Parker Seen as Likely Democratic Presidential Candidate
The piece argues Judge Parker leads the Democratic field for president with New York Connecticut and Indiana backing him. It urges Parker to articulate his political creed, noting other figures’ clearly stated positions and questioning what Parker’s own policies would be. It stresses the need for transparency before the convention.
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Judge Parker
New York
Connecticut
Indiana
Mench
Parker
Richard Olney
Grover Cleveland
Arthur P. Gorman
Mr. Hearst
the Sphinx
Western Union Directors Face Moral Pressure Over Poolroom Ties
The Western Union Telegraph Company and New York Telephone are accused of aiding poolrooms by providing special wires and services to evade law enforcement. Directors including Oliver Ames, John Jacob Astor, Chauncey M. Depew, and others are named as partners in this alleged felony. Public sentiment grows, with calls to take the business into public hands for morality and law.
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Western Union Telegraph Company
Iggs
Telephone Company
State of
New York
New York Telephone Company
Western Union
Oliver Ames
John Jacob Astor
Chauncey M. Depew
Goulds
Morris K. Jesup
Russell Sage
Dalny City Blown Away in War Waste
The article recalls Dalny built by Russia as a precursor to Asiatic power, with docks and government buildings, now wrecked to keep it from Japan. It argues the waste of war, comparing Dalny’s destruction to Peter the Great’s ambitious capital plans, and notes the city's premature obliteration.
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Dalny
Peter the Great
St. Petersburg
Neva
Peter
Nicholas
League president admits killing dog under protest
Admission of error by the Animal Rescue League president follows an act described as a mistaken killing of a pet found by an officious member and taken to slaughter. The piece criticizes the defense as insufficient and underscores the society’s mission to save animals, not destroy them.
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The
Animal Rescue League
League
League officials kill valued dog amid alleged theft by member
A dog of value was reportedly stolen by a league member and killed by league officials, provoking calls for dismissal of those responsible. Dr. Hughes may pursue legal recourse, while the Animal Rescue League should be credited for its overall good record of rescuing 38,000 animals in five years and minimizing such errors.
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League
Hughes
Animal Rescue League
Smith
Father Walsh Urges Timely Marriage for Commonwealth
The article supports Father Walsh's call to marry without delay, arguing youth reluctance stems from artificial views of domestic happiness and costs. It notes Massachusetts and New England have seen a puzzling marriage rate decline and cautions against excessive prudence. The future of the Commonwealth hinges on timely marriage.
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Father Walsh
Commonwealth
Boston Aldermanic Reform Bill Faces Inevitable Clash
A Boston House debate over the aldermanic reform bill prompts predictions of failure for the party majority. Observers note the proposed plan could create a political muddle and question the need for a public referendum to let citizens decide their city’s political future.
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Boston
Steenth
Unseasonable Frost Covers Palmer Area This Month
In Palmer New York on May 12 unseasonable weather brought a third frost this month. Cayuga Lake formed a skim of ice and smaller lakes showed ice up to a quarter inch thick.
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Palmer
N. Y
Cayuga Lake
Letter on Animal Rescue League and abandoned dogs
Henry C. Merwin argues that dogs abandoned by owners are the real issue and that the Animal Rescue League acted on the assumption of abandonment. He criticizes owners for leaving dogs collared or uncollared on streets and notes the law against leaving a dog on the street. He defends the league as a victim of owner negligence and urges humane action rather than prolonging misery.
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Animal Rescue League
Hughes
League
The
Henry C. Merwin
Baseball Talks to Amateurs
A humorous exploration of the first baseman role in baseball. It describes the busy duties, constant expectations, and the chaotic, action filled moments as a runner and fielder collide in rapid plays. The piece adds satirical captions and pictures illustrating the first baseman’s agile, multi directional actions.
Heir to Wealth Accepts Match From Impetuous Lover
In a tense office scene, Bertie Lovering pressures Enoch Hampden to consent to marriage with his daughter Helen. Hampden reluctantly agrees after Bertie mocks propriety, but Bertie insists on financial backing and vows to remain by Helen’s side. The pair plan to wed next Saturday if weather permits.
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Enoch Hampden
Helen
Bertie Lovering
Hampden
Mr. Hampden
Bertie
Provision Clerks' Hours Call for Wednesday Closing
A Boston reader argues for Wednesday closing laws for provision stores to balance long hours. He notes clerks start at 6:30 am and work until 7 pm on weekdays, with 11 pm on Saturdays, and no midweek day off. He urges closing Wednesday if Saturday hours persist, as nine o'clock is enough for Sunday dinner purchases.
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Boston
The Observant Citizen at Lexington DAR Meeting
General Thomas B. Mathews will address Lexington Chapter DAR on The Citizen Soldier at Mrs Bordman Hall 78 Mountford Street on Saturday evening May 23. Miserable Pilgrims monthly meeting tomorrow. North End Improvement Association considering Gates at Prince Street playground.
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Thomas B. Mathews
Lexington
Citizen Soldier
North End
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Short Beach
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Revere Beach Boulevard
Sir Isaak Walton
St. Francis de Sales’ Church
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Little Sisters of the Poor
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Ladies’ Suit & Coat Sale
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