Democracy Rallies Fuel Boston Voter Momentum
Two large Democratic gatherings in Charlestown and South Boston highlighted support for Nathan Matthews Jr and the party slate. In Monument Hall crowds praised reforms, eyed city government integrity, and urged broad turnout to back the Democratic ticket and impeach the Hart administration.
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Charlestown
Boston
Nathan Matthews, Jr
Democracy
Monument Hall
Bunker Hill
Nathan Matthews
William H. Marnell
Ward 4
Fred H. Temple
Ward 3
Temple
John H. Lee
Matthews Campaign Gains by Endorsements from City Leaders
Mayor Matthews opens his bid with wide backing from bankers merchants and organized labor leaders across Boston. Ex Alderman Doherty of Charlestown and Alderman Flood of South Boston join figures like Lee Donahoe and Woodbury praising Matthews for reform and effective city governance.
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Matthews
The
Post
Philip J. Doherty
Charlestown
Citizens’ Convention
Major Hart
Flood
South
Boston
Alderman Lee
Patrick Donahoe
Stranahan
Tremont House
Hayes
Richard Sullivan
Fea tures from the Jason wreck vivid storm imagery
The partial list promises word pictures of the wreck, the strewn beach near Highland Light, and sketches by Norman, the Post's leading artist. It depicts the life shying crew, the wreckers and the wreckage, and the wild chaos of the storm.
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Highland Light
Norman
Post
Portfolios Ready for Distribution and Delayed No 4
Portfolios Nos 1 2 and 3 are available at the Post office today or by mail. Portfolio 4 will not be delivered before Monday due to overwhelming orders from the Post. The first instalment of No 4 left St Louis today, with more shipments expected within a few days.
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the Post
St. Louis
Post
Enthusiasm in South Boston Rally Draws Large Crowd
Chairman Lee spoke in Charlestown then addressed a South Boston rally at Spelman Hall. The hall was full with every seat taken and patrolmen cleared a path for speakers moving between gatherings. Chairman John Teevans of Ward 13 opened the meeting.
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Charlestown
Lee
South Boston
Spelman Hall
Ind
John Teevans
Ward 13
Democrats Rally Behind Mayor Matthews in South Boston Meeting
Alderman John J. Maguire presided as speakers urged ratification of the Democratic ticket. Mayor Matthews praised for city improvements and fiscal policy defended against Republican charges. Ex-Representative M. J. Moore received enthusiastic ovation as supporters forecast a large victory and reforms ahead. Barry Gil bride and others followed with cheers for Matthews and seven Democratic aldermen candidates.
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Lee
Chairman Lee
Matthews
Hart
John F. Fitzgerald
Hayes
Gilbride
Charles
Barry
Common Council
Bordman Hall
Quincy A. Lothrop
John J. Maguire
M. J. Moore
South Boston
Fitzgerald
Dever
John F. Sullivan
Mathews
Jamaica Plain
Papineau Hall
Political pointers on Major J. J. Maguire for alderman ticket
Comrades from An tietam Command No. 13 Union Veterans Union and Post 7 G A R back Major J J Maguire as the only war veteran on the alderman ticket. They talk of unity across parties and seek at least one comrade on the board and in the Common Council.
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J. J. Maguire
Antietam Command No. 13
Union Veterans Union
Post 7
State People's Party central committee meets in Quincy House
The annual meeting of the State central committee of the People's party drew large attendance. Henry R. Tegate of Boston was re-elected chair man, J. Ransom Bridge of Boston secretary, and Thomas A. Watson of Brain tree treasurer. Delegates reported steady ground gains and a vigorous winter campaign was decided. Legate and Bridge will visit Washington next week for talks with Western Populists and to present a petition with over one hundred thousand names to Congress for government ownership of telegraph and telephone.
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State Central Committee
The
People’s Party
Quincy House
Henry R. Tegate
Boston
J. Ransom Bridge
Thomas A. Watson
Braintree
Legate
Mr. Bridge
Washington
Congress
Citizens Back Nonpartisan Cambridge city government
Nearly 200 residents gathered at the Cambridge Citizens Trade Association Hall to support a nonpartisan city government. Ex Mayor Frank A. Allen presided as speakers from both parties urged voters to reject partisan ticketing and resist Baker’s nomination.
