Observant Citizen notes and local happenings in Malden Dorchester
Mayor George L. Farrell celebrates a quiet 46th birthday. Horace Winslow Warren retires from Henry L. Pierce school after decades of service. A Windsor England clipping marks a birthplace tablet for our Ancients commander. Inspector Jordan prosecutes bogus cream and substandard milk. fines around 250 dollars.
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George L. Farrell
Malden
Dorchester
Horace Winslow Warren
Henry L. Pierce
Mr. Warrén
Windsor
England
James O. Jordan
The
Board of Health
Bolster
Somerville
City
Principal Plummer Offered Fall River Post
Chelsea’s Fred erick W. Plummer may leave as principal of his High School to take the principalship at Durfee High School in Fall River. He returned from a visit to the spindle city and praised the reception by Fall River officials, noting the job brings greater responsibility and a higher salary.
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Chelsea
Frederick W. Plummer
B. M. GC
Durfee High School
Fall River
Broken Dreams Uncle Walt Sums Up Feared Presidential Run
In verse attributed to Walt Mason, a once-ambitious youth laments political ascent. He imagines opponents exposing past misdeeds from chicken roasts to stolen eggs, a hardened record that would doom any White House bid.
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White House
Taft
Walt Mason
Peas From a Home Garden In Cold March Planting
On March 17 amid cold and snow I planted peas. Despite snow and frost since, by June 16 I had enough peas for dinner, claiming the first from a home garden at Walthamite. Judge Murray of the municipal court recalled boyhood Latin responses for a Mass at St Marys of the Sea Nantasket, and rose to the occasion.
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Murray
Municipal Court
St. Mary’s of the Sea
Nantasket
Green dress returns to Common trees after fertilizer boost
Photographer J E Purdy notes top branches of Common trees turning green after a new under soil fertilizer. Superintendent John J Ryan of Suffolk School for Boys on Rainsford Island showcases a footwear collection from a hundred years ago, including peg-soled boots. Lucius Tuttle, ex president of Boston and Maine, enjoys a robust automobile ride despite a recent operation.
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J. E. Purdy
Mr. Purdy
John J. Ryan
Suffolk School For Boys
Rainsford Island
New England
Lucius Tuttle
Boston & Maine R. R. Company
Mr. Tuttle
Warden and sailors aid tales mix with almanac notes
An Ottawa letter recalls Warden C. B. Bridges en route to Belgrade Lakes for a fishing trip and Captain Thurlow describing near Isles of Shoals two 200 foot water spouts. The column also reports on the longest day lore, a Presbyterian convener choice, Judge Holmes’ Boston visit, Elks life membership for James McCarthy, and cannon provenance at Fort William and Mary.
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Maine
C. B. Bridges
Charlestown State Prison
Belgrade Lakes
New England
Thurlow
Newburyport
Beatrice C
Isles of Shoals
Bay State
Captain Thurlow
James F. McCarthy
Supreme Judicial Court
Boston
Protective Order of Elks
McCarthy
Pelletier
First Open War Act Mentioned In English Conflict
The text notes an act considered the first open war act against England. It discusses a cannon not captured then but on a later visit and references the Sullivan at the Battle of Brooklyn with Washington. It argues the gun should be returned to the old fort origin of the patriots.
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Robert Keayne
BARRE
England
Sullivan
Brooklyn
Washington
Old Fort
Fashions of the season in gloves hats and gowns
White gloves remain proper while tans and taupes grow in form. Bright colored taffeta scarfs capes and short wraps pair with lingerie dresses. Rose Chantilly veils enhance complexions. Beige straw hats for girls feature puffed flowered crowns. Petticoats in silk crepe de chine pongee china silk and soft taft have pleated flounces. Pumps short vamp shoes showcase silk stockings. Black satin evening slippers feature jeweled or gold and silver heels.
Knabe Murder Case Reopened by Grand Jury
Indianapolis June 19 Acting on a private detective statement the county grand jury reopened the Knabe murder inquiry. Dr Helene Knabe was found dead in her apartment October 24 1911 with throat cut authorities had ruled suicide but coroner called it murder. The local council of women hired Harry C Webster who provided evidence. he refused to discuss details.
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Indianapolis
Harry C. Webster
Council of Women
Helene Knabe
Knabe
Dr. Knabe
Webster
When Babylon Did Not Fall The Trents Reconcile At Centre
The Trents two childless years strain their marriage after a fever tragedy. A silent rift grows until they separate. A charity ride with orphans prompts reflection. In sunset light the couple forgives and vows to keep Jacky and Beth. Babylon did not fall for the Trents or the children.
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Jacky
Beth
Babylon
Nat
Rachel
Nathan
Rache
Fragmented Verse on Desire and Absence
A brief, lyrical excerpt contrasts longing and distance with sensory longing. It imagines giving all for a sense of a beloved, touching and tasting them, then losing them as wings flutter away and feet tread paths by chance.
Scalded Woman Dies After Milk Can Explosion
Mrs. Annie Kanuska, 21, of 75 Gore Street, East Cambridge, is dying at Cambridge Relief Hospital from severe scalds after a milk can exploded while she boiled water yesterday noon. The stopper blew out, scalding her face, arms and chest.
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Annie Kanuska
Gore Street
East
Cambridge
Cambridge Relief Hospital
Kidney Skewers with Parsley Butter and Walnut Treats
Cut kidneys in half and skewer with butter, seasoning. Broil six minutes total then fry buttered bread rounds. Parsley butter balls baked on bread. Includes two credited contributions from Mrs F Durant Fall River and Mrs D C Sherwin Woodstock Vermont with butter chocolate walnut mix.
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D. C. Sherwin
Woodstock
Spurmax Lotion and Canthrax Hair Care Ad
Advertisement touts spurmax lotion to prevent tanning and freckles with daily application and a DIY preparation method using hazel or hot water and glycerine. It claims the lotion leaves skin smooth and non sweaty. Also promotes canthrax mixed with hot water as a shampoo restoring hair shine and scalp health.
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