From the Lexington Minute-man, available online through Cary Memorial Library, Lexington, Mass.

Publication Date	Title or Lead Phrase	Summary
12/16/1871	Building	Charles Schwamb building [a home] on Arlington Avenue
2/24/1872	Died	Jacob Schwamb Jr. died Feb 22 1872 age 28
3/2/1872	Funeral	Jacob Schwamb Jr. funeral held at Universalist Church Arlington “Sunday last”
3/2/1872	Low	Sucker Brook so low that Schwamb mill forced to run on steam
3/23/1872	Accident	Friday last, Samuel Gibson injured by horse while taking piano cases to Boston. Broken leg. Employee of Theodore Schwamb.
6/15/1872	Died	Harry Louis, infant son of Charles and Jane Schwamb, age 2 months, died.
6/15/1872	Accident	Three-horse team hauling black walnut lumber sunk in Arlington Ave where irrigation pipe had been laid.
8/10/1872	Heavy Men	Taxpayers $100 or over, including C Schwamb 332.08 and Theo Schwamb 174.80.
8/24/1872	Our Growth	New houses in Arlington include Charles Schwamb at $10,000.00
3/8/1873	Town Meeting	Chas Schwamb elected as one of three truant officers.
7/5/1873	Improvements	Improvements at Chas Schwamb plant include new boiler, smoke stack, another story to the manufactory [mill’s third floor], moved a building to a better location to accommodate a steam engine that he is putting in.
8/16/1873	Arlington Tax Payers	Taxpayers $100 or over, including Chas Schwamb 420.60 and Theo Schwamb 198.35
8/16/1873	Grand Fishing Excursion	Chas Schwamb employees went on second annual fishing excursion on 8/9/1873. On yacht Una, off Minots Head Lighthouse. Johnny Brady pulled up a sculpin, and others then caught more fish. Chowder was made. Left from “the wharf” arrived at “Central wharf.”
9/13/1873	Accident	Theodore Schwamb injured ball of thumb and palm caught in new wood planer, “last Monday.” No bones broken.
9/13/1873	Query	Johnny Brady a Charles Schwamb employee per fishing expedition article kept hens which escaped his yard and went in neighbors’ yards. Some shot.
10/4/1873	Deaths [Gertrude D. Bitzer]	Deaths “In Arlington, Sept. 25, Gertrude D., daughter of J. Fred and Louisa Bitzer, aged 3 months, 3 days.”
11/15/1873	Adjourned Town Meeting	At town meeting, as result of an inquiry into the conduct of town business, Chas Schwamb and other named to a commision to look at the matter; however, all named persons declined the offer and the question was tabled.
12/6/1873	Who Stole John Brady’s Cow?	Report of a forcible entry to John Brady’s barn on Lowell street “on Tuesday evening or early Wednesday morning.” His milk cow was missing. He attempted to follow tracks but did not recover the animal.
3/21/1874	Narrow Escape	Party skating on Schwamb’s Pond “first of the week,” Mr. John Gardner fell through ice, but rescued.
3/21/1874	Town Meeting Article 15	Chas Schwamb speaks re the question of whether the town should compensate Mill owners for the loss of water from the reservoir project. Argues that there should have been water enough for the mills, and that town should not have taken it from the mills. Notes that a case has be brought.
5/23/1874	Arlington	Malden and Somerville high schools had recently purchased a grand square piano from the Henry F. Miller company. Paper notes that “Jacob Schwamb is interested in these pianos, having been employed for the last eight years by Mr. Miller in the manufacture of cases and other parts for his instruments.”
5/30/1874	Town Meeting	Theodore Schwamb named to a committee of five to look into building a new school house or enlarging Cutter School.
8/22/1874	Crushed Finger	Theodore Diehl, making repairs to piano case factory of Jacob Schwamb Jr. [sic] suffered an injury to his right index finger when a stone fell on it.
9/5/1874	Our Schools	From special appropriation of $500, School Committee fitted up a room in the building belonging to Theodore Schwamb to be used as a primary school 50-60 scholars from the neighborhood.
9/12/1874	Deaths [Henrick Bitzer]	Deaths “In Arlington, Sept 6th, Henrick, son of J. Fred and Louisa Bitzer, aged 1 month, 14 days.”
10/10/1874	Advertisement: To Let For Storage	Advertisement for a room 40 x 40, suitable for storage, on the second floor of the building. Location not given. Inquire of Theodore Schwamb.
10/17/1874	Advertisement: To Let For Storage	Advertisement for a room 40 x 40, suitable for storage, on the second floor of the building. Location not given. Inquire of Theodore Schwamb.
10/24/1874	Advertisement: To Let For Storage	Advertisement for a room 40 x 40, suitable for storage, on the second floor of the building. Location not given. Inquire of Theodore Schwamb.
10/31/1874	Advertisement: To Let For Storage	Advertisement for a room 40 x 40, suitable for storage, on the second floor of the building. Location not given. Inquire of Theodore Schwamb.
11/7/1874	Advertisement: To Let For Storage	Advertisement for a room 40 x 40, suitable for storage, on the second floor of the building. Location not given. Inquire of Theodore Schwamb.
11/14/1874	Advertisement: To Let For Storage	Advertisement for a room 40 x 40, suitable for storage, on the second floor of the building. Location not given. Inquire of Theodore Schwamb.
7/10/1875	Pic-Nic	“Children of the three Schwamb brothers enjoyed a united pic-nic at old ‘Gilboa’ on Monday last, July 5th. … Mr W. P. Schwamb acted as master of ceremonies.”
10/9/1875	Surprise Party	Article describes the receiving of Carl William Schwamb into partnership in Charles Schwamb & Son, on October 1, 1875, and the men of the factory marching to the Schwamb house on the same day to wish the firm well. Mrs. Schwamb and daughter had prepared a meal in advance, it appears. Dining, singing and speeches continued until midnight. Preceded by description of the factory and “35 hands” in good economic times.
10/9/1875	Leg Broken	John Johnson, a Swede, in the employ of Jacob Schwamb, was piling lumber in the “hot room” of C Schwamb and was caught by a pile of falling lumber. Right leg broken above ankle on “Saturday forenoon.” Fracture reduced by one of the town’s physicians and patient sent to Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston.
