Boston doll show charms with antique and quirky dolls
At the Brunswick in Boston a first doll show for St. Monica's Home showcased dolls from Queen Anne to a 170 year old Miss Mehitable Hodges and a tiny Japanese pair. Notable figures included Polly Sumner 150 years old, Aunt Dinah the grab bag, and a diverse display of international dolls. Organizers included Sister Katherine and Miss M. C. Dean with helpers from Miss Hersey's school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brunswick
Boston
St. Monica’s
Queen Anne
Miss Mehitable Hodges
Tony
Miss Mehitable
Polly Sumner
Polly
Bunker Hill
Wales
Switzerland
Red Cross
Aunt Dinah
Dinah
Katherine
M. C. Dean
M. N. Dean
Peabody Nominating Controversy Stirs School Board Race
In Peabody the Republican convention faced criticism over its school board ticket, with Dr J B Dunn of the Committee of One Hundred warning of lower Republican votes on election day if the woman’s ticket is rejected. Courtenay Guild opposed the reported committee report and urged sticking with the existing slate. The debate highlighted tensions among party factions and the role of patriotic orders in education politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Dunn
Committee of One Hundred
School Board
Curtis
Dunn
F. H. Briggs
Wardll
Roger Scannell
Peabody
Woman's ticket blocked at Republican municipal convention
The Republican convention tried to oust the women's school committee ticket, substituting the committee of one hundred slate. G Waring Lovejoy of Ward 17 opened the motion to replace the women's ticket, and the convention overwhelmingly chose the other slate. Blanchard of Ward 18 reported for the twenty five member committee then urged the nominated list.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Waring Lovejoy
Ward 17
Committee of Twenty-Five
Blanchard
Ward 18
Fol
Boston's Oldest Families Honor Susan Peirce and Dillon Bronson
A high society gathering at 434 Columbus Avenue celebrated the marriage of Miss Susan Hall Peirce to Rev. Dillon Bronson of Newton. The ceremony at 7:30 was conducted by Bishop Foster and Rev. W. W. Ramsay. The Germania Orchestra provided music and Dooling catered. The couple will travel to California and the far West until January 24 before settling at 4% Columbus Avenue Allston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Silas Peirce
Columbus Avenue
Susan Hall Peirce
Dillon Bronson
Newton
Bishop Foster
W. W. Ramsay
Tremont Street M. E
Mildred
Elizabeth Peirce
Myra Hall Nichols
Julia Evans
Miss Nichols
Miss Evans
Charles Brown
Charlestown
Germania Orchestra
Dooling
Mrs. Bronson
California
Far West
Rollins Hollis Vows Sealed In Allston Wedding
A wedding at Allston united Miss Judith Gertrude Hollis and Mr. William Reade Rollins in a ceremony at 7 30 p m officiated by Rev D P Birnie. The bride wore white satin duchess with chiffon and diamonds, with maid of honor Florence L Baldwin and bridesmaids Rae Pond Margaret Pond and Gertrude Rogers in white and pink. Charles B Lowell attended the groom, ushers included A Hill Harry Ling George Wheeler Fred Hollis and Alexander Rollins at 433 Cambridge House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allston
Judith Gertrude Hollis
William Reade Rollins
D. P. Birnie
Florence L. Baldwin
Rae
Margaret Pond
Chicago
Gertrude Rogers
Charles B. Lowell
Newtonville
A. Hill
Boston
Harry Ling
George H. Wheeler
Fred W. Hollis
Alexander Rollins
Cambridge
Independent bid lineup shapes Boston elections
Aldermen Fottler and Hallstram seek re election as independents. Ex Representative George H. Bond and ex Alderman Samuel Kelley of South Boston considered likely to run as independent Republicans. Mayor John J. Maguire, defeated as an independent last year, is running again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fottler and
Hallstram
George H. Bond
Samuel Kelley
South
Boston
John J. Maguire
Close of Registration Adds 1100 Men and 2700 Women
Registrars report 1100 men added to the registered list bringing total eligible men to about 88 840. Women add 2700 to existing 72 bringing their total to 11 172. These figures are estimates and may be revised. The final voting list may be smaller after corrections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Registrars of Voters
