Senator Dawes Explains Tariff Impact On Wool Industry
Professor Perry questioned how a bill clause was inserted between readings. Senator Dawes replied that he did not know all details, but inferred Mr. Bigelow was in Washington then. The discussion centered on tariff effects, with Mr. Bigelow and Mr. Russell arguing tariffs hurt industry and urging wage and price adjustments to stay competitive.
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Professor Perry
Sam
Senator Dawes
Bigelow
Washington
Mr. Bigelow
Bospeta
Bigelow Carpet Company
Mr. Russell
R. Osgood
Buyers and Sellers. How the protectionist tail drives the unprotected dog
In a letter to the editor, the writer argues that protected industries form only a small share of national manufacturing. He cites $1 billion in protected capital amid $43 billion total wealth, contends protection distorts markets, and urges a reduced, equitable tariff. The piece critiques protectionist rhetoric and warns of widespread reform.
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Boston
Sl.s
East Boston Rally Calls for Democratic Congressman Hope
At Sumner Hall East Boston a meeting claimed to ratify the fourth congressional district gathering. Speakers including John H. McDonough and Joseph H. ONeil argued for Democratic control, praising labor interests and criticizing Republican leadership and tariff policy. They asserted the era of young men dominating national politics and favored Democratic protection for workers.
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Sumner Hall
Elbow Street
Boston
Fourth Coupees
John H. McDonough
O’neillg
Joseph H. O’neil
O’neil
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Weavers Strike at Auburn Woollen Mill
Worcester on Oct 11 reports forty two weavers at the Auburn Woollen Mill walked out last Monday after the firm refused a price list from the workers. The five year old rate left the weavers earning 40 to 65 dollars monthly. they were told to accept the old rate or quit.
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Worcester
Auburn Woollen
Auburn
Chicago Strikers Move to Concessions as Riots Erupt
In Curiaco, Oct 11, Mayor Roche met with West Side striker representatives and with Mr Yerkes. Yerkes refuses terms, declaring the fight is on. Rioting and mob scenes occur around Sedgwick and Garfield lines as police clash with crowds. Authorities vow stern action to keep streets moving.
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Curiaco
Roche
West Side
Yerkes
Aldrich
Sedgwick Street
Garfield Avenue
Western Avenue
Chief Hubbard
Hubbard
Lincoln Avenue
Philadelphia
Chicago
Broadway
Seventh Avenue
New York City
Syndic
Pittsurg
Fire sweeps Green Point vessels and oil works
A morning blaze in Green Point connected to the steamer Havis and nearby vessels caused extensive damage estimated above 200000 dollars. Fireboats aided in evacuations while several ships and oil works burned. six firemen were injured, one with a broken leg, and dozens of barrels of oil burned. Additional fires in Rutland and nearby Vermont towns destroyed buildings and classed as major losses.
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New York
Green Point
Havis
Pennsylvania and Scranton Coal Company
North Tenth Street
Standard Oil Works
Dutchland
Ella Vose
Leopold Hall
Hargis
Joseph McCormick
James McElroy
Henry Hollins
Michael O’keefe
Joseph Briscol
James Delmar
Briscol
Baptist Church
Mepforrd
Clifton Manufacturing Company
South Street
Bradford
Jonathan Smith
South Newbury
Worcester
George W. Green
Spencer
Hillsville
Massachusetts Historical Society resumes meetings with notes on Roger Williams letter
The Massachusetts Historical Society reopened after summer with a report on an unpublished Roger Williams letter from Providence dated March 1 1665 and its possible inclusion in the society volume. Other items include gifts from William Courtenay, a memoir of Williams Latham, a Shays Rebellion letter, a paper on Anne Hutchinson, and updates on Judge Sewall’s Letter Book with notes from Judge Chamberlain and A. B. Ellis.
