Voices for Peace in War Debates Across Leaders
A collection of opinions from prominent figures including Governor Greenhalge, Rev. Dr. Clark, Colonel Codman, Mayor-Elect Quincy, General Corcoran, Rev. J. B Dunn, Congressman Barrett, Albert Bigelow, and Rev. Lorimer on the prospects and costs of war with Great Britain. They urge restraint, emphasize dignity, and favor negotiated solutions over conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenhalge
Francis B. Clark
The
Christian Endeavor Society
England
Charles R. Codman
Quincy
Corcoran
Cleveland
J. B Dunn
Barrett
Bayard Albert
Salisbury and peace on avoiding war with England
The speaker urges cool heads to prevent England US conflict over territory and costs, while favoring the Monroe Doctrine. He cites Salisbury's restraint on provoking costly battles, notes fears of bitter war, and echoes Minot Savage on resisting wrong without full commitment to action. The discussion reflects cautious diplomacy and appetite for peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salisbury
England
Charlies R. Cole
United States
Minot J. Savage
Cleveland
Monro Doctrine Debate Echoes Amid Arbitrate Talks
Fragmented remarks cite ex governors and public figures on the Monroe doctrine and arbitration. Lane questions Venezuela boundary risks, Paine cites peace hope, and Frank Jones praises Anglo-American restraint while urging measured expediency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claflin
Jonathan A. Lane
England
United States
Robert Treat Paine
Marquis of Salisbury
American Peace Society
Britain
America
Frank Jones
Portsmouth
Beale Debates Monroe Doctrine And International Law
Professor Joseph H. Beale of Harvard Law School argues that the Monroe doctrine is a U S political policy rather than a formal part of international law. He suggests a commission could fact find in disputes like Venezuela vs Great Britain before the United States acts, citing Madison's 1818 commission as precedent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph H. Beale
Harvard Law School
Cleveland
United States
Venezuela
Great Britain
England
Beale
Commission
South America
South American
Buenos Aires
Peru
Chile
Spain
Madison
Congress
Buenos Ayres
War talk and warning from Springfield editors
An editorial tone warns against war over distant land claims, arguing the generation born from Civil War upheaval resents slaughter and destruction. It urges sober, cautious U S policy, criticizes Britain for mishandling Venezuela matters, and calls for restraint and peaceful tribunals. The piece characterizes jingoism as dangerous and stresses national dignity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
United States
Venezuela
Meee
Bate
Boston School Board Debates Teacher Salary Increase
The Boston School Board heard Corporation Counsel Andrew J. Bailey state that teacher salaries could not be increased for the current year. The board amended the proposed raise to 50 000 and approved it. The North End site for a new primary school was recommended, and nine lots were sought for purchase. Schools will close for Christmas vacation with an afternoon session Friday. polling of pupil party affiliations was advised against and adjourned.
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Boston School Board
Andrew J. Bailey
Bailey
City of Boston
Office of Law Department
Beaven Street
G. Pettigrove
Boston
Corporation Counsel
Huggan
Wetmore
Yeas
Nays
Anderson
Blanchard
Fifield
Gallivar
Hastings
Keller
Paul
Adams
Allen
Calderwood Davison
Dunn
Eaton
Fowler
Liebmann
McDonald
Whittemore
Winship
Wise
Pettigrove
North End
North Margin
Thacher Streets
Buttrick Place
Charlestown
Popular Master Lyons Honored by Irish-American Club
A testimonial dinner and ball was held Tuesday in Roughan Hall Charlestown with over 600 attendees for Master Jeremiah H. Lyons of East Cambridge. Lyons, son of Michael Lyons, seeks a Boston College scholarship donated by Rev. John O'Brien. Notable guests attended this concert and dance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeremiah H. Lyons
East Cambridge
Roughan Hall
Charlestown
Master Lyons
Michael Lyons
Boston College
John O’brien
P. R. Sacred Heart Parish
Sacred Heart Review
Grangers at Framingham Hold Year End Grange Meeting
Middlesex and Norfolk Pomona Grange No 1 with Framingham Grange convened in Framingham Centre drawing 100 grangers from 13 towns. Wor shipful Master Harry N Rogers presided Abel F Stevens led the afternoon topics on happiness in homes and children rights. Next meeting set for Holliston January 15 with talks on daily interests and women in the home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Framingham
Middlesex and Norfolk
Pomona Grange
Framingham Grange
Framingham Centre
Harry N. Rogers
Holliston
Abel F. Stevens
Wellesley
Meeting of Division 2 A O H East Boston in Havre Street
