Williams Campaign Rallies Sweep Boston Area
Boston Democrats stage a marathon campaign swing led by George Fred Williams from West End to East Boston to Charlestown and Roxbury. He draws about 3000 supporters, backs Sullivan for the Governor's council, and plans a torchlight parade for Gartland Mahoney in the Sixteenth Ward with 600 marchers.
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George Fred Williams
West End
Boston
Charlestown
Roxbury
Lee
Democratic City Committee
East Boston
Lyceum Hall
Williams
John H. Sullivan
Governor’s Council
Monument Hall
Martin Lomasney
Hendricks Club
Empire Associates
Mayona Associates
National Guard Band
Sixteenth Ward
John J. Gartland, Jr
David A. Mahoney
Harrison Avenue
Motte Street
Mr Williams Speech Reflects Democratic Unity in Boston
The orator hails the platform adopted by the Democracy a year earlier and praises the party’s principled platform. He notes intense local excitement and strong turnout in Boston praising unity after internal contest and urging loyalty to the Democratic standard.
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Republic
Commonwealth
Boston
Democratic Standard
Speech in Boston Endorses Chicago Platform over Governorship
The speaker argues for a Democratic unity in Boston and backs the Chicago platform over any single candidacy. He urges Democrats to vote for Sullivan in district matters and stresses a broader aim to reform the body politic and lessen longstanding evils. He emphasizes spirit over words in the platform and calls for a resurgent, people-centered state.
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United Democracy
Boston
John H. Sullivan
Chicago
Massachusetts
Dr new s Caterrhal 1 Powder claims cure for disease
The ad touts Dr new s Caterrhal 1 Powder as curing the worst of them with a tested record of a thousand Smee trials. It is described as pleasant to use, harmless, and salt relief, promising protection against a pesty disease that taints about 80 percent of the American scene. The sellers WARD & Bromfield St. and others are listed.
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Dr. New
Wooob- Ward
Call to expose corporate influence over Massachusetts government
A speaker denounces railroad and utility interests shaping law and policy. He questions whether legislators serve the people or wealth, urges scrutiny of pockets of power, and argues for closer ties between judges and public will to curb entrenched corporate influence.
Drohan and Donovan Backed By Dorchester Rally
Democratic rally in Winthrop Hall Dorchester drew a large enthusiastic crowd. Fred Gore and John Drohan received warm support as they campaigned with Donovan for the Legislature. John F. Fitzgerald addressed national issues and praised Drohan’s long social and political partnership. Donovan praised for serving Ward 15 in the Common Council.
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Winthrop Hall
Dorchester
Fred Gore
John Drohan
Boston
Donovan
Farr Indorsement Warns Berwin in Boston Political Row
A group of third district voters at the American House endorse William W. Farr for Senator and denounce William Berwin for alleged misrepresentations. Republican signatories from Ward 8 urge residents to vote for Farr in the November election, listing supporters and addresses in Boston.
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William W. Farr
William Berwin
Alderman Berwin
J. Brown
D. B. O’brien
Boston
Suffolk
J. Tinkham
Chambers Street
Robert F. Fisk
Hancock Street
Henry A. Turner
Hancock Avenue
I. N. Boyd
George W. Harris
Temple Street
George W. Hill
Cambridge Street
Albert A. Wadleigh
G. Fisher
Walter Frost
Henry E. Foster
R. Henry Gardner
Charles Street
Charles 7’. Emery
Frank E. Jeffrey
Charles FE. Edgerton
Stamford Street
Ormand EF. Nims
Blossom Street
Denounces Berwin resigns from Ward 6 committee
Pasquale Avallonee of Boston denounces Alderman Berwin as the dominant force behind a ward committee. He cites rule violations and coercion to back an independent candidate. Avallonee resigns, criticizing Berwin as a carpet-bagger and urging party unity for Republicans regardless of race creed or color.
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Republicns Committee
Ward 6
F. Bradman
William Berwin
Republican City Committee
Berwin
Silverman
Alderman Berwin
Rally for Krebs at old Franklin schoolhouse
A rally supported Franz H. Krebs Jr. for Representative at the old Franklin schoolhouse last night. Presiding was Captain William B. Kimball with speakers Hon Henry Winn Charles Engstrom George Brooks Joseph Walsh Charles Innes Charles Clerke and Ralph Radlow. Krebs Jr. closed.
