Mysterious Death of Worcester Editor on Rail Line
The mutilated body of George H. Atwood assistant county editor of the Worcester Telegram was found on the Boston Albany tracks in Framingham. He left home to visit Boston with a plan to return to Worcester but never reached the Telegram office. His brother was in Boston at the time. The motive and circumstances remain unclear.
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South Framingham
Boston & Albany
George H. Atwood
Worcester
Worcester Telegram
Atwood
Springfield Union
Telegram
Murray Avenue
Boston
Riots and Militia in Pawtucket and Central Falls Riot
In Pawtucket and Central Falls Rhode Island on June 15 armed troops under Governor Kimball struggled to quell rioting. A machine gun blocked crowds, electric service resumed sparked more protests, and the railroad cars were halted after tracks were damaged and vehicles pelted. Marines and militia moved to restore order but crowds continued to threaten restoration of service.
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Pawtucket
R. I
Kimball
Central Falls
Traction Company
Cumberland
Lincoln
North Providence
Fules
Fales
Tanner
Fitzgerald
Praise for West Pointers at Manila Dinner
At a West Point dinner in Manila, Acting Civil Governor Wright questioned the Philippine government bill’s fierceness, citing sober American judgment, while Coronel Charles A. Woodruff praised graduates, calling them “charity boys” whose Mexican War savings saved millions and lives, supporting U S supremacy.
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Manila
West Point
Noua
Wright
Coronel Charles A. Woodruff
United States
Runaway car injures two Cambridge women on Columbus
The second chapter of the Columbus street runaway car tale reports Miss Gertrude Brown and Miss Addie Huntley as occupants. A landlady disputed Huntley’s presence yet medical notes cite contusions to ankles and possible knee water. Dr. Erb, called after the crash, said both women would likely be housebound for a time.
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Columbus
Car G. Pudvister
Jand
Miss Huntley
Huntley
Boers Surrender 204 Since Friday Says Kitchener
A Pretoria despatch dated June 14 reports Lord Kitchener stating 204 Boers have surrendered since Friday June 13 and that operations are progressing satisfactorily.
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Lord Kitchener
London
Pretoria
Boston Area Weather Forecast Monday Showers and Warmth
Local forecast for Boston and vicinity notes Monday generally cloudy with occasional showers and thunder, warmer temperatures, and variable winds. Tuesday looks fair and cooler with light to fresh westerly winds.
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Boston
Ashington
Todeay Anne
The Big Brother Cigarros Sell Fast Worldwide
The Cuba Big Brother cigars, five for ten cents, are popular among luxury buyers. Over one million are needed monthly to meet orders from top clubs and hotels, making it a prestige smoke for the affluent.
King Edward Suffering From Chill After Torchlight Tattoo
London reports King Edward is slightly indisposed with a chill and lumbago after a cold outdoor night at the Aldershot torchlight tattoo. Queen Alexandra attended services while the king rests in quiet. No official bulletin issued. a tomorrow review may see the Prince of Wales take salutes if the king is unable to attend.
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London
Edward
Aldershot
Brigade
Alexandra
Prince of Wales
Chief Physician Sir Francis Laking In London News
London June 15 Sir Francis Laking physician in ordinary to his Majesty was reported in a brief dispatch. The brief item notes his status and role, reflecting a formal royal medical appointment.
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London
Francis Laking
King Edward Affected by Chill Delays Royal Review
London June 15 The Court Circular reports King Edward unable to leave his room due to a chill causing lumbago. Sir Francis Laking visited Sunday night and found the King much better. Officials expect he may attend the royal review tomorrow.
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London
Pking
Edward
Francis Laking
Fabor Union Marks Solons for Defeat
The Central Le Union vows to defeat Massachusetts legislators who voted against the picketing bill. It pledges concerted political action statewide, urging labor to oppose candidates who opposed direct legislation and picketing measures. Resolutions call for publishing vote records and coordinating with central labor unions.
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Central
le Union
Massachusetts
Springfield Central Labor Union
Marsh
Hampden
Sullivan
Suffolks
A . Lved
Aso
Friends
B. L. Logan
Central Labor Union
General Court
Washington Street
Boston
Crozier
Driscoll
Kneeland
Kenney
Soft Goal Men Interested In Anthracite Strike
Patrick Gilday president of the Central Pennsylvania soft coal district reports 42,900 miners are engaged in supporting the anthracite field strike. He says orders to block soft coal shipments into anthracite territory have kept soft coal from replacing anthracite, and predicts eventual operator concessions as mine timbering risks worsen, delaying operations and widening losses.
