Service pension plan sparks debate in Senate panel
A draft Civil War service pension bill proposed by General John C. Black from the Grand Army of the Republic would grant $12 monthly to Civil War survivors aged 62 with 90 days service and to widows married before June 27, 1890. Critics urge a simple universal approach to avoid politics and debt, while supporters note long-term economic and patriotic implications.
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Washington
John C. Black
Grand Army of the Republic
Dolliver
McCumber
Senate Committee
Sulloway
House Committee On
Tanner
War On Gypsy Moths Debated By Massachusetts Groups
The State Board of Agriculture and the Massachusetts Forestry Association clash over methods to control gypsy moths. Critics say costly eradication failed. advocates propose breeding a natural parasite and state funding limits. Also notes Mme Curie may visit the United States and earns the Osiris prize for radium work.
No Gag on Massachusetts Legislature Despite Rule Change
The State Senate will uphold its action on joint rules with no gag to mute the majority this year. Rule 28 amendment by Senator Flynn passed, blocking surrender of legislative authority to a nine member rules committee. A two thirds vote in both houses will be needed for an investigation. Junketing is minor. protecting public inquiry remains key. Extravagance can be checked without stripping power, and the path of the gag rule remains uncertain. No gag will be enacted.
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State Senate
Massachusetts
Flynn
Essex
Committee On Rules
Dramatic play on Antinomian controversy by Old South Society
The Old South Historical Society presents a drama at Union Hall Boylston Street Thursday evening. Set in Boston’s early history the play portrays Anne Hutchinson and her followers against leaders like Winthrop Dudley Wilson and Shepard during the Antinomian controversy leading to banishment in 1637. Written by Esther Willard Bates and F G Bauer.
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Vane
Winthrop
Dudley
Coddington
Cotton
Old South Historical Society
Old South Church
Union Hall
Boylston Street
Boston
Anne Hutchinson
John Winthrop
Thomas Dudley
John Wilson
Thomas Shepard
Night chills and city notes from The Observant Citizen
An overnight chill and brisk air set the town stirring as Harold F. Parker becomes Majestic Theatre treasurer. Wellington Wells and Elizabeth Brewer wedding slated for Washington DC. Burglars blow safe in Lynn but grab only fifty dollars. Funeral of Joshua Merrill held after decades as tenor in Tremont Church choir. Pixley and Luders debut new opera Woodland. William Bryan Jr praised by Henry J. Suomen in New York. Senators Osgood and Bemis campaign for Congress with cordial rivals. Donovan to replace dangerous Tremont street blocks. unsafe sidewalks eyed. Fred Gore plans South trip before a busy political year.
Stealthy Steve Rides a First Class Train
In a Newton Newkirk All Sorts installment, Stealthy Steve revises a clock to catch the 1:15 a.m. New York train after realizing the 1:25 route has gone. He boards the smoker car, lights a cigarette, and reads a telegram from Ebenezer Miskell of New York seeking help.
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Steve
New York
Ebenezer Miskell
Stealthy Steve Foils a Railway Disaster Escape at Night
Stealthy Steve saves a train by diving through a window, lighting a red bandana flare to signal the oncoming Empire State Express. The engineer stops 18 inches from the other train, saving many lives as the sleuth resumes his journey to New York. The conductor abandons ticket scolding, praising the detective. Footnote notes his mental arithmetic prowess.
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Steve
Empire State Express
Gabe
Express
New York
Beanville Banner imitation sparks literary dispute
Newton Newkirk defends Bingville Bugle against claims by Mr. Waddy of the Advertising & Design department at American Printer. He recalls origins of Bingville Bugle and denies copying Beanville Banner, noting earlier uses of Bingville Bugle terms in 1901 and inviting copies for verification.
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Clifton. S. Waddy
Advertising & Design
American Printer
Beanville Banner
Boston Post
Bingville Bugle
Waddy
Ohio
Boston
Mr. Waddy
Beanville
Newton Newkirk
Notable Figures and Fortunes in a Busy New York Day
A survey of prominent individuals and travels through New York, Washington and London notes Sir Francis Laking’s toy hobby, Captain Fournier as military attaché candidate, Mrs. Carter owning Lincoln’s spectacles, Major General Dundonald’s potential London post, Dr. Corydon Richmond’s 96th birthday, Baron von Wrede-Melschede’s New York stay, and Empress Victoria’s foot injury causing court cancellation. the article comments on New York’s wealth, business vigor, and cosmopolitan visitors.