Waltham Republicans Break Deadlock in Nominating Milton
In Waltham the municipal Republican convention ended a seven hour ballot fight at 38 15 this morning. Warren led Johnson 21 to 19 after the nine ty first ballots. One hundred ballots later Milton gained the last vote to defeat Johnson, as Warren supporters swung to Milton. Johnson faction may bolt the ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waltham
Warren
Johnson
Henry
Milton
Democrats name Smith for Waltham mayor and slate for Board
The Democrats nominated Judge BH. Irving Smith for Mayor. Arthur Lyman H. P. Barnes and R. M. Stark were named for School Board. Aldermen at large include Ward 1 N. F. Libby Ward 2 L. B. Foster Ward 3 Charles H. Jackson Ward 4 Daniel O'Hara Ward 6 Z. H. Cobleigh Ward 6 C. W. Sibley Ward 7 Joseph B. Bennett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waltham
BH. Irving Smith
Arthur Lyman
H. P. Barnes
R. M. Stark
N. F. Libby
Foster
Charles H. Jackson
Daniel O’hara
Z. H. Cobleigh
C. W. Sibley
Joseph B. Bennett
Ames Hair Garden Company Ad Promises Hair Growth Guarantee
The Ames Hair Garden Company of 62 Boylston Street Boston offers a guarantee to grow hair to half normal size and color on heads with thinning or bald patches due to disease or causes of premature baldness. Examination is free and the slogan no hair no pay applies. No medicine is sold or charged for. Hair falling stopped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boylston Street
Steinert Building
Boston
Humble St Pauls Wedding Unites Miss Fay and John Churchill
Miss Henrietta Fay of this city wed John P. Churchill a noted Milton lawyer in a simple ceremony at St Pauls Church. Rev Dr Lindsay officiated before about four guests with H L Shurtleff as best man and several Churchill relatives as ushers. A Vendome reception followed with guests from Governor Greenhalges staff and several colonels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul's Church
Lindsay
Henrietta Fay
John P
Churchill
Milton
Paris
H. L. Shurtleff
Joseph Churchill
J. M. B. Churchill
W. J. Teale
G. F. Towne
E. H. Stevens
Charles Churchill
Vendome
Greenhalge
Champlin
Moses
Farquhar
Benton
George Walter Fay
Boston
Wedding of Mr Fawcett and Mrs Caldwell
Bridesmaid served and Mr Edward Caldwell acted as best man. A reception followed the ceremony from 8 to 10 PM with an orchestra providing music. The couple received many gifts and will reside at 29 Orchard Street North Cambridge, being at home on Wednesdays after December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Caldwell
Fawcett
Orchard Street
North
Cambridge
Couple Wed at Columbus Avenue Church in Everett
At 8 o clock last evening the Rev. Scott F Hershey united James E Steck and Eleanor Roulston in marriage in the Columbus Avenue Presbyterian Church chapel. A large gathering witnessed the ceremony and a small reception followed at No 2 Bradford Street Place Everett. The couple will reside at their future home after receiving many useful presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott F. Hershey
Columbus Avenue Presbyterian Church
James E. Steck
Eleanor
Ella) Roulston
Bradford Street Place
Everett
Steck
Mentzer Fawcett Wedding in North Cambridge
Miss Angie Belle Mentzer daughter of Albert F. Mentzer New England Armour manager married W Mortimer Fawcett of Northboro at the couple’s North Cambridge home. Guests from Cambridge Somerville Worcester Northboro Fitchburg Woburn and others attended the lighted decorated ceremony conducted by Rev Peter MacQueen. Maud Fawcett sister of the groom assisted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angie Belle Mentzer
Albert F. Mentzer
New England
Armour & Co
W. Mortimer Fawcett
Northboro
Orchard Street
North Cambridge
Cambridge
Somerville
Worcester
Fitchburg
Woburn
Peter MacQueen
Day Street Church
Maud Fawcett
Americans Reopen Trade Talks in Bradford Wool Market
Claude Meeker reports numerous US manufacturers and wool buyers visiting Bradford, noting openness of world markets and price competition. Bradford makers see gains from free wool, with some worsted coatings already matching or undercutting Bradford prices. Consuls Harris and Anderson cite tariff shifts boosting business and effects on Canada trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Claude Meeker
