Downfall of a Brilliant Young Man Named Fred Irving
Identified as Fred L. Irving, once a promising schoolboy in New England, now accused of assault on an officer and a Dec. 14 break in at A. W. Coombs in Portland. Neighbors and old schoolmates recall opium use, mental imbalance, and police inquiries as Portland authorities pursue the case amid questions of his past brilliance and newspaper notoriety.
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Ex-champion McAuliffe’s fall sparks boxing debate
The Post debunked Jack McAuliffe’s attempted deal with Dick Burge and sparked talk of a new lightweight champion. Names mentioned include Mike Daly Billy Myers Austin Gibbons and Dick Burge with August or September set for a title fight. Maffit Flaherty’s accident and Ted Pritchard’s fighting plans also noted.
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Sullivan
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Maffit Flaherty
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Maines
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Boxing notes and athletic events announced for clubs
Entries for the B A A boxing meeting close January 18 with H S Cornish. Fees are one dollar and returned to contestants. A Columbia Cycle Club tournament in Hartford tomorrow night leads to B A A show bouts with referee Cornish. James McCluskey will fight at the Columbus event. prize a gold watch. Crosby trains for A A and championship meets. N E A A A A board meets tonight at K A A A. Cooper Social Athletic Club hosts February 1 ball. Trimount Club gears for January 27 ball. Rowe Mouakley match race February 11 canceled due to Mouakley tendon injury.
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The Amateur Circus at Arena Promises Big Leaps
The programme for the amateur circus in the Arena during the last week in April features big acts. Harvard men will perform leaps over horses and high tumbling. A Japanese student from Harvard will display pole balancing and clever postures as part of the entertainment.
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Hagen Defeats Breen In Mile Skating Race
Harold Hagen of Norway defeated Pred Breen of Canada in a mile race at Minne Earouis on January 16. Hagen led after the third lap, winning by about forty yards in 2 40 4 5 minutes with Breen clocking 2 54 5.
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Wheelmen Hold Second Annual Press Cycling Ball in Cotilson Hall
The Press Cycling Club hosted its second annual ball last evening in Cotilson Hall with twenty aut hors on the dance order. Captain W. P. Kennedy directed the floor, joined by Mrs. Kennedy, while W. C. Grout led the march with Mrs. EF. B. Pitt. Delegations from multiple wheel clubs attended, including Woodbridge and Massachusetts Bicycle Club, enhancing the event’s social scene.
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J. G. Kerrison
Florence Wills
E. M. Thayer
Nina Corey
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LT. Long
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Thorough Gloucestershire Race Day Delivers Several Favorites Won
A large crowd attended the Guttengurg Gloucester track today as favorites won four of six races. Dago. Hymen. Mohican. Jack Rose. Marguerite. Gladiator led the field with short odds, while Prince Fortunatus and Guard showed strength but faded. The day featured betting shifts, close finishes, and final times for each race.
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Gloucester Results Bring Mixed Outcomes at Six Races
Special to the Post Gloucester N J January 15 results from today’s program list six races with first place finishers Tradesman Silver Queen Plevinar Luere Pokino Raf ter and Edward F among others. Each race includes times betting odds and notable horses such as Mabel Misery Samaritan Censor and Trade man.
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Inter-Club Bowling Match Sparks Arlington Victory
Arlington defeated the Oxfords of Lynn in an inter-club bowling match in Arlington last night. Notable performances included Flanders and several players tallying steady scores such as Spares-Stevens Whittemore Marston Carter and Wardwell with a mix of spares and misses throughout the roster.
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Fire Devours Ashton Valve Factory. Losses Soar
A major blaze on the top floor destroyed Ashton Valve Company's machinery and stock including new boilers and an innovative valve design. Reported losses run to about 200000 dollars with machinery valued at roughly 100000 dollars. Initial air alarm suggested an oil tank explosion but was later deemed incorrect.
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Wires Cause Chaos in Fire at City Building
Fire raged through a building with a roof burst and a tangle of wires. Flames fed from the southeast corner where electricity enters, injuring several firefighters and throwing employees into doorways as water towers operated. No serious injuries reported by 2 o'clock.
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Grand Illumination Fire Described With Vivid Detail
Eyewitness account from outside police ropes describes a cathedral of smoke and flames as a building owned by the Samuel May heirs burns after alarms at 12 38, 12 50, and 1 06 a m. Fire management criticized as hydrants froze and streams misapplied.
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Fire tower saves Franklin street buildings in blaze
A single large water tower extinguished a fierce fire that raged in the upper story of a structure. The tower took time to place but once directed toward the flames it cooled the blaze and prevented the neighboring Franklin street building from catching fire.
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Engineer Narrowly Escapes Fire After Overnight Vigil
William Hill, a longtime engineer and night watchman, barely escaped a Hamilton street building fire. He slept inside the structure with little clothing, survived by leaping from a window as smoke filled the hall, losing his clothing and a $150 watch and chain in the blaze.
