L A W Meets in Albany Debates Sunday Racing and Admissions
The national assembly of the L A W debated admitting professionals to membership and permitting Sunday racing. Amendments failed, local option was rejected 77 to 161 by the racing board, and a new contract with Elliott was approved. The day ended with adjournment sine die.
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Albany
N. Y
National Assembly
Bassett
California
Rights and Privileges Committee
National Rights and Privileges Committee
T. B. Kirby
Columbia College
Intercollegiate Association
Kirby
Welch
North California
Roberts
Racing Board
Monagan
South California
League
West
George D. Gideon
Connecticut
J. I. Butler
New Haven
W. E. Shaw
Meriden
C. A. Landgreen
Milford
William R. Muirs
George H. Collett
Herman Leopold
Bridgeport
Massachusetts
W. H. Senter
Brockton
Rhode Island
William Knott
Pawtucket
Fred Gerlach
Illinois
Century Road Club
St. Louis
Potter
Elliott
H. J. Collins
Boston
Fred J. Titus
Mr. Dare
Pennsylvania
Executive Committee
Auditing Committee
Good Roads
Titus
Bull's Head Tavern Cafe Open Till Midnight
The Bull's Head Tavern operates as a cafe open until midnight at 29 Washington Street and 83 Friend Street. It advertises late hours and locations for patrons seeking evening service.
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Bull’s Head Tavern
Friend St
Greek Fleet Arrives at Canea as Kisamo Turmoil Deepens
The Times dispatch reports Prince George of Greece arriving with four torpedo boats and a transport. In Kisamo an Italian officer investigates after a Feb 7 massacre of 22 Muslims as Christians fought in the streets. Insurgents surround Sitia while the governor sends 500 Bashi-Bazouks and regulars. An attack on Suda arsenal failed after artillery fire.
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London
the Times
Canea
Prince George
Greece
Kisamo
Sitia
Heraklion
Suda
Cretans Awaiting Arms For Attack On Canea
A Constantinople despatch says 4000 Cretan insurgents concentrate near Canea awaiting arms and equipment from Sphakia. Once supplied they plan to attack Canea.
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London
Constantinople
Canea
Sphakia
Crete
Greece
Heraklion on Fire and Calls for European Occupation
Despatches report Heraklion in flames as the Cretan crisis prompts officials to favor a European occupation. Instructions were sent to foreign warships to deter Greek naval intervention if needed.
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Constantinople
Heraklion
Greece Prepares to Block Turkish Reinforcements
The Greek charge d affaires told Lord Salisbury that Greece will prevent Turkish reinforcements from landing on Crete as of February 12. The statement signals heightened tensions in the Aegean amid ongoing hostilities involving Crete and Ottoman forces.
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London
Lord Salisbury
Crete
Christians the Aggressors in Crete Attack Moslems
In the House of Commons Mr. George N. Curzon said latest government news from Crete shows Christians as aggressors attacking Moslems in many localities. He reported many Moslems killed and thirteen villages burned.
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London
House of Commons
George N. Curzon
Foreign Office
Crete
Curzon
Italy In Greece Cretan Question Stance Declared
A semi official note from Rome states Italy will not oppose Greece in any future action on the Cretan question and that Italy does not wish to serve Turkey in any way. The note is dated February 12 and ties Athens and Rome to regional policy.
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Rome
Italy
Greece
Turkey
Powers condemn Greece stance as war threat grows
The Morning Post reports a united condemnation by the powers of Greece’s attitude. They will not allow Greece to continue the current course and demand she abandon any plan to start a war with Turkey.
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London
The
Morning Post
Greece
Turkey
Eaton Strike Remains, Pickets Guard Factory in Brockton
In Brockton on February 12 the Eaton shoe plant continues troubled as union pickets guard all approaches. A supervising committee says the firm is seriously crippled for lack of help in several departments. Union officials report an agent in Lewiston, Maine, seeking workers without success.
