Bailey Confronts Reed in House Over Cuban Belligerency
In a dramatic session, Congressman Bailey challenged Speaker Reed’s veracity during a debate on Cuban belligerency. The exchange polarized the chamber as Bailey claimed an agreement on a direct vote to recommit the bill, while Reed denied any such arrangement. The House ultimately passed the bill 158 to 95 amid a tense, crowded gallery.
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Roumania
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Texas
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Dingley Reports Cotton Strike Effects in Congress
In Washington the House shifts focus from Cuba to New England mill strikes tied to Southern competition and overproduction of cotton. Dingley notes a 30 percent price drop in three months and wage shifts, with Southern mills undercutting Northern hours and wages. He warns of constitutional changes to equalize hours nationwide amid cross-fire with Southern members.
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Cuba
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W. J. Bryan
Chicago
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Congress
Senate votes 41 to 2 for Teller silver bond plan
The Senate approved by 41 to 2 to proceed with the Teller resolution proposing that United States bonds may be paid in silver dollars at the government's option. West urged reiterating the Stanley Matthews stance, arguing it reflects public creditor rights and could shape gold standard debates.
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Texas
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Foraker
Morrill
McBride
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Platt
Conn
Proctor
Sewell
Spooner
Thurston
Wetmore
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Vest
Connecticut
Mr. Aldrich
Young Demography Seeks Harmony in Democratic Unity Call
The speaker recalls the club’s role in three key statewide victories including William E. Russell’s governorship. He urges patience and unity among Democrats across divisions, hopes time and fellowship will heal rifts, and credits the club’s past efforts while stressing common action against Republican principles.
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Democratic Party
William E. Russell
United States
Corcoran
Responsibility and Harmony in Democratic Platform Debate
A Boston Democrat urges unity across party lines amid a transition period. He argues the opposition must work toward harmony, avoid sacrificing core beliefs, and prepare for a future where Democratic tickets outnumber Democratic voters. He cites history, calls for common ground, and predicts a Republican challenge.
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Republican Party
Boston
Democratic Party
Magnificent diamond cross sought by police
Chief Inspector Watts shows a gold cross encrusted with ten large diamonds worth at least 200 dollars. Two boys sold it for 60 cents at a West End pawnshop, which handed it to police. Detectives visited the boys on Leverett street and learned they found it in a dump near the Charlesbank.
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West End
Leverett Street
Charlesbank
Swift Denies Charges in City Office Dispute
United States commissioner Fiske accuses the marshal's office of neglect in a city dispute. Marshal Henry W. Swift replies that the charges are not sustained and defends his office's conduct.
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Fiske
Henry W. Swift
Daughters of Vermont meet at Hotel Vendome
At the Hotel Vendome yesterday afternoon the Society of the Daughters of Vermont held a gathering. President Mrs. Helen M. Winslow welcomed guests with assistance from Mrs. J. Gregory Smith Mrs. Lillian G. Breed and Mrs. Oliver Stevens. Committee chair Mrs. E. M. Gosse organized arrangements. Ushers included Mrs. William P. Shreed Mrs. D. P. Grovenor Mrs. W. A. Reynolds and Miss Talbot.
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Hotel Vendome
Society of the Daughters of Vermont
Helen M. Winslow
J. Gregory Smith
Lillian G. Breed
Oliver Stevens
E. M. Gosse
William P. Shreed
D. P. Grovenor
W. A. Reynolds
Talbot
City Record No 3 Reports Lease for Chauncy Hall School
The third number of the City Record goes on sale. It details city government for the year, mayoral communications, and the school committee vote. A lease dated Jan 14 covers Chauncy Hall building for Girls' Latin School for two and a half years with option to extend at 5000 dollars yearly plus taxes.
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City Messenger
Chauncy Hall
Copley Square
Despondent man in South Boston tries to take his life
John J. Duggan, 43, of Co street South Boston, attempted to cut his throat at 1 15 yesterday afternoon. Despondency caused the act. He is in a serious condition at City Hospital.
