England and America in Brief 1896 Observations
A compilation of quick notes from various sources discusses English and American political and cultural matters. It mentions Ashanti fears, lobbyists favoring annual elections, insurance interest in acetylene gas after a New Haven explosion, and Clerk McLaughlin's absence felt in the House. It notes Bayard Thayer’s case, Atlantica belief among scientists, Ignatius Donnelly as a historian, Webb signing Washington dispatches, Lowell church troubles, poet William Watson, Prince Henry of Battenberg’s life insurance, Princess Beatrice, Gloucester’s new city marshal and general Butler, and the local anti short-haired sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
General Butler
Henry Faxon
Satan followers described across France Belgium and the United States
An exchange notes many followers of Satanism in France Belgium and the United States. It says obedience tests love and Satan commands allegiance of many who are not openly affiliated with any denomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Belgium
United States
Edict on Muzzling Dogs Highlights Rabies Risk
The Boston Journal notes that many municipalities require dogs to be muzzled and argues that unlicensed or noncompliant communities bear the greatest hydrophobia risk. The piece implies a link between licensing and public health in urban areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Boston Journal
Boston
Cartoon critique of Herald cartoon mocks Boston figure
The writer mocks the Boston Herald for its English sympathizers and praises a Sunday cartoonist. The cartoon depicts a fat man representing J Bull with a sword on the wrong side and a revolver held awkwardly as if closing eyes before firing, a pose deemed unmasculine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Herald
J. Bull
Weymouth Favored for Fourth District Delegate Seat
The Boston Evening Record notes a shifting scene for Fourth district Republican delegates. Apsley is expected to head to St Louis as a delegate, while G W Weymouth of Fitchburg is favored for the other slot. A H Lowe once favored now faces McKinley aligned opposition, with Reed supporters strong in the district. Colonel James Phillips backs Weymouth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Evening Record
Enterprise
Hudson
Weymouth
Fourth
Apsley
St. Louis
G. W. Weymouth
Fitchburg
A. H. Lowe
McKinley
Mr. Weymouth
James Phillips
Weymouth Emerges as Fitchburg Figures Rise in House
Mr Weymouth joins the house as a new member with strong ties to Fitchburg institutions. Speaker Meyer assigns him to the ways and means committee. He serves as president of the Fitchburg board of trade and director of several local firms and banks. At 45, he is a leading figure in manufacturing and local commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weymouth
Meyer
Ways and Means Committee
House
Mr. Weymouth
Fitchburg Board of Trade
Fitchburg National Bank
Fitchburg and Leominater Street
R. R. Co
Fitchburg Savings Bank
Aetna Life Insurance Co
Simond’s Rolling Machine Co
Orswell Mills
Tenney
Loafers Not Allowed On The Premises
A crusty janitor directs Moseley Wraggs and Tufford Knitt past a sign declaring loafers not allowed on the premises. Moseley protests the meaning of the word durivation as he and Knitt move off with a lofty air, their coats greasy and collars up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moseley Wraggs
Tufford
Publication deadline notice for weekly issue
Instructions urge submissions reach the office by Tuesday night to appear in the current week. Early delivery avoids condensation or delay of articles. News and ads and subscriptions may be left with T. F. Newton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. F. Newton
Acton notes show village growth and events
E. Jones shot his first fox last week Wednesday. Mr. Hanks moved his family to Leominster. The milkmen finished filling their ice house last Friday. The cycle boys plan a turkey supper. Local businesses begin stock taking and new industry looms with a rebuilt house on Riverside park. Church notes cover sermons, society meetings, and a grand turkey supper planned for Feb. 6 1896 with entertainment by Maynard and Coffin.
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Riverside Park
Assabet Avenue
William Curry
Wm. F. Dusseault
Christian Endeavor Society
H’s
South Acton
Acton Centre
Congregational Church
W. R.buxton
First Universalist Church
Mass
DeWitt’s Little Early Risers Featured in Street Scene
A druggist hands a bottle of DeWitt's Little Early Risers to a man who boasts of global influence. The scene lists B. F. Johnson & Son Maynard C H Whitney Concord and H A Littlefield West Acton as local traders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
B. F. Johnson & Son
Maynard
C. H. Whitney
Concord
H. A. Littlefield
West Acton
Republic
Massacres in Armenia Questioned by British Delegates
Blue Books publish official dispatches from 1894 to 1895 assessing Armenian massacres. Delegates doubt wholesale slaughter while noting killings, expulsions, and Kurdish retaliation. estimates vary from 20 to 900 victims across Sasoun district, with underreporting and suppressed evidence cited.
