Dingley Committee Hearings and Brandeis in Tariff Debate
The article mocks the Dingley tariff hearings with Louis Brandeis and notes the clash between consumers and business interests. It argues workers and wage earners deserve a voice, urges prompt committee reporting, and calls for efficient legislative action to set a productive rhythm for the new session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congressman Dingley
Louis D. Brandeis
Dingley
Brandeis
Republican
Arbitration treaty may ease war scares and aid commerce
President Cleveland says the treaty not only reduces the chance of war between signatories but also calms rumors that hurt business. The Venezuelan scare last year damaged markets and spurred gold exports while driving down securities, underscoring the treaty's potential to avert such financial disasters and restore confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Senate
Secretary Long Likely Next New England Portfolio Pick
Washington report suggests Hon. John D. Long of Massachusetts will receive the New England portfolio in President McKinley’s cabinet, likely as Secretary of War. Observers praise his public service, integrity, and leadership as governor and congressman, and expect broad support from Massachusetts and New England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Post
John D. Long
Massachusetts
New England
MacKinley
William C. Endicott
Cleveland
Long
McKinley
Congress
Bancroft
Webster
Everett
Cushing
Boutwell
Richardson
Hoar
Devens
Endicott
Olney
Trusts in Massachusetts Reform by State Legislation
The columnist urges Massachusetts to pass a direct anti trust law to prohibit combinations in restraint of trade and to impose severe penalties including charter forfeiture. They argue state action can outlaw trusts where federal legislation is lacking and call for the 1897 legislature to act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Old Bay State
Boston Harbor
Early Start for 1897 Legislature Sets Tone
Lawmakers face crucial opening month as the new session begins. The record of the year hangs on early actions and the decisions made in these initial weeks.
Observant Citizen and City Notes Highlight Local Quirks
A Boston reader’s column recalls a witty exchange on a streetcar, critiques dusty streets amid dry weather, and notes Charley Bryant’s continued presence in City Hall. It then recounts a Dorchester couple aided by a stranger, and praises attorney Charles Bartlett’s cross-examination in the Woodbury libel case. Finally, it mocks Springfield’s $12,000 fee for receiver Eldridge Anderson and remarks on brewing profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of the Public Works
Tremont Street
School Street
Boylston Street
Woodbury
Charles W. Bartlett
Bartlett
Boston
Springfield
Eldridge R. Anderson
Springfield Brewing Company
Anderson
Framingham Cookery Then and Now by Mrs Stockwell
Menu and recipe fragment list for meals including fruit, oatmeal and cream, baked omelette, roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, and lemon sponge cake. Includes detailed steps for tomato soup, omelette, Yorkshire pudding, and lemon sponge cake with notes on frosting options. Signed by Mrs. F. M. Stockwell of Framingham Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. M. Stockwell
Framingham
Mass
Castoria Advertisement Slogan from Early 1900s
An old advertisement recalls Castoria as a remedy through life stages from baby to mother. The repeated lines emphasize using Castoria for children and descendants as one continuous health product tradition.
Leap Year Secret Shapes a Romantic Confession
Doris an heiress schemes to coax a confession of love from Jack Weston by turning a proposal into a game. The tale follows four friends as Doris reveals how she used a ring and courage to test his feelings, then confronts the awkward truth behind their plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doris Creighton
Doris
Beth
Nettie
Jack
Weston
Svith
Amy
Lucy
Silk Underskirts and Petticoats in Alpaca and Moreen
New York report notes a postholiday pause in retail as shopkeepers take a breath after the rush. The item line highlights silk underskirts and new effective petticoats crafted from alpaca and moreen fabrics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Parisian dancer Otero captivates Paris and arrives in New York
The article notes the arrival of the Parisian dancer Otero in New York aboard La Champagne, famed for beauty and graceful dancing and reputed to wear jewels worth a million dollars gifted by admirers. It also mentions other society items and political notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Otero
Paris
Queen Victoria
Li Hung Chang
Sawyer
Wisconsin
Lawrence University
Appleton
Wis
Nansen
London
Savage Club
Royal Geographical Society
St. James’s Hall
England
Scotland
Ireland
George W. Cable
Gordon Square
Reigate Priory
Priory
William of Orange
Reigate
Thomas A Becket
Canterbury
Eastnord Castle
Malvern Hills
Herefordshire
William D. McHugh
Federal Court For
District of Nebraska
Galena
Faure
St. Petersburg
France
Senate
Chamber of Deputies
Street widening topics at Teamsters banquet
The Master Teamsters' Association held a social in the United States Hotel with 150 attendees and a near 50-50 gender split. Street Commissioner Duane urged widening Cross Street to 70 feet and Pleasant Street to 60 feet to ease traffic and improve civic convenience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Board of Trade
John H. Duane
Cross Street
Pleasant Street
Washington Street
Broadway
Turf Park Square
Amos Towle
William Brickman
James Coyle
Coyle
E. C. Gifford
William E. Lee
Anna Lee
C. W. Smith
Jennie A. Mayer
E. L. Dodge
George P. Page
W. C. Bray
James Forgie
Jennie Forgie
Amos Fowle
Rufus A. Flanders
J. L. Norcross
Hilliard
Luke Hilliard
A. H. Rowe
H. C
JOKERS AND JESTS IN TODAY'S HUMOROUS QUOTES
A collection of witty exchanges and quips from various papers. Includes Mrs Flightly on deliberation and extinction, truths about friendship, and money borrowing. Additional lines feature a commercial traveler, political references, and a playful banter about time and sleighing.