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John J. Duggan
Co Street
Boston
City Hospital
Florida Trains Morning Noon and Night Special
The item advertises Florida trains including the celebrated New York Florida Special via the Atlantic Coast Line. Boston office is listed at 200 Washington Street.
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New York-Florida
Boston
Washington Street
American Wringer Co. offers repairs and mail orders
The American Wringer Company at 77 and 7 Franklin Street and Arch Street manufactures wringers and carpet sweepers. Wringers and weepers repaired. Orders by mail or telephone receive prompt attention.
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American Wringer Company
Franklin Street
Arch Street
Democratic rally speech by Thomas J. Gargan
In Boston a Democratic gathering heard Thomas J. Gargan read regret letters and urge unity within the party. He argued the last municipal vote showed the need to unite diverse elements and warned that Republican control hinged on broad public support.
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Lamb
Thomas J. Gargan
Democratic Party
Boston
Party
Republican Party
Dean's Kidney Pills Promoted in Boston Advertisement
In a Boston scene a druggist teases backache sufferer with humorous health quips while promoting Dean's Kidney Pills. An Essex Street reader, C. M. Snow of 44 Beach Street, credits pills for relieving five months of back pain and urinary troubles after seeing the Bradbury's Pharmacy ad. Pills priced at 50 cents per box, Foster Milburn Co. distributes nationally from Buffalo, N Y.
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Dean
C. M. Snow
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Bradbury’s
Washington St
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Buffalo
N. Y
U. S
Democratic speakers urge people take up government duty
The talk centers on inequality of conditions and party leadership. Mr Gargan criticizes tariff law and says only the people can reclaim government. Mr Stratton notes remarks about party of the poor and stresses the Democratic party as lasting for a century. Numerous attendees listed.
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Republican Party
Democratic Party
Stratton
Williams
Missing Boston Lawyer George A Smythe Leaves for Europe
WALTHAM January 20 The disappearance of George A Smythe a Boston attorney with a Waltham residence has clubs gossiping. His wife believes he went to Europe. Smythe famed for tracing missing heirs and linking Colonel Blanchard to Big Bill Leagett linked to the Ames factory case. The events prompting his departure involve his wife’s account, not his professional honor.
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Smythe
Colonel Blanchard
Bill’ Leagett
Ames Factory
Blanchard
New York
Fire injures man at Green Street dwelling
A minor fire on the second floor of a four story brick house at 20 Green Street caused slight burns to J. E. Matthew as he tried to remove a burning couch through a window. The Shaw heirs own the property and the fire started last night.
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Shaw Heirs
J. E. Matthew
Matthew
Local Man Burned Retracing Gas Leak At Home
Jacob Michael of 38 Poplar street attempted to locate a gas leak with a lighted candle at 3 30 yesterday. An explosion damaged his face and hands and left him badly burned.
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Jacob Michael
Poplar Street
Michael
Weavers Prepare for 10 Pay Strike Across Mills
State Board of Arbitration aide Richard P. Barry visited New Bedford to assess the 10 pay strike. He reported operatives remain firm and discussed a possible general Massachusetts investigation into the fining system. Rep Ross to push a national fifty five hour law amendment. National Spinners' Association plans Boston meeting to discuss Fall River strike and related lockouts.
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State Board of Arbitration
Barry
State Board
New Bedford
Massachusetts
Flynn
Committee On Labor
Ross
House
Labor Committee
Carders
General Strike Council
Lovering
National Spinners’ Association
Boston
Fall River
Strikers Receiving Pay at Wamsutta Mills Amid Generations
Report from the Wamsutta mills details paydays for last week and upcoming days. A three generation group, including a 60 year old couple and their grandchildren, join workers while discussing strikes. The piece notes brutal living costs, early mornings, long hours, and weekly earnings around six dollars, with family budgets covering fuel food and housing.
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Wamsutta Mills
New Bedford
Legislative Investigation Opens Into Mill Wage Reductions
Senator Flynn of Lawrence moved a labor committee inquiry into wage cuts in Massachusetts cotton mills. He called for witnesses and papers and urged the report to the General Court with recommendations. Flynn alleged the Arkwright Club pressured mills to cut pay and warned the act could verge on criminal.