8/19/1876	A Few Facts	Article lists new houses built in past year and their value. One by Charles Schwamb, Bow Street, $2000.00
9/2/1876	Large Tax Payers	Taxpayers $100 or over, including Chas Schwamb 304.40 and Theo Schwamb 178.70
9/2/1876	The remains of Henry W. Woodbridge	“The remains of Henry W. Woodbridge, who died in South American some four years ago, arrived in town this week, and have been interred in the Arlington cemetery.” [Woodbridge sold the mill to Charles and Frederick Schwamb in 1864.]
10/21/1876	The Torch-Light Parade	Article describes a multi-town torch parade for the Republican campaign, passing throughout town without incident. Home of J. Schwamb was decorated with “a fine display of bunting”.
3/31/1877	Good Time	Entertainment at Union Hall, Arlington Heights, a repetition of one given to aid the Sunday School on March 29, included “Miss Schwamb, Miss Pinkham, and Carl W. Schwamb furnishing the instrumental music, and Jennie and Gertrude Schwamb on readings. Similar performance to be given for WCTU benefit in coming weeks.
4/7/1877	Entertainment	Carl W. Schwamb performed on the piano, solo and with Jennie Schwamb and Miss Belle Peabody, among other entertainers at a WCTU programme “at Reynolds Hall, last Monday evening, before an audience which filled the hall.”
6/9/1877	Strawberry Festival	Bethel Lodge, No. 12, I.O.O.F., chose committee to organize a strawberry festival. T. Schwamb one member of committee.
6/16/1877	Children’s Home	Arlington women decided to establish a Children’s Vacation Home this year. Mrs. C Schwamb and three other women on the “Committee on Supplies” for the week of Aug 6-11.
7/7/1877	The “Schwamb cousins”	The Schwamb cousins and a number of their friends held their second annual picnic on July 4th. Singing, croquet, swinging, games, and collation.
9/29/1877	Entertainment	Menotomy Hall filled to capacity “last Thursday evening” for an entertainment to benefit the Reform Club and WCTU. “The instrumental portions of the programme were finely rendered by Mr. Carl W. Schwamb and Miss Nellie Hardy.”
12/22/1877	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son Manufacturers of Picture, Mirror, and Wreath FRAMES! Of Every Description. Pictures framed in every style at moderate rates. Work entrusted to us will be promptly executed, in the best manner. Parties having frames to re-gild, will find it to their advantage to give us a call at our Office and Manufactory, Lowell Street, Arlington, Mass. P.O. Address, Arlington Heights.”
12/29/1877	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son Manufacturers of Picture, Mirror, and Wreath FRAMES! Of Every Description. Pictures framed in every style at moderate rates. Work entrusted to us will be promptly executed, in the best manner. Parties having frames to re-gild, will find it to their advantage to give us a call at our Office and Manufactory, Lowell Street, Arlington, Mass. P.O. Address, Arlington Heights.”
12/29/1877	Christmas at the Churches	Christmas entertainemnt at the Orthodox church “last Monday” included visit from Santa Claus and entertainment, including paino duets from Mr. and Miss Schwamb, and piano solo by Mr. Schwamb.
1/5/1878	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son Manufacturers of Picture, Mirror, and Wreath FRAMES! Of Every Description. Pictures framed in every style at moderate rates. Work entrusted to us will be promptly executed, in the best manner. Parties having frames to re-gild, will find it to their advantage to give us a call at our Office and Manufactory, Lowell Street, Arlington, Mass. P.O. Address, Arlington Heights.”
1/12/1878	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son Manufacturers of Picture, Mirror, and Wreath FRAMES! Of Every Description. Pictures framed in every style at moderate rates. Work entrusted to us will be promptly executed, in the best manner. Parties having frames to re-gild, will find it to their advantage to give us a call at our Office and Manufactory, Lowell Street, Arlington, Mass. P.O. Address, Arlington Heights.”
1/19/1878	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son Manufacturers of Picture, Mirror, and Wreath FRAMES! Of Every Description. Pictures framed in every style at moderate rates. Work entrusted to us will be promptly executed, in the best manner. Parties having frames to re-gild, will find it to their advantage to give us a call at our Office and Manufactory, Lowell Street, Arlington, Mass. P.O. Address, Arlington Heights.”
1/26/1878	Deaths	Mrs. Jane Hinton, wife of John Hinton of Nashua, NH, of paralysis, aged 77 years. Mrs. Hinton vame to Arlington, her former place of residence, to visit her daughter Mrs. Charles Schwamb, dangerously ill. “Last Sunday” Mrs. Hinton was stricken with paralysis and died within a few hours. Remarks by her pastor, Rev. Mr. LeRoy.
2/23/1878	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son Manufacturers of Picture, Mirror, and Wreath FRAMES! Of Every Description. Pictures framed in every style at moderate rates. Work entrusted to us will be promptly executed, in the best manner. Parties having frames to re-gild, will find it to their advantage to give us a call at our Office and Manufactory, Lowell Street, Arlington, Mass. P.O. Address, Arlington Heights.”
3/2/1878	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son Manufacturers of Picture, Mirror, and Wreath FRAMES! Of Every Description. Pictures framed in every style at moderate rates. Work entrusted to us will be promptly executed, in the best manner. Parties having frames to re-gild, will find it to their advantage to give us a call at our Office and Manufactory, Lowell Street, Arlington, Mass. P.O. Address, Arlington Heights.”
3/23/1878	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son Manufacturers of Picture, Mirror, and Wreath FRAMES! Of Every Description. Pictures framed in every style at moderate rates. Work entrusted to us will be promptly executed, in the best manner. Parties having frames to re-gild, will find it to their advantage to give us a call at our Office and Manufactory, Lowell Street, Arlington, Mass. P.O. Address, Arlington Heights.”
3/23/1878	Schools	“It was voted to … transfer one of the Cutter Schools to the Heights, to make room for the school now kept in the Schwamb building” [Theodore Schwamb building referred to in earlier articles]
10/5/1878	Talbot and Long Club	Republicans form club to campaign for Talbot and Long in 1878 elections. Jacob Schwamb named to Canvassing Committee
7/12/1879	Probate Notice [Estate of John Hinton]	Probate notice for estate of John Hinton published. Charles Schwamb, executor.
7/19/1879	Probate Notice [Estate of John Hinton]	Probate notice for estate of John Hinton published. Charles Schwamb, executor.
9/20/1879	Anniversary	Fifth Anniversary of Arlington Heights Sunday School. Nineteen part programme including many women including Gertie Schwamb. “The exercises were thickly interspersed with singing, under the leadership of Carl W. Schwamb at the organ…”
10/11/1879	S.S. Temp. Union.	S.S. Temp. Union annual meeting held “last Monday.” Regular meeting at Reynolds Hall first Wednesdays of the month. Mrs. Cutter, Mrs. Hartwell, Misses Weston, Hill and Schwamb have charge of the arrangements for each meeting.”
