Cleveland Opposes Imperial Expansion in Strong Conservatism Note
The text argues Grover Cleveland rejects annexation and imperialism from Hawaii to the Philippines. It frames anti annexation sentiment as a broad, nonpartisan national strength including labor and conservatives, and notes police department corruption disclosures in Boston as part of a related critique.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Cleveland
United States
Hawaii
Philippines
Cleveland
Boutwell
Iloar
John Sherman
Republican
Board of Apportionment pivots on at large members' trust
The editorial lauds Lau rence Minot and John H. Sullivan for accepting board seats. It stresses the two at large members bear the people’s direct responsibility, while mayor and ex officio officers hold lesser sway. It endorses Democratic nominations as fitting and broadly supported by public confidence. It urges Democrats to help swell the majority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurence Minot
John H. Sullivan
Board of Estimate
Board of Aldermen
Common Council
Era of Ol Archies Oppose Hawaii Governing Scheme
The article condemns a Hawaiian proposed government as an oligarchy within a republic. It argues race and wealth qualifications restrict citizenship and voting, and a U S president appointed Governor would hold absolute power, warning such moves threaten American constitutional principles and hint at future implications for Puerto Rico and the Philippines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawaii
Porto Rico
Philippines
United States
Dole
Portou Rico
Purge the Police Department Hearing Sparks Public Outcry
The Knowlton case hearing before the Boston Board of Police reveals systemic flaws and flaws in secrecy. Commissioners faced criticism for shrouding proceedings and failing to permit public knowledge of the evidence. Public morality and trust in police management seemed at stake as the press secret trial drew harsh judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexow
Police Department
Boston
Knowlton
Board of Police
Star Chamber
Chefyawa
Publc
Iowa
Spee
Haverhill mayor race sparks socialist debate and civic hopes
The piece argues for welcoming Mayor-elect Chase, a self described socialist, and contemplates the impact of Social Democracy on Haverhill's governance. It praises his intelligence, notes the City Council support, and envisions potential demonstrations of value in municipal policy. It also lightly comments on local figures and events, including a playful street parade and a Boston anti tobacco league led by a ten year old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John CC
Chase
Haverhill
Republican Party
Floverhill
Observant Citizen Reflects on Peace Treaty and Local News
The piece muses on displaying national colors for the Spain peace treaty while noting New England climate limits. It reports local events including a mayoral stance on public baths, noise about hand organ tuning, a skating accident victim, a rich son in Ansonia wedding gifts, and upcoming talks on reciprocity with Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
New England
Kipling Poem Allegedly Translated From Indian Muslim Text
The Times prints a poem by Rudyard Kipling titled Kitchener's School claiming to translate a song of an Indian Mohammedan to the Hubushees of Soudanese. It mocks English power and urges the hubshee to learn, warn of English pride, and question their magic and fortunes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
the Times
Rudyard Kipling
Soudanese
Reminiscences and Judicial Names in 19th Century Notes
A London Spectator correspondent cites Gunning on extreme necessity and a tutor Cardinal Thorp, with an account of Lowther Yates. The Buffalo Courier profiles Warren B. Hooker as a judge material and a former congressman. In Italy, eight Acaja princes are moved to rest at San Maurizio with Duke of Aosta present. Sherman Hoar writes his own epitaph lamenting sorrow and strength given.
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London Spectator
Gunning
Cambridge
Cardinal Thorp
Lowther Yates
Catharine Halli
Vol. I
Buffalo Courier
Warren B. Hooker
Black
Supreme Court
Hooker
Justice Hooker
Cittaraugus County
Chautauqua County
Congress
Pinerolo
Italy
Duke of
Aosta
Acaja
Humbert
San Francesco
San Maurizio
Sherman Hoar
Jumble of quips and quibbles from old newspapers
A collage of humorous snippets from 19th and early 20th century papers. Includes remarks on prices, editors, golf plans, medical terms, military balls, milk safety, bedtime phrases, and an optimistic view from a father about polygamy laws.
Family Secret Sparks Unexpected Union and Reconciliation
In a Dorchester home, Frank Thornly defies his disapproving mother by marrying Mary Rowe, a plan to comfort his ailing mother. Mary wins the mother’s heart through daily readings and companionship, and the couple's ruse leads to forgiveness when the truth about their romance comes to light. Alice Woodbury’s marriage to a banker adds ironic contrast to the family saga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Thornly
Alice Woodbury
Masry Hudson
Frank
Mary
Spain
Cuba
Mery
Bowed bonnet design in velvet with pink satin bow
A description highlights a black velvet bonnet with a full soft brim, jabot-style at the sides, pink silk lining, and an oversized pink satin bow plus a pink plume at the front. The piece is labeled as the latest style.
Jewish Races Letter to Boston Voters
A representative of the Jewish race writes to the Boston Post editor disputing a December article. The letter clarifies that the writer did not pledge support for Alderman candidate William Berwin but urges both major parties to include Jewish representation in city government.
