Summer activities at state reformatory include sports and events
Major Michael J. Dee and Mrs Vee oversee a August month schedule with inmates and staff in a range of events. Participants contest side stroke and crawl races, diving and advanced diving while names such as Philip Peterson Robert Whidden and Cynthia Beaver appear among officials and competitors. A postponed church food sale due to illness is noted.
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Michael J. Dee
Massachusetts Reformatory
Vee
Laia
Edward F. Wright
U. 4
Pnouse
Philip Peterson
Robert Whidden
Nina
Cynthie Beaver
Charles Calkins
Donald Worthen
Richard
Alfred Paine
Judith Pill
Mary Maloney
Dorothy Coan
Judith Taylor
Dorothy White
Helen King
The Congressional Medal of Honor Overview
The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest American award for valor issued in two forms, army and navy. Instituted in 1862, 1722 medals had been awarded before World War I, with 90 awards for American World War I service and six given to Unknown Soldiers of allied armies.
Massachusetts probate notice for Emma Augusta Reed estate
The probate court in Middlesex County announces a petition to appoint Everett W. Reed of Acton as administrator of Emma Augusta Reed's estate without bond. Interested parties may object by filing with the court or their attorney.
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Middlesex
Emma Augusta Reed Late
Acton
Everett W. Reed
Miss Elizabeth Wentworth Sets Sail for European Trip
Miss Elizabeth Wentworth daughter of Dr and Mrs Mark Wentworth sails with her parents on the Laconia for England Sweden and Norway itinerary includes Breton where she will judge Scotch events at the 160th anniversary festivities. They depart Concord July 21 visiting many points of interest.
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Elizabeth Wentworth
Mark Wentworth
Laconia
England
Sweden
Norway
Gladys
William EB. J. Graham
Doris Graham
Marion Matheson
Rockport
Concord
U S Holds Perpetual Lease of Panama Canal Zone
A writer in the Indianapolis News notes the United States does not own the canal zone it uses. Under the 1908 Washington treaty the U S holds a ten mile wide zone, with rights to exclude Panama’s sovereignty. Compensation includes $10,000 upfront and $250,000 annually, with transfer to another nation needing Panama’s consent.
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United States
Panama Canal
Indianapolis News
Washington
Panama
Republic of Panama
Canal Zone
Origin of the baker's dozen explained in England
The article notes that bakers once risked fines for short weight, so English law required adding a thirteenth loaf after weighing to ensure quantity. This extra piece made the 12 plus one for surety become known as the baker's dozen.
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England
London
Meerschaum Pipe Material Explained as Stone Not Wood
Meerschaum, a clay-like silicate of magnesia, is a stone material used for pipes not wood. The term translates to geoframe and describes its mineral composition and origins.
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Magnesia
Eugene
Middlesex Laundry Armys Edge Mayor Irwin 8-6 in Crowe Park Tilt
In Crowe Park Medford Sunday Middlesex Laundry Armored unit defeated Mayor Irwin 8 to 6 after a seesaw battle. Key hits from Joan fie Poe and Toropa sparked a late rally as Middlesex pulled away with strong defense and timely hitting led by Hardy and Fingard. The crowd welcomed local heroes and praised Tolman’s hustling team building.
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Maynard
Middlesex Laundry Artillery
Mayor Irwin
Medford
Crowe Park
George Johnson
Hardy
Tolman-Lawson
Joannie Poe
Middlesex
Trom Toropa
Pop Glady
Joe Kaler
Johnson, Fingard & Company
Doc Flaherty
Reg
Cooper
Torppa
Plaberty
Fingard
Willow
Christ Sarno
Boston
Tolman Combinaton
Henry Tolman
Henry
Acton
Dick Lawson
Middlesex Keeps Lead With Narrow Win Over Lynch Club
Georgie Lehto drove in the decisive runs as Middlesex Laundry edged Lynch Club 4 to 3 in Cambridge. Lehto fanned 11 on the mound while Glady Fingard and Boulden each had two hits for the Middlesex nine. Whelan, Plarsky, and Nadeau contributed for the Cantabs in a tense midweek clash.