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Jute Statement Near Hills Noted by Local Onlookers
A bystander near Hills recalled the scene and affirmed it was indeed jute, describing the moment and the surrounding atmosphere with concise detail. The account reflects a witness who stood nearby and confirmed the material involved.
Ice Coat Firemen Describe Molasses Flood Scene
Firemen waded through freezing mist that turned streams from four corners into a glassy shower. Their coats stiffened like sugar glass as icicles hung from coats and tails. Franklin street front resembled a raceway with canals of slush and molasses color.
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Fire on Second Floor Linked to Putz Pomade Plant
Firemen traced the blaze to the second floor where the Putz Pomade Company occupied space. Police, led by Lieutenant Weil, deployed a large squad to the scene as investigators deemed how the fire began and how quickly it spread to be perplexing.
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Miss Anna Gould in Boston at private school
The younger Gould daughter attends Miss Gilman’s private school on Commonwealth Avenue. She returned after Christmas in black, now known as Wall Street magnate Jay Gould’s heir. She remains a calm, unremarked pupil, slated to likely follow sister Helen into a quiet home life.
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Ice in Harbor Slow to Clear in Hard Winter
The Boston harbor ice drifted and grounded vessels, delaying navigation as winds and the Gulf Stream churned the floes. April-like melt was limited, with Governor's Island and East Boston docks showing white patches and a snowed harbor. the channel remains crucial for working vessels.
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Captain Dies by Own Action on Steamer Covenantian
The Coventian, sailing from Palermo, entered harbor with flag at half mast as the captain, 46, Dundee born, suffering delirium tremens, leaped from the cabin and died. First officer A J Werden had commanded since the 6th amid severe weather. steward witnessed the act but could not save him. Body not recovered. widow and five or six children left.
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Massachusetts Building Fire Threat at World’s Fair Grounds
A stove upset in the Massachusetts building narrowly started a blaze at the World’s Fair grounds in Chicago. Five blocks away a watchman drank and the Bay State structure was saved by three engines. The watchman was arrested, lectured and fined.
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Fire on Sound Suspected but Vessel Location Unclear
BrimpGerort Connecticut January 16. No definite information on a ship fire seen along the Sound last night. Observers from Bridgeport Stratford Milford and other shore towns noted the blaze. It is now believed the fire occurred at Port Jefferson where the American Milling and Mining Company plant was destroyed. The Port Jefferson steamer is icebound and no communication exists with Long Island.
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Vineyard steamers suspend New Bedford trips due to ice
In New Bedford on January 16 the Vineyard steamers halted service after ice blocked the route. The Steamer Monahanssett departed Wood's Hall at 9 45 am but had to turn back after multiple tries to reach the city. Island communication may be disrupted for days.
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Boston Young Men's Congress Adopts Cards and Reports
The Boston Young Men's Congress met at Rathbone Hall. It adopted the new entrance card and ordered regular reports published in the Herald and Pas. A resolution on General Butler’s death was approved. A five year immigration ban passed, postmaster removal bill rejected, and plans to abolish the Boston Common Council and capital punishment were set for next Monday.
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Harvard Glee Club Elects Officers and Members
The Harvard Glee Club held its annual meeting last night electing Bulkeley Wells president H A Cutler vice president F E Lowell secretary and J H Bell treasurer Newly elected regular members include R G Miller J A Wilder F W Hallowell F H Gade from the class of 93 and C H Porter A W Lovett from the graduate school.
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Puritan Hall Masquerade Receives Club Support
The Good Time Club hosted a masquerade in Puritan Hall last evening with prizes for best costume won by Miss Annie Connors and Miss Lizzie Wall. Music provided by the Commonwealth Orchestra. President W N Fisher of the Puritan Club led the event to a decided success.
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Tribute to J F Barker by former associates
At a large meeting of Barker’s former associates notices were read and a series of resolutions praising the late reporter. Editor Edward H. Clement presided at the Transcript event and led the proceedings.
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Alderman Dearborn Reelected in Ward 6 Special Vote
In Wosury on January 16 a special election chose Alderman from Ward 6. Dearborn won 141 to 111 over Linscott, with ten more votes than the regular election that had tied.
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George E Homer Closing Out Sale of Watches and Jewelry
George E Homer of 45 Winter Street announces a closing out sale due to lease expiration. Extensive alterations start February 1 and for the next two weeks customers can buy silverware watches opera glasses jewelry and stationery at unusually low prices with genuine bargains reported.
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Missionary John Paton to Speak at Columbus Avenue Church
The Rev John G Paton renowned for thirty five years among New Hebrides will deliver a lecture at Columbus Avenue Presbyterian Church next Thursday evening. Tickets are free and available from Mr John Gilchrist 5 Winter Street to avoid confusion.
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Hub Associates Social Set for February 14 in Bethesda Hall
The Hub Associates push to host a major social in South Boston at Bethesda Hall on Tuesday evening February 14. President George A. Yeagle leads floor operations with vice-president Samuel Dwelles and a team of aides while other officers are well known in the district.
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