Patriot in Peace and War Captain Weeks of Massachusetts
A tribute to Captain John Weeks, born 1860 in New Hampshire, Annapolis graduate and public servant. The piece lauds his steady, workmanlike style, naval service, and tough, principled approach to reform in Congress, drawing parallels to Grant and praising his fiscal conservatism, self discipline, and broad expertise.
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Decorate Graves of Villa Raid Victims Memorial Day
Flowers will be strewn tomorrow on the graves of American soldiers killed in Mexico while pursuing Villa. Authorities ordered Memorial Day ceremonies at each grave. Reports say Candelario Cervantes had only 12 men when killed in the Las Cruces area May 25. American cavalrymen conducted effective actions.
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Mexico
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Las Cruces
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Konikow Marriage Sequel Alarms Socialist Circle
Dr Antoinette Konikow of Malden plans to marry a man who already has a second wife, following her former husband Dr Moses J Konikow. The public notice emerged after a Ford Hall Independent Workers Circle gathering where both couples met, with the couple’s wedding timing tied to an anniversary.
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Antoinette Konikow
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Moses J. Konikow
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Workmen’s Circle
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British Take German Town in East Africa Advance
London May 20 The British force advancing from the southwest of German East Africa reports continued gains. Brigadier General Northey telegraphs that Neu Langenberg north of Lake Niassa fell after the enemy evacuated it, with captures of ammunition food and stores. An enemy garrison at Marema near the Rhodesian border has been invested.
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Two Parades Lynn Feature Memorial Day Ceremony
Lynn held two Memorial Day parades after friction between Fort Banks regulars from D Company and Eighth Regiment and the Volunteer militia. Regulars escorted the Spanish War Veterans while the militia escorted the Grand Army men. They separate routes to Pine Grove Cemetery then returned together.
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John J. Linehan
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Lost Conversation Sparks Marriage Proposal Moment
A fragment shows a tense exchange with lines about not speaking and a playful prompt to marry. The brief snippet centers on a male speaker noting silence and another asking if silence means agreement, ending with a quirky marriage question.
Yale Freshmen Triumph Over Harvard in Freshman Baseball
New Haven May 30 Yale defeated Harvard 2 to 0 in the annual freshmen baseball game. Pitcher Brainard limited Harvard to six hits, and his third-inning homer sealed Yale’s victory. Captain Frank Lynch starred with three hits, three runs, a stolen base, and a decisive throw from left to the plate. Harvard’s McLeod and Burrell played well despite the loss.
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Requiem for Dead in Irish Rebellion Observed in New York
A solemn Mass at All Saints Church honored Irish rebels and executions from the recent revolt. Members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians attended as color bearers displayed the American flag the green Irish flag and the Sinn Fein Irish Republic banner. The Rev James W Powers praised the courage of the deceased as inspiration for Ireland's liberty.
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Tramp Seeks Return to Mother After Ten Years
A displaced man pleads to return home telling an old gentleman he has not seen his mother in a decade. The older man questions the man’s claim and suggests hygiene as a first step toward reconciliation.
Weight loss ad urges fresh air and kerain capsules
An advertising notice warns that indoor living worsens obesity and health. It touts getting outdoors, deep breathing, and taking kerain capsules after meals and at night to shed fat, claiming harmless, digestive benefits and quick noticeable changes.
Mary Sliney Dies in Wakefield at 44 Salem Street
Mrs. Mary Sliney longtime Wakefield resident and mother of Rev. Edmund F. Sliney of St. Augustine's Church South Boston died at her home after a three month illness. Survived by four sons and two daughters including Captain M. E. E. Sliney of the Filipino forces.
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Wakefield Widow Timothy Sliney’s Wife Dies After 49 Years
The deceased, longtime Wakefield resident for 49 years and widow of Timothy Sliney, will be laid to rest with funeral services slated for Friday at 10 o'clock in the morning.
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Honor Americans commemorated in Paris flowers for war dead
In Paris on May 3 ceremonies in Place des Etats Unis honored Americans who died fighting for France. Washington and Lafayette statues were buried under flowers. President Poincare sent a wreath while Senate and Chamber of Deputies committees delivered floral tributes.
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