Another Victim in West End Electric Car Death
John Seaver of 2467 Washington street was killed Saturday morning when an electric car struck him near his home. The carpenter, about 6:30 am, was crossing the track as the car approached, slipping before boarding. Motorman J H Higgins attempted to stop but Seaver died instantly from a temple wound. Remains taken to City Hospital morgue. brother later identified him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Seaver
Washington Street
West End Corporation
Seaver
J. H. Higgins
Calderwood
City Hospital
Post
Gas Bills Grow Wild as Boston Meters Run Amok
A Boston Post survey notes sharp January gas bills in Shawmut avenue and Canton street rise dramatically with no clear cause. Residents cite high costs, double readings, and meters that seem to mock daylight, while some reduce usage with kerosene lamps. The piece offers a wry, skeptical voice on a looming gas monopoly beacon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Gas Light Company
Shawmut Avenue
Canton Street
Blue Point
Peach State
Janus
Post
Moses
Funeral for Alonzo H. Briggs at 152 K Street
The funeral for Alonzo H. Briggs was held at 2 PM yesterday at 152 K Street with large attendance. Rev. Washburn led the service and the Apollo Quartet sang. floral tributes came from H. Waylor, Hiram Ricker & Co, G. T. Baker, H. White, Inspectors Jroughton and Gerraughty, Officer McLaughlin, W. B. Watts, Briggs office staff, and Adelphi Lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alonzo H. Briggs
No. 152
K Street
Washburn
Apollo Quartet
H. ‘Vayior
Hiram Ricker & Co
G. T. Baker
H. White
Jroughton and
Gerraughty
IT. F. McLaughlin
W. B. Watts
Mr. Briggs
Adelphi Lodge
Brewery Explosion Shakes Park Plant
An explosion hit the Park brewery at 1 o clock yesterday blowing a small roof section over the malt bin. The building was shaken but no serious damage occurred. The cause remains a mystery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Park
To annex or not to annex the Hawaiian question
Hawaii faces a pivotal issue as Thurston leads a commission to urge U S annexation. The piece cites strategic Pacific value, Monroe doctrine debate, and support from Claus Spreckels and William Irwin for Hawaii joining as a state under the Stars and Stripes to prevent other powers from taking the islands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawaiian Islands
Lorrin A. Thurston
United States
Pacific
Hawaii
Harrison
Foster
Claus Spreckels
William G. Irwin
Company Dance Treks Through The Firm's Expense At Jordan Marsh
At least 2000 employees gathered in Mechanics Hall for a year end dance hosted by Jordan Marsh & Co. Eben D. Jorden and Miss Mamie Gorman led the grand march as Richardson's orchestra played. A lavish banquet followed in the banquet hall, with Caterer Cook providing the feast and the firm receiving three cheers at midnight for generosity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jordan, Marsh & Co
Mechanics Hall
Sanbourn
Eben D. Jorden
Mamie Gorman
Richardson
New York Expos Withdrawal Cited Over Space at Fair
Massachusetts officials defend fair plan as New York and other exhibitors pull back citing insufficient space and time. E C Hovey says New York firms complain of limited room while Massachusetts will be represented in multiple departments and provide a significant share of textile displays.
