Women Appeal to Governor Crane Over Brighton Hotel Licenses
Twelve women from Brighton Cambridge Newton and Watertown met Governor Crane at the State House protesting the Police Commission over an alleged nuisance at the Albany House hotel in Brighton. They urged denying a new license citing disturbances and liquor sales affecting nearby residents and students. The governor took the matter under advisement as license decisions were to be issued today.
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Albany House
Police Commission
Cambridge
Newton
Watertown
James N. Thompson
Women's Club of
Watertown Women's Club
Newton Federation of Women’s Clubs
Cantabrigia Women's Club of
Pem
Berton Square
Post
Clark
McNary and Fitzgerald Attack Massachusetts Blue Laws and the Police Commission
At a dinner for Amos K. Tilden, Boston druggists’ association speakers McNary and Fitzgerald attacked Boston’s blue laws and police board. McNary warned repeal is unlikely in two years without local self-government, while Fitzgerald urged reforms to allow Sunday commerce. He cited closures, distresses, and the need for state and local action to empower Boston to govern itself. The event also featured speakers from Newton and Melrose as well as remarks on the city’s business climate and Sunday trading.
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Amos K. Tilden
Young’s Hotel
Boston Druggists’ Association
Salita
McNary
John F. Fitzgerald
Boston Police Commission
Boston
France
Germany
Fitzgerald
Druggists’ Association
Commonwealth
Henry Canning
Newton
Gilbert L. Gorham
John H. Larrabee
Melrose
William E McKay
U.S. N
George L Roskill
L. G. Heinritz
W. W. Bartlett
F. A. Hubbard
Rain Outlook Sees Wet Midweek Across New England
Washington forecast notes rain for Wednesday and Thursday across New England and the east coast with cooler conditions Wednesday in the north and central areas. Brisk to high southeast winds rise along the coast, shifting to southwest. In New York, rain is expected followed by a drier interval.
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Iocal
Washington
New England
New York
Just as good and Just As Cheap Branding Lesson
A New York example shows honesty in business pays through free advertising. J Milhau’s son at 1% Broadway gained thousands in free publicity by a sign offering “We Give You Just What You Ask For.” The New York Journal praised this ethic and warned against imitation products. Father John’s Medicine is touted as a 60 year tonic for throat and lung troubles and a cure for consumption.
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J. Milhau
Broadway
New York
New York Journal
Father John
Twelve coffee cups and cigars advertise Cuban cigars mystery
A garbled ad-like passage promises twelve coffees in twelve places and compares cigars to Havana tobacco. It touts packets called Cuba Big Brother Cigarros with a value deal of five for 10 cents, claiming high quality and filled with Havana tobacco.
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Cuba
Three Men Feared Drowned After Harbor Squall
A harbor squall leads police to fear three Dorchester men Albert Chesterfield Frederick Thompson and Alton Douglass are missing after going fishing Sunday afternoon near Weymouth or Ponkapog. A dory may have foundered with no trace, while one capsized boat had its occupants rescued.
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Station 6
South Boston
Long Pier
Thompson's Island
Albert Chesterfield
Roosevelt Street
Frederick A. Thompson
Leroy Street
Dorchester
Alton A. Douglass
Union Park Street
Douglass
Chesterfield
Thompson
Weymouth
Ponkapog
Exclusion bill signed by President to curb Chinese entry
Washington April 20 President Roosevelt signed the Chinese exclusion bill. The cause was presented to Representative Kahn of Serco who has taken a deep interest in the measure and its impact on immigration policy.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Representative Kahn
Serco
Lodge calls Smith's order revolting in Senate
In Washington on April 29 the Senate debated General Jacob A. Smith's alleged order to make Samar a wilderness and kill males over ten. Senator Lodge called the order revolting while defending the administration and noting the President ordered a court martial. Others urged dismissal or trial, with critics saying such orders reflect poorly on the U.S. army and people.
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Washington
Senate
Jacob A. Smith
Island
Samar
Lodge
Teller
Colorado
General Smith
Fairbanks
United States
Smith
Waller
Omnibus public building bill advances in House
The House passed a broad public building bill totaling 17,406,450 distributed to 174 cities. It covers 77 new buildings and sites, six on existing sites, 17 on donated sites, and 66 increases on authorized buildings, plus purchase of 16 sites. Nine members opposed the yeas and nays demand. Agricultural appropriation debate resumed with only a few pages disposed of.
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Washington
House
Venice Affair Heightens US Navy Tension
Washington reports focus on the arrest of Chicago officers in Venice after a cafe disturbance. Captain Dayton to receive facts. Italian court imposes penalties with possible pardon anticipated by official circles.
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Washington
State
Navy Department
Dayton
United States Naval
Rome
Venice
Robert F. Wynne
Marine Guard
United States
Chicago
Robert B. Ledbetter
John S. Doddridge
Wilfred Langley
San Marco
Victor Emmanuel
Harvard talk rails at Carnegie corrupt wealth and state rot
Dr. Rainsford of New York told Harvard Union students that political corruption endangers the nation. He attacked Carnegie for vast profits and implied dishonesty in business, cited a New York gambling case, and condemned Senator Clark of Montana as a rotter. He urged Harvard men to study labor and join the church and politics.
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Dr. Rainsford
New York
Harvard
Harvard Union
Carnegie
United States
Rainsford
Clark
Montana
Benedict Arnold
Hudson confirms Driscoll to seek reconsideration at next meeting
Driscoll has filed a notice to move for a reconsideration of the vote at the upcoming Aldermen meeting. The confirmation of Mr. Hudson occupied the entire evening session of the Aldermen.
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Driscoll
Feoonsider
Hudson
Birthday Banquet for Archbishop Williams in Boston
In the Holy Cross Cathedral basement a banquet honored Archbishop John J. Williams on his 80th birthday with 300 priests, six bishops, and other dignitaries. A large purple and gold cake shaped like the number 80, floral decorations, and a message of blessings highlighted the event as the archbishop spoke of dedicating his legacy to the future archbishop.
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Holy Cross
Boston
John J. Williams
Williams
Denis M. Bradley
Manchester
N. H
New England
Harkins
Providence
R. I
Beaven
Springfield
Bradley
Tierney
Hartford
Michaud
Vermont
Brady
Father Shahan
Malden
Father Gallagher
Roxbury
Mar. O'Callaghan
South Boston
Mgr. Magenis
Our Lady of Good Counsel
Address of Archbishop Williams at the Banquet in Honor of His Birthday
Archbishop Williams, in a birthday banquet address to the New England bishops, expresses gratitude for clergy and people who supported cathedral and seminary projects. He notes doubled Catholic population since 1872, recalls gifts totaling roughly $300,000 plus $120,000 for the seminary, and emphasizes unity, service, and future stewardship.
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Williams
New England
Archbishop Williams
St. Peter
Peter
Fitzpatrick
Boston
Clergy Leader Praises Archbishop’s Long Service
Rev. William Byrne spoke for the clergy and paid tribute to the archbishop. He thanked God for the long days of usefulness in service and noted the archbishop has entered the final stadium of his career with reserve of strength and mental vigor.
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