Lincoln School Funding Shown as Low in State Ranking
The Lincoln superintendent warns that the town ranks near the bottom in the share of assessed valuation devoted to schools. A lengthy state list places Lincoln eight from the rear among 353 cities and towns. A telephone hearing at the state house also notes that travel cost can exceed the time saved by a short call, underscoring value concerns.
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Middlesex County
Superintendent of Schools of
Lincoln
Kennedy
State House
Boston
Springfield
Massachusetts marks centennial of John Adams inauguration
The piece notes March 4 1897 as the 100th anniversary of John Adams second U S president and urges Massachusetts schools to honor the day per Governor Wolcott's proclamation. It recalls Adams' roles in Boston Washington Navy and the Declaration of Independence and asks if local schools will follow the recommendation.
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Washington
Massachusetts
Bay State
United States
John Adams
Wolcott
George Washington
Commonwealth
Continental Congress
Boston
Congress
United
Europe
Massaschusetts
Immigrant Bill Sparks Cross-Border Debate
The opposition to the immigration bill, awaiting the president’s signature, argues it harms border Canada and Mexico by barring non-declared male aliens from public works jobs and U.S. employment. Windsor Ontario council enacts a six month residence rule and seeks Canadian limits on alien artisans.
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Canada
Mexico
United States
City Council of
Windsor
Ont
Fitchburg Sentinel
Triumph of the flirt Paris court ruling inspires cautious suitors
The New York court of appeals ruled a man who kept company with a woman for three years and shared late nights, trips discussions, and prayer meetings could not be charged with wrong for marrying another, since no definite marriage talk occurred. The Worcester Spy calls it a triumph for flirt art and warns serious girls to press for commitment.
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New York Court of Appeals
Europe
New York
Worcester
Mr. Rice's Position at Trade Club Banquet
Honorable W. B. Rice declares at the Trade club banquet that the nation's goals require courage and Yankee enterprise. He urges bold action and industrious spirit to advance industry and growth.
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W. B. Rice
Trade Club
Courage
Yankee Enterprise
Shoes Manufacturer Speaks on Tariff Policy Influence
A representative manufacturer of shoes voices the view that his business must remain independent of tariffs to sustain the home market, asserting the stance as a practical consideration for policy. His statement reflects broader concerns about trade barriers affecting domestic industry.
Blankets Featured In One-Item Goodly & Co Ad
A dry goods note says advertising a single item can impress readers with the existence of bargains at Goodly & Co. today showing blankets. The tactic aims to keep shoppers watching for tomorrow's ad.
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Goodly & Co
Editor cites ethic for journalists at Somerville meeting
The Somerville Citizen editor urged that a man should never do as a newspaper man what he would not do as a gentleman at a recent city gathering. The Brockton Times notes the remark as sound.
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Somerville Citizen
Brockton Times
Maynard Caucuses Nominate Local Officials
Maynard held Republican and Citizens caucuses in Cooperative hall with little incident. Republicans nominated town officers led by Charles H. Persons and Wm. H. Gutteridge. Citizens chose J. J. Hilferty as town clerk and George Flood as selectman after a tie and a close vote. David Henderson announced plans to run after caucuses.
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Maynard
Cooperative Hall
F. H. Salisbury
George Hartman
Charles H. Persons
Wm. H. Gutteridge
L. R. Cheney
Alex. Veitch
O. S. Fowler
L. H. Maynard
Board of Health
F. P. Flagg
James N. Haire
Fred Axford
S. G. King
Wm. H. Jones
Gavin Taylor
Geo. Hartman
Citizens’ Caucus
Thomas Hillis
David Miller
George Flood
David Hender
Henderson
J. J. Hilferty
William H. Gutteridge
James Higgins
B. J. Coughlin
H. A. Clements
James Mullen
David Henderson
Henderson Withdraws Nomination Leaving Flood as Opponent
Nomination papers filed by David Henderson were recalled leaving Flood as the only challenger to Cheeney. Henderson cites party and family reasons. A temperance rally featuring Dr. C N Whitney and his wife drew a strong crowd as campaign events continue through Wednesday evening. Voters are urged to participate and support no license positions to influence Maynard’s stance.