Coffee Party in East Boston by Star of the Sea Ladies
The fourth annual coffee party of the Ladies Aid Society at Star of the Sea parish East Boston was held in St Marys Hall last evening. The hall was decorated with flags and potted plants. John Cunningham oversaw the floor with Anthony Mulhern assisting. Notables included Ferries Superintendent William F McClellan and wife, William F O Donnell, Miss Maggie Hales, John Herbert, Miss Kate Bagley, Mr and Mrs Martin McMahon, Miss Fannie Butt, Thomas Matthews, Miss Katie Collins, Eugene Cronin, Miss Bessie Fitzgerald, Mr and Mrs William Austin Jr, Dr H L Plummer and wife, Thomas Riley, Miss Lettie Green, William T Flannigan, Miss Katie Norton and Joseph Fairclough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Aid Society
Star of the Sea Parish
East Boston
St. Mary’s Hall
John Cunningham
Anthony Mulhern
William F. McClellan
William FF. O’donnell
Maggie Hales
John Herbert
Kate Bagley
Martin McMahon
Fannie Butt
Thomas Matthews
Katie Collins
Eugene Cronin
Bessie Fitzgerald
William Austin, Jr
H. L. Plummer
Thomas Riley
Lettie Green
William T. Flannigan
Katie Norton
Joseph Fairclough
Social club gatherings and officer elections at Boston area events
The St John’s Seminary class of 93 reunion met at Hotel Thorndike with L J Glynn presiding and T McCarthy elected president. Royal Arcanum Club dinner at Hotel Thorndike featured Hon Gorham Gilman and Captain Nathan Appleton. Appleton recently returned from Hawaii. Massachusetts Rifle Association elected Rabbeth president and a large slate of directors at Young’s Hotel. Lynn Diana of Pocahontas hosted Leota Council’s gathering in Charlestown with an impromptu concert. Boston District Eclectic Medical Society held its ladies night at Hotel Thorndike with L L Allen presiding and Angiers and Abbott among speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John’s Seminary
Thorndike
L. J. Glynn
J. A. McCaulay
T. McCarthy
J. Harrigan
Royal Arcanum Club
Alonzo G. Walsh
Gorh
John French
William P. Thompson
Henry S. Harris
Sidney Gleason
Simon W. Card
D. L. F. Chase
Chester A. Coombs
Charles H. Eastman
Willard M. Foster
Charles W. Hinman
John T. Humphrey
John FE. Kelly
Nathaniel C. Nash
Francis
Holm
Burrell
Boston District
Eclectic Medical Society
Nathan Ll. Allen
Pitts Edwin Howes
L. H. Angiers
D. D
Boston theatre scene teems with Irish heritage and stars
Stage matters as Brian Boru’s standard anchors at the Boston Theatre drawing many Irish watchers. Chauncey Olcott performs The Minstrel of Clare at the Columbia. Half a King spurs Francis Wilson’s extended New York run. Maude Adams linked season plans. various actors and acts tour through Tremont, Park, and Bowdoin venues with a busy week of entertainment across the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brian Boru
Boston
Island
Museum
Chauncey Olcott
Clare
Columbia
New York
the Tremont
Louis F. Parker
Rosemary
Daniel Frohman
Maude Adams
John Drew
Ethel Barrymore
India
Guy Wilson
Francis Wilson Opera Company
Georgia Cayvan
Tremont
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Europe
Damrosch Opera Company
W. J. le Moyne
Edward Abeles
the Park
Lottie Gilson
Herr von Palm
Keith
Edwin Milton Boyle
Captain Impudence
American Theatre
Howard Atheneum
Lothrop
Jordan
Bessie Bonehill
Troja
New England
George H. Coes
Bowdoin Square Theatre
Music Hall
Tailors Hold Eleventh Annual Banquet in Parker House
The Merchant Tailors' Exchange of Boston held its eleventh annual banquet at the Parker House last night with about fifty representatives present. Joseph E. Selfe presided over the meeting after officers for 1897 were chosen, including H. H. Woolson as first vice-president Winthrop Messenger as second vice-president H. P. Whitcomb as treasurer and Samuel H. Spring as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merchant Tailors’ Exchange of Boston
