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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1894

Page

3

Czar in Final Hours As He Dictates Farewell to Russia

St Petersburg dispatch reports the Czar, told his doctors his case was hopeless, ordered succession plans, and expressed blessing for Czarewitch and Princess Anx. Rumors say Czarewitch betrothal rites near. CzarinaAlix battles orthodoxy. calls for press and conscience liberty rise. Doctors warn of brain trouble. bulletin notes stable appetite and no edema.

Berlin St. Petersburg Cologne Czarewitch Anx Alix Party of Russian Rights Zacharin Russia

McNary Rally Draws Voters Amid Stormy Dorchester Meeting

A Dorchester Music Hall rally for McNary drew a large, weather-affected crowd despite rain and wind. D. J. Moynahan of South Boston urged workingmen to back McNary, while ex Representative James Hayes attacked opponent McEttrick as a professional politician. W. J. Burke kept to national issues as McNary framed the caucus as fair under Australian ballot law.

McNary Music Hall Dorchester James E. Hayes Mr. Hayes Joe O’neil McEttrick House of Representatives Boston Moody Merrill Mr. McEttrick Mr. McNary W. J. Burke East Boston Rpgroo McNary Democratic Party Tenth Boston Journal Congress

Grand Duke Michael Likely Heir Apparent in Russia

London reports Grand Duke Michael, son of Alexander III, may become heir apparent upon the Czarowitz’s accession. At sixteen, he is known for a strong character and military service in the Bessarabian infantry. Russia’s tradition of primogeniture is noted with historical acts by Peter the Great, Paul, and Alexander I shaping succession.

London Michael Czarowitz Alexander III St. Petersburg Peter the Great Soverein Paul Alexander I Russia

Arrests in London Over Poison Theory About Czar

St. Petersburg reports several were arrested in London for publicly discussing the theory that the Czar's illness is caused by poison. A student meeting was interrupted by police with all participants detained. Father Ivan conducts daily services at Livadia and at Yalta where large congregations gather.

London St. Petersburg The Central News Ivan Livadia Yalta

Czar’s Reception at Corfu Hastened by Greece News

The King of Greece in Corfu has ordered speeding up arrangements for the Czar's reception after receiving favorable news from Livadia.

London Greece Corfu Lividia

Czar Remains Weak While Reports Warn of Slowing Recovery

A late despatch from London notes the Czar enjoyed a painless day but his strength continues to wane and decline. The report signals a gradual deterioration in his condition amid ongoing uncertainty about his health.

London

Markies Bet Sparks Ward 19 Caucus Trial Exchange

In Roxbury Court, Councilman Mark H Lynch and Representative Dan Coakley argued over Cronan’s Senate bid. Lynch and Coakley wagered bets on Cronan’s election votes with $109 placed and plans for further bets.

Lynch Ward 19 Cronan Dan Coakley Roxbury Court Mark H Dan’ Coakley Cambridge Dan Coakley Hennessy

Campaign Rally Billed in Brighton Ward Room Tonight

Timothy W. Coakley, candidate for Senator, leads a Brighton ward room rally where he will interrogate Republican Granville Fuller about the A P A. Fuller has not replied to Coakley s open letter and challenge. A lineup of other speakers is also listed.

Brighton Ward Timothy W. Coakley Coakley Granville A. Fuller Fuller

Williams at Lynn Democrats Rally for Tariff Reform

In Lynn on October 25, George Fred Williams, Thomas J. Gargan, and Samuel K. Hamilton spoke at a Democratic rally after a procession from Ward 3 headquarters led by the Lynn Brass Band. Williams argued that the new tariff bill boosts industry, challenged Republicans to name a thriving New England plant, and criticized Lodge over tax and campaign contributions. He closed with remarks on the A P A.

Lynn Lynn Theatre George Fred Williams Thomas J. Gargan Samuel K. Hamilton Ward 3 Democratic Club Lawrence New England Congressman Gillett Ludlow Springfield Gillett Henry Cabot Lodge Williams Massachusetts Senator Lodge Lodge Democratic Party

Weston Records 41 Mile Day Through Canajoharie

Weston passed Canajoharie at 6 40 p m and reached Fort Plain at 7 45 p m on schedule. He covered 41 miles for the day and rested for the night. roads were heavy. He completed 15 miles from Fonca to Fort Plain in three hours despite a forty minute delay at 9 o clock this morning.

