Sugar Trust threatens as Senate takes up sugar duties repeal
The Sugar Trust, led by Senator Aldrich, proposes free raw sugar with a bounty to domestic producers and a wool duty as an alternative to repeal. The bold move threatens the American public while the Senate finance committee reports the House bill favorably, but Republican senators largely support the trust.
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House
Senate
Sugar Trust
Senator Aldrich
Aldrich
Congress
Senate Committee On Finance
Legislature Hears Favorable Report on Municipal Suf frage Bill
A committee votes eight to three in favor of the municipal suffrage bill with one Democrat and one Republican in each camp. The outcome hinges on Republican support as the Legislature, largely Republican, decides whether to enact the measure. Party lines appear distinct and the vote is framed as a test of party honor.
Boston Rally Urges Newfoundland Aid Effort
The citizens of Boston respond to Newfoundland distress with strong readiness to help. A relief committee is named by the Mayor, with Kidder Peabody Co handling subscriptions, awaiting funds to reach those in need as industry and wages collapse in Newfoundland. Native Newfoundlanders in Boston prepare to support an enthusiastic relief drive at tonight's meeting.
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Boston
Newfoundland
Organization For Relief
Messrs. Kidder, Peabody & Co
The Lesson of New York Boss Platt and Reform
The article argues that Mayor Strong’s conflict with Boss Platt over municipal appointments reveals how a Republican boss with control of the Legislature can block city reform. It cautions that New York City exemplifies a municipal system under legislative control, hindering reform efforts to suit partisan interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boss Platt
Friends of Good Government
New York City
Strong
Observant Gitizer Ends Run in Boston Restaurateur Life
The Observant Gitizer notes Billy Park, famed Boston restaurateur and hotel keeper, retires after 1848 start and a Parker House license sale. At age 60, Park leaves behind pewter mugs and live lobsters as memories while public interest shifts to the navy yard Katahdin ram and Boston figures like Henry J. Quinn and Congressman McCall.
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Boston
Billy
Park
Parker House
Cold Weather Fashion and Winter Activities
The piece notes a harsh winter with dogs, earlaps, and fur wear. It highlights new knee high gaiters for winter and rubber gaiters for March thaws. Skaters enjoy frozen ponds while street dresses feature brown camel hair fabrics with velvet doux edges and steel buckle accents. The latest styles and practical wear are described.
Reformers struggle echoes in Boston politics warning
The passage compares New York municipal reform battles with Boston to caution honest leaders against dependence on party bosses in the Legislature. It argues reformers must resist control by selfish interests and warns of similar dangers approaching Boston.
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Boston
New York
Boss Platt
House Denies Low Rate Gold Bond Issue Stirs Credit Debate
The House of Representatives at Washington refuses to authorize Treasury bonds, risking government credit and increasing long-term costs. Democrats claim responsibility while criticizing two Massachusetts Republicans for voting against the bond measure. The article also notes a paired vote by Springer and reports on James B. Carroll’s Springfield visit and social receptions at the Parker House with reminiscences of George M. Stearns.
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Treasury
House of Representatives
Washington
United States
Ways and Means Committee
Congress
Massachusetts
James B. Carroll
Democracy
Springfield
James E. Cotter
Hyde Park
Parker House
George M. Stearns
Grover Cleveland as Bulwark Against Free Silver in Congress
In a demoralized Congress the country’s safety rests with Grover Cleveland in the executive mansion and his veto power. The Senate may push Jones of Nevada’s free coinage bill, while the House is unlikely to act sanely. Cleveland’s firm stance halts cheap money legislation and preserves public credit against silverite pressures.
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Congress
Grover Cleveland
Senate
Jones
Nevada
House
White House
Harrison
Mass meeting to aid distressed Newfoundlanders in Boston
Boston citizens plan a mass meeting at Knights of Honor Hall 720 Washington St to raise funds for Newfoundland relief. East Cambridge contributors will hand over last Wednesday’s charity proceeds to a fund via Kidder Peabody Co and clothing donations are coordinated with Stratton Little Co and wharf manager I C McKie. A schooner Jubilee may sail soon if needed. attendees asked to join February 16 at 8 pm, with all gifts welcomed regardless of amount.
