Salvation Army Opens New England Congress in Boston
The Salvation Army holds its largest New England gathering in Boston this week led by Commander Ballington Booth and Colonel Evans. Over 500 officers attend with marches through the city and events at Tremont Temple Park Square depot and 886 Washington Street. A wedding banquet follows and a platform wedding at the Temple marks the Congress finish.
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Boston
Major Brewer
Salvation Army
New England
Ballington Booth
William Evans
Brewer
Brengle
Maine
New Hampshire
Summons
Massachusetts
Parker
Edith Marshall
Auxiliary Department
May Agnew
Gerberich
Washington Street
Booth
Evans
Hanover
Tremont Temple
Temple
Eva Thompson
New England Congress
The
Suppressed Satolli Propositions at Archbishops’ Meeting
The World reports that during the November archbishops session in New York, five proposed clauses on Catholic schooling were withheld from the public copy. Details show stricter school controls, equal funding aims, and exams for teachers, with controversy over Satolli being misled by others including Archbishop Ireland.
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New York
World Today
Mgr. Satolli
Mgr. Satoli
Ireland
Sacred Congregation
Satolli
Mer. Satolli
Holland House
Blaine Nearing End as Illness Deepens at Mansion
Relatives report no hope for recovery of Mr. Blaine as his condition remains critical. Vice President Morton and other officials visit the Blaine home while reporters monitor ongoing bulletins. A close friend describes brain supply failing, noting Mrs. Blaine’s unwavering bedside devotion throughout the crisis.
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Blaine
Morton
Bontelle
Foster
Halford
Mr. Blaine
Washington
Typhus Kills Six on North Brother Island
Six deaths from typhus fever occurred on North Brother Island during Saturday night. The deceased were David Welsh, John Farley, Richard Denny, James Ward, James Navin, and Thomas Malone. Three new cases were reported today, with two suspected cases in Bellevue Hospital’s reception test.
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New York
North Brothers Island
David Welsh
John Farley
Richard Denny
James Ward
James Navin
Thomas Malone
Bellevue Hospital
Blaze at Cliftondale
Fire in Lynn Cliftondale destroys the Chatfield block and a small wooden building. The Chatfield block owned by Captain William Chatfield of Boston is lost with insured coverage. total losses include T. L. Godey undertaker $200 and others, plus S. W. Rea shoe dealer $500 and G. W. Dexter $500. Bond block damaged $300.
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Lynn
Cliftondale
Chatfield
William Chatfield
Boston
T. L. Godey
J. H. Stewart
Cliftondale Lodge
Odd Fellows
Sangus Lodge
Order of the Golden Cross
Henry F. Fisk
Saugus Veteran Firemen’s Association
S. W. Rea
G. W. Dexter
Bond
O. H. Bond
S. F. Rea
Dr. Hutchinson
Rea
Post Exclusive Highlights Include Interviews and Revelations
The Post features exclusive Saturday items such as Amy Robsart speaking with Mrs Jack Gardner, exposés on the gas trust and opium dens beyond Chinatown, plus an interview with Councilman Parker. Also noted is a lively discussion on running a newspaper and other bright, newsy material you won’t find in other papers.
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Post
The
Amy Robsart
Jack” Gardner
New Hampshire Lawyer Dead at Dublin Summer Home
Horace G. Wood of New York City died this morning at his Dublin New Hampshire summer residence from dropsy. He was an able lawyer and the author of eight law books on different subjects, universally recognized as authorities.
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Peterboro
N. H
Horace G. Wood
New York City
Dublin
N. Fl
Ghastly Find in Cambridge Cellar
Captain Folsom of the Cambridge police found Bernard Sarsfield missing resident dead in his cellar at No 8 Hancock Street. The body showed rat mutilation and several liquor flasks lay nearby. Medical Examiner Swan ruled the death due to alcoholism.
