New Fire Department Additions and Transfers Announced
Fire Commissioner Wells announced three new hires William H. Carroll Frank J. Hagerty and Thomas F. Lohan assigned to Engines 26 Ladder 19 and Ladder 25. Several transfers followed while a 16 man detail attended Captain Isaac A Williams funeral at 45 Nightingale Dorchester.
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Fire Department
Wells
William H. Carroll
Frank J. Hagerty
Thomas F. Lohan
Theodore Gallipeau
J. A. Willeen
Dpd
J. Wallace
J. M. Burke
J. F. Dowd
C. BE. Clougherty
M. J. O'Donnell
Isaac A. Williams
Nightingale Street
Dorchester
Taber
F. E. Hibbard
Woodstock
Conn
Mr. Hibbard
Bannister
Webster
Lincoln Day Made Holiday Proclaimed in Massachusetts
Governor Guild proclaims February 12 Lincoln Day to honor Abraham Lincoln. The notice urges children freed from school duties in his memory, soldiers and citizens gathering at schools and temples, with songs and a public bell tolling at noon for thanksgiving. The proclamation calls for display of the flag and a nation united by Lincoln's legacy.
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Lincoln
Massachusetts
Guild
Abraham Lincoln
Union Deas
Tincoln
Temperance Campaign Led by Rev Francis J Butler
The Holy Family Temperance League plans diocesan expansion with Rev Francis J Butler of St. Leo's Dorchester named promoter. Archbishop Williams approves and priests are asked for co operation. The league aims to include men women and children with a three degree pledge over three months to abstain from intoxicants and promote the cause.
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Holy Family Temperance League
Francis J. Butler
St. Leo's Church
Dorchester
Willams
Catholic
T. A. Union
TY. A. Union
Father Butler
League
Father Mathew
Newton Man Weds Fourth Wife in Quiet Ceremony
Henry E. Crouse a 71 year old Newton businessman married his housekeeper Hannah Mattsen 38 at his Edinboro Street home. The wedding follows prior marriages. Mattsen had one previous husband. Neighbors unaware as the minister officiated quietly.
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Newton
Henry E. Crouse
Hannah Mattsen
Edinboro Street
Mr. Crouse
Burned Out Italians Appeal to Mayor for Aid
Three Italian victims of a Roxbury fire appeared before Mayor Fitzgerald to seek assistance. Represented by Charles V. Calari of South Boston, they received help from the overseers of the poor with food and clothing while they recover.
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Roxbury
Fitzgerald
Charles VY. Calari
South Boston
Boiler Blast in Great Barrington Garage
A compressed air boiler at J. N. Easland's garage exploded in Great Barrington on Feb. 8. The blast blew debris through the block and caused property damage. no serious injuries were reported.
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Great Barrington
J. N. Easland
Edward Searles Incidents Reported This Afternoon
Edward F. Searles, a Methuen millionaire, is the subject of a report this afternoon noting windows smashed and two holes blown in the ceiling.
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Edward F. Searles
Methuen
Mayor Shows Hand on Boston Garbage Plant Plan
The Republic argues the mayor signaled his position on a new garbage plant at Hecht's wharf. It urges the City Council to reject a bad contract and proceed with city ownership if needed, saying the mayor has shown his hand and invited scrutiny.
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Hecht's Wharf
the Republic
Hecht’s Wharf
Pierson
Board of Aldermen
Frank Haynes Considered for Deputy Marshal Post
Republican headquarters indicate Frank C. Haynes of Ward 21 may be named deputy marshal at the Federal building once Marshal Darling acts. Rumor says at least four current deputies may be dismissed soon amid Republican politicking for mayoral influence. Jerry Desmond of Ward 16 and Herman Hormel of Ward 13 are also discussed as candidates. Hormel cites party duties, with deputy salaries at 1800 dollars.
