Labor convention debates labeling and socialist plank
The American Federation of Labor gathering continued with a committee revising the souvenir book to remove objectionable images. Afternoon sessions debated socialism versus a Workingmen's Political League platform, with delegates including Emily Balch and Mary Kenny voicing views on women’s organization and union labels as the convention adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Federation of Labor
F. H. Proud
Pfaff
Daniel Gunn & Co
Hawley Street
Matthews
Josiah Quincy
International Bakers’ Union
Independent
Bakers’ Union
Bakers
O'Sullivan
Sailors’ Union
Committee On Resolutions
United States Treasury Department
Immigration Office
Treasury Department
Emily Balch
Congress
Commissioner of Labor
Mary E. Kenny
Providence Street
Boston
Lasters’ Protective Union
Foster
Sheehan
Miss Kenny
Pomeroy
Moran
Pierce
Stevens
Boomer
Justice
Providence
Mahoney
Ward Heelers’ Association
Legislative Committee
Workingmen’s Political League of Massachusetts
Cigar Makers’ Union
A. F. of L
Cooperative Commonwealth
Haverhill
Worcester
Clause
Clouse
Socialist Labor Party
Cooney
Mary Kenny
Extending the Strike Involves Fitchburg Freight Handlers
Longshoremen and freight handlers met at Wells Memorial Hall to gauge opinion on extending the strike. Groups 6572, 7174, 5789 East Boston, 9623, and 7174 Providence Local Assembly discussed broadening action to include Fitchburg road freight handlers at the docks. State Master Workman Padden cited a phone with stevedore E S Booth, who said no changes yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells Memorial Hall
East Boston
Lodge
Brotherhood of Railroad
Providence Union
Fitchburg Road
Padden
E.S. Booth
Leyland Locks
Booth
Local Assembly Officials Plan Conference After Interview
The report notes speeches by General Worthy Foreman Bishop James Maguire of the State executive board and local assembly officials. The executive board will meet with Mr Booth today to decide on next steps. If unsatisfactory a further meeting may be held. The strike is not expected to extend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worthy Foreman Bishop
James Maguire
State Executive Board
Booth
Coopers Demonstration Led by Labor Leaders in Cambridge
Local Union No 58 of the Coopers International Union of North America held a large demonstration last night in Grand Army Hall East Cambridge. P H Brickley of the Labor Leader Boston W R Cook of South Boston and James Ferguson of Somerville spoke. The State AFL session in Boston was warmly applauded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coopers’ International Union of North America
Grand Army Hall
East Cambridge
P. H. Brickley
Labor Leader
Boston
W. R. Cook
South Boston
James Ferguson
Somerville
American Federation of Labor
Wild Corn Pit Drives Chicago Market Rally
Chicago corn pit today showed intense activity with a near 7 cent rise in September futures and about 6 cents in May. Shorts surged before opening, cash corn climbed 5 to 7 cents, and trading spanned a broad range amid drought fears and lean receipts. Wheat oats and provisions also strengthened in step with corn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Nebraska
Bradstreet
Benjamin N Dodge Dies at 68 in Beverly Ice Pioneer
Benjamin N Dodge, longtime Beverly resident and ice businessman, died at his Cabot Street home at age 68 after health decline following a prior shock. A native of a New Hampshire village, he previously supervised a local grist mill, farmed, and built roads and water works as a town contractor. Dodge helped establish ice operations on Wenham Lake and owned large storage houses. He served three years on the Board of Selectmen and two on the Board of Assessors, and was a member of Bass River Lodge I O F and Liberty Lodge of Masons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beverly
Benjamin N. Dodge
Cabot Street
New Hampshire
Elliott Street
Wenham Lake
Selectmen
Bass River
Chelsea Police Veteran Henry Johnson Dies at 62
Henry Johnson, veteran of the Civil War and former Chelsea police officer, died at his home 20 Orange Street Chelsea of heart disease at 9 PM. A Nova Scotia native, he enlisted in Company H First Regiment on April 19 1861 and served until war’s end. He joined Chelsea police January 17 1871, serving fifteen years as patrolman, two as sergeant, and one as deputy chief before resigning in 1888. He worked at the Waverly House Charlestown as a watchman and leaves a wife and two daughters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Johnson
