Olney Visits Washington as Cuban Affairs Rumors Grow
Secretary Olney arrived in Washington from Massachusetts and met with Lamont Carlisle and Harmon for two hours. Rumors swirled about Cuban matters and Mora claim while Senor de Lome arrived but denied significance. Olney planned to depart for Falmouth at 11 o clock next morning.
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Washington
Olney
Massachusetts
Lamont
Carlisle
Herbert
Harmon
Cleveland
Gray Gables
Senor Dupuy de Lome
Mr. Olney
Cuban Affairs Brought Mr. Olney
Cuba
Spain
United
Falmouth
Diphtheria Surge Plagues Gloucester Driainage Probe
Gloucester reports an unusual rise in diphtheria with 125 cases this year and 15 deaths, linked to Burnham's field drainage. Officials consider action by the Board of Aldermen to improve sanitation and drainage to curb the spread during the heated term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Burnham
Board of Health
Burnham’s Field
Missing man from Old Orchard causes search effort
Old Orchard Me July 19 John J Whelan 35 Burlington Vermont staying at Pine Point disappeared after leaving his boarding place promising to return shortly police and residents fear an accident may have occurred He carried 100 dollars and was with his wife and child at the time of his departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Orchard
John J. Whelan
Burlington
Pine Point
Charlestown Man Arrested for Break In at Grocery Store
An officer of Division 15 last night arrested Charles Radler a 35 year old resident of 36 Wapping Street Charlestown on a warrant charging him with breaking and entering the grocery store of E Day 2 Wapping Street ten days ago and stealing a small quantity of canned goods
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Division 15
Charles Radler
Wapping Street
Charlestown
E. Day
Wages Raised at Lawrence Mills
Notices posted in the Atlantic Pacific and Pemberton Mills announce wage increases to take effect August 5. About eight thousand operatives are affected. The exact amount of the raise is not stated.
Voting in Ireland Divisions in the 1892 and 1896 Ballots
Unopposed results show Nationalists winning Galway Connemara Galway south Longford south Kilkenny south Antrim middle and others as listed. Contested seats include Londonderry Tyrone and Lancashire Widnes, with figures for Knox Ross Mandeville Hemp hill Gil liat Deacon and others, noting gains and majorities from previous elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Galway
Connemara
Mr. O’malley
D. Sheehy
Longford
Howard Blake
Kilkenny
S. Morris
S. Young
Antrim
R. T. O'Neil
Londonderry
E. F. V. Knox
J. Ross
Mr. Ross
Tipperary
J. F. Mandeville
Tyrone
Sergeant Hemphill
W. Wilson
Lancashire
Widnes
Gilliat
H. W. Deacon
Nottinghamshire
Rushcliffe
J. EK. Bilis
G. Murray Smith
Yorkshire
Keighley
John Brigg
W. Dairstow
Philip Snowden
Cuban Patriots Aid Reported Invasion Near Cuba
Kingston Jamaica July 19 reports indicate another filibustering expedition may have landed or hovered off Cuba. A vessel left Ocho Rios carrying filibusters and arms, with war materials concealed for months in a vault near Ocho Rios to avoid British seizure.
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Kingston
Cuba
Ocho Rios
Elevation to the Peerage in London Gazette
The London gazette announces four new peerages on July 19. Lord Voughton becomes Earl of Crewe, Sir Henry B. Loch is created Baron Loch of Drylaw, Sydney James Stern MP is named Baron Wandsworth, and James Williamson MP becomes Baron Ashton.
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London
Lord Voughton
Earl of Crewe
Henry B. Loch
Baron Loch of
Will Not Strike in Fall River Slasher Dispute
A large meeting of slasher tenders in Fall River votes to rescind their planned strike in seven companies next Monday. They ask the Manufacturers' Association to prepare a new wage schedule for fifty one hours per week and to sign an agreement with the union. M C Borden, owner of Iron Works mills, refuses any immediate wage advance and advises patience until profits warrant raises.