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Frank C. Haynes
Ward 21
George N. Swallow
Federal Building
Marshal Darling
Haynes
Jerry Desmond
Ward 16
Herman Hormel
Ward 13
Republican City Committee
Republican Party
14th Symphony rehearsal dazzles with Samaroff in Tschaikowsky
In Boston, Olga Samaroff delivered a powerful Tschaikowsky concerto performance during the 14th Symphony rehearsal. The program opened with Dukas The Sorcerer's Apprentice and Tschaikowsky's B flat minor concerto, plus Corneille inspired pictures.
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Olin Downes
Paul Dukas
Tschaikowsky
Corneilles
Boston
Mme
Olga Samaroff
Mme, Samaroff
Tinel
Franciscus
Pauline
Jupiter
Corneille
Reception to Gaelic League Plans in Boston
At M Mulroy's suggestion members of Irish societies met in Gaelic school rooms to organize a reception for Mr B Hobson editor of the Irish Republic Belfast. The event will be at Faneuil Hall Sunday Feb 24 at 8 pm. Hobson tours the United States for five weeks to promote language and industrial revival in Ireland and will discuss progress in reviving the language and building a new nation from Irish resources.
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M. Mulroy
Gaelic League of New Ireland
Washington Street
B. Hobson
Faneuil Hall
Hobson
Belfast
Ireland
Soderquest Pardon Sought In Assault Case
Governor Guild weighs a petition to pardon John Soderquest janitor of the Natural History Rooms serving seven years for assault. He contends he was struck from behind and fell into a young woman. attorney cites new evidence and bad legal advice. Mrs Soderquest divorced and willing to remarry if released.
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Soderquest
Carl H. Johnson
Retreat at Cathedral of the Holy Cross Ash Wednesday
For the benefit of the St. Vincent de Paul conference the retreat will be held in the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. It starts on Ash Wednesday and ends the following Sunday.
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Council of the
St. Vincent de Paul
Cathedral of the Holy Cross
Darling Will Hold His Job for Boston Marshal Post
Massachusetts Senators endorsed Charles I. Darling for reappointment as United States marshal at Boston. The President will submit the nomination. Darling faced opposition from the Boston Republican city committee over appointment choices and a reported resignation of his chief deputy Frank C. MacDonald tied to concessions.
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Washington
Massachusetts
Charles I. Darling
United States
Boston
Senate
Darling
Republican City Committee
Frank C. MacDonald
Marshal Darling
Columbus Court M C C F Celebrates Anniversary
St Rose Hall hosted a big crowd for the 27th anniversary of Columbus Court 9 M C O F. The program featured whist followed by dancing. Guests included P H C R, Daniel A Cronin, and YD H C R William P Russell of Brockton, with floor director Thomas W Gleeson and assistants Miss Isabella M Spencer and several court chiefs.
Deny Abuses at Foxboro Hearings Over Testimony
The Foxboro defense attacks Joseph Hicks testimony on abuse and neglect. Albert C. Eames a physical instructor notes Hicks weighed 165 pounds on Dee 27 196% and 180 pounds in April. Several witnesses praise Foxboro food and doctors discuss smallpox treatment while denying Hicks's claims.
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Foxboro
Joseph Hicks
Albert C. Eames
F Foxboro
Hicks
Eames
Gil
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Roslindale
D. J. Murphy
Roxbury Crossing
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A. A. Tapp
Edward Fetherstone
Engine 37
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James Mahoney
Ladder 3
M. L. Hickey
Engine 20
Walnut Street
Neponset Avenue
Martha Dean
Pattern Department
Contin
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Newton Man
Newtonville
Henry KE. Crouse
Katz
Uneeda
Republic
Council
Frank Haynes
He and
Parker
Wever
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Dodge-Spear Co
Goe Sperry
Jane
Dodge-Sperr Co
Clothine 'Ore
Theodore Singer & CO
West End
A Dodge
Singer’s Spear Co
S Price
Price
Jaeger
Joc
Singer’ Price
Dodges Spear Co
Natural History Rooms
Columbus Court
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