New York Sets Westward Transatlantic Record
The steamship New York lowers the westward transatlantic record by one hour, delivering an American flag homeward faster than any other vessel. Built in Britain, it carries American registry granted under the last Republican administration, and its achievement underscores the free ship policy’s wisdom. Future American-built ships on the line are expected to surpass the New York, and extending the policy nationwide could restore U.S. leadership in ocean transportation.
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New York
Congress
United States
McKinley Tariff Becomes Law Without Signatures
The piece argues it makes little difference if the President signs or allows it to become law without his signature. It asserts Cleveland will not veto and that the tariff will take effect soon. It claims passing the tariff ends McKinleyism and signals relief and better times ahead.
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Cleveland
Nomination Talk Centers on John E. Russell for Governor
The piece argues Democratic support for John E. Russell as governor this year, praising his courage, ability, and devotion. It notes no offer has been made and suggests Russell would be a strong overall choice, while the second ticket position could honor a leading Fall River Democrat or another suitable figure.
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John E. Russell
Mr. Russell
Russell
Fall River Democracy
Unreasonable cut down in life saving crew pay
An editorial condemns a pay cut for life saving station crews after extending active service from eight to ten months. It notes prior raises from 50 to 65 dollars and argues the current 60 dollar rate devalues dangerous, heroic work and equates it with menial labor. The piece urges restoring fair compensation.
East Boston residents hear doctor to move West for health
The Observant Citizen profiles Dr Frank Timmons and Will McConville noting Timmons plans to leave East Boston for health reasons after a Providence trip. The piece also highlights McConville as a notable drink mixer and references a purse restitution incident on Tremont Street. It mentions Councilman Jeffrey Eagar Jr improving Castle Island Park hours and lights, and John J Browne considering a trip to Ireland.
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Frank Timmons
William J. Ivers
Boston
Providence
R. I
Ward 1
Tremont Street
Missis
Jeffrey Eagar, Jr
South Boston
Castle Island Park
Jeff
Life savings debated as wage cuts urged
The piece argues against wage reductions as a means to save a few hundred dollars, warning that the government cannot afford to set a precedent of cutting pay for its workers or family. It stresses that preserving wages is essential and urges caution in making such economies.
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Sam
Fraud Frauds in Navy Armor Plate Scandals Spark Treason Outcry
The piece denounces frauds at Carnegie works in armor plate production for the new navy as treasonous. It argues only a new, severe penalty can punish perpetrators who threaten national safety, comparing them unfavorably to wartime profiteers and urging immediate action.
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Carnegie
Cummings
United States
Republic
Arbitration Urged For New Bedford and Fall River Stoppage
The plain duty of all parties to the contest in New Bedford and Fall River is to reach an agreement without delay. Stoppage of earnings harms tens of thousands of citizens, not only workers but the whole business of the communities and the public. An amicable settlement can avert actual losses and should be pursued promptly.
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New Bedford
Fall River
Offensive occupation in Dorchester garbage plant case
Judge Holmes hears injunction request against Gibson street garbage dormitory. Question arises if waste rendering constitutes offensive occupation. If the activity is clearly offensive, relief may be secured. many sites exist, yet the Dorchester location faces serious objections. Residents urged not to despair and seek removal.
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Holmes
Gibson Street
Dorchester
Lollyby lullaby echoes in Eugene Field poem
The poem by Eugene Field recalls a curfew night scene where a mother sings "Lollyby lolly" to soothe her child. The speaker imagines angels kissing the sleeping child and longs for a sweet voice to ease his own cold heart. The refrain repeats as a soothing, dreamlike motif.
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Chylde
South Boston gossip and notable events in brief
In a lively column from South Boston, locals discuss Tom Moore and Al C Dowling as rising figures, a famed comedian and singer, and plans for the Oregon pole replacement at Federal Building. The piece also notes political banter at the Democratic city committee meeting, aging scholars like Privy Councillor Stickel, and Mrs. Leathers pursuing a captain’s license on the Mississippi.
Notable Figures and Surviving Members in 19th Century Lists
The Allegan Journal notes the first Republican platform drafters in Jackson Michigan in 1854 as a sixteen member committee. Survivors include Albert Williams of Ohio Michigan. Jacob M. Howard of Detroit served as chairman. Additional topics mention General Canonge, a French army officer who studied medicine in Toulon and Paris, and Henry W Cramp, shipbuilder and fern enthusiast, with his father Charles H Cramp also versed in botany.
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Jackson
Mich
Allegan Journal
Blair
Albert Williams
Onio, Mica
Jacob M. Howard
Detroit
Marseilles
Toulon
Paris
Henry W. Cramp
Great Cramp Shipbuilding Company
Charles H. Cramp
Gravity Turned First Horse and Odd Newspaper Quips
A compilation of humorous quotes from Detroit Tribune Inter Ocean Philadelphia Record and others. Bits include a horse asking about driving to drink, a bronze medal for bravery for Officer Dylan, a milk critique tied to watering cows, a runaway figure named Blower, alarm clock talks in Stadehome, and a glove episode with Mr Goodeatch.
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Detroit Tribune
Opens of Lyceum Neat Wher and Grand Opera Attractions
Boston theatre offerings dominate the week with the Lyceum reopening on Monday and the Grand Opera House hosting Young America by William Young. Also featured are In the Name of the Czar final performances, The Derby Mascot at the Grand, Davy Jones next, Keith's New Theatre song premiere, and a wide slate of living pictures and burlesque at the Park and Palace theatres.
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Grand Opera House
Columbia Theatre
Rich, Harris and Frohman
Young America
William Young
Ganelon
Thomas B. MacDonough
Stephen Grattan
Joseph E. Whiting
R. F. McClannin
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EB. L. Duane
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Louis Haines
Arthur Gardner
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Marie J Durell
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Dolly Theobald
of Rice
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Bunth
Rudd
Museum
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Harry Kelly
Chauncey Olcott
Keith
New Theatre
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Mollie
Harry Chase
Broken Gate
Harry Dikku
Boston
Mr. Libby
Living Pictures
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Boston Theatre
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Rice & Barton
Rose Hill
English Folly
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Palace Specialty
Palace Theatre
Howard Atheneum
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Steve Brodie
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Crand Opera House
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Lessees and Managers
Matinee
Tremont
the Howard
Howard
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