Maynard Labor Strike Ends as Unions Organize Polish Workers
Thomas F. McMahon and Joseph Mniszewski led United Textile Workers organizers to unionize 500 to 600 workers at American Woolen Co Cannon's Hall. Polish wet finishing and dye rooms joined, with 400+ new members. dry finish and shipping added 100+. The meeting urged peaceful means, pledged wage equity, and set Tuesday as return-to-work day after agreed negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. F. of
American Woolen Co
Cannon's Hall
Mniszewski
Carl Sedorak
James Rudziak
Stephen Swible
Philip Stacuskewicz
Treas
Louis Dudinsky
Edward Pogurek
Michael Arcisz
John O’moore
Fred Palmer
Fin
Jesse Billet
Patrick McGrath
Michael Kane
John Kane
Thomas F. McMahon
A. F. of L
United Textile Unions
Lowell
Oing
Dreschier
A. F
Joseph Mniszewski
U. S. Workers of America
United Textile Workers
New York
Thomas Breck
Joseph Parkin
Mattie Mattson
Sion
Thomas McMahon
Dreschler
United States
O. S. Dreschler
Oata
McMahon
Spoolers’ Union
A. F. of 1
1 Labor
Bernard Garrigan
Mrs William Bishop Dies at Home After Long Illness
Mrs William Bishop wife of Tree Warden William Bishop died at her Summer street home Sunday evening August 13 after a lengthy illness. A Maynard resident for 36 years she was born June 21 1849 in Trowbridge England and immigrated in 1872. She is survived by her husband two sons Arthur and George and two daughters Mabel and Grace along with five grandchildren and two sisters. Funeral were held at St George's church with burial at Glenwood cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Bishop
Maynard
Mrs. Bishop
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
Eng
Simeon
Elizabeth Marshman
Rockville
Bishop
Mizpah Rebekah ‘Lodge
St. Hilda's Guild
St. George's Episcopal Church
St. George's Church
Ethel Fletcher
John W. Sunderland
George Lawton
Hiram Parkin
John O Thompson
Edwin Toop
James R. Bent
Frank Hibbard
Glenwood Cemetery
Closing Week for Nomination Papers in Town District
The closing week for filing nomination papers shows a mix of candidates for state and local offices. Republicans back ex Rep Sullivan and Charles Smith for senator and Harriman and Osgood for representative. Democrats back Bishop and Noonan with possible Edwon. The Republican town committee may see four former members replaced, with several new aspirants named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. J. Sullivan
Maynard
Charles 8. Smith
Lincoln
Warren J. Bishop
Wayland
William H. Murphy
Marlboro
Treas
Rowland P. Harriman
Stow
George E. Osgood
Hudson
William Noonan
W. W. Edwon
William Stockwell
Leslie Simms
Edwin Toop
Harley Dwinell
George Murphy
George Smith
Democratic
Progress at Main Street vacation school gains support
The Main Street vacation school shows strong attendance with 72 children daily and community backing for a fully equipped playground. Volunteers including Miss Irene Bragen helped launch the program and expect rising interest as the summer term begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main St
Maynard
Irene Bragen
Maynard Defeats Bunting A C of Lowell in Cricket Match
Maynard Cricket Club faced Bunting A C of Lowell on a Saturday afternoon in Lowell. Notable scores include Waterhouse 1, Cuttell 10, Stirke 0, Smith 0, Chidley 0, McCormack 3, Billett not out, Ayotte 0, Carey 6, Spence 0, Barley 8, Underwood 3, Manott 8, Chapman 6 not out, Marsh 6 not out. Bunting A C totaled 36 for five wickets. bowlers for Maynard included Waterhouse, Stirks, and Chidley. for Bunting, Chapman and Marsh led.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunting A. C
Lowell
Maynard Cricket Club
Waterhouse
Marsh
W. Cuttell
Chapman
J. Stirke
Gladiolus Show Planned by Maynard Grange
The first annual gladiolus show by Maynard Grange will be held at Wilder X. Macard& store on Nason street Friday through Sunday August 18 19 and 20. Exhibits may be received Friday from 1 to 3 pm and exhibitors are urged to bring suitable vases. The competition is open to Maynard residents and nearby towns with blooms, and prizes will be awarded for the best vases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard Grange
Wilder X. Macard
Nason St
Maynard
Gypsies Planned In Cooperative Hall For Aug Twenty Second
A band of Brazilian gypsies will occupy Cooperative Hall and land on Tuesday August 22. The Grange plans the event to raise funds for community improvements and to showcase the gypsy traders. Reported acts include fortune telling and sleight of hand as the group engages visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
Gypsy Night With Riverside Orchestra At Local Hall
A vivid program features a Brazilian jungle setting, a gypsy dance with the Riverside gypsy orchestra, and prize awarded for the most authentic gypsy costume. Candy ice cream and snacks will be served in gypsy style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside
Maynard Business Men's Association Expresses Thanks After Strike End
The executive board met in Creighton’s rooms and voted to thank the American Federation of Labor for aiding in the termination of the American Woolen Co strike. They planned questions for members, including rail track removal, welcome signs, and longer store closures, with future talks and speakers arranged for September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labor Federation
The
Maynard Business Men’s Association
Water Commissioners
Creighton
American Federation of Labor
American Woolen Co
Association
Masonic Hall
C. M. & H. Railway
Main St
Nason St
Summer
Main Sts
A. J. Coughlan
Thomas F. McMahon
A. F. of L
Boweh Tufts
Industrial Commission of the Mass. Real Estate Exchange
Pres
Wm. Naylor
James R. Bent
Charles H. Stanley
P. J. Sullivan
Albert Batley
Cambridge Invited to Maynard Outing at Lake Boon
The Maynard Outing Club plans a gathering at Lake Boon on Wednesday August 30 with members from Maynard and an invited party from Cambridge coordinated through Rev. John A Crowe former St Bridget's parish pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
Lake Boon
Cambridge
John A. Crowe
St. Bridget’s
Also Mentioned on This Page
United Textile Workers of America
National Biscuit Company
Ment
White Cross Guild
Worcester
M.waterhouse
J. Stirks
J. Chidley
Chapman, Marsh
Ledgard
Geo. H. Woods
Meistersingers
Webber
Studio
Priwonae
Rice & Hutching Curtis Factory
Massace
Summer Street
J. W. Johanson
Concord
McCormick
W. A. Haynes Co. Incorporated
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