Boston Votes Near Record With Large Registration
The piece notes Boston could see 100000 voters at the polls on the third Tuesday in December as supplementary registration boosts the list to a historic high. It credits energetic municipal campaign work for the growth, arguing full participation strengthens democracy and guards against shrinking voter power.
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Boston
Castoria
Samuel Pitcher
Hyannis
Massachusetts
Mothers of America
Centaur Company
Chas
H. Fletcher
Peace Treaty Prospects Between United States and Great Britain
The article analyzes the potential arbitration treaty with Great Britain to be presented to Congress. It notes past opposition to Mr. Olney's treaty and warns that any new draft must carefully address the Monroe doctrine, a cornerstone of American policy deemed not arbitrable. It concludes that future arbitration efforts may face Senate skepticism due to unresolved strategic issues.
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United States
Great Britain
Senate
Congress
Mr. Olney
The Golden Key and Cuba’s Independence Spirit
An enduring report claims General Blanco offered money and high rank to Cuban insurgent leaders to end the rebellion. The article suspects the tale relies on dubious sources but argues Spain’s force failed and Cuban patriotism remains real, with leaders unlikely to sell independence for gold.
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Blanco
Madrid
Spain
Cuba
Morever
State should not back guaranteed 8 percent West End lease
The Post questions an 8 percent guaranteed dividend for ninety‑nine years in the elevated railroad lease, arguing it shifts burden to the public and hints at concealed control by West End interests. It urges state or municipal ownership to avoid public financial risk.
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Elevated Railroad Corporation
Elevated Railroad
West End
Metropolitan
Boston
Westford
Ghia Corporation
Mayor Quincy's Renomination and Re-Election Prospects
The Democratic convention is poised to renominate Mayor Quincy with likely unanimous support. The article notes rising Democratic registrations and a Republican campaign that may leave unresolved tensions. It argues a bold local issues platform on free transfers and franchise payments could boost Quincy's re-election.
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Quincy
Curtis
Democratic Party
Post
Boston items mix news and humor in a lively city column
Observant Citizen Sherman Hoar misses his winter beard as friends await a new venture. A Bostonman seeks a white tailed horse for a Museum play. Colorado projects a record crop value while militia badges showcased. Car signs and thrift debates appear amid city life.
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Sherman Hoar
Boston
Concord
Notable Figures and Oddities From Public Life
A mix of political and social tidbits. Senator Cockrell of Missouri sends complete public documents upon request. Senator Foraker of Ohio builds a grand Washington home at Sixteenth and Madison. A Kansas City youth cites iron inhalation for lung trouble. German diplomat Von Buelow impresses as worldly and witty. A Wesleyan pulpits horse block at Wednesbury hosts forty five Wesley sermons. Queen of Italy gifts Cardinal Gibbons a photo and seeks his writings. Virginia MacTavish to deliver copies to the Cardinal.
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Cockrell
Missouri
John Wesley
Wednesbury
Eng
Verdi Hires City Organs to Suppress Them in Summer
Verdi objects to hand organs and spends summers at Moncalieri by hiring all local organs for the season and storing them in his house. Le Figaro reports ninety five instruments suppressed at an expense of about 200 dollars per season.
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Verdi
Moncalieri
le Figaro
Shining Locks and Daily Grooming Tips
A reader describes a hair care routine to keep shin ing locks glossy. She uses borax dissolved in warm water applied to the scalp, leaving it overnight, then washes with hot water and a touch of ammonia.
Thanksgiving Homecoming and Grandmother’s Joyful Reunion
A long lost son returns on Thanksgiving after years away, reuniting with his mother and grandmother. The tale follows Johnny’s prodigal return from California gold mines, the forgiveness offered by a grieving family, and the celebration as he brings home a wife and three grandchildren. The scene shifts to high society chatter and upcoming social events in Boston.
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Johnn Neilson
Geenarenner Neilson
Neilson
Idom
Ale
Grandfather Neilson
Johnny
Grandmother Neilson
California
Grandma
Wisie Budd
Papa
Mamma
Grandmother
Little Red Riding Hood
Johnnie
Horrors in Hottentot Land and the Kangaroo Cage Tale
A German parody piece details Hottentot terms for kangaroos and a murderer jailed in a Beutelrattenlattengitterwetterketter cage. The comic dialogue escalates as a mayor and locals debate the proper name for the Attentater and the Hottentotenstrotter mutterattentater.
