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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1897

Page

2

Williams Campaign Rallies Draw 3000 in Boston

George Fred Williams and fellow Democrats drew crowds at Warren Hall Brighton Ward 7 Spellman and Gray's halls in South Boston for four speeches in a statewide campaign. He urged municipal ownership of railroads and condemned the elevated's 6 cent fare plan as the crowd cheered speakers like Callahan O Keefe Atkinson and Quirk while Quinn faced boos and removal from Pierpont School House.

George Fred Williams Boston Lowell Somerville Brighton Ward 7 South Spellman and Gray’s Christopher T. Callahan John A. O'Keefe Harry Lloyd Clarence E. Atkinson New Jersey Mr. Wiliams Warren Hall Spellman and Gray’s Halls Senator Quinn Representative Kelcher Michael T. Callahan Mike Bryan, Williams John H. Sullivan Charles I. Quirk Allen John H. Lee Williams Quinn Kelcher Atkinson John A. O’ Keefe Lloyd Frank K. Foster W. T. Fitzgerald Gray

Speech by Mr Williams in Gray's Hall rallies Boston Democrats

Mr Williams closes the evening with a strong campaign speech in Gray's Hall praising a vibrant Boston Democratic turnout. He argues workers face hardship, links it to a broader national canvass, and questions the previous year’s campaign decisions while urging citizens to seek relief and uphold liberty.

Boston Republic Breard

Warners Safe Cure Endorsed As Kidney Help In Cold Season

A New York Medical College professor warns that blocked pores from cold weather strain kidneys and liver. He promotes Warner's Safe Cure as a proven remedy to support kidney and liver function amid common winter illnesses.

New York Medical College Warner

Democracy in Boston Free Transfers and Street Railways

A Boston speaker denounces Republican measures and calls for municipal control of street railways. He attacks elevated railway formation, fares, and private gains, urging Boston to own and operate all city tracks for public benefit and lower prices.

Boston Prempd

Stomach and Bowels Affected by Haves Effect

Haves took effect on the stomach and bowels while their cathartic qualities were at work. They are to operate, Druggists.

Haves

Courts and the Economy Clash Over Tax Law and Equity

The speaker condemns the Supreme Court for striking down an income tax aimed at relieving the poor and shifting burdens to wealth. He warns that equity courts have begun making criminal law from the bench, punishing dissenters without trial, and cites wages protests in Pennsylvania as evidence of courts overreaching to curb the poor.

Supreme Court of the United States Supreme Court Equity Courts of Equity Pennsylvania

Noted Speech on Courts and Jury Trials by Mr Williams

In a heated address, the speaker blasts judicial usurpation by equity courts, warning that single justices could control political gatherings and elections. He decries the shift toward waiving jury trials and vows ongoing protest against perceived legal overreach. Mr Williams then pivots to a lengthy discussion of the broader financial issue.

Equity Courts of Equity Court of Equity Mr. Williams

National Democrats Rally in Cambridge Prominent Speakers

Cambridge National Democrats gather at Brattle Hallvard Square to hear leaders including John H. Corcoran of Cambridge and The Hon. William Piverett of Quine preside. Thomas Entwortiggia and Methees Dobbins among others slated to speak at the event.

National Democrats of Cambridge Harvard Square John H. Corcoran Canbridge William Piverett Quine Prince Palepaker Olone Thomas Entwortiggia Metehes Dobbins

Campaign rally and sales ad from the Young Men’s Democratic Club

The Young Men’s Democratic Club of 12 Bosworth Street hosts a campaign rally with speakers Hen W. Lamb William A. Murphy and John C. Lane presiding. On Monday evening the State committee plans a Fall River rally featuring Dr. Everett Horace B. Tobey N. W. McClinch and William A. Murphy.

