Murder in cold blood shocks Hartford community
Albert Skinner an 85 year old joiner living near Vinton's sawmill in South Windsor was shot by John Cronin during breakfast. Skinner died eight minutes later with Cronin captured nearby. Cronin had a grudge after being warned out for drunken habits. Skinner leaves a wife and two children.
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Albert Skinner
Vinton
Ellington Road
South Windsor
John Cronin
Cronin
Skinner
Issues of the campaign in Massachusetts in 1893
Letters to the Post from many readers outline the key campaign questions: tariff reform and silver remain central, with tariff and national finances driving voter interest. Contributors discuss Governor Russell, Greenhalge, honest money, and the role of the presidency in state policy, highlighting probable party positions and voter mood.
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Wilbur H. Powers
Boston
Russell
Executive Council
F. Dolan
Lawrence
John E. Russell
Frederick T. Greenhalge
Congress
John FE. Russell
James B. Carroll
William E. Russell
Alpheus B. Alger
Cambridge
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Republican Party
Grover Cleveland
Democratic Party
Elbridge Cushman
Middleboro
Massachusetts
James H. Carmichael
Lowell
State House
James F. Aylward
George R. Brine
Winchester
Tariff
Sir—Tariff
Arnold
North Pembroke
Eben
Stevens
J. E. Dutton
Melrose
Post
John A. Aiken
Greenfield
George H. Hunt
Rockland
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Chicago
T. W. Higginson
Dublin
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Edwin CC. Jenney
Hyde Park
Henry C. Richardson
George A. Galloupe
Beverly
Robert O. Harris
W. L. Terhun
Greenhalge
George B. Billings
Bir
Oak Hall Hats and Caps At Bargain Prices
Tourists hats including Dunlap Youman and Boston Derby offered at sale prices. A $2.50 stiff hat reduced to $1.36 this week. Introducing the Oak Hall Cap for men and boys at 36 cents. Indigo blue color satin lined. New silk hats at four dollars match quality of higher priced peers. Uniform caps for railroads janitors watchmen and others available without delay from G W Simmons & Co Oak Hall Boston North Street 32 to 44.
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Four-Story Elevator Plunge Halts by Air Cushion Rescue
Four women and an elevator boy on a Quincy House descent from the fourth floor narrowly escaped catastrophe when a rope parted and the car dropped about fifty feet. The air cushion slowed the impact, leaving Miss Florrie West with a sprained left leg and temporary weakness, though she later danced at the Museum.
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Florrie West
Prince Pro Tem
Miss West
Morkill to Return to Boston and Make Restitution
A Boston Post report portrays Nelson Morkill as an erring but repentant employee who will return to Boston soon to make restitution for misused funds. John Stetson, Morkill’s former employer, notes he will not prosecute, expects restitution, and supports a return if he can prove himself, with friends ready to help reestablish him.
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John Stetson
Boston
Nelse Morkill
Mr. Stetson
Morkill
Stetson
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Donnocker Found Guilty in Immorality Trial
Portland jury convicts Rev Delbert G Donnocker after two days of trial for criminal immorality in Superior Court. Defense argues evidence, including a photo with Ella Gilman and a consoling letter, point to innocence. Court action includes motion in arrest of judgment.
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Delbert G. Donnocker
Donnocker
Knowlton Spore
Ella Gilman
Brockton
Lugania's Fast Trip Sets Western Ocean Record
The steamer Luganias from Liverpool arrives southeast of Fire Island at 8 30 p m. It aims to beat the Paris record by reaching the lightship at 11 04 p m. Expectation is to hit the point between 10 and 10 30 p m to set a new Western record.
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Lucania
Liverpool
Fire Island
Paris
Republican Clans Rally at Tremont House Sparks Intrigue
A large Republican gathering at Tremont House last night showcased intense pre convention maneuvering over treasurership and Attorney General bids. Leaders like ex-Mayor Hart and Greenhalge figures drew cheers amid a restless crowd, while ex-Governor Robinson remained unreadable as delegates pushed for favored candidates.
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Greenhalge
Pillsbury and
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Republican Party
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Expresson
Post
Phillips
Waybacks Meet Slick Politicians at Tremont and Beacon
A colorful scene on Tremont and Beacon as a tall Wayback man in a rusty overcoat chats with a stylish companion at the Tremont House bar. Tom Reed of Maine ex-Speaker and Conductor Ferguson stop in for a drink, while Lt. Governor Wolcott and Colonel Ben Lovell mingle, each limned by lively local gossip and political color.
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Beacon Streets
Wayback
Tremont House
Ayback
Tom Reed
Maine
National House
Ferguson
Boston & Maine Road
Wolcott
Ben Lovell
Wymouth
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