Hayes of Charlestown Shapes a New Era in Boston Politics
A sweeping portrait of James EB Hayes as the youthful, magnetic leader defining a new political era in Boston. The piece contrasts him with Lomasney McNary Corbett, notes his lack of executive office, his swift rise from ward leadership, and his charm, vigor, and loyalty to his causes. It also recalls his education, early teaching career, and ascent within the Knights of Columbus and local associations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayes
Lomasney
McNary
Gallivan
Quinn
Daly
Boston
Corbett
Martin Lomasney
John Lee
Boston College
Fulton Debating Society
Everett Street
Bunker Hill
Knights of Columbus
Charlestown
Vance
James
EB. Hayes
Dark Threats Shadow Brockton Strike As Edgemakers Quit
In Brockton on October 6, twenty edgemakers at M C Dizer & Co left their posts to support Goodyear operators, signaling a deepening deadlock. An anonymous death threat note was sent to an edgesetter at George G Snow’s factory, while unions plan to sway workers’ families to sustain the strike. Whitman unions will not join Commonwealth factory workers in Brockton.
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Brockton
M. C. Dizer & Co
Goodyear
George G. Snow
Whitman
Commonwealth
Pitiful Scene as Quigleys See Sentenced Killers
Miss Quigley burst into tears on the witness stand as F. F. McGuinness assault case defendants Steele Campbell and Quigley were sentenced by Judge Dewey to not less than twelve nor more than fifteen years in the State Prison. The trial closed with defense witnesses praising the defendants character and a pitiful family scene in court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sughrue
New Brunswick Criminal Court
Robert Campbell
Dorchester
Coakley
Campbell
New Brunswick
John B. Moran
Steele
Dewey
Quigley
Good Racing at Rigby Pace Results at Casco Me
The Oct 6 Rigby Park meet drew record crowds led by Metta in the 2:50 class winning in straight heats for owner A R Penny Auburn. Riverton and Sorel Jim split two heats in the 2:27 event with a dead heat between Baby 8 and Benny A. best time 2:24 3 4.
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Casco
Little Rigby Park
Metta
Gr. m
B. G
L. J. Bartlett
Newhall
Sorrel Jim
J. R. Wescott
Farmouth
Baby
Benny A
Arrest Made In Bowen Murder In Rockland Maine
Francia A. Curtis was arrested in Rockland Maine on charges of murdering Charles W. Bowen. The suspect, about 20, has no comment and no new developments were reported. a preliminary hearing is expected tomorrow.
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Rockland
Francia A. Curtis
Charles W. Bowen
Curtis
Special Fitchburg Rail Excursion to Hoosac Tunnel
The Oct 9 excursion train from Union Station Boston departs at 8 16 a m round trip fare 2.00. J R Watson general passenger agent Boston invites inquiries for details.
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Hoosac Tunnel
Union Station
Boston
J. R. Watson
Colonial Cereal Flakes Claim Health Benefits
An early health-minded ad asserts oats wheat and rye provide all nourishment. Colonial Blended Flakes, made from these grains, are advertised as containing absolutely all that's good and sold by grocers. Colonial Cereal Co of Rochester distributes to New England.
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Colonial Cereal CO
Rochester
Rochester, & Co
New England
Confessions in Murder Case Touch Nack Letter Fallout
In New York yesterday Martin Thorn confessed to further details of Guldensuppe’s murder to cellmate Frank Clark. A letter from Thorn to Mrs Nack sparked hysteria as she denied authorship and revealed distress over possible self harm. Authorities note a German reply suggesting self destruction but delaying action until liberty is secured.
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New York
Martin Thorn
John Gotha
Guldensuppe
Thorn
Frank Clark
Clark
Woodside
Mrs. Nack
Political notes on Boston campaign and local races
George A. Hibbard backs ex Mayor Curtis as the logical Republican nominee after a strong past vote. Walcott plans a state speech in Boston, Lodge set as Republican stump trump card, and Guild and Williams campaigns planned. Democratic nominations in Suffolk district and state committees noted, with Ward 18 to feature three Democrats for Alderman if the single chamber bill passes.
