Outlaw Oath Binds Men to Punish Anarchists in Cripple Creek
Dr J T Reed a mine owner and politician tied to the Tarsney outrage is brought to Colorado Springs with ex deputy Wilson after a confession. A strange pledge sworn in Denver binds sworn brothers to mete out punishment for crimes against law abiding citizens, targeting Cripple Creek organizers and their sympathizers. Two groups sought to drive Detective Peter Tales from Colorado City but failed. Grand jury returns 821 indictments linked to Cripple Creek troubles and notes interference by state officers in county writs.
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Colorado Springs
J. T. Reed
Denver
Tarsney
J. R. Wilson
Wilson
Bowers
Parker
United States
Paso County
Colorado
Colorado City
Peter Tales
Waite
Cripple Creek
el Paso
Grand Jury
Women Stir Trouble As Officer Lynde Handles Disturbances
In Division 14, Officer Lynde contends with two incidents of female trouble. A “tartar” maid caused a near riot near the Cambridge line, later confined at Washington Street lockup. The next day a drunken woman named Ella S. Carlton, reportedly from Chambers Street, was found on Chestnut Hill Avenue tracks and aided to the station. court records showed drunkenness on file.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynde
Cambridge
Reservoir
Boston
Ella S. Carlton
Chambers Street
Cannibal horror on Arctic voyage told by cannibal sailors
The whaling bark James Allen from New Bedford left San Francisco April 14, 1894, struck a reef two months out. Five men were lost and fifteen missing. Nine survivors, rescued at Unwak Island and later at Ounalaska, recount a harrowing tale of exposure, starvation, and cannibalism as they suffered aboard a dug-out hut and resorted to eating a fellow crewman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Allen
New Bedford
Arctic Ocean
San Francisco
Huntley
William F. Allen
Amlia Island
Ounalaska
Oll
John White
William Fitzgerald
California
G. E. Loy
Frank Murphy
Unwak Island
William Dory
Joseph Pena
Sam Masterson
Austin Gideon
Harry Taylor
Pat Connelly
Healy
William Andrews
Gideon
Allen
Pastor and Parish at Odds in Montello Church
In Montello, North Baptist Church, Rev. C. T. Douglass resigns, saying he seeks release by December to protect the church. Petition signers dispute his claim, alleging the move aims to avoid the petition. Gossip centers on frugality and clergy discounts. resignation likely on August 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brockton
Aue
North Baptist
Montello
C. T. Douglass
Commonites Change of Quarters Move to Monument Hill
A group known as wandering Willies and dusty Rhoades who used the Tremont and Park corner as sleeping and lounging spaces have relocated to Monument Hill. The move likely reduces noise from wagons and electric cars, with one observer noting the new grass is longer and the ground softer there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tremont
Park Streets
Monument Hill
Tremont Street
Coupon sets crowded out today by other items
The complete set coupon and the book coupon are unavailable today but will be used tomorrow.
The Sweat Shop Conditions at Boston Garment Trade Hearing
Representatives of knitters and cutters describe wage instability due to competition from immigrant workers especially Poles, with New York cutting shifting labor south and sweatshop practices. Cutter John E. McKenna notes 520 union members and 50 unorganized. wages vary 10 to 18 dollars weekly. The hearing calls for national sweat shop legislation and evaluation of state penal industry production. The session continues with printers and tobacco workers to be heard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
E. J. Felt
John E. McKenna
Cutters’ Union
McKenna
New York
Europe
Albert H. Perkins
Perkins
Suffolk County
Labor Mass Meeting in New Bedford Addresses Wages and Union Strength
A large crowd filled Meaney's Hall as Labor leaders spoke on rising wages, the need for stronger unions, and the new particulars bill. Secretary Hart of the Weavers' Union described wage cuts from 11 to 14 dollars weekly and a 40 percent reduction by manufacturers, urging solidarity with spinners. Richard McGray praised unions after a successful strike in Olneyville, explaining advantages of strong unions and listing other local unions supporting the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Bedford
Mass
Meaney’s
Fall River
Matthew Hart
Weavers’ Union
Richard McGray
Olneyville
R. L
Connolly
Card and Picker Room Association
Samuel Roos
Mule Spinners’ Association
John Wilkinson
Tragic Fall Fatal for 6 Year Old Lizzie Orr
Lizzie Orr aged six fell from a caravan on Commercial Street near the gas house and struck her head. The incident occurred at 6 15 PM as she played along the street near Hull Street. The caravan belonged to H D Andrews Co and was driven by Thomas Meegan of East Boston. Medical Examiner Stedman and Dr Dunn attended. No blame assigned to the driver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie Orr
Hull Street
North End
Commercial
H. D. Andrews & Co
Atlantic Avenue
Dunn
Stedman
Thomas Meegan
Pope Street
East
Boston
Republicans Exhorted Urging Qualified Candidates
The Republican Club of Massachusetts led by Hon George G Crocker urges members to seek capable candidates in the coming election. They warn against choosing those who yield to labor or capital pressure, stressing the need to balance interests with justice and prudence. The club advocates intelligent, discriminating selection and active participation in nominating party candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Republican Club of
Massachusetts
George G. Crocker
Democratic Party
Hoon
Nantucket Whaling Captain George Allen Dies
Nantucket, Aug 8 Captain George Allen one of the town rising generation of whaling captains died at noon today. He was among Nantucket's best known seamen and ship masters. The whaling community mourns the loss of a veteran ocean navigator and leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nantucket
George Allen
Mule Spinners Meet in Fall River
At the Mule Spinners Association general meeting in Fall River on August 8 the anticipated wage cut was not formally discussed. The large gathering voted to postpone all debate until Friday evening August 17 for a special meeting. Tomorrow night a general weavers meeting will be held and Monday night the United Trades Unionists will convene to outline a campaign plan for the workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fall River
Mule Spinners’ Association
Weavers
United Trades Unionists
A O H 10 Will Float At Chelsea Meeting
An extraordinary meeting of Division 10 A O H Chelsea was held in Granite block with President Patrick E Green presiding. Officers and many members were present. committees were elected. barge chartered for next Sunday excursion. Dohertys Hibernian Orchestra engaged and Irish entertainers to participate. about 800 tickets sold with high turnout anticipated.
