Prohibition Debate Fires Lynn Political Meeting
In Lynn on October 8 a mass political meeting, led by Melville Harrington, urged a single issue for Prohibition. John B. Finch criticized Republican Governor Larrabee and party pledges as inconsistent with temperance goals, arguing prohibition must be settled regardless of party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn
Spreian
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Melville Harrington
Prohibition State Committee
Prohibition Club
National Prohibitory Party
John B. Finch
Iowa
National Prohibition Party
Ayl
Larrabee
West
Jay Gould
Leland Stanford
Massachusetts
Georgia
State House
Somerville
Impolitic Appointment Shocks Prohibitionists
Governor Ames names ex-Senator James R. Dunbar to the western district attorney post replacing Waterman. Prohibitionists recall Dunbar’s opposition to a constitutional liquor amendment and condemn the choice as insincere temperance stance by the Republicans. Dr. A. A. Miner says the appointment places Dunbar over liquor cases in the western district with power akin to Suffolk county, amid broader GOP temperance questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
James R. Dunbar
Westfield
Waterman
Dunbar
Republican Party
A. A. Miner
Stevens
Suffolk County
Dr. Miner
Appointment criticized as improper and politic
The quote argues the appointment of Mr. Dunbar harms the Republican party, harms Prohibitionists, and deepens opposition to the party's platform, suggesting the move is both improper and impolitic in the current political climate.
Suffolk Republican Senatorial Convention Holds Session
The eighth Suffolk Republican senatorial convention met at the Republican city headquarters covering Wards 19 22 and 25 now represented by Senator John F Shea. After a press exclusion the gathering adjourned to Monday to hear a three member report on two candidates J P Gragg B Ward 22 M Fiske Ward 25 and William K E O Flaherty Ward 19. H Fr Spach was reelected to the State committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suffolk
John F. Shea
J. P. Gragg
M. Fiske
William KE. O'Flaherty
H. Fr. Spach
Brookline Republican Club Debates Surplus Plans and Navy
Brookline Town Hall hosts about forty Republicans with ex congressman John W. Candler presiding. Speakers discuss using the national surplus for pensions tax relief education steamship subsidies a navy and Alaska development with talk of a merchant marine and federal support for veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Club
Brookline Town Hall
John W. Candler
5. C. Tovey
Republican Club of
Brookline
New York City
Charles E. Soule
Soule
David Hall Rice
Edward Stanwood
B. F. Baker
United States
Chester
Alaska
Hovey
Lodge Fails to Draw at Republican Rally in Lawrence
Republican rally at the Opera House drew a small crowd as Congressman Henry Cabot Lodge and Councillor Frank D. Alien spoke. Lodge defended tariffs and replied to Lovering's Democratic gubernatorial nomination letter amid low enthusiasm. Attendees moved to form a Republican club after the meeting.
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Lodge
Lawrence
Opera House
Henry Cabot Lodge
Frank D. Alien
Lynn
Lovering
Republicans plan large ratification meeting in city
The Springfield Homestead notes a GOP push for a big ratification gathering. Talks favor ex governors Long and Robinson on one platform, but both balk at joint appearances. Speculation links Draper and Haile as a business-friendly ticket, with Duties around Mee and Irish Home Ruletouches. A Natick British Political Association forms with officers Todd Finley Williams Eaton Best and an English first papers session planned tonight.
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West
Lovering
General Butler
Long
Robinson
Mr. Long
General Draper
Hopedale
Massachusetts
Ames
Draper
Haile
Danny
William Mee
Holyoke
Springfield Homestead
Ireland
British Political Association
Natick
John R. Todd
Albert A. Finley
E. Williams
8. K. Eaton
Robert Best
Death of temperance advocate John B. Finch in city
John B. Finch a noted temperance leader from the West died suddenly of heart disease at the eastern depot after addressing a prohibition meeting in Lynn. The body was sent to Tinkham's. Mr P W Pratt arranged preparation for shipment to Chicago. Finch chaired the national Prohibition party executive committee with HQ in Chicago.
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John B. Finch
Astern
Lynn
Boston & Maine Road
Steadman
Tinkham
Howard Street
P. W
Stop-Over Checks Put Ten Day Limit in Question
In Malden District Court H A Trafton sues Boston and Maine for fare from Portsmouth New Hampshire to Boston arguing a stop-over check issued April 16 limited to ten days should be valid anytime. He protested when conductor did not accept the check in September and refused payment.
