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Published the first Friday of each month by the SilverStringers of Melrose, Massachusetts -- October 4, 2002
The annual fall road race has become a traditional introduction to the Melrose Victorian Fair--supplying a fast start. Three special features tell the story, in words and photographs, in the special section below.
Photo by Shirley Rabb
Victorian Fair
by Shirley Rabb
... Let the fun begin
Photos and commentary by Natalie Thomson
... Victorian Fair dunking booth coughs up dollars
digital photos from Don Norris
... random shots, irreverent commentary at the fair ...
by Natalie Thomson
... dowries of the 40's
Eldercare pilot program initiated in Melrose
by Roseanne Greene
... State Representative Festa honored for "Community Choices"
I remember September 11, 2001
by Ashley L
... A day we will never forget
The infamy of 9/11/01
Shirley Rabb
... On the anniversary of September 11th, a Melrosian remembers ...
Sears Avenue Block Party
by Ella Letterie
... Annual event that is fun for all
"Pathway Between The Seas"
Review by Jim Driscoll
... Review of book by David McCullough on creation of the Panama Canal
Jean Maure's photos display versatility
from the SilverStringers
... a case of learning by watching the leader ...
The Trinity Episcopal Church
by Russ Priestley
... from Rice to stone
Theodore Roosevelt School
by Ella Letterie
... A beautiful brand new school
Are we going to war?
by Letterie & Wattenberg
... Two Stringers offer opinions: Is it time to make a decision?
Looking Ahead -- October, 2002
by Jack Beckley, executive director, Melrose COA