Gaston Denounces Republican Extravagance in Massachusetts Campaign
Democratic candidate Colonel William A. Gaston opened his campaign in Brockton with a large reception at the Wilson House. He rebutted Governor Bates's defense of the state tax and charged Republican extravagance, urging that state finances have been mismanaged for years and worsened this year. The speech drew praise from both parties and signaled potential shifts in voting. The address criticized Bates for arithmetic errors and accused him of defending improper financial practices, with continued discussion on the state tax and extravagance.
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Commissioner Martin Faces Prison Labor Charges at Deer Island
Bricklayers charge Penal Institutions Commissioner Martin with hiring prison labor for Deer Island power house work and blocking pardons to keep bricksers available. Martin denies the accusations and calls for a full investigation as labor circles react at City Hall.
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Fair Weather Today for Boston and New England
Forecast indicates Tuesday cloudy in the morning then fair with brisk northerly winds for Boston and vicinity. Wednesday turns fair. In New England, rain in the east Tuesday clearing in the west, with Wednesday fair and diminishing northwest winds.
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Boston Pittsburg Game Set For Record Crowd Today
A sold out grandstand and fair weather bring a projected crowd of at least 20 000 to today’s Boston Pittsburg game. Dineen starts for Boston while Leever sits for Pittsburg Phillippi will pitch for Collins team. Dreyfuss expresses confidence though admits Boston is strong in the box. Admission tickets go on sale at 1130 AM and gates open at noon.
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Banquet for Boston and London artillery at Windsor Hotel
A banquet honoring the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Boston and the Honourable Artillery Company of London was hosted at the Windsor Hotel in Montreal, with Pommery champagne served exclusively.
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Altonia Returns After Sea Trial of Atlantic Crossing
The Cunarder Altonia, three days overdue, reached East Boston pier at 3 15 P M after a severe storm. Of 341 passengers, 69 Irish, 66 Swedish, 42 English, 39 American, 33 Finnish, 38 Russian, 12 Scottish, 6 Armenian, 3 Danish, 2 French, 2 Belgian, 1 German. Many awaiting immigration clearance. vessel to land most later today. A large cattle cargo will sail with its next voyage after embargo removal.
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Five-Story Fire Causes 35000 Loss on Commerce Street
Patrolman Chisholm reported a blaze in a five story building at 58 to 60 Commerce and 89 to 91 South Market. The fire started on the Commerce street first floor, reached the third floor before being checked, with extensive damage to Potter Wrightington and Brown Le Loria & Co. and heavy smoke harm to firefighters. Assistant John Mullen ordered a third alarm as flames spread. Loss estimated at 35000.
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Horsford’s Acid Phosphate Nerve Tonic Claim
An advertisement touts Horsford's Acid Phosphate as the best nerve tonic for debilitated men and women, promising renewed vitality and restored vigor.
Slaughter in Stocks as Industrials Break Records
New York stock market plunges with industrials losing 2 to 12 points. Steel shares hit new low records amid shipbuilding receivership fallout. London selling and Russia Japan tensions weigh on sentiment, while bonds fare better.
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Father John's Medicine Earns Boston Man's Endorsement
A Boston reader, E. P. Doer of 28 Mozart Street, praises Father John’s Medicine for curing colds and throat troubles and for use as a body builder, noting his entire family uses it with very good results.
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Chinatown Quiet After Police Roundup of Chinamen
Police and U S authorities celebrate a forceful roundup in Chinatown. Of 268 arrested, 145 provided papers and were released. 113 arraigned in district court, 75 sent to Charles Street Jail, 38 bailed. Captain Cain warned by Professor Gardner of the University of the Pacific last April about Tong warfare in San Francisco. Authorities vow more raids and deportations to China, as Chinatown appears deserted and wary.
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Long's Roosevelt remarks stir debate on naval prep
Ex Governor Long clarifies his statement about President Roosevelt and naval strategy before the Spanish American War. He says Roosevelt pressed for thorough war readiness as the threat from Spanish torpedo boats loomed, while authorities held to formal declarations before action.
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Washington Views on Roosevelt Feud In Outlook Analysis
Washington reacts to ex Secretary Long’s critique of Roosevelt in the Outlook. Readers weigh whether Roosevelt, then assistant secretary of war, sought to mobilize a fleet during peace with Spain. Reports note tensions between Long and Roosevelt in McKinley’s cabinet and at the 1900 Republican convention.
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