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David Henderson
Flood
Cheeney
Henderson
C. N. Whitney
Maynard
Fresh oysters daily at Central Market and local notices
All orders for Sheehan's Depot Hack left with M. L. Clark at the Summer St. RR crossing will be promptly attended to. Upholstering and furniture repair by J. Butterworth at Roberts house Summer street Maynard. For sale an express wagon and a top buggy. Apply to H. P. N. Dahl Maynard Mass.
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Sheehan
M. L. Clark
Will Bee
J. Butterworth
Roberts House
Summer Street
Maynard
H. P. N. Dahl
Mass
Walden Street
Concord
J. C. Friend
Brigham Orchestra Engagements This Week
Harry E. Brigham and his orchestra perform at Haverhill Monday Marlboro Universalist dance Wednesday Lowell Thursday and Springfield Friday. The schedule lists engagements across New England venues with dates for local musical events.
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Harry E. Brigham
Haverhill
Lowell
Springfield
DeWitts Little Easy Risers Promote Quick Relief
They are so small that the most sensitive persons take them and so effective that stubborn cases of constipation headache and torpid liver yield to them. Known as the famous little pills by DeWitt. B F Johnson Son Maynard H Whitney Concord H A Littlefield West Acton.
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DeWitt
B. F. Johnson & Son
Maynard, C
H. Whitney
Concord
H. A. Littlefield
West Acton
E. E. Turner
Compton
Maynard
C. H. Whitney
H. A Littlefield
Dre,Boynton & Boynton
Marlboro
Everthing
Windsor House
Golden wedding anniversary in Sudbury 1847 couple
In North Sudbury Matthew Oliver born 1825 and Eliza Ann Lennell born 1825 celebrated their fiftieth year of marriage at Groveland farm. A reception featured gifts from friends and neighbors including clocks, silverware, china, and a $5 gold piece. The couple’s long lives spanned Tanner work, public service in Winchester, and community activity with friends from Maynard, Sudbury, and Acton.
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Roxbury
Mass
Matthew Oliver
Canaan
N. Y
Eliza Ann Lennell
Portland
I. S. Shaler
Cabot Street
Ann Louisa
Maynard
John Freeman
Westboro
Lorenzo M
Sudbury
Luella Bryant
Boston
Charles A. Kidder
North
Groveland Farm
W. W. Oliver
John F. Oliver
Salem Wilder
Winchester
Thomas Rouse
H. H. McGrail
John Cleary
Orrin S Fowler
Lorenzo F. Oliver
Thomas Hillis
Moses W. Maynard
W. A. Haynes
A. G. Haynes
A. T. Haynes
A. W. Haynes
A. C. Haynes
John W. Price
Sophia
L.chaplin
Concord
Florence Oliver
Julius Loewe
F. M. Lyon
West Somerville
Clara Wollerchied
John Newman
Genesta
Martha F. Smith
Acton
Albert Ayer
Annie Oliver
John Kenney
Taylor, Ford & Co
Middlesex County Leaders Discuss Roads and Growth
A Somerville citizen talks with County Commissioner Gould on Middlesex duties and the push for better roads. He notes the county’s limited powers, petition requirements, and pending plans for a new East Cambridge registry building opening bids March 15 amid rising demand for space and improved infrastructure.
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Somerville
Gould
County Commission of
Middlesex
Middlesex County
Cambridge
Registry of Deeds
Probate Court
Commissioners’ Office
Suffolk County
Boston
Addressing the President in historical letters and tone
Excerpt from March Ladies' Home Journal explains proper forms of address for the President. It notes letters should use To the President and spoken form Mr. President, while other titles like His Excellency or His Majesty were rejected in Washington's time.
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Harrison
March Ladies’ Home Journal
Washington
Austria
White Office
White House
Executive Department
Little Early Risers Promise Quick Relief
A compact advertisement touts De Witt's Little Early Risers as a safe quick fix for headache constipation dyspepsia sour stomach and dizziness. It lists distributors including B F Johnson & Son Maynard C H Whitney Concord and H A Littlefield West Acton.
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DeWitt
B. F. Johnson & Son
Maynard
C. H. Whitney
Concord
H. A. Littlefield
West Acton
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Maynard, Mass
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Concord Junction
Westvale
South Sudbury
Northboro
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Gaskell & Taylor
R. R. Station
Real Estate Directory
Lancaster Bolton
Berti
Wellesly
Houpson
Shrewsbury
BoytsTon
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