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Fall River
Rounseville
Manufacturers’ Association
Lonsdale
M. C. D. Borden
Iron Works Mills
Cotton Manufacturers’ Association
Borden
Help for Home Rule Meeting of Irish National Federation
The municipal council of the Irish National Federation of Boston and vicinity met at the United States Hotel. William J. Burke presided. D. P. Sullivan was secretary. Remarks were given by H W McLaughlin, BE A McVicker, H Edward Tracy, Dennis O'Reilly and others. Subscriptions totaled multiple donors including John J Brady, A W Feeley, Edward Tracy, Dennis O’Reilly, Michael Dever, and Rev. Robert J Johnson, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irish National Federation of Boston and Vicinity
United States
William J. Burke
East Boston
D. P. Sullivan
H. W. McLaughlin
Brookline
BE. A. McVicker
Newton
H Edward Tracy
Dennis O'Reilly
Boston
John J. Brady
A. W. J. Feeley
Dennis O’reilly
Edward Tracy
Michael Dever
John J. Barton
Michael Loughlin
William H. Quirk
E. H. Dunne
Robert J. Johnson
Dennis O'Callaghan
J. W. and
W. H. Falvey
Joseph T. Tancred
Suspect Linnehan Arrested After Escape From Officer Kelly
Everett report says Daniel Linnehan, wanted for escaping from Officer Kelly, was arrested after Sergeant Thomas Hewitt went to Providence. O Leary remains at Malden Hospital with a bullet behind the lung. condition described as comfortable, recovery expected barring blood poisoning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everett
Thomas Hewitt
Providence
Daniel Linnehan
Kelly
O’leary
Malden Hospital
Knights Templars Triennial Conclave Heads to Boston
The twenty sixth triennial conclave of the Grand Encampment of Knights Templars will convene in Boston on August 27 drawing thousands. District of Columbia commanderies depart August 25 by rail and steamer, with parades and hotel assignments across Boston. Destinations include Memphis and Detroit contingents, Palestine Commandery from New York, Maryland and Illinois groups, with a large Western and Kansas delegation planning a long vestibuled train pilgrimage ending after a multi city tour.
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Knights Templars
United States of America
Boston
R. Em
Samuel C. Lawrence
Detroit
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
M. Em
Hugh McCurdy
United States
Washington
Washington, D. C
District of Columbia
Washington No. 1
Columbia No
Potomac
de Molay
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Brigham’s
Ee Oe
Copley Square
Otel
Sir Knights
New York City
Pennsylvania Railroad
Memphis
Tenn
Milton H. Price
Kansas City
Birmingham
Alabama
Sir Knights of
Chattanooga
Knoxville
Bristol
Columbus Avenue
Palestine Commandery No
Frank W. Goodwin
Grand Central
Shore Line
Palestine Commandery
New London
Providence
de Molay Commandery
William H. Learned
Palestine
Quincy House
Str Knights
James W. Bowden
Grand Commandery of
New York
Commonwealth Avenue
Mich
Arba M. Seymour
West
Castwta
White Mountains
Scremser
Trinity Church
McCurdy
Joseph M. McGrath
Episcopal Church
Morgan Park
Sir Knights of Detroit
Glen Summit
Mauch Chunk
Penn
Niagara Falls
Pittsburg
Boston & Maine Railroad
Canada
Reeves
American Band of Providence
R. 1
Pittsburg Commandery
Quincy
Maryland
Baltimore
Jersey City
Connecticut
Providence & Stonington Line
Long Island Sound
Monumental City
Beacon Street
Elwood Commandery No. 6
Springfield
Ill
Chicago & Alton Railroad
Pullman Palace
Taylorville
Mt. Pulaski
Damascus
Elwood
Carrollton
Jacksonville
Petersburg
Bloomington
Michigan Central
West Shore
Fitchburg
Union Station
Elwood Commandery
Marlboro Street
Grand Commandery
State of Illinois
Victoria Hotel
Dartmouth Street
Sir Knights of Elwood
Kansas
Knights of
I. T
McAlester Commandery No. 3
McAlester, I. T
Kansas Sir Knights
Boston & Maine
Boston & Albany
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Charles Olser Still Living Under Critical Injury
Charles Olser an iron worker injured by a fall at the Charles street jail last Wednesday remains alive with a broken neck at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is unconscious and may die at any time. Authorities have not learned his home address, though it is said he has a family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Olser