Parker House
Joseph E. Selfe
H. H. Woolson
Winthrop Messenger
H. P. Whitcomb
Samuel H. Spring
McKinley at Keith's Draws Republican Elite
Keith's General Manager Albee hosted Boston Republican leaders to a McKinley Biograph showing. Attendees included Edward Mansfield, George Maddock, James Reynolds, Albert Clarke, Albert Lyon, Isaac Hutchinson, Robert Jordan, Walter Sears, George Hibbard, and Augustus Sweat along with many organization members and their families. The Canton parade and McKinley at home scenes drew strong applause and lively reactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albee
Keith’s
Boston
McKinley
Edward ©. Mansfield
Republican Club
George H. Maddock
James B. Reynolds
Republican State Committee
Albert Clarke
Home Market Club
Albert W. Lyon
Marketmen’s Club
Isaac , P. Hutchinson
Messrs
Robert A. Jordan
Walter L. Sears
George A. Hibbard
Augustus T. Sweat
Republican City Committee
Canton
Major McKinley
Societies of Mayflower Descendants Elect Officers at Pilgrim Hall
Delegates from Massachusetts New York Pennsylvania and Connecticut met at Pilgrim Hall Plymouth electing Rev Roderick Terry chairman George Ernest Bowman secretary and choosing a full slate of officers headed by Henry Howland governor general and Myles Standish captain general. A triennial general congress is planned with first meeting in September 1897.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Societies of Mayflower Descendants
Massachusetts
New York
Pennsylvania
Connecticut
Pilgrim Hall
Plymouth
Roderick Terry
D. D
George Ernest Bowman
Boston
General Congress
Henry 5. Howland
Winslow Warren
Francis Olcott Allen
William Waldo Hyde
Charlemagne Tower, Jr
Myles Standish
Richard Henry Green
Orlando Brown
Edward Lord Clarke
Frank William Sprague
Howland Davis
Edward Clinton Lee
J. Granville Leach
Percy Coe Eggleston
William Molthrop Stark
Also Mentioned on This Page
Boston Post
Representative Democratic Paper
Trusts
Charley Bryant
Board of Aldermen
City Hall
Aldermen
Charley Folsom
Damon and
Pythias
Dorchester
Asbury Park
Castoria
Durap
Tan
Morse Bros
the Post
Memmetta Tyler
Station Street
Brookline
Jack Weston
Moreen
Commissioner Duane
Flightly
Mr. Flightly
John
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Brown
Jones
Puck
Brooklyn
Hattie Belle Ladd
Lazarillo
Castle Square Theatre
Miss Ladd
Lettie le Vyne
New Grand Theatre
Potomac
Grand Opera House
Miss Cotrell
Austin & Stone’s
Fay Foster
the Palace
Sam T. Jack
Nickelodeon Museum
Hanover Street
Mkinley
Keith's
Societies OF Mayflower
Mrs. Booths Mission
South Framingham
Grace Church
Ballington Booth
Model Playhouse
Fig. Alberti
Mme. Orland
Mapleson Opera Co
Arthur and
Jennie Dunn
Chas. T. Hills
Casper
Kid St. Onge
Yention
Howard
Rice Item
Gus Hill
Mile
Ann
Conway
Leland
Frank D. Bryan
the Hiatts
Folly
John BE. Drew
Melville
Mulvey
Inman
Cor
Washington and
Dover Sta
York
Olio
Boston Theatre
Eugene Tompkins
Mgr
Whitney Opera CO
Brian
Bri
Boruway Theatre
Hollis Tematre Isaag B. Rich
Jorn Joreev
Empire Theatre
Jage
Globe
Journal
Boston Music Hall
Stoddard
INFE
Yellowstone Park
Russia
the Stock Co
Michael Strogoff
Harry Rogers
Masonic Temple
Babylon
Punn
Nickelodeon
MUSEE
Hanover St
Cohen
Edwards
Malcomb
Platti
Oldes
de Laine
Erson
Wentoner
Weston Sisters
Ed Parker
Nellie Buckley
Haverley and
Williams
Louise Hanson
Gertie McIntire
the le Roux’s
Ada Weston
Nickel
Austin
Stone's
Rosa
Stamboul
Annie Cottrell Ajeeb
Tremont Theatre
Abbey, Schoeffel & Grau Co
Wilson
West Newton St. Armory
Tremont St
Shawmut Ave
O. M. Raymond
Columbia Theatre
Mavourneen
Mr. Olcott
Palace Cour 'A
Sudbury
Sta
Casino DE
Portland
Bay State
India Wharf
F Wilaams
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