United States
Bradford
Northfield Harris
Leeds
James 8. Anderson
A. G. Gilstone & Co
Glasgow
Great Britain
Dominion of
Canada
W C T U Convention Concludes in Cleveland
The National W C T U ends its meeting with debate on constitutional amendments and resolutions. Reports from organizers Harris Harper Parrish Ensign Carter Kenyon are presented. The group votes to allocate 4000 for national superintendent work and considers a kindergarten department and vegetarian work. Some delegates object to temple reference. Willard clarifies the report’s stance and it is adopted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland, O
S. C. Harris
Virginia
F. B. Harper
Pennsylvania
Clara Parrish
Illinois
Frances H. Ensign
Ohio
Carrie Lee Carter
Missouri
E. A. Kenyon
Vermont
Executive Committee
Chicago
Vessels Hit By Gale With Wires Down In St Johns
Telegraph lines are down as a gale drives ships ashore at Placentia and Harbor Grace. One vessel is a total loss, another may free herself. Harsh weather causes major damage to harbor shipping. Cape Breton and Corean are out at sea or delayed and damaged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. John’s
N. F
Placentia
Harbor Grace
Cape Breton
Corean
Gloucester Romance Links Cape Ann and California Nuptials
The Phillips excursion train from Boston carried Miss Bessie L. Smith to California to wed B Albert Sanborn. The 21 year old Gloucester bride and 24 year old Sanborn, kin to two Cape Ann families, unite after a romance that began through old ties and a long journey across the continent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Phillips
Union Station
Boston
California
Bessie L. Smith
Henry R. Smith
Cape Ann
West
James Poole
Eliza
Maine
Sanborn
B. Albert Sanborn
Young Sanborn
Berea College Advocated At Boston Meeting
About thirty prominent Boston educators and clergymen met at the Thorndike Hotel at the invitation of Berea College president W G Frost. They learned of Berea’s anti slavery founding, interracial student life, and affordable education the meeting emphasizing race work and the college’s debt free plea. Speakers included N B Shaler of Harvard and ministers A D Maye and W E Barton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Thorndike Hotel
W. G. Frost
Berea College
Kentucky
Frost
Arthur Little
Dorchester
Cassius M. Clay
Harvard
Yale
South
Berea
N. 8. Shaler
A. D. Maye
W. E. Barton
Shawmut Church
Women Union entertains with play and farce at Perkins Hall
About 800 attendees enjoyed a program in Perkins Hall on Boylston street comprising a one act play A Pair of Lunatics and a two act farce A Rice Pudding. Cast included H. Gittus Lonsdale Horace M. Gardner Rosamond Brockway May G. Norton and Mrs. George F. Steele with music by the Highland Quartet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women’s Educational and Industrial Union
Perkins Hall
Boylston Street
H. Gittus Lonsdale
Horace M. Gardner
Rosamond Brockway
May G. Norton
George F. Steele
The
Highland Quartet
Lynn Women Voters Nominates Hawkes and Rupple for School Panel
At the women voters convention in Lynn last night Mrs. Dr. Esther M. Hawkes and Mrs. Dr. Mira Allen Rupple were nominated for the city school committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women Voters of
Lynn
Esther M. Hawkes
Mira Allen Rupple
Page
Chain of Foot Binding Practices Described by Dr Haslop
The article explains how traditional Chinese foot binding is performed from ages three to four, detailing toe folding, snug bandaging, and increasing tightness as deformities develop. It notes the aim of a small foot, the role of professional bandagers, and severe risks including gangrene and death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haslop
Women’s Friendly Society Meets in Cleveland
The Central Council of the Girls' Friendly Society of America convenes in Cleveland with 38 delegates from dioceses including Boston. Miss Edson of Lowell resigns as president. the foundress title is honorary for life. Officers elected include President Mrs. Thomas Roberts of Philadelphia and Eastern vice president Miss Hoppen of Cambridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Central Council of the Girls’ Friendly Society of America