Orange Street
Chelsea
Nova Scotia
Waverly House
Charlestown
Horse Thief Run Down in Athol Mass
Philip Merritt 41 of Burlington Vermont, brother of Athol’s Joe Merritt, was arrested in Bellows Falls Vermont and brought to Athol by Sheriff Doane. A horse, carriage, harness were stolen July 24 from Joe Merritt’s barn and a harness from Charles Phelps’ barn. Merritt No 2 stole the team, traded in Boylston, sold in Claremont New Hampshire for $18, and tracked to Bellows Falls. Stolen property will be recovered. the thief admitted all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athol
Mass
Philip Merritt
Burlington
Joe Merritt
Bellows Falls
R. L. Doane
Charles Phelps
Merritt No
Boylston
Claremont
N. H
Sharks Shot At Creed’s Fishing Station in Goose Creek
Two large sharks lingering near Creed's Fishing Station were fatally shot after locals sprayed the water with arsenic bait. Captain H A Gloeckner used a rifle to dispatch the animals, towing then to Old Mill Landing where they measured over six feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goose Creek
Creed
H. A. Gloeckner
Weavers Consider Wage Reductions in Fall River
Aug 7 ex ecutive committee of Weavers and Spinners unions met to study employer wage cuts. Spinners gave no recommendation after lengthy discussion and may await mill plans. Weavers proposed possible vote to curb production three to four days weekly unless trade improves, with a 5 percent cut as alternative. Next union meeting set for Thursday to decide. New Bedford Weavers seek pact to enforce weavers bill provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fall River
Robert Howard
England
Weavers’ Executive Committee
New Bedford Weavers’ Association
Weavers
Gloucester Captain Held Over Canadian Fishhooks Smuggling
Captain John McKinnon of Gloucester is jailed on smuggling charges after importing Canadian fishhooks via Halifax and Boston. Customs officials seized 140 cases of hooks valued around 300 dollars. Brundage, a local dealer, and others are implicated. McKinnon pleads ignorance of the law and awaits grand jury action in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
John McKinnon
Captain McKinnon
Sam
McKinnon
Grand Banks
Baston
Halifax
Boston
George Parker
Charles W. Brundage
Atlantic Avenue
Pew
Galloupe
United States
Fisk
Federal
Brundage
Lynn adds seven regular officers and raises police pay
Aug. 7 Lynn Mayor Harwood announced seven regular officers including John Clark John F. Kane William H. Noyes J. O. Willey Harry E. Southwick Michael H. Joyce and J. M. Russell joining the force now sixty strong with Willey as lock-up keeper. An appropriation of 5000 funds a hospital for contagious diseases and 2650 for a new hook and ladder truck to West Lynn was approved. Marshall Wells salary raised from 1350 to 1600 and the city treasurer authorized to borrow 200000 in anticipation of taxes.
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Lynn
Harwood
Chelsea Burglar Arrests.September Report Names Suspects
Chelsea police arrested Lester H. Waters and Luther A. Bowen on charges of breaking and entering and larceny. The pair are accused of stealing revolvers and other items from Eugene C. Sparrow's store at 296 Broadway, Chelsea, on the night of July 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson
Elmer E. Tucker
Chelsea
Lester H. Waters
Luther A. Bowen
Eugene C. Sparrow
Broadway
Father Sullivan Receives Horse and Carriage Gift
In Lynn on August 7 Rev. Father Daniel F. Sullivan, pastor of Sacred Heart, was presented with a horse, carriage, and harness by Patrick Murphy. Ex-Alderman John Driscoll made the presentation in front of the parish house during a gathering of gentlemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn
Daniel F. Sullivan
Church of the Sacred Heart
Patrick Murphy
Father Sullivan
John Driscoll
Murphy
Arrest Report: Riley Detained Over Stolen Silver Watch
Thomas Riley age 24 is in custody at Station 10 for alleged larceny of a silver watch and gold chain from Patrick J. Kennedy on Cabot Street. Stolen items recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Riley
Station 10
Patrick J. Kennedy
Cabot Street
Newport Excursion by Special Train Tomorrow
Popular trip leaves Park Square station tomorrow for Newport at $1 round trip. Tickets available early at 3 Old State House and Park Square station. Limited numbers, act quickly.