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New Bedford
Post
Flynn
Lawrence
Committee On Labor
Commonwealth
General Court
New England
Arkwright Club
Brakeman George Poole Missing After Train Run
George Poole a passenger brakeman on the 6 20 Rockport train of the Boston and Maine railroad is reported missing with fears he drowned in the Charles River. He was at his post as rear end brakeman when the train left the yard and conductor Goss could not locate him at Union depot suggesting he fell from the bridge near the signal into the river.
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George Poole
Rockport
Boston & Maine Railroad
Charles
Poole
Union
Goss
Acting Mayor Connolly Tapped as Interim Leader at City Hall
Acting Mayor Timothy L Connolly named to assume chief executive duties while Mayor Quincy is away in New York for a national conference on primary election reform. City Hall buzzes as Aldermen and ex-acting mayors visit the mayor's office amid a fight for chairmanship and a reshaping of the board. Quincy expected back tomorrow.
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Quincy
New York
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Conry
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Presho
Presiden Connolly
Golden Wedding for Joseph and Mrs Dunbar in Brookline
The Brookline home of former District Chief Joseph Dunbar and his wife hosted a reception for friends celebrating their fiftieth wedding anniversary. The couple, their daughter present, were greeted by guests including Brookline police Lt. and Mrs. B Frank Bartlett and several Boston fire department figures.
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Joseph Dunbar
Thorndike Street
Brookline
Dunbar
Barnicoat
Boston
East Boston
Sarah Locker Rye
N. H
Marrie
Mr. Lewis
Miss Agnes Newcomb Weds Frank Sargent in Brighton
Quiet wedding last evening at Foster street Brighton joined Miss Agnes Chipman Newcomb and Frank H. Sargent of Watertown. Miss Genevieve Watson and Harvey Seabury served as bridesmaid and usher. Ceremony conducted by Rev. A. A. Berle at the home of Mrs. M. E. Newcomb.
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Foster Street
Brighton
Agnes Chipman Newcomb
Frank H. Sargent
Watertown
Genevieve Watson
M. E. Newcomb
Harvey Seabury
A. A. Berle
Earl of Uxbridge Marries Miss Lilian Chetwynd in London
Henry Cyril Page Earl of Uxbridge wed Lilian Florence Maud Chetwynd eldest daughter of Sir George Chetwynd in the Roman Catholic Church of St. Mary London. Twelve bridesmaids attended and many notable figures were present at the ceremony and reception. The couple received forty presents.
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London
Henry Cyril Page Earl of
Uxbridge
Lilian Florence Maud Chetwynd
George Chetwynd
St. Mary
Somerville Votes Sunday Watering Bid Plan
The Somerville Board of Aldermen unanimously approved calling for bids to water streets twice on Sundays starting April 1. Councilman Story opposed, arguing workers should not labor on Sundays. Councilmen Smith Foster and others debated costs and church funding before the measure passed.
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Smit
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Church
West Endia
Cambridge
Someville
Massachusetts Church Union Meets After Two-Year Gap
The Massachusetts Church Union, 2, met at the Brunswick Hotel for a social reunion last evening. Presiding was Rev. Dr. A St John Chambre Lowell. Attendees included Bishop Lawrence Spo, Arthur Ritchie of New York, Prof. C W B Body of General Theological Seminary, Very Rev. Wilford L Robbins of Albany Cathedral, and George Zabriskee of the New York Church Club.
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Brunswick Hotel
A. St. John Chambre Lowell
Lawrence Spo
Arthur Ritchie
New York
C. W. B. Body
General Theological Seminary
Wilford L. Robbins
Albany
George Zabriskee
New Yo Church Club
Mr and Mrs Wallace Receive China Dinner Set Gift
Mr and Mrs F M Wallace of 4 Massachusetts Avenue were surprised Wednesday evening and presented with a handsome china dinner set by a close friend. A collars and musical programme followed.
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F. M. Wallace
Massachusetts Avenue
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