McNamee Faces Civil Service Battle Over Police Promotion
Attorney-General Parker backs Civil Service Commission claim that Mayor McNamee overstepped in promoting Patrolman James McElroy to sergeant. The Civil Service Board demands McElroy’s demotion pending exam. McNamee rejects action and says he will fight in court if needed, citing Cambridge charter control over policing.
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Parker
Civil Service Commission
McNamee
James McWlroy
McElroy
Cambridge
Peavey
Supreme Court
Roosevelt letter to Lord Denbigh from White House
President Theodore Roosevelt writes to Lord Denbigh expressing pleasure at meeting his command at the White House. He sends kind regards to Lady Denbigh and himself and signs warmly as Theodore Roosevelt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Denbigh
Lord
Lady Denbigh
Theodore Roosevelt
Victorian Club to Erect Monument in Boston for Queen Victoria
The Victorian Club of Boston informs King Edward that at a luncheon for the Honourable Artillery Company members toasted the Majesty and Queen Victoria. They announce plans to build a monument in Boston to honor the late beloved Queen Victoria, with F. C. de Sumichrast as president and Fred J. Macleod as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckingham Palace
London
Victorian Club
Boston
Honourable Artillery Company
Queen Victoria
F. C. de Sumichrast
Fred J. Macleod
Victorian Club Lends Toast To Roosevelt At Boston Luncheon
The Victorian Club of Boston toasts the President at a luncheon honoring the Honourable Artillery Company of London. They recognize the reception given to their fellow-countrymen by American kinsmen. Signed by F. C. de Sumichrast, president, and Fred J. Macleod, secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victorian Club
Roosevelt
United States
White House
Washington, D. C
Boston
Honourable Artillery Company of
London
F. C. de Sumichrast
Fred J. Macleod
Farewell Banquet for British Guests in Boston
The Mayors, governors, and British party tenure culminated in a formal banquet in Boston with King Edward’s message and Roosevelt’s letter applauded. Lord Denbigh presided as cheers greeted toasts to England and America and to the honored guests and hosts. The event featured flags, dignitaries, and gracious speeches extolling unity between nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Edward
Roosevelt
Lord Denbigh
Massachusetts
Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company
Honourable Artillery Company
Denbigh
Sidney M. Hedges
Courtney Baylor
Lady Denbigh
Tord Denbigh
George H. Lyman
United States
Bates
Perora
Speech Lauding Anglo American Friendship by British Commander
The British commander praises the welcome from Boston, lauds the Ancients of Boston and the Boston press, and expresses pride in the Expedition's role in strengthening friendship between Britain and the United States. He hopes the two English speaking nations will maintain peace and prosperity forever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Boston
Honourable Artillery Company
Great Britain
Boston Press
Massachusetts Welcome Speech Highlights Transatlantic Ties
Governor Bates reflects on the toast to Massachusetts praising the visit as a beacon of friendship between America and England. He stresses that real value lies in shared hearts and lasting bonds, urging a future of closer ties and mutual good will beyond national boundaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bates
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Speec
Fair Sisters
Niagara
America
England
Hamlin Possibly to Defend Chinese in Boston Raid Case
Chinese representatives in Boston plan a strong legal counteroffensive with Hon. Charles S. Hamlin as chief counsel. They aim to oppose deportations and sue officers for overstepping authority, with an indignation meeting at Fan cut Hall Friday. Thirty seven more Mongolians were heard, 3 released on certificates, 19 on bail, 14 more later without certificates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Washington
Charles 8S
Hamlin
Fancut Hall
Co Operation Emphasized to Curb Consumption in Nation
The American Tuberculosis Congress in New York urged rigid co operation to fight and prevent consumption. The appeal highlights Dr Henry D Holtons warning that 500000 Americans suffer and 400000 may die without concerted effort. Reports praise Prof Hoff Cure and urge home treatment with physician support and public encouragement.
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New York
Henry D. Holton
American Tuberculosis Congress
Frederick Hammann
Adolph Hoff
Vienna
Professo
Medical Legal Journal
Professor Hoff
Europe
America
American, Bureau, Bendiner & Schlesinger
Third Avenue
10Th Street
Prof. Hoff
Alice Rigden
Ottawa
American Bureau
Bendiner ‘& Schlesinger
California
Hammann
Chicago American
Prof. Hoft
Hoff
Arizona
Kansas
Texas
I. Dunn & Co
W. W. Mormon
Gree One
T. J. McLaren
E. Front S1
Bloomington
Ill
N. B
MacKenzie
London
Brouardel
Paris
Bromfield Street
Temple-place
Washington Street
Summer Street
Boston
Prof
Fight with Tammany on Brooklyn Democratic rift
The Brooklyn factional fight within the Democratic party dominates the campaign scene as Colonel McClellan rejects attending a ratification meeting without full ticket endorsement and Senator McCarren endorses his stance at Tammany Hall, signaling a continued bitter struggle for supremacy.