7/17/1880	Heavy Tax Payers	Taxpayers $100 or over, including Charles Schwamb 317.28 and Theodore Schwamb 221.81
2/26/1881	Deaths [Jacob Schwamb]	“In Arlington, Feb. 20, Jacob Schwamb, aged 65 years, 2 months, 24 days.”
2/26/1881	Jacob Schwamb	Short tribute to Jacob Schwamb, recently passed away from cancer.
5/28/1881	Our Home Industries	Long article on the Charles Schwamb mill and business with interesting details about the water wheel and steam engine. This version differs from a similar article in the Advocate.
7/9/1881	Promotion to the High School	Successful candidates for admission to the Cotting High School at next term. From Cutter school, Bert P. Schwamb and Warren Schwamb.
9/10/1881	Bethel Lodge, Arlington	Officers installed include Theodore Schwamb, I.S.V.G.
9/10/1881	Luke R. Bout’s Note Book	“Mr. Theodore Schwamb is very much enlarging his piano case factory.” “Mr. Henry Schwamb has returned from his trip to Kansas, somewhat improved in health.”
1/21/1882	The “Wise and Unwise Choice”	The “Wise and Unwise Choice” was subject of a Sunday School Concert at the Baptist church “last Sunday evening.” Among players of principal parts was Miss Alice Schwamb.
1/21/1882	Annual Concert	Annual New Year’s Concert of the Unitarian Church included presentations by children. Awards for attendance included Louisa Schwamb, Warren Schwamb, and Fred Bitzer, among others.
8/12/1882	Mr. Henry Schwamb will please accept thanks	“Mr. Henry Schwamb will please accept thanks for files of Denver, Col., papers, giving an account of the great exposition in that city, which opened Aug 1st.”
10/14/1882	Marriages [Jennie L. Schwamb]	“In Arlington, Oct 10th, 1882, at the residence of the bride’s parents, by the Rev. Chas H. Watson, Mr. Daniel Wyman and Miss Jennie L. Schwamb, all of Arlington.”
10/21/1882	Harvest Concert	Baptist and Congregational Sunday Schools united to present a Harvest Festival. Carl W. Schwamb presided at the piano.
12/23/1882	Baptist Church Sociable	Supper and sociable held at Baptist chirch parlors last Wednesday evening. Including singing and recitations. Carl W. Schwamb presiding at the piano. Miss Gertie Schwamb gave a recitation.
3/30/1883	The Easter concert	Easter Concert “last Sunday” at Unitarian Church included Fair Spring presented by Eliza Schwamb, and Make Haste To Live presented by Jacob Bitzer, among others.
11/16/1883	Arlington Baptist Church	Arlington Baptist Church held a sociable “last Wednesday,” with readings and music, including zither solos by Louis Schwamb.
11/23/1883	The “Thanksgiving Concert”	The “Thanksgiving Concert” at the Baptist Church Sunday evening included a reading by Miss Gertie Schwamb, among other presenters and singers.
12/28/1883	Christmas Concert	Christmas Concert “last Sunday evening” included a reading by Miss Edith Schwamb, among other presenters.
1/11/1884	The annual election of officers	The annual election of officers for Baptist Sunday school held “yesterday” included Peter Schwamb assistant librarian and Carl W. Schwamb pianist.
5/16/1884	Last Tuesday, while at work	“Last Tuesday, while at work at the large planing mill in Theo. Schwamb’s factory, Robert Walker was struck near the eye with a stick of wood, causing a painful wound. It is to be hoped the sight is not affected, as he has already lost the sight of one.”
6/20/1884	Sunday School anniversary	“last Sunday” was a service celebrating the 66th anniversary of the Baptist Church Sunday School. Exercises of the school included singing, with Carl W. Schwamb presiding at the piano. Another presentation was a recitation (“Questioning”) by Miss Alice Schwamb.
7/4/1884	Mrs. Lucy Goodale, of Medford	Creation of Francis Gould Corps No. 43 Women’s Relief Corps at Bethel Lodge last Monday evening, elected officers including Nellie A.H. Schwamb, treasurer.
7/11/1884	Marriages [William P. Schwamb]	“In Arlington, July 9, Rev. R. G. Seymour, of Boston, William P. Schwamb, of Arlington, and Lucy M. Daniels, of Boston.”
10/10/1884	Probate Notice [Estate of Kasper Baier]	Probate notice for estate of Kasper Baier, otherwise called Casper Beyer, published. Theodore Schwamb, executor.
10/17/1884	Arlington Blaine and Logan Guard	Listing of young men in the drum corp in support of the Republican tickets for president and governor includes Privates E. W. Schwamb, Jacob Bitzer, F. Eberhardt, among others.
11/21/1884	The monthly concert by the Baptist Sunday school	The monthly concert by the Baptist Sunday school “last Sunday evening” included recitations by Alice and Gertie Schwamb, among others.
1/16/1885	The vestry of the Unitarian church	Annual entertainment by the children of the Unitarian chuirch “Wednesday evening.” Carl W. Schwamb on piano was part of the small orchestra for the event.
4/24/1885	The members of Francis Gould Relief Corps	The members of Francis Gould Relief Corps met at Reynolds Hall “last Wednesday” afternoon and evening. Sociable followed, with Miss Schwamb [no first name] providing accompaniment for one of the singing duets.
6/26/1885	Baptist S.S. Anniversary	At the 67th anniversary celebration of the Baptist Sunday School, “last Sunday afternoon,” recitations and singing were presented, including a “Paper-Restrospect; Resolutions” by Miss Alice A. Schwamb.
12/25/1885	Mr. W.E. Wood conducted	Christmas concert at the Baptist Church “Sunday evening” with the aid of the Sunday school and choir, included Hattie F. Schwamb among others.
2/19/1886	The Great Flood	Account of the rain and melted snow deluge that washed out the railroad above the Chas Schwamb mill, February 11 through 13.
2/19/1886	Mr. Theodore Schwamb estimates	Regarding flood described in same issue: “Mr. Theodore Schwamb estimates that the damage to his land, caused by the freshet, will exceed $200.”