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Wilkesbarre
Penn
Patrick Gilday
Pennsylvania
United Mine ‘Workers of America
Mitchell
Associated Press Today
Gilday
Strike Leaders Agitate as Coal Region Stays Quiet
Reports from Fairmont West Virginia indicate an uneventful Sunday with all plants expected to resume work tomorrow. A verdict in the strike leaders case is awaited, while organizers freed from arrest spent the day agitating at multiple points. The campaign plans to continue for an indefinite period.
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Fpairmont
W. Va
Election results for Cigarmakers Union 97 officers and delegates
At the annual election of Cigarmakers Union 97 officers were chosen including William Stancombe as president Sol Harris as vice president Henry Abrahams recording secretary J Lipp financial secretary and a slate of executive committee and delegate positions filled by members such as Frank H McCarthy Sim Myers Robert Steevers and Patrick Mahoney Delegates were named to the Central Labor Union New England label conference and the State convention of the AFL within the provided list of attendees and positions.
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Cigarmakers
Union 97
William StAncombe
Sol. Harris
Henry Abrahams
J.lipp
William Cullen
James Blythe
Austin Kaveney
J. Haley
W. Millis
Abe Britton
M. Dickey
H. Talbeth
A. Cohen
Frank H. McCarthy
Sim Myers
Robert Steevers
H. Abrahams
David W. Benjamin
Patrick Mahoney
J. Moffie
Jacobs
Central Labor Union
Teddy Cohen
P. Mahoney
A. F. of L
Father of Medicine praised for saving doctors’ bills
A Pawtucket father testifies that using the invention called Father of Medicine cured his daughter of bronchitis after trying it with suctor. He claims the device saves medical expenses in his family.
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Milligan
Pawtucket
R. I
Hood
Lawson claims conspiracy over trainer arrest at race event
Thomas W. Lawson told a Post reporter he believes a conspiracy aimed at derailing his Duke's Cup campaign. He cites the Civil Process arrest of head trainer Ralph Black at Clyde Park hours before the race, a cash note settlement dispute, and alleged delays affecting Black's participation. Lawson vows a full investigation and to expose those behind the move.
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Post
Thomas W.W. Lawson
Ralph Black
Black
Lawson
Hyde Park
Country Club
Filona
Carson
Awson
Mr. Lawson
Thomas W. Lawson
Deacons Lock Out Saint Pauls Flock At Boston Hall
A Boston church row after St Pauls Baptist Church was locked out, forcing Rev Simon Drew and parishioners to hold three services in Lincoln Hall West Concord Street. He may resign. a Monday meeting will decide if he stays. The church faces internal strife over his mortgage stance and leadership. Funds raised exceeded 1900 dollars for St Johns Missionary Union.
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St. Paul's Baptist Church
Simon P.drew
Lincoln Hall
Concord Street
Jesus
Hell
Heavenly Insurance Company
Boston
Jesus Christ
Mr. Drewne
St. Paul’s Church
St. John's Missionary Union For
Mr. Drew
Drew
Boy Kidnapped in South Boston Father Claims Identity
William Fahey, a Scytarid boy living with grandmother Mrs. Ellen Meehan at 556 West Fourth Street, South Boston, was reportedly abducted by a man claiming to be his father after playing near home. Police pursue leads as description notes red hair and clothing.
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William Fahey
Ellen Meehan
West Fourth Street
South
Boston
Fahey
Bahey
West
Charles Graves Ends His Lier
Charles Graves an eight year old boy who lived with his wife at 21 Stamford Street died at Emergency Relief Hospital yesterday morning after ingesting carbolic acid at midnight Saturday. Mrs Graves was in the room and her husband took the fatal dose. She summoned help and a physician but he died en route to the hospital. Graves was described as industrious and well adapt, with no motive for self harm evident. The couple married a little over a year ago and came from Brookfield last fall.
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Charles Graves
Stamford Street
Marriq
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Fabor Union
Women’s Label League
Clyde Park
Er Clapp
Amy
New York
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St. Paul’s
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