Charles Street
Massachusetts General Hospital
Olser
Mule Spinners Accept Wage Schedule at Lowell
The Mule Spinners Union voted to accept the mill agents schedule after weeks of agitation for higher wages. The agreement narrows inequalities but does not fully meet all claims, though the union reserves the right to seek another advance at the first favorable opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell
Outings for Children Salvation Army Seeks Donations Sanctioned
The Salvation Army offers summer outings for 25,000 mothers and children at a small cost, urging contributions to Frank P. Luce of 1 Dock Square Boston via C H Robinson Co. Subscriptions are tallied from multiple donors including Helen M. Cobb Melrose and Miss Brown Chandier Street Boston, totaling 143.30 dollars with Luce as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
Frank P. Luce
Dock Square
Boston
C. H. Robinson & Co
Haymarket
Daily Press
Sebard
Friend
the Salvation Army
Isa
Woods
South Harwich
Song Sk
G. H. Wilcom
South AM
D.C
Gresescees
E. Peatahewy
Newtonville
Mambisss
G. W
Helen M. Cobb
Melrose
BsOe ‘ Socr
Brown
Chandier Street
B. P. Luce
Extending the Civil Service becomes federal rule
Washington July 19 an order from President Cleveland places the employees of pension agencies under civil service regulations head numbers five six hundred omitted further details but indicates a broad expansion of civil service coverage across federal pension offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cleveland
United States
Civil Service
The Yankee Uaned Into a Vast Clearing House
Boston's busiest store buys overstocked makers' goods for spot cash. Fifteen buyers inspect samples daily from 10 to 12, creating a flood of fresh stock. The store doubles in size, crowds fill the aisles, and daily prices slash costs on men and boys wear, capes, suits, underwear, hats, and outerwear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yankee
First Corps of Cadets Hold Dress Parade at Hingham Camp
A cool day at Hingham details the First Corps of Cadets activities including reveille, guard mounting, a route march and skirmish drill, hill assault, coffee, and a 6 PM dress parade. Spectators mobbed the camp as officers led drills and band practice preceded a camp break and march to Boston.
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Hingham
Corps of Cadets
Reveille
T. B. Tricnor
Winthrop Wetherbee
William A. Bayes
Blake
Joy
Lockwood
Jordan
Richardson
William H. Alline
George R. Rogers
Herbert C. Wells
Boston
Broad
State
Devonshire
Armory
Death of Nelson the Somerville Dog
A Boston area scene recalls a child led funeral for Nelson the old dog who died near Beacon and Washington streets. Dozens of children gathered, wrapped the body in newspapers, dug a grave on Calvin street and solemnly buried their canine friend with tender care, a moment praised by residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somerville
Union Square
Beacon
Washington Streets
Nelson
Calvin Street
Post
Mayor Curtis and Jesse Gove Reunited In City Politics
In a tense Boston scene Peter Morrison bridged a rift between Mayor Curtis and Jesse Gove who amicably reconcile after weeks of tension. Gove predicts Curtis will be renominated and elected, while remarks reveal tensions over police commission reappointments and Bowden’s election deputy clash, with Curtis losing ground among Dorchester Republicans.
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Curtis
Jesse
Gove
Peter Morrison
West Boston
Ned
Blaine
City Hall
Jesse Gove
Greenhalge
Wolcott
Police Commission
Whiting
Matthews
Carlisle
Dorchester
Harry Atwood
Alderman Falsom
Henry Bowden
Bowden
Alderman Folsom
Folsom
Mr. Bowden
Chairman Sanford
Moran
John J. Crohan
Drohan
Connor's Unique Will Leaves Rooms to Family
Nelson Connor's will filed in Washington on July 19 specifies each family member receives rooms in the house. The wife gets the two front rooms the shop and the room over it a daughter the dining room and one third floor room the back room upstairs and the kitchen go to a grandson. Connor hopes all live together in peace and love. Lawyers say the will is strange but valid.