4/2/1886	Arlington’s Police Force	Long article on a petition and meeting about the conduct of the police force. Among those with a complaint was Henry W. Schwamb who testified to his experience with a drunken man. He claimed that later officer Barry said of him (Schwamb) that he was no better than a vagrant or a tramp and had threatened him with personal violence. W.O. Austin later testified about the drunken man, saying he was not very drunk and that he and his son had been able to deal with him without trouble. He said he later met with Henry W. Schwamb who complained of the man falling against him, but did not speak of arrest.
6/4/1886	At the Memorial Day services	Charles Schwamb listed as having contributed 10 dollars to the fund to erect a Civil War memorial in Arlington
7/9/1886	The annual picnic of the Arlington Baptist church	Announcement of the annual picnic of the Arlington Baptist church on Wed, July 14. One of the “barges” to leave from the home of Chas. Schwamb. Picnic at Point of Pines, formerly known as Chelsea Beach.
12/24/1886	The Christmas concert at the Baptist church	The Christmas concert at the Baptist church last Sunday evening included a “charming Christmas story written by Miss Helen S. Crosby and well read by Mr. Schwamb” [no first name given]
1/28/1887	The Sunday school room	Programme at the Sunday school room Baptist church “Sunday evening.” Among presentations was a recitation by Miss Schwamb [no first name given].
5/13/1887	Advertisement: Arlington Heights Choral Society	Advertised for a concert at Union Hall, Thursday evening, May 19th, 1887, lists “W.C. Schwamb” as pianist, and both duets and solo performances by same.
3/23/1888	(Correspondence.) Asheville, N.C., March 17, ’88	Letter from an Arlington person living in Asheville, N.C., where many Northerners spend time, some in hopes of improving their respitory health. One person living there is Miss Hattie L. Schwamb.
4/13/1888	Dedicating the Club House	New quarters for Arlington Boat Club on Spy Pond. P Schwamb listed as a club member.
12/7/1888	One of the most attractive fairs	A fair was held “Wednesday and Thursday of this week” at the Union Parish Church of Arlington Heights. Under the auspices of the Ladies Chapel Guild. The “Paper Table” committee included Mrs. Carl Schwamb.
12/21/1888	Special Notice Arlington Savings Bank	Special Notice Arlington Savings Bank. Theodore Schwamb listed among Trustees.
12/21/1888	A special musical program	A musical program appropriate to Christmas prepared with much care by Mr. Carl Schwamb, musical director. To be presented Sunday morning service at the “Arlington Heights” church.
12/28/1888	Special Notice Arlington Savings Bank	Special Notice Arlington Savings Bank. Theodore Schwamb listed among Trustees.
1/11/1889	Marriages [Clara Schwamb]	“In Arlington, Jan. 10, by Rev. C.H. Watson, Walter H. Peirce and Miss Clara Schwamb, both of Arlington.”
12/27/1889	Special Notice Arlington Savings Bank	Special Notice Arlington Savings Bank. Theodore Schwamb listed among Trustees.
1/10/1890	Bethel Lodge, No. 12, I.O.O.F.	Bethel Lodge, No. 12, I.O.O.F. elected officers. Installation “Wednesday evening” included P.S., Carl W. Schwamb, I.G., P. Schwamb, and V.G., Fred Bitzer.
3/21/1890	Deaths [Henry W. Schwamb]	Deaths “In Arlington, March 18, Henry W. Schwamb, aged 32 years, 10 months.”
4/25/1890	Mortgagee’s Sale	Notice of the sale of land given by Timothy Kinney (or Kenney) to the America Education Society, described as bounded easterly by Mill Lane, so called, southerly by land of Eli Robbins and Middlesex Turnpike, etc. Theodore Schwamb, assignee of said mortgage. Sale scheduled May 17, 1890, 3 pm. $300 cash to be paid by the purchaser at time of sale.
5/2/1890	Arlington Town Meeting	Discussion of purchasing land for a new high school, among speakers one “Schwamb” no first name.
5/2/1890	Mortgagee’s Sale	Notice of the sale of land given by Timothy Kinney (or Kenney) to the America Education Society, described as bounded easterly by Mill Lane, so called, southerly by land of Eli Robbins and Middlesex Turnpike, etc. Theodore Schwamb, assignee of said mortgage. Sale scheduled May 17, 1890, 3 pm. $300 cash to be be paid by the purchaser at time of sale.
7/25/1890	Prof Schwamb, of the Institute of Technology	“Prof Schwamb, of the Institute of Technology, is visiting Montreal, Quebec, and surrounding places of interest.”
8/29/1890	On the morning of Labor Day	Notice of a baseball game on Labor Day, Monday Sept 1, between players of Arlington and Medford. Arlington team made of of members of the Ronco and Duffy barber nines. A “Schwamb” plays third base.
9/5/1890	When the announcement was made	Report of a ball game on Labor Day Sept 1 at Russell Park, with Arlington players supplementing the team from West Medford. One Schwamb played right field. “Schwamb” “The features of the game were a hit by Schwamb into the meadow for a home run and bringing in three others …”
9/12/1890	Republican Caucus	Republicans met at Town Hall to nominate delegates to the several nominating conventions: Congressional and Town Committee included Theodore Schwamb.
10/10/1890	Miss Annette Frizzelle gave	October second “Thursday evening” recital given by Miss Annette Frizzelle at Village Hall. Among accompaniests was Mr. C.W. Schwamb, pianist. He also played a solo. “There were many present who were glad to listen to Mr. Schwamb’s playing again, as he was the organist at the Follen Church some years since.”
1/9/1891	Special Notice Arlington Savings Bank	Special Notice Arlington Savings Bank. Theodore Schwamb listed among Trustees.
3/13/1891	Mortgagee’s Sale	Notice of land for sale adjoining lots of late Jacob Schwamb, Jr.
3/20/1891	Mortgagee’s Sale	Notice of land for sale adjoining lots of late Jacob Schwamb, Jr.
3/27/1891	Marriages [Herbert P. Schwamb]	Marriages “In Arlington, March 23, by Rev. C.H. Watson, Mr. Herbert P. Schwamb and Miss Addie [sic] F. Hadley, both of Arlington.”
3/27/1891	Mr. O. W. Whittemore	Notice that O.W. Whittemore has left for Florida, accompanied by Prof Peter Schwamb “who has gone south to recuperate, after an attack of nervous prostration.”
3/27/1891	Wednesday evening there was	Description of the private wedding of Herbert P. Schwamb and Miss Abbie [sic] F. Hadley, at the the home of Mr. William F. Hadley, “Wednesday evening.” Bride’s outfit, flowers, banquet, all mentioned. “The couple will be at home at Mr. Charles Schwamb’s after April 1st.”
