Concord Junction Social Notes and Local Events
Miss Ruth Sweeney of Dorchester visited Concord Junction with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Loughlin. Charles Hunter boasts over 40 pelts as he traps, while Weldon Bell visits Natick. Mrs. Alexander McEachren sustains a minor head injury, a Boston tailor may occupy Akers’ former store, and Mrs. Hogan visits Providence. Bible Students meet in Lapham's block. Concord lodge prepares for the second degree. Y M S club hosts a social dance with Lawton's orchestra. Federation Day set for December 19 with Grace Crockett and Gertrude Knowles contributing piano solos.
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Ruth Sweeney
Dorchester
Edward Loughlin
Charles Hunter
Polecat
Weldon Bell
Snow & Noll’s Pharmacy
Natick
Alexander McEachren
Boston
W.C. Akers
Charles Hogan
Providence
R. I
Mary
Kate Lawler
Thomas
Everett
International Bible Students
Lapham
Y. M. S. Club
Association Hall
Lawton
West Concord
City of
Empire
The
Caesars
Pantheon
Ori
Cone Ae Crockett
Gertrude Knowles
Wies
Ladies' Union Extends Hearing Of Union Church Notes
The Ladies Union continues its weekly notes on Union Church events and activities. Details focus on gatherings, sermons, and community outreach organized by members.
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Ladies' Union
Sunday services led by Rev. Eibridge C. Whiting
The day’s services Sunday will be in charge of Rev. Eibridge C. Whiting of South Sudbury. Friday night at 7 45 o clock W H Bain of Boston will dine. Illustrated With the Tidsis and Men's club. Ladies and gentlemen invited. Free to all who attend.
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Eibridge C. Whiting
South Sudbury
W. H. Bain
Boston
Death of Mrs Garvey Communicated
Mrs Mary J Garvey died at her Central Street home on Wednesday after a months long illness. Born in Ireland on December 25 1852 she came to the United States as a youth settling in Boston before moving to town 22 years ago. She was highly regarded for charity and faith and is survived by her husband John A Garvey a son John A Jr two daughters Mary and Agnes two sisters in New York and a brother in The funeral was held Saturday at the Christians Church with burial in St Bernard's cemetery.
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Mary.j. Garvey
Central St
Garvey
John A. Jr
Mary
Agnes
New York
de Christians Church
Cere
Daniel
St. Bernard’s Cemetery
Daniel. Hayes
Dominick Bimerick Coughlin
Thomas Curley
Ae Bowen
Harold Chase
Card of Thanks Expressing Gratitude for Support
A note to friends and neighbors thanking them for acts of kindness during a time of sorrow. The message acknowledges deep appreciation for thoughtful gestures and support extended to the family during their loss.
Singles Triumph Over Married Team in Acton Match
In South Acton on December 2 the care free bachelors defeated the oppressed and ring by 22 pins across three matches. The single men led throughout with a high string by Piper at 277 and Louis Jones posting 318 for the married side. Overall pin totals: single men 880, married men 375.
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Ring
Piper
Louis Jones
Sunday School Leader to Speak at Universalist Service
Mrs. Caroline C. Barney state superintendent of Sunday school will speak at the morning Universalist service next Sunday and visit the Sunday school. She plans to meet teachers and the superintendent in a conference after a West Acton program. A large attendance is urged.
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Caroline C. Barney
Weat
Acton
Scottish ex-prime minister at St Gabriel Wood asylum
A man named Malcolm Buchanan, once a high official, died at St Gabriel Wood's Mariners' asylum in Greenock Scotland. A seaman from a large family of 17 he survived a wreck in the South Seas impressed a native chief and was made prime minister with many wives and servants He planned a permanent home on the felled site but departed on the first ship.
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St. Gabriel Wood's
Mariners’ Asylum
Greenock
Scotland
Malcolm Buchanan
Buchanan
South Seas
Farmer Seeks Wealth to Leave Farm for Golf Course
Parental figure Farmer Corntessel explains his drive to work hard to secure his son Josh's future. He aims to accumulate enough wealth to leave the family farm and transform it into a golf course, signaling a major life plan and potential change in land use.
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Farmer Corntessel
Josh
Queer Korean Foodstuffs in Local Markets
The article notes Koreans use grasses roots and tree bark in meals for salads and side dishes, showing resourceful foods among the well-to-do. It highlights a culinary practice that challenges assumptions about food abundance in Korea.
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Korea
Hare Rescues Young Hare From Attacking Cat
A mother hare intervenes as a cat attacks a young hare. She jumps on the cat and fights it for several minutes before the cat flees, chased by the hare. Pall Mall Gazette reports the dramatic woodland encounter.
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Pall Mall Gazette
Courtship Promises Prove False in Marriage Quarrel
Mrs Justwed asks if her husband keeps courting promises while Mrs Longwed recalls his past claim he was not good enough and notes he has proved it since. The exchange highlights lingering tensions over loyalty and expectations in the marriage.
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Mrs. Justwed
Mrs. Longwed
Unclear Mortem Findings Question Diagnostic Accuracy
Mortem examinations show uncertainty with at most half of cases having correct nosis. Yet the other half suggests a difference remains unquantified in this fragment.
Ragtime Talk Sparks Conversation on Culture
A brief fragment notes a young woman and a discussion of cultural pride versus language use in a ragtime context. The piece hints at personal identity and cultural expression, pairing observations with casual commentary.
Water route saves 5666 miles between Liverpool and Vancouver
The Panama canal cuts travel distance dramatically with a water route between Liverpool and Vancouver covering 5,666 miles, offering a shorter path for transoceanic shipping.
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Panama
Liverpool
Vancouver
Writings on a Feast and Divine Bids
Fragmentary line discusses ending fat and riches and a master of the feast. It references divinity guiding thoughts and a playful challenge for first place. The text blends culinary metaphor with spiritual language.
Hookworm Disease and Its Causes
A brief note links hookworm illness to poor nutrition and unsanitary living conditions. It discusses the parasite dwelling in the intestines and contributing to health decline, highlighting the role of diet and hygiene in prevention.
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Maynard
Riverview Laundry Co
John H. Kerren
Jos. A. Allen
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Colonial Inn
Frederick Sutter
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Universalist Church
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