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Hottentot Land
Engagement and Society Notes Highlight Boston Wedding Plans
Society up to date reports Henrietta Sargent engaged to Guy Lowell with plans for a home wedding and Paris residence after. Miss Lilian Clarke to wed Alph McIntosh Kirtland at Vendome with a private ceremony and lavish reception. Music by Gott and décor feature Boston roses and tropical arrangements amid festivities. Christmas reunions anticipated with the Anderson and Gardner families returning to Boston.
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Henrietta Sargent
Charles Ss. Sargent
Brookline
Guy Lowell
Lowell
Paris
Vendome
Lil-ian M. B. Clarke
B McDaniels
Alph McIntosh Kirtland
Gott
Boston
Larz Anderson
John L. Gardner
Miss Maud Gonne Reception at Columbia Theatre
A committee managing the Miss Maud Gonne event at the Columbia Theatre plans to invite Charlestown Bunker Hill Guards as parade escorts. Notables and Irish figures will be invited to stage seats, with 2500 tickets already distributed as crowds are expected to pack the venue for the Irish nationalist appeal.
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Maud Gonne
Columbia Theatre
Bunker Hill
Charlestown
Iris
Green Isle
Miss Nellie Hawley and Le Roy Perry wed in Greenwood
Miss Nellie Hawley of Melrose married Le Roy Perry of Wakefield in the Church of the Advent with Rev. W. B. Frisby officiating. They will reside on Main Street Greenwood and will be at home after January 1.
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Nellie Hawley
Melrose
le Roy Perry
Wakefield
Church of the Advent
W. B. Frisby
Main Street
Greenwood
Smith Tablet Dedication at Old Yeath Chapter Rite
A bronze tablet honoring the birthplace of Rev. W. F. th, author of America, was dedicated yesterday afternoon by the Old Yeath Chapter D A R. After opening remarks by Mrs. Fowler, regent, Rev. W. W. EB. Barton delivered the dedicatory address. Mrs. Susan Parker sent representative Harriette Smith.
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D. D
On Earth Once More
An assortment of witticisms and quotes from various papers and voices. The piece surveys playful and pointed lines about politics money marriage and independence with a note on a proposed independent newspaper venture.
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Earth
Daily Table Menu and Recipe Notes
A historical lunch and dinner plan featuring Smothered liver, baked parsnips, scalloped oysters, thin sliced bread with butter, and a dessert list. Ingredients include wheat germ, cream, pine words, and coffee. The note lists address 48 Guild Street Roxbury Massachusetts and includes multiple recipe steps for liver, parsnips, oysters, and bread.
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MKS
Guild Street
Roxbury
Masse
Katharine and Kate: a playful muse of love and sunshine
The verse body contrasts two forms of Katharine, playful Kate and a more serious Katharine. It praises her beauty a nose like a fairy and a smile that captivates. The speaker confesses his love and finds Katharine both mischievous and serene. He lauds her patient, sedate side and wonders if sunshine truly comes from her.
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Kate
Katharine
Calcutta Letter Attacks Republican Misrule and Labor Struggles
A Roxbury letter-writer denounces Calcutta for defending Republican figures and tactics. He argues West End Street Railway control, blacklisting cases, and Latimer violence implicate Republicans and coal operators, claims labor gains came from public pressure, and condemns tariffs and industry manipulation while urging denunciation of Republican misrule.
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Post
Calcutta
Anson B. Edgerly
Edgerly
West End Street Railway
Chicago & Northwestern Railway
Republican Party
Butta
The
West End Company
West End
Lodge
Latimer
Woodbine
Standard Oil
Boston
J . A. Brackett
Woodbine Street
Roxbury
The other Belting manufacturers ration advance
The passage discusses a leather belting issue and a duty on hides, signaling tension among manufacturers and government policy. It notes efforts to justify actions and ongoing debates over duties and trade impacts.
Republican Party and Labor Laws
A long Calcutta letter criticizes the Republican party for defending monopoly and opposing labor protections. It notes that Democrats originate labor bills in Massachusetts while Republicans grant corporate favors. The piece argues tariffs and gold standards hurt workers and mocks shallow Republican voters. Free Trader.
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Calcutta
Republican Party
Massachusetts
Georgia
Georg Fred Williams
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