4/3/1891	Mortgagee’s Sale	Notice of land for sale adjoining lots of late Jacob Schwamb, Jr.
6/12/1891	There was fun on Russell Park	Account of baseball game including one “Schwamb” pitcher
6/19/1891	The new departure of having	Account of Sunday school presentation at Congregational church, including “a nicely rendered song by the primary department, little Miss Schwamb sing the solo part in a pleasing voice…”
7/10/1891	Celebrating the Fourth	Report of baseball game in which “Schwamb” was a player.
9/11/1891	The response to the call	Republicans meet and select Theodore Schwamb as delegate to the Councillor convention. Theodore Schwamb declines position on town committee.
10/23/1891	Are You Registered?	List of those registered to vote, includes these Schwambs: Carl W., Charles, Edward W., Herbert P., Peter, Theodore, William P.
10/30/1891	Republican Rally in Arlington	Meeting of Republicans at Town Hall “Tuesday evening.” One “Schwamb” mentioned as one of the officers at the door.
1/8/1892	Mr. Theodore Schwamb has the honor	Theodore Schwamb takes out first bank book for the Arlington National Bank, which has just started business.
3/4/1892	Theodore Schwamb, who carries on the business	Theodore Schwamb celebrated his 60th birthday with a party at his home, composed of workmen in his employ, seventeen in number.
3/11/1892	Report on the Condition of the First National Bank	Report signed by the three directors, including Theodore Schwamb
4/1/1892	Advertisement for the First National Bank	Directors, including Theodore Schwamb
4/15/1892	Advertisement for the First National Bank	Directors, including Theodore Schwamb
4/22/1892	Advertisement for the First National Bank	Directors, including Theodore Schwamb
4/22/1892	The Evangelical Parish	Establishment of new Evangelical church in Arlington. “The choir, under the able management of Mr. Carl Schwamb is all that could be desired.”
5/6/1892	Advertisement for the First National Bank	Directors, including Theodore Schwamb
5/13/1892	Advertisement for the First National Bank	Directors, including Theodore Schwamb
11/4/1892	The mortgagee’s sale of the house	The mortgagee’s sale of the house by Mrs. Stroples occurred on Monday, October 31st. Mr. Theodore Schwamb of Arlington, was the purchaser. $1077.00 was the price.
12/2/1892	The residence of Dr. J.P. Dennett	Philip Eberhardt married to Miss Nora Dennett at the residence of Dr. J.P. Dennett, “last Wednesday.” Peter Schwamb was best man.
1/13/1893	Special Notice Arlington Five Cents Savings Bank	Special Notice Arlington Five Cents Savings Bank. Theodore Schwamb listed among Trustees.
1/13/1893	The annual meeting of the stockholders	Annual meeting of the stockholders of the First National Bank of Arlington was held Tuesday evening. Among directors chosen was Theodore Schwamb.
1/27/1893	Cotting School A.A. Reunion	Cotting School Alumni Association 18th annual reunion Tuesday evening January 24. Prof Schwamb among dozens attending.
1/27/1893	The Endeavor Society of the Baptist Church	The Endeavor Society of the Baptist Church held a sociable. Amongs songs and other entertainment, “Professor Schwamb furnished a delightful and instructive hour giving an account of his recent tour in China and Japan, explaining the modes of travel and other interesting features pertaining to these unique foreign countries.”
3/31/1893	Successful Reunion and Supper (continued from page 4)	Theodore Schwamb among dozens present at a meeting of the No-License League, a sort of Arlington land development association. Meeting at Hotel Thorndike in Boston “Tuesday evening.”
6/9/1893	Wedding Bells in Arlington	Marriage of Peter Schwamb and Amy Etta Bailey of Arlington took place at the Baileys’ home on Wednesday evening. Notes that Peter Schwamb has been an esteemed professor at the Institute of Technology for the past five years. Description of the ladies’ attire and the Baileys’ home, decorated for the occasion, the china, and reception dinner. The couple will enjoy and extended wedding tour. Marriage announcement June 7 appears on same page.
6/30/1893	A new choir has recently	The new choir at Church of the Redeemer in Arlington includes Mr. C. W. Schwamb as organist.
7/21/1893	The theme of Rev. A. E. Woodsum	Notice that over the summer different ministers will preach at the Evangelical parish. “Notwithstanding several of the choir are on vacations, Prof. Schwamb will maintain the usual excellent music. [Probably refers to Carl W. Schwamb.]
9/15/1893	Schwamb’s moulding mill	“Schwamb’s moulding mill seems to be as busy as usual in spite of the prevailing dullness of business elsewhere.”
10/20/1893	Report on the Condition of the First National Bank	Report signed by the three directors, including Theodore Schwamb
1/5/1894	The Christmas music was repeated	Mr. Carl W. Schwamb listed as director (“under the efficient direction of”) of a Christmas programme at the Evangelical Parish “last Sunday.”
1/26/1894	Historical Sketch of Arlington’s Fire Department	Charles Schwmb named as a past member of the Olive Branch company, which existed until 1851-1855. [See earlier article on same.]
2/2/1894	Historical Sketch of Arlington’s Fire Department	The author notes that the Eureka engine replaced the Olive Branch in 1855. Among the dozens of men who last served on the Olive Branch is Charles Schwamb. The new company formed under the control of the town in 1855 with the purchase of the Eureka included Charles Schwamb and Peter Schwamb [presumably the brother of Charles and father of Prof Peter Schwamb]. In 1863 the town voted not to pay the firemen any salaries and the company disbanded. “The house was cleared of all company property, the same being stored in Theodore Schwamb’s shed for about two years, when it was disposed of at auction.” The members of the company in 1863 included Theo. Schwamb and Fred Schwamb. Other names of interest in terms of the mills are Theo Diehl, Chas. S. Childs, George Kirch, Gottlieb Stingle, Major Bacon, John Carroll. In 1886 a telephone fire alarm system was adopted.
6/8/1894	Thursday evening Mr. and Mrs. Peter Schwamb	The Schwambs were “at home” on Water Street to a large family party celebrating their one year anniversary.
6/15/1894	The first concert exercise given by	Sunday school concert “last Sunday afternoon” included a duett sung be Hattie Wilson and Edith Schwamb.
8/3/1894	Arlington Heights Locals The stretch of sidewalk	Describes granite curbing along sidewalk bordering the Schwamb residence and E.S. Farmer place, corner of the avenue and Forest st.