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Malden
District Court
H. A. Trafton
Boston & Maine Railroad
Portsmouth
N. H
Boston
Lrafton
Dover
Trafton
Failure of a Flour Firm Whitaker & Co Attacked by Creditors
The wholesale flour dealers James E. Whitaker & Co of 174 State street face attachment after defaulting on several notes due Saturday. The firm with partners James E. Whitaker of Somerville and H. M. Bishop of Malden sought creditor compromise and hoped to resume business on a firm footing.
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James E. Whitaker
A& Rule
Whitaker
Post
Charles H. North & Co
Chamber of Commerce
Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company sails to Montreal
OFF FOR MONTREAL over 200 members of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company marched in uniform from their armory for a parade through South Market and Commercial streets toward the Boston and Lowell station. Forty brought wives and boarded the 45 train. This first border crossing marks their annual fall field day and a cordial Canadian greeting is anticipated.
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Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company
South Market
Montreal
Panger State
Court
Sudbury
Portland
Boston & Lowell
Art Notes on Portraits Sculptures and Art League Changes
An exhibition at Noyes & Cobb features a striking crayon portrait of George Draper by Otto Grandmann. The late Mayors statue by H. H. Kitson awaits bronze casting and European work in Paris for about a year. The Art Students League of New York opens with changes including Brush and Fritz joining and a new antique preparatory class to improve student methods.
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Noyes & Cobb
George Draper
Hopedale
Otto Grandmann
Thomas Doyle
Providence
H. H. Kitson
Kitson
Europe
Drake
Paris
Art Students’ League of New York
George de Forest Brush
Sartain
B. R. Fritz
Weir
Coal Prices Rise as Trade Group Sets March Upward
A Retail Coal Trade Association executive committee met and agreed on a 26 cent per ton advance for all anthracite types effective Tuesday morning Oct 4. New York and Philadelphia port producers have raised cargo prices by 25 to 80 cents amid strong demand in New England and the West. Shipments to Boston may ease after navigation closes later this month and retail prices could drop. Deliveries within old Boston city limits list stove and chestnut 6 26, egg 6, broken 5 75, Franklin 7 50 with extra carting outside city limits.
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Retail Coal Trade Association
New York
Philadelphia
New England
West
Boston
Old City
Franklin
Golden Stakes at Mystic Park This Day
Mystic Park hosts the golden stakes races with 17 entries in foals of 1883 and 14 in foals of 1884. E Mosher will exhibit his stallion Onawa and offspring including Onawa Jr, while A E Gilbert of Derby Conn presents the filly Altagetta. Breeders’ meeting to follow.
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Mystic Park
E. Mosher
Onawa
Onawa, Jr
A. EL. Gilbert
Derby
Conn
Altagetta
Letter to the Editor on a Board Testimony Controversy in 1887
Stacy Fowler of Boston writes to defend the Congregationalist account of a Christian Union claim about a young lady denied probation by board officers. He cites a clergyman’s letter alleging Dr Alden repeated the denial and urged avoiding the prudential committee.
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Congregationalist
Christian Union of
Retrimming Seal Sacques and Muffs by Kakas & Sons
As cold weather nears, Edward Kakas & Sons of 404 Washington Street advertise their skill in reducing and retrimming seal sacques and muffs. The notice promises safe handling and complete success for this delicate work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Edward Kakas & Sons
Washington Street
Fall River Line Reduces Fare to New York and Beyond
The FALLSRIVER Linn announces a fare cut of one dollar to New York and distant points via its Cle ae route, signaling lower travel costs for passengers seeking extended service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fallsriver Linn
New York
Kennebec Steamboat Co Schedules 5 PM Sail Tonight
The Kennebec Steamboat Company changes the sailing time to 5 o'clock p.m. a week from today, affecting passengers and crews planning trips.
