Russell Fire Club Rejects AFL Affiliation Vote
By a 390 to 245 tally the Russell Fire Club rejected affiliation with the American Federation of Labor. The 145 vote margin surprised members who expected a near split. Boston faces a severe coal shortage unseen since 1902, with New England receiving its share of a nationwide deficit and dealers blaming last spring’s coal strike for the halt in mining.
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Russell Fire Club
American Federation of Labor
New England
Judge Anderson Suppresses Detective Burns Evidence
Patrolman John F. Peers clings to a runaway horse along Berkeley street, dragged 100 yards before the rider halted the frightened animal at Berkeley and Providence. He endures buffeting and near unconsciousness to stop the horse and save bystanders.
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John F. Peers
Berkeley Street
Providence Street
Long Session Expected Before Verdict in Indictments
A lengthy session is anticipated as prosecutors prepare for a verdict in indictments against multiple defendants. The cases involve numerous counts, with grand juries returning the charges amid ongoing legal proceedings. Proceedings are expected to extend over several days as evidence and testimonies are reviewed.
Exhibits in Case Taken to the Jury Room
In Indianapolis the dynamite conspiracy trial over McNamara plots to wreck property, including the Los Angeles Times building disaster, rests with the jury after Judge Albert B. Anderson instructed them to retire. The court adjourned until 9:30 a.m. tomorrow, with verdicts to be delivered together though each defendant’s verdict remains separate.
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Albert B. Anderson
Indianapolis
Ind
McNamara
Los Angeles Times
Firemen Plot AF of L Affiliation Amid Labor Debate
Leaders say AF of L has long aided firemen causes and will stay friendly despite Russell Club clash. Some members doubt militant role from affiliation while others note educational benefits and patronage of union labelled goods. Officers echo limited gains but praise proper action and education. Elected officers include Dwight, McNealy, Donovan, Laskey, O'Leary, Burke, and Galipeau.
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A. F. of L
Russell Club
A. F. of IL
Boston Fire Department
Samuel A. Dwight
Ladder 5
South Boston
Jeremiah J. McNealy
Engine 14
Joseph M. Donovan
Five
Frank Laskey
Engine 65
Joseph O'Leary
Engine
Patrick Burke
Ladder
Theodore Galipeau
Dladder 14
Boston Stockpiling Reveals Supply Gap Over Last Year
On November 380 Boston shows a shortfall of 236000 tons against the on hand supply last year, a figure viewed as near normal by officials. The data reflect stockpiling levels and potential adjustments in distribution for the region.
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Boston
Recluse Had $90 000 in Bills Found in Suitcase
In Winsted Connecticut on December 26 a suitcase yielded about 90000 in bank bills from the effects of Mrs Emeline G Mills who died aged 94 at her home last Saturday The recluse widow of Daniel H Mills she denied wealth though neighbors called her rich Her will probated Tuesday valued the estate at over 500000 with niece Ella Tiffany of Blandford Mass among the chief beneficiaries.
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Winsted
Conn
Emeline G. Mills
Mills
Ella Tiffany
Blandford
Mass
Daniel H. Mills
Wall Street
Rockefeller Gives Advice During Sleigh Ride at Pocantico Hills
John D. Rockefeller hosted a party of teachers for a sleigh ride on his Pocantico Hills estate in Tarrytown. A young teacher asked about his wealth and homes, and he replied, Save your pennies. The exchange highlights his frugal counsel amid a social visit.
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Tarrytown
N. Y
John D. Rockefeller
Pocantico Hills
Abandoned steamer Alcazar reached by cutter
The revenue cutter Seminole reported by wireless that she had reached the abandoned steamer Alcazar and would relieve the Dorchester of the task of towing the vessel into Lookout Light.
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Washington
Seminole
Fatally Wounded in Saloon Fight in Bridgeport
Bridgeport report states John K F Sullivan was shot in a saloon by local prizefighter William Bruno during a dispute. Sullivan is hospitalized with a stomach wound and no chance of recovery. Bruno fled and is sought by police.
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Bridgeport
Conn
John KF. Sullivan
William Bruno
Sullivan
Bruno
Mellen's Son Linked to Coal Deals in Testimony
H A Fabian testified before Interstate Commerce Commissioner Prouty that President Mellen's son acted as Eastern agent for a coal firm, securing 5 to 10 cent per ton reductions under a five year contract. He named other interlocks with Director McHarg's son and noted cost savings and bids from multiple companies.
