Riot Act Read to Disperse Brockton Strikers
In Brockton on October 20 a crowd gathered around T. D. Barry & Coa factory to jeer striking workers. Police read the riot act as thousands pressed the entrance, the crowd resisted, and officers dispersed them. Shoemakers John Boland and H. S. Cain were arrested. The strike backbone appears weakened as nonunion workers fill the factory ranks with night crews.
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Brockton
T. D. Barry & Coa
Commonwealth
John Boland
H. 8
Cain
Brookline Hearing on West End Rail Tracks on Cypress Street
A Town Hall hearing in Brookline reviewed West End Street Railway plans to add double tracks on Cypress Street from Boylston to Sewall Street car stables. Vice-President Cummings spoke for the company while residents urged narrower streets or widening. Some letters from absent residents argued Cypress is too narrow for double tracks and a single track is a nuisance. The Selectmen took the matter under advisement.
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Selectmen's
Brookline
West End Street Railway
Cypress Street
Boylston Street
Sewall Street
Cummings
West End
Noyes
Ro Ay Ro Ay Weather Threatens New England Coast
Strong easterly rain squalls and northeasterly winds threaten the southern and southeastern New England coast Thursday morning. Eastern New York sees rain with clearing later, winds shifting to the north and east as coastal highs rise.
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New England
New York
Pope's Wishes Mark Catholic University Board Session
Washington Oct 20 The Catholic University board met at McMahon Hall with Cardinal Gibbons presiding Archbishop Keane attended from Rome. The day focused on Professor Schroeder and rumors of moves regarding the German element within the church. Schroeder declined comment awaiting board action while supporters expected a termination or retirement following communications from Rome.
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Washington
The
Catholic University
McMahon Hall
Cardinal Gibbons
Keane
Rome
Vigin
Schroeder
Mgr. Schroeder
University
Mer. Schroeder
Divinity
See
Eald
Ferres
Mrmin
Mgr
Paares
Sneak Thief Steals Coats Watches From Cambridge Street Home
A thief entered a residence at 82 Cambridge Street last night and stole items including a three button coat a vest a pair of dark trousers a hat a hunting case watch with a diamond set a plated chain a gold ring a green stone and rings belonging to Seaver Hysen and Isabella Belbie.
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Boards House
Cambridge Street
Seaver Hysen
Isabella Belbie
Kitty, 85, Falls From Window in Alley Home
An elderly woman identified as Kitty, 85, fell from a window at her home early this morning. She sustained a fractured skull and is in critical condition. witnesses report she may die.
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Kitty Cones
Galery
Death of Marlboro’s Oldest Inhabitant Aged 108
John Murphy aged 108 years and 7 months, born in County Clare Ireland, died today in Marlboro. He had resided in the city for many decades and was widely regarded as its oldest resident.
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Marlboro
John Murphy
County Clare
Ireland
Up for murder Alphonse Bernard held without bail
Norwood Oct 2 Alphonse Bernard arrested on a murder charge for allegedly allowing his wife to kill herself by drinking carbolic acid. He was committed to jail without bail for a Saturday hearing before Judge Lane. The couple had moved from San Francisco two years ago amid a troubled marriage.
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Norwood
Alphonse Bernard
Davenport Stages New Play A Soldier of France
Boston audience views Fanny Davenport in A Soldier of France with Joan of Arc as central figure. The performance blends robust, masculine portrayal with historic lines, supported by a star cast and lavish scenery. The plot traces Joan from Domremy through armor clad triumph to Rouen imprisonment and martyrdom.
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Boston
Fanny Davenport
France
Miss Davenport
Joan of Arc
Joan
Domremy
Jaques
Nicholas L’oseyen
Agnes Sorel
Clichet
Uphin
Nicholas
Agnes
Idiot
Paris
Whan
Rouen
Cilchet
Crichet
Pitts Street Fire Reaps Seven Dams, Wipes Out Five Buildings
A fire on Pitts Street in the West End destroyed parts of five buildings near No. 61 and caused total losses not above 2500 dollars. Blacksmith A W Isele suffered the heaviest damage at his No. 51 shop, estimated at 1200 dollars, with further damage to neighboring shops and residents. Firefighters and residents saved adjacent structures while Italians in the area evacuated belongings to the sidewalks. A bystander, 20 year old Omas Mitchell, sustained a severe cut while aiding in rescue efforts.
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Pitts Street
West End
Soeay
No. 61
A. W. Isele
Mr. Isele
Grahe Elderness
Sire
Mary Stone
Michael Higgins
Damag About , and No. 47
Sullivan Brothers
Raelle Zolla
Giovanni Romano
Michael Bastoell
No. Gid
Benjamin Harris
Mariano Fiore
Baldino Felec
Stephano Fato
Omas Mitchell
A Convenient Location for John H Pray Sons & Co
The carpet store of John H Pray, Sons & Co. sits on Washington Street near Boylston, close to the principal subway station at Istion and Tremont, and near the Touraine hotel, theatres, and large retail stores.
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John H. Pray, Sons & CO
Washington Street
Boylston
Iston and
Tremont
Touraine
Remedy Claim: Quick Cure for Cold in a Day
A bold cure claim surfaces suggesting rapid relief from a cold within 24 hours. The piece outlines supposed ingredients and an accessible method, urging readers to try the regimen and report results.
Dramatic Recital and Stage Praise in Boston Production
The article lauds a Boston stage production with Miss Davenport receiving applause and a brief speech. Cast members MacDowell and Barron receive commendations for Beppo like and Dauphin roles while Marie D Shotwell shines as Agnes Sarel. The elaborate scenery by RB Frank Dodge and musical direction by Alexander Haig, with Elliam Furst composing the score, enhance the performance. The audience included notable Boston figures and readers from major cities.
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Agnes Sarel
Charles Barron
Hen Jewett
Dauphin
Frank Dodge
Alexander Haig
L’africain
Elliam Furst
Margaret McNulty
Boston
Boston Celebrates Constitution Day and Old Ironsides
Boston marks the centennial launch of Old Ironsides with a large celebration. Thousands visit the frigate at the navy yard as 2000 marines and blue jackets land for a parade and naval displays. The event includes a torchlight procession, fireworks, and a half holiday for schools.
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Boston
Navy Yard
State Street
Charles Morgan
New York
North Ond
Eliot School
Princpepet
Paul R Hart
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Qure
Constitution
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