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Newport
Park Square Station
Old State House
Park Square
Boston excursion to Crescent Park RI clam bake
An excursion Saturday August 11 departs Boston by special train to Crescent Park Silver Spring and Warren Rhode Island. Round trip fare is 1.00. Tickets go on sale this morning at 3 Old State House and Park Square Station. Limited numbers available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Crescent Park
Silver Spring
Warren
R. I
Rhode Island
Narragansett Shores
Old State House
Park Square Station
New York Yachts Race From Morris Cove to New London
The New York Yacht Club fleet enjoyed fair wind and sun as 24 vessels including Gossoon Wasp Navahoe Wizard Elsie Marie Merlin Marguerite Ariel Shamrock and others led from Matinicock toward New Haven. Spearwater marked the finish off the breakwater while rankings listed Elise Marie Merlin Ariel Marguerite Wasp Gloriana Emerald Sachem and others. Ashore, Speranza Ruth Iroquois and several sloops will join the fleet to New London tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Cove
Conn
New York Yacht Club
Matinicock
Baton’s Neck
Gossoon
Wasp
Navahoe
Wizard
Elsie Marie
Merlin
Marguerite
Ariel
Shamrock
Norwalk
Gloriana
Emerald
Sachem
Spearwater
New Haven
Elise Marie
Ildrim
Queen Mab
Atlantic
Nearera
Dagmar
Loyal
Eclipse
Minerva
Viator
Geralia
Katrina
Speranza
Wilkinson
Philadelphia Yacht Club
Ruth
Iroquois
New London
Peabody Centenarian Widow Mary Batchelder Celebrates Birthday
Mrs Sally Batchelder of Peabody will be 100 tomorrow. Born in Chichester New Hampshire August 8 1787 she is the third of fourteen children. She married Sallie King at 27 and son Cyrus Batchelder and son Samuel Batchelder live nearby. Despite aging sight and hearing she remains lively with a strong memory for dates and events. She is the oldest well authenticated local resident.
Victim of heat suffers during city utility work
Patrick Dugan of the city water department at Fisher's Hill Brookline was overcome by heat while in an electric car on Tremont street at 6 last night. He was removed to City Hospital in a police ambulance after being treated at Station 2 by Dr Dunn. Dugan, 60, of 7 Barton Street West End, remained in critical condition late last night.
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Patrick Dugan
City Water Department
Fisher’s Hill
Brookline
Tremont Street
Dunn
Dugan
Barton Street
West End
Fitchburg Victim Dies After Derby Freight Car Injury
Hugh Doherty a Fitchburg decorator seeking work was found under a freight car in Derby last Saturday morning. He died today at New Haven General Hospital. He gave no clear account of how the accident occurred and no further details are available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Conn
Hugh Doherty
Derby
New Haven General Hospital
Doherty
Fitchburg
Reading Light Plant Approved at Aug. Meeting
A special town meeting in Reading voted by a large majority to establish an electric light plant costing 50 000 dollars for commercial and domestic use, following a heated discussion that drew many citizens.
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Malden
Reading
U S Consul Underwood Dies in London
Francis H. Underwood United States consul at Leith Scotland died this afternoon after a prolonged illness. Death was caused directly by blood poisoning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Francis H. Underwood
United States
Leith
Scotland
Bequest Distribution From Mrs Hall Will
The will of the late Mrs. Lorinda M. Hall of New Haven was probated. Gifts include 1000 to Congregational Home Missionary Society New York and 1000 to Waterbury Industrial School. Hampton Normal School receives 500 and Mt Holyoke College 500. Remainder about 3000 goes to the Presbyterian Church foreign missions boards jointly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Conn
Lorinda M. Hall
Congregational Home Missionary Society
New York
Waterbury Industrial School
Hampton Normal School
Hampton
Mt. Holyoke College
South Hadley
Mass
Board of Foreign Missions
The
Presbyterian Church
American Board of Commissioners For Foreign Missions
American Missionary Association
Congregational Home Missionary Association of New York
Grocery Fire Suspects Arrested in New Haven
New Haven detectives arrest Hyman Marcus and Hyman Weinhouse, Oak Street grocers, on fire charge after a Sunday morning blaze. Fire Marshal Hubbard claims they falsified the loss to collect insurance, holding the pair on $1000 bail with evidence of overinsurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Conn
Hyman Marcus
Hyman Weinhouse
Oak Street
Hubbard
Salem Aldermen discuss water supply appropriation
Salem August 7 meeting shows the board did not act on a $75,000 water supply appropriation. A hearing is scheduled for next meeting on permission for work at 266 Essex Street after inspector objections. Richy Harrington requested the permit and awaits board action.
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Salem
Salem Board of Aldermen
Richiy Harrington
Essex Stre
Inspector of Buildings
Opening day of four days racing at Kent County Park
The Providence event at Kent County Park in Willows Grove drew about 1200 spectators. Hottest Joe, owned by D J Sullivan of Peabody Mass, won the 2 50 trot or pace, while Spaisy Ward took the 2 36 trot in straight heats.