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Maynard
Georgie Lehio
Middlesex Laundry
Lynch Club
Cambridge
Tolman
Law
Miller Oil
Sogert
Manziti
iUlies
Georgie Lento
Middlesex
Glady
Fingard
Boulden
Plarsky
Whelan
Nadeau
Lynch
Lehto
Bouilden
Rogert
Gratitude for Sympathy After Bereavement
The family of the late James J. Duggan thanks everyone for kindness during their bereavement. Appreciation is extended for the flowers and mass cards received.
Card of Thanks for Kindness After Bereavement
We express appreciation to all who were kind to us during our recent bereavement for flowers and spiritual bouquets. Mrs. Catherine McCarthy Mr. and Mrs. James McCarthy and family.
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James J. Duggan
Catherine McCarthy
James, McCarthy
Family thanks for support after John J. Manning's death
The family of the late John J. Manning expresses sincere thanks to all who assisted during their sorrow. Grateful for the many thoughtful acts and beautiful floral tributes of sympathy and esteem.
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John J. Manning
Pele the Fearsome Hawaiian Goddess Challenged by Princess
In 1824 Princess Kapiolani of Hilo challenged the feared Pele deity under the old taboo system. The tale notes the goddess’s terrifying powers and the impact on native fear in Hawaii.
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Madame Pele
Hawaiiian Islands
Kapiolani
Hilo
United States National Park of
Hawaii
Algeroba Tree Spreads Across Hawaii Covering Farmland
The Algeroba tree, introduced to Hawaii in 1837, now covers about 80 000 acres of semi arid land. It provides cattle fodder and shelters most of the bees in the region.
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Hawaii
Grst Couple Leave Mark Over Door with Initials
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an over the door inscription bearing initials and a date from the first young couple who built and inhabited the home, dating back more than two centuries.
Maynard Ollila Wins New England 100 Meter Freestyle Title
Maynard Ollila of the Tarmo A C wins the Men's Senior 100 meter freestyle at the New England meet held at Smith Memorial Pool Salem on Saturday. He beats Olneyville’s Witold Babula by six inches and is two-fifths of a second from the record time of 1m 33.58, showing a strong final stretch. Ollila, a popular Iowa athlete, also stars in Maynard hockey and is praised for his modest, cheerful character.
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Maynard
Leonard Ollila
Tarmo A. C
New England
Smith Memorial Pool
Salem
Lennie
Witold Babula
Olneyville
Babula
Lennie Ollila
Iowa
Sudbury Notes On Games Visits And Local Movements
Sudbury reports the rained out baseball game against Acton likely rescheduled for Friday. Local residents visit friends and relatives including Mrs William McCarthy Miss Carol McCarthy Miss Ruth Fillebrowne and Miss Anne Moynihan. Artists and travelers pass through town with Breezy Lake outings and health department visits noted.
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Acton
William McCarthy
Carol McCarthy
Weston
Halieran
Northcote
Ruth Fillebrowne
Ashland
Anne Moynihan
St. Louis
Ruth Cairns
New York
Waterbury
Conn
Awain Buxton
Brewster
Jean Buxton
Sudbury
New London
Anne Buxton
David
Wisconsin University
Rameon
Harry Wells
Concord
Perry Place
Maynard Road
Margaret Motherworth
Nellie Ambrose
Health Department of
Framingham
Frederick Brush
Winthrop
Horace Reed
Candy Hil
White Pond
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Morgan
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New England Equity Corp
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Main &J
Marlboro
Fair Field Farm
Parker St
Lake Walgsie
Lincoln
Plodplez
Western Electric Sound
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Bela Lugosi
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Mary Ellis
Miriam. Hopkins
Becky Shar
POM
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Arthur Powers
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