Framingham Wins $100000 for New Town Hall
Framingham secures a $100000 appropriation for a town hall. The Iowa crew misses Fighting Bob while Gimpy looms in headlines. The Lowell Mail backs Howe for councilor in a sharp editorial. Prize money distribution lists Sampson at $100000 and Dewey at $9000. The state W C U convention sets Boston October 12 to 14 with Marlboro union attending. Charles K. Darling is honored by the Sons of Veterans for leadership under Massachusetts commander.
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Sampson
Dewey
W. C
Boston
Marlboro Union
Sons of Veterans
Massachusetts
Charles K. Darling
Boot and Shoe Workers Union Gains in Laster Dispute
The Shoe and Leather Reporter notes the Boot and Shoe Workers' union appears to have prevailed in the recent quarrel with the lasters, signaling a favorable outcome for organized labor in this sector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union
Lasters
Lynn
Shoe and Leather Reporter
Why the government avoids calling volunteers for occupation
The government resists forming an army of occupation by volunteer enlistment, seeking to avoid explicit mobilization that would signal conquest. The question suggests such a move could offer practical lessons in governance and occupancy dynamics.
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Philippine
Weymouth Seen Likely to Win Reelection in District Race
The Boston Journal notes incumbent George W. Weymouth of Fitchburg is well regarded for his performance in Congress. Colleagues praise his quick grasp of duties, committee appointments, and sound judgment, signaling strong support for another term.
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George W. Weymouth
Fitchburg
House of Representatives
Washington
Governmental control debate lands a knockout blow
The Sept 13 dispatches report Fifth regiment shortages in Pennsylvania show flaws in the governmental control idea. Critics warn of rail and telegraph censorship, press interference, and mismanagement by officials as schemes collapse under practical strain.
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Pennsylvania
Utuado
Adjuntas
Santiago
Pennsyyvania
Quartermster's
Alger
Associated Press
Massachusetts boycott prompts call to release Sixth regiment
The piece argues the Sixth Massachusetts regiment should be released from Porto Rico garrison duty, criticizing the War Department for how the request was handled and suggesting the unit did not volunteer for the assignment.
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Porto Rico
War Department
Short excerpt cites contempt for officers in Fitchburg Sun
The fragment argues that punishment for failings of commanding officers is likely, and questions whether Lee Alger and Aajt Gen Corbin will favor state requests. It reflects a critical local stance on military leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Alger
Corbin
Fitchburg Sun
Returning Soldier Quips Appetite Gift From War Department
In a Chicago Tribune excerpt a wife speaks of shock at her husband’s appetite while he jokes that the wartime command awarded him a feast for gallant meritorious service. The exchange highlights a soldier’s ravenous hunger as he jokes about official recognition.
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Henry
Jane
War Department
Chicago Tribune
Frock Coat Fashion Quip Sparks Shipping Gibe
A quirky quote contrasts a frock coat style with a Greek petticoat image and cites a Boston Journal barb about a Manxman coat having no tail, illustrating period-style fashion humor.
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Fall Caine
Boston Journal
PENSIONS How They May Be Obtained After War
The article outlines state pension procedures for Civil War veterans and widows. Col Parsons explains the Boston state pension office established since 1888 offers free service, with applications by in person or mail. Pensions range from 6 to 72 dollars monthly for disabled soldiers and 12 dollars monthly to widows and mothers, with 2 dollars per child under 16, plus any arrears due.
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Col Parsons
Boston
Congress
State House
Commissioner of Pensions
War Department
Washington
Tne
Maynard Locals Offer Doilies and Silks at Cleary & Williams
Cleary and Williams advertise a full supply of doilies and embroidery silks plus ready made skirts. Roberts offers lunch at all hours on Darling's black Sumner street. Fresh oysters arrive daily at Central Market.
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Cleary & Williams
Roberts
Darling
Black Sumner Street
Central Market
Wanted at Once for First Class Tailor Work
Advertises for first class cost and vest makers to work in James Mc Green Tailor shop in Acton Muss.
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James McGreen
Acton
Maynard Politico Social Notes and Local Races Preview
Maynard residents attend social events at Lovell and Brook street while Miss Harriet Naylor scouts New York millinery. The Republican caucus at Cooperative hall set for Wednesday September 28 aims to select delegates for state and district conventions. The town caucus also signals Maynard’s choice for general court representative with two known candidates, Persons and Hillis, in a tight race.
