Moran Whitney Dennison In Big Political Fight
A Massachusetts political upheaval unfolds as District Attorney John B. Moran declares he will seek re election, not governor. Eugene Foss endorses Henry M Whitney for governor with Bryan backing, while Democrat leaders weigh Whitney s continued strength. Joseph A Dennison, ex assistant district attorney, lines up to challenge Moran with Mayor Fitzgerald support.
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Bay State
John B. Moran
Suffolk County
Mr. Moran
Eugene N. Foss
Henry M. Whitney
Whitney
William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Massachusetts
Moran
Joseph A. Dennison
Martan
Fitzgerald
Hearst Support and Whitney Backers Stir Republican Ranks
Yesterday's developments open possibilities as Hearst men face the Whitney bid with Charles Murphy previously highlighted in mayoral and gubernatorial campaigns. Talks of a Whitney Brown Democratic ticket surface while ex Governor Douglas factions weigh a test of sentiment. Foss, backing Whitney in earlier clashes, signals potential commotion in Republican ranks.
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Hearst
Whitney
Charles Murphy
New York
Brown
William L. Douglas
Douglas
Foss
Mr. Whitney
Frank
Republian
Moran withdraws from governor race amid Democratic talks
Interviews with Democratic leaders reveal Moran’s decision stems from health concerns and not outside influence. Granville S. MacFarland says Bryan did not influence Moran and Moran was the sole early front runner. Gerry Brown declines to speculate on a replacement, while James H. Vahey hints Whitney would be his choice.
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Moran
Henry M. Whitney
Granville S. MacFarland
Mr. Bryan
Mr. Moran
Bryan
White House
Whitney
Douglas
E. Gerry Brown
Brock
Mr. Vahey
Campaign Declarations From 1905 Gubernatorial Talks
District Attorney Moran rules out Gov run and backs district attorney bid. Joseph Dennison accepts Moran’s withdrawal and appeals to county voters. Eugene N Foss supports Henry M Whitney for governor at City Club. Henry M Whitney pauses on candidacy while addressing Bryan visit in Boston.
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Mr. Whitney
Eugene N. Foss
Henry M. Whitney
City Club
Mr. Bryan
Moran
William Jennings Bryan
Boston
Statement on hearing ends with flying colors
Counsel Hartridge said Harry emerged from today’s hearing with flying colors and recalled more about the case than I did. He added we are confident of the outcome and expressed assurance in the result of the proceedings.
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Harry
Hartridge
Thaw Under Questioning By Lunacy Commission
Harry K. Thaw submitted to two hours of questioning by a commission appointed by Justice Fitzgerald to assess his mental state. The private session ended with an adjournment to Saturday morning. Attorneys smiled. District Attorney Jerome declined to discuss the inquiry.
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New York
Harry K. Thaw
Justice Fitzgerald
Thaw
Jerome
Criminal Courts
Officials Rush to Avert R R Strike in Chicago
Washington reports that Interstate Commerce Commission Chairman Martin A. Knapp and Labor Commissioner Charles P. Neill will travel to Chicago for mediation with conductors, trainmen, and western railroad officials over wage disputes. They will seek settlement under law, with arbitration if mediation fails.
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Washington
Martin A. Knapp
Interstate Commerce Commission
Charles P. Neill
Chicago
Knapp
Mr. Neill
Railroads and Union Leaders Face Impasse Over Wages
Chicago reports a wage scale dispute between Western railroad general managers and train service unions. The ultimatum calls for terms with the men to avert a strike after rejection of arbitration. Firemen seek higher pay and an eight hour day. government mediation under Erdmann act discussed but no settlement reached. Officials concede the crisis is grave.
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Chicago
Western Railroads
Erdmann
General Managers’ Associate
Slason Thompson
General Managers’ Association
Labor Leaders Face Pressure From Washington Word
Officials suggest that requests for government intervention may shift union leaders' views. The unions have made concessions, and leaders are urged to quicken reconciliation to avoid broader trouble.
Generally Cloudy Forecast for Boston and Vicinity
Forecasters expect mostly cloudy conditions in Boston and surrounding areas with a chance of light showers on Friday and Saturday. Winds will be variable at night. Washington report notes New England forecast calls for cloudy Friday and showers Saturday with variable winds.
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Boston
Vicinity
Washington
New England
Temperature Readings At Thompson Spa Yesterday
The thermometer at Thompson's Spa on Washington Street logged hourly readings showing a warm day with an average temperature of 48.8 degrees. The entry notes yesterday's date and asks for the temperature on the same date one year ago for comparison.
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Thompson's Spa
Washington Street
Hibie
Elole
Proctor of Proctor and Gamble Dies by Suicide
William A. Proctor, president of Proctor and Gamble and son of a founder, died suddenly at his Glendale home from a self inflicted gunshot wound. The prominent business figure and Episcopal layman was known for his profit sharing scheme and wealth, built around Ivory Soap and other products.
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Cincinnati
William A. Proctor
Proctor & Gamble Company
Glendale
Proctor
Protestant Episcopal Church
Finest stock to select from at half regular prices
Finest stock to select from at half regular prices F Gray Co Washington and Hanover streets.
