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Welcome to The Boston Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• South End office building faces foreclosure.

• Brissett confident despite Maye's challenge.

• A deep-dive into the life of Albert DeSalvo.

• And more…

Quote of the Week

"We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are."

– Anais Nin

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Trivia

Here is your trivia question of the week. The answer will be shown in next week’s newsletter. Which do you think it is? No cheating!

What is the name of the annual Boston film festival that showcases independent and international films?

A) Boston International Film Festival

B) Boston Film Festival

C) Independent Film Festival Boston

D) Boston Indie Film Fest

Answer to Last Week's Trivia: The famous public square in Boston known for its historic architecture and proximity to the Freedom Trail is D) Faneuil Hall Square.

News

💼Business

South End office building heads to foreclosure auction. (link)

Dolce Vita restaurant closes after 35 years in North End. (link)

🏒Sports

Jerod Mayo comments on Mac Jones' impressive preseason with Jaguars. (link)

With gap closing, Jacoby Brissett still believes he will start over Drake Maye. (link)

🏦Finance

Citizens to shutter branches based in closing Stop & Shop stores. (link)

Upcoming Events

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week. There is a good mix between sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

Sports

⚾ Boston Red Sox vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Fenway Park, Boston, MA
Monday, Aug 26th | 2:05 PM | (More info)

Music & Concerts

🎥 USHER: Past Present Future
TD Garden, Boston, MA
Tuesday, Aug 27th | 8:00 PM | (More info)

🎷 Wallows - Model Tour
MGM Music Hall at Fenway, Boston, MA
Monday, Aug 26th | 7:30 PM | (More info)

Family

📚 Our True Colors
62 Harvard St, Brookline, MA
Monday, Aug 26th | 11:00 am | (More info)

🎨 Surreal Spaces
168 Newbury St, Boston, MA
Wednesday, Aug 28th | 10:00 am | (More info)

Image of the Week

Every week, I have a habit of making some AI art about our city.

This week, I typed in “Boston where every building is equipped with solar and wind power” and this is what I got.

Let me know what ideas you have for this. I really enjoy making these types of photos.

Boston Historical Events

Desegregation of Boston Public Schools (1974) - A major social and political issue.

The desegregation of Boston Public Schools in 1974 was a pivotal moment in the city's history, marking a significant social and political issue. The case, known as Morgan v. Hennigan, was presented over a period of two years, and on June 21, 1974, Federal Judge W. Arthur Garrity ruled that the School Committee of the City of Boston had "intentionally brought about and maintained racial segregation" in the Boston public schools. This ruling led to court-ordered busing, which aimed to increase the racial integration of Boston's schools and remedy decades of educational discrimination. However, the decision was met with mass protests and violent resistance, engraving the "busing crisis" into the city's history and emphasizing the deep-seated anger and resistance to desegregation.

The desegregation of Boston Public Schools from 1974 to 1988 was a period in which the Boston Public Schools were under court control to desegregate through a system of busing students. The documentation related to the lawsuit filed in the District Court for the District of Massachusetts is found in RG 21 Civil Action Case Files, 1938-1998. The desegregation efforts sought to assist in desegregating the Boston schools by offering places in suburban school districts to black students, aiming to address the unconstitutional segregation in the Boston public schools.

The desegregation of Boston Public Schools in 1974 was a contentious and transformative period in the city's history, with court-ordered busing sparking violent opposition and mass protests. The decision to desegregate the schools was a response to intentional racial segregation and aimed to address educational discrimination. The "busing crisis" left a lasting impact on Boston, highlighting the challenges and resistance faced in the pursuit of racial integration in public schools.

Famous People From Boston

Albert DeSalvo (1931-1973) – Known as the Boston Strangler

Albert Henry DeSalvo was an American murderer, rapist, and suspected serial killer in Boston who purportedly confessed to being the "Boston Strangler," the murderer of thirteen women in the Boston area from 1962 to 1964. DeSalvo was born on September 3, 1931, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, and tragically met his demise on November 25, 1973. He was married to Irmgard Beck and had a daughter and son.

Who Was Albert DeSalvo?

Albert DeSalvo gained notoriety as the purported Boston Strangler, a series of murders that terrorized Boston in the early 1960s. He was convicted of other crimes and sentenced to life in prison. In 1973, DeSalvo was found dead in his cell bed after being stabbed multiple times at Walpole.

The Boston Strangler

Albert DeSalvo's connection to the Boston Strangler case was a subject of intense scrutiny and investigation. He purportedly confessed to the murders of thirteen women in the Boston area from 1962 to 1964. His confessions and the crime scene evidence were a matter of debate and speculation, leading to ongoing interest and controversy surrounding the case.

DNA Evidence and Definitive Links

In 2013, DNA evidence definitively linked Albert DeSalvo to the death of Mary Sullivan, a woman believed to be the Boston Strangler's last victim. This announcement represented the most definitive evidence yet linking DeSalvo to the case, providing an unprecedented level of certainty that he raped and murdered Mary Sullivan.

Legacy and Controversy

Albert DeSalvo's legacy is marked by the enduring controversy and mystery surrounding the Boston Strangler case. Advances in DNA technology have shed new light on the case, leading to hopes that it can finally be put to rest. The connection between DeSalvo and the Boston Strangler case continues to captivate the public and remains a subject of historical and criminal investigation.

Key Achievements of Albert DeSalvo:

• Purported confession to being the "Boston Strangler," a notorious series of murders in Boston.

• Subject of intense scrutiny and investigation, contributing to ongoing interest and controversy surrounding the case.

• Definitive DNA evidence linking DeSalvo to the death of Mary Sullivan, a significant development in the Boston Strangler case.

Summary:

Albert Henry DeSalvo, known as the Boston Strangler, was a figure shrouded in mystery and controversy due to his purported connection to a series of murders that terrorized Boston in the early 1960s. His confessions, the ongoing investigation, and the definitive DNA evidence have contributed to the enduring interest and debate surrounding the case, making him a subject of historical and criminal fascination.

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