Worthington gang members jailed for real estate swindles
New York reports George S. Martin, S. Grillo, and W. B. Cutler of the Worthington gang charged with swindling. The group, once led by Harry and John Worthington from 18 Wall Street, ran fictitious real estate schemes with bogus checks. Previously convicted of conspiracy, they served in prions. Police recount a past scheme in Alabama involving a farm and a marriage angle, leading to vengeful actions in New Jersey and New York.
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New York
George S. Martin
Worles S. Grillo
Cutler
Worthington Jog
Ich Man
Barly
Worthington
Harry
John Worthington
Wall Street
Indoor bicycle meet opens amid rebel riders at Madison Square Garden
The I A W calls the Riders’ union an outlaw body as seventy amateurs and about forty professionals enter the winter indoor series at Madison Square Garden. The meet proceeds without U A W sanction, with suspensions likely on score cards.
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Madison Square Larder
Nis
Jan Mott
Racing Board
American Racing Cyclists’ Union
Hin
Law
Mer
Mertens
Major Taylor
Cing
Racmen
Strol
Daveifer
Amer
the Garden
Gardiner
Cooper
Kimble
Tambler
Elix Stausbeck
Berlin
Germany
Feacof
Interae
Stolen Cigarettes From Cambridgeport Express Train
Ames Quinn and Co reported at station night that four cigarette packages were stolen from the Savage Cambridgeport express on Milk route. Local officials cautioned travelers and opened an inquiry into the incident. Authorities seek witnesses and urge anyone with information to contact the station master.
Raid on Honest John's Vendome Club Shocks New York
New York police raided the Vendome Club at 141 West Forty first street run by Honest John Kelly. Ten men were arrested, with costly gambling apparatus seized and bail set at 300 dollars each. Kelly, once a popular umpire turned race and gambling figure, faced charges amid suspicions of political influence and widespread casino activity in the Tenderloin.
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New York
West Forty First Street
John Kelly
Sharkey-Corbett Fascu
Devery
Captain Price
Kelly
Forty-first Street
Corbett-Sharkey
Timothy
Sullivan
Lenox Athletic Club
Sharkey
Tenderloin
Kelly’s Place
Shelly
West Thirtieth Street
Diamond
Boxing Gala Promises Star Beginnings at Lyceum Hall
The Noddle Island A C plans its December meeting at Lyceum Hall next Tuesday with a card rated unmatched in Boston in years. Jack O Donnell known as Young Sharkey faces Joe Robinson, while Bob Allen meets Walter Burgo. Other bouts include Patsey Sweeney vs George Murray and Steve Mahoney v Frank Scott.
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Noddle Island
Ydonnell
East
Harry Fisher
Brooklyn
Fisher
Dan Murphy
Connecticut
Dick O’brien
Tommy West
George Byers
Robinson
Bob Allen
Walter Burgo
New York
Dixon- Sullivan
Bob Gormley
Allen
Burgo
Patsey Sweeney
George Murray
Lynn
Austin Rice
Mascot A. C
Andy Daley
Billy Chisholm
Lowell
Sweeney
Chisholm
Steve Mahoney
Thesea
Jersey City
St. John's Episcopal Church
John H. Kirk
Stoddard
McCoy and Sharkey Talk of Fight at Lenox Ave
McCoy and Tom O Rourke met in New York after prior feuds and agreed to no lasting grievance. McCoy asked if Sharkey would fight him and O Rourke replied yes and suggested arranging a match later. If scheduled, the bout could take place at Lenox Avenue venue.
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New York
Siecoyv
Tom O'Rourke
Tom Sharkey
McCoy
O'Rourke
HeNoxk
Corbett-Sharkey
Sharkey
Lenox A
Watson aids Lipton in Shamrock design and crew plans
Work on the Shamrock proceeds with George J. Watson helping Will Fife on the design. Captain O Neill is engaged to command the Shamrock with a stipend of 169 dollars, rising to 2503 if the Shamrock wins the America s Cup. Watson will race aboard, and both he and Fife join the crew as Valkyrie III is refitted for a spring challenge.