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F. Gray Co
Washington and
Hanover Streets
Higginson Announces Engagement To Actress Jeanne Calducci
Alexander Henry Higginson, noted society figure and yachtsman, announces his engagement to Miss Jeanne Calducci, a Boston stage actress who recently starred in The Student King.
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Jeanne Calducci
Alexander Henry Higginson
New England
W. Starling Burgess
Boston
Higginson To Wed Actress After Divorce From Tudor
Society man and yachtsman Higginson, once married to Rosamond Tudor, announces engagement to actress Jeanne Carducci known for Gretchen in The Student King in Boston. Friends note long-standing attachments and prior rumored unions with Hilda Spong.
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Alexander Henry Higginson
Fox Hunter
Miss Tudor
Calducci
Henry Lee Higginson
Boston
Hilda Spong
W. H. Crane
Young Higginson
Tudor
Higginson
W. Starling Burgess
Gloucester
Spring Suits At Half At Boston Exhibition
The greatest exhibition of spring clothing ever seen in Boston at F. Gray Co. on Washington and Hanover streets showcases half price deals. Shoppers flock to browse men and women’s suits and outfits in a brisk, citywide event.
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Boston
F. Gray Co
Washington and
Hanover Streets
Fitch Romance Ends Engagement With Miss Lily Northen
Conover Fitch, prominent clubman and society leader, announces that his engagement to Miss Lily Northen of Brighton England, once expected to lead to a brilliant society wedding, has been broken off.
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Conover . Fitch
Lily Northen
Brighton
Eng
Engagement Ends Between Conover Fitch and Lily Northen
Paris report states Conover Fitch and Lily Northen mutual consented to break their engagement. The pair, long linked by social ties across Boston and Brighton, had been a highlight of premier society, with the Fitch family known for wealth and prominence.
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Paris
Conover Fitch
Lily Northen
Brighton
Day
Mary Fitch
Conover
Frank Northen
Fitch
Miss Northen
Young Fitch
Northen
London
Northens
Lily
Ezra Fitch
Helen and
Boston
F. Gray Co. Ad Highlights Shapes Colors
An abbreviated listing notes offerings by F. Gray Co. on Washington and Hanover streets. The item emphasizes a broad range of shapes and colors available from the retailer.
Draper Romance Ties Bristow Draper to Chorus Girl Queenie Sanford
Draper Bristow son of the lieutenant governor secretly wed Queenie Sanford a chorus girl in the Rich Mr Hoggenheimer company in New York over a week ago after news of his engagement to Miss Ray of Franklin was canceled.
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Bristow Draper
Draper
Queenie Sanford
Mr. Hoggenheimer’ Company
New York
Miss Ray
Franklin
Beacon Street
Tremont Building
Draper Engagement Shattered By Secret Marriage
Bristow Draper son of Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor wed actress Queenie Sanford a week before announcing engagement to Miss Alice Ray of Franklin. The ceremony occurred in New York after a late night party, with Lola Merrill as bridesmaid and Ralph Camp as best man. Draper and Sanford reportedly honeymooning in Europe. Draper père travels to investigate.
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Bristow Draper
Massachusetts
Alice Ray
Franklin
Queenie Sanford
Mr. Hoggenheimer
Wallack’s
New York
Dr. Houghton
Brookline
Hoggenheimer
Ralph Camp
Draper
J. B. King & Co
Broadway
Rector’s
Draper, Camp and the Two Girls Had Breakfast Together and Then Went To Dr
Continued on Page 5 Herringbone Grays and Coverts
A brief item notes continued coverage on Page 5 listing Herringbone grays and coverts with a price of seven dollars and ninety cents. It attributes the goods to F Gray Co located at Washington and Hanoversts.
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F. Gray Co
Washington and Hanoversts
Young Wife Leaves Boston to Claim Body After Tragic Death
A Boston woman departs to assume custody of a body after a suicide. The dying confession allegedly reveals the motive as emotional distress. Police report the woman acted under distress and authorities proceed with formal procedures.
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Boston
Death of Chick Stahl Shocks Baseball World
Charles Chick Stahl captain of the Boston Americans died by suicide in West Baden Indiana. Reports say he showed no signs of insanity and had just given up much of his team responsibility days earlier. Domestic troubles or personal worries are suspected as factors in the mysterious tragedy.
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West Baden
Ind
Charles
Chick) Sylvester Stahl
Boston American
Stahl
Collins
Jim
Joe Harris
Death by Own Action Shocks Baseball Camp
The death of Chick Stahl by his own action paralyzed the camp as Stahl, exhausted and unwell, refused to leave the club. He resigned as manager yet stayed with the team, then collapsed after a morning routine and his death left twenty five players stunned and grieving.
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West Baden
Ind
Chick Stahl
Stahl
Fort Wayne
Boys' Day at Gray's Offers Half-Price Youth Suits
About twenty thousand boys and youths suits advertised at half price with a sale on boys' black suits valued at five dollars now two dollars and ninety cents. Gray Co. operates from Washington and Hanover streets with exclusive department display.
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IF. Gray Co
Washington and
Hanover Streets
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Ton
Nish
Sydney Grant
Johnanna
Leila McIntyre
Leclaire Proa
Alice Taylor
Laffayette
Dec Beaumont
Ponien
R. R
Proctor & Gamble
Jeanne Carducci
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