THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 22, 2023 Page 5 Malden Historical Society presents talk by Historian Dr. Robert Allison W hat was happening in Boston and its environs 250 years ago? Find out on Tuesday, October 3, when the Malden Historical Society will present a talk by Dr. Robert Allison, “The Fateful Year 1773: The Boston Tea Party and Beyond,” at 7:00 p.m. in the Maccario Room of the Malden Public Library (36 Salem St.). All are welcome to attend this highly engaging portrait of events during a watershed year that culminated in what came to be known as the Boston Tea Party. Attendees will discover why a political confl ict in Boston – that really had nothing to do with tea – made the destruction of the tea such a big event and learn how a political dispute became a Revolution. Dr. Allison has taught history at Suffolk University for more than 30 years and also teaches at the Harvard Extension School. Involved with nutory of Boston and early America. Among the books he has authored are “The Crescent Obscured: The United States and the Muslim World, 1776-1815” (2000); “The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavas Vasa, The African” (1995, 2004); “Stephen Decatur: American Naval Hero, 1779-1820” (2005); “A Short History of Boston” (2004); and Dr. Robert Allison Historian merous history organizations, he is President of the Colonial Society of Massachusetts and chairs Revolution 250, “a consortium of organizations working together to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the events that led to the American Revolution.” Dr. Allison holds a Ph.D. in History from Harvard University and is an expert on the his“A Short History of Cape Cod” (2010). The talk will be followed by questions from the audience and some time to socialize and enjoy refreshments. The Malden Historical Society is a nonprofi t, all-volunteer organization that is always looking for new members. Anyone with an interest in history who wants to learn more about the Malden Historical Society can attend one of its meetings or visit www.maldenhistoricalsociety.org. MIGRANT | FROM PAGE 1 helping with medical and immigration appointments, and ensuring access to service providers, among other things.” In housing these families, Malden joins some 80 other communities across Massachusetts in providing these living quarters, including Everett, Revere, Chelsea and Boston. Some of these provisions are related to the Massachusetts “Right to Shelter” law. Massachusetts is the only state with a law that guarantees families with children a place to stay if they meet certain criteria. A number of local and regional aid agencies have been actively working and helping to make sure the migrant families have adequate food, clothing and other necessities. There was no word as of yesterday if and when more migrant families are headed to Malden. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma JOHN MACKEY & ASSOCIATES ~ Attorneys at Law ~ * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES 14 Norwood Street Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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