Debating Boston City Hall plans splits ex governors view
Ex Governor Oliver Ames argues for a new grand City Hall to replace the old building and praises a costly plan with a large public building and parks. Opponent J Montgomery Sears doubts the $1,500,000 estimate and suggests renovating the old City Hall and Court House for far less, while C E Cotting weighs whether the old structures can be adapted or if a new site is warranted.
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Oliver Ames
Matthews
The
Post
Boston
Ames
Old Court House
C. E. Cotting
Beacon Hill
Ity Hall
Tremont Theatre Scenes From 1492 Cadets Show
The Tremont stage at the Cadets second performance of 1492 features Barnet managing long robes Nichols and Benton chasing a missing garment amid bustling stagecraft. Cast antics include infanta Joanna, Columbus, and comic mishaps as lights fail and props misbehave. Conkey steps in to replace Sands with strong impersonation. Roadshow notes praise the ensemble, edits to the show, and upcoming comedy lineups at Boston houses.
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Willie Seymour
Kelley
Tremont Theatre
Boston
Statson
Mr. Seymour
Leversaw
Dale
Rob Barnet
Infanta Joanna
A. B. Nichols
Christopher Columbus
J. G
White
Teddy Wise
Infanta
Charles VIII
Juan
Bob Barnet
Maida
Toggery
Columbus
America
Kelly
Madison Square
John A. Conkey
Ward Knickerbocker
E. P. Sands
Conkey
King Sears
Mary Ann
L. C. Benton
Resolution seeks inquiry into John Sherman reelection
A Democratic member of the House at Coumens Ohio has drafted a resolution charging John Sherman with securing his Senate reelection by duress frauds threats and promises. It asks the Senate to investigate Shermans right to a seat under Senate rules. The measure has Democratic House support.
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Coumens
House of Representatives
John Sherman
United States
Senate
Calvin S. Brice
Sherman
House
McCall Offered Presidency of New York Life
New York February 9 It is stated that John A McCall comptroller of the Equitable Life Insurance Company and former state insurance superintendent has been offered the presidency of New York Life Insurance Company with a salary of 50000 a year. Trustees meet tomorrow and if he accepts he will be elected.
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New York
New York Life Insurance Company
John A. McCall
Equitable Life Insurance Company
State Insurance Department
Shoemakers Strike at Sears & Webster Over Stitchers
Havernut February 9 The entire 40 member shoemakers union force employed by Sears and Webster walked out this morning over the use of objectionable McKay stitchers. Tensions at the factory have been rising for weeks.
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Havernut
International Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union
Sears & Webster
McKay
Democratic caucus nominates Crocker and Doane for state posts
In Albany on February 9 the joint caucus of Democratic Senators and Assemblymen nominated James S Crocker of Buffalo for state superintendent of public instruction and Bishop William Cross well Doane of Albany for regent of the university by acclamation.
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Albany
N. Y
James S., Crocker
Buffalo
William Crosswell Doane
University
Bank Clears FirstHampshire Capital Authorization
Washington on February 9 reports the comptroller of the currency authorized the National Bank of the Commonwealth in Manchester New Hampshire to commence business with a capital of 100000 dollars.
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Washington
Comptroller of the Currency Today
National Bank of the Commonwealth
Manchester
N. H
Boston Marine Society fixes quarterly aid and plans anniversary
The Boston Marine Society met at noon in the Chamber of Commerce rooms with about fifty members. President Captain William F. Humphrey led a vote to appropriate 2700 to seventy five beneficiaries. Trustees approved celebrating the society's 150th anniversary at Plymouth on June 1. Other items include thefts at Jacob Fogg's shop and Shattuck Hartwell residence, a railroad conductors dispute over uniform buttons, a fatality in Waltham, a stenographers reception in Boston, a Brookline accident at Riverdale Park, and a Roxbury Shakspere Club reading King Lear at Charles K. Nichols’ home.
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Boston Marine Society
Chamber of Commerce
William F. Humphrey
Plymouth
Jacob Fogg
Chardon Street
Division 2
West End Street Railroad
Highlands
John Clifford
Fitchburg
Waltham
Hub Stenographers’ Association
Tremont Street
Boston
Shattuck Hartwell
Chester Square
Cunningham
Michael Hurley
Riverdale Park
Brookline
Boylston Street
Brookine
Polo Schedule Moves to Olympian Rink at Mechanics' Building
The polo game last night was not played and no further games occur at Winslow's Rink. Future polo nights are set for Wednesday and Saturday at the Olympian Rink in Mechanics' building. The committee will rearrange the schedules.
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Winslow
Olympian
Mechanics’ Building
Gold Stimulant Whiskey Offer from Graves & Sons
A cash offer promotes a case of G. O. Taylor Reserve Whiskey valued like Gold. The ad guarantees the liquor is pure and satisfying to physicians and connoisseurs, with remittance options via postal note or money order. Remit to C. H. Graves & Sons, Box 1639 Boston, Mass.
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G. O. Taylor
New England
Boston
New York
Toc. H. Graves & Sons
Mags
Pawer
Plaza Hotel in Chicago to Cost 600000 and Open Next Year
R A Stranahan confirms plans for the Plaza Hotel a new eight story 400 room fireproof Chicago landmark on Fifty first Boulevard between Cornell and East End avenues. The project costing $600000 will feature marble stairways a mosaic floor a vast conservatory and banquet facilities aimed to attract expositions crowds. Leasing the Breezel House of Buffalo is for ten years at $45000 annually.
