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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1920
Page
8
A Tom Thumb museum will be established in Middleboro preserving the late Countess Lavinia Magri widow of General Tom Thumb and her world famous furniture and treasures for posterity.
The Count Magri reveals a plan to establish a memorial museum in the house of the late countess, displaying her furnishings, dolls, medals, and gifts from crowned heads. He envisions an exhibition of her life with paintings of General Tom Thumb and the countess, across the street from the mansion he built.
A collection features countless medals and numerous autographed photographs of living and deceased celebrities. The items span eras and stand as a capsule of fame, fame tourism, and signed mementos collected over decades.
A note mentions Patti and confirms Middleboro plans a Tom Thumb museum in the near future. Local interest grows as plans progress for a quirky regional landmark.
Detectives Sullivan and Ryan charged Walter Feeney and James O'Brien with larceny by this process after a series of “dips” to divert attention while robbers stole pocketbooks. A trust company messenger lost 1100 in cash and securities last month in a coat pocket during a washroom distraction. The pair were held on substantial bail as police investigate further complaints.
Toronto March 4 Newton W Rowell Secretary of State for Canada deplored the United States failure to ratify the peace treaty saying it weakens public support for the League of Nations He warned the league must win support through its handling of its duties rather than expect it at the outset
Secretary of State Thomas Hall ruled that women may serve as delegates to national conventions but are not entitled to vote for delegates. The interpretation follows a Supreme Court decision issued yesterday afternoon that upheld women candidates for delegates on the ballot.
Washington report notes the introduction of another bill proposing a federal budget system. The item identifies a senator as the sponsor and frames the measure within ongoing fiscal policy discussions.
The King administration proposes a special budget committee in Utah. The plan would appoint the Treasury comptroller by the President, not the Secretary, to compile annual budgets for submission to Congress through the President.
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