Murder Suspect Nabbed in New York Highway Robbery
Charles F. Beasley, cab driver for Pennsylvania Cab Company, died at Roosevelt Hospital after an assault near midnight between Eighth and Ninth streets. Police tie the homicide to highway robbery and have arrested Edward Wise, a professional pool player claiming Boston as home, who was questioned by investigators.
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New York
Charles F. Beaseley
Pennsylvania Cab Company
Eighth
Ninth
Roosevelt Hospital
Edward Wise
Boston
Wise
Ramsdell Headlines Chelsea Democratic Rally at Academy
The Chelsea Democrats filled the Academy of Music drawing about 1200 as Walter L. Ramsdell of Lynn made his first Chelsean appearance since securing the Congressional nomination. Harry Lloyd spoke strongly attacking the Republicans after Ramsdell delivered an effective address with applause.
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Academy of Music
Walter L. Ramsdell
Lynn
Congress
Philippines
William J. Bryan
Democratic Party
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Executive Department
Miles
Alger
Harry Lloyd
Ramsdell
Altercation with Intoxicated Man Ends as Suspect Flees
A report describes an altercation with an intoxicated man, who fled afterward. The suspect said he arrived in New York last Monday and had only 35 cents in his pockets when searched. no weapons or jewelry were found.
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New York
Wise well known here in Boston as pool champion
Edward Wise, a Boston pool player with a long local and New England reputation, is described as honest by former employers. He was arrested in New York as a suspect in a murder case, prompting shock among his friends. Meyer Murray of Murray & Irwin vouched for Wise and noted his trusted access to the money drawer during employment.
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Edward Wise
New York
Cadman Beaseley
Ea Wise
Boston
Ed Wise
New England
Meyer Murray
Murray & Irwin
Post
Eaks
Wise
Murray
Mr. Murray
Fire destroys Haverhill store with $30000 loss
F H Dunmore department store on Merrimac street in Haverhill was wiped out by a fire of incendiary origin. The rear wooden building housed stock valued at about 25000 and building worth 5000, both insured. Mrs Nichols injured by flying glass and may lose sight of one eye.
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F. H. Dunmore
Merrimac Street
Star Skating Rink
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George O. Tilton
Nichols
Ward 13 Rally Sparks Support for Norris Despite Attacks
At a Ward 13 rally for Congressman Fitzgerald crowd hostility targeted Councilman Michael W. Norris, yet Norris stood by his party and his personal friends Senator Gallivan and J. J. McNamara. Ward leaders condemn the incident as unworthy and expect vote losses for Gallivan and McNamara.
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Michael W. Norris
Gallivan
J. J. McNamara
Norris
McNamara
Pope Wins B A A Single Scull on the Charles River
Everett J. Pope won the B A A single scull championship on the Charles River yesterday afternoon defeating George Derby in a one mile race with a turn by half a length.
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Pope
Ramsdell Speaks in Everett Campaign Opened
The Ramsdell campaign opened last night in Everett with Mayor Ramsdell as the first speaker. He drew considerable enthusiasm and was followed by George Fred Williams.
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Everett
George Fred Williams
Senator Lodge Highlights Trusts at Republican Rally
Senator Lodge spoke at a Lowell rally criticizing the Democratic platform for anti trust rhetoric while nominating a governor candidate linked to the Cracker Trust United States Biscuit Company. He mocked the irony and warned of apparent insincerity in anti trust positions.
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Senator Lodge
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Chicago
Cracker Trust
United States Biscuit Company
Knox
Harvard welcomes Pennsylvania visitors with cheers and wit
A Sanders Theatre crowd heard Coach Forbes Waters Cranston and Wendell reflect on Harvard spirit. Ex Captain Perkins presided as Harvard men pledged support for the eleven in tomorrow's game against Pennsylvania with music from three Harvard clubs and hearty applause from both sides.
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Banjo Club
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Yate
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G. D. Marvin
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Bowdoin Edges Tufts In 6-5 Football Thriller
Bowdoin defeats Tufts 6 to 5 in a tightly contested game played in Medford. Key players included Ericksson and Gregson with Clarke adding the extra point. Officials were Lane as umpire and Gray as referee.
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Aiulibor Hadlock
Almeida
Yates Hunt
Hill
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R. B
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W. B. Clarke
F. B
Raby
Kempton
Ericksson
Gregson
Clarke
Uampire
D. W. Lane
A. Gray
Turner
Fairbanks
English High Defeats Brookline High 6 to 0 in Thick Play
English High School won 6 to 0 at the South End grounds. The heavier side relied on standout solo efforts by Macksey and Barrington rather than team play. Trilby Richards provided persistent coaching as officials urged restraint.
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English High School
Brookline High
Macksey
Barrington
English High
Skilton
Ainsworth
Strickland
O’brien
Nichols
Sudden Deaths Rise Amid Heart Disorder Warning
A public health notice urges vigilance as sudden deaths climb and heart disease is cited as the main cause. It promotes Dr Agnew's Cure for the Heart as a quick relief remedy, claiming eight minute relief and cure of chronic cases. Sold by Woodward Co and Sheppard Co in Boston.
Sudbury Tops City League Night With High Scores
Sudbury knocked down most pins against Sheafe s Boylston but City Hall won three from Meyers. Sudbury 699 in second string was the second high string of the season, Jackson led with 668 for high roller. Murray Irwin narrowly escaped defeat on Hub alleys as City Hall and Jackson topped the night.
