Mrs Ruffin Not at Convention Opens Large Women’s Meet
At Los Angles May Day opening of the club women's convention draws crowds in the Simpson Auditorium with 56,000 calla lilies. Discussion centers on secret society membership and possible seating of Mrs. Roberts. both issues are restrained by policy. Mrs. Ruffin is not seated. New Era Club Boston applies but is tabled.
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Salt Lake City
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Anna West
Massachusetts
Ruffin
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Boston
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Lowe
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Mystery in 100 Robbery at Dr. Clara C Austin’s flat
Police investigate a burglary at 1544 Commonwealth Avenue near 9 p m April 20 to 6 45 a m yesterday. Jewelry and money amounting to about 1 are missing. Entry theory centers on false keys and access by someone familiar with the premises. Chief Watts said no new developments.
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Clara C. Austin
Commonwealth Avenue
Watts
Chelsea Academy of Music Sixth Concert Pleases Audience
The Chelsea Musical Society presented a large fashionable audience for its sixth concert. The choruses were finely sung and the solo work stood out with Mrs Grace Bonner Williams, Miss Adelaide J. Gregs, Pr. D. Crosby Greene Jr., and Stephen Townsend in the solo lineup. G. W. F. Reed conducted and Mrs Alfa L. Small accompanied.
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Chelsea Academy of Music
Chelsea Musical Society
Grace Bonner Willams
Adelaide J.4gregs
D. Crosby Greene,Jr
Stephen Townsend
G. W. F. Reed
Alfa L. Small
Chelsea church bids farewell to retiring pastor Whitaker
Members of the Mt. Bellingham M. E. Church in Chelsea held a farewell reception for retiring pastor Rev. N. T. Whitaker J. D. and his wife. A welcome was extended to the new pastor Rev. A. H. Nazarian, during the gathering.
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Parewell
Mt. Bellingham M. FE
Chelsea
N. T. Whitaker
J. D
A. H. Nazarian
Boer Decision May 15 Peace Talks at Vereeniging
May 1 reports indicate a general meeting of Boer leaders will be held at Vereeniging Transvaal with a final decision on peace negotiations expected.
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Vereeniging
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President Roosevelt to Honor Naval Academy Graduates
President Roosevelt will depart tomorrow for Annapolis to present diplomas to the graduating class of the United States Naval Academy.
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Annapolis
Washington
Roosevelt
Naval Academy
Governor Moody Resigns Letter Received by Governor Crane
Governor Crane announced yesterday that William H. Moody submitted his resignation. The formal letter was delivered to the governor’s office, prompting administrative steps to fill the vacancy.
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Crane
William H. Moody
Hotel Italy Closed in North End Liquor Crackdown
The Hotel Italy in North Square shut its doors on the new license year as Italian liquor dealers without scene fees faced closures. Bottlers’ licenses were withheld amid abuse of privileges, with many basements used as bar rooms.
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North Square
Younkin
North Street
Molineux Murder Trial Set for Early June
District Attorney Jerome explained delays in notable cases as he announced the second trial of Roland B. Molineux for murder will start on the first Monday in June.
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Jerome
Roland B.molineux
Heroic Rescue Saves Stranded Toddler From Narrow Wall Gap
In a narrow 9 Prince Street alleyway, Tony Mastaenangelo was wedged head downward between walls. Fire officer Lt. McLean and volunteers freed him after tearing a wooden wall and using a lever, despite internal injury fears and the crowd’s anxious vigil.
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Tony
Tony Mastaenangelo
Jeffries Yacht Club Opens Its House for the Season
East Boston yacht club members and friends filled the Jeffries Yacht Club house for the season opening. About 300 attended as improvements from winter were reviewed and yachting plans discussed. Commodore Fret H. Seavey welcomed guests while Elmwood concert members staged an entertainment. many Boston yachtsmen and Fast Boston political leaders joined for refreshments.
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Fret H. Seavey
Elmwood Concert Company
Boston
Pet Dog Alerts Neighbors to Woman's Death
The barking of a pet dog in Mrs Barbara Ketcham's apartment on Second Street led neighbors to discover her body. The 70 year old woman had not been seen for three days and was found after 11 pm when the dog barked shrill, signaling trouble.
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Second Street
Dennis J. Powers
Danish West Indies Treaty Stalls in Landsthing Vote
May 1 in Copenhagen reports a secret Landsthing session failed to act decisively on the West Indies treaty. A late vote signals postponement of ratification after a plebiscite, prompting a conference with Folkething and intense party maneuvering amid strong support from the leading pro ratifiers and opposition aims to block.
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Coponhagen
Landsthing
Witness Testimony in Dedham Murder Case
In Norfolk Superior Court Philander Allen stands trial for assault with intent to murder George A. Musche after a December 6 incident. Margaret C. McClellan testified she heard an altercation and a gun report. Allen reportedly commented I fix you and later questioned if a shot was heard. He said Good God that settles it and left. Frederick W. Morrow testified Musche struck Allen. About 30 witnesses were called for the defense.
