This Week in History: 1911

Here's a look at some of the stories that were making headlines on this week more than 100 years ago — in 1911.

Every week, Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. In 1911: A Disgraceful Exhibition: "A so-called exhibition of 'boxing' was given at Hiberman Hall, Wednesday evening, that was attended by fully 300 people. Richard Fleming was referee, and three bouts were given by pugilists who were introduced under the following names: Young Murphy vs. Young Welch, Young Wallace vs. Young Munroe. The main bout was between Young McGovern of Woburn and Young Kenney of Lowell." The article goes on to say that the fights were held without the selectmen's permission and went off in spite of protests by Rev. Pickles and others. The article …

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This Week in Marblehead History: Last Week January 1969

Here's a look at some of the stories that were making headlines.

Every week, Marblehead Patch spins through Marblehead Messenger microfilm machine at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. In 1969: Value of Property Zooming: Although real estate prices in Marblehead in the past year have already exceeded by $1.5 million the assessments fixed in last year's revaluation study, this does not mean that values set in the 1968 report are already obsolete, members of the Board of Selectmen were told by members of the Board of Assessors. The statement was made during a discussion of the need for a fulltime paid assessor to keep the valuation survey up to date. Old Town Changes Reviewed: An official look at some of the many physical changes taking place in the business…

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This Week in Marblehead History: 1977

Here's a look at some of the stories that were making headlines on this week in 1977.

Every week, Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at the Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. In 1977: A Triple Whammy — One Big Mess, Police Lt. Says: "They were calling it a double whammy when the second storm piling up 17 inches of snow hit. So they knew what to call the third one when it struck Sunday night (A Triple Whammy). Cosat Guard Rescues Six — The First Man Who Jumped Has Not Been Located: "The high drama of the Coast Guard's rescue of six crewmen of the coastal tanker Chester A. Poling Monday came over the air waves for many Marbleheaders to hear. Those able to monitor Coast Guard channels, mostly Channel 16, with their radio scanners used …

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This Week in Marblehead History: 1974

Here's a look at some of the stories that were making headlines on this week in 1974.

Every week, Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. On this week in 1974: Herman the Skunk Saved from Strangulation: Mrs. John A. Matheson, of 72 Pond St., started several years ago putting bread and milk in a saucer on the back porch of her home for any animal that wanted a nightly snack. Pretty soon it became a popular gathering place at dusk for raccoons and skunks. Last April Matheson started feeding a skunk she named "Herman Jr." after a skunk she named "Herman" and fed for two years. About two weeks ago, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Simpson, of Little Harbor Way, found little Herman with an empty jar of Crosse and Blackwell …

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This Week in Marblehead History: 1915

Here's a look back at the stories that were making local headlines on this week in 1915.

Every week, Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. On this week in 1915: New Police Telegraph System: The outside boxes for the police signal system have been shipped and will be installed next week so that the entire system should be in working order by the week following. The outside wiring was completed several months ago and the desk with full equipment has been installed. One of these devices even prints on the tape the year, month, day, hour and minute a report comes in. Sunshine Malted Milk Biscuits: We are pleased to announce that we are again able to offer these crisp dainty biscuits on Pleasant Street in …

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This Week in Marblehead History: 1935

Here's a look back at the stories that were making local headlines on this week in 1935.

Every week, Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. In 1935: Neck Residents to Seek Better Police Guard: Better police protection for Marblehead Neck will be sought by summer residents of the colony, according to a recent report and it is understood that a delegation will wait upon the board of selectmen in the near future. During the past few years, many breaks have been reported in the exclusive summer colony, resulting in the loss of several thousand dollars worth of household furnishings, clothing and personal effects. Plumbing thieves who ripped bathroom fixtures from the walls, also and a great deal of damage. Local…

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This Week in Marblehead History: 1954

Here's a look back at some of the stories that were making local headlines on this week in 1954.

Every week Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in Marblehead history. In 1954: Flash Fire Aboard Half Tide II Injures Four Persons: The second flash fire within one week occurred in Marblehead Harbor on Monday aboard the Half Tide II, owned by Judson Morse, of Devereux Rocks. It is believed that a spark caused an explosion that injured four persons. Elmer Boyd, of Marblehead, chief machinist at the Proctor Yacht Yard, was on board the Half Tide II and is still at Mary Alley Hospital receiving treatment for second degree burns. 65th Race Week Highlighted by Squall that Capsized Many Boats: A major disaster off the shores of Marblehead …

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This Week in Marblehead History: 1975

Here's a look back at some of the stories that were making local headlines on this week in 1975.

Every week, Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. In 1975: FinCom Frowns on Bus System: In a non-binding "guidance" cote Tuesday night, the Finance Committee voted five to two against continuing the free bus system for the rest of the summer. FinCom Chairman Jerome Somers called for a vote so that the Bicentennial Commission could know "the feelings" of the committee. APL Gets Painting of Weed: A well-known painting of the late Wallace Weed, longtime mailman here and renowned local poet, has been given to the Abbot Public Library by his family. Midnite Munchies Opens: You Asked For It! Here it is, Midnite Munchies is …

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This Week in Marblehead History: 1931

Here's a look at some of the stories that were making headlines on this week in 1931.

Every week, Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. In 1931: Little Theatre to Open Next Summer: In 1931, town residents were preparing to open The Marblehead Little Theatre in Mugford Hall, under the direction of Harmon MacGregor. "Marbleheaders are responding well to the call for subscriptions, it is reported, and quite a number of people from surrounding places are looking forward to the coming dramatic season." According to the article, the big attraction would be that coffee was served between acts and the building would provide a "smoking room." Light Company Prepares for Summer Demand: Similar to several stories we…

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This Week in Marblehead History: 1953

Here's a look back at some of the stories that were making headlines in 1953.

Every week, Marblehead Patch digs through the Marblehead Messenger microfilm archives at Abbot Public Library to find out what was happening on this week in local history. In 1953: Library Plans Approved: A large segment of the population is expected to carry considerable favorable sentiment for the building of a new library in town. The new library will fill a long felt need in Marblehead where per capita percentage of use of the library facilities is far above the national average. Give to New Mary Alley Hospital: Residents were encouraged to "give now and give generously" to the former Mary Alley Hospital on Widger Road. "More people are working, more business is being done, more profits are being made. Save paying taxes, help a good …

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