Harvard Observatory Observes Moon Eclipse and Jupiter Satellite
Professor Pickering reports a capital night for observations at the Harvard Observatory. A twelve year series begins with detailed work on the total lunar eclipse and a rare Jupiter satellite eclipse, using multiple telescopes and a corps of assistants led by J S Bailey and Cowe.
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Jupiter
William H. Pickering
Harvard
Arequipa
Peru
Scrave
Poulkova Observatory
Russia
O. C. Wendell
J. S. Bailey
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Onty
Eclipse Observations At Harvard And Peru Report
The article details Harvard Observatory efforts to observe a lunar satellite during a 1909 eclipse, with Cambridge and Arequipa teams coordinating. Pickering directs observers, instruments record lunar phases, and notices note Jupiter satellites and photo techniques. no satellite is found but data promise value.
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Peru
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South America
Boston
Jupiter
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Kenry Draper
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The Man in the Moon Interview Tale
A fragment from a humorous local column describes a New Post reporter asking the moon about Fleary Cabot Lodge and Massachusetts politics. The moon speaks through a clouded face and invites the reporter to join him in a garden, hinting at a continuation on page eight.
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State House
Fleary Cabot Lodge
Massachusetts
New Party Originated in Boston Advocates Honest Money
A Boston driven movement launches the New Party focused on a low tariff and sound money. Led by James Means, it circulates declarations seeking signatures to form a national party representing honest money and a revenue tariff, with Mugwumps and independents drawn to its cause.
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Democratic Party
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Darby
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Mugwump
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Existce
Hill
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H.m
Grover Cleveland
Naw
Knifing at Nonantum Surprise Party Leaves Pair Injured
In Nonantum a surprise party ended in a brawl after liquor flowed. Steven Burke and wife hosted visitors T G Lane and J F Lawnie of Waltham. Lane was badly wounded, Lawnie's fate unclear, and Burke intervened to save Lane as a knife was raised. Lawnie fled, others injured, police notified.
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Nonantum
Steven Burke
T. G. Lane
J. F. Lawnie
Waltham
Burke
Lane
Lawnie
West Newton
Lynn Labor Matters Meeting in Lynn Central Union
The semi monthly Lynn Central Labor Union met at Heeler's Hall Market Street. Reports were read including progress on admitting International Union delegates, prompting disappointment among some members. The meeting adjourned for two weeks.
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Lynn Central Labor Union
Heeler’s Hall
Market Street
Removal of J Leary From Custom House Post
J Leary from the appraiser's department at the Custom House has been removed after nine years as an examiner. Appraiser Dodge states the action was by order of the Secretary of the Treasury in the interest of economy.
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Secretary of the Treasury
White Star steamer Laurie runs aground off Romers Shoals
The White Star steamer Laurie left New York bound for London at 4 p.m. Saturday with cattle on board. Four hours later she ran aground on Romers Shoals in the lower bay, was assisted by four tugs, and hauled off at 7:45 p.m. Returning to port, Laurie measures 460 feet by 49 feet beam and 35 feet depth, 5750 gross tons, a recent Belfast build costing about 800000 dollars.
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White Star
Laurie
London
Romers Shoals
Belfast
Ireland
Cunard Maintains Safe Transatlantic Record Amid Expansion
The Cunard Company ends another passenger season with its claim of never losing a passenger. Strong demand prompts four new ships, two for Boston and two for New York, with construction already underway. Boston freight traffic showcases high regard for agent Martin among local businessmen.
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Dir
Martin
Collision Damages Pine Hattie H Barbour off Vineyard Haven
Off Vineyard Haven the schooner Hattie H Barbour from Bangor to Charleston collided near the harbor mouth with an unknown steamer at about 3 this morning. The H Barbour sustained bow, headgear and starboard cathead damage but remained tight and sailed into port. steamer damage unknown. Captain Fletcher commands Hattie H Barbour.
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Bangor
Charleston
S. C
Work of a Sneak Thief in Lynn
Mrs Emma J Smith of James street was visited by a stranger seeking a room and within a minute or two he vanished. He stole a gold ring sleeve buttons three gold shirt studs a stone ring and other valuables totaling about 150 dollars from her home last night.
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Lynn
Sprciau
Emma J. Smith
James Street
Counselor-elect Loring Improves After Illness
Reports from Councillor-elect Charles F. Loring of May 8 indicate he has recovered from a serious rheumatic illness affecting his leg and is now out of danger. His condition had previously caused concern among supporters and medical staff.
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Counillor
Charles F. Loring
Mechanic Praises Salvation Oil for Pain Relief
A local mechanic swears by Salvation Oil, saying he would not be without it. The advertisement notes the product kills pain and is priced at 25 cents.
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Salvation Oil
Growth of a Party and the Slavery Issue in U S History
The text traces the Republican party’s origins dating to before 1852 as a slavery abolition protest. It notes the Mexican War sparked debate on extending slavery into new territories, influencing the Liberty party’s evolution into the Free Soil party and their lack of aid from older parties in opposing slavery.
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Free Soil Party
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Abraham Lincoln
Rublican Party
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New Party
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