Army and Navy urged for larger modern armed forces
Washington report outlines President McKinley’s plan for a major buildup of the regular army to 100,000 with a 25,000 force home, broader militia reforms, and expanded naval power funded to modern standards. It notes lessons from the Spanish War and previews forthcoming War and Navy Department data to Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
McKinley
Congress
Spain
Secretary of the Navy
Miles
Secretary of War
United States
Fiee
Cuba
Porto Rico
Philippines
Lovering Opens Door to 1891 Gubernatorial Hope
The veteran politician Henry Bacon Lovering hints at a possible run for governor if the party unites behind him. He recalls a career from shoemaker to U S marshal and prison warden, with past campaign honors and a Civil War service record that included a missing leg after three years in the Third Massachusetts Cavalry. He notes ward politics and potential rivals like Bordman Hall, stressing he has served in Lynn for only four years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Bacon Lovering
Eighth Massachusetts
Third Massachusetts Cavalry
Provisional Rulitia Report On Provisional Minutia Companies
Inspector-General James L. Carter reports on 48 petitions for provisional minutia units under Chapter 428 of 1898. Of 36 accepted, 2 failed muster, leaving 34 fully formed companies across locations from Stoneham to Braintree with Boston, Lowell, Springfield, and other cities well represented. Recommendations favor placing vacancies into regular militia where possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James L. Carter
Stoneham
Brockton
Somerville
Heverhill
Boston
South Framingham
Orange
Lowell
Ilith
Greenfield
Lawrence
Fall River
Milford
Bast Path Company
Springfield
New Bedford
Beverly
Holyoke
Wakefield
Northampton
Cambridge
Fitchburg
Adams
Woburn
Lynn
Maiden
Braintree
Ex Slave and White Wife Sentenced in Superior Court
In a joint trial at the Superior Criminal Court Judge Hardy sentenced Cyrus Dardin to six months and his wife Margaret to three months in the House of Correction. The couple faced two charges including keeping a disorderly house in Cham pion place West End and assaulting a officer. Cyrus, an ex slave, and Margaret, a white woman, were intoxicated during the incident with Patrolman Butler responding to neighbors' complaints. The fight involved revolvers whiskey bottles and the family bulldog with a revolver discharging during the scuffle.
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Superior Criminal Court
Hardy
Cyrus Dardin
House of Correction
Margaret
Butler
Cyrus
Actor Inglis shoots self in New York theater
New York report states Scott Ines, an actor with Julia Arthur's company, shot himself in a West Twenty seventh Street theater building after being dismissed for missing rehearsal and failing funds. He, an astrachian about years old, was married to Jes Yeta Tinamilion of Kentucky. He had played the Duke in A Lady of Quality and was set for Sir John Oxen this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Scott Ines
Julia Arthur
West
Inglis
Jes Yeta Tinamilion
James Crown
Thomson
Clark County
Sir John Oxen
Van Wyck Seeks Democratic Nomination For Governor
Sept 30 report says Judge Augustus Van Wyck likely accepts the Democratic nomination and plans a vigorous campaign. Wall Street bets on the race with Roosevelt odds. Dr Parkhurst arrives amid talks of Roosevelt Platt deal, expressing disbelief at Roosevelt aligning with Platt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
van Wyck
Wall Street
Augustus van Wyck
Roosevelt
E. B. Talcott
I. la Montagne, Jr
Chicago Platform
Democrats
Henry George
Williot F. Danforth
Syracuse
Gideon J. Tucker
Brooklyn
J.mcdonough
Albany
M. C. Caton
Buffalo
Ole F. Snyder
James A. Lee
Rockland County
Parkhurst
Tammany
Platt
Theodore Roosevelt
Tom Platt
Pr. Parkhurst
National Democrats Reach Pact On Van Wyck Candidacy
The gold standard Democrats executive committee stated Justice Augustus Co. Van Wyck is an acceptable gubernatorial candidate. They will stay neutral while he heads the ticket and will not convene a state convention now, adjourning subject to the chair’s call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
National Democratic Party
Gold Standard Democrats
Justice Augustus Co. van Wyck
Justice van Wyck
Roosevelt Taxes Case Moves To Special Term
Theodore Roosevelt through Roosevelt & Robbe sought to discontinue the proceedings for vacation of the state tax assessment. Justice Cohen declined and directed a motion in Part I where litigations are disposed. A note of issue will be filed and the case set for argument at a future date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Theodore Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Guilford Daughter Arrives in Bridgeport on Murder Case
Eudora Guilford daughter of Dr Nancy Guilford arrived in Bridgeport from Stafford under guard of Deputy Sheriff Theodore Miller. She was taken to police headquarters and held for an hour with Superintendent Birmingham and Detective Arnold, then assigned to a cell. Rose Drayton was later taken from jail to police headquarters for examination.