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Providence
Kent County Park
Wwiills Grove
Hottest Joe
D. J. Sullivan
Peady
Mass
Spaisy Ward
Connecticut Republicans set Hartford convention date
The Republican State central committee met in New London and decided to hold the State convention in Hartford on Tuesday, September 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New
London
Conn
Republifcan
Portland Likely to Reach Deal With Ma Honey Tomorrow
ORTLAND Me Aug 7 Catcher Ma honey and the Portland management will probably come to terms tomorrow Mo oney will at once rejoin the team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ortland
Mahoney
Portland
Mooney
Ice cart accident injures Annie Mahan at Hanover Street
Annie Mahan aged 29 of 25 Hanover Avenue North End sustained severe hip injuries after being crushed between an ice cart and a wagon on Hanover Street last night. She was transported to City Hospital by ambulance from Division 1 for treatment.
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Annie Mahan
Hanover Avenue
North End
Hanover Street
City Hospital
American Tool & Machine Co Hangers and Pulleys Ad
The American Tool and Machine Co of 84 Kingston Street Boston advertises hangers and pulleys for general machinery and related equipment. The brief notice highlights their catalog offerings and location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the American Tool & Machine Co
Kingston St
Boston
Ines
General Machinery
Indignation Meeting Over Wakefield Postmaster Choice
In Wakefield Kingman Hall hosts a Democrat meeting protesting President Cleveland’s choice of Thomas Hickey for postmaster after Michael Low led the caucus. Supporters claim Low’s bid had broad party backing. Hickey’s backers cite large petition support and Everett’s interest. The dispute centers on party unity, influence, and potential rivals as Washington weighs the appointment.
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Wakefield
Kingman Hall
Cleveland
Thomas Hickey
Michael Low
Judge Upton
Charles M. Winship
Squire Hamilton
Squire
Low
Washington
Hickey
Bissell
Democratic Town Committee
Hamilton
Lowe
Town Committee
State Central Committee
Senate
Congressional
J. Fred Parker
Boston
Bowman
Everett
Dr. Everett
Post
Josiah Quincy
Harmony
Mr. Hickey
Mr. Low
CAMP MEETINGS AND ELECTRICITY AT OCEAN PARK
Large crowds attend Ocean Park events at Old Orchard as Professor and Mrs. Tripp perform a mock United States Congress with 100 members. Attendance and receipts set new records. Electricity day boosts interest alongside a busy Chautauqua program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Orchard
Ocean Park
Tripp
Emerson College of Oratory
Mary Fitzgerald Burns Feet at Swett Street Dump
Eleven year old Mary Fitzgerald of 1 Maiden Lane Roxbury ran across the Swett street dump in bare feet yesterday afternoon stepping into burning rubbish and suffering severe burns. She is at City Hospital for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Fitzgerald
Maiden Lane
Hampden Street
Roxbury
Swett Street
City Hospital
Let Us Make You a New Face Wartime Ad Parody
A sensational ad claims a global institution can erase skin marks and blemishes from a wide range of conditions. It promises transformative results by inviting readers to call or write, posing as the world’s largest institution.
John H Woodbury Facial Soap Inventor Ad
An advertisement touts John H Woodbury as the inventor of Woodbury's Facial Soap for skin scalp and complexion a soothing healing antiseptic daily use product backed by 20 years of dermatological experience It offers a 10 cent sample plus a 150 page illustrated book on skin care mailed sealed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John H. Woodbury
Woodbury
Parade in Sun Essex Cadets Camp Highlights 181 Strong
The Second Corps of Cadets camp at Chebacco Lake opened under heat and routine drill. The unit numbers 181, with companies A to D totaling 34, 33, 36, and 32 men. Batallion drills and a Dewson medal shooting contest ensued, while visitors included Adjutant General Dalton and former drum major Sergeant Perkins. Governor expected Thursday afternoon.
