German submarine freighter leaves Baltimore amid cheers
The Deutsch landed a sea green hull as it departed Baltimore at 5 38 pm amid cheers and German flags. Neckar and Wisahickon boats escorted the submarine toward the three mile limit while police and customs officers observed. Captain Koenig and crew bade farewell as press and crowds captured the moment for the world.
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Baltimore
Deutschand
Atlantic Ocean
Neckar
Wismhickon
Customs House
Lannan
Revenue Cutter
Timmins
Wissahickon
Ser Wee
Koenig
Eastern
Mtte Esco
Gug¢ Sse
Ger
Hughes Speech Lacks New Issues and Constructive Proposals
National Democratic critics label Charles E Hughes a poor hitter after his acceptance speech. They say the address recycles old Chicago convention rhetoric, offers no new issues, and contains no constructive plans or criticisms of Democratic Congress actions.
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New York
Charles E. Hughes
National Democratic
Hughes
Chicago
Republican Party
Democratic Congress
General Electric workers receive first extra payments
In Schenectady New York nearly 9000 GE plant employees got their first extra payout from a record year. About 550000 was distributed to 19000 loyal workers with more bonuses planned for February likely larger.
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Schenectady
N. Y
General Electric Company
Infant Plague Rages New York Affects 57 Deaths
In New York the infantile paralysis outbreak set a grim record with 57 deaths and 159 new cases in the last 24 hours, raising total tolls to 898 deaths and 5125 cases as of yesterday. Also noted are a murder hearing postponed in Dover and a tax ruling on church stock, with railroad strike vote counting planned for York.
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New York
Trenton
Department of Taxes and Assessments
York
United States
Heat Wave Death Toll Reaches 325
Officials report a total of 325 deaths attributed to the heat wave across the region. Local hospitals and public health agencies urged residents to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exposure during peak heat hours.
South Acton Notes and Local Happenings
South Acton residents share visits, relocations, and news of family events. Isabella Heath works in Ogunquit Maine. Rev. Russell Case returned from Ashland. Pliny Nims and fellow Acton boys joined Mexican border volunteers. a Harrington estate auction is planned for Aug. 24. Gypsies caused concern as Helen Wood took a month’s vacation with relatives.
Postmaster Encourages Exam Ahead of August 26
The postmaster urges taking the examination on August 26 while noting he provides satisfactory service in the meantime.
Time Change for Y.P.S.C.B. Meetings at Congregational Church
The Y P 8 C B will hold Sunday evening meetings at the Congregational church with the time moved from 6 to 6 30 o'clock. These are the only meetings to be held during August and a general invitation is extended to all.
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C. B
Congregational Church
Atl
Appointment for Idaho cadet to West Point
Kester Hastings son of former Idaho treasurer C A Hastings has been appointed as a cadet at the U S Military Academy West Point. He is nephew of L C Hastings and his father was a well known West Acton resident.
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Kester Hastings
C. A. Hastings
Idaho
U.S. Military Academy
West Point
L. C. Hastings
West Acton
Local accidents and relocations noted in town items
L A Sebastien suffered severe facial burns from acid at the Cartridge shop but escaped eye injury. Mrs Hugh West underwent appendicitis surgery at Mass General. Florence P Tuttle returned from Detroit where she supervises teachers at Thomas Normal training school. Norman F McAllaster returned from Detroit after studying at Chalmers factory and will sell and manage Delco lighting in New England for Middlesex County.
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Hugh West
Mass. General Hospital
Florence P. Tuttle
Detroit
Thomas Normal Training School
Norman F. McAllaster
Mich
West
Chalmers’ Automobile Factory
Middlesex County
Delco House
New England
A. K. Richardson Celebrates Fourth Birthday on Sun Nyside Farm
A. K. Richardson son of Mr Richardson held a Friday afternoon birthday party at Sun Nyside farm. George presided at a collation for friends both old and young. George was born four years ago on a hot Sunday and has thrived in the farm’s healthy surroundings at Acton.
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A. K
Richardson
Sunnyside Farm
George
Acten
Lost gold watch fob near Acton hall Newton HS Class of 1914
A gold watch fob with monogram A M F and the Newton High School class of 1914 seal was lost near the O F hall in West Acton. It is valuable only to the owner who offers a suitable reward to the finder. Allen M. Fay Littleton Mass seeks return.
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O. F. Hall
West Acton
Newton High School
Allen M. Fay
Littleton
Mass
New Date for Exam Postman Civil Service Change
A civil service notice announces a new date for the third class postman examination at Acton office. The previous month’s schedule is superseded and applicants should update their records accordingly.
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Civil Service
Acton
Taken at His Word Debtor and Creditor Exchange
A quotation from Fliegende Blaetter notes a debtor urging a creditor to wait until judgment day for owed funds. The debtor responds with a deflective timing remark in a brief exchange. The line captures a sardonic moment about debt and delay.
