Devil legend spurs Lowell crowd hopes for prominent return
A conspicuous Lowell legend asks if the devil is coming to town and whether this hints that some of the city’s prominent citizens may be returning home. The note reflects local curiosity about notable figures and town mood.
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Boston drink curtailment law sparks citywide resistance
The Chicago Times reports Boston residents vocally oppose the new law limiting drinking hours. Citizens and merchants express frustration as enforcement begins, signaling potential legal challenges and public debate over beverages rules.
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Seaside Hotel Reports Peak Room Rentals Ahead of Summer
The manager of a major seaside hotel near this city says room rentals exceed the same date in any prior year. Indications point to a notably large and prosperous season at all Newland summer resorts.
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Maine Democrats favor Bion Bradbury for Portland customs
The Peru and Argus notes the Portland customs collector vacancy has not yet reached a decisive decision. It cites gossip and hints at the honest Washington correspondents, while asserting Bion Bradbury is the strong Maine Democratic choice for the office.
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Cincinnati Enquirer backs Cleveland in steady administration
The article defends President Cleveland, arguing criticism comes from professional politicians, not the people. It praises his cool headed, conservative approach and asserts democracy will regain control decently and in order, noting the Enquirer’s shift from prior stance.
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Many curious tidbits from the era sprawl across state lines
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Sun policy blamed in article on Cleveland administration
A lengthy critique attacks Democrats and The Sun for backing President Cleveland, calling out confusion over party loyalty and alleging the paper pursues editor interests. The piece warns that The Sun’s claimed democratic wisdom often fuels mischief rather than public policy.
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Encounter on the road ends with deadly pepper-box duel
A lone traveler recalls an ambush by Ackerman who sprang from behind a tree and fired a pepper-box pistol. The narrator returned fire, killing him with lead, and they had to flip the body over with a handspike. The tale ends with the claim that a pepper-box wielding man is his own worst enemy.
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Educational work in Atlanta by Boston Post correspondent
The Atlanta University and related schools are highlighted in a May 6 report from Boston Post correspondent Kimball House. The piece notes 60 acres, industrial art emphasis, and female students assisting in housework while male students work on grounds. It mentions Stone Hall funded by Mrs. Valeria G. Stone and Mrs. J. L. Knowles memorial building, with Yale educated Edmund A. Ware as president and other New England natives among staff. Silk culture thrives and demand for teachers grows with funding.
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