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Kennebec Steamboat Company
Lynn grocer driver confesses embezzling from employer
William Cunningham, a driver for Wyman Pooler & Co of Market Street Lynn, arraigned on embezzlement charges after confessing to Marshal Neil. Held on $1000 bail, he admitted diverting funds over about a year, padding bills with fictitious customers and misappropriating roughly 3500. He cites wife and three children amid illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Cunningham
Wyman, Pooler & Co
Market Street
Lynn
Cunningham
Marshal Neil
THAT ELECTRIC CAR ON CAMBRIDGE RAILROAD ARRIVES IN NEW YORK
An experimental electric car built in New York for Cambridge line arrived yesterday. Batteries expected today with two Sprague motors on the axles. The Stephenson style car features high top and ventilator ceiling, chandeliers, electric signal bells, and an automatic whistle. West End Street Railway and West End Railroad Company signs appear on the exterior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cambridge
West End Street Railway
West End Railroad Company
City notes on trains deaths and local events
A man believed to be Thomas Curry of Waltham was found dead beside the Fitchburg line near Waverley, after jumping from the 7:30 train. The piece lists local meetings, lectures, water supply talks, horse auctions, cricket, and jail statistics from Boston institutions.
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Thomas Curry
Waltham
Fitchburg
Waverley
Curry
Walkhill Avenue
Walkhill Street
West Roxbury
Wachusett Street
Charles B. Dahlgren
J. A. Dahlgren
Dahlgren
Port Royal Society
New England Historic-Genealogical Society
Somerset Street
Captain Story
United States Army
Fort Warren
O'Brien
William A. Mowry
Boston
Ohio
Southern tour to offer profit and pleasure on Oct 5
The Oct 5 Southern tour promises a pleasant and instructive trip. It will traverse an interesting section including Luray and the Natural Bridge, the industries of Richmond, and the magnificence of Washington, providing material for profitable reflection.
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Luray
Richmond
Washington
Prize Drill at Cambridge Sanger Medal Event
The Cambridge City Guard held its twelfth prize drill for the Sanger medal at Brattle Square armory. Judges Major J. H. Whitney Captain W. H. Oakes and Adjutant G. H. Benyon praised First Sergeant Frederick A. Henderson, who received the medal from Colonel Bancroft. Captain Thomas C. Henderson was presented with a regulation sword and belt by ex-Captain C. Hi. Cutler, followed by dancing to close the evening.
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Cambridge
Tourists to Visit Washington In Quiet National Season
The October six visitors will find Congress out of session but government officials at work observing governance in a bustling capital as winter preparations shape the city.
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Washington
Congress
Tricked by Decoy Letter Foils Hotel Fraud Ring
A decoy letter from the Cincinnati police superintendent lured Charles Bailey alias Cal Baird in Boston, leading to his arrest yesterday. Bailey and Jew Mike alias Pig Iron had been using telephone messages to demand payment on valueless goods sent by express at hotels in Washington and other cities.
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Cincinnati
Charles Bailey
Cal” Baird
Boston
Bailey
Mike
Pig Iron
Washington
Oter
Express
Comfortable travelling quarters on Pennsylvania Southern tour
Each adult tourist on the Pennsylvania Southern tour will receive a double berth in the vestibule drawing room sleeping car, and couples will have a private section kept for the tour. Accommodations exceed in comfort and luxury and are included in the ticket price, covering all hotel and carriage charges.
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Pennsylvania
Simmons & Co. Prominent Local Importers Run Busy Trade
The Custom Department of G. W. Simmons & Co. at 82 to 44 North Street is described as one of the city's largest businesses with a renowned list of patrons and constant daily activity.
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G. W. Simmons & Co
North Street
Boston Aldermen Hear Sewer Funding Plea and Paine Burgess Honor
The Boston Board of Aldermen met to discuss extra appropriations for the sewer department and to recognize General Charles J. Paine and Edward Burgess for yacht Volunteer’s recent victories. Also noted were nominations for precinct officers, financial statements, and various city business including property, bridge funding, and public notices.
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General Paine
Edward Burgess
Alderman Lee
Charles J. Paine
Thistle
Boston
Paine and Burgess
Joseph Smith
Thomas J. McLaughlin
Michael T. Regan
William J. Hartley
Charles F. McNamara
John FR. Mur
Edward J
James A. Mitchell
Paparti
Hugh G. Phy
Brien
Lorenzo F
Maguire
Courts to Hear Divorces in Suffolk County List
The Supreme Court in Suffolk County before Judge Charles Allen schedules hearings for divorce cases starting Wednesday at 9 30 o clock. Proceeding in order through case No 3707 on the uncontested list.