Local Social Notes From Acton Centre And Nearby Towns
Miss Inez Beebe enjoys vacation at Clifton Springs New York. Mrs Emily Davis of Weymouth visited with her parents the Noyeses last week. Miss Helen Wood of Rutland Vermont visits her parents in Acton. Mrs Amos Borden of Watertown visited the Welch home last week. Mrs Catherine Mason of Portsmouth New Hampshire guests of the Phalens this week. Esther Duniels and Howard Swangren of Revere visited Miss Elizabeth Tuttle. Mr and Mrs Charles B Smith and Miss Martha Smith spending a week at York Beach Maine. Mrs Kennan Damon and infant son visit Cyrus Pickard’s home. J Bennet Royce of Washington DC and sister Mrs M T Nichols of Waltham guests of Mrs Mary Duren last week. Mrs Breck Aspenwall and son with Miss Helen Andrews return from New York and reside with Willis Holden. Miss Andrews will later return to Auburn Missouri where she teaches.
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Inez Beebe
Clifton Springs
N. Y
Emily Davis
Weymouth
A L. Noyes
Helen Wood
Rutland
E. C. Wood
Amos Borden
Watertown
J .W. Welch
Catherine Mason
Portsmouth
J. Bennet Royce
Washington, D. C
M. T. Nichols
Waltham
Mary Duren
Party at Worcester Home Delights Mr White on Birthday
A pleasant party of Mr and Mrs J Sidney White and ten relatives visited the Worcester home for a surprise birthday celebration. The outing was planned on Mr White s birthday and was deemed a complete success and highly enjoyable.
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J. Sidney White
Worcester
Mr. White
Not Disheartened By Weather At Notca Citamard Lawn Party
The Notca Citamard club held a successful lawn party despite unfavorable weather. Members remained ambitious, a good crowd gathered, and a sizable sum was netted.
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Notca Citamard Club
Sunday School Picnic At Fort Pond Enjoyed
The Sunday school held its annual outing at Fort Pond on Friday. Charlie Edwards provided transportation for the children and friends. Several autos and teams followed the barge as games and activities were enjoyed. All participants reported a good time.
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Fort Pond
Charlies Edwards
August Clearance Sale At Fullenton Hat Shop
Trimmed hats priced at 1.98 and 2.50 and shirtwaists at 98c. Fullenton Hat Shop in Maynard advertises the event with discounted headwear and garments.
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Fullenton Hat Shop
Maynard
Concord Armory Friday Recruits for National Guard
Maj. G. M. King named recruiting officer for the district with headquarters in Waltham. He will be at the Concord armory each Friday from 9 a m to 9 p m to enlist men aged 18 to 35 for the 2nd 5th 8th and 9th infantry 1st regiment field artillery 1st squadron cavalry hospital corps and signal corps. Recruits may choose a branch and will be sent to the Mexican border. information available at the armory.
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Concord
G. M. King
A.C
N. G. Mass
Waltham
National Guard
Regiment Field Artillery
Cavalry
Hospital Corps
Signal Corps
Maj. King
Mrs. Katherine Cidahy on vacation with Mrs. Wall
Mrs. Katherine Cidahy of Allston is spending a few weeks vacation with Mrs. William Wall on North Road.
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Katherine Cidahy
Allston
William Wall
North Rd
Loomis to Occupy Pulpit at Congregational Church
The Rev. Samuel L. Loomis brother of Elthur Lootile of this town will occupy the pulpit of the Congregational church Sunday.
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Samuel L. Loomis
D. D
Elthur
McCormick's Kidney and Nerve Remedy Ad
The Tim promotes McCormick's Kidney and Nerve Remedy to strengthen the nervous system and restore energy for better performance. It claims to improve mind focus, reduce rheumatic pain, and rebuild bodily strength with urged immediate purchase from your druggist.
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McCormick
Germany rejects Polish relief cooperation note
Washington reports Germany informed the United States that due to impracticable British conditions on feeding Poland, further negotiations on Polish relief are pointless. With favorable harvest prospects, relief may be unnecessary after October 1. The German note also accepts a British French proposal to allow American food shipments into Poland without seizure by occupying forces.
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Washington
Germany
United States
Great Britain
America
Poland
France
State Department
Goncernoeft
Petition for administration of estate in Cambridge
A petition to appoint Mary E B McCarthy of Maynard as administrator of the deceased's estate is filed. Citations require appearances at the Cambridge Probate Court on July 13, 1916 at 9 o clock to show cause why letter of administration should not be granted. Witness Charles J. Meters, First Judge, dated July 17, 1916.
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Maynard
Mary EB. McCarthy
Cambridge
Charlies J. Meters
Esquire
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Ogunquit
Russell Case
Ashland
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Maine
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Roxbury
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Elizabeth Tuttle
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Brookline
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Edward Richardson
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Burton Tuttle
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Charles Whitney
John Snow
Glines
Christie
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Boston
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Local Health Board
Proctor Hospital
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Green Mountains
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Norman Davidson
Carl Flint
Upton
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Foreman
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