Wireless telegraphy favored for navy
Admiral Bradford released part of the board report recommending wireless telegraphy for Navy messages between distant points and the phasing out of homing pigeons. It urges two training stations at Washington Navy Yard and Annapolis and emphasizes cadet training if tech proves viable.
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Washington
Admiral Bradford
Naval Bureau of Equipment
Navy
Navy Yard
Naval Academy
Annapolis
Morgan Saves the Palisades Property Deal
New York May 14 Ralph Trautmann treasurer of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission says success in buying the Carpenter brothers property was achieved through J Pierpont Morgans financial aid He contributed 125000 toward a total price of 132500 for the quarrying site threatening the Palisades Blasting at the quarry would risk the Palisades future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ralph Trautmann
New York Palisades Interstate Park Commission
Carpenter Brothers
J. Pierpont Morgan
Europe
Allen Mystery Deepens After Tragic Deaths in Shirley
In Monson Me May 14 authorities investigate the deaths of J Wesley Allen his wife and daughter found among the Shirley home ruins. A suspect Daniel Creighton is held in Dover jail as officers search for three other party members. A gold watch and silver coins found among the ruins likely negate robbery as motive.
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Creighton
Allen
Printers Enjoy Ball Leads Off Party in Paine Memorial Hall
The Book and Job Branch of Type Ge Union No. 18 held its first ay party in Paine Memorial Hall on Appleton Street last evening as members enjoyed the gathering and socialized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Type- Ge Union
No. 18
Paine Memorial Hall
Appleton Street
Labor union branch gathers 400 couples in Boston area
The branch meeting drew over 400 couples and many prominent labor movement leaders from Boston and nearby areas. Local presidents and labor organization heads were in attendance as the branch chairman, Mr. Jo, presided.
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Boston
Revere Delights in Moonlight as Street Lights Go Out
May 14 article notes Revere shuts electric and gas street lights after the last Boston train arrives forcing residents to rely on moonlight. Officials cite budget savings while lanterns appear hidden near bushes and verandas. Property seekers complain of damages from partially lit streets during the change.
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Boston
Revere
Slandar suit ends with $1000 award in Suf folk case
Elvira M. Seaman of Revere won $1000 in Superior Court for slander by neighbor Dr Se bra T Eagan after a dispute over a cat and roses. Judge Bell ruled for the plaintiff while Dr Eagan settled through his attorney J B Moran. Seaman’s fiancé- prospects were harmed by the feud and the court vindicated her claims.
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Elvira M. Seaman
Revere
Suffolk Superior Court
Seaman
Sebra T. Eagan
Dr. Eagan
J. B. Moran
Seek Funds to Save Storti in Supreme Court Appeal
A twelve member committee is formed to raise funds for the defense of condemned murderer Storti in the upcoming Supreme Court appeal. The organizers invite Boston Italians to contribute to defray trial expenses, listing members and addresses across Boston streets.
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Storti
Boston
United States Supreme Court
O. Brogi
Hanover Street
Attore Forte
North Square
G. DeVoto
Unity Street
Joseph Santosuosso
A. A. Badaracoco
North Bennet Street
G. A. Scigliano
Pemberton Square
G. Stabile
North Street
Marciano di Pesa
F. M. Zottolli
Tremont Row
F. Scotti
Over Street
Benjamin Piscopo
Fleet Street
J. the Marco
Weekend Sale Opens For Boys Suits And More
To straighten stocks and aid the boys department a two day sale begins Friday morning. About 300 suits on one table include Junior Sailor and Two Piece suits in various youth sizes. Values worth five dollars will be sold at three dollars Friday and Saturday. Benefit by it. Everything for Men and Boys Wear.
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New England
Messrs. Roberts, Haskell & Co
Walker St
New York
20Th Century
Jury To Try Dr Samuel J Kennedy For Reynolds Murder
New York May 14 The jury for a third trial of Dr Samuel J Kennedy on the murder charge of Emmeline Reynolds at the Grand Hotel in August 1897 was completed. Assistant District Attorney O Connor opened the case and Mary Higgins a Grand Hotel chambermaid testified discovering Miss Reynolds body and a lead bullet used in the alleged murder found beside it.