An evening gathering at Hibernian Hall Havre Street drew about 150 members of Division 2 A O H East Boston. Reports showed growth in membership and a larger treasury. Five new members were initiated and nine applications received. Officers elected: President William J Cronin, vice president Michael Cavanaugh, recording secretary George J Lovett, financial secretary Jeremiah F Coleman, treasurer Thomas Arthur. Divisional committee elections postponed to the first meeting of the new year. Speeches followed by addresses from Cronin Lovett O Donavan Arthur Stewart O Higgins Doug las Barry Keivenaar Gondon Cavanaugh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Hibernian Hall
Havre Street
Board of Officers
Society
Treasury
William J. Cronin
Michael Cavanaugh
Police Hall Event for Chelsea Relief Association
The seventh annual Chelsea Police Relief Association hall drew merry dancers and city officials to Lincoln Hall Chelsea. Floor Director William H Gaillac led the grand march with aides and reception committee members including Lt FitzRoy Grover Captain W R Swan and Sgt Corydon Hewey. Guests included Mayor-elect Loud and many city officials and police leaders from Boston Salem Somerville Cambridge and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Hall
Chelsea
Chelsea Police Relief Association
William H. Gaillac
Gaillac
William A. Anderson
William L. Harrison
Gasper G. Shannon
James H. O'Neil
James B. Webber
William F. Golden
Joshua
Hiram V. Tuttle
Frank M. Lucker
John L. Harrison
Herbert H. Hayes
George C. Hussey
William P. Crane
Lewis Clarke
Loud
Benjamin P. Eldridge
Boston
Joseph B. Burrill
J. W Hart
Salem
M. C. Parkhurst
Somerville
L. J. Cloyes
Cambrdge
Charles H. Rhoades
Revere
G. Burleigh
Malden
E. D. Holmes
Medford
Charles C. Richards
Newton
Frank McLaughlin
Melrose
James H. McKenna
Waltham
Alonzo Bowman
Brookline
John W. Richardson
Winchester
Martin L. White
R. F. Irish
Lawrence Cain
W. B. Watts
J. J. Barry
Danced in Gotillon Hall by B'nai Zion youths court
Five hundred dancers from the young Hebrew society celebrated the fifth anniver sary and Chaunhd hall of the B'nai Zion Educational Organization in Cotillon Hall last night. The dance began at 9 o'clock led by A. Salaway and partner, with Lewis A. Abraham and partner in the march line containing numerous named members and guests. I Harris directed the dancing with I Harris assisted by A Salaway.
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Young Hebrew Society
Chaunhd
B'nai Zion
Cotillon Hall
A. Salaway
Lewis A. Abraham
I. Harris
H. Waldstein
L. Abraham
Danes in Wells Memorial Ball and Reception
In Wells Memorial Hall the Danish Congress of the city and the Danish Dramatic Club of Portland gave an entertainment followed by a ball. Attendees included prominent Swedish residents of Boston area and many named individuals. The hall was tastefully decorated and a banquet was served at midnight.
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Wells Memorial Hall
Danish Cncrnsurage
Danish Dramatic Club
Portland
Boston
Christopher Gabrielson
T. Zanzenberg
C. Uhlendorf
J. Jenson
Theodore Peterson
J. Wenning
S&s. Damm
Christopher Trenstrup
P. Westergard
Kata Westergard
Mary Dalh
Hein
E. Tofle
Peterson
Marher
W. Nelson
Mr. Dalh
Fred Delghchi
Peter Janson
Antonia Janson
Peter Anderson
Mary Janson
Nielson
Alex Rosman
Journeymen Plumbers Union Elects Officers in Wells Hall
The annual election of officers for the Journeymen Plumbers Union was held last night at New England Hall Wells Memorial. The results named M. W. Myers as president, William P. Glennon as vice president, M. J. Green as recording secretary, J. C. McDermott as financial secretary, J. E. McCurdy as treasurer, T. M. Wilson as business agent, F. Sheehan as sergeant at arms, R. W. Godfrey and J. T. Ryan as trustees, and T. S. Barry J. C. Clark N. J. Kelley T. J. King William P. O'Toole and O. C. Poole as directors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journeymen Plumbers’ Union
New England
Wells Memorial
M. W. Myers
William P. Glennon
M. J. Green
J. C. McDermott
J. E. McCurdy
T. M. Wilson
F. Sheehan
R. W. Godfrey
J. T. Ryan
T. S. Barry
J. C. Clark
N. J. Kelley
T. J. King
William P. O'Toole
O. C. Poole
Tailors' Union Elects Offcers For Term
The Journeymen Tailors' Union elected officers for the ensuing term. President Charles W. Mowbray, vice president W. G. Nelson, corresponding secretary M. Leander, financial secretary M. Bentworth, treasurer W. Sp.
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The
Journeymen Tailors’ Union
Charles W. Mowbray
W. G. Nelson
M. Leander
M. Bentworth
W. Sp
Cambridge Patrolman Saves 76-Year-Old From Charles River
Patrolman Bob Murray of Cambridge Station 2 plunged from Smith's coal wharf into the Charles River to save C. W. Hutchinson, 76, who had fallen in. Weighed by his uniform, Murray reached Hutchinson as he struggled, aiding his rescue before both were exhausted but alive. Hutchinson was taken home. Murray resumed duty after drying off.