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Brockton
C. A. Eaton & Co
Lewiston
American Wringer Company Ad in Boston
The American Wringer Company offers wringers and Lissell carpet sweepers with repairs provided at no extra charge. Located at 13 and 1 Bredway extension and 29 and 3231 Cornhill Boston. Call or write Tremont 76t for service.
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American Wringer Company
Bredway
Cornhill
Boston
Piles Cured in 3 to 6 Nights by Agnew Ointment
Dr Agnew s Ointment promises cure for itching piles in 3 to 6 nights with one application offering comfort. Also fights tetter salt rheum eczema barber s itch and skin eruptions. 35 cents sold by C E Woodward Co 62 Bromfield St.
Rival Factions Clash at Ohio Republican Convention
At Zanesville on February 12 thestate GOP convention saw Hanna and anti-Hanna factions clash over officers and a possible indorsement. Heated caucuses and near fights marked the day as resolutions committee advances indorsed the national platform and Cuba sympathy while Hanna was hailed by supporters.
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Zanesville, O
Hanna
Republican League
Leach
D. D. Taylor
Guernsey County
McKinley
Foraker
Bushnell
Charles L. Kurtz
Booker T. Washington
H. A. Axline
Resolutions Committee
Committee On
Cuba
Mr. Hanna
National G A R Leader Visits Lynn Post Hall
T S Clarkson national commander in chief of the G A R arrived in Lynn to address about 600 veterans at General Lander Post No 6. He praised Massachusetts veterans, urged immigration limits, recalled the Debs Chicago strike, and cited a Catholic school district as a trouble spot. Local officials spoke after.
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Lynn
T. S. Clarkson
Omaha
Neb
Grand Old Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Castle Garden
Chicago
United States
Ramsdell
Joseph B. Shaw
Hubert O. Moore
State Department
Fitzsimmons Fears Trouble On Way To Nevada
Fitzsimmons and his party passed through Omaha en route to Nevada. Manager Julian says he fears Corbett’s San Francisco friends plan another Sharkey fiasco and has taken precautions. A large New Orleans faction will attend to disrupt any such plan.
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Omaha
Neb
Fitzsimmons
Nevada
Julian
Corbett
San Francisco
Sharkey
New Orleans
White and Whistler Fight to Draw in 25 Rounds
In Brooklyn the South Brooklyn Athletic Club hosted a 25 round 125 pound bout between Tommy White of Chicago and Billy Whistler of Philadelphia that ended in a draw after Whistler floor White in the third round. A preliminary ten round 12 pound bout saw Billy O'Donnell of New York defeat Tom Brady of New York by knockout in the third round.
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Brooklyn
N. Y
South Brooklyn
Pullman Amusement Over Rumor of Nephew's Champagne Deal
Lynn February 12 The Rev Dr J M Pullman dismisses a New York rumor that his nephew Sanger son of a car magnate has become a sub agent for a European champagne house He says the tale is a joke with no foundation and notes his nephews business future could be in legitimate ventures if he chooses.
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Lynn
J. M. Pullman
Post
New York
Sanger
Pullman
Notable guests at Lincoln address include state leaders
General Edgar R. Champlin presided as Lincoln remarks were heard by a head table crowd that included Speaker John S. Bates Senator Fred W. Dallinger Representative J. J. Myers Senator Charles F. Woodward Representative Forrest C. Manchester State Treasurer Shaw and Senator James A. Bailey Jr.
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Lincoln
Edgar R. Champlin
John S. Bates
Fred W. Dallinger
J. J. Myers
Charles F. Woodward
Forrest C. Manchester
Shaw
James A. Bailey, Jr
Lincoln’s Place in American Respect Highlighted by General Champlin
General Champlin opened by saying the nation does not worship heroes but creates high offices and occupants. He noted Americans honor offices yet avoid monarchic homage. He added that Abraham Lincoln has near-enthronement in the hearts of loyal Northerners within American institutions.
