Redistricting Bill Passes House to Third Reading Amid Debate
The House approved the congressional redistricting report by a large vote, defeating all amendments. Opposition centered on district boundaries including Dorchester wards and Ward 11. Leads Saunders defended the plan. Gilpatric and Sleeper pressed amendments, but the bill moved toward the Senate with further contest anticipated.
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House
Committee
Senate
Greene
Soule
Sleeper
Winthrop
Roberts
Gilpatric
Dorchester
Naphen
McPherson
Framingham
Wells
Ward 16
Saunders
Boston
North Adams
Congress
Stow
South
Odlin
Lynn
Lomasney
Badger
Quincy
Brookline
Buswell
Methuen
Lear
Nightingale
Fall River
Hia
Patemittee
Na Lawree
Gill Sr
Ward 11
Callender
Election Board
Roslindale
Dr Dixon to Mr Farlow over Christian Science attack
Alfred Farlow, counsel for Christian Science, sent a pressure filled open letter defending the faith against an attack. He urges truth and asks for a fair response, while Dr Dixon and supporters say no reply is due. The exchange centers on accusations and defense of religious beliefs amid rising controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Farlow
Aantista
Farlow
Farsoe
Dixon
Christian Science Ree
Brockton Woman Feeds Long Fast Amid City Effort
In Brockton a woman near death reportedly persisted in a lengthy fast while the community mobilized to provide nourishment and care. The shocking endurance drew attention from local residents as medical aid and volunteers gathered to support her.
Amateurs Present Mikado at Chelsea Academy Benefit
Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Mikado was staged by amateurs at the Chelsea Academy of Music last evening for East Boston Athletic Association Bayot Club. The crowded theatre praised the performers led by James Gilbert with 8. G. Rollins Jr as the Mikado and Francia E. Conant as Nanki Poo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert & Sullivan
Chelsea Academy of Music
East Boston Athletic, Association Bayot Club
G. Rollins, Jr
Francia E. Conant
James Gilbert
Maurice F. O’shea
Death of Coleman Coyne in gas company accident at Commercial Point
Coleman Coyne 40 of 126 Shirley street Roxbury was killed while unloading heavy pipe for Bay State Gas. A frightened horse pulled the wagon, fatally trampling him. He was taken to James Dolan’s undertaking rooms. Coyne leaves a wife and family.
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Coleman Coyne
Shirley Street
Roxbury
Bay State Gas
Commercial Point
Dorches- Coyne
James Dolan
Dorchester Avenue
Coyne
Machine Stone Workers and Lawyers Helpers Meet in Boston
The Machine Stone Workers and Lawyers' Helpers Association of Boston and Ba held a meeting last night in Machinists' Hall to discuss forming a new organization under the American Federation. Officers listed include Denton Metane as president, W. Bennock as vice president, and a secretary.
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Machine Stone Workers and Lawyers’ ‘Helpers Association of Boston
Machinists
American Federace, Ee
Denton
W. Bennock
Mouse interrupts suffrage meeting at Mrs Cole home
A mouse caused a stir during a meeting of the College Equal Rights League at 55 Boylston street. Mr Callender was addressing the group when the intruder scampered through the ladies in alarm and laughter. The event resumed after the momentary disruption. Officers elected included Mrs core Cone Bryant as president and Miss Lucy Allen as first vice-president.
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Hickory
Dickory
Dock
College Equal Rights League
Otto B. Cole
Boylston Street
E. B. Callender
Pholpene
League
Aya Marcella Stoddard
The
Institute of Technology
Callender
Dickery
Shrisken
Dr Clark's Neurogen touted as nerve strengthener
An advertisement extols Dr Clark's Neurogen as a reliable treatment for nervous exhaustion and debility in both sexes. It claims to restore sleep appetite and mental clarity, reduce heart weakness and insomnia, and notes a testimonial from Mrs. G. H. Reed of Somerville praising its effects for neuralgia and fatigue.
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Clark
G. H. Reed
Ellington Road
W. Somerville
Mass
President McKinley and Mrs McKinley progress in Omaha
President McKinley and Mrs McKinley reached Omaha early today and Mrs McKinley shows strong improvement after a comfortable night. The President is encouraged by her condition as they proceed with travel plans after Omaha.
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Council Bluffs, Ta
McKinley
Omaha
Ogden
Supreme Court Insular Decisions Divide Administration
Senator M na commented on the insular cases, saying the Supreme Court rulings would influence governance of the islands. He was pressed on whether the decision fully satisfied the administration, but the exchange ends with uncertainty about the administration’s view.
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Cteny
M.na
Supreme Court
Insular
Islands
oSea
Noted Socialist Clergyman Officiates Satirical Marriage
In New York on May 28 a unique ceremony uniting Rev. Dr. George D. Herron and Carrie Rand as man and wife is described. The announced marriage occurred without a formal rite, with Rev. William T. Brown delivering a sermon-like address on wedlock’s oneness. Guests included Mrs. E. D. Rand and literary figures Richard Le Gallienne and Edwin Markham.
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New York
George D.herron
Carrie Rand
William T. Brown
Plymouth Church of Rochester
Charles Brodie Patterson
E. D. Rand
Richard le Gallienne
Edwin Markham
Man With the
Hoe
Brown
Thas
George _D. Herron
Marquis Headfort Resigns From Life Guards After Marriage
London May 28 The resignation of the Marquis of Headfort as a lieutenant in the First Life Guards is gazetted possibly due to his marriage to actress Rosie Boote.
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London
Marquis of Headfort
First Life Guards
Nahant Line Opens Season At Nahant Resort
Nahant line announces season opening June 12 with first trips from Lincoln wharf. Grounds improved for visitor comfort, Bass Point House open as usual, and Memorial Day service with Nahant shore dinners. An orchestra will provide free dancing at the pavilion all day.
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Nahani Line
North Shore
Lincoln Wharf
Battery Street
North Ferry
Bass Point House
Bass Point
Nahant Shore
Unitarian Open Air Services Begin on Boston Common
The seventh season of open-air services on Boston Common starts Sunday June 2 at 6 p.m. under the Benevolent Fraternity of Churches. Gather at the fifth tree from Charles Street on Beacon Street Mall. The opening service features Rev. Thomas Van Ness of Second Church and Rev. James Ellis of First Church, Boston, with a cornet solo.
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Boston Common
Benevolent Fraternity of Churches
Unitarian
Charles Street
Eacon Street
Thomas van Ness
Tpe Second
James Ellis
First Church
Boston
Engineer and Conductor Rescue Man On Track In Somerville
May 28 Somerville Engineer Edward Mullane and Conductor W C White of the Fitchburg division Boston and Maine railroad saved an unknown drunken man who lay on the track as Train No 11 arrived. The crew stopped the train and dragged him to safety at Somerville Police Station.
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Somerville
Edward Mullane
W. C. White
Waltham and Way
Fitchburg
Boston & Maine Railroad
Mullane
Conductor Arrested in Albany Train Wreck Death
Coroner’s inquest in Rensselaer County found conductor Charles T. Johnson responsible for the Albany & Hudson rail collision. He was placed in Troy jail and will face criminal negligence charges in connection with the fatalities.
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Albany
N. Y
Meredith
Rensselaer County
Charles T. Johnson
Albany & Hobson
Troy
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Bill House
Rhoston
Thayer
Washburn
DR. Dixon
MR. Farlow
Christian Science
Brockton
Addie Willett
Adie
Wii
Ito
East Boston Athletic Association
Mrs. M'Kinley
Hanna
DR. Herron
Rosie Boote
Wahant Line
Unitarians
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