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Charles Allen
October Term Opens in Three Sessions at Suffolk Superior Court
The Suffolk County Superior Court October term opens with three sessions this morning at 10 o'clock. First session before Judge Blodgett lists cases including Wakefield R Co versus Winchester and Gould versus Slater W Co. Second session before Judge Drwery follows with a lengthy docket. Third session includes Kelleher vs Winkley and Hamilton Rubber Co versus Worthley among others.
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Superior Court
Suffolk County
Blodgett
Wakefield R. Co
Winchester
O' Connor
Osgood
Alden
Tharber
Gillenger
Hane
S. and
D. Cordage Co
Boston
W.P. Co
Johnson
Same
Goodsell
Fessenden
Kelleher
Winkley
Hamilton Rubber Co
Worthley
Boston Five Cents Savings Bank
Ellis
Stillman
Killman
Bartlett
Quackenbush
Bath I. Min.etc. Co
Safford
Adams
Crane
Washburn
Brown
Graves
Rich
Robinson
Hayes
McGillicuddy
Roberts
Cook v City of Gloucester land damage suit proceeds
Case 3803 involves an action to recover land damages. The suit opened with a jury view underway. Attorneys: C A Russell for plaintiff R J McNierney for defence.
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Cook
City of Gloucester
C. A. Russell
R. J. McNierney
Newhall
Telegram Publishing Co
Borgeson
Cunni¢ham
Sumpter
Ingraham
Admr
Empire State Steamship Co
O’ Reagan
Same
Pitman J Contract suit against Bullard et al
Superior Court Middlesex October 3 notes an action of contract to recover 5000 plus interest on a promissory note. Defense includes general denial and a special denial that Alexander Dickinson signed the note. On trial with Winslow for plaintiff and Hoar for defendants. Other docket items listed: various cases against Cambridge R R, City of Boston, City of Waltham, and individuals.
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Superior Court
Middlesex County
Pitman
Daniel Hayes
Willard A. Bullard
Alexander Dickinson
I. Winslow
Hoar
October term opens with calendar deadlines posted
The United States circuit court announces the October term begins on the 15th. Admiralty appeals and equity and law cases ready for hearing may be placed on the calendar in the clerk's office by the 10th. Civil jury trials calendar by the 21st. Blank calendar request forms available at the clerk's office. Petit jurors summoned for the 15th with notices to follow.
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United States Circuit Court
Norice
Circuit Court
Notable Guests Lodging at Major Hotels
Judge Dewey of Springfield is registered at the United States Hotel. Sidney Wright Hopkins of New York City stays at the Parker House. J Pierrepont Edwards and his New York family and Captain Robert Irvine with wife from Galveston Texas are at the Tremont.
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Judge Dewey
Springfield
United States Hotel
Sidney Wright Hopkins
New York City
Parker House
J. Pierrepont Edwards
New York
Robert Irvine
Galveston, Tex
Tremont
Doctor’s Team Stolen Alarm Spurs City Ride Swap
Dr Kimball of Warren Street reported his horse and carriage missing after driving to a Gloucester Street house. Alderman Smith, who had hired a carriage for his family outing, took the doctor’s team mistaking it for his own and rode to Waltham for the day, prompting a police report.
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Kimball
Warren Street
Gloucester Street
Alderman Smith
Waltham
Renee's Thorough Southern Tour Promises Peak Pleasure
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company embraces its motto Whatever is worth doing at all is worth doing well as it unveils a Oct. 6 Southern tour. The trip is billed as the most complete pleasure excursion of its kind under similar auspices with extensive arrangements and facilities.
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Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Commonwealth Insurance Company Reports Strong Year and Prospects
The Commonwealth Insurance Company of New York, Boston branch at 113 Devonshire Street, reports premiums of 193300 and losses of 56900, a loss ratio under 30 percent. It boasts future profits, a potential large dividend to policy holders and stockholders, and plans to issue participating policies with 80 percent of net profits to insureds via cashable scrip.
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Commonwealth Insurance Company
Commonwealth Insurance Company of
New York
Boston
Devonshire Street
George H. Binney
Aimnost
Stock Orders Executed by Mail Specialist
Mr Henry C Wheeler of 31 State street handles stock orders received by mail with equal care for large or small amounts. His private New York wire ensures accuracy and despatch in the execution process.
