Proving It Thrilling Exploits of a Modern Dick Turpin
The Motor Pirate robs a Brighton stage and murders an autoist in a fast boat shaped car. Inspector Forrest and the hero pursue leads across Europe from Amsterdam to Vienna and Petersburg, tracing a Josef Hoffman dealer linked to Mannering while a fair-haired suspect hides among Russian agents. The chase heads toward Mannering’s home as sightings place the pirate near St. Albans.
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Dick Turpin
Brighton
Mannering
Miss Maitland
Forrest
Vienna
I. Petersburg
Paris
Straviloff
London
Petersburg
Brighton Mail
Amsterdam
Josef Hoffman
Jacob Meyer
Meyer
de Jordaan
Hoffman
St. Albans
Peterborough
Sheepskin Order Sparks Manufacturer Anger Across Massachusetts
The suspension of the Treasury Department order before the election provokes strong protests from Salem and Peabody sheepskin tan ning interests. Directors of the Salem Board of Trade warn the measure could close local tanneries and throw 6000 to 8000 workers into unemployment as winter nears. The Boston Commercial Bulletin urges removal of the assistant secretary of the treasury, blaming ignorance and folly for harming trade. The Gazette decries the ruling as uncalled for and pernicious, citing incompetence or sensational alignment with Western interests. The piece notes the Dingley tariff as a lesson, highlighting how Roosevelt and his subordinates in Washington affect Massachusetts industries.
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Treasury Department
Salem Board of Trade
Salem
Peabody
Boston Commercial Bulletin
Massachusetts
Roosevelt
Washington
The Billboard Law and Appeal to Supreme Court
A billboard operator found guilty for placing signs near Revere Beach Parkway appeals the ruling with plans to take the case to the Supreme Court. The piece argues the 1903 law should restrain encroachment on public rights and protect pleasure grounds from offensive displays.
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Revere Beach Parkway
Metropolitan Park Commissioners
Supreme Court
Observant Citizen notes summer weather and local scenes
The Observant Citizen reports unusually warm late autumn days as resort owners regret closing, harbor boats full with passengers, and Boston travelers visiting exhibitions in St Louis while Chas Aldrich revised plans in York Harbor. It notes a band leader's marriage in Springfield, a medical term etymology bet, auto traffic in Middlesex, and other city happenings.
The Cost of a Satrapy
Washington debate argues that ten regiments remain in the Philippines at a still higher annual cost of about ten million dollars. The article compares military expenses to export values and brands the Paris treaty purchase of the Philippines a disastrous bargain.
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Washington
United States
Philippines
Islands
Spain
Bleeding the Office Holders in Washington
Clerks in Washington departments charged to Iowa receive demands from the Iowa Republican chairman for campaign contributions. The notices state amounts expected from each employee. This practice appears common, with clerks in other states likely receiving similar circulars, raising questions about evading the law against soliciting government employees.
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Washington
Iowa
Republican Committee
Civil Service Assessment Mail Trick Angers Clerks
The piece notes clerks now receive assessment notices at home rather than at office desks, arguing the 3 percent levy is small but oppressive. It argues reform rhetoric offers little protection under Roosevelt era civil service upheaval and party influence.
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Civil Service Commission
Iowa
Another Fender Accident on Cambridge Street
A Saturday Cambridge street crash left Frederick P. Cronin seriously injured after a car on the tracks halted, another vehicle coming opposite struck him, and Cronin was dragged under as the fender and wheels ran him over. The piece questions whether the fender was a contributory cause and argues motorman fault in such electric-track incidents.
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Cambridge Street
Frederick P. Cronin
Cronin
Flour Crisis Song Reflects Bread Shortages and Strikes
A satirical verse laments soaring flour prices and a collapsing home economy as workers face higher costs. It mocks the flour trust and predicts hardship, from bread to pies, while noting the meat strike has ended and a lighthearted mood persists despite distress.
Postletterbox The Flag Reflected On Duty At Sunset
COPLEY SQUARD writes from the Hotel Lenox balcony urging that military rules require the flag be lowered at sunset to prevent deterioration from night winds. He notes flags often remain exposed and fade or tear in damp air.
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the Post
Hotel Lenox
Copley Squard
Dear Miss Champagne Advice On Love Triangle And Engagement
A 17 year old engaged girl asks if she should doubt her fiancé after another young woman claims to have spent time with him. Champagne advises believing the fiancé, dismissing the rival as envious, and warns against breaking the engagement without tangible proof. An anxious writer seeks guidance on a similar situation with a rival and a cousin meeting. A witty reply suggests arranging a meeting between the loved one and the cousin to ease tensions.
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Gilbert Stanwood
Mr. Stanwood
Si Brown
Liz
Sam Jones
Sam
Miss Stanwood
Silas Brown
Mr. Brown
Elizabeth Stanwood
Mercy
Miss Champagne
Billy
Waltham Pastor and Treasurer Resign Over Ill Health
The Rev Charles Kendall Drake resigns as rector of the Church of the Ascension in Waltham effective immediately due to ill health. Rev Robert Murray administers services while Drake seeks rest in New Hampshire. Church treasurer George B Drake also resigns after moving to Brookline. parish meeting set for Sept 22 to act on resignations.
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Waltham
Robert Murray
Church of the Ascension
Charles Kendall Drake
Murray
New Hampshire
George B. Drake
Brookline
Baron Kaneko Visits Cambridge Jiu Jitsu Class
Baron Kaneko former Tokio mayor and noted orator visited Cambridge yesterday afternoon to watch Japanese students in Mrs Ole Balls studio jiu jitsu class.
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Baron Kaneko
Tokio
Japan
Ole Bull
Cambridge
Dwyer Declines Presidency Seeks Suffolk County Secretary Post
Richard J. Dwyer, president of Division 32, AOH, despite broad endorsements from South Boston divisions, will not run for Suffolk county president. He consents to have his name used for county secretary at next month's convention, a move that practically assures election.
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Richard J. Dwyer
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