Noted Horsewoman Files Libel Suit Against Husband in Salem
Mrs. Alice C. R. Pierce, a famed horsewoman tied to the Vanderbilts, seeks divorce from millionaire husband Thomas W. Pierce in Topsfield listing cruel and abusive treatment. The couple’s 5-year-old daughter remains in Mr. Pierce’s custody as Mrs. Pierce, long prominent in Boston Newport and New York society, spends time with her brother in Long Island.
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Boston
New York
Salem
Thomas W. Pierce
America
Newport
Mrs. Perce
Long Island
N. Y
Mr. Pierce
Mrs. Pierce
Pierce
Alice C. R. Pierce
Alice Rogers
M Morrow Discharged in Dorchester Real Estate Case
Philip McMorrow, a well known Dorchester citizen, was discharged yesterday by Judge Murray in the Municipal Court on charges arising from a real estate transaction brought by William J. Mullaney. McMorrow offered no evidence.
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Philip McMorrow
Dorchester
Murray
William J. Mullaney
McMorrow
John Wesley Gaines Honored as Pride of Tennessee
A poem recited in the House extols John Wesley Gaines as the pride of Tennessee. The tribute praises his intellect and character, highlighting his notable contributions and standing among Tennesseans.
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John Wesley Gaines
Tennessee Representative Gaines Attacks Mahon in Congress
In Washington on January 10, Representative John Wesley Gaines of Tennessee tried to strike Representative Mahon of Philadelphia. A chaotic brawl was averted as about a dozen members restrained Gaines, and the acting speaker's gavel snapped in the melee. The two later shook hands and ended the incident.
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Washington
John Wesley Gaines
Tennessee
Mahon
Philadelphia
Gaines
Congress clash over pay dock and liar accusation
In a tense House scene Gaines attacked Mahon for missing 95 percent of sessions while Mahon retorted the claim was a deliberate falsehood. The quarrel escalated to shoving and a gavel mishap as several members separated them amid uproar.
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Mr. Mahon
Crisp
Mahon
Tennessee
Gaines
Ollie James
Kentucky
Taylor
Alabama
Bell
Georgia
Williams
Mississippi
Stafford
Wisconsin
Penn
Miss Helen Thomas to Host Record-Setting Boston Debut
A $25,000 party marks the debut of Miss Helen Thomas at the Hotel Somerset Boston hosted by Mr and Mrs Washington B Thomas of Gloucester Street The event aims to be the era’s most lavish social coming out with costs exceeding twenty five thousand dollars and attended by society’s elite.
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Helen Thomas
Paris
Miss Thomas
Somerset
Pride’s Crossing
Boston
Commonwealth Avenue
Washington B. Thomas
Gloucester Street
Europe
Cabinet Officers To Control Country's Antiquities
Washington reports steps by War Interior and Agriculture secretaries to enforce the act preserving American antiquities Jurisdiction over ruins and historic objects outlined with Agriculture over lands inside military reservations Interior over all other federal lands No permits for removal of monuments that can be preserved by the United States under federal control.
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Washington
Secretaries of War, Interior and Agriculture
Secretary of Agriculture
Secretary of the Interior
Government of
United States
Executive Committee
Mauna Loa Eruption Seen From Sea for 100 Miles
The Mauna Loa crater at the summit erupted at midnight, creating a magnificent display. The eruption is visible up to 100 miles at sea, drawing observers from Honolulu and surrounding areas.
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Honolulu
Mauna Loa
Sisters of Holy Cross Endorse Father John's Medicine
The Sisters of Holy Cross of Nashua New Hampshire recommend Father John's Medicine for colds and throat and lung troubles. They claim it prevents pneumonia and grip and cures cold symptoms.
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Nashua
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Father John
Moran Probes Clover Club Inquiry in Boston
John B. Moran and a Boston grand jury examined how liquors were served at the Clover Club. Joseph H. ONeil, president of the club, met with the district attorney with Frank Wells, carrying papers. The club, a prominent social body, counts many business leaders among its members and hosts noted banquets and the Waste Basket feature. ONeil is also president of Federal Trust Company and a friend of Mayor Fitzgerald.