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Henry C. Wheeler
No. 31
State Street
New York
Cambridge Horse Doctors Clash Over Glanders Case
Cambridge officials and three horse doctors clash as 141 company horses are confined for suspected glanders. Dr Winchester declares latent cases and keeps horses in stables. Dr Lyman Dr Harrison and Dr Bryden dispute the diagnosis and release three animals. Examination continues Wednesday afternoon at River street stables.
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Lyman
Harvard Veterinary College
Harrison
Boston Cattle Company
Bryden
Cambridge Railroad Company
Cheever and Stockbridge
Winchester
Cambridge
River Street
Pennsylvanians to Enjoy Premier Southern Pleasure Tour
The party plans an extensive trip to the South with top hotel accommodations en route and engagements at key sights. Officials promise a true pleasure tour with careful attention to every detail for comfort and entertainment.
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Pennsylvania
Corey Hill Toboggan Club Elects Officers for Winter
Sixty members attended Brookline Town Hall meeting. F. Cressey elected president Warren M. Hill vice president E. W. Baker secretary L. Dana Chapman treasurer and Theodore Jones A D Peck Jr H G Cushman W M Farrington and C F Haven named to the executive committee. Membership and initiation fees were increased to 5 and 2 with a 360 member limit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corey Hill Toboggan Club
Town Hall
Brookline
F. Cressey
Warren M. Hill
E. W. Baker
L. Dana Chapman
Theodore Jones
A. D. Peck,Jr
H. G. Cushman
W. M. Farrington
C. F. Haven
Special Pullman Train Cars For Southern Tourists
The Pennsylvania Railroad announces a special train of Pullman vestibule cars for Southern tourists. The cars are said to be comparable to the President's recent West and South trip and described as the finest ever built.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Southern
Complete 1887 Advertising Guide for Large Advertisers
The Annual for 1887 by Ayer & Sons of Philadelphia offers a comprehensive directory of all newspapers in the country. Alphabetically arranged by towns and counties, it helps advertisers focus campaigns efficiently in each locality.
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Messrs. Ayer & Sons
Philadelphia
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Mr. Dunbar
James E. Whitaker & Co
Canada
American Board
Lyon
Kennebec
Fall River
No. 3
Park Street
A. M. Beecher
G. T. Walker's Bazaar
Wesley P. Balch
Longwood
St. John
N. B
Boston Board of Trade
Aaron Cohen
Isaac Klous
Charlestown
Cohen
Klous
Chauncy Street
Berkeley Street
Arthur Cutler
Lowell
Gate City
Savannah
Cape Cod
O’brien
Charles Street
Board OF Aldermen
City Council
Sewer Department
Uou O’brien
Chardon Place
Hudson Street
Eter
Board of Police
Sout Os
Corporation Counsel
EK. P. Nettleton
Board of Directors
House of Industry
House of Correction
Lunatic Hospital
Marcella Street
Long Island
Asylum For
Austin Farm
Stony Brook
Finance Committee
City Architect’s Department
Joint
Standing Committee On Public Lands
Cabot Street
Carroll
Bat the
Boylston Street
Tremont and
Heath Streets
Andrew McLaughlin
Ninth Regiment
Veterinary Department
Harvard University
Ene Bhants Hospital
Village Street
Charles E. Allen
Faneuil Hall
Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet
Ll.d
James W. Ballard
Bennet and
Washington Streets
Lagrange Street
Centre Street
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Wait
Parker Hil Avenue
Supreme Rouses Ig Fad
Russell
Eames
Shreve
Hale
Clark
Boone
Clifford
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Wood
Ayer
May
Breck
Boston & Albany Railroad
Wilmarth
Lewis
Keith
Cressey
Ennis
Crosby
Easex County
Brich Ham
C. J
Porter
Sherwin
Sewell
Thayer
Gunn
Cambridge R. R
Gunzenheiser
Macdonald
Grisuaver
City of
Emerson
City of Waltham
Gooding
Whitehouse
Phillips
Renee
California
San Francisco
Cal
Ophir
Best & Belcher
Savage
Sane
Sierra Nevada
Ai Crown Point
Nion Con
Gould & Curry
Nice
Ilate & Norcross
Yellow Jacket
Mt. Diable
Cambridge Horse Car
Gts &Sons
Posty LM
Gun
Woodbury
Jacemes
Bromfield ST
Louis Roedere
John D. & MM. Williams
Parker
Washington ST
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