Reforming tariff talk in Brockton with Williams and McFarlin
In Brockton on April 14, Congressman George Fred Williams of Dedham and Peleg McFarlin of South Carver spoke at the Tariff Reform League meeting at Hotel Belmont. Williams denounced protection and urged repeal of the McKinley tariff while predicting South American reciprocity would fail, and McFarlin lauded tariff reform as New England’s battle for free raw materials and cheaper goods.
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President Harrison Arrives in Roanoke and Knoxville Prominently Welcomed
The Presidential train reached Roanoke and Knoxville on schedule amid enthusiastic crowds. Harrison shook hands, delivered brief remarks, and received native tobacco samples while women were gifted bouquets. A scare occurred when carriage horses dashed, injuring Secretary Rusk’s carriage. no injuries to the President or Mrs. Harrison. A Knoxville reception followed at Colonel Sanford's hosted gathering with leading locals.
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Tax reform clash over radical Boston plan sparks debate
Ex Mayor Hugh O'Brien and Assessor Hills oppose a joint city commission on taxation. O'Brien urges gradual change and defends current safeguards praising Boston’s growth and income from property taxes. Hills critiques the plan’s scope, warning real estate and personal property shifts could burden residents and misstate facts.
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Weather Indications For New England States
Forecast till 8 p m Wednesday calls for rain across Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts with easterly winds and slight cooling except far northern Maine warmer. Rhode Island Connecticut expect rain with northerly winds and warmer. Eastern New York to have rain with southerly winds and slight change in temperature.
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Public hearing on electrical poles in Shawmut Ave area
On Friday April 17 at 2 oclock p m the Committee on Electric Wires will hold a public hearing in the Aldermen's Room City Hall regarding the petition of the Boston Electric Light company for leave to erect poles on Shawmut avenue between Dover and Ruggles streets. Benjamin F. Stacey, Chairman.
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Proposals for Beef for Boston Public Institutions
Sealed proposals from bidders will be received at the Office of Commissioners of Public Institutions 14 Beacon Street Boston until Wednesday April 22 at 12 o'clock noon for supplying beef to Boston public institutions. Specifications available at the office. Bonds required. The commissioners may reject any or all proposals. Proposals to be addressed to Hon Nathan Matthews Jr Mayor 14 Beacon Street and endorsed Proposals for Beef for Public Institutions. THOS L Jenks Chairman
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Two of a Name with the Mystic Valley Club
The Mystic Valley Club at the American House last evening discussed The Elements of a Sound Currency with Hon. Joseph H. Walker and General Francis A. Walker as speakers. About 110 members attended as Tufts President Elmer H. Capen presided. The event featured extended talks on silver coinage and monetary policy, with attendees including notable locals and new members. The Mozart Quartette performed between talks.
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Massachusetts
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E. Nelson Blake
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J. B. Kendall
Alex. M. Wood
Albert A. Hall
Cyrus H. Stone
Victor J. Loring
Mozart Quartette
Mortality in New York City Sees 215 Deaths in 24 Hours
New York reports two hundred fifteen deaths in the city for the 24 hours ending at noon today. Of these, thirty two deaths were attributed to grip.
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