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London
George J. Watson
Lord Dunraven
Will Fife
Thomas Lipton
O'Neil
Trish
Desiner Watson
Sir Thomas Lipton
Wright and Grant Entered In B A A Cross Country Run
Ten entries in the B A A cross country meet set for this afternoon include Arthur D Wright of Brown University and New York Athletic Club the national champion and Dick Grant who has represented Harvard A A in distance events. The dressing room is in the Tech gymnasium on Exeter street and the starting gun goes at 3 30 p m. sharp with Manager Graham asking competitors to be ready. Entries list runners from Jamaitica Plain Boston Belmont and Concord with handicaps and a scratch entry for Wright.
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Dick Moore
Charley Goff
Brooklyn
Billy Hill
Tom Carpenter
City Point A. C
Walter Burgo
Jack Downey
Pelican A. C
Matt Matthews
George Kerwin
Toronto
Kerwin
Moldy Connolly
St. Lous
New York
Philadelphia
Oscar Gardner
Paddy Sullivan
West
Dave Sullivan
Gardner
Lenox A. C
Arena A. C
Peter Maher
Ed Dunkhorst
Kid’ McCoy
Joe Goddard
George Dixon
Lenox AC
Sullivan
Crescent A. C
Jack Bennett
Eddy Connolly
Dick O’brien
Boston
Tommy Ryan
Syracuse
Cleveland Athletic Club
Charter Oak Athletic Club
Hartford
Western Club
Sos
Jack Rose
B. A.A
Brown University
New York Athletic Club
Dick Grant
Harvard A. A. Coably
Tech Gymnasium
Exeter Street
Graham
Wefers Quits New York A C Rumor Denied
A rumor spread in New York on December 2 claiming Bernie Wefers, the champion runner, left the New York A C after a dispute and would race for Boston A A. No Boston A A official confirmed the move and it was treated as a joke.
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New York
Bernie Wefers
New York A. C
Boston
Boston A. A
German Lloyd steamers Werra and Fulda sail for Cadiz
New York dispatch reports the North German Lloyd line steamers Werra and Fulda sailing today to Havana where they will take on Spanish officers and soldiers for Cadiz. Each ship will house 20 enlisted men and carry 109 officers in the first cabin and 189 in the second.
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New York
Lloyd Line
Werra
Fulda
Tiavana
Cadiz
Banquet Ends With Informal Remarks at Dorchester Club
Forty Dorchester Republican Club members gathered at the United States Hotel for a banquet. After dinner informal speeches were delivered as part of the event.
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Dorchester Republican Club
United States Hotel
Four City League bowlers push Carruth to new tie lead
Last night four City League teams played and altered the standings. Carruth, McCarthy and Sudbury forged a first tier tie while Murray & Irwin and Boylston climbed to a tie for second. Meyers rose to fourth after beating City Hall twice. Stout fouled, costing Murray & Irwin a game.
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Carruth
McCarthy
Siub
Murray & Irwin
Boylston
Meyers
Meyers Boys
City
City Hall
Andrew
Hub
Meyer
Ay Wilkins
Ossa
Ae Ene
Aed
Winsman
He Sudbury
Bowler
Thompson
Sullivan
Dow
Dean Saab
Hall
Inman Seer
Ceee Reese
Hyde
Rene Pop
J. Woodward
Oss McFarland
Norton
Trmeyers
Fowler
Abbott
Brown
Wren
Tiseh
Mevers
Uens Lay
Lawson
Euneee Ween
Hub ” Bowler
Ape
Shaw
Eun Lea
McDonald
Cunningham van
Winsor Re Tsuithe la
Brackett Conce Cha
Star chamber inaction on Knowlton case postponed
The Pem berton square star chamber adjourned the hearing on Patrolman Clarence Knowlton charged with taking bribes from Cora Bradford. The session was postponed to Dec 7 due to Knowlton's counsel illness. Bradford appeared with attorney Hayward. extra investigation hints at broader implications.
