President Mellen and the New Haven Railway’s bold plans
A profile praises Charles Mellen for expanding transit, lowering coal rates, building routes, and supporting industry while resisting lobby influence. It argues his policies boost New England commerce and questions critics who label him corrupt for pursuing progress with public approval.
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Rank Lines
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New Haven
Boston & Maine
Theoston & Albany
Massachusetts
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Whitinsville factory workers strike for 50 hour week
Whitinsville workers at the plant have begun a 50 hour work week protest demanding shorter hours and better conditions. Union leaders say the action aims to pressure management for concessions and long term job stability.
New England Food Fair to Open in Mechanics Building Boston
The second annual New England Food Fair and House Furnishing Exposition will be held in October at Mechanics Building Boston under the Massachusetts Retail Grocers and Provision Dealers Association. The event will feature free attractions including the Bande De Policia from Mexico and Frank G. C. Bostock’s wild animal show with other exhibits from 22 Mexican states and Paul Revere’s Ride motion pictures.
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Boston
Massachusetts Retail Grocers and Provision Dealers Association
H. Creen
BB. J. Rowe
New England
Provision Dealers Association
C. H. Green
WB. J. Rowe
Messrs. Green
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United States Marine
Banda Roma
Mexico
C.H. Green
Bande de Policia
Diaz
Grand Hall
Frank GC
Bostock
Eastern Steamship Excursions Begin Summer Travel Rush
June marks the start of vacation season as the Eastern Steamship Company reports rising passenger traffic. The Portland Division ships Governor Dingley and Bay State carry large lists, with seven day trips from Boston to Portland starting next week and the popular daylight Cal bin Austin run from Union Wharf on Mondays and Fridays.
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Calvin Pott
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Fortland
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Governor Webb
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Kennebec
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Rockland
Penobscot
Bay Points
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Eastern Steamship Company
Calvin Austin
Union Wharf
Protect the Birds in May and June for Insect Control
A historic note on spring arrival and nesting in New England birds from May to July, detailing insect-eating roles of warblers, sparrows, and thrushes, their northward migration, and how cold springs and scarce food threaten bluebirds and martins, urging conservation.
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Antilles
Florida
New England
San Jose
Cooley
Claremont
Massachusetts
Lieut. Governor Hope Grows For John N Cole
Reported state wide support for Speaker John N Cole builds daily as campaign momentum shifts from city centers to rural voters. Cole’s country roots and steady political record attract party workers and new allies, reinforcing his path toward the lieutenant governorship.
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John N. Cole
Brigham resigns as superintendent of Diamond F factory
Charles F Brigham, superintendent of the S H Howe Diamond F factory, resigns to start his own shoe business. He will stay until July 15 with D Howard Fletcher in temporary charge. Brigham has 25 to 20 years with the company and will relocate Undetermined.
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Diamond F
Charles F. Brigham
S. H. Howe
Mr. Brigham
Howard Fletcher
Brigham
California
Marlboro
D. Howard Fletchee
Community fundraising fuels July 4 band concert and fireworks
Gardner merchants contribute 150 dollars to a city celebration with a band concert and fireworks planned for the Fourth of July evening. In Leominster, Richard H. Cutler, hoseman at the central fire station, keeps two newborn skunks as pets. In Winchendon, James M. Cahill, an elderly farmer, sees two gypsies fined ten dollars each with one hundred dollars awarded for damages after trespass.
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Gardner
Leominster
Richard H .Cutler
Central Fire Station
Mr. Cutler
Wincheindon
James M. Cahill
Welcome Rebekah Lodge Presents Traveling Bee Hive
About 50 members of the Welcome Rebekah lodge in Natick visited Jasper lodge and gifted a traveling bee hive that can be kept for 30 days before it must be passed on. The Natick item notes a local civic exchange of gifts and responsibilities.
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Holliston
Welcome Rebekah Lodge
Natick
Jasper Lodge
Fitchburg candidate weighs tank plan after risky bid
Fitchburg figure Thomas L. Hisgen contemplates establishing all tanks after his headstrong drive for the governorship last year. Leominster reports a seven foot nine inch snake killed by John A. Johnson despite the town's no license status.
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Fitchburg
Thomas L. Hisgen
Leominster
John A. Johnson
Alumni Reunion Planned for Hopedale Town Hall
The Hopedale alumni association schedules its annual gathering in the town hall on Saturday, June 20, inviting former students to reconnect and celebrate.
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Hopedale
Milford Eyes Park Sand Pits for Children
Local discussions consider placing sand pits in Milford town park and Draper Park as quarry activity increases nearby. Community opinion on safety and space remains mixed while officials review options.
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Milford
Draper Park
Upton Marks 173rd Anniversary of Town Founding
Sunday observed the 173d anniversary of Upton's founding with community events and reflections on the town's early history and development. Local residents gathered for ceremonies and reminiscences about shared heritage.
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Upton
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