Message to Congress Pledges Unconditional Sherman Act Repeal
A special Cabinet meeting discussed the upcoming message to Congress on Monday. The plan is a ringing argument for unconditional repeal of the Sherman law, asserting the current financial condition stems from it. The President will urge bipartisan action, framing it as a financial issue not a political one, and expect strong public and congressional support to secure repeal.
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Washington
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House
Where is Frank J. Burns Disappears From Brockton
In Brockton on July 18 Frank J. Burns left his brother’s home at 72 Emmet street to take a walk and has not been heard from since. The 32 year old man, about 5 feet 4 inches tall with a stoop, brown mustache and gray eyes wore a black cutaway suit and derby. His brother William Burns reported the disappearance to police and will search across several nearby towns for clues.
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Boston
Did He Want To Die Nicholas Swartz Nearly Died From Gas
Nicholas Swartz a German about 35 years old stayed at the Hotel Eastern Canal and Causeway streets on Saturday night. He locked his room door and gas was found on. A servant noticed the odor and the door was forced open. Swartz was found lifeless on the bed with windows closed and gas on full. Dr. Lynch ordered removal to City Hospital and said he would likely die. No residence clue. A partly empty liquor bottle suggested intoxication but suicide not certain.
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Swartz
Eastern
Canal and Causeway Streets
Lynch
Swan boats evolve from simple paddlers to elaborate crafts
In the Public Garden a bygone era of swan boats is recalled from simple one person craft to later multi seat designs. Mr Lonergan reflects on changes in construction from wooden frames to galvanized iron and brass fittings while noting a culture of childhood boat fun and local personalities in Cambridge and Boston.
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Thompson
Starkweather
Lonergan
Laneran
Boston Bowling Lab
Are the Convicts Armed at the State Prison
Rumors flare of escapes and dynamite at the State Prison under Governor Russell and Warden Bridges. Officials deny revolvers among inmates, confirm one revolver with Hanley as possibly the Booth weapon, and report continued solitary for 35 unruly prisoners. A misleading note last night proved groundless.
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Peavey
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Hotel Wages Cut At Youngs And Parkers After September
After September first the wage scale at Youngs and Parkers drops ten percent for all staff except porters. Notification was issued Saturday. Porters remain paid by a head porter and are not affected. Workers, especially clerks and lower ranks, are reticent about commenting while the landlords are away. The reduction is blamed on a dull summer business.
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Parker's
Whipple
Parker House
Half Rates and Fast Trains to Chicago Fair via Pennsylvania
Excursions to Chicago by the Pennsylvania Railroad offer half rates and speedy trains. Limited nights on the road, with early Chicago arrivals to allow time for fair activities. Dates include 12 and 13 with special trains from Jersey City and several intermediate stops. Fare noted at $18.25 from Philadelphia, with proportional reductions for other routes.
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Arrisburg
Epscia
Populist Rail Road Bond Plan Gains Attention in Boston Area
A speculative scheme backed by Boston enterprise circles argues for national bonds to cover rail road indebtedness with two thirds of railroad value. remaining one third in treasury notes or silver certificates. The plan aims to shift ownership west of the Mississippi, lower freight costs, and attract immigration while offering tenure for workers and streamlined state commissions. Mr Washburn travels to Washington to gain congressional support.
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Will May Explain Maria Bardwell Death Mystery
The article outlines that Maria Bardwell may have left a will that could reveal why she took her own life. Relatives expect substantial bequests to Mrs. Murray and anticipate challenges alleging undue influence or insanity. The piece details Bardwell’s life in New York, her affair with "Bill" Stewart, aliases, and how she was known as Miss Bardwell then Miss Brice.
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New York
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Praise Is Good For Any Medicine Heard About
The fragment notes praise for medicine and its healing potential. It conveys belief in treatment benefits and personal assurance, implying a favorable view of medicinal efficacy. No clear event or actors are named in the readable text.
Tragic flood rescuer vanishes in torrent at Conley home
In a rising flood a brave youth, James Moseley, rushed into the Conley residence to save the family. He perished as water surged, sweeping the dwelling apart. Neighbors watched in horror as the reservoir wall collapsed and the Lappin House was ripped from its foundation.
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Lappin
Three Killed In Wreck Near Fremont On Lake Shore Line
A night wreck eight miles west of Fremont on the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern rail line killed three aboard a westbound Pacific express and badly injured twenty five others. The crash occurred when sleepers derailed and collided with a freight engine, crushing bodies and leaving rescue crews scrambling amid cries and steam. Among the injured were Professor Emerson of Amherst College and Chicago Baseball Club players Ryan and Kittredge. officials suspect rail spread caused the derailment.
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Cleveland
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Chicago Title and Trust Named Receiver for Badeneich Bros
Chicago Aug 6 The Chicago Title and Trust Company appointed receiver for Badeneich Bros lumber dealers with assets around 700000 and liabilities 500000. Detroit Aug 6 The Michigan Store Company closed its shops leaving about eleven hundred workers unemployed due to currency shortages.
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Chicago Title and Trust Company
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