Family: A Massachusetts Drama of a Quiet Town
A review of The Family a comedy drama by Robert H. Davis set in a Massachusetts village. The Sneed family faces rebellion as Madeline leaves with Paul Churchill then returns after learning his misdeeds, restoring family unity. The piece praises character drawing and notes a upcoming photograph from Smith.
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Massachusetts
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John
David
Madeline
Cerved
Boston Post 1910 Sunday edition notices and rates
The Boston Post Announces subscription rates for daily and Sunday issues, with pricing for various term lengths and Canadian per copy options. Notices list offices in Boston, editors KE A Grozier and staff, and policy on advance payment and discontinuation.
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Financial Sporting Editors
Newsday
KE. A. Grozier
Elitor
Cassidy enters Democratic ticket as popular western lieutenant governor candidate
Thomas F. Cassidy of Adams joins the Democratic slate, bringing strong appeal in the western Commonwealth. His bright legislative record and high personal integrity bolster the ticket as he tours the state, delivering persuasive platform work to energize the campaign.
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Thomas F. Cassidy
Adams
Cassidy
Commonwealth
DAR Tablet Marks Ancient Lexington Belfry Site
The Lexington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution unveiled a tablet at the site of the ancient belfry where the alarm was rung on April 19 1775. The editorial praises the DAR for marking historic spots guiding pilgrims and fostering patriotism among new citizens and the nation’s future.
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Lexington
Daughters of the American Revolution
Republic
Those Telephone Rates Hearing Promised by Highway Commission
The Highway Commission announces a hearing on new telephone rates to hear protests from patrons. If suburban districts are retained and five cent tolls extended, the public may see a revised deal. Citizens will compare promised improvements against pocketbook impact before any rate changes are finalized.
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the Highway Commission
Dean
Roosevelt New Nationalism debate sparks southern opposition
The article notes Colonel Roosevelt’s New Nationalism policy may clash with his 1912 presidential ambitions. It cites unauthenticated quotes about seeking Southern state support and reports Southern State rights sentiment as a core patriotism, tied to Civil War memories and ongoing regional dissent.
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Roosevelt
South
Chamber of Commerce calls for Aberdeen census recount
In Aberdeen Washington the Chamber asks the Secretary of Labor to order a recount of Aberdeen’s population and to pay the costs. The request specifies residents and aims to correct the census total.
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Nagel
Department of Labor
Comthe Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Arce
Aberdeen
Costa
Southern loyalty tested by state sovereignty in wartime tone
The piece argues love of the Union remains strong in the South while local self-government endures. It quotes Jefferson on state rights as bulwark against anti-republican trends and Hamilton on the danger of destroying the state. The Baltimore Sun notes a balance of power between radicals and conservatives guiding law and institutions.
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Alexander Hamilton
Baltimore Sun
Foss Sets Campaign Creed And Promises Independent Governance
In his first declaration since nomination for Governor, Mr. Foss affirms adherence to the party platform while stressing tariff revision cost of living and reciprocity. He also pledges no patronage promises to any Boston machine or others during the campaign, highlighting his independence and honesty.
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Faneuil Hall
Foss
Boston Machine
Massachusetts
Wilson Defends Labor Ties in New Jersey Campaign
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Woodrow Wilson confronted charges of hostility to organized labor in Trenton. He rejected the accusations as lies, affirming strong friendship with wage earners while noting he has criticised both unions and capitalists to spur improvement.
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Woodrow Wilson
New Jersey
Wilson
Governor Draper Calls Eight Hour Bill Prima Facie Flawed
In New Bedford the Governor criticizes the eight hour bill section that makes overtime work prima facie evidence of guilt for employers. He warns such language is un-American and unjust. The piece notes Massachusetts laws may already treat various acts as prima facie offenses but asserts such evidence is not proof of guilt.
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Draper
New Bedford
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
All Sorts the Vegetable Ed and Curious Notes
A humorous column recounts the Vegetable Editor bragging of stock including two dozen Samese carrots and 14 cucumbers with yellow warts, plus a turnip and other odd fruit. It also lampoons editor antics, reader queries, a sea voyage joke, and a Chester McCann pun saga with dramatic consequences.
G A R Fair Planned at Faneuil Hall to Aid Veterans
Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic Massachusetts plan a fair in Faneuil Hall starting Monday to fund a home for veterans their wives and mothers so they will not be separated in old age. Citizens night features Gov. Draper Lt Gov Frothingham and Mayor Fitzgerald with speakers and musical acts.
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Grand Army of the Republic
Department of Massachusetts
Faneuil Hall
Draper
Frothingham
Fitzgerald
Joseph A. Walker
Frances Fallon
Bernadette Masterson
Army and Navy
John A. Gilman
W. L. Dickey
Eliza K. Leman
H. Persins
Auburndale
Elize J. Levitt
Lymm
Flag Unveiled by Lexington DAR Marks War End Anniversary
The Lexington Chapter DAR unveiled a flag from the despatch boat that carried news of the Spanish war’s end from Key West to Havana on the Revolutionary War anniversary. Navy Yard Band led by Signor D Annunzio played in red uniforms.
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Key West
Havana
Ireba
Navy Yard
D’annunzio
Safe Plan Uncle Walt Riffs On Gessler And Wrongs
In a 1910 verse, Walt Mason mocks harsh moods and gossip urging calm civic spirit. He condemns Gessler as a pirate and warns against cruelty while arguing for restraint and peaceful conduct in a neighborhood.
Cambridge Comedy Sparks Local Conversation
Professor Schafer admitted he comes from Cambridge and quips that location is where cattle are killed. Dr Cummings notes the fame. Miss Catherine Driscoll, Melrose society figure, wins first prize in whist at a Melrose Highlands party for the third time this season and also excels at golf.
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South Congregational Church
Cambridge Club
Professor Schafey
Harvard
University City
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Cambridge
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Catherine Driscoll
Melrose Society
Melrose Highlands
Miss Driscoll
Moon Brightness and Maudy Soap Reference
Poetic inquiry about the moon’s brightness and descent into night, concluding with a mention of Blank’s Maudy Dandy Soap as a contrasting bright detail in the verse.
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Ebon
Blank
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