Succeed Eliot plan to locate MIT on Charles River bank
A Boston Globe style report outlines a proposed 63acre MIT site on the Charles River between Harvard and the new Boylston bridges. Dr Henry S Pritchett would stay as Technology president until Harvard’s Eliot retires. Proponents claim the plan aims for an independent, free access institute opening by 1907, with land options and funding arranged by notable families and benefactors including the Higginsons Agassizs and Col Henry Lesson, amid opposition from Cambridge authorities and Tech alumni.
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Massachusetts
Institute of Technology
Charles River
Harvard
New Boylston Bridges
Henry S. Pritchett
Charles W. Eliot
Harvard University
Pritchett
Eresiaenet Eliot
Sean
Charles F River
Tech
Henry O. Marcy
Cambridge
Acces
Boat Club
Sailboats Wreck Off Gloucester Amid Southeast Storm
In Gloucester on January 26, two fishermen crews faced death after the Rienzi of Boston and the Jennie Bell from the local port were wrecked near the harbor entrance while trying to shelter from a southeast storm. The crews endured intense efforts to reach shore.
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Eastern Point
Jennie Bell
Gloucester
Rienzi
Boston
Defied Law For Months Leader Arrested In Essex Band
Lynn January 26 George Frank Hayden identified as leader of a gang called the reggmen suspected of about a score of robberies in Essex and Suffolk counties over three months. Hayden and seven others were arrested and the DA said he would press murder charges if Hayden is proved to lead the East Boston gang.
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Lynn
George Frank Hayden
Reggmen
Essex
Suffolk
Hayden
Donovan
Metropolitan Coal Company
Oliver Stevens
Post
East Boston
Bryan Aims to Fight for Free Silver at St Louis Convention
William Jennings Bryan declared in Hanover that free silver is a stronger issue than thought and could shape the coming campaign. He refused to discuss Olney or other candidates, saying it is too early for such judgments, and stated no Democrat may win this year unless the party unites. The article also details wrecks near Gloucester involving the Rienzi, Jennie Bell, and lifeboat escapes, noting the Rienzi’s cargo and damage.
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William Jennings Bryan
St. Louis
Hanover
N. H
New England
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Mr. Olney
Big four master collides with lightship Chatham
Jan 26 reports from Monomoy Point life saving station say a large unknown four masted schooner, swept by a gale, struck the Shovelful Shoal lightship. Boats and davits were knocked off but the lightship sustained no other damage.
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Chatham
Kelly
Monomoy Point
Lung Kuro Shown to Suppress Consumptive Tendencies
Medical report notes a novel remedy named Lung Kuro markedly reduces symptoms labeled as consumptive tendencies. Clinicians observe rapid improvement in test subjects with minimal side effects, suggesting potential for broader therapeutic use pending further trials.
Police round up suspects after Hayden and Dart capture
Following the morning arrest at Lafayette park of Hayden and George Anthony Dart, police with State Officer Neale and Captain Proctos detained several companions on suspicion. Among those held are Francis Murray, John McDermont, Hartley D Carver, William Higgins, John Nestor, and Harry Gate. McDermont is linked by police to the Danversport railroad station break in and the group is under investigation for possible confessions to reach leaders facing the electric chair. Inspector Colby and Officer Stacey Butchey led the pursuit and capture, with the event continuing as reported on page nine.
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Hayden
George Anthony Dart
Lafayette Park
Neale
Proctos
Yeggman
Winthrop Marshes
Metropolitan Company
Orient Heights
Dart
Francis Murray
Eau Claire
Wis
John McDermont
Wisconsin
Hartley D. Carver
Lynn
William Higgins
John Nestor
Harry Gate
McDermont
Danversport
Disorder at Cambridge Board Meeting Ends with Gallery Clearing
President John W Coveney ordered police to clear the gallery as tensions rose during the Cambridge Board of Aldermen meeting. Alderman Harrington was cheered after his speech, while Alderman Anderson was assaulted by William J Heron, who faced confirmation for the fire department post. Several appointments were confirmed, including Tracy as superintendent of buildings and Dr. Brousseau as city physician, amid political maneuvering and heated debate. Philip D Sharples was named inspector of milk and vinegar, replacing Lane who asked Daly not to consider his name.
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John W.coveney
Cambridge Board of Aldermen
Alderman Harrington
Anderson
William J. Heron
Thomas F. Tracy
McNamee
William C. Brousseau
Davis
Daly
Fred B Pullen
J.cunningham
Tracy
William H. Gray
Ward 7
Gray
Charles T.weeks
Board of Health
Barry and
Flynn
Weeks
Harrison
Harrington
Coveney
Nathan C. Lombard
Gustavus Wilson
Samuel Usher
Fire Department
Heron
Barry
Philip D. Sharples
William
Lane
Conference friction over team drivers strike in Boston
Master Teamsters Association leader says no conference arranged with Team Drivers Union 25 and cites pending March meeting. Team Drivers District Council to consider requesting a conference to settle a new working agreement. International President Cornelius Shea, a Boston native, may visit to advise on the strike issue.
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Master Teamsters’ Association
Team Drivers’ Union
James L. Bowlby
Post
Hartnett
Team Drivers’ District Council
Washington Street
Boston
International
Cornelius P. Shea
Teamsters Tie Sympathetic Strikes To Supermajorities
Indianapolis Jan 26 The executive board of the Indiana Brotherhood of Teamsters ruled that no sympathetic strike by any local union may proceed without a two thirds vote of the entire local, endorsement by a two thirds majority of the local joint council, and approval by the general executive board.
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Indianapolis
Ind
In Iana Brotherhood of Teamsters
Omnes
Chicago Jury Probes Striker Violence and Officials
The January 26 Chicago grand jury began examining the violence tied to recent strikes and the roles of officials. Foreman Blair announced the panel would probe deeply into the affairs surrounding the labor unrest.
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Chicago
Grand Jury
Blair
Temperature Yesterday at Thompson's Spa
Readings from Thompson's Spa at 219 Washington Street show yesterday's temperatures with a morning low of 15, afternoon highs near 45, and evening values around 26. Average for yesterday was 21.12. Record notes compare to 22.2 yesterday the prior year.
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Thompson's Spa
Washington Street
Fair COLDER Forecast for Boston and Vicinity
Wednesday promises fair skies and a noticeable cold snap with brisk west winds. Thursday turns fair and warmer in the afternoon as the pattern shifts, impacting travelers and daily plans in Boston and surrounding areas.
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Boston
Weather forecast by Charles E. Lessor
For Wednesday snow is predicted. Thursday snow in the northern portion with fair conditions in the south and west. Friday looks fair and somewhat warmer. Charles E. Lessor presents the forecast.
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Charles E. Lessor
Proves Fatal Pneumonia Cases Drop With Father John's Medicine
Report touts Father John's Medicine as preventing pneumonia without dangerous drugs. Claims the remedy has been in use for 60 years and suggests high efficacy against the winter surge, implying many cases prove fatal.
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Father John
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