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Bridgeport
Conn
Eudora Guilford
Nancy Guilford
Stafford
Theodore Miller
Birmingham
Arnold
Rose Drayton
Somerville Superintendent Southworth Celebrates 25 Years
The twenty-fifth anniversary of Gordon A. Southworth’s tenure as superintendent of Somerville public schools was marked by a banquet at Youne’s Hotel hosted by the Somerville Schoolmasters’ Club. Twenty-seven members attended with G. J. Baxter presiding. congratulatory resolutions were adopted and readings by Samuel Wallace Fossa and Frank M. Hawes accompanied the event.
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Gordon A. Southworth
Public Schools of
Somerville
Youne’s
Somerville Schoolmasters’ Club
Southarth
G. J. Baxter
Somerville Latin High School
Simuel Wallace Fossa
Frank M. Hawes
Forest Fires Raze Wisconsin and Colorado Regions in Storm
News wires report massive forest fires across northern Wisconsin and western Colorado, driven by drought. Homes and mills destroyed, rail service disrupted, with losses estimated between 3.3 and 5 million dollars and at least one death reported in Dry Wood. Major towns including Cumberland and Alpine areas suffer extensive damage as rains finally quell some flames.
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Chippewa Falls
Wisconsin Central
Milwaukee
Wis
Cumberland
Jacob Correson
Correson
ST. Pauts
Minn
Wisconsin
Chippewa, Barron, Dunn
St. Croix
Polk
Clayton
Alamena
Poskin
Glenwood
Barron
Prentice
Philips
Turtle Lake
Soo Line
Northwestern Lumber Company
Hau Claire
Dewey Health Record Shines in Philippine Service
Secretary Long released Admiral Dewey's report noting superb sailor health among over 2000 in the fleet with fewer than forty on the sick list. He adds that Manila’s climate is not unhealthy and Manila itself compares well with tropical locales despite three weeks in trenches.
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Washington
Dewey
Long
Philippines
Luzon
Manila
Tropics
Otis Cables Fage Manila Report On Rations And Clothing
Manila September 30 Adjutant General Washington telegraphs that ration modifications were made under commissary general authority Light quality manufactured locally and in Hong Kong can be bought cheaply Clothing suitable to climate will arrive soon and nothing is needed Otis signs the message
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Washington
Hong Kong
Otis
Pattern Makers Meet in Boston Room at 724 Washington
Enthusiastic gathering of the Pattern Makers last evening at 724 Washington street, presided by N C Powers. Thirty three applicants sent to the membership committee. Society now about 7 percent of Boston pattern makers and expected to grow. Election: G W Johnston president, W A Bates vice president, J Main recording secretary, J E Warren financial secretary, F B Jones treasurer. Powers received thanks upon retirement.
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Washington Street
N. C. Powers
Pattern Makers
Boston
Brotherhood
G. W. Johnston
W. A. Bates
J. Main
J. E Warren
F. B. Jones
Powers
Tragedy at Fells Mill Ends Life of John Kelliher
John Kelliher, a Fells Melrose resident, died after a crushing accident at the Fells mill of the Boston Rubber Shoe company. While lifting a car loaded with rubber boots on an elevator the car tipped and fell, breaking his back and leg and severely cutting his head. He was removed unconscious and died two hours later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Kelliher
Fells- Melrose
Boston Rubber Shoe Company
Kelliher
Democrats Prepare Platform For Worcester Convention
The Democratic party plans to adopt a Worcester platform outlining opposition to imperialism, support for soldiers, Cuban freedom, silver issues, and rejection of protected tariffs. Statewide campaigns loom with contests in at least two Congress districts, while leaders meet at the American House to finalize resolutions. A large convention is anticipated with reduced railroad rates and a Bay State House base for the party, including a Monday night gathering of the Massachusetts Democratic Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Worcester
Williams
State Committee
Congress
Colonel Drinkwater
McNary
South
Boston
Lynn
Asa T. Newhall
Sam Roads
Newhall
Rice
Springfield
S. Nickerson
Massachusetts Istmetallic Union
Boston & Albany Railroad
Albany
Kneeland Street
Bay State House
Massachusetts
Democratic Club
Harwood Leads in Seventh District Republican Fight
In the seventh district nomination contest Harwood leads with 62 delegates, Roberts has 44 and Allen 28, while McCarthy’s 14 may shift after the first ballot. Wellman and Barrett are discussed as potential candidates, with Malden and Wakefield showing possible strength for others.
