Steamer Howard Runs Aground Near Governor's Island
The steamship Howard of the Merchants and Miners line ran aground on the east side of Governor's Island flats after striking at 1 a m. Captain G D Robinson had the vessel, Baltimore to Norfolk, fast until 10 45 a m when three tugs pulled her off. Passengers were taken to Constitution wharf by the tug Pallas and the ship later signaled distress but was deemed not in danger. The ship’s propellers were reversed in a bid to refloat her.
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Howard
Merchants and Miners’ Line
G. D. Robinson
Baltimore
Norfolk
Governor's Island Flats
Constitution Wharf
Pallas
Robinson
No Coats Left Tonight After Two-Week Prescription
The fragment notes there may be no coats remaining tonight and mentions the end of a two week period. It suggests urgency or shortage tied to a formal prescription or policy timeline.
Comet Draws Crowds Across Western Skies
Crowds gather on the Boston Common and at Harvard locales to view a newly visible comet. Observers note its parabolic orbit, fading head, and lengthening tail as scientists estimate distance, speed, and the comet’s single Earth visit.
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New England
Boston
Harvard Bridge
Harvard Observatory
Capricornus
Pegasus
Andromeda
Perseus
Cassiopeia
Earth
R. T. Wilson
Harvard
Kobold
University of Kiel
Germany
Wendell
E. C. Pickering
Observatory
Wilson
Jarvis Field
Doan's Kidney Pills End Back Aches Claims
A Boston era advertisement asserts kidney blockades cause back pain and promotes Dean's Kidney Pills as the remedy. Testimonial from John Murphy of Cambridgeport praises relief after three years of trial, noting cold-related flare ups and lasting improvement. Sold by dealers nationwide 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo NY, sole agents.
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Dean
John Murphy
Washington Street
Cambridgeport
Mass
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Political stalemate and looming party strategies in Britain
The piece analyzes a fragile Liberal and Unionist outlook with a short-lived coming government. It notes Conservative gains from tariff reform education of farmers and outlines Liberal aims on free trade and Lords veto limits. It warns Labour may push a right to work bill risking ministry defeat and possible dissolution.
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House of Lords
Labor Party
Coalition Majority Strength in House of Commons
In London on January 26, the Liberal Labor and Nationalist alliance reached 345 seats, more than half of the House of Commons total. A Unionist government is now out of the question. the remaining undecided point is the coalition's exact majority size.
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London
House of Commons
Irish Nationalists Could Support Liberal Ministry
T P OConnor president of the United Irish League of Great Britain says nationalists can back a Liberal cabinet with a sizeable majority. He cites past cases where nationalist and Unionist aligned with Conservative props and argues Liberal governance remains possible with nationalist support.
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London
T. P. O’connor
United Irish League of Great Britain
Irish links to funds from America disowned by Dublin sources
A letter argues that American donors to the Irish cause should not influence party policy and asserts trust in the Irish party leadership led by John Redmond. The writer insists Irish voters in America have no conditions on gifts and that policy decisions remain local and independent of American paymasters.
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America
John Redmond
United States
Similar Name Confusion Hits Two Rev. Davidsons
Due to the likeness of names, Rev. Edgar E. Davidson of Newtonville a noted Methodist evangelist has faced annoyance. Rev. Elmer H. Davidson an Indiana clergyman is accused by his wife of desertion and public attention misidentifies him with Rev. Edgar E. Davidson, causing wrongful association and confusion.
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Edgar E. Davidson
Newtonville
Methodist Episcopal Denomination
Elmer 3
H. Davidson
Indiana
Elmer B. Davidson
Fire on Schooner Frances Whalen Extinguished at Rowes Wharf
Fire broke out early yesterday aboard the fishing vessel Frances Whalen anchored at Rowe's wharf. The night watchman discovered smoke and alerted the fire department, which quickly extinguished the blaze preventing serious damage.
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Frances Whalen
Rowe’s Wharf
Evangelistic Campaign Opens at Somerville First Methodist
The Rev. Ora S Gray preached to a large Somerville audience at the First Methodist Church to launch a union evangelistic campaign for several local churches. Charles F. Allen leads the musical program with aid from a regional chorus and visiting singers. The campaign, first in this area, runs through Feb 8 after a successful Augusta Maine tour.
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Ora S Gray
First Methodist Church
Somerville
Union
Union Square
Evangelist Gray
Charles F. Allen
Augusta
Everett, Lynn, Medford and Waltham
Clerk Claims 2180 From Bay State Gas Funds
General Charles K. Darling, clerk of the United States Circuit Court, seeks 1 percent of funds from Bay State Gas Company of Delaware on deposit with National Shawmut Bank under court order. The original deposit was 218000 dollars. if allowed, the clerk would receive 2180 dollars. Judge Putnam is considering the matter.
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Charles K. Darling
United States Circuit Court
Bay State Gas Company
Delaware
National Shawmut Bank
Putnam
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