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Newfoundland
Boston
Knights of Honor Hall
Washington Street
New England
United States
East Cambridge
Young’s Hotel
Kidder, Peabody & Co
C. F. Stratton
Stratton, Little & Co
I. C. McKie
Rowe’s Wharf
Jubilee
Curtis
Massachusetts
Prevent the Grip with Care and Scott’s Emulsion
The article advises two defenses against the Grip good self care and Scott’s Emulsion. It warns against stopping care early, notes the disease is rarely fatal but can lead to serious follow on illnesses, and highlights cod liver oil plus hypophosphites as the key ingredients that strengthen recovery and digestion.
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Scott
Ex Queen Denounces Trial as Unlawful in Hawaii Crisis
The Mariposa brings Honolulu reports on the late treason trial of the ex-Queen. She denies complicity, claims authority to form a cabinet pre abdication, and argues the court infringes Hawaii’s laws. She urges peace, unity, and adherence to republican principles. Royalists in San Francisco organize annexation clubs while martial law remains. Deportations of foreigners linked to the case stir sensational impact.
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San Francisco
Mariposa
Honolulu
Republic of Hawaii
Hawaii
Boston Church Notes Highlight Weekend Sermons
The Rev. Walter Calley will speak on Boston's Shame at Association Hall Bowdoin Street Sunday at 345 p m with boy choir music. Several ministers including Rev Philip S Moxom D D and Rev Mary T Whitney will preach at Prospect Street Cambridge and Parker Memorial Sunday evening. Lectures by E S Yovtcheff, a Bulgarian refugee, cover Turks life. Unitarian Sunday School Society cancels Easter service. Appointments announced for Lenten noon services at St Pauls. Easter convention meets at Christ Church Cambridge Feb 19 after constitution changes.
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Walter Calley
Tabernacle Baptist Church
Bowdoin Square
Boston
Association Hall
Boylston
Berkeley Streets
Philip S. Moxom
D. D
Prospect Street
Cambridge
George W. Bain
William Bayard Hale
New England
St. Stephen Street
W. J. Heath
Mr. Lyon
All Souls’ Church
Roxbury
England
St. Paul’s
Floyd Tompkins
John S. Lindsay
Charles H. Brent
Charles J. Ketchum
George J. Prescott
H. S. Nash
Christ Church, Cambridge
White House denies Liliuokalani diary gift claim
The White House stated no present was sent to ex-Queen Liliuokalani and that she was misled by a gift claim attributed to President Cleveland. The denial was issued during her trial and confirms no such gift originated from Cleveland.
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Washington
Liliuokalani
President Cleveland
White House
Cleveland
England to Delay Hawaiian Execution of British Subject Rickard
In Parliament Sir Edward Grey announced that Britain will not permit the Hawaiian government to execute W H Rickard a British subject until a careful scrutiny is completed. The statement signals a diplomatic review of the death sentence amid rising concern over the justice process and international protests.
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London
Edward Grey
England
W. H. Rickard
Advent Christian Church to Hold Evening Services
Elder John A. Cargle a Southern evangelist from Alabama will preach at 8 and 7 20 p m Sunday. The 3 o clock service features Signs of the Times illustrated by a chart. Seats are free.
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Advent Christian Church
Emerald Street
John A. Cargle
Southern Evanglist
Alabama
the Times
Sunday services at Cambridge and Commonwealth avenue churches
The Rev Alexander Blackburn of Clarendon Street Baptist Church Cambridge will preach at 10 30 with a brief sermon by the assistant pastor and Joe Sweeting at 7 30 A M Sunday school at First Baptist Church Commonwealth avenue with Nathan E Wood D D pastor to preach at 10 30 A M and 7 20 P M all are cordially invited.
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Clarendon Street Baptist Church
Alexander Blackburn
First Baptist Church
Cambridge
Joe Sweeting
Commonwealth Avenue
Tme Uy
Nathan E. Wood
D. D
Mount Vernon Church
Beacon Street
Massachusetts Avenue
S. E. Herrick
Temperance Address by Colonel Bain at First Free Church
The First Free Baptist Church on Shawmu avenue corner Rutland street hosts Rev. J. M. Lowden at 10:20 a.m. Colonel George W. Bain, the Kentucky orator, will deliver a temperance address at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited.
