Argentina Passes Law Tax on Celibacy in Parliament
A New York report says Argentina's Parliament passed a law taxing celibacy for unmarried men aged 30 to 80, with penalties and exemptions for priests and certain prior engagements. The piece notes aims to boost state revenue and population growth, citing parallels with a Parisian bachelor tax and Brazil.
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New York
England
Argentina
Iin
France
M. Nace
Republic
Atlantic
Countess Jaroske Dies After Failed Big Claim
Brooklyn reports death of Josephine Coun tess Jaroske who killed herself after years of pursuing a claimed inheritance. Found in her Smith Street room with a loaded pistol, laudanum, and two glasses, the emaciated widow had sought 2 000 000 from the United States tied to Count Pulaski.
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Brooklyn
Josephine
Jaroske
Smith Street
Pulaski
United States
Washington
Jeannette Schellins
Man Holds Up Funeral With Revolver Over Love Interest
In Paterson New Jersey Marinus Verduin a motorman tried to force out William D Thompson at his father William Verduin’s funeral after discovering Thompson and Miss Verduin were involved. Marinus brandished a revolver threatened Thompson and was disarmed by his brother Edward before the procession passed. Thompson remained in the hearse and later left without wage payment.
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Paterson
N. J
Marinus Verduin
William D. Thompson
William Verduin
Thompson
Ate Verduin
Sin
Marinus
Miss Verduin
Lincoln Bridge
Verduin
Edward
Edward Verduin
Rele
Electric Railway Company
Aeainat Vo
Pretty home wedding at 14 Oneida street
A home wedding last evening at the Hackel residence 14 Oneida street joined Miss Annie Claser niece of J and Mrs Hackel and Charles Kurz in contracting rites officiated by Rabbi Seneianert The bridesmaid was Miss Etta Mosien and the best man Barnett Cline Maids of honor were Miss Annie Mosien Dora Mosien and Miss Bessie Mosien
Crescent Beach Residents Rally Against Park Work
Crescent Beach looks desolate as residents blame the Park Commission and Selectmen for delays in building a new marine park. Soft mud traps pedestrians on Ocean, Shirley, and Beach streets. a narrow temporary bridge and railway cutting cripple traffic and-shop trade. Local bakers and fishmen closed stores, injuries and hazards are reported while petitions seek road fixes and a wider bridge before completion.
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Crescent Beach
Park Commission
Marine Park
Ocean Avenue
Shirley Avenue
Beach Street
Shirley Street
Board of Trade
Chelsea
J. A. C. Ludemann
John D. Cobb
Augustus Airola
Cork Meeting Protests Irish Taxation by British Government
A Cork gathering denounced high Irish taxation under Britain and urged reform aligned with English grievances. Lord Castletown urged Parliament to address the Irish tax burden and recalled Boston in 1773 as a model of protest, eliciting audience cheers.
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Cork
Ireland
England
Scotland
Wales
Lord Castletown
Upper Ossory
Boston
Missouri Kansas Texas Trust declares total 6 1 2 percent dividend
Boston man Ghosen Kansas City reports the Missouri Kansas Texas Trust Company annual meeting declared a quarterly 1 1 2 percent dividend with an extra 1 2 percent recently, totaling 6 1 2 percent for the year. F A Gilbert of Boston joins the directory alongside Charles O Baird. E J Carvey, Dayton car builder, added to the directory.
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Kansas City
Missouri, Kansas & Texas Trust Company
F. A. Gilbert
Boston
Charles O. Baird
E. J. Carvey
Millonnaire Car Builder
Dayton
Ohio
Newtonville Universalist Church installs new pastor
The Rev. Charles Sumner Nickerson was formally installed as pastor of the Newtonville Universalist Church. The service included an invocation by Rev. Jeremy H. Farnsworth, scripture by Rev. John Worcester, installation prayer by Rev. Charles R. Tenny, and a sermon by Rev. Stephen Roblin. The charge to the pastor was given by Rev. George H. Emerson, with greetings by Rev. J. M. Dutton and a fraternal word and parish address by Rev. Charles W. Biddle.
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J. M. Dutton
Charles W. Biddle
Assault at Leverett Street party ends with arrests
Frank M. Osborne and Catherine Daley were part of a convivial gathering at 12 Leverett Street. A dispute led to Daley being cut and bruised, Osborne jailed on assault and battery charges, with Daley treated at General Hospital and kept as a witness at the Jey Street station.
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Frank M. Osborne
Leverett Street
Catherine Daley
Osborne
Daley
Jey Street
McKinley Reviews Cabinet Prospects as Visitors Arrive
Major McKinley rests after a busy week and dines with his mother. Prominent visitors including Mr. Hanna may join the Cabinet talks, with New York names debated for possible slots. Canton conversations hint at pension and tariff roles as he plans for a fair durable policy.
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Major McKinley
Hanna
J. S. Fassett
New York
New York State
Canton
William M. Hahn
Ohio
Water Heater Explosion Damages Bridgeport Fire House
A water heater exploded in the cellar of Bridgeport Fire House No. 6 on Norman Street at noon. The blast tore the floor under the hose carriage, shattered doors and windows, and knocked the horses down. Twelve firemen were present. two were injured by flying debris. The engine house caught fire but was extinguished by the crew. Windows broke for two blocks. officials investigate loss estimates.
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Bridgeport
Conn
Norman Street
George Rutherford
Tillerman Hotchkiss
Ramsdell and Baker Vie for Lynn Mayor in Heated Campaign
In Lynn on December 13, the mayoral race pits Walter L. Ramsdell a journalist backed by multiple parties against Charles H. Baker a longtime Republican. Labor groups back Ramsdell while Baker risks labor and license issues amid city contracts and police leadership considerations.
