Mass Massachusetts ballots list multiple statewide and local races
Voters face contests for governor lieutenant governor secretary treasurer auditor attorney general and congressmen plus councilor and senator races in Middlesex and Cambridge. Ballot items include alcohol licensing questions and a Cambridge city government plan with proportional representation and a city manager. Public policy questions include a codaches bill and a married women employment issue.
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Cambride
Cambridge
Cambridge Ballot Proposals and Local Elections Notice
Public notices list vote on constitutional amendment biennial General Court sessions and taxicab stands. Voters consider alcohol licensing questions, pari mutuel betting, and city government form under Cambridge election rules with multiple wards and districts named.
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Commonwealth
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Middlesex
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Winthrop
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General Court
House of Representatives
Senate
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Haring
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Clesex
Third Middlesex
Gold Star Pigeons Honor Mothers of World War Losses
A brief report notes gold stars or symbols honoring American mothers whose sons died in World War I battlefields in France. The simple tribute reflects national mourning and gratitude through a symbolic emblem.
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France
Scientists say humans took 50,000 years to develop chins
Researchers note early humans lacked chins for long periods and cite Piltdown man dating 100000 to 150000 years ago and Heidelberg man around 300000 years ago as examples of chinless ancestors.
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Piltdown
Heidelberg
Spitting Cobra Delivers Long Reach of Poison
A spitting cobra can eject venom over a distance far beyond its bite. The warning notes its ability to defend itself by projecting venom toward threats.
Ginseng Trade and Cultivation Described
The article notes most American ginseng is exported to China where demand is high for medical and domestic use. Branched human form roots are valued for perceived powers. Ginseng means likeness of men and roots become marketable around year five to six after planting.
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China
Growth of the Bair
The average person’s hair grows about half an inch each month. The statement summarizes typical hair growth pace as a general rule of thumb.
Dish Ring Invention by Irish Silversmiths
The dish ring, or potato ring, was created by Irish silversmiths in the late 1700s to early 1800s as an ornamental stand for circular wooden bowls to protect tabletops from heat. It evolved as a communal table feature for potatoes and other dishes, with bog oak bowls and graduated rims.
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Sheffield Plate
Rollins
Los Angeles Times
England
Sheffield
Roached Back Borzoi Describe Speed and Form
Borzoi dogs show lanky appearance with sturdy bone and graceful roached back. Their long legs provide strong driving power, contributing to their notable speed according to breed experts.
Iron Known in India 3000 Years Ago Says Ancient Writings
Ancient texts claim iron was used in India more than three millennia ago, with references suggesting iron tools and alloys existed before 1000 BCE, indicating early metallurgical knowledge in the subcontinent.
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India
West Point Founding and Early Academy History
In 1749 Congress created the cadet grade and allowed a military school at West Point for artillery and engineer troops. The academy began by law on March 16 1802 and opened July 4. By 1812 a 250 cadet student body was authorized, with 65 graduates to that date. Major Sylvanus Thayer became first superintendent in 1817, earning the title Father of the Military Academy.
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West Point
Congress
Sylvanus Thayer
Corps of Engineers
Military Academy
Gators in 1829 Army Punishments for Mexican Service Draft
A fragment notes United States army actions in August 1829 against Florida Gators who joined the Mexican service. They were tried and received 60 lashes with a rawhide whip, a D branding on the cheek, and close imprisonment for the duration of the Mexican campaign.
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United States
Mexico
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