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Old Franklin
Franz H. Krebs, Jr
William B. Kimball
Henry Winn
Malden
Charles 0. Engstrom
George ‘ Brooks
Joseph T. Walsh
Bakers’ and Confectioners’ Union
Charles H. Innes
Charles S. Clerke
Ralph Radlow
Kemp Sturgeon Talks at Ward 18 Rally in Cabot Street Bath House
Democratic candidate Charles Henry Kemp Sturgeon addressed a crowded Cabot Street bath house rally urging voters to investigate subway spending and urging support from Ward 18 Democrats. He denounced border arrivals and praised John H. Sullivan while promising to rectify past defeats.
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Cabot Street
Bath House
Charles Henry Kemp Sturgeon
William Mooney
A. C. HW
A. O
Ward
Sturgeon
John H. Sullivan
Political notes rally in Boston Ward 3 draws speakers
Patrick F. O Neill Social Democratic candidate for Senator addresses a Ward 3 rally in the ward room tonight with speakers Herbert N Casson Mrs Merri field and David Taylor. The banner Democratic ward of Boston 13 grows agitated over Hugh W Bresnahan independent candidate for the Legislature holding nightly rallies and planning an evening meeting in Clan na Gael Hall at 7 pm.
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Patrick F. O'Neill
Herbert N. Casson
Merrifield
David Taylor
Boston
Hugh W. Bresnahan
Clan-na-Gael
History set in big demand by Jordan Marsh History Club
History sets draw wide interest with low club price immediate delivery small monthly payments and one week return policy. Hundreds already joined and the club urges quick action. send $1 membership or request free sample pages with illustrations and portraits.
Professor Edward Ruggles Dies After Illness
Hanover October 29 Professor Edward Rush Ruggles professor of German at Dartmouth College died this afternoon after a two years illness. Born in Norwich, Iowa October 22, 1836 he attended Kimball Union Academy and earned an A B from Dartmouth in 1869.
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Hanover
N. H
Edward Rush Ruggles
Dartmouth College
Norwich
Kimball Union Academy
Dartmouth
Ward 9 Candidates and Local Democratic Groups
Ward 9 candidates are listed alongside local associations including the Ward 9 Democratic Association and the Ward 9 Improvement Association. The text references groups such as the South Bay aBOSI Ateny the Merry an Monarch Associates and the Lincoln Democratic trab.
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Ward 9 Democratic Association
Ward 9 Improvement Association
South Bay Abosi Ateny
Merryan Monarch Associates
A Associates
Lincoln Democratic Trab
Expressions of regret flow after sudden death of champion of the common people
Messages of sorrow pour in for the late George J. McGlynn and Judge Alton B. from hundreds of mourners while colleagues and friends from across the community honor the life of the champion of the common people.
George Dies After Campaign Toll in New York
Mr. George, longtime Democratic candidate, died in the Union Square Hotel after an exhausting tour. Managers Tom L. Johnson and G. Frank Stevens were notified, as family members rushed to Union Square. political leaders assess impact on the closing campaign.
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George
Union Square
Mr. George
Tom L. Johnson
Ohio
G. Frank Stevens
Philadelphia
James B. Kelley
Henry George, Jr
Richard
Anna George
Fort Hamilton
Thomas George
Caddie George
Thomas Jefferson
Henry George Jr Nominated To Fill Jefferson Democracy Vacancy
Campaign committee chooses Henry George Jr to replace his late father Henry George. The manifesto urges voters to uphold Henry George principles and continue the attack, urging Democrats to unite despite the leader's death.
Henry George Career Timeline Highlights and Works
Chronology of Henry George from birth in Philadelphia in 1839 to his 1897 mayoral bid in New York. Milestones include printing career in Sacramento, founding the San Francisco Evening Post, writing Progress and Poverty, and advocacy for single tax. Mentions overseas lectures and recognition in Australia.