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London
Fournier
Washington
Andre
Kokomo
Ind
Baron Clemens von Wrede-Melschede
United States
New York
Philadelphia
Beautiful gowns worn by prominent society women
Mrs I Tucker Burr of Milton, formerly Miss Alice Peters, appears in a striking winter gown. A black broadcloth dress features a short walking-length skirt with box plaits and black mohair braid outlines. The yoke-waist enhances the ensemble with black taffeta silk trimming.
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I. Tucker Burr
Milton
Alice Peters
The Unknown Poet Finds a Muse in Mary Wheaton
In a Boston editor's office, editor Richard Hardiman contemplates a manuscript signed Florence Gray unknown to him. His sister's friend Mary Wheaton, amused by the poet's vanity, agrees to join a search to uncover the writer. Their quest leads to misread addresses, a village post office, and a night at the house party where a letter and a check reveal deeper feelings.
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Florence Gray
Mary Wheaton
Lfe
Mary Keaton
Mary
Minton
Hardiman
Will You Be My Assistant Editor for Life Mary
He asks Mary to join as assistant editor for life and she agrees with humor about rejecting Florence Gray. He gratefully accepts Mary Wheaton’s involvement, drawing her close as they seal the proposal.
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Mary
Life
Florence Gray
Mary Wheaton
Reply to E. H. on sensible wives letter in Post
A reader responds to an E. H. letter from Winthrop dated January 15 about sensible wives. The writer argues that cultivating sensible qualities would remove men’s choices and notes women may adopt luxurious habits after marriage. The letter ends with initialed signature H. B. ROM A abs Fo ae et AN ee
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E. H
Winthrop
Relieved Toffey Cries Stop Thief On Car
Mr Toffey laments damaged peaches with a large basket and declares his gentlemanly character saved as he urges the car to halt for a thief. Police and conductor contacted while he seeks damages.
Not an Amateur Bystander Laughs At Aeronaut Banter
A lively exchange in Morning Morning humor frames the mood as talk shifts from paying for risky stunts to light banter about a fat lady in peak condition. The quip underscores a playful newsroom tone and the camaraderie of the staff.
On the Way Out Ostrich Pair Playfully Quip
Two ostriches banter about breaking crockery after a faux meal. The exchange pivots on swallowing dishes and blaming the waiter, capturing a humorous moment.
Leap Year Birthday Girl Writes to Post Office
Eight year old Natalie Bean of Cliftondale born Feb 29 1896 asks the Post Man to confirm her birthday. She shares her Felton School details including teacher Miss Goodwin principal Mr Goddard and janitor Mr Merithew noting a school cat with a red collar labeled Felton School.
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Cliftondale
Post
Mr. Post
Endicott Street
Felton School
Miss Goodwin
Mr. Goddard
Mr. Merithew
Divorce Granted for Bigamy Ties to Hanna Line
London January 18 Justice Jeune granted Major Walter De Saumarez Maud a divorce from his wife on grounds that her marriage to Daniel R Hanna son of Senator Hanna of Cleveland Ohio was bigamous.
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Dan Hanna
London
Justice Jeune Today
Walter de Saumarez Maud
Daniel R. Hanna
Senator Hanna
Cleveland, O
Mauds' 1897 New York Marriage and 1900 Divorce Suit
A British judge notes Maud and her husband wed in New York on April 19, 1897. While he served in South Africa, Maud secured a divorce in America and on February 19, 1900 remarried to Mr. Hanna.
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Mauds
New York
Maud
South Africa
America
Hanna
Gross Ignorance in Class Sparks Mockery
A teacher challenges Willie Specks and Timmy Tuff as pupils fail to name the ward captain, highlighting a childish quarrel over local leadership in the classroom.
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Timmy Tuff
Fair Offer Dramatizes Dinner Dare With Mrs Cat Say
A quirky exchange unfolds as Mrs Cat Say offers a playful dinner dare. He replies with a bargain promising she may sample his dish if she lets him try hers. The odd barter highlights a lighthearted social moment.
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