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Essex
Corps of Cadets
Chebacco Lake
Framingham
Walter S. Peck
Dewson
Second Corps of Cadets
Worthen
Bennet
Beane
Noyes
Kelley
Barnes
Dalton
Boston
Clark
Sergeant Perkins
Georgetown
Phillip Manning
Salem
C. J. Baker
A. H. Webb
Salem Cadet Band
New England Gleanings Town Meeting Actions and Notable Plots
In Greenfield Mass town meeting last evening approved clock and school funding while Silver street sewer matter referred to Selectmen. In Rochester New Hampshire George W Anderson, a major lumber dealer, filed petition in insolvency in Stamford county Probate Court. In Pittsfield Mass Christbe-4a Y Quick of Rhineckase New York arrived with Martin Daly, who stole a horse at Rhinebeck Friday. Daly will go without a requisition tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenfield
Mass
Pierce Street
Silver Street
Rochester
N. H
George W. Anderson
Strafford
Pittsfield
Uick
Rhingkase N. Y
Martin Daly
Rhinebeck
Daly
Kennebec Club Holds Annual Meeting at Maranacook
About 100 members of the Kennebec Fish and Game Association gathered yesterday at Lake Maranacook for the annual meeting and outing. A clam bake served as the centerpiece of the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta
Kennebec
Oakland burglary case before September grand jury
In Augusta Maine the Oakland burglary case at Hallowell yesterday saw Judge Owell issue $500 bonds for Maynard and Gross to await the September grand jury while Rowe was discharged for lack of evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta
Oakland
Hallowell
Owell
Maynard
Gross
Rowe
Board Finds Obstructions Caused West Outlet Wreck
Augusta Maine State Board of Railroad Commissioners met yesterday and reported that the West Outlet wreck on the Canadian Pacific railroad on July 2 was caused by obstructions maliciously placed on the track.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta
State Board of Railroad Commissioners
West Outlet
Canadian Pacific Railroad
Somerville? Warpath on rum sellers in Somerset County
Somerset County officers crack down on rum runners with a large seizure in Madison and a double horse load found at Anson. William Howard of Anson and Hilton Bros. of Madison each fined $100 plus costs and sentenced to sixty days in jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta
Somerset County
Madison
Anson
William Howard
Hilton Bros
Death of George Dorey After Motorcycle Accident
George Dorey of Newington died in Portsmouth from injuries suffered on the first of the month while riding home. He fell from his wage and struck, causing a spinal concussion and paralysis of the lower body. He was about 69, leaving a widow and four children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portsmouth
N. H
George Dorey
Newington
Early Texas Gop slate listed for 7th district race
Dallas dispatch outlines the Republican field for state offices including Governor Smith Lieutenant Governor Walker attorney general Waterson Comptroller Johnson Treasurer Davis Land Commissioner Breen Superintendent Swinburn and Chief Justice McDaniel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Tex
Smith
Walerom
Stroller
Johnson
Trea Urer
H. A. Davis
Thom
Breen
Samuel T. Swinburn
Supreme Court
Lott McDaniell
Funeral of C. H. Jenison Held in West Newton
Funeral services for Charles Henry Jenison of West Newton were held yesterday afternoon at 2 oclock from the family residence on Webster Street. Distinctions from the local lodge of the Knights of Honor and from the Veteran Firemen's Association of Newston attended the services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Henry Jenison
West Newton
Webster Street
O’clogek
Lodggé
Firemen’s Association of
Newston
Defendants Guilty in Dedham Assault Case
In Dedham this noon John and Minan were found guilty of an assault on John Dunlavey. The court heard the case, the defendants faced charges, and punishment or appeal actions followed as proceedings continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dedham
John
Minan
John Dunlavey
Dédham
Michael
Police Board Verdict Vindicates Sergeant Sheehan After Hearing
In a Boston hearing, Sergeant Sheehan expresses relief at vindication after charges were examined. He credits his honesty and stresses he faced public opinion, saying the outcome proves truth and justice prevailed. He notes no prior media criticism and speaks of his Boston roots and supportive friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quiry
Boston
Police Board Dismisses Sheehan Complaint in Turbulent Session
The police commissioners, after a stormy executive session, dismissed the complaint against Sergeant William J. Sheehan for conduct unbecoming an officer. Chairman Martin supported punishment, but the board upheld the dismissal and ordered the matter closed. The decision followed long deliberation and prompted cheers at Station 4. Deputy Superintendent Pierce is seen as disadvantaged by the outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Sheehan
Martin
Sheehan
Eldredge
Warren
Tenderloin
Division 4
Pierce
Clark
Whiting
Mrs Cush ing Reacts to Acquittal of Sergeant Sheehan
Mrs Cush ing at Emerald street asserts the verdict exonerating Sergeant Sheehan was expected. She says General Martin would have preferred a conviction but notes others were implicated and not pursued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheehan
Sergeant Sheehan
Post
Mrs. Cushing
Emerald Street
Martin
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Coopers
Wild Corn
Eeeee
Pat Kennedy
NEW York Yachts
Peabody
U. S
Chautauqua Electricity
Universalists
Weirs
Universalist Grove
Q. H. Shinn
Galesbury
W. E. Tomlinson
Hudson
N. Y
Elmer Felt
Milford
South Framingham
Dermatological Institute
Winter ST
Walnut Street
Philadelphia
New England
Lily White
C. H. Jemison
Mrs.ashing
Denet
Canal St
Arle TL Geet
Union
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