Canajoharibe N. Y Weston Canajoharie Fort Plain Fonca

Unity and talent exchange eyed by Boston cycling clubs

The Associated Cycling Clubs seek unity across nineteen clubs through interclub events in billiards pools bowling and whist and propose talent exchanges for social and cultural growth. John Costello remains with Pope Manufacturing. Jamaica Cycle Club hosts a social at Jamaica Hall on Nov 20. Johnsons mile time and pacing details note disputes over track versus road records and timing devices.

The Post Hyde Park Rovers Cambridgeport Medford and Press Boston Wheel Clubs John Costello Pope Manufacturing Company John Jamaica Cycle Club Jamaica Hall Jamaica Orchestra Montponser Club Halifax Mass Johnson Elliott Boston Tom Eck Charles Murphey Mayo Leavy

Pettigrew Penalized as Amateur Officials File Dossiers

Raymond of the Los Angeles bicycle racing board names amateurs found guilty of professional dealing. A. N. Osgood J. Al Parks C. L Brown C. A. Smith and S. W. Sullivan of Maine cited. W. A. Pettigrew moved from Class A to Class B for rule violations. The board approves several speed records by John S. Johnson and J. W. Campbell and issues sanction for Springfield Bicycle Club trials from Oct 30 to Nov 15.

New York Raymond L. A. W. Racing Board A. N. Osgood Houston J. al. Parks Fairfield C. L. Brown C. A. Smith S. W. Sullivan Caribou W. A. Pettigrew West Newton Mass Johns. Johnson Waltham Mass J. W. Campbell Spokane Wash

Boxing Gossip and Bantam Weight Prospects

Boxing gossip notes a new 110 pound hopeful L J Heenan of Woonsocket Rhode Island posting a $1000 forfeit to fight leading 110 pounders. Tim Harrington and Dave Heferan plan a catch weight bout at the Cribb Club. Rumor of Jim McKeon’s death is noted as unverified.

L. J. Heenan Heenan Woonsocket R. I America Charley Kelley Tommy Connelly Connelly Dr. Bishop’s Young Heenan Timmy Harrington Dave Hefferan Cribb Club Charles Harrington Joe Elms Hugh Duffy McCoy Dan Mahon Chelsea Tim Hurst Seaside Athletic Club Lavigne Johnny Griffin Hurst New England Boston Chicago Leahy Casey Weldon Gaffney McArthur Hardigan Malden Harry Cornish Sam Fitzpatrick Kid’ Lavigne Johnnie Griffin Braintree Tf Griffin George Dixon Griffin Griffo McAuliffe The Post Archie Haggie Cambridge Bob Allen Jim McKeon John Sh. Sullivan

Williams selects Wright sophomore captain at Williams

C A Wright of Moravia New York was named captain of Williams College sophomore football team at a meeting in Williamsport Mass on October 25.

Williamstown Mass C. A. Wright Moravia N. Y Williams College Tonight

Johnson Defeats White in South Boston Pool Meet

Johnson beat White 100 to 79 in the second game of the South Boston pool tournament last night. Tonight Bruce and Manuel will cross cues in a scheduled match.

Johnson White South Boston Bruce Manuel

Harvard to Meet Cornell in New York Grid Match

Harvard sails from Cambridge at 3 for a Manhattan Field clash with Cornell on Saturday. The team fields its strongest lineup with Waters Emmons and Mackie returning, while Whittemore earns a surprise full back spot. A hungry Yale-like pressure surrounds the game as Harvard eyes an 18 to 6 score forecast, with practice in rain prior to departure.

Harvard Cambridge New York Cornell Manhattan Waters Emmons Mackie Yale Springfield C. Brewer Wrightington Hamlen Buck”’ Whittemore Whittemore Manahan Hallowell Princeton Walsh McLaughlin Tigers

Interscholastic football season opens with two games

Scholastic football starts with Hopkinson versus Boston Latin at South End grounds and Cambridge H and L against Cambridge M T at Soldiers Field. Practice shows strong team work, with Manual Training School favored to win the pennant despite last year’s protest.

South End Hopkinson Boston Latin Soldiers Field Cambridge Cambridge H Cambridge M. T Manual Training School Boston Latin School C. H M. T Cambridge M. T. S English High Hopkinson and Newton Soldiers _ field

Narragansett Park Racing Amid Rain and Wind

Narragansett Park faced a waterlogged track with rain and strong wind. Before racing, four J B Collins horses sold at auction. D D Davis bought Sirocco and Addie, F Regan bought Rama and Busirius. Six races produced several clear winners.