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Sheafe
Boylston
City Hall
Meyers
Jackson
Murray & Irwin
Koch Inhalation Cure Promoted by German Doctor
Promises to cure consumption with Koch Inhalation and Koch Lymph from Prof Koch. Claims widespread tests, endorsements by the German government, and offices at 74 Boylston St Boston and other cities. Offers free consultation and guarantees cure or honesty about incurable cases.
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Boylston St
Boston
W. 22A St
New York City
Dearborn St
Chicago
Koch Lung
Koch
Dr. Clark
Lung Cure
Bicycle notes sweep Dorchester wheelmen and track hopes
The Dorchester Wheelmen schedule a 9 o clock start from 10 Harvard Street Dorchester for a 50 year delayed run to South Acton and return. Intercycle Tournament Association splits bowling into two divisions at candle and regular pins. Jimmy Michael delays first race after obtaining a Nashville jockey license. Major Taylor trains for records at Woodside Park Philadelphia and has a 5 mile best of 5:54 with an 8:22 4 , and may race two miles today. Edward Taylor plans several record attempts behind Henri Fournier’s motor pace despite L A W stance. J Arthur Langford will tour New England for Erie Penn company from Park Square Springfield. New York State election yields regular candidates Belding and Fullerton. independent Pitman gains 312 of 1200. Suffolk Bicycle Club rehearses for show with Welsh rarebit. Warren Taylor aims at straightaway records. Guy Phillips to chase quarter and half mile paced records with a 127 gear. Joe Downey 15 seeks Frank Ourish mile record 1:41 1/5 behind pace. targets 1:36 after a quint and 4 quad.
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Intercycle Tournament Association
Middlesex C. C
Jimmy Michael
Nashville
L. F. Jackson
New England
Springfield
7 Park Square
Major Taylor
Woodside Park
Philadelphia
Edward Taylor
Henri Fournier
Taylor
J. Arthur Langford
Bigelow & Dowse
Erie, Penn
New York
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H. 3. Fullerton
Will R. Pitman
Suffolk Bicycle Club
Warren F. Taylor
Norwood
Guy W. Phillips
Malden Bicycle Club
Phillips
Joe Downey
Jamaica Plain
Frank Ourish
Downey
Evans' Ale Brings Delightful Fragrance and Rich Cream
A revelation to ale drinkers unfolds in every glass of Evans' Ale with lasting froth of cream and sparkling brilliancy. The delightful fragrance evokes a field of blossoming hops, making a banquet for eye and stomach.
Gans Wins Narrow Victory Over Kid McPartland in Lenox Fight
Gans the Baltimore boxer defeated Kid McPartland of New York by decision over twenty five rounds at the Lenox Athletic Club. Gans outclassed his opponent throughout and dropped the Kid in the twenty fourth round. The article notes Gans's strength and predicts his rise in the light weight division, with mention of other matches and boxing news.
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Gans
Baltimore
Kid McPartland
Lenox Athletic Club
McPartland
Kid
Choynski Escapes Sleep as Ruhlin Pounds Ring
Joe Choynski narrowly avoided being stopped by Gus Ruhlin in a fast six round bout at Arena Athletic Club Philadelphia. Ruhlin, heavier by about 25 to 30 pounds, dominated from start to finish though Choynski landed a sharp series in round one and broke Ruhlin’s foe with a damaged finger.
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Joe Choynski
Arena Athletic Club
Gus Ruhlin
Akron
Ruhlin
Joe
Choynski
Rublin
Ohio
Pickaninny Watson Bout Highlighted At Olympic Club Card
Billy Hill the Pickaninny and Andy Watson square off in a fifteen round catchweight headline matchup at the Olympic Club next Wednesday night. Watson and the Pickaninny both in prime shape, with supporting bouts John E Butler versus Joe Robinson and Charley Ringwood versus Harry Cross. Trains and schedules listed for Boston and Lynn attendees.
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Andy Watson
Olympic Club
Otto Sieloff
City Point A. Co
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the Pickaninny
John E. Butler
Lynn
Joe Robinson
Boston
Charley Ringwood
Harry Cross
Salem
New England
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Rowe’s Wharf
Boxing Gossip Announces Engagements for Griffo in November
Boxers Black Griffo has two scheduled bouts in November. On November 12 in Brooklyn he fights the top available lightweight, and on November 16 he meets Frank Colyer of Brooklyn at the Hartford A. C. in Connecticut.
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Black Griffo
Brooklyn
Frank Colyer
Hartford
Muller Arrives in Boston for Return Match Demand
Casper Muller the South African wrestling champion lands in Boston seeking a rematch with Ernest Roeber after a Brooklyn bout on Sept 26 where Roeber won after 19 minutes 30 seconds. Muller, born Pretoria March 20 1871, boasts a storied career and body measurements of chest 48 and height 6 feet 11 3 4 inches.
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Boston
Ernest Roeber
Brooklyn
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Muller
Cooper
Pretoria
Transvaal
Johannesburg
Sandow
Venice
Paul Pons
Felix Barnard
Belgium
Vanderberg
Amsterdam
Yousouf
England
Carl Abs
Bets on Fitzgerald in Boston Election Bet Letter
A reader signs as J. B. Mahoney of 222 Commercial Street Boston on November 4 1898 declaring bets on local candidates. He bets $1000 to $26 that Krebs outvotes Gallivan and $1000 to $3000 that Fitzgerald wins, offering multiple such wagers until election day.
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Fitzgerald
Krebs
J. EB. Mahoney
Commercial Street
Boston
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