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New York
Samuel J. Kennedy
Emmeline Reynolds
Grand Hotel
O'Connor
Mary Higgins
Miss Reynolds
Brooks
Jing
William G. Leland Reweee
United States Cotton Duck corporation formed in New Jersey
Official notice announces the creation of the United States Cotton Duck corporation to acquire major cotton duck mills across the country. The trust includes Mt. Vernon-Woodberry and Woodberry with 14 and 4 mills respectively, plus Laurel Robins Franklinville and Tallassee Falls mills, Greenwood and Columbia mills. Authorized capital totals 50 million, with 25 million preferred and 25 million common stock. The company has an option to buy West Point mills and other Georgia concerns by January 1, 19.
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New York
United States Cotton Duck Corporation
New Jersey
Mt. Vernon-Woodberry Cotton Duck Company
Delaware
West Point Manufacturing Comp
Georgia
Congregational Jubilee at Tremont Temple Opens Celebration
The Congregational Home Missionary Society marks its diamond jubilee with a Tremont Temple gathering at 2:30 in the afternoon. Delegates from across the United States fill the spacious auditorium as Rev. Dr. Albert H. Plumb welcomes the crowd and General O. O. Howard, as president, delivers an address amid hearty approval.
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Congregational Home Missionary Society
Tremont Temple
United States
Albert H. Plumb
Roxbury
O. O. Howard
Cambridge Aldermen Move to Purchase York and Berkshire Lot
Cambridge Board of Aldermen met late into the night approving three sixth class licenses and taking up the purchase of a lot at York and Berkshire streets for a schoolhouse site. The discussion sparked excitement as the decision was settled by an order.
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Cambelige Board of Aldermen
York and
Berkshire Streets
Grand Dance and Concert at Bethesda Hall South Boston
A grand entertainment and dance organized by the Twentieth Century Club of South Boston will be held at Bethesda Hall this evening. The program will feature a concert followed by a dance, running from 8 o'clock until midnight.
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Bethesda Hall
South Boston
Twentieth Century Club of
Wells Newton Co Concedes to Plumbers Union Demands
Wells, Newton & Co conceded the plumbers union demands after a long interview with General Organizer W. J. Spencer. About forty men will benefit from the decision as the helpers are dispensed with.
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Wells, Newton & Co
W. J. Spencer
Three Smallpox Cases on Board Neustria
The steamer Neustria arrived from Mediterranean ports with 1016 steerage passengers and three cases of smallpox among them. On arrival at quarantine the vessel was detained.
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New York
Neustria
Mediterranean
Strike at Hood Rubber enters fifth week with limited change
The Hood Rubber Company factory in East Watertown remains in a prolonged strike as workers largely secure jobs in Malden Cambridge Hudson and Woncord. A testimonial event for the strikers is planned at Roddy Hall Brighton next Thursday hosted by the King Philip Riverdale Associates and others.
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Hood Rubber Company
East Watertown
Malden
Cambridge
Hudson
Woncord
Roddy Hall
Brighton
King Philip and Riverdale Associates
Bank funds misappropriation trial delayed to September
The United States district attorney's office announced yesterday that George M. Foster and John W. Dickinson, charged with misappropriating funds of the South Danvers National Bank of Peabody, will face trial in September.
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United States District Attorney’s Office
Mornuer
George M. Foster
John W. Dickinson
South Danvers National Bank of Peabody
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Winter
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Fay
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McCormick
John J. O'Leary
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M’kinley
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Oxford
Public Library Examining Committee
Public Library
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James de Normandie
Della Jean Deery
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Wayne Blake
Alexander Cochrane
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South Boston 20Th Century Club
Watertown
Foster
Carrie Mation
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