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Chicago
R. A. Stranahan
Tremont House
Stranahan
Post
S. R. Udell
Fifty-first Boulevard
Cornell
East End Avenues
Clinton J. Warren
South Park
Hyde Park District
B. L
M. B. Sheldon
Buffalo
Hotel Royal Fire Toll Mounts With Grim Victims
New York on February 9 reports reveal a grim toll from the Hotel Royal disaster. Fire crews pulled thirteen bodies from the ruins including women with burns and a legless man, with more identifications and clues about jewelry found in the basement. A coroner and fire marshal investigate the blaze and suspect the elevator area sparked the fire, while investigators question hotel staff and other locals about possible motives and connections.
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New York
Hotel Royal
A. M. Carey
Parliament Opens After Queen's Speech in Grief and Debate
London reports Parliament opened in usual form with the Queen announcing Prince Albert Victor's death. The speech outlined plans for Ireland local government, education, land holdings, and India reform, while debates focused on Newfoundland and Catholic concerns in Ireland.
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Lonon
Prince Albert Victor
Duke of
Clarence
Avondale
Egypt
United States
Bering Sea
Zanzibar
House of Commons
Ireland
Great Britain
Scotland
India
England
Bank of England
House of Lords
Lord Salisbury
Duke of Devonshire
Lord Hartington
Earl of Kimberly
Colonies
France
Newfoundland
Glances at Our Solons XXFrank P Bennett of Everett
The piece profiles Frank P Bennett a persistent lower chamber legislator from Everett. It notes his opposition to the rules committee, his spirited speaking style and willingness to engage any fellow member, plus his background as a newspaper man and his distinctive attire and appearance.
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Frank P. Bennett
Everett
Committee On Rules
Mr. Bennett
Bennett
Alcryon Expelled By National Trotting Board
New York February 9 The board of appeals of the National Trotting Association orders Frank L Noble expelled and stallion Alcryon. The Roberts owner of Alcryon sees his Balch $10000 race entry case delayed until the board meets on the second Tuesday in May at Chicago. Roberts testified, Noble claimed a $5000 check prior to the first Balch heat. the check is now held by the association.
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New York
Board of Appeals
National Trotting Association
Frank L. Noble
Alcryon
Roberts
Chicago
George Archer
Rochester
Board of Review
Noble
Married at Kensington to Miss Charlotte Gunnison
London Feb 9 Dr Benjamin Martin of New York, author, wed Miss Charlotte Gunnison at St Mary Abbotts Kensington. Rev Edward Carr Glyn officiated. Bride given away by brother-in-law Arthur Warren. best man E J Moffat. Guests included Austin Dobson and many London society names.
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London
Benjamin Martin
New York
Charles Lamb
Chelsea
St. Mary Abbotts
Kensington
Charlotte Gunnison
James Gunnison
Boston
Mass
Arthur Warren
Edward Carr Glyn
E. J. Moffat
Austin Dobson
Jeune
Pennell
David Henderson
Harold Frederick
Wyndham
Mme
Madeline Schiller
Yates Thompson
Eugene Oudin
Spurgeon Lying in State at Metropolitan Tabernacle
From 7 this morning the body of Rev. Charles H. Spurgeon lay in state at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London. Fifty thousand people viewed the remains during the day.
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London
Charles H. Spurgeon
Metropolitan Tabernacle
Fall River Print Cloth Market Holds Firm
Fall River February 9 Print cloth market shows firm and steady pricing at 3 for 64x64s and 254 for 60x56s with moderate sales reported in a tight market state.
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Fall River
Fallu River
Westchester grand jury indicts Waterbury and McCann for kidnapping
In Wair Pratins New York on February 9 the Westchester grand jury indicted Charles Waterbury and John McCann for the kidnapping of young Ward Waterbury.
Minister Reid on horseback despite influenza weakness
Paris dispatch reports United States Minister Reid remains weak from influenza but continues to visit the United States legation daily, riding there on horseback.
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Reid
Paris
United States
Legation
Nervura Promises Cure for Kidney Trouble Actor Henry Dennis
An advertising narrative warns actors and stage-connected people about kidney disease from nerves and strain. It touts Dr. Greene's Nervura as a pure vegetable remedy, citing Henry H. Dennis of New York who credits a cure after four bottles. The ad notes Nervura costs $1 per bottle and offers free consultations from Dr. Greene in Boston.
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Henry H. Dennis
Herrmann
Dennis
Dr. Greene
Sixth Ave
New York City
Temple Pl
Boston
Mass
Grand Army encampment opens at Tremont Temple in Boston
The Grand Army of the Republic department of Massachusetts begins a two day session at Tremont Temple with delegates only inside the sacred precincts and galleries open to members with countersign. Arthur A. Smith delivers the opening address as officers report and routine business is conducted. Elections and officer nominations loom, with Churchill and Putnam as leading candidates and calls for a broader rotation. The encampment closes tomorrow noon followed by an annual banquet at Faneuil Hall.
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Grand Army of the Republic of the
Department of Massachusetts
Tremont Temple
Arthur A. Smith
James K. Churchill
Worcester
A. A. Putnam
Uxbridge
Eli W. Hall
Lynn
Everett A. Stevens
Charlestown
W. A. Wetherbee
Newton
EK. P. Jewett
Foxboro
Stevens
Wetherbee
Halil
Hall
Faneuil Halli
Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil ad claims
An advertisement explains that Scott's Emulsion contains cod liver oil cloaked in glycerine to form a creamy, easy to digest product. The copy emphasizes discreet oil drops and invites readers to obtain a free book about it, listing Bowne Chemists and local druggists as sellers for $1.
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Bowne
South Sth Avenue
Scott
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