Milford Man Reaches 69th Master Mason Anniversary
George E. Stacy of Milford aged 64 is veteran chair of the Milford school committee and longest serving Mason. Made Master Mason in 1859 and Knight Templar in 1860, he holds life memberships in Montgomery Lodge Milford Commandery Kt. T Mt. Lebanon Chapter and Milford Council R S M. He is likely the oldest Mason in the state.
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French labor barred from greeting Wilson in Paris
Paris reports that French labor will not participate in the formal welcome for President Wilson. Premier Clemenceau told delegates the labor federation may present an address only with the president's personal permission, so the plan was abandoned.
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Milford Mason Celebrates 59 Years in Montgomery Lodge
Milford man, the oldest member of Montgomery Lodge of Masons, marks 59 years of continuous membership. He has served the lodge in multiple roles and remains active in local fraternal circles.
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Milford Man
Montgomery Lodge of Masons
Mr Wilson Arrival Draws Cheering Crowd Adherents Join
Adherents join with the people in cheering Mr Wilson as he arrives, creating a festive public moment.
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Carlton Head of Cables Takes Charge of U S Marine System
Newcomb Carlton, president of Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company, is named by Postmaster General Burleson to oversee all United States marine cable systems. Carlton accepted the post after George G. Ward of Commercial Cable Company declined.
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New York
Carlton takes over unification of cable operations
Mr Carlton, appointed by Mr Burleson, orders the exclusion of Clarence H. Mackay and others from supervision of marine cable systems taken over by Wilson’s proclamation on November 2. George Clapperton to supervise under protest, while Carlton aims at unification without government ownership and expansion of a strong American cable network.
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War Dept to Turn Back 800000 Dead Weight Tons Ships
Washington announced 800000 dead weight tons of ships will be redirected to trade routes. New York shipping circles call it a major postwar adjustment to ease export blockages that threaten manufacturers. Ships will be allocated by the United States Shipping Board to various trades, notably South and Central American commerce.
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German Prisoners Keen to See Wilson
Brest December 13 A feature of the welcome to the President was the suppressed interest of German prisoners at Brest They were as keen as the crowds but kept in the background along the route to the station Delegations of patriotic societies and locals in Breton costumes lined the way.
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Brest
Wouldn't Marry Any Harvard Man
The Post prints student and college woman interviews revealing a preference for husbands who share home life and devotion over Harvard or professional men. Respondents cite chivalry, outdoor work, and mutual interest as key, while fearing doctors professors and scholars bring absence or risks. One senior emphasizes wanting a partner who invites her into his life and work and seeks joint success.
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North Cambridge Woman Claims Tiny Title Amid Pride
Mrs Joseph Richards of North Cambridge proclaims herself one of New England's smallest women. She stands 4ft 7in and weighs 48 pounds, with shoe size 11 2. She asserts she can perform most tasks rivaling larger women and jokes about reaching top shelves without aid.
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Hearing on meat packing bill Dec 19 in Washington
Hearings on the administration bill to regulate the meat packing industry as recommended by the Federal Trade Commission will begin Dec 19. Chairman Sims of the House interstate commerce committee said today. Commission members and other proponents of the measure would be heard first, then the packers or others interested.
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Federal Trade Commission
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House Interstate Commerce Committee
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