Republican Bosses Control National Convention Says Boston Post
The Boston Post denounces a New York conference led by Quay Platt and Clarkson as the force guiding the Republican national organization. It portrays the party as a machine ruled by bosses and traitors claiming a loss of principled statesmanship.
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Senate boom clash over McKinley nomination in 1896 crisis
Senator Sherman declares the Republican nominee will be McKinley from Ohio, aiming to thwart Platt and the New York bosses. The feud among Harrison Morton Reed and McKinley backers shows deep seething hostility months before the convention. Plattism versus anti-boss resistance appears likely to prevail.
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Harrison
Morton
Reed
Ohio
McKinley
Massachusetts
Republican Club
New York
Platt
Boston urged to bid for Republican national convention
The piece argues Boston needs strong incentives beyond a club invitation to secure the Republican national convention. It notes San Francisco has already bid with cash promises and that cities compete for the business and profits such gatherings bring. It calls for six weeks to shape a compelling public claim for the national committee meeting.
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Reform the Legislature in Massachusetts Campaign Rally
Democrats urge legislative reform through electing Senators and Representatives who defend the people’s rights. The call targets Governor Greenhalge’s Republicans, claiming past majorities harmed the Commonwealth and urging votes for reform to restore government to the people.
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Fred Williams
Commonwealth
Massachusetts
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Cuban Belligerency and U S Policy on Cuba
Madrid reports that Spain would view recognizing Cuban patriots as belligerents as a breach of international law and would retaliate. The piece argues the United States supports independence for colonies of European powers and would recognize steps toward that end while maintaining treaties with Spain.
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Madrid
London
United States
Cuba
Navy Use for Piracy Threats in U S Trade
The text argues that Spain would be piracy if it sent vessels to harass American commerce in retaliation for recognizing Cuban belligerency. It claims the United States would need its new navy to counter such actions, suggesting decisive use against Spain.
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America
United States
Providence Road Crash Marks Safety Debate After Changes
A rear end collision yesterday on Providence road follows grade raises and schedule changes for the railroad. Investigators weigh neglect or equipment failure as the cause, faulting management for letting an express strike a stationary local train and highlighting concerns about safety during the transition.
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Providence
Boston Notes and River Romance In One Column
Observant Citizen reports on Col A B Bangs and Llewellyn Powers in Boston plus street upheavals. It includes Captain John Regan with brave service, and a river romance where Joe meets Nora Darwell after a night on the river and later hires her. she reveals a brutal husband and expresses hope in marriage to Joe.
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Winchester Street
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Court
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Ty Bee & Huiman
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Jos
London Bridge
Jook
Wess
Casey
Woman of the River
Nora Darwell
Nora
Nancy
Beauty and speed spark thrill on Nancy the steam launch
Joe Parsons, a bank bookkeeper, steers the trim Nancy with pride as Fred Allen praises her beauty and speed aboard the floating stage. The vessel glides past rivercraft and ferries, offering a risky, thrilling run up near the pier before an unexpected moment interrupts the voyage.
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Joe Parsons
Nancy
Fred Allen
Jove
Mourning Headgear and the Spread of Frivolity
Fashion notes discuss mourning attire loosening after six months, noting widow cases. A matron showcases a Bowed toque frame with crepe edge and donkey ears rise from the crown, a narrow veil, and back decoration. The piece remarks on evolving styles away from severe crepe hats as interest in daily wear returns.
Democrats Hold Milford Rally Highlighting Greenhalge and Morse Factions
In Milford Music Hall Democrats and nearby towns gathered for a substantial rally led by C. W. Carroll with speakers T. J. n. George Fred Williams and Judge J. W. Corcoran. Gargan attacked Republican splits over commissions Home Rule and the A P A as Williams prepared to speak.
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Sesita
T. J. N. George Fred Williams
J. W. Corcoran
Millville
C. W. Carroll
Gargan
Greenhalge
Morse
Republican Party
Home Rule
Mr. Williams
Mass Republican stance under fire over school sectarianism
A Massachusetts political clash centers on the American Protective Association and the fight over non sectarian public schools. The Democratic speaker denounces proscriptive aims, rebukes Governor Greenhalge, and defends a white schoolhouse symbol while warning of a civil war over school control.
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Cuticura Soap Promises Clear Skin and Purity
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Soap as the supreme skin soap for pimples blotches blackheads and oily skin. It claims the product cleanses pores tightens the skin and serves as a toilet deodorant and beautifying aid for a fresh look.
New Brookline High School Opens Monday
The Brookline High School, a four story brick building with terra cotta trim and a central tower, will be occupied on Monday for the first time. Located on Gorham Avenue overlooking Cypress Street playground, the modern facility can be enlarged if needed and cost about $200,000.
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Cypress Street
Harvard Civil Service Reform Club Elects Officers
The Harvard Civil Service Reform Club held last evening's meeting and annual officer elections. Winners include President A. I. Ingalls, vice-president H. Schurz, secretary treasurer F. H. Kinnicutt, and executive committee members D. Poliak, 1. Dibblee, S. P. West, H. G. Gray, J. R. McVey, C. I. Wright, H. B. Burlingame, A. H. Gilbert, W. E. B. Hutton, L. S., S. H. Pillsbury, L. S., and H. Holland. The president also appointed J. N. Jones and Fom Miya to the executive committee.
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A. I. Ingalls
H. Schurz
F. H. Kinnicutt
D. Poliak
Dibblee
P. West
Pope in declining health, pope may not survive winter
In Lausanne sources say the Pope’s strength has rapidly declined over the past months though not dying. His entourage believes he will not survive the winter with vitality focused in his brain. The article notes forecasts for the United States twenty five years hence.
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Switzerland
Gazette de
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United States
Hayes will case hears witnesses in Cambridge probate court
The Hayes will contest in Cambridge Probate Court heard witnesses including Miss Caroline Hayes recounting Francis B Hayes showing a possible will and a $50 000 trust discussed with lawyer Albert Sinclair. The hearing featured testimonies on trust arrangements, debts and the proposed settlement for Mrs Hayes and family.
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Francis B. Hayes
Cambridge
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Albert T. Sinclair
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Liverpool
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Miss Hunt
William G. Russell
Hayes
Charles F. Choate
William Caleb Loring
Champlin
Loring
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England
Wethersfield
Nine K. Hayes
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Infant dies after playing with matches in Malden
In Malden on October 24 a 17 month old girl, daughter of C H Haggett, burned to death while playing in bed with matches. Her mother suffered severe burns while attempting rescue.
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C. H
Haggett
Smith Indicted by US Grand Jury
United States grand jury returned another indictment against Rev. Frank Hyatt Smith. It is filed in secret files. District Attorney Hoar refused to detail the indictment or confirm its existence, warning that stating either would risk contempt of court.
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Frank Hyatt Smith
Hoar
Confession of an American Girl in White Star Log
A saloon passenger list notes the Germania ship sailing from New York to Liverpool on Wednesday. It mentions The Confession of an American Girl, the wife of a Chinaman, as read in the Sunday Post.
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