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Philander Allen
George A. Musche
Norfolk
Allen
Frederick W. Morrow
Mast Dedham
Musche
Master Teamsters Meet Discuss Wages in Boston
Employers of general teamsters in Boston and vicinity met at the Hotel Essex to consider demands from drivers in Teamsters Union 191. The gathering was harmonious but concluded that wage and condition increases could not be granted now, awaiting the union’s next move. leaders expect the master teamsters will likely bow to the drivers' demands.
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Boston
Essex
Teamsters’ Union 191
Parishioners Attend Fifth St Francis de Sales Reunion
About 1500 people gathered at Paul Revere Hall in Roxbury for the fifth annual St Francis de Sales Church reunion. The program featured an entertainment, a military drill, prize awards for top ticket sellers among the socialites, and dancing.
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St. Francis de Sales
Roxbury
Paul Revere Hall
Women Workers Call For Washington Street Subway
Massachusetts Association of Women Workers adopts a resolution urging a new Washington Street subway to relieve crowding on the Poston Elevated road. The group asks the legislative committee on metropolitan affairs to act immediately, naming several signatories from Boston addresses.
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Legislative Committee On Metropolitan Affairs
Poston
Washington Street
Mass. Assn. OF Women Workers
Lillian P. Richards
Newbury Street
O. M. BE. Rowe
City Hospital
Harvey P. Towle
Marlboro Asveat
Marie T. Hersey
Marlboro Street
Alice H. Bisset
Commonwealth Avenue
Harriet E. Johnson
Chestnut Street
Former Navy Secretary Long Bids Goodbyes at White House
Washington May 1 Former Secretary of the Navy Long and Mrs Long visited the White House to say farewell to President Roosevelt and Mrs. Roosevelt after their eventful stay.
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Secretary of the Navy
Long
White House
Roosevelt
Hell Fire Jack of Lucknow Dies at 101
General Sir William Ollyerts known as Hell Fire Jack at Lucknow is dead. Born in 1822, he served with distinction and earned his sobriquet during the Indian campaigns.
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Lucknow
London
William Olyherts
Cummings rests after a comfortable day in Baltimore
A. J. Cummings rested easily in Baltimore at midnight after a fairly comfortable day with considerable nourishment taken. The report notes his steady condition and continued recovery following recent events.
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Baigimore
Cummings
Novelist Xavier Aymon de Montepin Dies in Paris
May 1 report from Paris states novelist and playwright Xavier Aymon de Montepin is dead. He was born in 184. The obituary notes his contributions to 19th century literature and theatre.
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Xavier Aymon de Montepin
Cork Opposition Open RK May 1
The international exhibition opened today in Cork highlighting regional and international exhibitors and anticipated trade and cultural exchange among participants and visitors.
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Cork
Theatre notes on Boston season shifts and new works
Manager Schoeffel faces potential closure as a New Orleans opera company cancels Boston due to chorus refusals. Clyde Fitch plans The Flirt with Ethel Barrymore in New York next season while Strollers and Paris Girl cast members attend a professional matinee. Henry B. Harris buys The Second Volume. Mme Modjeska hints farewell may not last.
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New York
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Man In the Iron Mask
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Europe
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Mme
Modiesxa
Uncle Terry at Boston Theatre Extended and Bostonians Tour
The Boston Theatre prolongs Uncle Terry making 80 greats for another week. May 12 marks the Bostonians arrival with new and old pieces. Frank Daniels at Tremont this and next week will skip Boston in 1902-03. Miss Sim plicity tours limited cities. next season she plans new territory for the piece. The County...
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Boston
Bostonians
Frank Daniels
Tremont
Cavill Returns to Boston in Hopes of Racing McCusker
After 18 months away, Percy F. Cavill the Australian swimming champion returns to Boston improved in health and weight. He says acclimation to the American climate explains his wellness. Cavill had been in Florida as a swimming instructor at Miami and taught at the Olympic Club in San Francisco last summer before resuming Florida work. He was greeted by friends and plans to stay in Boston until fall.
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Cavill
Florida
Miami
Philip Armour
Frisco
Olympic Club
James L. McCusker
Australi
McCusker
Fair’ at the Park draws steady summer crowds
The article notes strong public favor for Fair’ at the Park with packed houses at major venues. It highlights The Girl from Paris at Columbia, Miss Jeffreys Lewis at Grand Opera House, The Span of Life at Bowdoin Square, and upcoming Lerby Winner with Charlotte Hunt. Also mentions continued runs at Bowdoin Square, Keith’s week with Willie Hale and Frances, Kitty Mitchell at Music Hall, Billy Watson at Howard, and the Spet at Austin Stone’s, plus a new King Philip fishing trip on Sunday and a redesigned steamer for families.
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Keith's
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Frances
Kitty Mitchell
Music Hall
Billy Watson
Howard
Austin & Stone’s
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