Boston
A. W. Remington
Baltimore
Edson
Lowell
Mass
Council For Life
Thomas Roberts
Philadelphia
Miss Hoppen
Cambridge
Portland Bribery Probe Tops Secret Session
Portland Maine mayor Baxter and police committee members met in a secret session to probe bribery charges against police officers tied to liquor traffic. Reported accusations claim officers received regular stipends from liquor dealers to permit sale without prosecution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Baxter
Fellows Must Defend in NY County DA Removal Proceeding
Governor Flower informed John R. Fellows that he must show cause within eight days why he should not be removed as district attorney of New York county. The charges of neglect of duty are brought by Preble Tucker Fulton Mc Mahon Charles Taber R W G Welling and Clarence Goodby of New York City. They allege he has failed to bring to speedy trial many indicted defendants for criminal offense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
Flower
John R. Fellows
New York County
Preble Tucker
Fulton McMahon
Charles Taber
R. W. G. Welling
Clarence Goodby
New York City
St Marys G A Ball Draws 300 Couples In Grand Anniversary
The St Marys Catholic Association anniversary ball at Roughan Hall drew about three hundred couples. The grand march began 9 30 led by Bernard McMackin and Miss Hannah Truman with guests including Aldermen Presho Lomasney and Representatives Toomey Shea and others in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary’s Catholic Association
Roughan Hall
Bernard McMackin
Hannah Truman
Thomas F. Coyne
Michael J. Gilbride
Michael F. Ryan
S. J
Bernard J. Doherty
William J. McGlinchy
Arthur J. McAvoy
Patrick W
Lynch
Presho and Lomasney
D. J. Toomey
Philip C. Stingel
Daniel J. Coody
George B. McKenna
J. F. Moakley
Tierney
Thomas F. Lynch
John Farrell
Frank McGrath
John McGrath
Shea
Cambridge
Mackerel Harvest Brings Large Night Catch at Provincetown
A school of mackerel fills Provincetown Bay with the season's largest catch, estimated over 20 000 fish. Gracie F. Smith is credited with 1250, H. D. Taylor 1000, Florence Pearl 770, Venus 729, while C. Emery gathered 625 alone with twelve nets. Prices stay around 9 12 cents for large fish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Provincetown
Gracie F. Smith
Cobb
H. D. Taylor
Florence Pearl
Daggett
Venus
C. Emery
Benefit sale aids Home for Aged Couples at Horticultural Hall
A relief committee in Boston hopes to raise nearly 2000 for the Home for Aged Couples at a sale in Horticultural Hall this week. Mrs. Remington and Miss Groesbeck head regional posts with donations arriving daily including crafts by elderly residents. A display of cakes, mittens, lace, and coverlids from local shops and individuals supports ongoing efforts as the sale continues through Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horticultural Hall
Rich
Plymouth
Mills
Brookline
Starlight Yarn Company
Hollander & Co
E. C. Anderson
W. Harriman
H. P. Jaynes
F. E. Bartley
Whitcomb
The Ways of Women in a Quiet Era
Farmers wives praise a child swing pump device while Auntie Vedder of Jackson Michigan hoards costly dresses she never wears. Self-consciousness hinders success as a frank, happy young woman with no nonsense appears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vedder
Jackson
Mich
Massachusetts Board of Trade Banquet At Quincy House
The annual banquet and meeting of the Massachusetts State Board of Trade drew many boards with an elaborate menu. Charles E. Adams of Lowell was unanimously reappointed president for a fifth term and delivered his annual report. Other speakers included L. G. Burnham, Edward Kemble, Solon W. Stearns, and several corporate and chamber leaders among prominent guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts State Board of Trade
Quincy House
Charles E. Adams
Lowell
Boards of Trade
State Board
Adams
Massachusetts
L. G. Burnham
Boston Associated Boards
Edward Kemble
Boston Chamber of Commerce
Solon W. Stearns, Esq
B. S. Barrett
Boston
J. Stearns Cushing
Norwood Business Men’s Association
Alexander Porter
Boston Real Estate Exchange
