Garden Club All Day Meeting Praises Flower Show
Garden Club of Winthrop held an all day meeting at Mrs. C L Covington’s Nahant Avenue home despite cold winds and rain. Mrs. Robert A Walsh reported results of the All American Flower Show with prizes awarded for arrangements and blooms.
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Garden Club
Winthrop
C. L. Covington
Nahantave
Harry S. Hamilton
Robert A. Walsh
Walsh
Alexander
Winthrop Theatre
Covington
Ralph M. Harper
T. C. Naedele
Birds Suffer Airway Ailment From Drafts and Cold
Birds exposed to wet cool drafts may develop cattarhox head colds with nasal discharge and throat mucus. Lethargy and dull feathers signal illness. wheezy birds are often asthmatic or acornes. Nine air sacs can clog with fungus or mold, causing breathing difficulty and weakness, akin to hay fever in humans.
John Hancock Signature Acknowledged in Declaration History
The term John Hancock is used to describe a signature due to the prominent signatory John Hancock on the Declaration of Independence. This nickname emphasizes his bold and recognizable signature.
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John Hancock
Town Revues Struck By Bad Weather And Local Happenings
Local weather has harmed nine performances in a row for the minstrel revue. Mary Foley recuperates at Chelsea Memorial Hospital after surgery. Eddie Reardon injured his skull when he fell from a porch while dozing near the Beach Corner Amoco station. A fireman required a doctor after a hand injury. Dorothy Cronin studies Red Cross lifesaving in Salisbury. Laura Newton to wed Henry Keenan soon. Rita Claire Donovan set for a wedding to Paul Day. Henry Legere released from service due to citizenship paper issue. Town events include WPA sewing unit closure and a Railroad Station brewery odor. Judith Edna born to Mr. and Mrs. Copley Griffiths. Barbara Tattan excited for New York trip. The Playstead Station smelled of beer and whiskey. The camera club will visit Monadnock Reservation. Mrs. Gildea back after illness. Jennie Shell and Arthur tour Canada. Gus Natale and spouse celebrate 25th anniversary.
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Eddie Reardon
Amoco
Eccentric Display of Wealth by Lord Clive
A historical note describes Lord Clive’s opulent display as India was under British rule. It highlights a court suit sewn from costly material and lined with parchment to prevent wrinkling, illustrating his extravagance at the height of power.
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Lord Clive
India
England
Gentleman A man who can disagree without being disagreeable
A succinct maxim on etiquette noting that true gentility lies in handling disagreement calmly without offensive conduct. It frames disagreement as a test of character and civility rather than confrontation.
Minstrel Revue Seeks Support for Soldier Benefit
Winthrop residents back a two night minstrel revue to aid soldiers. About 1000 cast and committee members work amid bad weather to present a standout performance with elaborate scenes, costumes and music. Tickets urged for Wednesday and Thursday evenings. proceeds fund soldiers and show expenses.
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Winthrop
Jis
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Flexees
Lastiques
P.S
Marion’s Specialty Shop
Crest Avenue
Ocean
Highlands
Shantung
Hambrays
Crest Ave
Mason
Colonial Times
Harper
Charleston
S. C
J. J. MacDonald
Officer MacDonald
Eyhole
Ie Mary Foley
Wave Way Ave
Chelsea Memorial Hospital
Dorothy Cronin
Washington Ave
Salisbury
Winthrop Chapter
American Red Cross
Laura J. Newton
Henry Keenan
Hatch
Jerry
Lil Flanagan
Atlantic City
Rita Claire Donovan
Cottage Park Rd
Paul Day
South Boston
Dawnie
West Point
Se Junior
Henry Legere
Fort Heath
Henry
Loe
Barbara Tattan
New York
Barbara
Playstead
Mrs. Copley Griffiths
Point Shirley
Judith Edna
Miss Bliss
Priscilla
Legion
Evelyn L. Gilbert
Lincoln
George and
Rena. Gilbert
Sunnyside Ave
Camera Club
Monadnock Reservation
New Hampshire
Jennie Shell
Arthur
Canada
Gus Natale
Hockomock Club
Lc. U
Lewis
Lewis’ Hotel and Cafe
Boulevard
Revere
Boulevard Theatre
Mrs. Lewis
TEL
K. of C
Mike
Roger Dodd
Winthrop—Council
Knight Dodd
Winthrop Council
Knights of Columbus
Ellis Hall
State Advocate
James Flanagan
Hyannis
O'Connell, Honan
Welch
Raymond Flannery
Frank O’maley
The
Elks
Frank
Maud Murray
Harvard
U. S
Jacob Jones
Coast Guard
Tampa
Europe
Kelfer
Blue Ribbon Beer
Kelfer Liquor Store, Inc
Winthrop ST
Winthrop Trust Co
Winthrop, Mass
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
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