livestock sales by Otis H Forbush to be held September and October. Several small want ads follow for lodging and services in Concord Massachusetts.
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Military Police Veterans’ Association
State Armory
State
Idan
Maynard
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