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Read More »Archive for January 11th, 2013
‘Butler’s Book’ (1892)
Arguably Lowell’s most prominent historical figure, Benjamin F. Butler published his memoirs in 1892 under the title “Butler’s Book.” A. M. Thayer and Co., Printers, Binders, & Book Publishers of Boston, offered the autobiography to subscribers, not an unusual system in that day. The book is 1,154 pages long, counting…
Read More »Who will run for Middlesex DA
Gerry Leone just last night announced his intention not to seek re-election as Middlesex District Attorney in the 2014 state election and already the Twitter universe is abuzz with speculation about possible candidates to succeed him. I decided to jump into the pool, so here goes: State Senator Eileen Donoghue…
Read More »A history of Middlesex DA’s office as Gerry Leone announces departure
Last night Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone announced that he will not seek re-election in the 2014 state election nor will he seek any other elective office. Gerry is a long-time prosecutor and has done a great job as DA so his services to the people of Middlesex County (and…
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