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First Free Baptist Church
Shawmu Avenue
Rutland Street
J. M. Lowden
George W. Bain
Kentucky
Tremont Temple Baptist Church Program Sunday
Tremont Temple Baptist Church announces a 10 30 a m sermon by Rev N Boynton on exchange with pastor with the subject Where Is the Kingdom of God Sunday school at 12 15 Gospel service at 3 p m prayer meeting at 6 and 7 30 pm sermon by Rev Dr Lorimer The Times of Persecution or Martyrs New and Old All welcome.
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Tremont Temple Baptist Church
Music Hall
N. Boynton
D. D
Dr. Lorimer
Boston Society OF ‘the New Jenes
Bowdoin Street
Beacon Street
James Reed
Une K. Smyth
Boston Highlands
Christ's Church Service Notice Colchester Longwood
Christ's Church Colchester near Beacon Street Longwood invites all to a 10 30 a m service tomorrow under the care of Rev C D Bradlee D D All welcome to attend and join in worship at the church facilities and location mentioned.
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Christ’s Church
Colchester Street
Beacon Street
Longwood
C.D. Bradlee
D. D
Ministerial Schedule at Manuel Church Services
The Rt. Rev Anson R Graves D D will preach at 9 30 and 10 30 am and 4 pm with the rector delivering the afternoon sermon at Manuel Church.
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Pmmanuel
Anson R. Graves
St John the Evangelist Bowdoin Street Service Times
All seats free at St John the Evangelist on Bowdoin street with morning services at 7 30, 9 80 and 11 with chorus and evening services at 8 and 7 30 with chorus. Belt line routes pass the foot of Bowdoin street near the church.
St Pauls Church Tremont Street Service Schedule
The Rev J S Lindsay rector conducts morning prayer sermon and holy communion at 10 30 a m Sunday school at 8 p m and evening prayer at 4 p m A lecture by the Rev George Hodges D D titled The Ground of Religious Certainty.
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ST. Paul's Church
Tremont Street
J. S. Lindsay
D. D
George Hodges
Bromfield Street M P B Church Service Notice
The Rev. L B Bates D D pastors Bromfield Street M P B Church and Strangers Church Home. Class meeting at 9 30 a m preaching at 10 30 and 7 45 by Rev Emery Wright Sunday school at noon Chinese Sunday school at 1 45 p m League meeting at 6 30 long service at 7 30. Everybody invited seats free to all come.
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Bromfield Street
M. PB
L. B. Bates
D. D
Emery Wright
Poston Sfamen
Eee Street
S. S. Nickerson
Y. P. Mee
Preachers Set Services At First M E Church And People's Temple
The Rev C L Goodell preaches at First M E Church on Temple Street at 10 30 with a sermon Crucified With Christ and a second illustrated talk Blue Galilee at 7 30 The Sunday school meets at noon Epworth League at 6 30 The People’s Temple at Columbus Avenue and Berkeley Street hosts Salvation Army day with General Booth promised and Dr Brady leading services plus a mass muster of new King Jesus recruits last Sunday with 233 new members joining the ranks for soldiers of faith.
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M. BE
Temple Street
C. L. Goodell
M. Epworth League
Blue Galilee
People’s Temple
Columbus Avenue
Berkeley Street
Salvation Army
Booth
Heaven
Earth
Brady
Jesus
Church Services and Memorial Observances in Roxbury and Tremont
Listings show multiple services across St John’s M B Church in South Boston and Tremont Street M E B Church. Memorial addresses for Dr. L D Packard, sermons at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Sabbath school at 12:15 p.m., and evening Epworth League at 6:30 p.m. Also Winthrop Street M B Church features 10:30 a.m. preaching and 7:30 p.m. preaching with a 6:30 p.m. prayer meeting.