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Massachusetts Historical Society
George E. Ellis
England
Roger Williams
Providence
Massachusetts
Washington
New York
Winsor
Green
Washburn
Charleston
S.C
William A. Courtenay
Young
Courtenay
Arthur Lord
Williams Latham
Shays
William Prescott
Bunker Hill
Franklin B. Dexter
Yale University
Dr. Green
Anne Hutchinson
Boston
Judge Chamberlain
A. B. Ellis
W. D. Northend
Salem
Judge Sewall
Mr. Northend
Jeremiah Dummer
Colonel Burgess
Samuel Shute
William Dummer
Mr. Young
Deane
Genealogical Register
Northend
McCleary
Love Lane
Zechariah Hicks
John Tileston
Tileston Street
Mason Street
Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company
Abin Holbrook
Gage
Nathaniel Langdon
North Writing School
R. C. Winthrop, Jr
Fire alarms report three blazes with modest damages
An alarm from Box 68 at 2 03 yesterday reported a small roof fire at Hinckley Locomotive Works Albany street causing $10 damage. Alarm 14 at 9 25 yesterday noted a tenement blaze behind 346 North street from an exploding kerosene stove costing $10. A fire yesterday afternoon in the basement of 57 West street occupied by King and Science and the Temple Club caused $100 damage.
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Hinckley Locomotive Works
Albany Street
North Street
West Street
King & Science
Temple Club
Notes to Taverners on frost colors and militia mobilization
Two letters to the editor discuss autumn foliage colors attributed to frost rather than leaf ripening and question the frost effect based on Maine observations after Sept. 7. A second letter argues that militia mobilizations cannot be legally called without four days notice, citing Massachusetts statutes and noting exceptions for riot or invasion.
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Taverner
Maine
Iac
Massachusetts
Concord
A Down-East Tariff Fable From Lewiston Journal
The article explains tariff changes on gunny bagging and the raw material jute. It notes mills closing in multiple cities, cites Lewiston and Androscoggin Mills, and contrasts journal commentary with the senate and Mills bills. It highlights the cotton bagging duty and trust influence on prices and industry.
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Calentia
Congress
Quinnebaug
Conn
Paterson
N. J
Eufaula
Ala
Columbus
Lewiston Journal
Androscoggin Mills
Lewiston
Brooklyn
Manchester
Louisville
Maine
Jute Trust
Pacific Coast
Minnesota
Atlantic
Journal
Senate
Simmons Ad Promotes Wide Range of Goods Sold
A G. W. Simmons & Co. advertisement proclaims they sell all clothing and related items for men and boys at 82 to 44 North Street, a range known nationwide and drawing varied mail requests.
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G. W. Simmons & Co
North Street
Messrs. Simmons
New Books Review Around the World on a Bicycle Vol II
A critique of Thomas Stevens’s second bicycle journey from Teheran to Yokohama. The reviewer notes entries through Afghanistan and India, Chinese hostilities, and a safe passage by water to Japan. The work is praised for endurance, detailed country sketches, and Stevens’s personal fortunes amid linguistic limits.
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Mr. Stevens
Teheran
Yokohama
India
Afghanistan
Persia
Caspian
Calcutta
Japan
Thomas Stevens
Charles Scribner’s Sons
New York
Book notes on juvenile tales and histories
Margaret Vandegrift’s Little Helpers and The Dead Doll and Other Poems highlight cheerful tales and varied verse for children. Palmer Cox’s Queer People with Paws and Claws adds playful animal verse. A history of the United States by Edward Eggleston and other children’s titles are reviewed with publication details and prices.
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Margaret Vandegrift
St. Nicholas
Youth’s Companion
Wide Awake
Leslie
Johnny
Palmer Cox
Kaulbach
Wolfff
Reineke Fuchs
Lcon
Irving
Uncle Willis
Jane
Ann ‘Taylor
Hannah F. Gould
Bishop Doane
United States
Edward Eggleston
Pocahontas
John Smith
Eggleston
Harry M. Kieffer
One Hundred and Fiftieth
Pennsylvania Volunteers
A. C. Redwood
Raymond Kershaw
Boston
Ticknor & Co
Price
Philadelphia
Hubbard Bros
Maria McIntosh Cox
Roberts Bros
Ai Christmas Posey by Mrs Molesworth and Mr Walter Crave
Mrs Molesworth and Mr Walter Crave continue their holiday custom of producing a children's book. This year their collaboration is titled Ai Christmas Posey.
