Elevated trains test run along new Boston line
Yesterday the elevated trains moved back and forth between Sulli s Square terminal and the Charles River bridge. A top speed of 44 miles per hour was set with favorable conditions expected to yield better times. Frank J. Sprague and Henry M. Whitney observed, noting the system as the best seen.
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Frank J. Sprague
Henry M. Whitney
Boston
Richmond
Via
Arlestown
Thor
Italian residents plan funds to save Luigi Storti
A committee of Italian residents will meet at 9 AM at the office of Santosucisso on Hanover Street to discuss raising funds for Storti’s defense. Expected to raise at least $1000 from the Italian colony. De Mar is leading a related Italy investigation effort. Kesa rests comfortably with no new symptoms reported.
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Martial law abolishment follows ambush in Oshone County
Report describes an ambush in Oshone County where Deputy Sheriff James Rose was wounded twice and Deputy Williams fired repeatedly, killing JJ Powell. Martial law, in force since the Bunker Hill Sullivan concentrator explosion on April 29, 1899, was abolished last Thursday by Governor Hunt amidst threats against officers.
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Williams
Rose
Dputy Williams
JJ Powell
Oshone County
Bunker Hill Néw Sullivan
Hunt
Bidwells sue over traction car appliances patents
Benson and Clara Bidwell of Chicago and Charles Bidwell of Toledo file a federal suit in Indiana seeking an injunction against using manufacturing or selling certain car appliances claimed as their patents. They aim to gain profits and damages if successful and to extend action nationally affecting Boston lines and major cities.
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Clara Bidwell
Chicago
Charles Bidwell
Toledo
United States
Indena
Boston Traction Lines
Benson Bidwel
Bidwells
Lost gun found at Washington Navy Yard
The 13 inch gun shipped from the Washington Navy Yard last week was recovered safe at the yard after a mishap to the transport car. Admiral ONeill said the weapon, bound for the battleship Kearsarge, will be sent to Brooklyn for transfer to another car.
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Corean Law Imposes Death Penalty for Opium Smoking
London dispatch reports a Corean government measure imposing the death penalty for opium smoking. The Daily Mail correspondent notes the harsh reform as part of broader policing and moral order efforts in Korea.
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St. Petersburg
Daily Mail
Corean
Recital by John Wilson Marshall Tomorrow Evening
Tomorrow evening a recital in the programme will doubtless prove engaging from his performance at venue. John Wilson Marshall presents a dramatic program featuring selections likely to attract local music lovers with expected strong attendance.
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John Wilson Marshall
J. Marshall Wilson
Steinert Hall
Fire destroys B F Sturtevant Blower plant at Jamaica Plain
A major blaze at the B F Sturtevant Blower Company near Jamaica Plain station destroyed the main three story building and adjoining works. Value placed at $275000 with machinery and offices ruined. Night watchman Ash McNutt escaped injury. Plant fully insured but temporary quarters arranged at the old railroad station on Keyes street.
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Sunday Post
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Jamaica Plain Station
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New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Stony Brook
Department
Ash McNutt
Electrical Department
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N. B. Chamberlain
Keyes Street
Foss
B. F. Sturtevant
Why Men Swear and the Safety Valve Theory
Professor G T W Patrick of the University of Iowa argues profanity serves as a safety valve relieving nerve tension during anger. He notes swearing aids expression and offers a physiological justification, contrasting it with habitual or culturally rare profanity. The article also touches on colonial notes and Newfoundland relations.
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Patrick
University of Iowa
Essor Patrick
J. H. Campbell
Hughkings Jackson
Spencer Love Feast Opens Sunday Conference in Town Hall
The Sunday services of the English conference opened at 9 a m in the Town Hall with the love feast. Rev Samuel F Upham of Madison Wisconsin presided. After bread and wine were shared the gathering became a prayer meeting with testimonies from many present. At 10 30 a m the conference sermon was preached by op Har toMe.
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Nihe En England
Town Hall
Samuel F. Upham
Madison
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Newfoundland Loyalists Visit New York on French Shore Mission
The Hon. Kh Morris and Mr Bond, Newfoundland premier, traveled from London to New York aboard the Majestic and spoke with a Post reporter about their mission on the French shore question. He said settlement chances could not be stated, noting official conferences with Mr Chamberlain and Lord Lansdowne during their London visit.
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Bernhardt and Coquelin Open Boston Theatre Run
Mme Sarah Bernhardt and M Constant Coquelin arrive at the Touraine for a two week season at the Boston Theatre. The repertoire includes Rostand's L Aiglon and Bernhardt staples like La Tosca Cyrano de Bergerac Camille and Hamlet. Their strong company came in yesterday and lodged at the Hotel Rexford before sampling local Sunday laws.
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Touraine
Boston Theatre
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Quiet Rowing Rowers Report A Quiet Day on the River
Oar crews practiced with little competition as the B A A and Union clubs posted few boats in the river. Rivgraiges Bradfords Riversides and Chelsea groups were unprepared with crews, a few single scullers and a four oared boat seen.
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Mrs Day Recovers Consciousness in Canton
Mrs. William R. Day, wife of ex Secretary Day, regained full consciousness in Canton and had a very comfortable day. Doctors expressed renewed hope for her recovery tonight.
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William R. Day
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Adeline Adler Leaves Ben Hur Cast for Wedding Plans
Florence Wells, a 17 year old Dorchester girl, succeeds to Izah in Ben Hur as Adler departs for her June wedding. Wells debuted in Roxbury three years ago and has sung in concerts and choirs. her stage experience includes Joseph De Grasse repertoire and understudying Tirzah and He ther.
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Haverhill Couple Faces Domestic Troubles Court Action
Herbert E. Currier of Hancock Street Haverhill sues Edwin B. Parker for alleged alienation of his wife’s affections and is about to sue Mrs. Currier for divorce.
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Hancock Street
Haverhill
Edwin B. Parker
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