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ST. John’s M. DB
South R
Boston
L. D. Packard
J. H. Sherman
Panes T. Gallagher
J. H. Mansfield
Tremont Street
M. EB
W. W. Ramsay
D. D
Stor
Winthrop Street
M. BE
Edward M. Taylor
W. N. Reed
Anday School
Epworth League
The Great War Syndicate Bombards Caerdaff Coast
At 10 o clock a dramatic bombardment by Repeller No 11 destroys Caerdaff fortifications from the sea. A vast chasm replaces the coast, a ship canal idea emerges, and global papers flood with Caerdaff destruction as British policy shifts toward a decisive measure. The Tallapoosa and cable boats move to maintain liaison with Repeller officials.
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Caerdaff
St George’s Channel
Royal Engineers
London
American War Syndicate
Europe
English Channel
Brightom
France
Salvation Army Leader General Booth to Speak in Boston Meetings
Founder and commander in chief General Booth with Commander Bullington Booth and other officers will lead large Salvation Army gatherings in Mechanics Building at 10 am 2:30 pm and 7 30 pm with corps from Boston Cambridge Chelsea Sound vil le Maldon and hundreds of Salvationists from England Also Jubilee Band and seven other army bands will perform The meetings move to Faneuil Hall Music Hall and Hall Monday and Tuesday with Booth addressing crowds Free tickets limited 10 cents to 25 cents available at Washington and Pine street offices Nearly 8000 tickets have been sold and seats are urged to be secured in advance
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Salvation Army
Bullington Booth
United States Forces
Eadie
United States
Lawley
Brewer
New England
Malan
Mechanics
Boston
Cambridge
Chelsea
Soundville
Maldon
England
Jubilee
Faneuil Hall
Music Hall
General Booth
Hall
Moses
Washington Street
Pine Street
Antiquity Unveiled Lecture at First Spiritual Temple
11 a m Spirit hands written messages and spirit power manifestations led by Pierre L O Keele Colville at 11 am with the subject Antiquity Unveiled Standpoints. 8 pm full form through Bliss-Green mediumship. Public invited from all denominations at Cornel and Exeter streets.
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Cornel and
Exeter Streets
Pierre L. O. A. Keele
Colville
Bliss-Green
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Henry J. Quinn
Boston Museum
Amesbury
Mr. Quinn
McCall
Browning, King & Co., Clothiers
Washington St
Cor
Kneeland
la Grippe
Pitts, Kimball & Lewis
Park Theatre
Dole
Warrimoo
Victoria
B. C
J. Cranstown
J. B. Johnstone
A. E. Muller
G. McC. Fiske
Providence
Nash
C. T. Beattie
J. W. Hyde
Danvers
Advent
Baptist
Episco al
Nehodist
U.S. Gov’t
the Great War Syndicate
Frank R. Stockton
Rudder Grange
POST
Dodd, Mead & Co
Halifax
Pilcher
Adamant
Cra
Syndicate
Portsmouth
Ican Syndicate
Repeller
Lon
Brighton
Berle
Bulfinch Place
W. H. Lyon
Savonarola
Y ¥Eff
OLD South Church
Third Church
S. S. Munger
New Haven
South End Tabernacle
Church of Christ
Shawmut Avenue
Madison Street
E. T. Edmonds
Independent
B.D. Mallory
M. Y
Unitarian
John Duckson
Arlington Street Church
Boston Young Men's Christian Ass
Berkeley
Sire
Walter Callistor
the Tabernacle Baptist Church
Doin Square
Boston Life
the Boy Choir
Josh Stewart
Arthur Wessinger
Boston Young Men's Christian Association
B. Y
Parker Mevortal
Preton Streets
Fraternity of Church
Philanth
Marvy T. Whitney
Tester
WM. Bartlett
Lester M. Bartlett
Rossi Gish
Howard M. Dow
Threveryday Church
Shawmutine
Marion Osgand
Ingman
Christian Science
Park Street
Clara F Ochorte
Huntington Avenue
Hospital Terr
Webster
Evangelistic Association of
Justin JD. Fulton
A. J. Gordon
T. C. Evans
People's Temple
Colum Ius Avenue
Francis W. Bakeman
Mechanics’ Building
Brrth
F. New & Sos
Ring Edward St
D .& Com
U. S
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