A Daisy in the Heavens That Disappears in Hours
Harvard Observatory sources report a transient new star seen briefly in Cas Aurig star field. Professor Pickering notes six week visibility, five hundred photographs, and a rising to fourth magnitude before fading. scientists use clockwork and photographic plates to trace its birth and decline. The record spans ancient to modern observations, highlighting eleven past similar stars and the challenge of determining composition.
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Kiel Observatory
Germany
Harvard University
Scotland
Pickering
Keary Draper
Gamblers Afraid Active Prusade Facing Open Den Verdict
Readers see a Washington Post style report on gambling dens with odd scenes and writers exposed. The article notes the spread of lists and ongoing investigations following yesterday's results.
Multiple Suspects Charged With Policy Shop Nuisance
A list of individuals at various addresses including Thomas Parker and Thomas Cameron charged with maintaining a common nuisance a policy shop. Several defendants Smith Poole Nickerson and Forster face additional gambling nuisance charges. Other names include Dick Wilson Grossman Prang Rice Gadley and Griffin linked to policy activities.
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Thomas Parker
Merrimac Street
Thomas Cameron
Causeway Street
John Mack
Joseph Smith
Blackstone Street
Samuel Hesford
Washington Street
Bernard Poole
Atlantic Avenue
Charles Forster
Chatham Street
Alfred Smith
Water Street
William H. Nickerson
Smith
Poole
Nickerson
Forster
Richard Dick
William Wilson
Warrenton Street
Jacob Grossman
George Prang
Winchester Street
James Rice
Piedmont Street
Mitchell Gadley
Kneeland Street
George Griffin
Kirkland Street
Gambling Dens Exposed as Post Publishes Street List
The Post reveals a growing network of policy shops and gaming dens in Boston area streets such as Water, Court, Howard, Norman, Faneuil Hall, and Harrison avenues. It notes shops remain in operation while several will face court actions on the 10th with expert testimony to expose the game. Police reports say five policy shops were added yesterday as investigations continue.
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T L. F. Crosby
Water Street
Court Street
Brace” Fare Bank
Howard Street
Wheel of Fortune and Fare Bank
Norman Street
Faneuil Hall Square
Pleasant
Washington Street
Trimountain Club
Exchange Street
Harrison Avenue
Hayward Place
Stoddard Street
Howard
The
Atheneum
Pitts Street
Post
Boston
Polivy
Fire on Stoddard Street and a Policy Shop
A Post reporter describes a small, dimly lit policy shop on Stoddard Street near Howard where writers prepare bets on combinations of gigs, horses, saddles, and caps. The brisk business draws many men eager to stake coins on bets that never pay out, highlighting a bustling but fraudulent gambling den.
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Stoddard Street
Howard
Barnum
Deer Island Crisis Shocks Boston Officials
Mayor investigates Deer Island disorder amid a board purge. Otis K. Newell is removed from the Board of Directors of Public Institutions. Edward L. Pilsbury is appointed to replace him with others reappointed or named to health and public institutions posts. The affair unfolds at a special Aldermen session.
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Board of Aldermen
Otis K. Newell
Board of Directors of
Public Institutions
Deer Island
Matthews
Dr. Newell
Galvin
Newell
Edwart L. Pilsbury
Thomas L. Jenks
Edward J. Donovan
Board of Health
Edwin Pilsbury
Donova
City of
Boston
Crry Hall
Deer
Board of Commissioners of
Wedneday Lat
Howard Street Writers Are a Little Scared
In a short alley off Howard street beyond the Atheneum, the Post notes locals are uneasy as a small writing group gathers near the alley. Police assess safety while residents seek reassurance and a nearby cafe offers a quiet retreat.
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Howard Street
Atheneum
the Post
The wonder of the age Salvation Oil
An advertisement extols Salvation Oil as the wonder of the age priced at twenty five cents per bottle, claiming it kills all pain and promising swift relief.
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Salvation Oil
Choose a Generous Book Cabinet with Writing Desk
Advice on buying a book cabinet stressing future needs and storage. Highlights the writing desk as a value booster and drawers for folios and illustrated works. Patrons are advised to plan for growth, and the 1891-2 General Catalogue is offered on five stamps.
Island Prison Disorder Traced to Commissioner Powers
Investigation into August 1891 island prison unrest finds dissension among officers bred by changes in board chairs and promotions. Deputy superintendent allegedly fostered conflict, leading to petty charges, mutiny risk, and multiple outbreaks. Culpability pinned to a commissioner blamed for manipulating evidence and motives.
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Gerrish
Shess
Uniers
Auction sale of Yokohama Trading Company stock
By LEWIS J. BIE & CO auctioneers. The entire stock of the Yokohama Trading Company at 181 Tremont Street to be closed out at auction Saturday February 6 with sale starts at 10 20 a m and 2 30 p m. Stock includes Japanese bric a brac vases porcelains screens ivory carving and more. Goods must be sold and store vacated.
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Yokohama Trading Company
Tremont Street
Town in Flames Ravages Gorham High School Area
A serious fire at Gorham, ten miles from Portland, Maine, destroyed the high school and several adjacent buildings. Assistance from nearby towns arrived as the blaze spread. By 2 a.m. the fire was under control. damage and insurance figures were not yet known.
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Portland
Gorham
Princess Frederick Leopold of Prussia backs bottle-free infant care
Brumm ambassadors report the Princess has chosen to rear her infant without bottle use and the Emperor grants formal consent, including the Princess renouncing court festivities for the year. General Walker will lecture on Immigration at Channing Hall on February 8 at 5 p.m. Our fact note urges Ayer's Hygienic Coffee to demonstrate its appeal.
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Brrum
Frederick Leopold
Prussia
Francis A. Walker
Channing Hall
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Globe Post Herald
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British & Foreign
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United States
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Yerxa
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Washington ST
Lewis J. Bie & CO
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Ayer
Swoetin
Russia
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Eastern Storage Co
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Buck
Chelsea
Mass
Chelecas
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