Massachusetts Welcomes McKinley in Historic Joint Convention
President McKinley and his Cabinet received an enthusiastic ovation from Massachusetts lawmakers in a rare joint session at the State House. Ex Governor John D. Long led a warm reception and shared remarks with Governor Wolcott as Thomas Meagher drew cheers for his wartime service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
United States
Old Bay
John D. Long
Navy
McKinley
Long
Governor Long
State House
Wade
House
Senate
Smith
Harwood
Middlesex
Fairbanks
Worcester
Maxwell and
Kelcher
Suffolk
Mills
Newburyport
Myers
Cambridge
Hawes
Weysnouth
McCarthy
Boston
Carleton
Executive Department
Wolcotts
Hoar
Alger
J Smith
Bates
Wolcott
Fred S. Dewey
Westfield
Dewey
Thomas Meagher
Tom
Fair Oaks
Thomas
Meagher
John D, Long
Br. Bulls Cough Syrup Story Highlights Remedy History
Br Bulls Cough Syrup has long been known as a remedy for hacking coughs, praised by users for its soothing, expectorant effects and enduring presence in household medicine.
President McKinley Bids Boston Farewell Amid Ceremonies
President McKinley awakened at the Touraine in Boston and joined a series of formal greetings. He toured Grand Army encampments, exchanged smiles with admirers, and viewed Beacon Hill and the Park Street subway as crowds cheered a statesman of national stature.
President's three speeches to the G A R in Boston
President speaks to the Grand Army of the Republic in Boston praising the Civil War victory and loyalty of veterans. He notes dwindling numbers and honors fallen commanders while urging enlistment of more veterans, including Spanish American War heroes, into a unified patriotic group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell A. Alger
Grand Army of the Republic
Long
Boston
Grant
Sherman
Sheridan
Logan
Hancock
The
Republic
Address at the State House by a Massachusetts senator
The speaker reflects on Massachusetts history and liberty at the State House, praising past leaders from Adams to Hoar and Long, and urging brave duty rather than desertion as the nation faces current tests. He recalls the commonwealth as a center of liberty and civil courage guiding future generations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Court
George F. Hoar
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Senate of the United States
Adams
Pickering
Webster
Choate
Everett
Winthrop
Sumner
Wilson
Hoar
Lodge
Massachusetts House of Representatives
John A. Andrew
Congress
Navy
John D Long
Massachusetts
Great Britain
United States
Lincoln
Warranted Syrup of Tar Refund Offer Ad
A list of pharmacists and firms pledge refunds on Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds. The ad promises a 50 cent bottle refund and a 26 cent bottle satisfaction guarantee. Signed by Emery Souther and numerous druggists and firms including Rust & Richardson Drug Co and J. P. Gammon, with over two hundred others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene
Emery Souther
Green
Rust & Richardson Drug
George C. Goodwin & CO
B. F. Bradbury
Washinton
J. O E
Woodward & C
Bromfield
Joseph L. Parker
Tremont
W. A. Demeritt
Columbus
J. D. Knowlton
Washington
J.P. Gammon
Dudley
Samuel Siskind
J. W. A. Chapin
Adams & CO
Washington St
GEO. H. Alexander
Dorchester St
South
Boston
Nation’s unity and trade praised at Algonquin Club
A Boston audience hears a speech celebrating national harmony after the Spanish war, economic expansion, and sound money. The speaker lauds Harvard leaders, naval figures, and Massachusetts resilience, noting strong currency and growing international trade as the nation prospers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Club
United States
Union of Hearts
Union of Hands
Spain
Massachusetts
Harvard College
Harvard
Otis
Manila
Lawton
FE Caney
Cuba
Roosevelt
Leonard Wood
America
Nance
Congress
Boston