Weather signals warn of cyclone near South Carolina coast
The Weather Bureau reports a severe cyclone centered on the South Carolina coast moving northeast. Gales expected on the New England coast by Friday. vessels advised not to leave port. Cautionary signals from Boston to Eastport and northeast storm signals from Baltimore to Wood's Hall area.
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Washington
Boston
Eastport
Baltimore
Wood’s Hall
United States
D. C
South Carolina
New England
Estate of Andrew H. Newell cited for final account
Commonwealth of Massachusetts probate notice to creditors and interested persons. Walter H. Cowing, executor, presents the final account of Andrew H. Newell late of Exeter New Hampshire. Court in Boston Suffolk on October 22 1883 at 10 a.m. to show cause why the account should not be allowed. Publish weekly for three weeks in the Boston Post. Witness Judge John W. McKim August 21 1888.
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Commonwealth OF Massachussetts
Suffolk
Andrew H. Newell
Exeter
New Hampshire
Walter H. Cowing
Boston
Boston Post
John W. McKim, Esquire
John H. Paine
Commonwealth OF Massachu
Samuel Kneeland
Benjamin L. M. Tower
John W. McKim
Esquire
Elijah George
Register
Massachus
Setts
Middlesex
Edward B. Codman
India
Benjamin 8S
Codman
Cambridge
George M. Brooks
J. H. Tyler
Frank H. Crombie
Courtsquare
John B. Fitzpatrick
John F. Croughiln
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
S Ees
Elbridge R. Anderson
Globe Building
Washington Street
Foston
A.D
John W. Bradley
Lucy C. Bradley
Alice C. Clark
George Wondman
Dorchester
Commercial Street
F. J. Humphrey
Sarah K. Safford
S. K. Safford
F.J. Humphrey
Everett Street
Humphrey
Lucy A. Woodman
A Fatal Delusion Reveals Security Fears and Perils
A reflective piece warns of overconfidence in safety schemes while detailing alarming risks faced by people. It presents a cautionary tale about trusting bright promises without scrutiny and stresses a lesson on prudent judgment and vigilance.
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Cotton Son Bulletin
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Emily A. Mullett
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Emma C. Gallagher
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Frederic Stone
Otlce
Josephus & Orion
Charles Morton
Joseph F. Edwards
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Albert Howe & CO
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Velophone
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Warren Avenne
Holbrook & Fox
Postoffice Square
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Dorchester Square
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Richardson
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Richardson T
Edward Everett
Oliver
Kent
Horatio Harris & CO
Almeria
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Norseman
Jamaica
Hondo
Boston Fruit Company
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Assicnee’s Sale
North Hanover
Mass
Mnss
Edwin H. Studley
Sat
Jededia Dwelley
Howard D. Nash
Jedediah Dwelley
Boston & Bangor Steamship Co
Foster’s
Surry
Ellsworth
Pangor
Sorrento
Bar Harbor
Kennebec River
Bath, Richmond, Gardiner, Hallowell and
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Star OF the East
Jason Collins
Lincoln’s Wharf
Chas. H. Hyde
India Wharf
C.F. Williams
Mallory Lines
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Nueces
Port Royal & Brunswick
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State OF Texas
Seth Sprague
Old State House
Clyde Steamship CO
Great Southern
Columba
IGHT
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Acon
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Iida
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Florida
J. A. Flanders
Theo. G. Eger
States Engineer Office
Island Sea Wall
Boston Harbor
G. L. Gillespie
U.S.A
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