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Post
Boston
William Berwin
William Rosnosky
Dee
Father Cuddihy Dead and Cure Claims Highlighted
A testimonial from R Miller of Robertsdale Pa credits Cuticura Cure products for curing a 20 year Salt Rheum hand condition. He describes severe blistering cracking and nail damage that improved after using CUTICURA REMEDIES. The notice promotes free mailed information from Porter Dawn Crem Corp Sole Propr. in Boston.
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Philadelphia
R. Miller
Robertsdale
Porter Dave Awn
Oldest Catholic Priest Patrick Cruddihy Dies at Milford
The Rev. Patrick Cruddihy pastor of St Mary’s Milford died aged ninety at Milford Mass. He had led eleven parishes from Clinton to Upton and built Milford’s granite church and parochial school. Born in Ireland he studied in Rome and came to America in 1852 guiding church expansion across western Massachusetts.
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St. Mary's Church
Milford
United States
Ireland
Patrick Cruddihy
St. Mary's Church of
America
Father Canavan
Father Purcell
Canavan
St. Mary’s
Clonmel
Tipperary
Coleges
Rome
Cardinal Zula
Gregory XVI
Rome Was Completed At the College of St. Isadore
College Sapienza
Roman University
Waterford
Daniel O'Connell
Massachusetts
Pittsfield
Berkshire Hills
Great Barrington
North Adams
North Lee
Ife
Father Farrelly
Clinton and
Marlboro
Rhode Island
Worcester
Boston
Grafton
Bridge
Westboro
Medway
Hopkinton
Houston
Ashland
Upton
Vale of Glen-da-lough
Crispins
Beaven
Springfield
McKenney & Waterbury Offer Wholesale Temps and Globes
Wiessrs. McKenney & Waterbury announce their entire line of fine temps globes chafing dishes and fireplace goods available at retail and wholesale prices through January 1st as holiday gift options.
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Wiessrs. McKenney & Waterbury
Franklin St
Catholic Church Patriarch to Lead Impressive New England Funeral
The article notes the patriarchal figurehead of the Catholic church planning a landmark funeral in New England. It profiles relatives like Ellen O'Neil of Boston and John O'Neil, and recounts Father Cuddihy’s stance on Irish politics and his friendship with Ambassador Draper to Italy. It mentions his views on Anglo American ties and his Atlantic travels.
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New England
Ellen O'Neil
Boston
John O'Neil
Parnell
Father Cuddihy
Trish
Draper
Italy
America
Cuddihy
Atlantic
Ireland
Narrow thirty-foot street plan for Atlantic avenue extension debated
The adjourned Board of Street Commissioners hearing in South Boston discussed an Atlantic avenue extension over Terminal Company tracks to Dorchester Avenue. Colonel Benton proposed a 40 foot wide street with cost around 300000, opposed by citizens and Commissioner Innis who favored at least a 60 foot width. The hearing closed with permission for others to submit plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Street Commissioners
Atlantic Avenue
Cove Street
The
Terminal Company
Point Channel
Dorchester Avenue
West First Street
Boston
Benton
Old Colony Company
Innis
H. F E. Bolles
South
Bolles
Lydia Tenney Celebrates 105th Birthday in Concord
Mrs Lydia Tenney of Concord NH today marked her 105th birthday at her son Daniel C Tenney's home. Born December 8 1786 in Bradford Vermont she joined the Congregational Church in 1813 and married in 1815. She remains keen minded and healthy for her age.
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Concord
N.hs
Lydia, Tenney
Daniel C. Tenney
Bradford
Congregational Church
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Charles K. Darling
Charles W Derling
Seger Bor
Bean Brummer
Bryan
Jacob Caplan
Phillips School Anti-Tobacco League of
Theo
Irbebt
Baltimore Sun
Quincy
Monumental
North Mind Park
Joseph Nicholson
Lynn
Franklin Farrell
Ansonia
Conn
Sam Troads, Jr
Marblehead
Mr. Roads
New England Free Trade League
Osborne Howes, Jr
Samuel J. Elder
Edaward Atkinson
Canada
whd@atres
Hungary
Woman's Health Protectiv Association
Monument
Rostoy Skating Club
Myopia
Memorial Mall
Ely
Hk Chavies
Wigley
Uponine
Kipling
Detroit Journal
Fliegende Blatter
Harper's Bazar
Puck
Lin
Yonkers
Ethel
Mitch Morgan
the Jewelers’ Weekly
Little Bhner
Wien
Csusho
Drs
Elizabeth van Tassel
Harvard Street
Dorchester, Mass
Fasthons
Darce Hotthes
Selis
St. James Itall
Kneeland Street
W. A. J. Crowley
Bly
Kentucky
Sterne Bros
Wholesal Park Sauers
Patrick Cuddily
S. R. Miller
Robertsdale, Pa
Tereminal Company
Gove Street
Union Station
N. Y
Sunday Post
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