Navy maneuvers off Newport and wider concerns
The piece discusses possible autumn naval exercises near Newport with ships Baltimore Philadelphia Vesuvius Concord and Cushing as training aids. It weighs safety and efficiency in steamship speed, notes Oklahoma suffering from drought and anti Negro migration fears, and cites Tsui on China policy and pension bill backlash in Congress.
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Newport
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Vesuvius
Concord
Cushing
Tribune criticizes panic over claim agent legislation
The Tribune argues against a rushed shutdown of appropriations for claim agents after Congress approved pensions and fees. It notes the issue has been known since the Republican caucus decreed the matter and warns against pessimistic forecasts from Senator Hawley and others.
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Congress
Tribune
Hawk«Ry
Surrender to inflation marks end of silver compromise
The conference committee approves a bill abandoning free coinage while retaining most inflationist goals. Monthly silver purchases stay at 4.5 million ounces, bullion redemption is dropped, and certificates remain legal tender with limited exceptions. Critics warn the move risks financial stability and faith in sound money.
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Win- Pom
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Walker
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Surrender Complete Amid Humiliating Defeat
Fragmentary text notes a surrender described as complete and humiliating, reflecting a sharp moral or strategic turn in the event. No further readable details specify parties, dates, or locations from the supplied line.
Newfoundland Crisis Pushes Colonists Toward Defiance
The St Johns Herald questions imperial actions over Newfoundland fisheries and the bait act, warning Britain that Newfoundland will not yield its rights. It cites frustration with the French share and the Premier’s failures, while urging enforcement of the bait policy and warning ministers to heed colonial resolve.
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Newfoundland
France
Baldwin Walker
Supreme Court
St. John’s
William Witteway
Herald
William White
England
Quay’s plan to push Delamater in Pennsylvania politics
The article argues Quay seeks to force Delamater as governor through Republican leverage and tariff distraction. It notes independent Republicans and Pattison supporters as possible counter moves, and stresses Quay’s reliance on a large campaign fund from corporations and manufacturers.
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Pennsylvania
Delamater
New York Evening Post
Pattison
Wiarton Barker
Notable Figures Tour and Political Notices Across Europe and America
Miss Winnie Davis arrives in New York after a brief European trip. Mrs. Virginia C. Thompson of Louisville is succeeded by John Barrett as postmistress. Munich praises Henry Villard for a 30000 gift to the Bavarian Red Cross. Unitarian Societies in Scituate and Norwell unite for a call to the Key. Windsor hosts artist Swoboda and his sister at Queen Victoria’s invitation to plant royal portraits. Emperor William’s portrait by Angelis will hang at Osborne in British admiral uniform. Parke, once jailed for libel, is released due to health. Dr. Von Schaick joins the Pasteur Institute in New York, taking charge July 19. Stanley wedding fascination grows in London. honeymoon at Melchett Park loaned by Lady Ashburton. Presents include sapphire and diamond ornaments. Benedictine Father Ignatius to summer at Falmouth lecturing across cities. Mrs J Arthur Beebe facilitates his travel.
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Winnie Davis
Jefferson Davis
New York
Virginia C. Thompson
Louisville
John Barrett
Munich
Henry Villard
Bavarian Society of the Red Cross
Scituate and Norwell
Mass
W. H. Spencer
Troy
West End
von Schaick
Paris
Paul Gibier
Pasteur Institute
Gibier
Europe
Resignation of Chief Justice Morton Foreseen in Boston
The decision of Chief Justice Morton to retire in August reflects his age and long service. At seventy two, after thirty two years on the bench, his health and demanding duties have made continued work imprudent. Reforming the court will be difficult, yet his keen mind and impartiality merit admiration as he departs. The piece also notes Boston authors abroad, and local commentary on city affairs and public spaces.
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Morton
Massachusetts
Will of A. F. Heard of Ipswich
The will of Albert Farley Heard of Ipswich proven today allocates five thousand dollars to the Russell Trust Association of New Haven for current expenses, ten thousand dollars to the Ipswich Public Library for book purchases, ten thousand dollars to be invested until enough accumulates to build a memorial stone church or chapel in Ipswich for his parents and uncle, to be used by the 1st Congregational Society.
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Ipswich
Russell Trust Association of
New Haven
Conn
Ipswich Public Library
George W
Eliza Ann Heard
Auustine Heard
1St Congregational Society
The Same Man Still
London Times reports Prince Bismarck replying to a Berlin deputation of 30,000 citizens. He defends his past, defends peace policy, rejects dictation, and declares unity in government essential. He comments on intellect, service, and the Anglo German accord while criticizing the Social Democrats.
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London Times
Bismarck
Berlin
Empire
Kerlin
Lam
Russia
Social Democrats
General Strike Looms as Unions Press Demands
Mason builders met at the Master Builders Association rooms to discuss conference requests from bricklayers and laborers while offering a prior wage of 42 cents per hour for bricklayers, 25 for carriers, and 22 for other laborers. The Bricklayers Union elected officers and called a nationwide strike against Norcross Bros. Carpenters Union 33 reported 860 workers still out, with 50 from Union 561 idle. Pressmen amended their constitution raising initiation to $2. Coopers Assembly pledged nine hours per day starting July 7 after local brewers granted the change.