Providence Narragansett Park J. B. Collins D. D. Davis Jim’ Davis Sirocco Emperor Bris Brize Addie Babee F. Regan Rama Brunette Busirius Bell Phebe Sir John Hamilton Castanet McClain Philisten Lamley Miss Ordway Belden Boothroyd Sffie Dean Cherry Blossom Pikes Pride Speculation Snedeker Billy S Garner W. B Laurel Red John Canvass Taylor Panway H. Jones Julia O Handis Lady Richmond Ballard Shadow Dance Rieff Drieband Harry Keister John P Excellenza Our Maggie Jove Blake Bess McDuff Cheiet Clarus Fidelio Blue Garter Harry Hinkson San Joaquin Reginald

Alix Wins First Two Heats in Directum-Alix Race

In the Directum Alix race last Saturday Alix won the first two heats while Directum was drawn. The mare trotted only two race heats with a third as an exhibition mile against time announced from the judges box.

Alix

Newtonians Meet on Charles River Dam and Rail Crossings

About 200 Newton citizens gathered at Eliot Hall to discuss four issues including a proposed Charles River dam at Craigie Bridge and grade crossings along the Boston and Albany line. Resolutions favored the general park commission plan while grade crossing matters were set for further action.

Newton Eliot Hall Garden City Improvement Association Charles River Craigie Bridge Boston & Albany Railroad Washington Street Albany Road Dewson EK. B. Haskell Metropolitan Park Commission Charles Beacon Street Noyes W. W. Lawson Boston

Public hearings reveal harsh conditions at House of Correction

The article details continued public institutions hearings with ex Alderman Maguire describing the House of Correction as cruel and unsuitable. He and Alderman Lomasney toured South Boston, noting poisoning air and solitary confinement impacts. Dr Bancroft testified about cases of insanity and incidents involving prisoners and officers, with adjournment at 10 pm and resumption planned for 4 pm.

John J. Maguire House of Correction Maguire Boston Alderman Lomasney King Jeremiah Donovan Hell South Dr. Bancroft Winfred Baxter Bancroft Bancroft Don Quinlan Jelly Riley Witham Young Martin Plaherty

First Republican Rally Draws Crowd in New Bedford

In New Bedford on October 25 the local Republicans held their first campaign rally at the Opera House. Speakers included Congressman William F. Draper, Senator Lodge, and John Simpkins with a large audience despite rain. Prominent on stage were William W. Crapo, Attorney General Knowlton, Senate President William M. Butler, ex Mayor Rotch, Samuel Ross, Charles P. Rugg, and George M. Eddy. Butler presided. General Draper urged there ought to be action.

New Bedford Opera House Lsten William F. Draper Hopedale Lodge John Simpkins Cape William W. Crapo Knowlton Senate William M. Butler Rotch Samuel Ross Charles P. Rugg George M. Eddy Butler Draper

Democrats Enthuse at Massachusetts Music Hall Rally

Tonight Massachusetts Democrats gather at Music Hall for a major campaign event led by Mayor Matthews. Speakers John E. Russell Thomas J. Gargan and Josiah Quincy address issues of the day amid a rousing reception and a Baldwin Band concert schedule from 7 to 8.

Massachusetts Democracy Music Hall Matthews John E. Russell Thomas J. Gargan Boston Josiah Quincy Russell Messrs Gargan Quincy Baldwin Waldenfal Tvoian Ian Godfrey Cornet Naukeng Thomas Mullally Orceees

Wilson Campaign Turbulent West Virginia Swing

Mr Wilson toured the Ohio River Valley with stops in Wheeling Parkersburg Clarksburg Friendly St Marys Williamstown and New Martinsville. He spoke on tariff policy to large crowds joined by McAdoo as they addressed about 2500 at Parkersburg and 5000 at Clarksburg.

Friendly St. Mary’s Williamstown McAdoo Parkersburg Clarksburg West Virginia Central Wilson Berkeley Springs McGraw

Lynn May Have Polo Yet At Lynn Riding Rink

The Lynn license committee plans to grant J Frank Leonard a license to run roller polo at the riding rink. Public interest is high and many expect a license will be issued if Leonard can provide adequate police to protect nearby residents from hoodlums during games.

Lynn J. Frank Leonard Leonard

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