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Star Chamber
Police Commissioners
Pemberton Square
Clarence M. Knowlton
Knowlton
Sweeney
Cora Ki. Bradford
Worcester Street
Cora KE. Bradford
Hayward
James F. Sweeney
Cora
3Zangs
Dunn
Clare
Miss Bradford
Interscholastic Rowing Association Extends for Boston Area
The Interscholastic Rowing Association plans to continue under G L De Blois of the Boston Athletic Association. It will include last year’s schools plus Hopkins, with potential junior members from other applicants. Annual meeting about Feb 1 to elect officers. Crews start May 1 with new boats and use of the expanded B A A boat house. Last year’s coaches Boardman and Adams return.
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G. L. de Blois
Boston Athletic Association
Hopkinson's
Rowing Association
R. m. Boardman
YP. Adams
Will of late Francis Cox filed for probate
The will, filed in Salem, leaves $4 to the wardens and vestry of St. Peter's Church. The remainder of the estate is divided nearly equally among the heirs at law.
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Salem
Francis Cox
St. Peter’s Church
Burglary At 218 Brighton Avenue Reported
Last evening a house on 218 Brighton avenue belonging to John 8 Cleverly was entered through an unfastened pantry window. A lady's silver watch four bracelets one bangle and one gold bracelet were stolen in the incident.
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John
Brighton Avenue
Robbery at Roxbury Apartment on Albion Street
Thieves used false keys to access the Grundy residence at 9 Albion street Roxbury yesterday afternoon. Stolen items include a gold watch a lorgnette and a twenty dollar bill.
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William G. Grundy
Albion Street
Roxbury
Nomination Papers Filed for Cambridge Ward 1 Seat
Nomination papers were filed with City Clerk Brandon in Cambridge yesterday for Henry VP. Fielding who seeks the Common Council seat from Ward 1.
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Brandon
Cambridge
Doraiing
Henry VP
Fielding
Common Council
Feared Insanity Ends in Suicide of Haverhill Manufacturer
George W. Leighton, a Haverhill shoe maker, shot himself in the Eagle House room tonight. Found unconscious after several pistol shots, he died two hours later. A letter to his wife cited fears of insanity returning, a condition he suffered five years ago, and asked for forgiveness. He leaves a widow and one daughter.
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Haverhile
George W. Leighton
Eagle House
Mgr
Leighton
Foor
Freight Handlers Dance Sets New Attendance Record
The sixth annual hall held by the New York New Haven Hartford Freight Handlers Union 627 at Odd Fellows Hall drew over 200 couples. A concert ran 8 to the grand march led by Cornelus F. Buckley and Miss May Wilson with guests including J. Warner and A. H. Porter, J. W. Jordan, W. F. Bowers, and ER. K. Kearns. Salem reports filing closes for the municipal election with two mayoral candidates and many alderman and council hopefuls.
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New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Union
A. F
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Cornelus F. Buckley
May Wilson
J. Warner
A. H. Porter
Providence
J. W. Jordan
W. F. Bowers
ER. K. Kearns
Explosion at South Boston malt mill causes damage
An explosion of malt gas at the Frank Jones Brewing Company malt mill 624 Second Street South Boston yesterday afternoon near five o clock called out Engine 1 and caused a loss of 100 dollars to the company.
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Frank Jones Brewing Company
Second Street
South
Boston
Prince George Steamer Missing at Long Wharf
The new steamer Prince George did not arrive at Long wharf yesterday and nothing has been heard from her fate remains unknown and her crew status is unclear.
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Prince George
Long Wharf
New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Fast Relief
Relief in six hours for distressing kidney and bladder disease offered by New Great South American Kidney Cure. Claims immediate relief from bladder, kidney, and back pain, with rapid elimination of retained water. Sold by Geo. C. Goode in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Geo. C. Goode Yin Ga
Hanover St
Boston
Mass
Dr Boli Cough Syrup Claims Cure for Lung Ailments
An advertisement promotes Dr Boli's Cough Syrup as a cure for lung conditions including pleurisy. The copy asserts quick relief and health benefits, targeting readers seeking remedies for respiratory issues.