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George A. Hibbard
Curtis
Boston
Hibbard
Curtis Machine
Sanford
Walcott
Henry Cabot Lodge
George Fred Williams
Curtis Guild, Jr
Suffolk
Bartholomew H. Conig
Ward 22
Senate
Harry P. Nawn
Francis P. Curran
Williams
C. H. Lockland
Wakefield
Feeney
Woburn
Ward 18
Francis J. O'Toole
George ©. Whitaker
William Cronin
James Donovan
Daniel W. Gallagher
Thomas F. Rice
William Harbour
Herbert M. Manks
Board of Aldermen
Manks
Codman
Senator Folsom
Gold Democrats
Norfolk
Norwood
John C. Lane
The
National Democracy
Young Men's Democratic Club
Bosworth Street
Townsend Fined One Hundred Nine Dollars for Maine Law
Farmington Me Oct 6 In the case of Dr Edgar F Townsend of Boston indicted for practising medicine contrary to the Maine registration law a plea of nolo contendere was entered today The court imposed the minimum penalty 109 fine which was paid Townsend did not appear
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Farmington, Me
Edgar F. Townsend
Boston
Townsend
Navy Moves Reported From Atlantic and Pacific Ports
The torpedo boat Dupont sailed from Brooklyn for Fort Monroe. The Puritan arrived at Tompkinsville, N Y. The Dolphin sailed from Norfolk for Boston. The Michigan departed Erie for Dunkirk N Y. The Petrel arrived at Shanghai.
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Washington
Dupont
Brooklyn
Fort Monroe
Tompkinsville
N. Y
Dolphin
Norfolk
Boston
Michigan
Erie
Dunkirk
Shanghai
Van Nostrand P B Ale Teases With Jolly Card
A new Van Nostrand P B Ale advertisement features a Titian-haired young woman on a 14 by 10 inch show card. She proclaims “Oh, Be Jolly” and promotes the ale as a path to merriment, emphasizing the brand as the best way to attain that mood.
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van Nostrand P. B. Ale
P. B. Ale
Bank Teller Arrested in Bank Robbery Case
NAPANEE Ok Oct 6 W H Faynton a year long teller at the Dominion Bank was arrested for complicity in the bank robbery committed a month earlier in the same town.
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Napanee
W. H. Faynton
Dominion Bank
Fly Rod Crosby Captivates At Boston Food Fair
Miss Cornelia T. Crosby known as Fly Rod Crosby, a Maine sportswoman and guide, shines at the Boston Food Fair with Indians and Guides exhibits and a trophy collection. Her love of the woods, health recovery, and nature inspires audiences as she represents Maine and its outdoor life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Pine Tree
Cornelia T. Crosby
Crosby
Women Learn To Climb Logs At Penobscot Exhibit
At Paul Revere Hall visitors view crafts by Penobscot Indians from Old Town with basket making drawing interest. An Aroostook County potato exhibit from E. L. Cleveland of Houston showcases prize spuds. Maine granite from Portland’s Granite Company lends heft to displays, including fragments related to the Grant monument. A stack of Frank Jones barley sits in a corner.
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Paul Revere Hall
Penobscot
Old Town
Aroostook County
E. L. Cleveland
Houston
Maine
Granite Company
Portland
Grant Monument
New York
Frank Jones Bailey
O Connell pleads guilty in Salem court
Maurice O Connell of Lawrence retracted a not guilty plea and pleaded guilty to assault with intent to kill for firing five shots at Eunice Early on March 22 1897. The court heard expert testimony on sanity but deferred sentence as Stacey of Lynn was convicted on three counts of breaking and entering and larceny with sentence also deferred.
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Salem
Superior Criminal Court
Maurice O’connell
Lawrence
O’connell
Eunice Early
Early
Middleton
Topsfield
Lynnfield
Man Charged After Revolver Incident Near Sudbury
Thomas J. Feeley of Stowe was arraigned in Concord District Court on assault with a revolver after a joint ride with Frank J. Buttrick and wife. Feeley admitted firing into the air but pleaded guilty to simple assault and was held without bail. The revolver was recovered near the assault site.
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Concord
Thomas J. Feeley
Stowe
Frank J. Buttrick
Subury
Feeley
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Pond’s Extract CO
London
the Democracy
James E. Hayes
Thomas
James E
Willian H
James E, Hayes
Theresa BE
John F
J. L. Prescott & CO
Dizer
Irtoe Dewey
Steele, Campbell
Mary E
Rigby
Longo
Mrs. Neck
Frank A. Munsey
C. T. Crosby
O'Connell
Lawrence Man
Lonely Woods
Fels & CO
Philadelphia
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