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H. A. Fabian
New Haven
Interstate Commerce
Prouty
Mellen
McHarg
New Haven Road
Fabian
Mr. Fabian
Boston & Maine
Virginia Iron, Coal & Coke Company
Finstern
New
Keystone Coal & Coke Company
New Hampshire Public Service Commission
Coal Company
Edward G. Buckland
Gang Beats Protector in Public Garden Assault
John J. Duffy of 13 Nassau Street was attacked by a gang outside the Public Garden main mall last night after he defended three young women from insulting language. He suffered facial injuries and a back knife wound before a sailor’s timely help and police arrival dispersed the assailants.
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John J. Duffy
Nassau Street
Duffy
Knife wound case after street fight in Boston Garden
Arthur H. Lawrence aged 16 of 659 Compton street is charged with inflicting the knife wound after a crowds assault in the Gar den area near Commonwealth avenue. Duffy, trying to aid three women, was attacked by several youths and a sailor who joined in. A ring leader stabbed Duffy in the back as the crowd overwhelmed him. Officers O'Dea and Donahue chased and caught Lawrence at Park square.
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Arthur H. Lawrence
Compton Street
Park Square
O’dea
Lagrange Street
Donahue
Back Bay
Duffy
Commonwealth Avenue
Officer Donahue
Policeman Stops Runaway Horse After Slush Collision
Peers collapsed after grabbing the horse’s nose on Berkeley street as the bay horse bolted with breaks in its bridle. He sustained severe head and facial bruises and a torn left leg while driver William Purcell of Cambridge was bruised and his clothing torn. The officer held the horse’s nose until it slowed and stopped, despite a heavy blow and leg injury.
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Purcell
Peers
Berkeley
Body Found In Fire Victim Sadie Durant Name and Address
The body of Miss Sadie Durant aged 48 who was burned to death was found tonight in the dining room of her home 40 Brook street by her cousin William F. Hayes with whom she resided. A large hole burned in the dining room floor marks the spot where she had evidently fallen while rushing through the house.
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Lawrence
Sadie Durant
Brook Street
William F. Hayes
Woman perishes in Christmas Day fire at Boston flat
Hayes found a locked Boston flat door broken open after a fire burned through the rooms. A kerosene lamp explosion likely caused the blaze and fatal injuries to a woman, who tried to extinguish flames before collapse. Cats nearly suffocated. water ran from the faucet as the victim fled toward the door. She leaves a sister, Mrs. Everett A. Nash, and a brother Mahlon.
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Hayes
Robert Hoffman
Everett A. Nash
Offcer Nash
Station 4
Boston
Mahlon
West
Transcontinental Rail Service Advertisement
Advertising notice for a daily best service to California via the Sunset Route with Sunday exception. States berth price nine dollars and cites Washington as origin with route details including 12 Milk and 332 Wash. st. address.
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Washington
Long Jury Deliberations Hint Possible Longer Verdict Wait
Jurors filed out amid questions about how long the jury will be out with a verdict. Court instructions to weigh all evidence suggest verdicts may be delayed as evidence has taken nearly twelve weeks to present. Defendants awaiting outcome include Frank M. Ryan, president of the International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers, linked to John J. McNamara, the confessed dynamiter.
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Frank M. Ryan
International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers
John J. McNamara
Secre
Astronomical Notes Hint at Dawn Rise and Star Times
On the 9th day of winter the report lists morning and evening star events. Venus sets around 7:14 p.m. Mars rises at 6:05 a.m. Jupiter at 6:42 a.m. Saturn at 4:21 a.m. Light auto lamps are to be lit at 4:48 p.m.
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Jong
Venus
Mars
Jupiter
Saturn
Anniversary notes from 1719 founder and 1853 ship blaze
Feast of St John the Evangelist honors John Phillips founder of Phillips Exeter Academy born 1719. 1853 Great Republic and other vessels burned at New York wharf. One year ago today. Boston teachers in elementary schools received a pay increase.
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John Phillips
Phillips Exeter Academy
Great Republic
New York
Boston
Unsettled Boston Forecast With Rain Likely
Unsettled outlook for Boston and vicinity includes likely rain Friday, followed by Saturday fair and colder. Moderate southerly winds shifting to westerly. Forecast also notes England will see probably rain Friday with Saturday fair and colder, winds from the south then west.
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Boston
Washington
England
Yesterday's Temperature Report by Thompson's Spa
Average temperature yesterday was 37 degrees with a day of mixed readings. The record notes yesterday's figures and compares to last year's 41 degrees on the same date, with a mention of Friday a year ago being clear.
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Thompson
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