Enthusiasm for Electric Railway and Political Realignments
On February 21 1898 towns show strong support for a projected electric railway. Maj Brigham of Hudson and the First brigade staff await promotion. The Maine tragedy weighs heavily on American sentiment. The Jefferson club plans a April 13 meeting to reunite Democratic wings. Moody reassures followers amid Yale rumors as The Voice faces scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brigham
Hudson A. I. G. R. P
Jefferson Club
Democratic Party
Death of Miss Willard—the World Moves On
The W. C. T. U. and the world mourn the death of Miss Willard, but the world does not stand still. Someone will take her place as progress continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Willard
Supreme Court moves to wind up Order of the Golden Lion
The supreme court has taken steps to finalize the affairs of the Order of the Golden Lion with about $225,000 to be distributed to stockholders. The action signals liquidation and settlement of remaining assets, distributions, and final closure for the fraternal organization once known for its social and charitable activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Order of the Golden Lion
Worse Than Big Hats Theater Nuisance Late Arrivals
A Boston Journal critique laments late comers in theaters causing disruption. It notes individuals and parties entering after showtime, strolling to seats, apologizing loudly, and stepping on others while delaying those already seated, described in period journalism style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Journal
The Kicker's Mission in Foreign Affairs
A Beverly Times editorial urges a tougher stance in international disputes. It argues bold, uncompromising rhetoric from the United States can force concessions from other nations and warns against weak talk.
A Movement to Penalize Flag Desecration
Milford News reports a campaign to make flag desecration a serious offense. Backers aim to curb using the flag for advertising while recognizing sentiment cannot be legislated, seeking respect for the flag as a sacred symbol.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford News
Not England's Way and the Cuban Struggle Cost
The Providence News questions whether Great Britain would allow a prolonged war in any part of its empire if it harmed commerce. It cites an estimate that American trade could lose about 100 million dollars annually due to the Cuban conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Providence News
Worthy of It and the Willard Ancestry in Concord
The first American Willard helped found Concord and played a key role in New England’s early history. Frances E. Willard descended from this stock, and her career reflected such esteemed lineage as noted by the Boston Herald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willard
Concord
New England
Frances E. Willard
Boston Herald
New Spanish Minister Named Louis Polo Bernabe
The Fall River Globes notes the newly named Spanish minister Louis Polo Bernabe. The piece suggests he must stay focused on his goals and avoid letter writing, or risk Cuban scores against him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Louis Polo Bernabe
Louis
de Lome
Fall River Globes
Electric Bitters Endorsement and Patient Recovery
Worthington editor Morrison extols Electric Bitters as a cure for constipation headaches and a superior tonic. Annie Stehle of Chicago recovers from exhaustion after six bottles, restoring appetite and strength. Available at F. Johnson & Son Co., Maynard, and Friend's drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrison
Worthington
Ind
Sun
Annie Stehle
Cottage Grove Ave
Chicago
F. Johnson & Son
Maynard
Jnc. C
Friend
Maynard notices and society scenes fill local page
Maynard events include Mrs Smethurst’s recovery from a fall, Rev Walker addressing St George’s guild on prison life, Masonic ball attendees in Hudson, a cakewalk for Master Walter Hanna, and Rev Crowe’s appendicitis and hospital care. Brown & Co to close stock and reopen with spring goods, plus a colonial supper by the Ladies Benevolent society and a church choir gathering with recitals and planning for improved music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kk. F. Brown & Co
Geo Smethurst
Robert Walker
East Cambridge
St George's Guild
Trinity Commandery
Hudson
Walter A. Hanna
Massachusetts General Hospital
Crowe
K. F. Brown & Co Clothiers
Daring’s Block
Brown
Maynard
Ladies’ Benevolent Society
Congregational Church
Sunderland
Samuel Lawton
R. W. Carter
Methodist Church
Brooks Street
Frances Schofields
Louie Long
A. Hodges
Ad& Hinchcliffe
Hiram Parkin
Geo Lawton
Bertha Batley
Carter
Ada Hinchcliffe
Frances Schofield
Alice Wolfenden
Jennie Peacock
Emma Winslow
Lillian Carter
Mary Wolfenden
Ed Philips
Ethel Taylor
Nellie Henderson
Sadie Rand
Gera Harwood
Ian. Parkin
Geo Champagne
Howard Wilson
J. K. Marsden
Geo Howard
Bert’ Lawton
Robert W. Carter
Maynard store to close out sale after fire damage
Maynard fire department curbed a blaze caused by a toppled large oil heating stove. About 25 watercoats were destroyed and nearby goods suffered smoke and extinguisher chemical damage. KE. F. Brown & Co announces mid-March store alterations and a two week closing out sale with deeply reduced prices and a refitting planned for spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard Fire Dept
Marek
Maynard
KE. F, Brown & Co, Clothing and Gents Furnishings
Darling’s Block
Thanking Maynard Fire Department for prompt action
A note from E. F. Brown Co Darling's Block thanks the Maynard Fire Department for swift response at Saturday night fire, saving their entire stock from destruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. F. Brown’ & Co
Darling’s Block
Personally Conducted Tour Leaves Boston April First