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Washington
Nelson Connor
Connor
Olney and DeLome Return to Washington From Massachusetts
Secretary of State Olney and Spanish minister DeLome arrived in Washington from Massachusetts. Olney did not appear at the State Department until late afternoon. The visit is believed connected to the Mora claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Olney
DeLome
Massachusetts
State Department
Mora
Accident at Old Court House Fells Workman John Derry
John T. Derry was painting the interior of the old Court House when he fell from a staging at 4 30 yesterday afternoon. He fractured his right hip and right heel bones. Dr Eliott attended and advised removal to Massachusetts General Hospital. Derry is 4 and resides at 18 Warwick Street.
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John T. Derry
Old Court House
Eliott
Massachusetts General Hospital
Derry
Warwick Etrest
Wholesale clothing sale at Fisk & Goff moves stock
Announcement details deep discounts at 22 Summer street and 23 and 25 Boylston street, offering men’s suits, coats, trousers, and children’s wear from Thompson Willis Newgent now sold to Fisk & Goff. Large quantities in various fabrics, with additional winter stock at 22 Summer street through Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson, Willis & Newgent
Summer St
Fisk & Goff
Clothiers
Boylston St
Young Corbett Stops Maber in Seventh Round Knockout
George Green known as Young Corbett and Shad ow Maber doubled in a twenty five round sparring night at Riverside Athletic Club. Maber led until a swift counter left jaw blow floored him in the seventh round. Referee Charley White counted him out as West knockout Johnson earlier in the card. Brady announced backing West for six thousand dollars to fight Jack McAuliffe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
George Green
Young Corbett
Maber
Riverside Athletic Club
Corbett
Charley White
New York
Chris Johnson
Tommy West
Chicago
West
Johnson
William Brady
Jack McAuliffe
O'Donnell Wins 15-Round Bout In Montreal
Nearly 2000 spectators watched Steve O'Donnell, Corbett's sparring partner, defeat Billy Woods of Denver after a 14th round knockout at Crystal Ring. O'Donnell weighed 188 pounds to Woods 170 as referee Martin Costello declared the winner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
Crystal Ring
Steve O’donnell
Corbett
Billy Woods
Denver
O'Donnell
Woods
O’donnell
Martin Costello
Lawrence Riding Park July meet ends with multiple heats
At Lawrence Riding Park the July meet closed with three races on the card. In the 3:24 pace Almary won two heats before Motion Jr. led and won three straight heats. The 2:34 pace required five heats for Coon Point Maid to prevail. The 2:18 class saw Don C. win in straight heats.
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Pace
Motion, Jr
Almary
Aleagar
Thompha Ane Vn
Mess Gendcees Lilly
Skinner
Jethne Rogers
B. G
Gardiner
Frank Clay
Bik. G
Cole
Hirani
Durham
Goodwin Hambletonian
Bon Ton de Woes
Attorber
Henry M. Patchen
Botsheet
Socccc
Ncsssee
Jerry
Casque
Lavoe
Aristo Gilic
Aldo
Conn
Hartford
Don Carlos Cayartegh
Kendall
Cora
Richardson
Roxbury Coachman Injured In Street Collision
Thomas Carroll a coachman for G D Parker of 1 Magnolia Roxbury was driving on Diddley street when his horse ran away. The wagon hit a tree at Magnolia and Dudley streets, Carroll was thrown and severely injured about the face and head. The wagon was demolished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Carroll
G. D. Parker
Magnolia Street
Roxbury
Diddley Street
Magnolia
Dudley Streets
Carroll
Waltham officials inspect schools for fitness
Mayor Milton and Superintendent Abbott visited the Waltham school buildings to verify the foundation of a recent charge that the facilities are unsafe for children. The mayor declined to discuss it now but hinted he may address the Aldermen at the next meeting.
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Waltham
Milton
Abbott
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E.c.almy & Co
Washington St., Cor. Essex
Lawrence
Madras
Knight Templars
Cort
Fauntleroy Pirates Sehenge
Csa
Cises
Pres
Mayor Curtis and
the Elections Deputy Office
Shadow Maber
Tilly Woods
Lawrence Riding Park
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