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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1902
Page
7
Four candidates for Massachusetts state floral emblem were on the ballot with a Faneuil Hall caucus this afternoon to choose the emblem. The mountain laurel is seen as the sole viable option after objections to blue flag, pond lily, and trailing arbutus.
Natick October 30 Helen G Fairbanks a nurse who served in the Philippines recounts mildewed keepsakes after Manila voyage and a peculiar prized bolo She recalls attending a Manila crucifixion drama interrupted by a blackout prompting worshippers to strike the floor with stones and her desire for company of the boys in blue.
A formal decree from Bishop Horstmann excommunicates Rev. John Tichy, the former pastor of a Slavonian congregation in Cleveland, for organizing a parish without the bishop’s authority and approval.
Three men were injured and four arrests were made during disturbances tied to the bill posters' strike in Chicago. A wagon with non union bill posters, four detectives, and ten police guards was repeatedly stopped by mobs, faced with stones and missiles.
Former President Cleveland speaks at Lyceum Hall Morristown on tariff reform, railing at high protection and its growth of trusts. He cites Democratic positions, cites Congress messages, questions the sincerity of tariff revision by its 'friends' and urges action for the people.
Norton October 30 Mrs Linthy Briggs beloved resident and great great grandmother will mark her 90th anniversary next Monday Born November 3 1812 in Norton she is daughter of Stephen Hodges and Linthy Hodges Her father was a farmer and her mother a Taunton native She has four grandchildren four great grandchildren and one great great grandchild Howard Bliss son of Marshall and Flora Bliss
The Massachusetts Baptist Sunday School Association convention heard Rev. J S Lyon of Holyoke condemn Sunday school humor in the funny papers and from comedians. He argued the joking demeans teachers pupils and the institution, reducing its perceived sacred duties and harming its effectiveness.
J E Lodge, second son of the Senator, takes charge of the Egypt exploration fund which has received thousands from New England residents. Dr W C Winslow of Beacon Street previously held the post. In the reorganization the American committee includes Professor Goodwin Harvard A M Lythgoe curator Egyptian department Art Museum Edward Robinson director Art Museum T M Davis Newport Gardner Lane and J E Lodge.
Melrose mass teachers face a school committee warning calling card playing for prizes gambling. Superintendent Nickerson instructed teachers to discourage whist for prizes, citing moral influence and potential legal issues. Public reaction shows mixed nostalgia for whist as a social pastime.
A cattle ranch tale unfolds as a goat raid sparks a feud between Josh Slocum and Deacon Brown over clothing and pride. Jeb White mediates as Mandy Slocum and Richard Brown pursue a quiet orchard romance. Rover the dog treed both families, prompting a truce and an unexpected betrothal.
Adjutant-General Dalton downplays the Cambridge Fifth Infantry dispute between men and Captain E. E. Mason. Mason has reduced a sergeant and discharged another with power to dismiss the entire unit if needed, pending headquarters approval. Grievances may go through regimental officers or a governor appeal, or a court of inquiry may be requested. State HQ has received no official notice and will act only after regimental and brigade reports.
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