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Master Builders’ Association
Devonshire Street
Clark
Norcross Bros
Foresters’ Hall
Coopers’ Assembly
Knights of Labor
Renter & Co
McDougal Arrested After Hospital Gunshot Wound Incident
John A. McDougal was arrested last evening on a warrant by Robert W. Jacobs charging assault on Jacobs and Mrs. McDougal. He had just been released from City Hospital where he had been treated for a gunshot wound Jacobs inflicted during a prior fight at McDougal's lodging house.
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John A. McDougal
Robert W. Jacobs
Jacobs
Mrs. McDougal
McDougal
Health officer killed by horse fall in Cambridge
George McLoughlin of 126 Brighton street employed by the health department was leading two horses on Cambridge street when one bolted and pulled him to the ground. His skull base was fractured and he died at Massachusetts General Hospital at 1 30 yesterday afternoon.
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George McLoughlin
Brighton Street
Health Department
Cambridge Street
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boy Drowns in Creek at Cow Pasture
Eleven year old George Dunn of 417 Eighth Street South Boston drowned while bathing in a creek at the Cow Pasture yesterday. The body was recovered.
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George Dunn
Eighth Street
Boston
Legal Question On Justice Appointment In Danvers Court
In Danvers a District Court warrant issued before Justice Porter was reviewed after a Justice White resignation. The issue, raised in court, asks whether Porter’s appointment remains valid and if he can issue warrants without reappointment, with the matter sent to the Superior Court for decision.
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Savlem
District Court
Superior Court
John W. Porter
Danvers
Whittier
Porter
A. P. White
Mr. Porter
White
Court-martial at Hartrorp over parade authority
Private Barton of Company F First Regiment was tried tonight for refusing to parade on June 25 in an independent parade by the City Guard. The case centers on whether the state has authority over independent parades and the military unit's duties.
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Hartrorp
Conn
Barton
First Regiment
Lynn Belt Line street railroad opens with trial run
Lywyn July 7 Specran J The Lynn Belt Line street railroad was formally opened this afternoon with a trial trip led by President Q A Tow lis and the directors. Prominent gentlemen attended and refreshments were served at the power house.
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Lywyn
Worcester Signs 3-Year Street Light Contract
The city government and the electric light company reached a three years agreement for street lighting at 40 cents per night per light of 2000 candle power, down from the old 55 cent rate.
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Worcester
Electric Light Company
Witty quips and oddities from distant pages in one column
A compilations piece recounts scattered curiosities from across the country and beyond. Stories include a San Francisco critic praising an actress, Idaho women turning to tramp life, a park encounter mocked by a Wanamaker remark, a field grown watermelon lore, German birds nesting in a freight car, a Pennsylvania photographer tale, a New York ferryboat comic, and a Sarnia clock stopped by sparrows tying its hands.
National election bill viewed as Republican measure in old debate
The Boston Journal disagrees with the notion that the national election bill was a GOP project. It notes that Republican Congressmen like Blaine Dawes Haile and Hawley opposed it, contrasting with their later pride in defying Bourbons.
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Boston Journal
James G. Blaine
Henry L. Dawes
Eugene Haile
Joseph R. Hawley
Ber
N. Y. Evening Post
Campaign in Pennsylvania independent Republicans organize
The Philadelphia Record urges independents to build a thorough organization as the campaign against concentrated power unfolds. It notes Republicans and Democrats have named state tickets and urges a two month recess, predicting a lively campaign starting mid September.
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Pennsylvania
Ehiadelphin Record
Philadelphia Ledger
Street railway petitions and public hearings in Newton
Newton Board of Aldermen heard a 108 signature petition seeking permission to lay tracks between Newtonville and Newton Centre. A public hearing on memorial hall was set for next Monday. Garden City Railway revised its location request, removing earlier objections. Water Board can sell water to Gamewell for street watering at 12 cents per 1000 gallons. River Street residents sought central track relaying. Common Council approved reimbursement to Newton Lower Falls residents who funded a temporary bridge despite the mayor's veto.
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Newton
Board of Aldermen
Newtonville
Newton Centre
Memorial Hall
Garden City Street Railway
Newton Highland
Water Board
Gamewel Company
River Street
West Newton
Newton Stree
River Stree
Mayor suspends J. J. Bryant for unbecoming conduct
At a meeting of the Aldermen Mayor Fisher notified the board of J J Bryant suspension for unbecoming conduct and a hearing was set for next Thursday evening before the full board. Cesspools and drainage at the almshouse receive 250 dollars. 700 dollars is appropriated for Moody street fire station bill. A 10000 dollar insurance is authorized on almshouse property. Newton Street Railway Company ordered to erect guard wires before running cars.
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WartHam
Sreecran
Fisher
J. J. Bryant
Moody Street
Newton Street Railway Company
Second Casino hop draws attendance of young Newport guests
Newport R I July 7 report notes the second hop at the Casino attracted good turnout for early season. Most attendees were gentlemen and the younger members of prominent local families were present.
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