A special train of Wagner palace cars via the Fitchburg Route will depart Boston under the Pennsylvania R R tourism bureau. The fare is $25. J R Watson G P agt F R R Boston Mass will be used to send itineraries and applications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Wagner Palace
Fitchburg R. R
Pennsylvania
R. R. Tourist Bureau
J. R. Watson
Mass
Maynard locals advertise goods and jobs in a barter column
Maynard Mass notices promote a markdown sale of winter underwear at Summer and Glendale with Booth Lord delivering fast. They seek a capable woman for general housework and invite qualified applicants to Box 1000. Also ads brag about sausages and Bologna, fresh oysters, and meals at local spots, with a tenement for rent and a market stall at Central market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Summer
Glendale
Halle Farrtell
Booth & Lord
Maynard
Mass
W. A. Haynes Co Grain
Central Market
Gaskill’s
Darling
Black Summer Street
Fire at E Ffy Brown Co Clothing Store Causes Several Hundred Dollar Loss
A fire in the Darling block clothing store of E Ffy Brown & Co Saturday about 7 pm started when an oil stove toppled over used for heating flatirons. The floor oil ignited, the blaze grew quickly, and firefighters contained it soon after arrival. Several ulsters and overcoats were destroyed. Brown, who was at Marlboro, was notified by telephone and returned to Maynard to assess stock and reopen with new inventory. loss covered by Holyoke & Russell insurance in Marlboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Effy Brown & Co
Darling Block
Holyoke & Russell
Marlboro
Brown
Maynard
Clergymen Gathered at Marborol Meeting of central Methodist circuit
The central circuit of Methodist ministers met at Marborol church on Wednesday. Presiding Elder George F. Eaton led the session with Rev Alfred Wood, Rev J A Day, and multiple clergy from Cambridge Maynard Holliston Fitchburg and Maelboro. Discussions covered church attitudes to liquor mission work European church relations and the Christian Sabbath with a round table on Sunday services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George F. Eaton
Cambridge
J. P. Peterson
Methodist
Mr Brock
Congregational
Savonville
C. W. Wilder
Holliston
Roy J
A. Mesler
Maynard
A. J. Hall
Gleasondale
N.p. Whittaker
Fitchburg
Nou
Martin
A. P. Sharp
Massachusetts
Old Bay State
J. A. Day
England
France
Alfred Woolls
South Framingham
Germany
A. Oj. Hall
Russia
N. T. Whitaker
J. H. Warner
J. B. Clark
Walter Flint
J. ©. Cromie
Jertha Warner
Florence Martin
Special Fitchburg R R Washington Tour by Train
Twenty five dollars buys a personally conducted Washington tour on April 10 via Wagner palace cars and Fitchburg R R. All expenses included. Write J R Watson G P A Fitchburg R R Boston MA for itinerary.
Strikers in Wilkesbarre trial cited armed threats
Testimony in Sheriff Martin's case describes Sept. 10 events as McAdoo strikers directed violence. Witnesses include Mrs. Bonner and 82 year old Annie Draper detailing armed assailants, clubs, a revolver, stones, and men ordered to halt work as six road workers capitulated amid threats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkesbarre
Martin
John Bonner
Michael Degostine
Annie Draper
Cranberry
Lennahan
Thomas McNellis
McNeillis
Prohibition Party Nominates Rhode Island State Officers
Providence Feb 23 The Prohibition party of Rhode Island held its state convention on Washingtons birthday for the April election nominees Delegates from 27 towns attended and the nominees were for governor Idwin A Lewis Westerly lieutenant governor J D Harp East Providence secretary of state Joseph Peckham treasurer Isha T Read Woonocket
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Providence
Prohibition Party of
Rhode Island
Washington
Idwin. A. Lewis
Westerly
J. D. Harp
East Providence
Joseph Peckham
Lsha T. Read
Woonsocket
Bomb Explodes at Montpellier Commerce Leader Home
A bomb exploded at the residence of former chamber of commerce president Mr Messina in Montpellier. Severe damage occurred but no casualties. Police found three similar bombs near the staff headquarters and at the railroad depot. Several anarchists have been in the area for days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montpellier
France
Messina
Chamber of Commerce
Lewiston and Auburn spinners reject general strike
Reports from Lewiston and Auburn Maine indicate male spinners voted not to participate in a general strike. The item notes regional labor stance without broader actions or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewiston
Auburn
Senator White
California
Dc. H. Hughes
County
Versailles
Ind
Frank Lawlor
Providence
Marcellus
Scarsport
Dolliver
Gloucester
Mass
Peter Welch
Walter Y. Marshy
H.W. Fiske
Cumberland
Marion Olive Hanson
Ignatius Donnelly
Minneapolis
Law Court of Maine
Foxcroft
Hale
James Winter
New Foundland
Teachers Tour to Washington by Special Train
School teachers show strong interest in a personally conducted Washington tour on a special Fitchburg route train via Wag ner palace cars. The $25 rate fits vacation time and includes Philadelphia and Washington, managed by the Pennsylvania R R tourist bureau with a guarantee of first class arrangements. Joe R. Watson, general passenger agent, Boston, will furnish itineraries on application.
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Washington
Fitchburg R. R
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
R. R. Tourist Bureau
Joe R. Watson
F. R.R
Boston
Mass
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Maine
Evangelist Moody
Yale
Sam
Beverly Times
Enguland
THE
Maynard Fire Department
Maynard Locals
Marborol
Pennsylvania R. R
Fitchburg R. Ro
Atlanta
Baker
Lake City
Williamsburg County
Weather Forecast
Crockery
W. S. Howe & CO
Maynard, Mass
Walter B. Currier
5 Park SQ
Maynard's Block
Benne
W. W. Oliver
N. B
Derwear
Price
Calico
W. B. Cases
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