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John B. Moran
Grand Jury
Clover Club
Joseph H. O'Neil
District Attorney’s Office
Frank Wells
Boston
Moran
Club
Joseph “H
O'Neil
The
Federal Trust Company
Fitzgerald
O’neil
Josiah Quincy
Prouty Moves to Repeal Boston Midnight Hotel Licenses
Senator Charles N. Prouty of Spencer in the Worcester Hampden district announces a bill to repeal the midnight 12 o clock hotel liquor license law. He argues repeal will curb drinking education campaigns and align with Boston habits, noting scant attendance at midnight hotels and labeling twelve o clock drinking a failure. He says a strong temperance current supports repeal this year.
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Charles N. Prouty
Spencer
Worcester-Hampden
Senate
Boston
Prouty
Clover Club Banquets Used Exchange Club as Caterer
The Clover Club banquets are held at the Exchange Club in the downtown district. An agreement says the Exchange Club acts as caterer and hires waiters while supplying wines and food. Laws on liquor are strict and a possible violation is noted. The district attorney and Lieutenant Lee have gathered evidence and attended a Clover Club banquet. O'Neil and Wells offered little comment when leaving the district attorney's office.
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Clover Club
Exchange Club
Lieutenant Lee
Lee
O'Neil
Wells
Canadian Club Votes to Seek Canadian Coin Fare Acceptance
At the Canadian Club annual meeting last evening members instructed the secretary to contact Mayor Fitzgerald about urging the Boston Elevated Company to accept Canadian money for fares. The move follows the Mayor’s suggestion, aiming to match Canada’s acceptance of American silver for Canadian visitors in Boston.
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Fitzgerald
Boston Elevated Company
Canada
Boston
Bakers Denounce Blue Laws At Annual Meeting
Indignation over the enforcement of blue laws was voiced at the Master Bakers' Association annual banquet at D S McDonald's Restaurant. Speakers argued bread making on Sunday is a necessity. Officers elected: President B S Ferguson, Vice President Walter D Pratt, Secretary E C Campbell, Treasurer George A Sanderson.
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Master Bakers’ Association
D. S. McDonald’s
B. S. Ferguson
Walter D. Pratt
E. C. Campbell
George A. Sanderson
Rogers vows to stay in country opposing ICC papers
New York dispatch quotes H. H. Rogers denying attempts to serve him with a writ to stop his departure amid ICC proceedings. He declares no force can pull him from the United States.
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H. H. Rogers
New York
Interstate Commerce Commission
Four Men Rescued From Capsized Dory in Boston Harbor
In icy sea and gale conditions, Captain Hawes and the tug Annie saved four men after they clung to a capsized dory in Boston Harbor. The group, including Captain Carlson and crew members, endured an hourlong struggle in freezing water before rescue.
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Hawes
Annie
Four Brave Men Rescue Stranded Boatsmen At East Boston Harbor
Four men displayed exceptional bravery risking their lives to save companions from a watery grave after a capsizing near Noddle Island. Captain Harry Carlson and deck hand August Mannstrom of Central Railroad Barge No 12 along with brothers Robert and Albin Anderson, all from East Boston, clung to the craft until rescue by Captain Hawes. The dory capsized in heavy seas as night fall and cold drenched the men before a wave overturned it.
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Captain Hawes
Annie
Hawes
Harry Carlson
August Mannstrom
Central Railroad
New Jersey
Robert Anderson
Albin Anderson
Webster Street
Boston
Andersons
Central Railroad Company of
Carlson
East
East Boston
Noddle Island
Dory
Storm warnings sweep Atlantic to West Coast coasts
Weather notices warn the Atlantic coast from Sandy Hook to Eastport and the middle and northern California coast of an approaching storm. Coastal advisories urge precautions for mariners and residents along the shore.
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Sandy Hook
Eastport
Washington
Atelantic
California
Weather forecast for Boston and New England
The bulletin says Boston area will see rain or snow on Friday with a turning to fair weather by Saturday. In New England, rain or snow is expected Friday with warmer temperatures and strong southwest to west winds, followed by partly cloudy skies on Saturday.
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Boston
Vicinity
Washington
New England
Temperature at Thompson's Spa Yesterday
The report from Thompson's Spa at 219 Washington Street lists yesterday's temperature readings with a daily average of 24.20 degrees and notes the thermometer's earlier times. The ad ends with an herbal claim: GOOD FOR COUGHS AND COLDS. The quickest cure is Lung Kuro.
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Thompson’s Spa
Washington Street
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Pride OF
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Fairyland
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