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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1897
Page
8
Edward B. Hamilton, a Worcester bank accountant and prominent citizen, killed his wife and young son in a house where a servant girl survived, then shot himself. He had been ill several days and this act followed odd behavior noted by Mary Malone.
The Times editorial criticizes Tammany domination under Croker after Judge Robert Van Wyck becomes New York’s first mayor of the Greater New York era. Across papers the piece notes Republican weakness and reformers’ marginal role, while the Chronicle and News lament party loyalty’s hold and predict continued party machine influence.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quip recalls a singer with a marvellous voice able to hold a note for half a minute, while a snarky rival boasts holding one of his notes for two years in jest.
A Worcester man, Howard Bangs Hamilton, killed his wife and three children before fatally shooting himself. The family, once seen as socially prominent, faced a night of mysterious violence amid reports of nervous trouble and opiate use. A live infant and a second child survived, with the killer’s motive and mental state under investigation.
Edward B. Hamilton chief accountant of the Worcester Institution for Savings murdered his wife and boy early this morning and attempted to kill his daughter and himself. He died at Worcester City Hospital this evening at 9 o clock.
Ohio returns show the statewide ticket likely Republican by 10 000 to 12 000 but legislative control remains undecided. Democrats claim a majority in both chambers without figures while Republicans pledge 71 votes on a joint ballot for a Senate majority and assert gains in several doubtful counties. The final result hinges on incomplete counts from five senators and unsettled counties.
In Canton Ohio the presidential party, after dinner, followed early returns at the Day residence and later at Mother McKinley’s home. By 11 pm they boarded a waiting special train as Stark county districts showed Democratic losses offsetting Republican gains in cities.
Baltimore Republicans win municipal ticket by 4000 to 6000 margins while state results are uncertain. Democrats possibly carry the legislature and United States Senator Gorman may seek another term. Official returns are sparse and inconclusive, leaving committees hesitant to declare state outcomes.
George Fred Williams appeared at the Democratic headquarters last night for the first time in sixteen months. He reviewed incoming returns against the previous year and credited Lee and the city committee for reducing Walcott's majority. He expressed gratitude for Democratic ward support and said he could not yet issue a full statement due to imperfect returns, but noted increased votes in many towns and cities he had visited and pledged to fulfill his duties satisfactorily.
Governor Wolcott said the Republican vote fell due to rain but still controls the state by a large majority. He declined to comment on Boston results until accurate reports are available.
Prominent Republicans of the city and state gathered in Room 12 at Young's Hotel to hear election results. Governor Walcott and many dignitaries were present as returns from the state, Greater New York, and Ohio elections streamed in and audiences cheered or hissed based on gains.
Hon John H Sullivan declares victory in the fourth councillor district at Quincy House, claiming about ninety eight thousand votes. He thanks voters across wards and praises Republican support and local newspapers for assistance.
Colonel A C Drinkwater notes lighter Democratic vote due to bad weather yet sees Williams gaining from his statewide tour. He says the party is sharpening for future battles with Republicans and restoring its natural leadership as returns from other counties look favorable.
Colonel A H Goetting chair of the Republican State committee says the result shows Massachusetts towns and cities govern well despite a stormy election day and off year politics. He credits a strong party ticket and Governor Wolcott's record for the campaign victory and anticipates gains in next year's congressional elections.
Chairman John H Lee of the Democratic city committee offered little on the Boston outcome. He noted Mr Williams expressed satisfaction with his reception in the city and said the committee lacked funds for a fuller campaign. He asserted the group had done its best and reduced Wolcott's large previous majority.
Colonel E. C. Benton member Governor's Council said there was no campaign and bad weather, calling Walcott's vote not a compliment to him. He predicted that with an energetic Republican canvass next year they will carry the entire Massachusetts congressional delegation.
Senator Henry Cabot Lodge praised Massachusetts Republicans for a strong vote and noted Williams gained due to the rain, attributing the shift to weather conditions during the day.
Washington dispatch notes clearing Wednesday morning with fair afternoon and cooler southwesterly winds turning northwesterly. Boston area forecast calls for rain then clearing Wednesday morning cooler with westerly winds.
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