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Charles E. Harwood
Lynn
Senator Roberts
Chelsea
Frank D. Allen
Representative McCarthy
Charlestown
Harwood
McCarthy
Roberts
Allen
Wakefield
Everett
Melrose
Arthur H. Wellman
Malden
Barrett
Total Deaths at Chickamauga Park Reported
Washington September 30 General Boynton commanding at Chickamauga Park reported to Washington that from April 14 to date the total deaths in camp from the arrival of regulars amount to 425 volunteers and one regular. Fourteen deaths were due to accidents and the figures include Chattanooga hospital deaths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chickamauga Park
Washington
Boynton
Chattanooga
Lynn barometer on Barrett race hints at compromise bid
The article outlines a tense political scene in Lynn where Barrett preserves a firm stance yet hints at possible cross party consideration. It notes Melrose backing and mentions ex Mayor Hayes as a potential compromise candidate. Friends say Barrett may not seek the nomination despite a potential welcome if he enters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rbarkis
Lynn
Congress
Melrose
McCarthy
Hayes
Barrett
Cleary Gains On Recount In City Caucuses
Election commissioners recounted Democratic caucus votes in Wards 8 14 and 19 with Ward 19 results unsettled Cleary emerges as victor in several respects Ten of Clearys slate declared elected on the State ticket Feneno senator ticket flips to win in recount Republican wards 6 7 14 18 and 10 seek recounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleary
Feneno
Wolcott as Ambassador to England Predicted by Papers
Washington dispatches and Boston papers agree Governor Roger Wolcott of Massachusetts is likely to be chosen to succeed Ambassador Hay at the Court of St James. The Post notes prior reports and Republican support, while the Journal likewise hints Wolcott’s probable appointment, echoing a widespread expectation in Boston.
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Boston
Washington
Roger Wolcott
Massachusetts
Ambassador Hay
Court of St. James
Post
Morning Post
New England
Wolcott
Capital
McKinley
Queen
Old Bay State
England
Ambassador Wolcott
Crane
Boston Journal
Hay
Memorial Gate for Harvard Spanish War Dead
Harvard plans a gateway at the south yard entrance on Massachusetts avenue to honor six Harvard men who died in the Spanish War. The gate will sit on a wall surrounding the yard, replacing tablets in Memorial Hall which are reserved for Civil War names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvard
Memorial Hall
Massachusetts Avenue
Champlin Accepts Mayoral Bid in Cambridge Letters
Cambridge letters from citizens urge Edgar R Champlin to run for mayor and pledge support at caucuses and polls. Champlin replies that broad city endorsement from varied sectors prompts him to reconsider and consent, offering time and effort for the ensuing municipal year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar R. Champlin
Cambridge
J. Mannum
Charles H. Saunders
Oliver H. Durrell
Edwin B. Hale
James A. Woolson
Chester W. Kingsley
E. D. Leavitt
Stillman F. Kelly
Henry D. Yerxa
Charles Bullock
H. O. Houghton
Isaac Mclean
Edmund Bear
Kidward Kendall
Ewen R. McPherson
N Hopeswell, Jr
Joseph J. Kelly
John P. McCormick
John R. Fairbairn
John R. Parry
Herman Bird
J. G. Brown
Nathan G. Gooch
George W. Chipman
George 8. Evans
George Howland Cox
Increase F. Noyes
James A. Dow
Charles W. Henderson
Samuel Usher
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KE. A. Perrenot
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Hrazes
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American Wringer Company
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Big White River
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Rio Blanco
Cottonwood
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Rio Grande
Minturn
J. S. S. Swan
W. T. S. May
United States Forester
Otis Cables
FAGE
War Department
GO. C. Goodwin CO
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Congressman Barrett
Golden Eagle Quartz Mining Co
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Golden Eagle
Indian Creek
Siskiyou County
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McCarthy Lynn
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New Heatre
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Sherman Hoar
Concord
Shereman Hoar
Best Opticians
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Wilson Brothers
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