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Assabet Council
R. A
Harriet Naylor
New York
Cooperative Hall
Maynards
Northboros
H. Akroyd
GR. Tuttle
South Acton
Riverside Park
Hudson
Littleton
Tuttle
Akroyd
Maynard
Chas H. Persons
Thomas Hillis
Billy Murphy and Herbert Moore In Summerst Fight
Billy Murphy and Herbert Moore clashed over a pool game dispute last Thursday. The men fought in two rough bouts with Moore delivering the first blow and Murphy gaining the upper hand in a later struggle, totaling about 18 rounds in 14 minutes. An officer observed but made no arrests. Both men are described as good fellows, though the scraps raise questions of citizenship and reputation.
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Billy Murphy
Herbert Moore
Murphy
Moore
Billy
Enterprise
Maynards Suffer Whitewash by Concords in Lopsided Defeat
The Maynards were routed by the Concords last Saturday, managing only a few runs while Concords dominated at the plate. Wheeler pitched well but three singles off him and weak defense helped Concords build a one sided score. Hilferty struggled as his team failed to support him. Score line shows Concords 0, Maynards 15.
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Maynards
Concords
Wheeler
Hilferty
Toledo
A. Li. Backus
Union
W. J. Parks
Avas
Daugateravas
Boston Louisville series ends in high scoring rout
Bostons 24 run onslaught against Louisville highlights a chaotic schedule with multiple games tied by darkness. Other results include New York and St Louis tied at 7, Pittsburg over Brooklyn, Chicago over Washington, Cincinnati over Philadelphia, Cleveland brutalizing Baltimore, and Kansas City clinching the Western league pennant 6 to 5 over Indianapolis before a crowd of 8000.
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New Yorks
St. Louis
Pittsburgs
Kennedy
Brooklyns
Cronin
Fall Rivers
Trolley Dodgers
Chicagoes
Washington
Everett
Andrews
Cincinnatis
Philadelphias
Peters
Clevelands
Baltimore
Naps
Tebeau
Baltimores
Kansas City
Indianapolis
May meet in Roby for Corbett McCoy bout
Roby Indiana may host the Corbett versus McCoy fight with a 10000 seat arena plan. Details are being kept secret while organizers Stuart Considine and John Condon push ahead with arrangements and a Mount Clemens meeting set the battleground.
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la Porte
Ind
Roby
Corbett
McCoy
Stuart, Considine
John Condon
Mount Clemer
Mount
Infant McAvoy Dies From Skull Fracture After Alleged Liquor Incident
Portsmouth reports John McAvoy aged 1 years was found unconscious Monday evening and died from a fractured skull. Police investigate after he was last seen with two sailors, all reportedly under the influence of liquor in the city.
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Portsmouth
John McAvoy
McAvoy
Maynard Churches Service Times and Leaders
A compact listing of churches in Maynard with service times and staff. Congregational Church shows Rev T C Jackson with morning and evening services and midweek prayer. Methodist with Rev Edward Higgins and schedule. St Georges Episcopal with morning worship and vesper. St Bridget s RC with masses and baptisms plus organist Miss McMorrow.
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T. C. Jackson
W.H. Gutteridge
Christian Endeavor Meeting
Maynard
Herman E. French
Maggie B. Robertson
Press. E. Society
Edward Higgins
Epworth League
R W. Carter
ST Georges Episcopal Church
ST Bridget’s R. C
J. A. Crowe
West Acton
Rosary and Scapular Society
Miss McMorrow
Somerville Delegation Supports Sheriff Candidate Parkhurst
Somerville plans to send a strong delegation for M. C. Parkhurst as sheriff at the county convention. His supporters say he has the confidence and respect of the city and many leading men across the country.
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M. C. Parkhurst
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Mr Howe
Lowell
Dubuque
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Lovell
Robi Guenn
Canada
John Hanna
Maple St
Good Templars
M. EF. Church
Lawton
Brook St
Louisville
Bostons
Hamilton
Tenney
Lowe
Collins
Bies
Stahl
Bergen
Duffy
Ewes Stafford Lewis
Hickman
Louisvilles
PO E Clarke
Hoy
Hartzell
Teehee
Wagener
Decker
Ritchey
Taylor
Clingman
Kittridge
Lewis
Stafford
Clarke
Hey
Altrock
Dowling
Maynard Churches
Congregational Church
Methodist Episcopal Church
Somerville
Life
Booth
Hobs, Dewey and
Joseph Booth
Main Street
Dr Gilmore
Maynard Block
Sam
I. J. Boyd
D. D.S
Mawnar
H. P. Dahl & CO
Jewelers
Maynard, Mass
Walter B. Currier
Maynard’s Block
W. B. Cases
N. B. Butterick
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