200 Years Ago
- T. I. Darrow, tailor, informs the public that he has taken a shop in the building occupied by Nathan Dikeman, where all those who may favor him with their custom may depend on having their work done in the best manner. He solicits a share of the public patronage.
- The public are hereby informed that Robert A. Coffin, a gentleman of liberal education, has opened a select school in Worthington, for the instruction of youth in those branches which are usually taught in academics. A few scholars from abroad will be received if offered. The school will be continued so long as suitable encouragement shall be given.
100 Years Ago
- President Coolidge demonstrated that he would rather be comfortable than fashionable. Setting out on a stroll, he decided it was too warm for a felt hat, prescribed as the proper headgear after Sept. 15. Instead, he wore a straw sailor, which had seen a summer of service.
- Miss Helen M. Richards, adopted daughter of Mayor William H. Feiker, celebrated her 12th birthday today with a party for 26 friends at the mayor s home in Bay State. A theatre party at the Calvin, followed by an automobile ride around the city was also included in the day s strenuous observance.
50 Years Ago
- Directed verdicts of not guilty were ordered in Hampshire County Superior Court this week in the case of three union organizers charged with disorderly conduct outside Bookland, Inc. One of the three defendants and a fourth union member still face one charge each of assault and battery against the wife of the owner of the store.
- David Cramer captured 37 percent of the vote, edging out the other three mayoral candidates in a mock election at Hawley Junior High School Friday. Cramer received 203 votes compared to 161 for Edward Gross, 122 for Harry Chapman and 55 for Thomas O Connell.