9/7/1894	Mr. Schwamb, of Arlington	“Mr. Schwamb, of Arlington, is to be the musical director at Follen church and also the organist.”
9/7/1894	Deaths [Frederick Schwamb, infant]	Deaths “At Colorado Springs, Colorado, Aug. 28, Frederick, only child of Herbert P. and Addie H. Schwamb, aged 9 months, 1 day.”
9/14/1894	We are required to state	“We are required to state that owing to an injury to his right hand Mr. Schwamb the organist at Follen church will be unable to play for four Sundays but will send a substitute.”
9/21/1894	Mrs. Albert Pierce presided	Mrs. Albert Pierce presided at the organ last Sabbath and will continue in Mr. Schwamb’s absence.”
12/21/1894	Schwamb’s moulding and picture frame	“Schwamb’s moulding and picture frame factory turns out fine work. A specialty is made of oval frames which are beautiful in both design and workmanship.”
12/21/1894	Next Sunday evening there will be	Announcement of a Christmas Sunday school concert “next Sunday evening.” “Mr. Schwamb’s efforts as organist and leader of the choir seem to be much appreciated.”
12/21/1894	The December meeting of the local	December meeting of local National Woman’s Alliance included reading of a paper by Mrs. Peter Schwamb “Food for the hungry” which topic she handled in an entertaining and interesting manner. Principles of hygienic and scientific cooking.
1/4/1895	On the evening of New Year’s day	Article describes New Year’s party at the First Parish Unitarian church. “Not absent” awards included Walter Schwamb and Gilbert Schwamb.
1/25/1895	At the vesper service	“Mr. Carl W. Schwamb and Miss Mattie E. Childs will give an organ duett…” Follen Church.
2/1/1895	The vesper service at Follen church	Service was “Sunday evening.” “Mr. Carl W. Schwamb and Miss Mattie E. Childs gave a duet on the piano and organ.” Follen Church.
2/1/1895	Mother Goose Party	Cotting High School Alumni Association held a Mother Goose Party, Tues evening, Jan 29. attended by Prof Schwamb and Mrs. Schwamb, among many dozens.
2/8/1895	Mortgagee’s Sale	Deed given by Jacob Schwamb and Catherine Schwamb to Kate Syfferman, now being sold.
2/15/1895	Mortgagee’s Sale	Deed given by Jacob Schwamb and Catherine Schwamb to Kate Syfferman, now being sold.
3/22/1895	The Follen church benefit	A benefit at Follen church “Tuesday evening” included performance by Carl W. Schwamb, organist. Article notes Schwamb’s effort to direct and increase the musical interest.
3/29/1895	No similar event in the history	Article describes a costume party at Grand Army hall “Monday evening” including Peter Schwamb and wife. “Prof. Schwamb was in his father’s wedding coat and vest, of a period of thirty or more years ago, something after a Prince Albert coat; Mrs. Schwamb wore a large velvet bonnet and voluminous skirts…”
5/17/1895	The last meeting of the season	Meeting of the Arlington Branch of the National Alliance in parlor of the First Parish Unitarian church, “Monday afternoon.” Mrs. Harvey Sears and Mrs. Peter Schwamb presided over the serving of five o’clock tea.
10/25/1895	The concert at Follen church	A concert at Follen church “Friday evening” included a piano duett of Miss Kauffmann and Mr. Schwamb, piano trio of Misses Kauffmann, Stone and Mr. Schwamb, and a piece called “The Music Critic’s Dream” by Mr. Schwamb. “The music, both vocal and instrumental, reflected much credit upon the actors and their director, Mr. Schwamb.”
11/8/1895	The balloting for state and other offices	Election day Tuesday, included Edw. W. Schwamb serving as one of the Tellers.
1/10/1896	The second meeting of the “Current Topics” class	“The second meeting of the “Current Topics” class connected with the Arlington Woman’s Club was held Tuesday afternoon, at the residence of Mrs. Peter Schwamb.”
2/21/1896	Nominating Town Officers	Citizens’ caucus held “last Wednesday evening” nominated persons for town offices. Peter Schwamb was nominated for Water Commissioner, 3 years.
3/6/1896	The meeting of the current events class	The meeting of the current events class last Friday afternoon at home of Mrs. Fred M. Lowe. She and Mrs. Peter Schwamb led the class. Various papers read. “A list of references was skillfully prepared and presented by Mrs. Schwamb relating to the various stirring topics and events of the day which the class has recently been considering.”
4/10/1896	The town stone crusher	“The town stone crusher, located on the lane contingent to the Schwamb estate, is being put into running order to manufacture road material.”
5/1/1896	Loan Exhibition & Pageant	Pleasant street Congregational church held a Loan Exhibition (of foreign or exotic goods) to raise money for an organ. “Mrs. C.W. Schwamb collected a valuable assortment of miscellaneous articles…”
5/1/1896	Mrs. Carl W. Schwamb	“Mrs. Carl W. Schwamb has been one of the ladies of the Pleasant street Congregational church, who have contributed largely to the success of the Loan Exhibition held at the church the past week.”
6/5/1896	Old Glory’s Defenders Honored	Memorial Day celebrations and ceremonies described. At Town Hall in the evening, the high school chorus performed at well as the fourth grade from Locke School. Duetts were performed by “Masters Legender and Schwamb” [Apparently Louis Schwamb, son of Carl William Schwamb, as evidenced in later articles.]
6/19/1896	The audience that gathered	Children’s Day at the Pleasant street Congregational church, with performances by the Sunday school. Included in the primary department, “… little Katherine Schwamb gave one of the gems of the afternoon in her song ‘Though I’m but a little child.’ ”
7/17/1896	Ex-Representative Bailey and Prof. Peter Schwamb	“Ex-Representative Bailey and Prof. Peter Schwamb are enjoying a driving tour through the White Mountain region with Mr. Bailey’s team.”
9/25/1896	The Sunday school rally	A Sunday school rally was held “last Wednesday evening” at the Pleasant street Congregational church. Among the performances was a song by Katharine Schwamb, “I once had a sweet little doll dears.”
10/2/1896	Water Notice	Notice by three Water Commissioners, including Peter Schwamb, that water through the hose is now permitted, with hours given for lawns, green houses, florists, etc.
10/9/1896	Mortgagee’s Sale	Theordore Schwamb named as the undersigned to hold a sale for mortgage deed given him by Samuel B. Whittemore and Ellen R. Whittemore.