Young Men’s Democratic Club Bosworth Street Hen W. Lamb William A. Murphy John C. Lane Norwood State Committee Fall River Dr. Everett Horace B. Tobey N. W. McClinch

Williams Campaign Notes Shape Boston Rally Schedule

George Fred Williams plans speeches tonight in East Boston Charlestown and the North and West Ends with final Boston rallies tomorrow at Ward 18 Ward 17 Meeting House Hill and Ward 22. The slate includes Callahan Fitzgerald Sullivan Donovan Rourke Conry Kelley O Connor and others with multiple ward venues and presiding officials noted.

George Fred Williams Boston Charlestown Old Hot Street Dudley Street Ouse Hill Lynn Salem Lyceum Wall Maverick Square Mr. Williams Christopher T. Callahan John F. Fitzgerald John H. Sullivan William J. Donovan Daniel D. Rourke Joseph A. Conry Common Council John L. Kelley James O’connor House Rourke Williams Callahan Senate James E. Hayes James A. Gallivan Charles S. Uirk Isaac Harris John A. Ryan James I F. Creed William J. Miller Daniel J. Kane John A. Rowan Ae House Hendricks Club Lowell Causway Streets Williams and Callahan Martin M. Lomasney William S. McNary Charles I Daniel J. Kiley Francis J. Horgan Monument Hall John Quinn Phillip J. Doherty Peter F. Tague T. Frank Noonan Timothy F. Duggan Friendship Hall New Heath Street Williams and BE. Atkinson Harry Lloyd Florre Humbert, Jr Walter L. Baker Franz Hugo Krebs Franklin Washington Street Meeting House Hill John Crohan William F. Connery Stephen M. Walsh Zeremany Society of John A. O'Keefe Franz Hugo _ Krebs Arturo de Fill Aaron Pinkofsky Harry H. Whall Temple Hall Masonic Building Newtonville Illiam H. Baker Newton Charles E Charles I. Quirk Democratic League of Ward 8 Senator Lomasney Pierre Humbert, Jr William H. Baker Henry A. Koch Lewis B. Beirbaum

Patsy Reardon Knocks Out Jerry Callahan in Maine Match

Lewiston reports Patsey Reardon stopped Jerry Callahan known as the Newsboy in the third round tonight. The bout ended with Reardon delivering decisive blows in the late middle session.

Lewiston Patsey Reardon Jerry Callahan

Two Knockouts Open Active A. C. Maspeth Tournament

Two knockouts opened the Active A. C. Maspeth tournament in Queens. Jack OBrien halted Joe Cain in 2:40 of the ninth round. Tommy est defeated Jim Watts in the fourth. Kenny Butler won a third round decision over Nick Collins on a foul.

Maspeth L. I New York A. C Jack O’brien Joe Cain Tommy Est Jim Watts Land of Dreams Kenny Butler Nick Collins

American Wringer Co Promotes Wringers and Sweepers

The American Wringer Company lists its addresses at 77 and 79 Franklin Street and 8 Arch Street. It manufactures clothes wringers mangies and carpet sweepers and offers repairs and prompt mail or telephone service for orders.

American Wringer Company Franklin Street Arch Street

Boston Council Members Split Over Single Chamber Act

Ward council members across Boston express strong opposition or support for a single chamber bill. Critics warn it consolidates power and invites corruption, while supporters claim it streamlines government and broadens representation. The debate highlights views from Ward 2 12 10 8 21 9 3 14 20 and more.

Farrington Wood Conalderg Senate Cetin Ak Ms Ue Cone Miller Newmarch Sou Ncteouncilman Sonnabend Kinney O’callaghan Toland Nichols Novan Hickey Falvey Orchard Mulcahy Lee Kiley Russell Leonard Adams Rolland Brock Dallow Ward Boston Common Council Poncilman Howard Councilma Horgan Whal Ward Thomas N. Hart J. F. Dempsey Harvey Ward 1 Brooks Tuncilman Donohue New York Brooklyn Chicago Wheeler Lonergan Ale Hagley Pons Nagle Ward 12

Ninety-First Grand Commandery Conclave Opens in Massachusetts

The ninety-first annual conclave of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar and appendant orders for Massachusetts and Rhode Island opened with large attendance and six knights. Grand Commander Sir William R.K. Walker of Pawtucket presided. officers included Walter Coting, George S. Shepley, Herbert F. Morse, Rev. Thomas E. St. John, Winthrop Messenger, George H. E. Hilton, James H. Upham, among others. Devotions were led by the granada prelate and a banquet followed in the afternoon.