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Champlin
Abraham Lincoln
Great North
Speech by Ex Governor Boutwell on Lincoln’s greatness
Ex Governor George S. Boutwell delivers a tribute to Abraham Lincoln, recalling his early career, his acceptance speech, and his presidency. He emphasizes Lincoln’s ideals, belief in the nation’s development, emancipation, and cautious, prudent governance. The speech reflects on Lincoln’s slow, deliberate path to emancipation and his broad patriotism.
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George S. Boutwell
Mr. Boutwell
United States
Washington
Mr. Lincoln
Adams
Seward
Lincoln
Aldrich Recalls Invitation to Boston Club Anniversary
Congressman Aldrich recounts inviting a Massachusetts delegate to Chicago for Washington's Birthday events hosted by the Union League Club. He notes the club’s patriotism program including school exercises and a past Lowell orator. He recalls the Omaha era conventions and the Bryan speech era with the Nebraska delegation.
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Congressman Aldrich
Tom Reed
Reed
Aldrich
Union League Club of
Chicago
Massachusetts
House
Washington
Lowell
Niagara Falls
Brighton
Bryan
Nebraska
Platte
New Great South American Kidney Cure Claims Quick Relief
Distressing kidney and bladder diseases are claimed to be removed in six hours by the New Great South American Kidney Cure. The remedy supposedly relieves pain in the bladder kidneys back and urinary passages for both sexes and eases water retention. Sold by George Goodwin & Co. at 86 Hanover Street.
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George
Goodwin & CO
Hanover Street
Remembering Leaders and a McKinley Era Endorsement
A physician recalls George Washington's memory as he travels to participate in Willie Bryan's nomination, praising patriots from both parties who helped defeat Altgeldism and Bryanism and support sound money and national honor.
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George Washington
Chicago
Willie Bryan
George
William McKinley
Lincoln stands as central figure in war of ideas
Congressman Romulus Z Linney lauded Lincoln’s leadership and ideas at a seaside city event. He praised Lincoln as the grandest figure of the fiercest civil war and called for removing obstructions to Lincoln’s influence on laws and institutions.
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Romulus Z. Linney
North Carolina
Lincoln
Albany
N. Y
John F. Fitzgerald
Boston
Eureka Club
Congressman Overstreet Addresses Civic Discourse and Dangers
Congressman Overstreet, greeted in the district of ex President Harrison, spoke on American character, political dangers, and the role of speech and thought. He warned about immigration, free trade, and financial experiments threatening national revenue and stability. The Rev. William H. Ryder closed with remarks defending McKinley’s administration and critiquing meddlesome ministers.
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Overstreet
Harrison
Boston
William H. Ryder
A. A. Berle
Republican Party
William McKinley
White House
Ryder
Lincoln
Submarine Held Match Begins Britain United States Chess Match
The second international chess match between Great Britain and the United States opened in Brooklyn with ten players per side at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. McCutcheon resigned on board ten after 27 moves while Pillsbury and Blackburne remained even as Showalter pressed Locock and Barry won two pawns.
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Brooklyn
N. Y
Great Britain
United States
Pritishers
Hotel Cecil
London
Brooklyn Academy of Music
Brooklyn Chess Club
I. L. Rice
Blackburn
Pillsbury
Two Knights
Showalter
Locock
Ray Lopez
Atkins
Burrille
Vienna
Barry
Lawrence
Esscceeenrs
Mills
Hymes
Trench
Hodges
Bellingham
Ruy Lopez
Blake
Delmar
Helms
Jackson
sCole
Visi Loc Ik Fed He
Cee Esses
McCutcheon
Jacobs
Gam
Maneuvring
Blackburne
London Chess Match Sparks Strong Contention
The London consensus says this year's encounter is more exciting than last year's. Showalter's play earns admiration and a likely easy win, while Locock struggles after a poor opening. Pillsbury is seen as having the better endgame chances against Blackburne, and Helms's downfall shocks observers as Jackson shines with strong moves.
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London
Showalter
Locock
Pillsbury
Helms
Jackson
Knights of Columbus Hall Debut in East Cambridge
Large crowd of St John’s Council No. 193 and friends attend first annual hall event at Institute Hall East Cambridge. Condit’s Orchestra provides music as floor marshal leads grand march with Miss Lulu Kelley. numerous guests and dignitaries from local clubs, schools, and politics attend the formal celebration.