10/16/1896	Mortgagee’s Sale	Theordore Schwamb named as the undersigned to hold a sale for mortgage deed given him by Samuel B. Whittemore and Ellen R. Whittemore.
10/16/1896	Sunday evening the pulpit of Follen church	A harvest festival was held at Follen church “Sunday evening” with children’s performances including a duett by “Master Schwamb and a young friend from Arlington.” [Possibly Louis Schwamb, son of Carl William Schwamb, as evidenced in later articles, and Eugene Legendre.] Mr. Schwamb presided at the piano.
11/20/1896	Arlington has her Demonstration	A town-wide celebration, with torchlight parade and decorated homes, took place Nov 17 in honor of the Republican victory of McKinley. Homes receiving special mention included that of Theodore Schwamb amd C. W. Schwamb.
1/15/1897	Concert of old Christmas carols at Follen church.	Description of a Concert of old Christmas carols at Follen church. Included 65 children. “Duet by Eugene Legendre and Louis H. Schwamb, ‘Away in the East, a star;’ … The duet by Masters Legendre and Schwamb was so well done that they responded to encores.” Referring to Carl W. Schwamb: “Mr. Schwamb has been faithful in his efforts as musical director, and has been ably assisted by Miss Minnie Brown.”
2/12/1897	There is quite a little Arlington colony	“There is quite a little Arlington colony at Colorado Springs, Col….” Among the “pioneers” named are Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Schwamb.”
4/16/1897	Arlington Woman’s Club Items	Nominating Committee to present a list of officers for ’97-’98. Committee includes Mrs. Peter Schwamb.
4/30/1897	Notice [Water Commissioners]	“Notice. Arlington, April 30, 1897. George W. Lane, Peter Schwamb, George P. Winn, Water Commissioners.”
6/18/1897	We dropped into the	“We dropped into the Schwamb picture frame and moulding factory the other day and saw some beautiful specimens of work turned out there. The turning and joining work on the oval frames which they make a specialty was done with special nicety.”
6/25/1897	Arlington High School Close of the School Year	“The privilege of bestowing the awards fell to Prof. P Schwamb of the School Committee, who spoke briefly to those who had completed their school life, which he followed with a few words of advice to those preparing to enter into college life, and then he proceeded to call to the desk to receive the four valuable volumes selected the following…” Names follow.
7/9/1897	Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Schwamb	“Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Schwamb sailed on the 6th from New York and will spend the summer in Germany. Prof. Peter Schwamb accompanied them to New York.”
7/9/1897	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement reads: “Established 1850. Chas. Schwamb & Son, Manufacturers of Plain & Ornamental Mouldings for decorative purposes in all the latest and richest designs and colorings. Samples can be seen at residence, Lowell street, or at office of manufacturers, near corner of Mass. avenue and Lowell street, Arlington Heights. Wall Papers may be matched on suitably tinted mouldings by furnishing samples of paper, on short notice.”
7/16/1897	Mrs. Wm. F. Hadley and her son	“Mrs. Wm. F. Hadley and her son Clarence started on Wednesday for Colorado Springs, where they will visit Mrs. H.P. Schwamb, a daughter of Mrs. Hadley.”
7/23/1897	There was a good base ball game	Ball game on Lawrence field “Saturday afternoon” Highland Hose Co. vs the police force. One Schwamb was a batter for the Highland team.
8/20/1897	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement reads: “Established 1850. Chas. Schwamb & Son, Manufacturers of Plain & Ornamental Mouldings for decorative purposes in all the latest and richest designs and colorings. Samples can be seen at residence, Lowell street, or at office of manufacturers, near corner of Mass. avenue and Lowell street, Arlington Heights. Wall Papers may be matched on suitably tinted mouldings by furnishing samples of paper, on short notice.”
8/20/1897	Mrs. Wm. F. Hadley	“Mrs. Wm. F. Hadley and son returned on Saturday last from Colorado Springs. Mrs. Hadley visited her daughter, Mrs. Herbert Schwamb, who has made her home in the west since her marriage.”
8/20/1897	An item published some time ago	The town fire alarm has not actually been put in working order. “Mr. Peter Schwamb has been consulted in the matter and will assist in its readjustment, and it is hoped that the alarm will be in thorough working order by another month.”
8/20/1897	You are cordially invited	“You are cordially invited to attend the Junior C.E. meeting next Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock. Topic: ‘How do people put stumbling blocks in others’ way?’ Matt 18: la14. Leader, Master Louis Schwamb.”
8/27/1897	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement reads: “Established 1850. Chas. Schwamb & Son, Manufacturers of Plain & Ornamental Mouldings for decorative purposes in all the latest and richest designs and colorings. Samples can be seen at residence, Lowell street, or at office of manufacturers, near corner of Mass. avenue and Lowell street, Arlington Heights. Wall Papers may be matched on suitably tinted mouldings by furnishing samples of paper, on short notice.”
11/19/1897	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement reads: “Established 1850. Chas. Schwamb & Son, Manufacturers of Plain & Ornamental Mouldings for decorative purposes in all the latest and richest designs and colorings. Samples can be seen at residence, Lowell street, or at office of manufacturers, near corner of Mass. avenue and Lowell street, Arlington Heights. Wall Papers may be matched on suitably tinted mouldings by furnishing samples of paper, on short notice.”
11/26/1897	Mr. Johnson’s overhauling	Describes a plan by Prof. Schwamb to use an electric motor to add speed to the air compressor attached to the “fire gong” in Town Hall.
1/21/1898	Monday afternoon of this week	Meeting of the Unitarian Alliance held last Monday. At the conclusion of the paper, “tea and chocolate were served under the direction of Mrs. Jas. A. Bailey and Mrs. Peter Schwamb, assisted by young ladies.”
1/28/1898	When you begin to make your calculations	“When you begin to make your calculations for the spring alterations and renovations in your home, don’t forget that Charles Schwamb & Son can supply any kind of a picture or finishing moulding which you may require and at the very lowest prices.”
2/11/1898	Old Memories	A letter from Maria A. Agur, Mendota, Wisconsin, recalling apples and the land they grew on in West Cambridge in her youth. Her ancestors home was on land later owned by Paul Dodge & Co., then the Schwamb brothers.
3/11/1898	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement reads: “Established 1850. Chas. Schwamb & Son, Manufacturers of Plain & Ornamental Mouldings for decorative purposes in all the latest and richest designs and colorings. Samples can be seen at residence, Lowell street, or at office of manufacturers, near corner of Mass. avenue and Lowell street, Arlington Heights. Wall Papers may be matched on suitably tinted mouldings by furnishing samples of paper, on short notice.”
