Ward 8 Firings Probed by City Council Committee
A city council investigating panel opened hearings in the Dominion Council chamber into discharge of Ward 8 workers amid claims of political motivation. Twenty six witnesses were summoned. twelve appeared, including Ward 8 Councilman Cuddy and several department heads, with Mayor Quincy directing information flow through his office.
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City Council Hearing Reveals Pressure and Discharges
The council committee, led by President Wiley, questioned witnesses including William Lowe and John Jeffres about political coercion and wrongful discharge in city departments. Testimony described threats to vote a certain way, party pressure from officials, and interruptions as the mayor departed.
Pere Marquette Council installs officers for coming year
The Pere Marquette Council 271 Knights of Columbus announces its officers for the year led by Grand Knight P. J. McMahon and Deputy Grand Knight John J. Collins. A 40-member chorus rehearses for a minstrel show at St. Augustine's Hall on Washington's Birthday.
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Boxing Bout Ends in Tenth Round on Foul Referee Decision
The vintage bout between Broad of Cleveland and Patterson of Brooklyn concluded with a foul, as Referee Charley White halted the fight and awarded victory to Straus. The earlier ten round semi and subsequent preliminaries drew betting shifts, with McCoy favored before evening out.
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Early era ring clash ends with McCoy knockdown and referee ruling
The report details a boxing bout with McCoy and Sharkey. McCoy is knocked down in the eighth and again later, with a contested clinch rule and a conference to define clinching. Tim Hurst is named referee, and both fighters prepare for a late ring entry at 10:40.
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Sharkey Dominates McCoy in Lopsided Round One
In a boxing bout, Sharkey presses the attack from the start landing repeated body and head blows. McCoy falters after a sharp left and right flurry, staggers near the ropes, goes down twice as the referee counts, and Sharkey is declared the winner as McCoy cannot continue after the first round.
Carnegie Says Bryan Could Defeat the Treaty
In Washington on January 10 Andrew Carnegie said the peace treaty could be defeated in the Senate. He urged William Jennings Bryan to oppose it publicly, warning that opposition is growing and a one third vote could block ratification.
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McCoy Dominates First Round in Narrow Bout with Sharkey
In a lively early round McCoy outboxed Sharkey with swift footwork and jabs. Sharkey pressed after the bell, but the Kid repeatedly sidestepped and lashed out with lefts to the face and body, keeping Tom off balance and leading to a decisive mid-round sequence. The round ends with both men evenly tired and betting $500 that McCoy will win by knockout.
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Sharkey Beats McCoy In Fast Clean Heavyweight Bout
The January New York fight between Sharkey and McCoy impressed with speed and clever defense. Sharkey, outweighed, recovered after two third round knockdowns and claimed the Kid’s measure. McCoy showed middleweight form but fought out of class. Sharkey vowed to defend his title and to meet Fitzsimmons, while O Rourke prepared a forfeit to secure a world match. Tim Hurst praised the bout as unusually fast and skillful.
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Boston Shivers as Cold Wave Grips Northeast
Forecaster Smith warns of extreme cold tonight with a rise expected Thursday. The coldest spot was White River Michigan's east shore at 26 below zero, while Key West reached 74 degrees. Boston's temps varied from subzero overnight to single digits by morning, Calais Maine registered 10 below, and major cities posted above freezing readings in the day. The cold belt stretches across New England, the lake region, parts of New York and Canada, shifting north by Thursday.
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Campello Takes Two Of Three In Duck Pin Duel
In Brockton on January 10 Campello upset the Metropolitans two games to one in a three game duck pin match. The Belvidere Monteto game was postponed due to players ill with the grip. Final scores show Campello 406 and Met 452 with a 412 1240 OD scorer reververe Shane Metropolitan.
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Cold Wave Across New England and Nearby States
Multiple cities report freezing temperatures on January 10 and 11. Readings include Augusta Maine 12 below at morning, Bangor 20 below, Portland 8 to 15 below, Manchester New Hampshire 12 to 15 below, and Portsmouth 8 below at 1:30 am, with continuing subzero levels across the region.
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Central and Glendon players top interclub meet results
In Massachusetts Interclub League action Central pair Daniels and Dillingham led a strong showing with billiards and whist points. Glendon and teammates won most bowling and table game points as listed scores show Central totals 257 in billiards and whist wins, while Glendon contributions reached 255 and 150 in various events.
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Regular Meeting of the Ley Cycle Club Set for February
A next regular meeting of the Ley Cycle Club was scheduled. A committee was appointed to select officers for the election, to take place in February, RID Y.
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Americans Confer In Manila On Philippine Policy
Manila correspondent reports a high level meeting between American and Filipino commissions at Aguinaldo's request. Aguinaldo named Flores Aquilles and Torres. Otis named Hughes Smith and Crowder. Otis said the goal was mutual understanding of policies and aims, with a frank discussion.
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Wood Denies Friction as He Heads to Washington
The US transport Mississippi arrived at Santiago de Cuba carrying General Wood, the military governor, who plans to depart for Washington immediately. He says no friction exists with locals and notes improvements in sanitation and Americanized governance as annexation sentiment grows among Spaniards.
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Filipinos sever ties with U S consul over fund dispute
The Filipino committee in Hong Kong breaks with United States consul Rounseville Wildman and files a Supreme Court writ seeking 7,000 they allege were deposited with Wildman as treasurer of the Filipino independent fund in June. They warn of sensational disclosures about U S recognition of Filipinos as belligerents and arms support linked to Aguinaldo.
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Sagasta Denies Spain Cabinet Crisis After Audience
Premier Sagasta met Queen Regent and announced no cabinet crisis and no vote of confidence. He said the ministry would present itself to Parliament, stirring excitement in political circles over the expected crisis.
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Cuban Evacuation Commission Reports Quiet Havana
Major-General Wade and Major-General Butler reported to Secretary Alger that Havana was quiet and satisfactory when Butler departed Saturday. They noted many antagonistic interests but no trouble likely to require action, if judgments and discretion are exercised.
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Yorktown Sails for Manila with Dewey Otis Instructions
The gunboat Yorktown leaves Cal after noon for Manila via Honolulu under full steam. It is expected to reach in about three weeks barring delays at Honolulu. The ship carries full instructions to Admiral Dewey and General Otis regarding the situation in the Philippines.
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Chelsea Board Approves Tax Anticipation Loan
The Chelsea Board of Aldermen authorized borrowing 390000 in anticipation of taxes. Mayor Littlefield telegraphed he to return to Chelsea this week. Leonard A. Trent was elected as member of the school committee.
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Taunton Defeats New Length in One-Sided Polo Game
Taunton beat New Length 10 to 4 in a local polo match at home. Key players include Magee Dawson and Faber for Taunton and Newford Rushe- Magee for New Length. Referee Hatch officiated before a modest crowd.
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Corbett's Column Highlights Boston Bankers and Copper Craze
A bustling column notes Harvey Fisk & Sons moving to 16 Congress Street and C. A. Putnam & Co. new Exchange building offices. It praises their security dealings and local banking solidity,Then shifts to copper stock fever, copper kings, and investment tips including Arthur Atkinson & Co. advices. It closes with fashion, local merchants, and a brief chess update on Janowski vs Showalter.
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