Knights Templar Massachusetts Rhode Island William RK. Walker Pawtucket William B. Walker R. I Walter Coting Pittsfield George S. Shepley Providence Herbert F. Morse Roxbury Thomas E. St. John Haverhill Winthrop Messenger Melrose George HE. Hilton Lynn James H. Upham Dorchester Granada

Lynn Plans Five Year Cheap Lighting Contract

Lynn will pay about 11 000 less per year for street lighting under a five year deal with Lynn Gas and Electric, lowering arc light rates from 40 to 32 cents per night and reducing incandescent costs by about 2 dollars annually. The contract allows the city to exit if a municipal plant is created, and includes annual price reductions, meeting Mayor Ramsdell’s pledge for cheaper city lighting.

Lynn Ramsdell Lynn Gas and Electric Company Ramsdellrior

Self-Defense Firearm Arrest in East Broadway Incident

Frank Meylio of 328 Harrison Avenue was arrested by Station 12 officers for assault and battery with a loaded revolver toward Frank Russo on East Broadway near G Street. Two shots were fired but did not take effect. Russo of 246 Dorchester Street and Louis Genovese of 562 Barton Street were detained after Meylio claimed self defense.

Frank Meylio Harrison Avenue Station 12 Frank Russo East Broadway G Street Meylio Russo Dorchester Street Louis Genovese Barton Street Meglio

PleasantSmoke Talk At Beach Street Rooms

Professor Timmy Kearns spoke on smoking to a good attendance last night at his Beach street rooms. Exhibitors included Young Pickett with partner, Stone and Bradley, Kearns and Cunningham, Lynch and Con ion, among others.

Timmy Kearns Beach Street Young Pickett Partner Stone and Bradley Kearns Cunningham Lynch Conion

Chelsea Board Sustains Veto On Skating Parks Plan

The Chelsea Board of Aldermen upheld Mayor Pratt's veto of the order for two skating parks due to unspecified costs. A revised order was passed setting two skating parks with a cost not to exceed 150 dollars.

Chelsea Board of Aldermen Pratt

Nansen Banquet Held for Dr Fridtjof Nansen in New York

Norwegian residents hosted a banquet at The Vienna in New York to honor Dr Fridtjof Nansen. Notables included Dr Carl Limholz Consul Henrik Petersen W F Castberg Pardee Heard and P Groth Ph D Magnus Ihlseng Ph D Eva Nansen and Fram associates attended as speeches praised Nansens modest personality and voice. A token gift of an original inkstand was presented.

New York Brooklyn Fridtjof Nansen Vienna Carl Limholz Henrik G. Petersen Boston W. F. Castberg P. Groth Magnus Ihlseng Norway Eva Nansen Fram Nansen United States Mansen

Dorchester Meeting to Indorse Democratic Nominees in Winthrop Hall

A grand ratification gathering is scheduled for this evening at Upham's Corner Winthrop Hall to back Democratic nominees. Presiding will be Fred B. Gore with speakers including John F. Fitzgerald James H. Mellen James A. Gallivan John A. Kelcher Joseph A. Conry Bordman Hall Edward C. Baldwin J H. Griffin Thomas F. Donovan and John Drohan.

