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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1893

Page

2

Hart Campaign Echoes From 1890 Boston Election

The 1890 municipal race in Hart’s city features Democratic optimism for a Matthews victory and Charlestown opposition to Hart’s past stance on bridge facilities. Republicans in Ward 21 rally around Bowker while Ed Curtis’s backers hope Hart steps aside as Curtis eyes a mayoralty bid.

Nathan Matthews, Jr Wrewyer Thomas N. Hart Matthews Hart Charles E. Folsong, Jr William PB. Ordway Charlestown Henry L. Bowker Moody Merrill Horace G. Allen Edwin A.' Curtis

Political pointers and local council notes in Dorchester

Alderman John H. Lee resigns chair for the first time in months to answer labor charges, warmly praised by board members. Le Patriote, a new French paper, endorses Mayor Matthews. Nat Robinson aids Donovan in the Democratic city committee campaign and runs a small corps of assistants. E P Pond, the Democrats’ ward nominee for Common Council, holds a prominent position with citizen support. Republicans fear his challenge in a Dorchester stronghold. The Young Men’s Democratic Club dinner, December 18 at Quincy House, expects speakers including John E F Russell and James B Carroll, with Charles S Hamlin among others.

John H. Lee Donovan Democratic City Committee E. P. Pond Dorchester Young Men's Democratic Club Quincy House Charles Stratton Éf Forte John E F. Russell James B. Carroll George Fred Williams Corcoran Charles 8. Hamlin

Democratic rallies draw major Boston politicians this week

President James Donovan co leads a string of monster rallies across Monument Square Charlestown South Boston and nearby wards with speakers including Senators Fitzgerald Leary and Moore Aldermen Barry Dever and Hall and ex Representative Moore Also scheduled are addresses by Mayor Matthews and Councilman Marnell The events highlight a crowded municipal campaign with additional rallies planned in Dudley Street Opera House and Hust Best area as details finalize

James Donovan Democratic City Committee Wght Monument Sigll Charlestown Supelman Hall South Boston Mst Iwo John. F. Fitzgerald Ward J. Leary Michael B. Gilbride James E. Hayes Salem D.charien Lee and Dever Michael J. Moore Barry Common Council William H. Marnell Bor Éman Hall William J. Miller John F. Sullivan Matthews Fitzgerald Joe Moore John IF. Sullivan James J. Lannigay Peter H. Corcoran Thomas J. Gargan Dudley Street Fif Flaye Charles Hrniderman

Information Wanted.

Information sought on a case settled by Wisconsin company on Union Street. The notice hints at payment or action by Wisom Co. Readers with relevant facts urged to come forward.

Wisom Union Street

Gleason Tames Three Horses For $1000 Purse

Professor Gleason entered the ring in a dark coat and white trousers to subdue three horses in two hours for a $1000 purse. Bowstring the Vermont demon, Robert R. the Canadian Thunderbolt, and Gypsy Girl the Burlington Terror were tamed through a series of restraint, harnessing, and driving maneuvers amid crowd interference. Total time was 18 minutes 41 1/2 seconds, with Bowstring 18 3/4 minutes, Robert R. 54, Gypsy Girl 32. Judges were J. C. Warner, J. P. Silsby Jr., and H. E. Browner.

Gleason Vermont O Gleason Robert R Burlington Mercury J._C. Warner H. E. Browner Robert, Somerby George Millank

Moranites and Meehanites to Convene For Endorsement

Independent Ward and City Committee holds a convention tonight at Union Hall Boylston Street to unite Moranites and Meehanites. Leaders claim all city wards will send delegations and Hart is likely to be endorsed for mayor. Possible endorsements for alderman include P J Maguire John Drohan and Edward F Draper with Moran slated to speak for Hart.

Moranites Meehanites Union Hall Boylston Street Hart P. J. Maguire John Drohan Edwar F. Draper

Independent rallies back Maguire and Drohan in Roxbury Ward 19

Two large rallies drew enthusiastic crowds in Roxbury as ex-Alderman FP J Maguire and candidate John J Drohan addressed supporters. Michael J Coyle of Brighton denounced the Democratic machine while Maguire urged reforms to public works and Drohan pushed for one day off per week for firemen, with Joseph Carmody closing. A second Ward 22 gathering at Smith Street Schoolhouse, led by John B Duffy, echoed the sentiment with speakers from the Cabot Street bath house as both meetings ended in cheers for the candidates.

Roxbury J. Maguire John J. Drohan J. Thomas ‘Miuffrin Ward 19 Michael’ J. Coyle Brighton Fire Department Joseph Carmody South Boston Smith Street John B. Duffy Bath House Cabot Street Maguire Arid ‘Drohan

Union Leader Denies Hart Endorsement

President J McCarthy of Street Laborers’ Union No 6164 of the American Federation of Labor states Hart has not been endorsed by the union. He cites no recent meetings or actions by the union in the municipal campaign and expresses support for Mayor Must thewas’s re-election.