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Chelsea
Granite Block
Patrick E. Green
John J. Goff
William J. Flynn
John Daly
M. “’. Regan
David C. Finlay
Thomas Lane
Patrick H. Elliot
John P. Deasy
Patrick Cronin
Michae McHugh
Thomas Hannabern
Thomas Murray
Timothy McCarthy
James Cronin
Michael Crowley
John P. Callan
William Deasy
Michael Cunningham
Michael Creede
Daniel Collins
John McGlinchy
William Cronin
T. J. McCarthy
J. FitzPatrick
Patrick Cusick
Cornelius Murphy
James Collins
William Easy
James Regan
Patrick Brown
John Lawlor
Michael V. Regan
Clifford
Doherty
Hibernian
O'Sullivan
Harney
Malden
Suffolk County
Ely
Corn Market Turmoil Continues Amid Drought News
In Chicago today corn prices swung wildly for two hours as traders reacted to drought marks and rumors of a major commission house's failure. Despite no rain relief, selling intensified with large blocks dumped as markets showed unpredictable gains and losses amid broad uncertainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Iowa
Schwartz
Edward Holmes Dies After Electric Car Accident
In Gloucester on August 8 an electric car carrying Hutching's Military Band lost power while ascending Meeting House Hill. The vehicle rolled back at speed, throwing Edward Holmes from the car who struck his head and lay unconscious. Doctors fear serious injuries or death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Mass
Hutching
Riverdale
Meeting House Hill
Edward Holmes
Dobbs and Watson Draw in Six Round Bout at St John
In St John New Brunswick tonight Bobby P Dobbs and Andy Watson fought six rounds for a purse and drew after Dobbs led five rounds. Watson rallied in the sixth with a clever showing. In police court Fdl Harvey was fined $100 for issuing a fight challenge to Tom Trenholm, the paper’s manager being summoned but absent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. John
N. B
Bobby P Dobbs
Andy Watson
Dobbs
Watson
Fdl Harvey
Tom Trenholm
Twelfth Annual Lectures for Young People at Old South
The twelfth annual lectures for young people run at Old South Meeting House Boston starting Aug 1 with talks on Aug 15 22 29 and Sept 56 122 19. Tickets available by writing to Old South studies directors. Limited adult tickets priced at $1 50 or single tickets at 2 5 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old South Meeting House
Old South Studies
Boston
Society at Newport Ball Attracts Leading Subscribers
Newport Rhode Island August 8 The Casino ball gains success as 25 per head subscriptions are secured, drawing leaders of the 400 including Mrs William Astor Theodore Havemeyer J J Van Alen Cornelius Vanderbilt and several titled foreigners Mullallys Orchestra of Boston headlines the first evening concert with strong society turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
R. I
William Astor
Theodore A. Havemeyer
J. J. van Alen
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Mullally
Orchestra
Boston
Nantucket Woman Dies After Hemorrhage in Cambridge Street Incident
Helen Reed aged 39 who resided in Nantucket Massachusetts was seized with a hemorrhage on Cambridge street near Strong place at 6 last evening. She was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital where she died twenty minutes after arrival at the hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Reed
Nantucket
Mass
Cambridge Street
Strong Place
Massachusetts General Hospital
Teamster Albert Burke Injured at Prison Point
Albert Burke a 25 year old teamster from 46 Whitney street Roxbury fell from his team at Prison Point yesterday afternoon. The wheels passed over his left leg causing a bad laceration and he suffered a deep cut on his chin. He is hospitalized at Massachusetts General Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Burke
Whitney Street
Roxbury
Prison Point
Massachusetts General Hospital
Milholland Faction Defeated by New York Republicans
The Republican State committee rejected the John E. Milholland faction in New York City and will back the opposition in this county at the state convention in Saratoga on September 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Republican State Committee
John E. Milholland
Saratoga
American Wringer Co. Advertising Wringers and Sweepers
The American Wringer Co located at 12 and 14 Broadway extension offers wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. All kinds of wringers and sweepers repaired. Orders by mail promptly attended to. Telephone Tremont 764.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
American Wringer Co
Broadway
City
Tremont
Detroit banker found dead in suspicious circumstances
C A Blood a wealthy retired vessel owner and banker of Marine City Mich aged 75 was found dead in his bed at his daughter in law's Detroit home. Coroner cites apoplexy but undertaker notes a bullet hole suggesting murder. Police investigation underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
C. A
Marine City
Mich
Free Medical Services for All Diseases Offered by Dr Dewey