Samuel H. Thompson
New England Hardware Association
B. K. Moore
Boston Merchants’ Association
T. BE. Chamberlain
EB. L. Haley
J. M. Woods
J. C. Shepard
8. A. Stevens
J. M. Cochrane
H. T. Harnell
Austin Lord
W. J. Coughlin
C. D. Morse
S. A. Barton
Co. T. Whitcomb
J. E. Beals
Woman becomes a party manager for children’s events
A Philadelphia woman has taken a new occupation by acting as manager in chief for children's parties. She handles budgeting, guest lists, catering, music, entertainment, games, safety, and orderly departure, showcasing tact and resource while maintaining a feminine charm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Warriors Dine and Talk at Monthly Meeting
The Sixth Regiment MVM held a regular monthly meeting at the American House with Colonel Henry Parsons presiding. After lunch, members discussed military matters in an informal talk. The Massachusetts Society of Colonial Wars also held a banquet at Young's at 6 30 with Governor Francis E Abbott presiding and talks on historic topics by Capt A A Folsom W E Wilkins F E Abbott and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American House
Henry Parsons
Massachusetts Society of Colonial Wars
Young’s
Francis E. Abbott
A. A. Folsom
W. E. Wilkins
F. E. Abbott
Tailors Hold Mass Meeting In New York
The United Garment Workers of America debated granting charters to local unions at today's convention. A mass meeting is planned in Union Square tomorrow night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United Garment Workers of America
Union Square
Love Letter Echoes Through Time in Playful Verse
A nostalgic poem recalls a romance marked by longing and memory. The speaker cherishes a beloved letter and recalled kisses, dove songs, and winding fields from a past love, pledging devotion until death.
Mrs Harwood and Dr Babcock Wed at Grace Church Vestry
The marriage of Mrs Jennie M Harwood of Hotel Hunnewell Newton and Dr Archer Duval Babcock was celebrated at the Grace Church vestry Newton yesterday afternoon in the presence of intimate friends. The ceremony was performed by Rev George W Slinn of Newton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie M. Harwood
Hunnewell
Newton
Archer Duval Babcock
Grace Church Vestry
George W. Slinn
Old Drift columnist William D. Lowell dies at 69
Amesbury November 21 William D Lowell long known for the Old Drift column died this afternoon at age 69 He served on the Board of Selectmen two years four years as assessor and was elected this year for three years He leaves a widow The funeral will likely be held Saturday
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amesbury
William D. Lowell
Lowell
Board of Selectmen
Pickpocket Joseph Sullivan Arrested After Chase
Joseph Sullivan, recently released from State Prison, was arrested at Washington and Winter streets after following him for about half an hour. He was accused of picking the pocket of an unknown woman boarding an electric car. the purse with a small sum was recovered. Inspectors Knox and Appleton led the pursuit and noted prior attempts in several large dry goods stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Sullivan
Liberty
State
Washington and
Winter Streets
Knox
Appleton
Sullivan
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DR. Dunn
Guild
Messrs. Lovejoy
Douglas
Ward
Crockett
Cook
Lovejoy
Norcross
J. Henry Norcross
Tremont Row
Bronson
Peirge
Rollins
Hollis
Fottler and Hallstram
Waltham Democrats
Smith
Ames Hair Garden Company
Russia
Carter
Fay
Roulston
Mentzer
W.C.T. U. Convention
Mr. Sanborn
Miss Smith
Sacramento
Ogden
Helen Sanborn
Gloucester High School
St. Nicholas Hotel
Los Angeles
Girls’ Friendly Society
Fellows
ST. Mary's
G. A. Ball
Mackerel
Cobb, Aldrich & CO
Oliday
Wwe
Pws
Aee
Columbia Flour
Cobb,aldrigh & CO
Washington and Kneeland Sts
Central
M. Groesbeck
Western
Miss Kipp
A. B. Johnson
New Bedford
Boards of the State
Babcock
Harwood
Epps
Civil Service Gazette
James Epps & Co., Ltd
Homeopathic Chemists
England
Wilson Bros
Tilly
Casey—Hill
Chapel of Grace Church
Theodie Ie
Capoliseodore Buel Casey Og Minn
Janet Byng
Hill of Newton, Mass
Peter Dowling
Roxbugs Dowling
Owers
Ewman & Sons
Tremont ST
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