Winthrop Hall Upham Fred 8. Gore John F. Fitzgerald New England James H. Mellen James A. Gallivan John A. Kelcher Joseph A. Conry Bordman Hall Edward C. Baldwin J. H. Griffin Thomas F. Donovan John Drohan

Children’s Hour at the Old South Meeting House

A Saturday afternoon gathering titled The Children’s Hour will be held at the Old South Meeting House. Rev. Edward G. Porter will speak on Boston on the Sea with pictures and maps while a chorus from the pilot and Hancock Schools and others provide music.

Old South Meeting House Edward G. Porter Boston Pilot Hancock

Proprieter Shute to Keep Hotel Delta on Probation

Hotel Delta at 11 Pitts Street will remain open after police commissioners decided to place Proprietor Shute on probation. Captain Wescott reported many complaints from Joy Street Station, and the license may become permanent if complaints stay few during the probationary period.

Delta Pitts Street Wescott Joy Street Shute

New York endorses Van Wyck as reform ally in mayoral drive

Chicago and New York figures rally for Judge Van Wyck urging Democrats to uphold home rule and party loyalty. Mayor Harrison lauds Van Wyck and attacks reform government while condemning monopolies and the Dingley era. Perry Belmont follows with a brief address.

Judge van Wyck Harrison New York Chicago W. J. Strong Strong John S. White Typographical Union No. 16 Democratic Party American Republic Dingley Reed van Wyck Tammany Hall Perry Belmont

Eleven Initiated at Theta Delta Chi Beacon Hill Reunion

Theta Delta Chi celebrated its 25th anniversary with the largest alumni gathering on Beacon Hill. Eleven new members were initiated at Ashburton place as Dr. F Spencer Baldwin presided over the Parker House banquet and several dignitaries delivered toasts.

Lambda Chrge Theta Delta Chi Beacon Hill Ashburton Place John W. Amos William EF. Ennis Newtonl. Briggs Ralph C .Brooks Everett W. Crawford Sumner P. Mills Alexander Juamboa W. E. Vandermark Dickinson College Pennsylvania J. D. Pickles B. A A. A. House Attleboro Fellowship J. B. Lacount the Outlook Arthur Deckman Rushing A. A. Hartwell B. B Balcom Dr. Fall Dr. Upham Baker Memorial John Wenzel George Dean

Shaw Defeats Ben Laurie in Murcd & Irwins Billiards

Professor Lew Shaw, Chicago billiard expert, defeated local rival Benjamin Laurie at Murcd & Irwin's last night by a score of 200 to 168. Shaw’s wife was ill, preventing a planned display. Shaw promised a 160 point continuous pool match against Ed Wise tonight at the same venue.

Lew Shaw Chicago Murcd & Irwin Benjamin Urie Shaw Mr. Shaw Laurie Professor Shaw Finger Eue Ed Wise

Archbishop Ireland Sues Settlers Over Lands in Minnesota

The case of Archbishop Ireland against settlers in Minnesota involving 50 000 acres was heard at the General Land Office in Washington on October 28.

Washington, D. C Archbishop Ireland Minnesota General Land Office

Cornell Sends Off Team for Harvard Game

Ithaca crowds line station platform as Cornell football squad departs for Auburndale Mass. after a rain soaked home practice. Warner gives final instructions to the players before boarding the 6 40 train with about 700 students cheering. The lineup likely mirrors the Princeton game with Perkins or Dempsey at fullback.

Ithaca N. Y Harvard Cornell Princeton East Ithaca Warner Auburndale Mass Dempsey Perkins

Not Up to Date on the New Minister

A Chicago Evening Post quip notes the new minister is not up to date. The discord cites three Sundays without sermons beyond Bible readings, sparking humor over his lack of topical preaching.

Chicagovening Post

Patrolman Gog Docked Ten Days Pay for Brief On-Duty Lapse

The Board of Police docked Patrolman John W. Gog ten days pay for neglecting to place his on duty boxes for a total lapse of twenty minutes. The complaint against John T. So was dismissed.

Board of Police John W. Gog Bration Anes John T. So Roum Rod

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