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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1899

Page

7

Legislature Debates Employers Liability Bills in House

The Massachusetts House debated multiple measures on employer responsibility. Supporters urged justice for workers while opponents warned of overreach and needed reforms. A roll call defeated a bill to elevate employer liability and a substitute sought jury fact finding on risk.

McLaughlin Worcester Mr. Mellen Mr. Myers Cambridge Mar. Johnson Wonohue Fall River House Judiciary Committee Myr. Carey Haverhill Carey Selfridge Boston Myers Blood Fitchburg Trerefore Mr. Howland Chess Mrr. Miller The Times John I. Toland Kenefick Hampden Johnson Brigham Marlboro Davenport Greenfield Feiker Northampton Marloro Knowlton Supreme Court Messrs. Blood Fitchhare Mellen Messrs. Myers Cambrines Howland Chelsea Dean Wakefield Massachusetts Melien Worcestsar Senate

Little Heiress to Millions Spoiled By Wealthy Line

Miss Marjorie Gould, eldest daughter of Corve Gould, is described as heir to vast fortunes and a planned life abroad among European society. Raised with numerous governesses and tutors, she spends time at Lakewood riding a pony as attendants accompany her mother Edith Kingdon and the Gould lineage.

Marjorie Gould Corve Gould Secand Marjorie Edith Kingdon Daly’s Comming Miss Gould Continental Countess de Castellane Anna Gould Lakewood

Boston Transit Commission Debates Previous Salary Cut

Debate on reducing transit commissioners’ pay from 8006 to 1000 dominates Boston session. Chairman Mieveil of Suffolk pushes cut, Lott seeks abolition, Innes votes to leave salary to City Council, Donovan defends expertise, Clareons voices concern on board retention.

Gapld Transit Commissioners Mieveil Suffele Lott Suffolk Itu Boston Ir. Innes Donovan Clareons Franklin

Commission Vote On Term Extension and Amendment

The group debated a reduction and considered restoring it. An amendment by Mr Maxwell passed without a count. Mr George of Essex proposed extending the commission term by one year instead of three, but the proposal was defeated.

Maxwell George Essex

Testimony Begins in Renouf Estate vs Portland Steamship Co

Deposition session opens in Boston for Ludger Renouf administrator of Jules Piche's estate, seeking damages from Portland Steamship Co over the Portland disaster. Case labeled test-use. liability limit contested. Portland U S Court to hear next Tuesday. Witnesses include J W Sovith weather observer and Co W Brenderson of Western Union Telegraph. Piche was a Portland official who died aboard the Portland.

Ludger J. Renou Jules P. Piche Portland Portland Steamship Company Boston Hooper & Flint Renouf Milk Street William Monroe Steamship Company Charles F. Libby Steamshipompany United States J. W.W. Sovith Weather Bureau W.brenderson Western Liven Telegraph Company Hwddeford Piche

Chicago butter dealer accuses olomargarine frauds

Wil liga Broadwell, a butter dealer, testifies before the pure food committee about deceptive practices. He notes well off customers buy oleomargarine and pass it off as real butter, insisting the deception is widespread and profitable.

Chicago Williga Broadwell Pure Food Committee Broadwell Mison

Man Kills Wife and Child in Howard City Tragedy

Joseph Harvey killed his wife, her mother, and Robert Pierson in Howard City Michigan. He wounded his three month old baby and his father in law John Loxenstayer, then shot himself. The wife was seated with her mother's remains. authorities fear lynching amid rising tensions.

Howard City Mich Joseph Harvey Robert Pierson John Loxenstayer Harvey

Akron firm forms 25005108 capital stock plan

Del May 11 Secretary Hughes issued a certificate of incorporation to the Federal Bevel Pipe Company of Akron. The capital stock is set at 25005108 dollars.

Dovier Del Btute Hughes Nederal Bevelipe Company Akron

Blood Purifier and Stomach Tonic Claim

An advertisement touts a blood purifier and stomach tonic promising to cleanse the blood and remove long named diseases. It asserts benefits to the eyes nerves and overall health, claiming quick relief and natural balance.

Bedford Men Fight for Cohannat Property

Bedford residents engage in a dispute over Cohannat property as authorities and local bankers monitor the case. Taunton manufacturers are mentioned in relation to the ongoing interests and market pressures impacting the outcome.

Taunton Mills Weigh Large Stock Options for Sale

The Taunton News reports a major yarn mill deal taking shape with Cohannet and Nemasket stockholders offered sixty day options to Andrew G. Pierce W W Crapo of New Bedford to buy at 200 and 110 per share. Banks hold Bennett and Howland stock with options at 140 and 110.

Taunton Bristol County Nemasket Mills Bennett and Howland Howland New Bedford Providence Faunton Fall River Boston Iladley

Custody Awarded to Mrs Cruikshank in Portland Court

In a Portland courtroom Judge Bonney granted custody of Marion Cruikshank to Mrs Wil lam J. Cruikshank after debates over jurisdiction. Dr William J Cruikshank of New York had sought custody during ongoing divorce and habeas corpus actions.

Portland Atay Willam J. Cruikshank Bonney William J. Cruikshank INCAW York Marion Cruikshank Brouht New York Dr. Cruikshank

Sullivan's Vote on the Telephone Bill Sparks Debate

A letter questions M J Sullivan's vote on the telephone bill in the House. The writer recalls Sullivan's earlier praise and asks whether he now favors the corporate interests over his constituents. The piece urges readers to consider the vote's meaning and impact on everyday life.

the Post Dowas M.J. Bumivan Ord Ds Sullivan J. Sullivan Cor Popahon

Mountain View Washita County Becomes City in One Day

In Oklahoma a town site at Mountain View Washita County was surveyed plotted and settled in a single day. The rapid formation included bridge across Washita River, large freight relocation, and rapid town organization with mayor and council. Some plots sold for as high as 900 dollars.

Reno Oklahoma Mountain View Washita

Jamaica Plain Voters Debate Gas Prices and Political Tactics

A Jamaica Plain column voices frustration over high gas costs and the electric political influence. It warns against monopolies and party rings, urging voters to demand cheaper gas and resist corporate influence. The piece links local concern with broader calls for freedom from tyranny of vested interests.

Philosophical Plea on Monopolies and Freedom

A dramatic letter to the editor argues that monopolies threaten American liberty. The writer cites the backlash against trusts, asks why laws against trusts fail, and condemns legislators and judges seen as biased or compromised. The piece invokes Walt Whitman and laments hunger and oppression.

Sir Phere Nia Heme Phe Trust Ian Ohs Jooks Mme Idaward Metas Tok Nas Tonal Co-Operative -Commonwealth Egmea AMC Air

Rubber Goods Firm Formed by Camden Partners

A new corporation Capitals S6 050 00 was formed today to manufacture and sell rubber products. Incorporators include Joshua Ho Dives Wiki Jackson Thompson Dukes and Clay Jon Ty Piatt, all from Camden.

Joshah Ho Dives Jackson Thompson Dukes Clay Jon Ty Piatt Camden

Unable to extract coherent title from damaged text

The readable fragments describe an unrelated mix of names and places with no clear event or outcome. No identifiable people, organizations, dates, or locations form a complete report.

Fragmentary Caption Describes Figures at Alberton Hotel

A damaged caption notes General Taina and others at the Alberton Hotel in Washington. The scene includes seen Yupines in a photograph by G. M. Clinedinet with painting motifs on a map as the camera captured them.

Auionch TA Luna Taina Abwialde Sorsmanday Washington PNA Alberton Hotel G. M. Clinedinet

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