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E. C. Hovey
Massachusetts
Clark Thread Company
New York State
New York
East
Chicago
Chicago Daily
West
Mr. Hovey
The
New York Herald
Beach
Eagie Pencil Company
Coney Island
Uts
United States
Carnegie, Phipps & Co
Great Homestead Steel Works
Carnegie
I. G. Brown
N.A
American Water Color Society
Eastman Johnson
N. A
Brown
Wood
New York Academy of Design
Horticultural Society Show Awards List
The show awarded prizes across plants flowers and vegetables to numerous exhibitors. Notable winners include John L. Gardner and G B Gill for multiple plant categories, J. L. Gardner and A. D. Wood for various flowers, and George F. Stone plus Warren Huestis & Son for vegetables. Carnations, orchids, acacia varieties, and fruit prizes feature prominently with sums ranging from 1 to 15 dollars and a large cauliflower and Brussels sprouts collection valued at 38 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Horticultural Society
John L. Gardner
A. D. Wood
G. B. Gill
N. T. Kidder
G. M. Anderson
J. L. Gardner
C.E. Richardson
Rose Buxton
T. E. Coburn
William Patterson
George Sanderson
E. E. Sanderson
Winter Bros
Lorillard
G. M. Hay
Edgartown
ES. Converse
G. T. Stone
Incendiary Fire Hits Market Street Block In Rockville
A block of wooden buildings owned by W F Orcutt on Market street beside the American Hotel burned early today causing about 5000 dollars in damage covered by insurance. Police arrested Antoine Rochs on suspicion of setting the fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockvillle
Conn
W. F. Orcutt
Market Street
Antoine Rochs
A Dubious Letter From Cardinal Gibbons Allegedly Leaked
Curcaaco Feb 5 A copy of a letter claimed to be from Cardinal Gibbons to every U S archbishop is made public. It discusses a New York archbishop conference and the appointment of a permanent apostolic delegate. A reporter cites a Catholic source alleging the hierarchy opposed the appointment and that Rome was misinformed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curcaaco
Cardinal Gibbons
United States
Norry Charles Street
Baultimor
O’connell
New York
Rome
Holy Father
Sincere
J. Cardinal Gibbons
United Press
Ireland
Catholic University At
Washington
Mgr. Satolli
Evangelist Munhall To Address Methodist Meeting
Evangelist Dr. L. W. Munhall will address the preachers at Wesleyan Hall this morning. The subject is Revivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. W. Munhall
Methodist Preachers
Wesleyan Hall
In Cold Storage Where the G P Is Says Clarkson
James S. Clarkson of the Republican national committee criticizes President Harrison and the party leadership. He argues the 1892 defeat stemmed from Harrison’s control of the party and cabinet, calls for renewed unity, and predicts a strong Republican comeback in 1894 and 1896 with McKinley as a possible future leader or a new figure from the times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
James S. Clarkson
Republican National Committee
Mexico
Harrison
National Committee
Republican Party
Grant
Blaine
New York State
Indiana
Iowa
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Minneapolis
Newark
Cleveland
Organized Labor
Reid
Republic
White House
Senate
Madison
Clarkson
McKinley
Clarkeson
Congress
Jacksons Changes Nomination of Judge Jackson to Supreme Court
Senate judiciary committee weighs Judge Jackson of Tennessee as Lamar’s successor with divided views among Democrats and opposition from Vest and others. Supporters note past federal election law convictions. some Republicans expect a favorable report. Clarkson letter and Cullom protest raise political tension ahead of the vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate Committee On Judiciary
Jackson
Tennessee
Justice Lamar
Messrs. Pugh
Ala
Coke
Texas
Vest
George
Miss
Westis
Supreme Court
Judiciary Committee
Senate
Messrs
Bate
Harris
Dems
Tenn
Lincoln
Stephen J. Field
Field
Cleveland
J. S. Clarkson
Harrison
Judge Jackson
Clarkson
Cullom
Street Fight Injures John King In North End
Dr. White attended John King at 2 Lime alley North End yesterday afternoon for a broken leg. King said he fell at Lime alley and Charter street Saturday night. Police were notified and King was taken to City Hospital after an officer found the injuries came from a street fight at 11 o clock Saturday night.
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Ayer
Annette N. Moon
Fountain
Minn
Dr. J.C. Ayer & Co
Lowell
West End Electric Kills
Lett Street
Johnson
Reyes
Sula Everywhere
LS. Johnson & CO
Boston
Mass
America
Thurston
Honolulu
Singland
Germany
Spreckelss
CERII
Atar
Australia
Bioney
Ppaicief
Guinea
Mawwai
Samoa
Portland
United Stay
San Francisco
York
San Diego
NEW York Kick
Hood
C. Cg, Aber, Grocer
Canisteo
N. Y
Aber
Ree i
Boston Post
A. W., Wheeler & CO
Hanover St
American House
Boston Veterinary Hospital
Albany
Cor
Dedham St
Edward C. Beckett
Daniel D. Lee
Wilbert Soule
Cog Forge
Tremont
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