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Ratification meeting eyed for Democratic rally at Faneuil Hall
The piece predicts an energetic Democratic ratification event featuring speakers Rourke Cochran General Collins Charles S Hamlin Governor Garvin and others at Faneuil Hall. It urges Republican allies to attend, calls the slate strong and aggressive, and notes a hopeful shift toward a Gaston Olney Democratic victory on November 3.
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Freedom of Trade Across US Canada Tariff Fence
The piece argues that trade between the United States and Canada should be free of tariffs, likening it to intrastate commerce within the Union. It asserts mutual benefit for Massachusetts manufacturers exporting to Canada and Canadians buying from U S sources, noting protectionist schemes remain unlikely but urging removal of tariff barriers.
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Rhode Island Race Sees Reformist Governor Backed by Democracy
Governor Garvin campaigns at a Democratic ratification meeting in Faneuil Hall as a reform candidate opposed by a Rhode Island GOP slate led by Colonel Samuel P. Colt. The platform denounces trusts while Colt leads as a wealth baron, head of the rubber trust and a director of related industrial interests in the state. The campaign highlights a battle between reform and corporate influence shaping Rhode Island’s election.
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Call for Law To Shield President From Cranks
The article notes rising crank visits to the President and urges Congress to pass a law criminalizing attempts on the President. It argues private security is insufficient, cites McKinley’s assassination, and calls for a formal enhancement of protections through legislation. Endorses deterrence by statute and professional protection.
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Lipton to found perpetual ocean racing yacht trophy
Sir Thomas Lipton confirms an informal announcement of a perpetual Lipton Cup for ocean racing yachts open to all nations from Sandy Hook to the Needles on a 3000 mile course. The contest would test seamanship, hull and rig strength, emphasizing all round yachts, not racing machines.
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A Spur to Reciprocity with Canada in Trade
The essay argues that Chamberlain's imperial protection plan should spur U S effort toward reciprocity with Canada. It asserts that securing liberal trade with Canada would lessen the impact of broader protection schemes and that Canada’s role ties the United States to broader reciprocal arrangements.
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Joseph Chamberlain
United States
Canada
Chamberlain Zollverein
Chamberlain
Glasgow
Denbigh Tells King of West Point Wonders
The Earl of Denbigh sent a cable to King Edward from New York detailing his Boston to New York journey with a focus on West Point. He described the military academy as wonderful and praised the superior training observed there after stopping at Fall River.
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Soprano Emily Bowker Leaves Opera Path for Minister's Wife
New York Oct 8 Miss Emily Bowker once mentored by Mrs Sage and Helen Gould abandons a possible $400 weekly concert career to wed Reverend Samuel Dorland a young Methodist minister who has not yet received his first assignment.
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Heir Born to 80-Year-Old Marquis of Donegal
London October 8 An heir was born Wednesday to the Marquis of Donegal who is 80 years old and who married Miss Twining of Halifax Nova Scotia aged 22 at the start of the year. The marquis had twice before married without issue.
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Higher car steps spark public demand for relief
Eugene B. Willard appeals to The Post to address Boston’s elevated streetcar steps. He argues the high platforms force strenuous climbs, especially for women and the elderly, causing discomfort and medical risk. He notes larger cars and crowding lessen but not eliminate the hazard and asks if a remedy exists.
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Langley’s Airship Fails in Virginia Test
Professor Langley’s 60 foot steel airship crashed into the Potomac after a brief graceful flight of about 100 yards at Widewater, Va. Reported as a total wreck, the project may be repurposed as a submarine diving boat. The piece argues air travel remains beyond mortal reach and mocks perpetual motion hopes.
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Court fine rises to twenty five dollars in Salem
Observant Citizen notes Rudolph L Agassiz faced a higher fine on appeal after a Beverly automobile law violation. In Salem Superior Court the fine increased from zero to twenty five dollars. The item closes with a quip on restraint.
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Roxbury Notes and Local Happenings in Windsor area
Reports from Windsor and nearby towns cover temperance work by St Patrick’s T A and L Society led by Thomas F Phelan, condolences for Annie Mulqueen of Somerville, and praise for Michael J Murray after a speech at the Young Men’s Congress. Police raid on Oxford place yields many unfamiliar faces as Carrie Nation’s play War on Drink is announced with a hatchet used to destroy furniture nightly. Patrick Harrington transfers from Forest Hills to Dorchester stables amid fond memories. Henry H Faxon of Quincy is noted for generous gifts to newspaper men, including chocolates for a Boston reporter. Henry Lawrence Southwick opens a fourth annual Shaksperian tragedy recital series at Jordan Hall on Oct 23.
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Quincy
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Henry Lawrence Southwick
Jordan Hall
New England Conservatory of Music
Irrevocable Choice Ends in a Bargain For Stay
In a tense confrontation Tremont Beacon Brimmer pleads for reconciliation as his wife declares she will leave. She sets a monetary condition of one dollar more weekly and access to prefer male companions. The crisisends when he exults that the cook has decided to stay, averting separation.
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Franco British arbitration treaty ready
Paris reports authoritative circles say France and Great Britain have concluded terms for a general arbitration treaty. It follows the Hay-Pauncefote model and marks a culmination of Franco British rapprochement after centuries of warfare. The accord signals shifts in European alliances amid recent tensions.
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