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Cauptain Folsom
Cambridge
Bernard Sarsfield
Sarsfield
Hancock Street
Swan
Auction of Oriental Rugs and Carpets At Branfield Street
Leonard and Co. announce an early sale of a large rug collection featuring Teheran Persian Herize Ghiordes Ineli Demirjik Kirman Nazik Gullistan Mohair Hamedan and Sultanic carpets. Also offered are Shirvan Dabistan Persia Zakaz Karabagh Mehlez Anatolian Bokhara Afghanistan Khiva Beloochistan Cashmere plus silk mohair royal Persian pieces and antiques. Auction opens Wednesday at 3 pm and runs through Saturday.
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Leonard & Co
Branfield Street
Gullistan
Shirvan
Dabistan
Persia
Kazak
Karabagh
Mehlez
Anatolian
Bokhara
Afghanistan
Khiva
Beloochistan
Iran
Governor Russell Promises Stronger Powers and Accountability
From the Boston Times Governor Russell in his inaugural speech opposes the Executive Council and argues that expanded gubernatorial powers will bring greater responsibility, with the people assured safety and governance aligned with the increased authority.
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Boston Times
Russell
Executive Council
The Flying Snow on the Brighton Road Parade
A vivid description of a lengthy procession along the old Brighton road yesterday, featuring bells on sleighs and runners. The scene shows varied sleighs and vehicles moving in a continuous, festive line all afternoon, with many families and solitary riders joining the parade.
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Old Brighton
Old Mile
Criticism of Inquiry Orders Delays Legislation
A legislative report condemns the widespread use of inquiry orders as a basis for general legislation. It argues these orders delay bills and encourage last minute action. Speaker Jarrett notes a leak from a confidential report discussed yesterday.
Sleighing Carnival Draws Notables On Sunday Parade
A Sunday sleighing scene showcases a mix of Russian Canadian and Danish designs as well as improvised rigs. Notable attendees include M. T. Clark, Merry Downing, Patrick Heffernan, Dr. Otis H. Marion, George Kendal, James Gallagher, Alfred Grant, James Eames, Sam Rosenberg, Harry Hollis, Ira Bickford, Charles W. Glidden, Sam Quirk, David C. Seager, H. B. Goodenough, M. Donahue, E G Richardson, Minnie Williams, O'Brien, and Fannie Sexton. The procession features plumes, bells, and varied sleighs, with a solemn Sunday mood and little racing.
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M. T. Clark
Sullivan
Merry Downing
Patrick Heffernan
Otis H. Marion
Allston
George Kendal
James Gallagher
Brighton
Alfred Grant
Boston
James Eames
Sam Rosenberg
Somerville
Harry Hollis
Lewis Fisher
Ira Bickford
Charles W. Glidden
Sam Quirk
David C. Seager
H. B. Goodenough
North of Somerville Packer Faces Debt and Speculation
Charles M. North a Somerville pork packer jailed over a $70.50 debt is bailed by Dr. James A. Dow and Mrs. Alice L. Dow of Cambridge. He claims vast holdings in a West coast land company and a Nova Scotia gold mine venture, citing large profits but refusing to reveal exact locations. A Providence dealer says North thrived in trades but lost sums in speculative bets and could have been worth over 1 million if he had kept Swift shares, which he sold for $515,000 to exit the venture.
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Charles M. North
Somerville
James A. Dow
Alice L. Dow
Cambridge
Nova Scotia
Mr. North
Railroads
North
Swift
Toboggan Chute Thrills 300 At Corey Hill
Saturday night on Corey Hill the toboggan event drew about 300 spectators. The run lasts two minutes and a ten minute walk returns riders to the start. The club is thriving with nearly double the members from last year and a committee of ten chaired the evening.
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Corey Hill
Onerie
Messrs
A. D. Peck
F. M. Seamans
C. H. Wright
Charles Harrington
Herbert E. Gutterson
F. J. Burrage
A. B. Dearborn
G. H. Pigott
H. F. Odell
Frank J. Willis
Honest Inquirer address at Boston Young Men's Christian Association
The Rev. John B. McElwain of Clarendon Street Baptist Church spoke at the Boston YMCA Sunday afternoon on the topic An Honest Inquirer. Members and guests were moved by his earnest words while musical selections directed by Joseph Stewart delighted attendees.