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Lynn
Walter L. Ramsdell
Charles H. Baker
Ramsdell
Democratic
Citizens’ Reform
Baker
Chicago
Asa T. Newhall
International Typographical Union
Spence
Lynn Gas & Electric Company
Colonel Frye
Marshal Wells
A. J. Hoitt
Bessom
Newhall
Close Vote in Cambridge
Cambridge holds its city election tomorrow with Alvin F. Sortwell leading. George A. Perkins runs on no license and street improvement issues, while labor and city workers back Perkins. Predicts range from 4590 to about 5000 votes with eleven aldermen to be chosen.
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Cambridge
Alvin F. Sortwell
Library Hall
Temple Hall
George A. Perkins
Citizens
Massachusetts Highway Commission
League of American Wheelmen
Sortwell
Perkins
Apne
Bancroft
Boston Police Board Faces Shake Up and Allen Case
The piece outlines calls for a license commission to take liquor control from the Police Board, with a three member panel governing districts and officials held to state oversight. It notes past retirements and potential changes to police control, while detailing Councillor-elect Isaac B. Allen’s eligibility issues and possible legislative action on his seat.
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South End
General Martin
Boston
State House
William McKinley Osborne
William H. Lee
Augustus P. Martin
Robert F. Clark
Osborne
Charles P. Curtis
Albert T. Whiting
Allen
Isaac B. Allen
Republican Party
Police Commission
Committee On
Board of Police
Martin
Pope Approves Quigley as Buffalo Bishop Choice
Rome December 13 The Pope approves the selection of the Rev James Quigley D D to be bishop of Buffalo. The report confirms Quigley’s appointment and outlines the Vatican approval for the church post.
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Pope
Quigley
Rome
Aparo
James Quigley
Buffalo
Seminole Chief Billy Bowlegs and the Iron Horse Tale
An Oral reminiscence from early South railroading recalls Billy Bowlegs visiting Washington to test government motives. The Seminole leader doubted steam travel, preferring horses, and ridiculed locomotives after his trip. The tale links Florida history, Indian removal, and nascent railroads.
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Florida
Billy Bowlegs
Billy
Washington
New Orleans Times- Democrat
Senator Gallivan’s Plan Probed by Local Senator Elect
Senator-elect James A. Gallivan, former lower house member, was seen at his home last evening regarding the proposed new board. He had earlier taken the first steps toward that change.
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James A. Gallivan
Gallivan
Ward 9 Democrats Rally for Full Ticket Support
A large Ward 9 meeting at Engineers Hall 1031 Washington St. urged unity and turnout for the entire Democratic ticket. Speakers included Richard J. Hayes Timothy J. Farrell John J. Gartland Jr Dr John J. Madden James Keenan and James P. Gorman. The group was named a rallying committee to work at the polls for the ticket.
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Ward 9
Engineers’ Hall
Washington Street
John A. Kelcher
Richard J. Hayes
Timothy J. Farrell
John J. Gartland, Jr
John J. Madden
James Keenan
James P. Gorman
Richard A. Hayes
McCarthy Seen Strongest Candidate in Ward 17 Council Fight
With eleven candidates, Ward 17 races are tight. Timothy E. McCarthy’s supporters insist he will be re elected, citing his clean council record and influence on debates. He is favored to win and their aim is the council presidency.
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Timothy E. McCarthy
McCarthy
Charles V Dasey Seeks One Year On School Committee
The Boston born candidate Charles V. Dasey appears on the election ballot for the one year school committee term. He has long resided in the city and worked in the steamship passenger business representing major European lines. Dasey holds roles in Redberry Council K of C Chari table Irish Society Eliot School Association Royal Arcanum and other benevolent groups and serves as consul for New England for the Netherlands government.
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Charles V. Dasey
Dasey
Boston
Enterprise and Progress
New England
Casey
Redberry Council
K. of C
Irish Society
Eliot School Association
Royal Arcanum
Netherlands
Lynn leather firm member narrowly escapes sewer gas
J Walter Harnden of Harnden & Blanchard in Lynn nearly died Saturday evening after widening a sewer trap at 10 Franklin Street. He overexerted gas poisoning but regained consciousness within hours after a fall and head injury.
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Lynn
J. Walter Harnden
Harnden & Blanchard
Harnden
Franklin Street
Ealing
No license rallies sweep Chelsea churches
Chelsea churches and halls hosted no license gatherings with speakers from local and outside ranks. Prominent figures including Rep John L Bates and Mayor Bancroft of Cambridge urged a no license stance, while crowds filled Academy of Music and other venues for persuasive speeches and demonstrations of sentiment.
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Chelsea
John L. Bates
Boston
Bancroft
Cambridge
Academy of Music
Samuel P. Tenny
Academy
Vernon A. Field
Walcott
Police Board of
Bates
Massachusetts
Walnut Street M. E
Wyman
Chelsea Y
Mt. Bellingham
Walter Rogers
Elwin Hitchcock
E. Walter Everett
Arthur FE. Gates
Horace Memorial Church
F. W. Bakeman
D. D
First Baptist Church
Pryce T
A. Bacon
G. W. Suker
George H. Buck
L. A. Bentley
Third Congregational Church
George H. Carter
Willard Howland
Richard Burns
Carter
D. W. Gould
Powderhorn Hill
Reverend Hugh Montgomery denounces English brewing influence
The temperance preacher from Marblehead told Maple Street Church that English brewing syndicates own about 90 000 in U S breweries and distilleries and sway political choices in both major parties. He said leading papers favor license over prohibition and warned of Britain’s control over American politics.
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Lynn
Hugh Montgomery
Lowell
Marblehead
Maple Street M. E
United States
America
England
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