President McKinley Sees Boston Transit Thrill Ride
President McKinley visits Park Street Station conducted amid a throng of officials including Governor Walcott and Secretary Long. Dooley of Boston and Prendergast’s firm figure in lighthearted exchanges as the party tours the Broadway Cambridge subway and Algonquin Club banquet before departing for the capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hennessey
Mr. Dooley
Chicago
Peter Dunn
Long
William L. Dooley
J. M. Prender
Speeches At New London As McKinley Arrives
President McKinley and party train to Washington stopped in New London Connecticut at 8 45 pm amid rain and cheering crowds of 500 to 600 at the depot. He spoke briefly and introduced Secretary of the Treasury Gage who also spoke. Postmaster General Smith attempted remarks but was drowned out by nearby engine noise. The train departed at 8 45 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wolcott
Massachusetts
Commonwealth
United States
Long
Treasury
Lyman J. Gage
McKinley
Touraine
Mechanics' Hall
MecKinley
Methodist Church
Secretary Long
Gage
Smith
America
Bernard Fox
8. S. Stoddard
Grove Hall
Carmen
Walcott
Bliss
Carney
Francis F. Bowen
Walcott l
Lang
Mayer Quincy
Boston
New London
Conn
Washington
Choate
Secretary of the Treasury
Old Bay State
John D. Long
Secretary of the Navy
Union Pacific Railroad
Central Pacific Railroad
Mr. Gage
President McKinley Arrives in New Haven on Special Train
President McKinley and party arrived at New Haven in a special train at 10 15 tonight. Fewer than fifty people were on hand at the station. The journey resumed at 10 20 o clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Conn
McKinley
Luncheon and Reception for President McKinley in Boston
The Commercial Club hosted a noon reception and luncheon at the Algonquin Club on Commonwealth Avenue for President McKinley and visiting dignitaries. Speeches by Lyman J. Gage and John D. Long praised the administration and urged fiscal prudence and national unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Club
McKinley
Boston
Algonquin Club
Commonwealth Avenue
Charles F. Choate
William Whitman
C. H. Allen
Lucius Tuttle
W. B. Kennard
Jerome Jones
William H. Lincoln
A. H. Hardy
A. S Wheeler
O. H. Sampson
A. W. Beard
Robert Batchelder
F. P. Carpenter
H. L. Rice
L. G. Burnham
R. M. Burnet
Choate
Lyman J. Gage
Russell A. Alger
Gage
Snog T
Grosvenor
Bliss
Long
Richard Olney
L. J. Gage
C. F. Choate
Roger Wolcott
Alger
Smith
Josiah Quincy
Alexander S. Wheeler
Keogh Beats Ott in High-Scoring Challenge at Local Rink
Champion Keogh offered 6 percent to any player scoring 125 against him but St Louis Kid won the $10 for 125 in a 160 to 143 victory. Boston players Fitzgibbons Lynn and Barnes set for Saturday at Mure ray Irwin's. Promote Dean's Ointment for itching piles sold at drag stores for 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson's
eAnoy Street
Boston
Sidues Opticians
Anover ST
Keogh
St. Louis
Fitzgibbons
Lynn and Barnes
Mureray & Irwin's
Dean
Also Mentioned on This Page
Legislature
M’kinley
Secretary of War
George E. Smith
John L. Bates
M'Kinley
Terminal Station
Mr. McKinley
Plunkett
Home Market Club
Grand Army
Tremont Temple
Duke
Major
Victor
Mac
Tong
Bartlett
Department of This Commonwealth
Beacon Hill
Park Street
Boston Elevated Railway
Ll” Company
Tollgate
Gaston
Oy Oh
Senate and
House of Representatives of
Whipple
Brockton
Post
Boston Post
G. A. R. Mer
le Cay
Hunter
Baltimore
Wellington A, Hardy
Broad St
Bovion, Mass
Burnett
J. M. Prendergast
T. Jefferson Coolidge, Jr
George G. Crocker
Swain
Thomas J. Gargan
B. Leighton Beal
Transit Commission
Bancroft and Parker
General Bancroft
Rugg
Scollay, Adams
Haymarket Squares
Union Station
Haymarket Square
Scollay Square
Boylston Street
Mr. M’kinley
South Terminal
Lancers
Dewey Square
Mr. Long
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!