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John BE. McElwain
Clarendon Street Baptist Church
Boston Young Men’s Christian Association
McElwains
Joseph Stewart
Association
In Other Words Become Republicans
A South Boston Review piece mocks Chinese residents and Celestials, urging retaliation against Boston officials by learning to shout down platform speakers and to subvert the Australian ballot law by marking more crosses than permitted.
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South Boston Review
Boston
Common Council
Machinists Report Big Gain in Local Membership
The Machinists Union No 1 has expanded its member list since joining the American Federation of Labor. The Executive Board decided to seek larger quarters for members. The plot of the Clothing firm Rhodes Ripley Co is to be boycotted by the United Garment Workers Union No 1. The Governor Will Attend Trades Ball. Building Trades Council reported ball preparations completed with Governor Russell and Mayor Matthews expected. Massachusetts union carpenters push eight hour workday this year. Earnest work underway to reach goal.
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Building Trades Council
Russell
Matthews
Union Carpenters
Massachusetts
Rhodes, Ripley & Co
Summer Street
United Garment Workers’ Union
President White Receives Large Gift From Union Group
President Robert White of the Building Laborers Protective Union was presented yesterday with a substantial sum of money as a token of the esteem in which he is held by the organization.
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Robert White
The
Building Laborers’ Protective Union
Missionary Meeting Draws Grand President Henry Miller
Grand President Henry Miller of the National Brotherhood of Electrical Workers spoke at a local union missionary meeting in Type Hall yesterday afternoon.
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Henry Miller
National Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Type Hall
Spicy Labor Events and Union Leaders in Boston
The Boston Journeymen Tailors Union met in Grand Army Hall to arrange their annual ball. The Hebrew section of the Socialistic Labor party held an educational meeting at 45 Eliot Street yesterday. Hi J Felz, longtime organizer of the United Garment Workers of America and ex-secretary of locals 1 and 25, has left his trade and will tour for a prominent Boston case.
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Boston Journeymen Tailors’ Union
Grand Army Hall
Socialistic Labor Party
Eliot Street
Hi. J. Felz
United Garment Workers of America
Boston
Rige's Surprise Party Opens in Boston Burlesque Run
The Boston burlesque scene notes 1492 touring through Tremont Globe Park Hollis Street Theatre with Manager Rice arranging a Columbia Theatre stop before Philadelphia and a Chicago farewell. Theresa Vaughan Mae Branson Eileen Karl Marie Hilton and others receive praise as the cast prepares new novelties for a Boston return.
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Boston
New York
Tremont
New England
Hollis Street
Creme de la Creme
Rice
Messrs. Rich & Harris
Columbia Theatre
Philadelphia
Chicago
Theresa Vaughan
Annie Rooney
Mae Branson
Eileen Karl
Marie Hilton
Bowery
Signor Perugini
Richard Harlow
Isabella
Edward M. Favor
Mr. Kirke
John Chinaman
Messrs
Walton
Slavin
C. J. Alden
James Lee
Banco Steerer
Irls
Three Woburn Offic Kind One Man Too Many
William Packard of Stoneham created a scene on a Montvale Stoneham car. He demanded money from James O'Brien and Mrs. O'Brien, fired at them, then fled. In Central Square he threatened officers, was pursued and captured. Mrs. O'Brien identified him. he faces multiple charges in Woburn. Packard is about 25.
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Wosurn
William Packard
Stoneham
Montvale
Packard
Woburn
James O’brien
O’brien
Albany Street
Central Square
Small
Sculley
Hunter
Big Contract Commented By Charlestown Officials
In the Charlestown Enterprise Alderman Lee and President Barry are praised as capable leaders. The piece urges them to restrain verbose yet empty talkers among local statesmen in embryo.
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Charlestown
Lee
Barry
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Manchester
the Order of Inquiry
Speaker Barrett
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Victoria and Duchesse
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President White
the Building Laborers’ Union
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Rige
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Boards of Fire
John Hancock Building
Devonshire ST
Boston Room
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WM. Brewer
Ary
America
WM. Evans
TAF
GEO. R. Libby & CO
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Liam Packard
Boston Veterinary Hospital
Albany
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