Suffragists Capture Ward 17 Rally in Vine Street Church
In Vine Street Church last night a crowd of over 600 men witnessed suffragists seize the Ward 17 Tammany Club gathering led by Congressman James M. Curley. The group gained complete surrender from Curley, ex-Representative Timothy Callahan, and other leaders, signaling a dramatic shift at the rally.
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Suffragists Win Crowd Backing at Curley Rally
A Boston meeting ends with three cheers for Miss Margaret Foley of the Massachusetts Woman Suffrage Association after a sharp exchange with Rep Callahan. Foley questions why women cannot vote and argues government is by the people including women. The crowd roars approval as Curley yields the floor.
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Brook's Comet Nears Bright View for New England Skywatchers
Brook's comet becomes visible to the naked eye in New England skies as it climbs the western heavens. Astronomers place it in Druso, with greatest brilliancy expected on Sept. 17 at about 46.4 million miles from Earth, behind a seven year cycle.
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Sugar Soars to 12 Year High on European Beet Crop Fears
Sugar reached its highest price in 12 years as European market strength and beet crop concerns raise optimism for further gains. Boston dealers report a 10 cent per hundredweight rise amid continuing inflation, with retail prices near seven cents per pound. Traders note grocers previously sold at a loss and expect a broader price hike next week.
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Archbishop OConnell Arrives in New York After Antwerp Voyage
Archbishop O'Connell is expected in New York Monday after leaving Antwerp last Saturday aboard the Kroonland of the Red Star line. He is reported in excellent health and strengthened by the journey. No public reception will be held upon his arrival, in deference to his wishes.
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Assailants of Whittier Fined by Court
Judge Michael S. Murray discharged Francesco Cassassa John Garabotti and Giuseppe Bassuretti on the manslaughter charge after ruling no criminal liability. Cassassa was fined 30 for assaulting George K Farwell and Garabotti Bassuretti 50 each for assaulting Lieutenant Whittier. The three paid the fines and left with friends as the court noted Whittier died from a blow received when he fell from a barrel after walking a mile from a North street disturbance to a landing by State street.
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Geraghtys at Newport Home After Elopement
Sept 8 report from Newport describes the Geraghty couple settled in Everett street cottage. Family tensions surface as Amos Tuck refuses to forgive the marriage outside the original social circle while Mrs. French Van derbilt and other relatives are said to show support. John Geraghty returns to work at the garage with partner H. E. Pender.
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Norwood Man Named Typothete President
J. Stearns Cushing of Norwood Massachusetts was elected president of the United Typothete of America at the Denver convention today.
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Chandler doubts parties in Eddy will settlement case
Concord New Hampshire September 8. The day closed with former Senator William E Chandler saying he was not sure he dealt with Mrs Eddy's representatives in the family settlement for George W Glover and Dr Ebenezer J Foster Eddy. He reviewed over two years of negotiations and events.
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United States
William E. Chandler
Lawyers Question Chandler in Mrs. Eddy Case Proceedings
Attorney Dewitt C Howe led the examination as Chandler described settling with Mrs Eddy's representatives. The negotiations involved Henry M Baker and Frank S Streeter among others. The case adjourned to Monday with cross examination by Streeter expected to take most of the day. Deputy Sheriff Mackin served notice of depositions for September 29. A New York newspaper man assisted Chandler in preparing the case.
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Boston
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Boston Fire Dept Seen As Most Economical In Large Cities
Fire Commissioner Daly reports the Boston department is highly economical, costing $202.92 per fireman in 1910 11, down from $815.82 six years earlier, with total departmental costs tied to repairs and maintenance. Boston spends 6.3 percent of taxes on fire protection, less than Chicago and San Francisco, with New York the least spendthrift among the 10 largest cities. Per capita city fire costs run $2.41, while police cost $3.09.
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Brookline Banker Sued for 30000 in Breach of Contract
Elliot C. Lee of Warren Street Brookline a wealthy banker and Roosevelt relative is named as defendant in a $30000 breach of contract suit filed yesterday in Dedham by Daggett and Jefferson for George Barrie Sons Philadelphia publishers.
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Plaintiffs claim failed book purchase led to loss after binding
In 1910 Lee contracted to buy ten Boccaccio volumes, 114 Balzac and related works, and 40 Realist and North America volumes for 24250 dollars with 1000 down and 1000 monthly payments. After binding, Lee allegedly refused delivery, publishers claim a loss. Separately, Lee faced a 1911 swindle case involving Roy L. Van Wormer, who offered books as library stock for a Pittsburg millionaire. Lee paid 5000 dollars and valued the sets at 400 per set. Lee now cruises on his yacht.
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Cleaning Up Inside with Gentle Cascarets
An ad urges readers to cure stomach and liver ills with Cascarets. It claims bilious symptoms include yellow skin and foul taste, promoting a 10 cent box for family use and appealing to children for easy dosing. It emphasizes gentle cleansing without harsh effects.
Old Portico to Governor's Island Entrance Pavilion
A special commission appointed by Mayor Fitzgerald recommends moving the granite portico from the old courthouse to Governor's Island. It would be placed at the entrance of a new island pavilion serving as the central building for an island park. The panel proposes an appropriation of 10000 to 15000 to fund plans approved by the commission. Members include Edward J T Graham C Howard Walker Arthur C Shurtleff and Sylvester Baxter.
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C. Howard Walker
Arthur C. Shurtleff
Sylvester Baxter
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