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St. John’s Council No
Knights of Columbus
Council
Institute Hall
East Cambridge
Condit
John H. Ponce
Lulu Kelley
Newfoundlanders Ball At Odd Fellows Hall In Seventh Annual Celebration
About 600 members and friends of the Newfoundlanders Mutual Benefit Association gathered at Odd Fellows Hall for the sixth annual ball. Daniel J. Cantwell directed the floor with James H. Stevens assisting. a National Orchestra concert preceded dancing which ran until early morning. President Andrew C. Hughes led the grand march followed by fifty couples, with numerous attendees listed by name.
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The
Newfoundlanders’ Mutual Benefit Association
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Daniel J. Cantwell
James H. Stevens
National Orchestra
Andrew C. Hughes
D. J. Cantwell
Thomas Burns
W. Kent
J. P. McCormack
R. F. Donovan
J. T. Powell
T. F. Kewin
W. J. Purcell
Thomas Dalton
Rival Albanian Bands Form Frontier Invasion Threat
The Athens correspondent reports Turkey is organizing marauding Albanian bands to invade Thessaly. Greece mobilizes troops to defend the frontier amid reports of clashes between Greek troops and Albanians.
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London
Athens
The
Daily News
Turkey
Albania
Thessaly
Royal Road Ad Promotes Postum Cereal Coffee
An advertisement urges quitting coffee and tobacco to avoid harm and switch to Postum Cereal Food Coffee. It claims natural restoration from good grains, cites Dr. H P Merriman approval, and notes free samples at Cobb Bates Yerxa's in Washington Street.
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Nature
Postum Cereal Co
Lim
Battle Creek
Mich
H. P. Merriman
Michigan Ave
Chicago
Cobb, Bates & Yerxa’s
Washington St
Big Whist Party for Boston Unemployed
A stormy day did not dampen turnout at Mechanics Hall where over a hundred tables hosted whist players, mostly women in bright dress, organized in sections A to J. Souvenirs with rules were handed out, cards supplied free by C. E. Osgood Co, and rules prepared by E. C. Howell and Ames of the American.
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Mechanics’ Hall
Boston
E. C. Howell
Howell Whist Club
Archbishop Williams Completes 22 Years As Boston Archbishop
Twenty two years after receiving the pallium Archbishop John J. Williams head of the Boston archdiocese marked the anniversary with a solemn high mass at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. Priests from the cathedral attended and clergy across the city sent congratulations and letters. Williams, nearly 77, remains strong and active.
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John J. Williams
Archdiocese of
Boston
Cathedral of the Holy Cross
Williams
Two Suspected Jewelry Burglaries Suspects Arrested in Lowell
Charles Harrison known as Boston Jack and George Hall called Dutch George were arrested in Lowell after identification by Boston photographs. They are suspected of safe blowing and jewelry store burglaries across New England. Harrison wore a lady's gold watch and a half hunting-case silver watch.
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Lowell
Charles Harrison
Boston
George Hall
George
New England
Harrison
Explosion Destroys Third Floor Oil Heater Blaze at 35 McLean
At 8 last night a fire on the third floor of a brick dwelling at 35 McLean street caused $25 in damage. The blaze started when an oil heater exploded, owner William H. Holmes and occupant Joseph Coughlin present.
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McLean Street
William H. Holmes
Joseph Coughlin
Cure for Heart Disease in Thirty Minutes Promoted
Dr Agnew's Cure for the Heart promises perfect relief in all cases of Organic or Sympathetic Heart Disease in 30 minutes and claims a quick cure. It addresses palpitation shortness of breath smothering spells and left side pain. Sold by C E Woodward & Co 52 Bromfield Street Jaynes & Co Washington and Hanover streets.
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C. E. Woodward & Co
Bromfield St
Jaynes & Co
Washington
Hanover Streets
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