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New York
Brooklyn
McLaughlin
Tammany Hall
McClellan
McCarren
Tammany
Bank Merger in Cambridge Reaches Tentative Deal
In Cambridge a proposed absorption of the National City Bank by the First National Bank is under discussion. National City Bank with capital stock of 1000 shares at 100 each is trading around 142, with liquidation value near 130. First National, led by President Bullard, offers 130 plus a bonus about 18. National City, led by President Dresser, seeks roughly 140.
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National City Banks
Cambridge
First National Bank
National City Bank
First National
Bullard
National City
Dresser
Lord Denbigh Praises Strenuous Life Toast to Massachusetts Company
Lord Denbigh delivers a toast to the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts. He reflects on the so called strenuous life, recalls past travel from London, and discusses the purpose and reception of their visit to the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Denbigh
Artillery Company of
Massachusetts
London
England
United States
Kidney-Wort Tablets Cited By Covington Man In Relief Claim
Edward Curry of Covington Kentucky reports long standing back pain and kidney trouble improved after using Pettingill Kidney-Wort Tablets. He credits the remedy with stopping pains and preventing Bright's disease and invites others to write Dr. Pettingill in Burlington Vermont for free guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Curry
Greenup Sts
Covington
Bright
Visitation toast links English and American valor for peace
Lieutenant Governor Curtis Guild Jr quotes a toast praising shared history between English and American peoples. He notes bloodlines of Kelt, Latin, Saxon and Frankish descent and calls for comradery. He envisions future cooperation of France, England, and the United States in a peaceful world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis Guild, Jr
Harry
England
Orleans
Bunker Hill
France
United States
Mayor Collins Reflects As City Sees Return From Trip
Mayor Collins thanks travelers returning to Boston after a brief voyage beyond the borders of the republic and continent, praising their trip’s good impressions while urging brevity and blessed farewells. Cheers follow as he invokes blessings for the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collins
Boston
Republic
Salvation Army
Evacuation of Boston Meets Disapproval in Britain
The port collector speaking for the President condemns the second evacuation of Boston by the British. He addresses Lord Denbigh and members of the Honourable Artillery Company of London and notes the unqualified disapprobation of Boston citizens during the recent days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Lord Denbigh
Honourable Artillery Company of
London
Boston
Wapiti Wins Silver Cup At Columbia Yacht Club
At the Columbia Yacht Club of South Boston the Silver Cup went to Yacht Wapiti owned by ex Commodore E J Powers. Wapiti scored four first prizes and one second in five summer races and is eight years old.
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Wapiti
Columbia Yacht Club of
South Boston
E. J. Powers
Wapita
Columbia Yacht Club
Banquet at Symphony Hall Hosts Welcome to London Artillery Band
The Honourable Artillery Company of London visited the capital and were received by the President. It notes a cordial farewell with a stirrup cup of racial brotherhood and wishes godspeed to the guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Symphony Hall
Honourable Artillery Company of London
Victorian Club Hosts AIS at Brookline Country Club
The Honourable Artillery Company enjoyed a pleasant outing as guests of the Victorian Club at Brookline yesterday. The afternoon featured a tally-ho ride through the Fenway Jamaicaway and South Brookline to Clyde Park, followed by a dining hall visit after returning near 1 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brookline
Honourable Artillery Company
Country Club
Fenway
Jamaicaway
South Brookline
Clyde Park
Banquet Sparks Cheer for Stronger US Britain Ties
An elaborate banquet featured cigars, speeches and entertainment as British guests received thanks from hosts and cheers for a closer union between America and Great Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Great Britain
London Lord Mayor Cables Lord Denbigh Arrival Note
A late night cable from London to Lord Denbigh dated October 14, 1903 reports the city’s warm reception and interest in his activities. The message mentions an Alaska boundary tribunal this week and offers greetings to the hosts signed by the Lord Mayor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Denbigh
London
Alaska
Two Evils in Jemima Dewsnap’s Narrow Choice
A distraught Jemima Dewsnap drags Elijah Sidelinger from under the bed and offers him a grim bargain between jail and a life with her. Elijah, after a moment, chooses jail, fearing the consequences of betrayal. The scene ends as Jemima contemplates calling the police.
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Jemima Dewsnap
Elijah Sidelinger
Jane Ann Winslow
Elijah
Jane Ann
Jemima
Eilijah Sidelinger
Perlieg
Elijjah
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M’namee
Civil Service Board
Ainsilee
Baroness von Hutten
King Edward
Ninth Regiment
Emerald Isle
James A. Frye
Budworth
The
Ancients
Stohwasser
London Company
Guild
HON. C. S. Hamlin
Pet
Wort
Gov. Guild
MR. Lyman
Lord Mayor
the Post
Sunday Post
Lexy Knox
Leaver St
Dorchester
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