A period advertisement proclaims free medical examinations and attendance for all diseases during hard times. Dr Dewey the specialist will serve rich and poor at Offices 7 and 8 Hotel Pelham 74 Boylston Street with hours 9 to 1 and 2 to 6 and 6 to 8 p m Sunday 10 to 4 closed Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
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Dewey
Hotel Pelham
Boylston Street
Diseases of the Brain and Nervous System ad by Dr Myron E. UE
An advertisement for a medical service by Dr Myron E. UE offering treatment for brain and nervous system diseases including paralysis at 278 Boylston Street opposite the Public Garden Boston Massachusetts. The copy promises tissue cell building and constitutional methods for long-standing difficulties and broken down constitutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myron E. UE
Boylston St
Blic Garden
Boston
Mass
Republicans Fix Sept 18 19 Caucus Dates for State Election Delegates
The Republican State committee executive committee met at Beacon Street headquarters and fixed Sept 18 and 19 as caucus dates for every town or city in the Commonwealth to elect delegates who will choose all candidates to be voted for at the November State election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican State Committee
Beacon Street
Commonwealth
One More Popular Excursion to Old Orchard Beach
A further excursion to Old Orchard Beach is scheduled for Tuesday August 14. Tickets go on sale at the city ticket office Boston and Maine railroad 214 Washington Street Boston priced one dollar fifty cents round trip. Advance purchase is advised due to limited allocation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Orchard Beach
City
Boston & Maine Railroad
Washington Street
Boston
Mrs Akerman Reed Found Dead in Winter Street House
Newburyport residents report the death of Mrs Akerman Reed who was found at her Winter street home this evening. The case notes she lived alone and had been ailing from consumption when she suffered a fall believed to have contributed to her death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newburyport
Akerman Reed
Winter Street
Francis W. Reid M D Boston Physician Royal Heart Specialist
Francis W. Reid M D late manager and consulting physician at Metropolitan Provident Dispensary Co London England four years established in Boston practice specialist in heart derangement lung disorder and general nervous debility from any cause primary consultation examination and advice free country patients invited to write for symptom list residence and office Sunnyside 8 Warren St corner of Dale St Roxbury Boston Mass
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis W.reid
M.D
Ndon
United States
Metropolitan Provident Dispensary Co
London
Eng
Boston
Sunnyside
Warren St
Dale St
Roxbury
Mass
Fracas of Miss Liberty atop Boston Monument in Washing Request
A reporter strolling at midnight sees the Goddess of Liberty on the Soldiers and Sailors Monument ask to be washed. The scene turns comic as town officials and a Post artist discuss soap water and dirt on the pedestal while Miss Liberty finally returns to her perch, noting the monument’s need for cleaning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goddess of Liberty
Martin
Miss Liberty
Henry
George
Michael
Associated Charities
Freddy
Alexander
William
Mr. Matthews
Nathan Matthews, Jr
Mr. Doogue
Andrew
Post
Boston Post
Boston
America
China
Peter
Christopher
Miss Liberty Columbia
Enterprise Comes Home From Cadiz To Boston
Massachusetts commissioners order the Enterprise to return from Cadiz and limit future cruising to home waters to economize for taxpayers. W. H. Lincoln says the ship will arrive mid September and stay closer to the coast to maintain supervision of the school and avoid trips to Paris. No trouble has been reported aboard.
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Massachusetts
Boston
Cadiz
Spain
W. H. Lincoln
Lincoln
Gibraltar
Tangiers
Madeira
Paris
Ente
Years with Cannibals John Brown’s perilous South Sea voyage ends in Australia
John C. Brown of Lynn recounts a decade of wrecks and torture after sailing from Boston in 1887. Lost near the Solomon Islands, he survived six years on a cannibal island before a whaler rescued him and carried him to Australia. His wife and 14 year old child endured years of doubt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Brown
Lynn
Brown
Boston
South Sea Islands
Melbourne
Australia
South Sea
England
Solomon Islands
Overhauling the Dexter at Edgartown
Revenue cutter Dexter lies at Edgartown for its yearly overhaul. The note urges readers to bring an oil stove to stay warm in the hot weather and mentions dining at the Silver Grill Café.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cottage City
Dexter
Edgartown
Silver Grill Cafe
Main Springs 50 Cents at Bells Crit Giob
Short clipping notes Main Springs priced at 50 cents at Bell's with fragmentary reference to a person named Giob and a cryptic remark about the finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Springs
Bell’s
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