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Cambridge
Boston leaders seek plan to aid unemployed of 1893
Mayor Matthews invites notable Boston figures including Roger Walcott and Henry Higginson to discuss a relief plan. Eight citizens surveyed offer no concrete ideas but agree aid is needed and must target the worthy. They urge careful applicant screening to avoid encouraging idleness and mischief.
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Sir William Herschel
Boston
Mayor Matthews
Roger Walcott
A. EF. Pillsbury
Robert Treat Paine
George S. Hale
Henry L. Pierce
J. Montgomery Sears
Patrick Donahoe
Robert H. Gardiner
William Endicott, Jr
Martin Brimmer
Charles H. Dalton
George A. Goddard
Samuel B. Capen
Jonathan A. Lane
Thomas F. Ring
A. Shuman
Thomas J. Gargan
Charles P. Putnam
Alfred Bowditch
John G. Blake
Henry L. Higginson
Post
Board of Relief
Red Sea
Ex Senator Taylor Urges Boston Mayor Matthews Re-election
Ex Senator William Taylor advocates re-election for Mayor Matthews praising his administration's gains within tax limits. He points to improvements in streets parks sewers lights cheaper gas and municipal services and says transit problems remain for Matthews to solve with continued leadership.
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William Taylor
Matthews
Hart
Boston
Letter Endorses Matthews in Boston Mayoral Campaign
Mr Philip J Doherty of Charlestown endorses Mayor Matthews in the Boston mayoral race. He argues the city benefits from nonpartisan municipal government and criticizes partisan Republican campaigning while praising Matthews for honesty and strong leadership compared to Mayor Hart.
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Philip J. Doherty
Charlestown
Boston
Matthews
Hart
Praise for Mayor Matthews Administration Highlighted
The speaker lauds Mayor Matthews, citing cleaner streets and parks, plus a successful gas policy that cut city gas prices from $1.70 to $1, praising tax savings for residents.
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Matthews
Editor Donohoe backs re election of Mayor Matthews
Patrick Donohoe, editor of the Pilot, urges re electing Mayor Matthews praising honesty and integrity. He denounces bigotry and stresses unity of Boston voters with a call to rally the Democracy to support the incumbent. Woodbury also endorses Matthews noting gas price relief and hoping taxes stay low.
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Patrick Donohoe
Patrick Donahoe
The
Pilot
Democratic Party
Matthews
Waterloo
Boston
Ex-Alderman Endorses Mayor Matthews for Re Election
Ex-Alderman John H. Sullivan praises Mayor Matthews as the safest and ablest leader for Boston. He cites reforms, bond sales totaling over 2 million dollars for winter work, and strong support for municipal employees. He argues national factors drive low business but Boston workers are better kept employed under Matthews.
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John H. Sullivan
Boston
Matthews
Hart
Ex Senator Kennedy backs Mayor Matthews for re election
Ex Senator Kennedy praised Mayor Matthews saying there is no doubt of a substantial majority for re election. He cited improvements and support from business leaders and taxpayers and expressed confidence in voters.
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Kennedy
Matthews
Cronin Endorses Mayor Matthews in South Boston
Dennis M. Cronin of South Boston endorses Nathan Matthews Jr. for re election. He praises Matthews as an executive trusted by laborers property holders and taxpayers for economic city management and keeping city workers employed despite private shortages.
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Dennis M. Cronin
South
Boston
Matthews
Nathan’ Matthews, Jr
Roxbury Colonel Endorses Mayor in Boston Election
Colonel P. T. Hanley of Roxbury praises the present Mayor, saying he votes in Boston for 35 years and will help elect him. He lauds the mayor’s financial policy and labor support, endorsing the mayor as best friend of labor and a strong leader for business interests.
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P.T. Hanley
Roxbury
Boston
Matthews
Labor
Perfect accommodations for horses and cars offered
An unusual classified note advertises box stalls and covered exercise space for bad weather in DC. It mentions injured individuals and a contact in Boston with a veterinary angle, listing Edward Beckett and Haniel D Lek as possible contacts and 649 Alpan fis as an address.