Hart J. McCarthy Street Laborers Thomas N. Hart McCarthy Ua Ht Lam Muatthewa

Garfield Club Dines in Pawtucket Event

Providence dispatch reports the Garfield Club annual reception in Pawtucket with Mayor-elect Henry Stepe in the chair. Guests included Corporal Tanner of Ington ex-Commissioner of Pensions Charles W. Anderson and state officials from Massachusetts and New York social circles.

Providence Garfield Club Pawtucket Henry S.tepke Evvening Corporal Tanner Ington Fensions Charles W. Anderson Mall and Express New York George A. Marden Treasurrer Massachusetts Addison B. Colvin Leet New Ae Fnetten FE. B. Green Bayer Biton Jan A Otter Ork Governor Town

The Letter Meant What People of Nonan Tum Worsted Do

A clipped item examines local opinion and duties for the Nonan tum Worsted community. It reflects on collective obligations and actions expected of residents in shared tasks and governance.

Nonantum Worsted Plant Workers Silent on Signatures

A Boston Post feature exposes a tense dispute at the Nonantum Worsted Company in Nonantum Massachusetts. An employee letter accuses management of forcing families including Armenians and Italians to sign loyalty papers as a condition of employment. Workers and former staff dispute Ballantyne’s actions while praising McCann and Hardie as skilled machinists. The article records questions at boarding houses and machine shops revealing deep unease among staff as signatures and alleged coerced signatures draw scrutiny.

Post Boston Nonantum Worsted Nonanim Nonantum Mass Ballantyne Nonantum-Worsted Nonantum Company Frank McCann Walter Hardie Sunday Post Office of the Post Hardie Myself Mr. Ballantyne

New England Gleanings From Providence and Nearby

In Providence New England Gleanings reports James F. Quinn of Pawtucket pleads not guilty to manslaughter for administering poison to a beer and posts bail of 2500 dollars. Other items note labor agitator James J. O’Flynn’s possible Ireland trip, a Nashua court case, a fatal fall in Bridgeport, and public notices from Middleboro and New Haven.

Common Pleas Division Supreme Court Providence R. I James F. Quinn Pawtucket James J. O'Flynn Newport New York Ireland Nashua Ny H Matthew Cunningham Lowell Keely Cure Bridgeport Eugene P. Lebaron H. B. Storer Boston William Litchfield Unity Church Middleboro Lodge K. of H Nemasket Tribe of Red.Men and Commercial Club Charles H. Babcock Grace Church Columbus West Griffiths Division 2 Cambridge Robertson New Haven Henry T. Blake Marett Philip Marett Basserman Cedar Hill Longmeadow East Longmeadow Universalist Church North Attleboro North Weymouth Dedham G. A. R. Hall Dedham Centre David Neal Edwin A. Brooks N. G. Baker, Jr John W. Chase Nathaniel Morse Francis Marsh Andrew J. Norris Alfred Bewina Augustus B. Endicott Thomas J. Baker Charles Russell J. Everett Smith Raymond Dr. J. W. Chase Edwin Ramsdell John B. Fisher John Dean Aaron W. Baker Horatio G.turner Esterday Fire Republi George M. Ington James W. Sho

Employee contracts reveal harsh conditions at Nonantum Worsted

The article exposes wage scales from 80 cents to $2 daily and ages 10 to 14 allowed under strict rules. Reading is restricted, and workers sign liability clauses absolving the employer for injuries. It notes the difficulty of proving company fault in accidents despite liability law.

Nonantum Worsted

Salem Bank Defalcation Highlights Big Deficit

Salem December report says Clarence Murphy, late Salem Savings Bank teller, absconded with an estimated deficit not exceeding 20000 dollars. Trustees note bank can cover the loss from undivided profits and surplus without harming future dividends. Discovery of customer deposit slips, poker chips, and a whiskey flask suggests irregularities may extend two years.

Salem Clarence Murphy Salem Savings Bank Savings Banks Murphy

Danbury Hatters Lockout Bites With Union Label Plan

Danbury Connecticut reports the second week of the lockout with no change in the situation. The hatters executive committee discussed the union label and plans to pressure dealers nationwide to buy only union made hats. General Master Workman James R. Sovereign and three general executive board members are in New York to be interviewed by Hatters District Assembly 128 about a union label.

Danbury Conn The Hatters James R. Sovereign Knights of Labor General Executive Board New York Hatters’ District Assembly

NW Second Class Senator Demands Senate Oath in Capitol

A 60-year-old man named Samuel Ames from Vermont appeared in the Capitol and demanded to be sworn in as a second class Senator. He questioned Morrill and Vice President Stevenson about his oath and claimed to be deputized by Vermont citizens. He spoke on politics calmly but remained firm in his belief, and he was placed under arrest.