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Philadelphia
Episcopal Academy
Crockery Store
Cape Horn
California
Frazer River
B. C
Sacramento
Annie C. Fox
San Francisco Evening Journal
Maximilian
Mexico
New York
the Tribune
Sacramento Recorder
San Francisco Evening Post
Pacific Coast
San Francisco Morning Ledger
San Francisco
England
Great Britain
Australia
Bryan
Greater New York
Henry George dies and NY Democratic force plans funeral services
The article describes Henry George's death and announces funeral arrangements at Grand Central Palace with an extended Democratic committee urging voters to follow his Jeffersonian path. It quotes lawmakers assessing political impact, predicting shifts among Jefferson Democrats, Republicans, and labor voters for mayoral outcomes.
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Democratic Organization of
New York
George
Henry George
Jefferson
Willis J. Abbot
Charles Frederick Adams
E. Lawson Urdy
Charles O’connor Hennessy
John H. Grdner
Charles W. Dayton
Jerome O'Neil
Grand Central Palace
Lexington Avenue
Forty-third Street
Wiirhe
Voters increasingly backing Tracy as Tammany support wanes
The text argues working people credit Republican measures for restoring prosperity in Ashington and Albany. It claims Tammany is estranged, and that voters will back Tracy with growing vigor, asserting he has the best chance among candidates.
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Ashington
Albany
Tammany
Tracy
Henry George praised by ex Governor Altgeld in 1897
Illinois ex Governor Altgeld writes from Indiana Mineral Springs praising Henry George as a great and brave man who influenced economic thought deeply. He says George’s death will not affect the Democratic party and that his fame will grow brighter with time.
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Aitgeld
Illinois
Indiana Mineral Springs
Ind
Attica
Henry George
Seirch
Democratic Party
John P. Altgeld
Death of Henry George Shakes New York Politics
Justice Van Wyck avoided comment about Henry George's death while leaders from both parties paid tribute. Tributes from politicians and friends praised George's intellect and reformist aims, with some noting a shift in votes as workers align with other candidates. Dr. McGlynn expressed grief and reflected on George's lasting work.
Henry George Death Shifts Gotham Mayoral Campaign
Henry George dies suddenly in New York while campaign fever mounts in Philadelphia. Thomas H George, his brother and city gas controller, leaves for New York after learning of the death. The loss disrupts the George campaign and may alter betting on the mayoral race between Low and Tracy with few willing to transfer votes.
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Philadelphia
Henry George
George
Thomas II. George
Bureau of Gas
New York
Bryan's tribute on Henry George's death
The Hon. William Bryan issued a statement noting he has not received word of Henry George's death. He praised George as a great, pure, brave man whose unaided genius made his name known worldwide and who will be missed in literature, society, and politics.
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Boston
Massachusetts Pipe Line Company
Massachusetts Pipeline
W. J. Bryan
Mr. George
Quincy
Henry George
William Lloyd Garrison
George FE. McNeill
George
Croker
Platt
Citizens’ Union
Seth Low
John Bates
House of Representatives
William A. Bancroft
T. Jefferson Coolidge
New York
America
Charles F. Adams, Jr
New York City
Bryan
Low
Tammany
van Wyck
Samuel B. Capen
Municipal League
New Yor Moorfield
Storey
Hanna on George death shocks nation and politics
Cincinnati dispatch reports Senator Hanna learning of Henry George's death while heading to Cleveland. Hanna calls George an honest man of conviction but says his usefulness was limited by one idea. He notes George gained votes from Tammany but argues broader views would have made him a greater benefactor.
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Union Square
Mr. George
Platt
Jefferson Democrats
Tom Johnson
Johnson
Theitizens’ Union
Tracy
J. George
Low
George
General Tracy
Tammany
Henry George
James P. Daly
Bronx
John Fennell
National Democrats
Lower East Side
Cooper Union
Owen McGinnis
Twelfth
Cincinnati
Hanna
Cleveland
Altgeld's Tribute telegram received in New York
The message sent to New York on October 2 reports a tribute for Altgeld. It notes reception by officials and outlines the tone and significance of the tribute without sensational detail.
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New York
Boston mourns Henry George reform leader dies
Boston figures across the reform spectrum express shock and grief at Henry George’s death. Mayors and lawmakers hail his influence on the reform movement, praising his Progress and Poverty and urging continued unity under new leadership.
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