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Alpan
Boston
Edward
Beckett
Haniel D
Lek
High Art Souvenirs From Government Archives Exhibit
The Post distributes art portfolios from the U S government collection secured for preservation in Washington archives. Congress appropriated 30000 dollars for this purpose and the paper holds exclusive distribution rights. Readers flock to the portfolios praised for education and value.
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Post
United States
Washington
Congress
Legion
Wreck of Jason Yields Seven Victims Bodies Recovered
The Jason wreck off Highland Light has yielded seven more bodies, including one identified as L. P. Carse of Portland Oregon. Distinguishing features are listed for several sailors, with numbers and clues such as inked initials and clothing states. Dr J. S. Birge, medical examiner, attends the remains.
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Highland Light
Jason
Pamet River Station
Rich
Evans
L. P. Carse
Portland
Ore
India
M. E
J. R
Free medical treatment offer at Hotel Pelham
All diseases treated free for two weeks by Dr. Dewey at Hotel Pelham 74 Boylston Street. Sufferers from catarrh bronchitis lung troubles dyspepsia rheumatism kidney skin and blood are invited. Offices open till 8 p m except Sunday 10 to 4 p m Elevator or one flight.
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Dewey
Hotel Pelham
Boylston Street
Boston Fire Captain Marden Dies After Thirty Years Service
The oldest Boston fire captain in continuous service Daniel T. Marden died peacefully in his sleep after a week of illness. He joined in 1852 at age 19 and served at Station 7 then Station 13 for twenty six years. He survived major fires including 1872 and Thanksgiving blaze. He leaves two sons Walter and Ralph. Funeral Saturday at 1 pm Cedar Grove cemetery interment follows.
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Boston
Daniel T. Marden
Station 13
Fire
Ment
Marden
McIntosh, Green & Horton, Dry Goods Merchants
Mr. Marden
Station 7
Veterans’ Association
Barnicoats
Walter
Ralph
Cedar Grove Cemetery
Meyer Poisoner Case Jury Completed Opening Speech Given
The jury in the Henry I. C. Meyer case against Ludwig Brandt alias Gustave Baum was completed today. Mr. McIntyre delivered the prosecution’s opening speech and testimony is set to begin tomorrow morning.
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New York
Henry I. C. Meyer
Ludwig Brandt
Gustave Baum
McIntyre
Congressmen Share Views On Current Political Situation
Democratic congressmen Mesars Wilson Springer and Amos J. Cummings offer critique and guidance. They present pointed criticism and prudent suggestions deemed worthy of attention in the ongoing political climate.
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Mesars, Wilson, Springer
Amos J. Cummings
The Autocrat A Chat With The Venerable Author
A conversation with the renowned writer in his den explores his view of current literature and recalls memories of past generation authors. The feature blends opinion with reminiscence, highlighting the author’s literary philosophy and era reflections.
Boston's Ex-Mayors Then and Now
A nostalgic survey of former Boston mayors and their current pursuits. The article chats with several ex officeholders about their present work and personal pleasures, recalling their days in the city's highest post and reflecting on how public service shaped their lives.
With the naval brigade commander Soley trains boys in tactics
Commander Soley leads a naval brigade drill as white-clad recruits learn military warfare tactics and seamanship, practicing formations, signaling, and shipboard drill to build readiness.
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Soley
Vanderbilt's Ways Cling to Puritan Customs
A composite letter by New York writers profiles one of America's wealthiest men and his adherence to ancestral Puritan customs alongside his modern prominence.
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America
New York
Marlboro Street Houses Noted Figures
The fourth in the Post’s series highlights Marlboro Street as a modern street housing renowned individuals including Judge Robert Grant and baseball magnate J. B. Billings, along with several others.
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Post
Robert Grant
J. B. Billings
Wealthiest Girls in America: Rockefeller’s Daughters
We glimpse the daily life of John D. Rockefeller’s daughters with a focus on the eldest’s romance. A suitor’s rejection intersects with a church change that shifts family and social circles.
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America
John D.rockefeller
Features and cartoons brighten this week’s pages
A sharp letter by Bob attacks the aimless young man of today. A challenging puzzle defies solution. Queer fashions and this year in dolls appear, along with a remarkable pattern offer by the Post. Illustrations by the Comic Sketch Club spice the issue, scattered to bring laughs on nearly every page.
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Bob
The
Post
Comic Sketch Club
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