3/18/1898	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement reads: “Established 1850. Chas. Schwamb & Son, Manufacturers of Plain & Ornamental Mouldings for decorative purposes in all the latest and richest designs and colorings. Samples can be seen at residence, Lowell street, or at office of manufacturers, near corner of Mass. avenue and Lowell street, Arlington Heights. Wall Papers may be matched on suitably tinted mouldings by furnishing samples of paper, on short notice.”
4/1/1898	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement reads: “Established 1850. Chas. Schwamb & Son, Manufacturers of Plain & Ornamental Mouldings for decorative purposes in all the latest and richest designs and colorings. Samples can be seen at residence, Lowell street, or at office of manufacturers, near corner of Mass. avenue and Lowell street, Arlington Heights. Wall Papers may be matched on suitably tinted mouldings by furnishing samples of paper, on short notice.”
4/22/1898	Last Monday evening the Arlington	“Last Monday evening the Arlington Firemen’s Relief Association held its eighth annual ball. Among attendees was Theo. Schwamb.”
4/22/1898	Arlington Patriot’s Day	In the Patriot’s Day parade of police and fire, Edw. W. Schwamb was part of Chemical No. 1 company.
4/22/1898	Mrs. Sarah E. Locke	“Mrs. Sara E. Locke, widow of the late John Hinton, passed away on Monday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Carl W. Schwamb on Lowell street.”
4/29/1898	Notice [Probate Court]	Probate notice for Sarah E. Locke, will presented by Nellie A. Schwamb.
5/6/1898	Arlington Woman’s Club Items	Arlington Woman’s Club fourth annual meeting and election of officers. Includes election of Amy B. Schwamb Rec Sec.
5/6/1898	Notice [Probate Court]	Probate notice for Sarah E. Locke, will presented by Nellie A. Schwamb.
5/20/1898	On Saturday afternoon and evening last	May celebration held May 14 afternoon and evening at Town Hall under auspices of the W.R.C. No. 43. Among scores of dancers was Edith Schwamb.
5/27/1898	Arlington Woman’s Club Items	Group from Arlington went to Nahant as part of Prof. Grabau’s class “Field Lessons in Zoology.” A Mrs. Schwamb among those who went.
6/17/1898	Miss Fannie Kauffmann	“Miss Fannie Kauffmann has presided two Sundays at the organ at the Follen church in the absence of Mr. Schwamb, the organist.”
7/1/1898	Advertisement Chas. Schwamb & Son	Advertisement reads: “Established 1850. Chas. Schwamb & Son, Manufacturers of Plain & Ornamental Mouldings for decorative purposes in all the latest and richest designs and colorings. Samples can be seen at residence, Lowell street, or at office of manufacturers, near corner of Mass. avenue and Lowell street, Arlington Heights. Wall Papers may be matched on suitably tinted mouldings by furnishing samples of paper, on short notice.”
7/29/1898	Mrs. C. W. Schwamb of 35 Lowell street	“Mrs. C. W. Schwamb, of 35 Lowell street, accompanied by Miss Edith and Master Lewis [sic], left town on Thursday of last week for a trip to Minnesota.”
9/9/1898	Quite a successful year	Overview of the Theodore Schwamb Company. Incorporated “last year”. Location near the Foot of the Rocks at 1171 Mass. Avenue in the rear of the residence of Mr. Schwamb. Schwamb is president of the corporation. Prof. Peter Schwamb is the treasurer, Jacob Bitzer, clerk, and Philip Eberhardt, superintendent. “The company manufactures piano fore [sic] cases and those engaged in the enterprise are chiefly Germans or of German descent.”
10/7/1898	Arlington’s New Locke School	Committee overseeing the building of the new Locke school includes Peter Schwamb.
10/21/1898	East Lexington Locals Mr. Schwamb of Arlington	“Mr. Schwamb of Arlington has resigned as organist at Follen church.”
12/2/1898	Adjourned Town Meeting	Prof. Schwamb of the Water Comm, in behalf of the joint committee of Selectmen and Water Commissioners, read a report of their doings and conclusions reached, including status of the town’s application to enter the Metropolitan system.
8/16/1902	Arlington Man Murdered	Death of James H. Fermoyle, of Arlington, 43 years old. Body found beaten in East Cambridge “last Saturday evening.” Former Welch and Griffiths employee and likely Schwamb employee based on graffiti in Mill. Also worked in Arlington Heights for Mr. Beddoes as a painter. Started his own business in 1887.
10/18/1902	The Deadly Toy Gun	Family of John Stingle of 1041 Mass ave in grief after son William was accidentally shot by his brother Louis, shooting targets in the rear of the Schwamb Mill in Arlington Heights last Sunday afternoon. Injury not life-threatening. Sept 1902.
4/11/1903	Mr. John Brady, aged 82 years	“Mr. John Brady, aged 82 years and one of our oldest residents, died at his home on the corner of Lowell street and Park avenue Friday of last week.” Twenty years employed at Carl Schwamb factory. His wife died some three years ago. Survived by daughter Rose, a valued teacher at Cutter School.
10/17/1914	Louise E., wife of J. Fred Bitzer	Wife J Fred Bitzer, Louise E. Bitzer passed away at her home 39 Forest street, Sunday Oct 11, 1914. Daughter of Jacob Bassing of Newton. Married 44 years ago, always lived in same house. Mother of ten, eight of whom survive her. Surviving children are J. Fred Bitzer Jr., Charlotte Elizabeth, Dora Louise, Robert, Oscar, Elizabeth Bitzer of Arlington, and Bertha Mason of Swampscott and Gertrude Woodberry of Holyoke, Mass.
9/21/1923	John Fred Bitzer Deceased	John Fred Bitzer Deceased at home 39 Forest street 9/16/1923 following an illness of about one year. Had ceased work at Theodore Schwamb Company a year before, where he had been employed over 20 years. Born in Germany 1850, came to US at age 17. “He at once found work at the Charles Schwamb picture frame factory and after remaining there awhile, went into the employ of the late Theodore Schwamb.” “Mr. Bitzer was a quiet, home loving man who took great delight in his family circle.” Past grand noble of the Bethel Lodge of Odd Fellows. Service at his home by Unitarian minister.
2/1/1924	Mr. Jacob Bitzer Gives an Interesting Paper on “Industries Along Sucker Brook” Before the Historical Society	Synopsis of paper, with comments on its preparation.