Bombardment of Rio de Janeiro. government targets only
Herald dispatch reports Admiral Mello’s fleet again shelling Rio de Janeiro while aiming at government buildings. Private homes are spared, yet alarm runs high as residents flee. Forts at the water front reply. Brazilians in Desterro and Santa Catarina plan provisional government. London dispatch notes improving mood and limited damage outside Rio. British protests arise over coal seized from the Norman bark Norma.
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New York
the Herald
Montevideo
Admiral Mello
Rio de Janeiro
Peixoto
Desterro
Republica and
Pallas
Santa Catharina
Mello
London
Rio Janeiro
Exchange Telegraph Company
Rio
Nictheroy
Cardiff
Norma
McDonnell
Gas company defends quality while blaming low pressure
A. C. Burrage for Brookline Gas Co states gas quality remains unchanged and the issue is insufficient pressure due to overwhelming demand. He cites delays in the new plant completion and promises new works by next week, with a reward offered for the person who opened a six inch gate on Sewall Street Roxbury causing the Back Bay blackout.
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Brookline Gas Company
A. C. Burrage
Messrs. Bartlett & Hayward
Sewall Street
Roxbury
New Milford Man Dies After Apple Tree Accident
George French, 44, unmarried, fell from an apple tree at Boardman’s bridge this afternoon. His head struck a stone, crushing his skull. death occurred within ten minutes.
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New Milford
Conn
George French
Boardman’s Bridge
Jic
Blount recommendation on Hawaii plebiscite proposal
Washington reports a Blount backed plan to ask Hawaiians and foreign residents to vote on a US protectorate. The disclosure suggests a return of Spreckles influence and possible restoration of Queen Liliuokalani if natives prefer monarchy. Albert Willis sails to Hawaii with new credentials amid secrecy.
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Washington
Senate
State Department
Blount
Liliuokalani
United States
Spreckles
Turkish Toleration Denied by Turkish Ambassador in London
A Christian Commonwealth representative questioned why Christian Herald was barred in Turkey. Rustem Pasha denied religious persecution, claiming broad toleration and equality for Catholics Protestants Jews and Muslims. He blamed Armenian unrest on civil conspiracy tied to Marsovan American College and asserted no state concealment by the Sultan.
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London
Christian Commonwealth
Rustem Pasha
Christian Herald
Turkey
England
American College
Marsovan
The
Levant Herald
Four Boys Arrested for Store Burglary in Salem Street Case
North End officers captured a quartet aged 9 to 14 for breaking into Antone Mardella at 160 Salem Street on Oct 1 and stealing $8. The youths named themselves as Thomas Bacalupe of 22 Hull Street, Frank Macy of 12 Hull Street, John Denton of 11 North Bennett Street, and Natal Badasacco of 612 Unity Street.
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North End
Antone Mardella
Salem Street
Thomas Bacalupe
Hull Street
Frank Macy
John Denton
North Bennett Street
Natal Badasacco
Unity Street
Labor Unions Demand Them Again
President Pettigrave of School Committees sees obstacles as labor unions renew their demand.
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Pettigrave
Labor unions seek public forum in Boston amid park plan
Boston workers press for a public forum after Franklin Park access denial. They cite eight hour agitation and need for district meeting spaces in schools as cheaper venues. School board president cautions against using school buildings due to gas, late hours, tobacco, and cleaning costs.
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Rome
Boston
Franklin Park
American Federation of Labor
St. Louis
Central Labor Union
Park Commissioners
Faneuil Hall
Tremont Temple
Custom trousers from 800 styles at $5 a pair
Advertises custom trousers made from 800 styles in Fancy Worsted Fabrics with patterns selected from top American manufacturers. Priced at five dollars per pair, with no profit to the seller to enable factory capacity. Claims superior workmanship and invites samples.
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America
Labor leaders push for free public forums in ward halls
Labor figures urged using school ward rooms as open forums to discuss issues as town meeting influence waned in cities. They supported prohibition of tobacco in halls and noted gas shortages, with figures like Mr. McNeill and Mr. Foster backing discussion in every ward.
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F. C. Pettigrove
Post
Pettigrove
George E. McNeill
Massachusetts Mutual Accident Association
McNeill
Frank K. Foster
Labor Leader
Hair in Belt Traps 16 year old At New Haven Factory
Annie Saxton a 16 year old Russian corset stitcher at Mayer Strouse Co in New Haven narrowly escaped death when hair two braids long caught in a belt tightening around a rapidly moving shaft. Foreman Aknan halted the machine saving her scalp though she suffers severe facial swelling and internal injuries that may be fatal.
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New Haven
Oct
Annie Saxton
Mayer, Strouse & Co
Aknan
Paine’s Furniture Offers Curtain for City Drawing Rooms
Recognizing the push for economy, Paine's Furniture Company announces a curtain scheme suited to city drawing rooms with no extra drapery needed. The ad invites interested ladies to read the accompanying column for details on an artistic and fashionable window treatment at a low cost.
