Bee Editorial May Day origins and global observance
A compact look at May Day as a workers solidarity holiday with roots in ancient agriculture, the maypole tradition from medieval Europe, its spread to the Americas, Puritan backlash, and the long standing May basket custom. The piece notes continued though waning popularity of May Day baskets in modern classrooms and homes.
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Lancaster Bee roundup covers local votes and events
The Lancaster Bee notes Lancaster Gummo named police chief. Upcoming candidate coverage for school boards. May events include prom and graduation schedules, honor rolls, and a farmers market return in Alden. May holidays Cinco de Mayo and Star Wars Day are highlighted with guidance. Submissions close May 4 for school election letters. Mother’s Day reminders stress planning ahead.
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Alden Teachers Meet Amid Regional Attendance
The Alden Teachers Association session drew educators from Lancaster Tonawanda Amherst Grand Island and Cheektowaga with welcome address recitations and class exercises. New Lackawanna Road trains between Binghamton and Buffalo arrived with olive green interiors and coordinated exteriors matching existing coaches.
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