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Bob’ Murray
Station 2
Cambridge
Smith
Charles River
C. W. Hutchinson
Main Street
Hutchinson
Murray
Wrecks Along Newfoundland Coast Claim Several Lives
The schooner Victory is found on the northern coast with twenty two dead. The Goldfinch is lost with fourteen souls. The coastal steamer Virginia Lake reports widespread destruction along the coast. A boat named Feripampal was rescued on the Grand Banks and is believed tied to a foundered French fishing vessel.
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ST John's
N. F
Victory
Goldfinch
Virginia Lake
Feripampal
Grand Banks
Five Thousand Out as Indian Territory Coal Mines Strike
Telegrams from Missouri Kansas & Texas Railway in Dallas say all coal mines in Indian Territory closed by strikers. Over five thousand workers on strike halting operations at Coalgate Lehigh Briar Creek Krebs Alderson Harts horne and McAllister. Mines owned by Osage Choctaw and Atoka coal and mining firms. The railroad orders halt coal shipments and hold stocks, signaling a fuel famine across north and central Texas.
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Dallas Tex
Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railway Company
Indian Territory
Coalgate
Lehigh
Briar Creek
Krebs
Alderson
Hartshorne
McAllister
Missouri, Kansas & Texas Company
Texas
The
Osage
Choctaw
Atoka Coal and Mining Companies
Vermont Veterans Death Rate Soars In G A R Reports
Vermont veterans statistics from Department Commander Cannon indicate a death rate this year about 50 percent higher than the two prior years. The increase is the most pronounced among recent years. The annual encampment is scheduled for February.
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Rutland
Cannon
Vermont
Heated streetcars stir citizens at Eliot street meeting
At a packed adjourned meeting on Eliot street, residents blasted Chief Wade over alleged failures to heat electric streetcars. Thomas F. Tracey led calls for action, noting a Blue Hill avenue car conductor refused heat under instructions. A committee was formed to seek Faneuil Hall action and improve West End car service.
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Wade
Eliot Street
Thomas F. Tracey
Blue Hill Avenue
Tracey
West End
West End Corporation
Faneuil Hall
Harvard Glee Club Fall Concert at Sanders Theatre
The Harvard Glee Club held its annual fall concert in Sanders Theatre last evening as the season’s highlight due to the absence of a Christmas trip. The performance did not meet the standards of recent years and the programme wore on.
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Harvard Glee Club
Sanders Theatre
Glee Club
Obituary notices from Brighton Cambridge and surrounding areas
Funeral notices list multiple deaths and upcoming services. Shanahan of Brighton aged, funeral at St Columba’s Church. Davis of Cambridgeport aged 81 10 20, funeral at 122 Norfolk Street. Emerson widow of Ferdinand Emerson, funeral later. Drake Dorchester November 22. Bent Milton 44 4 17. Blake East Boston widow of Patrick Blake 8 6 6. Connell Charlestown child 1 year 7 months. Crawford Malden Festus 73 10.
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Shanahan
Brighton
Ercnet
Patrick Shanahan
Road
St. Columbkill's
Davis
Cambridgeport
Mason Davis
Norfolk Street
Emerson
Wadsworth Emerson
Ferdinand Emerson
Drake
Dorchester
Mary L. Drake
Bent
Milton
I L
George L. Bent
Blake
Boston
Jane
Patrick Blake
Comnellat
Art in Groceries Window Displays Delight Shoppers
A Cobb, Aldrich & Co. grocery window display captivates Washington Street with Christmas scenes. Bonbons and confectionery glow under soft light, while doves declare peace on earth. Shelves overflow with nuts, fruits, canned goods, and a geodesic array of bottled beverages. California wines, cigars, and aged stock are highlighted for holiday gifting.
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Washington Street
Kneeland
Cobb, Aldrich & Co
California
Bissell Exhibit Moves to Wringer Co Branch Store
The Bissell Carpet Sweeper Company moved its Mechanics' Fair exhibit to the American Wringer Co s Branch Store Nos 20 and 81 Corn Hill successor to Colby Wringer Co for Christmas gift shoppers. The display includes all Bissell styles including the Childs sweeper and repairs available. Tel Tremont 764.
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Bissell Carpet Sweeper Company
American Wringer Co
Cornhill
Colby Wringer Co
Tel
Call
Tremont
Love of a Bennett staged by Chelsea groups at joint meeting
A joint meeting of the St. Rose T A and B and Ladies Aid Society of Chelsea drew a large crowd. The Ladies Aid Dramatic presented a comical farce titled the Love of a Bennett. The St. Rose Orchestra performed several selections with solos by Mollie Welsh Grace Welsh Lena Chambers and Mamie Chambers.
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St. Rose T. A. and
B. and
Ladies Aid Society of
Chelsea
Ladies Aid Dramatic
Bennett
St. Rose Orchestra
Misses Mollie
Grace Welsh
Lena
Mamie Chambers
Death of a Harvard Freshman
Charles S. Jeffries Harvard 99 died of typhoid in this city yesterday. He was a promising student and well known in his class. He prepared for college at Hopkinson's School and was an only son of Dr. Jeffries. He had been ill for some weeks.
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Harvard
Charles
Jeffries
Hopkinson
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