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Dr. Boli
Augusta Beats Bangor In Well Played Game
Augusta defeated Bangor 19 to 5 in a lively contest at Augusta. Captain Furbush led Augusta with strong rush play alongside Hadley and Houghton in good form. Jason stood out for Bangor. Final score listed as Augusta 10 Bangor 5 with Cashman, O’Malley, Jason, O’Hara, and Houghton among top players. Referee Connelly officiated.
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Augusta
Bangor
Furbush
Hadley
Houghton
Cashman
Jason
O'Malley
O'Hara
Connelly
Hartford Wins 5-4 in Overtime Polo Thriller
Hartford outlasted New Haven 5 to 4 after fourteen minutes thirty two seconds of overtime. New Haven led 4-3 after the first period. no goals in the second. Wodtke tied in the third, Moody clinched in OT. Whiting and Wodtke debuting for New Haven. Referee Brien. Timer Anufort.
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New Haven
Conn
Hartford
Wodtke
Moody
Hobe Whiting
New Tavyen
Sartfierd
Mooney
Bone
W. Whiting
Cusick
Tfouls—Fiverett
Wootke
Brien
Springfield Defeats Meriden in Hockey Match 9 to 3
Springfield wins at home over Meriden by 9 to 3 after a one sided start. Notable performances include F. Warner for Springfield and Mallory for Meriden. Connell and Bartlett star for Springfield. Referee Leahy.
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Springfield
Mass
Meriden
F. Warner
Mallory
Connell
Bartlett
Murphy
Leahy
New Britain Polo Beats Waterbury 8 to 3 in Cobblestone Clash
New Britain polo team defeated Waterbury 8 to 3 with Burgess excelling in goal and tough defense from the Riders. Rushes listed Russell and Roberts with six each, Burgess made 29 stops, while Doherty and Griffin drew fouls as timer Ryan logged the period.
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New Britain
Waterbury
Conn
Wrey
Jtough
Burgess
Russell
Roberts
Griffin
Swordsa
Doherty
Eteree
Lush
Ryan
Major Follett Dies After Pneumonia At Hill Avenue Home
Major Dexter Follett, captain of Battery A and a long prominent figure in the Ancients, died at his Hill Avenue residence last evening of pneumonia. He was about 69, formerly with the National Lancers, and a partner in the firm of Farrar Follett & Co. His funeral plans are not set, but a military character is expected.
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Dexter Follett
Battery A
The
Ancients
Hill Avenue
Major Follett
Parker's
Militia
National Lancers
Farrar, Follett & Co
Dealers In
Sleighing Good Improves Roads Draws Larger Crowd
Snow conditions improved on Boston streets with more sleighs seen yesterday. Superintendent Driscoll and crews pressed to smooth and pack main boulevards from Fenway to Forest Hills, boosting sleighing prospects this evening though the Speedway remains marginal for racing. Notables including George Norton, John Shepard, William O'Connell, Denny Kelliher, Hugh Morrison, Joe Lannon, and many others were out behind a variety of cutters and bays, enjoying the improved surface.
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Driscoll
Brookline
Tie
Brighton Boulevard
Albany House
Newtons
Fens
Forest Hills Station
Franklin Park
Park Commissioners
George Norton
Cambridge
John Shepard
William O’connell
Mr. Hamlin
West End
George Johnson
Hugh Brosnahan
South Boston
A. B. Currier
South End
P. J. Daly
Tom Sullivan
Jack Magee
Mast Boston
Wil Strachan
Charles Relyea
William Fielding
Menu
Doc. Pritchard
Alvin Swift
William Daly
Ward
Voices
Joe Lannon
Sddye McBride
Eddie M
Joe
WK. Clark
Charles W. Smith
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