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Paine’s Furniture Company
Democratic State convention opens in Syracuse with Crowded Delegates
Delegates gathered in Saratoga N Y amid a sunny day as Gov Flower did not attend. Croker appeared with Speaker Sulzer while Edward Murphy Jr led the order calling Daniel N Lockwood of Buffalo temporary chairman. Lockwood praised Democratic gains and repeal of the Sherman law, pledging party promises and tax relief under an honest administration. The convention adjourned to 10 o clock tomorrow as committees were formed and resolutions referred to a platform committee.
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Saratoga
N. Y
Flower
Doring
Croker
Sulzer
Gilroy
James J. Martin
Clarke
Cantor
Edward Murphy, Jr
Daniel N. Lockwood
Buffalo
Lockwood
Washington
Cleveland
New York
Senate
Grover Cleveland
International Yacht Race Witness Trip Next Friday
The New York and New England Railway offers a special view trip for the second trial race this Saturday. A solid ves ubulated express departs Friday at 7 6 p m from foot of Summer Street, arrives in New York at 7 a m via Norwich line. City of Lawrence steamer leaves Pier 40 North River at 9 a m to follow the yachts. Norwich line steamer continues after race is finished so Boston passengers can return by Sunday 9 o'clock. Round trip tickets including yacht view are $7.
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New York & New England Railroad
New York
New England
Summer Street
Norwich Line
City of Lawrence
Norwich
North River
Boston
Cities Press For Improved Street Car Service Across Suburbs
A wave of petitions sweeps Medford Cambridge Malden and Everett as residents demand cheaper more frequent street car service. Medford and Cambridge clash with the West End company while Malden and Everett push for a 5 cent fare and better transfers. A Post tour found rails in poor shape with jolting rides and walkers urged to transfer on foot.
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Boston
Medford
Cambridge
West End
Malden
Everett
Nicholl
New York Sun
Chelsea Square
Lynn
Everett Square
Post
Abused 3 Year Old Found Brutally Injured in Worcester Case
Bridget Dowling, 35, of 158 Leverett Street, is arrested on cruelty charges after a Worcester police report details extensive injuries on a three year old boy named Jonas James Landis. The child, previously cared for by Dowling for about a year for $2 weekly, is currently in the care of the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children in Cambridge.
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Bridget Dowling
Leverett Street
Cambridge
Loring
Massachusetts Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Children
West End
Dowling
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Children
Nutmeg Boys Shoot Well in State Rifle Meet
Hartford Oct 5 The first regiment rifle team captured the State rifle match for regimental teams with the highest twelve man total in state history. Scores at 200 and 500 yards totaled 663 for First Regiment, 638 for Second, and 586 for Third, Fourth 601. First Regiment wins the state silver cup and medals for each team member.
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Hartford
Rhode Island Day At The World’s Fair In Chicago
Rhode Islanders gathered in Chicago for Rhode Island day at the World’s Fair. The Rhode Island National Guard and Governor Brown’s staff attended events at the Rhode Island building. Governor Brown spoke on Rhode Island’s contributions to the fair, national progress, and American history and commerce. Professor Williams delivered an eloquent address praising American industrial and scientific development and the nation’s leading role in manufacturing mining and invention.
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Chicago
Rhode Island
Rhode Islanders
Commonwealth
Rhode Island National Guard
Newport Artillery
D. Russell Brown
Fair
Willams
America
Rhode Island mill strike threatens prolonged walkout
Pawtucket strikers from Farrell Worsted Co refuse 5 percent compromise while the mill cut wages 10 percent. Superintendent Eddy warns the mills may not reopen. Weavers say current pay cannot exceed eight dollars weekly and seek relief from the wage reductions amid a potential long strike.
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Pawtucket
R. I
Farrell Worsted Company
Combine of Manufacturers
Eddy
Bright Eyes and Color Light Up the Scene
A vivid display shines with striking eyes and bright colors. The article highlights vivid visuals, bold hues, and a lively atmosphere that captivates observers.
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Grand Sale
Globe Mills
Washington St
Upson
Hawaii
Continental Clothing House
Washington and Boylston Sts
Democrats
Car Service
West End Road
Weymouth Shoe Firm
Weymouth
W. H. Clapp & Co
F. H. Nason
Shawmut Furniture Co
Shawmut Ave
People’s Publishing Co
Milk St
Standard Clothing Co
Clinton Ellis
Foreman
Lions of Health
Scott
Leslie E. Keeley
Keeley Institutes
Mass
Massachusetts
Lexington
North
Adlama
Springfeld
Tound Hill
Worcester
Abbott and
Chavilier Streets
Washington Street
Providence
Leslie FE. Keeley
Aiddroas A
C. Dow
Tremont Street
Winter Board For
Kenlaon Farm
Moston
Pierce Bridge
Ns Farm
Kenison
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