Washington Capitol Samuel Ames Vermont Morrill Stevenson Senate

Two men held on charge in fatal assault case

Lowell December 4. Matthew R Cunningham and Joseph B Radcliffe were held in $10,000 bail this afternoon for the fatal assault on John O Connor last Sunday. Both have been identified by eye witnesses. Peter Crowley, who was under arrest, has been discharged.

Lowell Matthew R. Cunningham Joseph Radcliffe John ‘O’connor Peter Crowley

Pensioners Line Up For Quarterly Federal Payments

Two thousand pensioners formed at the Federal building for their quarterly payments with a line across the building. Pensioners were paid first, with 3 percent presenting before noon. The current agent may retire soon, with Henry B. Lovering named as the only known candidate. The job pays about $8,000,000 annually to 57,000 New England pensioners, making it a significant post.

Federal Osborne Washington Henry B. Lovering United States New England

Toy Dolls and Books for Children Christmas Sale

One of the largest toy bankruptcies in America featured B F Larrabee Co liquidating a vast stock of Christmas goods. New holiday items never before seen will be sold at forty to fifty cents on the dollar, including dolls, toys, china, cups and saucers, and children's books, with prices so low the firm could almost give them away.

America New York Wiliam H. Zinn Washington Street Temple Place West Street

Free medical services offered by Dr Dewey at Hotel Pelham

To sufferers from catarrh bronchitis lung troubles dyspepsia rheumatism diseases of the kidneys skin and blood Dr Dewey at Hotel Pelham 74 Boyleton Street will render his services free for two weeks Offices open till 8 p m except Sunday 10 to 4 p m Elevator or one flight

Dewey Hotel Pelham Boyleton Street

Will Ratshesky to wed after bachelor years end 94

The Hon. A Ratshesky secretary of the Republican State committee is rumored to marry Miss Edith Shuman of a wealthy Hebrew family. Family members confirm a courtship and say the engagement is decided with a ceremony planned for early next year and public receptions on Dec 10 17 and 24 at the Shuman home. Ratshesky, about 30, has long been thought a bachelor.

Ratshesky Republican State Committee Columbus Avenue Edith Shuman Samuel Shuman A. Shuman & Co Shuman Miss Shuman Senator Ratshesky

Boston City Clerk's Election List December 1803

City Clerk J M Galvin certifies the dominations for the city election to be held December 12, 1803. Names for Mayor Aldermen School Committee and Common Council are listed with party designations Prohibition Democratic Republican and Independent Women Voters. Voters are assigned by ward and street addresses with multiple candidates per position.

J. M. Galvin Edward I. Aldrich Garguet Street Ehese David F. Barry Chauncy “Place John ‘Drohau Vernon Euverste Epourth Nom Thomas W. Flood Cin Nai i Derne Bij Hail Appieton Cheey Demo- Mh Seo McEepetalianes Hwaggan Vilaceton Street Committee One Hundred Independent Women Voters Republi Street Charles B. Gon Jr Romsey Street Borden Hall Pleasant Street Charles W. Hailstram Dartmouth Street Walter L. Hueyes Be Savin Hu Avenne William F. McClellan Saratoga Street Oie Olaus Olson Jeffries Street Edward W. Presho Chestnut Street Alpheus Sanforn Shawmut Avenue Ieee Charles T. Witt White’ Street Ienry C. Bispham W. Broadway Samuel H. Calderwood Washington Street Walter Gilman Page Weatland Avenue Alfred Blanchard Dalton Street Esther F. Boland E. Broadway Archibald T. Davison Edward H. Dunn Hamilton Emily A. Fifield Ashland Street Independent Women James A. McDonald Main Street Timothy F. McDonough Woodbine Street Stephen A. Wetmore West Chester Park Samuel H. Wise Kant Broadway One

Ward by Ward Political Notices for Common Council

Dense candidate list with names and addresses across wards 6 to 24. Highlights include Owen F. Keating Republican for Ward 6 and John J. Boyle Democrat for Ward 8, with numerous Democratic and Republican contenders such as George S. Coleman Ward 7 and Frank H. Briggs Ward 11. The notice enumerates residents, parties, and street addresses in a ballot guide format.

Common Council George R. W. Battie Gladstone Street James A. Cornea Lexington Street Frederick i Wayte Saratoga Street John W Frederick Bailey Sprague Street Michael W. Collins Tufts Street Harles H. Lane Fin John M. O'Hara John H. Spear Bunker Hill Street Peter F. Tague Corey Street Martin F. Connorton Belmont Street Gepesaechagid Timoth Demoran Lincoln Street Owen F. Keating Eastern Avenue Jeremiah E. ‘Mahoney Commer Cial Street Cee Ceeseeseweee Mazur Hanover Street O'Brien Commerceial Street Michael O'Donnell Frank H. Briggs Blagden Street Charles H. Hall Buckingham Street Joshua Kk. Holden Gloucester Street George B. Moore Chandler Street Samuel C. Thayer Park Square

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