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Lonpox
Murad
Talori
Shenik
Semal
Ghelleguzan
Agpi
Spagank
Shipley
Hampson
Sassoun
Ghel'ezuza
Turkey
Suromerapa
Ohannes
Shero
Tewfik
M. H. Ward
Van
Jury Finds Not Guilty in Dowd Shooting Case
Boston verdict absolves George E. Johnston of Medford in the November barroom shooting of Harvard medical student Francis E. Dowd with intent to murder. Other notes mention local society items, a 92 year old Mrs. Derby, a leap year ball, waterworks installation, and endorsements for One Minute Cough Cure.
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Boston
George E. Johnston
Medford
Francis E. Dowd
Harvard
Charlestown
Concord Junction community notices and events
A busy week with a 17-person Park theatre outing, WCTU meeting at Mrs. W. W. Campbell's, Royal Arcanum ladies night, Eastern Star installation next Saturday, a 30-couple assembly on the 22nd, and a Christian Endeavor day event. Fitchburg railroad derailment delay near the junction. Stockholders elected officers at Association hall. Union Church service times listed. Local subscription drive and basket sale promotions at Miss E. G. Stoddard's.
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H. Fitchburg
B. and A
Albany
Fitchburg
Maynard
Congregational Church
Herod
Palestine
Christ
Eastern Star
Agth
Christian Endeavor, Society
Christian Endeavor
Uncalled Letters At Maynard Post Office
Maynard Massachusetts post office lists 40 uncalled letters. Items will be forwarded to the Dead Letter Office if not collected by February 1. Names include Alice Brooks Rob W Baker Timothy Brennan and others.
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Maynard, Mass
Alice Brooks
Rob W. Baker
Timothy Brennan
Joseph Borensen
Annie Louise Dolan
James Dillingham
John Erickson
E. H. Fuller
S. Goldberg
Ida M. Harris
Fred H. Hayes
M. M. Harris
Emily Kimball
N. A. Kenedy
T. D. Mulecahey
Wm. McLaughlin
Martha E. Nixon
D. L. Nanasse
L. Nutting
Geo. Phelan
Robi. Pringle
Jas. Reed
Henry Tatro
Lenart Trisppor
Thos. Taylor
Miss L. Smith
H. E. Sheridan
Jas. Swift
L. R. Smith
Won. R. Hatt
P. M
Card of Thanks for Help During Illness and Death
We express sincere thanks to friends and neighbors who assisted us during the sickness and death of our mother. Samuel G. Hopkins, Joseph Hopkins and Family Maynard Mass January 27 1896.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel G. HopkEss
Josefx G. HopeEss
Maynard, Mass
Piano and Organ Instruction in Maynard
In Maynard every Wednesday after noon, Room 5, Maynard's block. If you desire thorough instruction on piano or organ call in and see him.
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Maynard
Maynard’s Block
To Let A New Six Room Tenement Inquire At Roberts
Found A purse containing a small sum of money. Owner can recover by proving ownership to James R. Bent. Cleary & Williams offer underwear hosiery mittens. Leighton Darling's block invites furniture buyers to learn prices.
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H. W. Roberts
Cleary & Williams
James R. Bent
Leighton
Darling
Also Mentioned on This Page
England
New Haven
Fitchburg Sentinel
McLaughlin
House of Representatives
Bayard Thayer
Ignatius Donnely
Washington Dispatches
Webb
Lowell
Sultan
William Watson
Prince Henry of Battenberg
Beatrice
MR. Apsley
E. Jones
Mr. Hanks
Leominster
Tuttle, Jones & Wetherbee
Barker
Concord Junction
Odd Fellows
Hapgood
Geo. Conant Farm
Acton
Littlefield’s
Will S. Hoit
Malone
N. Y
Frank
Charley
Eddie Hoit
Maynard Street
Maple Street
A. Merriam & Co
Hayward
Armenia
Great Britain
STOW
Mrs. Warren
John Fletcher
Mrs. J. K. Hall
Town
Mr. Shaw of
Ashby
Elizabeth Lord
Miss Lawrence
Mrs. Wm. Brown of
Littleton
Eleanor Derby
Edwin Brown
W. H. Lord
Park Theatre
W. W. Campbell
Royal Arcanum
Union Church
E. G
Mr. Ross I. Wells
Maynard Jocals
W.b.cases
Walter B. Currier
5 Park SQ
Gent
A. H. Haynes
Riverside Block
Photography
F.J. Taylor
South Acton, Mass
Beachmont
Geo. Milne
Florista
Horace Tuttle
Walden Street
J. C. Friend
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