No More Applications Will Be Considered Now
War Department releases a broad notice curbing discharge requests from volunteers. It cites high demand for political advocacy and directs that all discharge petitions pass through proper military channels. Policy also bars discharge applications for troops in the Philippines Honolulu Cuba Porto Rico, with authorities acknowledging ongoing war and future peace developments.
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War Department
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Isla
Honolulu
Cuba
Porto Rico
Paris
Harvard
Boston
Pacific
Hawaii
Manila
Japan
Far East
United States
Attempted poisoning of Aguinaldo sparks conspiracy claims
Report describes an alleged plot in Manila to poison Aguinaldo by Spanish prisoners during a special assembly. Eleven monks are named in the conspiracy as part of the alleged plan to free and poison him, with the incident linked to a celebratory visit to Aguinaldo’s house.
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Manila
Aguinaldo
Nciscan
National Assembly
Malolos
Washington
Honolulu
Fortress Monroe
Brazil
Oregon
Iowa
South America
Allen
Celtic
Missing Man Leaper Sought After Disappearance
Police continue three day search for Viper, last seen near Dominick area. William Leaper, an American representative of an English iron works syndicate, was reported missing after leaving Liverpool and traveling with new acquaintances. He appeared at Parker House with credentials, feared foul play, and authorities pursue leads regarding his associates and employer.
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Viper
William Leaper
M. L. Ross
Notting
Liverpool
Leaper
Peast Lowry
Lynn
Mr. Leaper
Milwaukee Aldermen Tour Park System and Printing Plant
Milwaukee city officials led by Mayor Rose visited the park system yesterday and toured the municipal printing plant. The delegation, greeted with a hearty Western cheer, expressed mixed views on the Boston park system after inspecting the facilities.
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Milwaukee
Uincy
Rose
Jori
Boston Park
Boston Odd Fellows Celebrate International Fraternity Banquet
The Illustrious Order of Odd Fellows gathered in Boston for a grand banquet saluting the international expansion of the order. Speeches by Grand Lodge officials and visiting representatives from Massachusetts, Canada, and other states highlighted loyalty, unity, and charitable ideals amid music and toasts.
Timely Word Ends and Parade Roster Details
A 79 year old Boston graybeard credits Deans Kidney Pills with relief from backache frequent urination and better sleep. The notice also lists open house for chevaliers and an extensive parade canton and staff roster for the First through Fifth Regiments with designated officers and departments from Maine New Hampshire New York Connecticut Washington Indiana Vermont Rhode Island and Maine regiments.
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Maine
A. G. Foster
Exeter
New Hampshire
Q. A. Scott
Fairfield
New York
E. C. Shafer
Gloucester
Connecticut
F. W. Tracey
Hereford
Washington
D. C
J. I. Brown
Newbury
Indiana
J. E. Bodine
Vermont
M.A. McClure
North Side
Rhode Island
P. W. Gladding
M. A. McClure
O. H. Henderson
St. Johnsbury
Can
Fifth Massachusetts Begin Camp Improvements at Camp Meade
The Fifth Massachusetts regiment resumes work after a Sunday rest, clearing brush and moving headquarters to a shaded elevated site near a stream. Dust and flies trouble tents but the new location promises better air, view, and a bathing pool soon ready for use. several officers and soldiers are assigned to clerical and guard duties, with mild sickness reported, and notable visitors including Colonel Stearns.
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Clement
Facey
Clare
Butler
Springer
J. A. Harstock
Antrim B. Woodworth
Spear
Red Cross Hospital
Ira G. Peters
Hamilton
Bray
Stearns
Waltham
Whitney
Eighth Man Dies in Massachusettes Company
Lexington Ky Sept 19 Private G H Whalen of Company G Eighth Massachusetts died this morning of typhoid fever His mother and sister are here and shipped his body tonight.
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Lexington
G. H. Whalen
Eighth
Massachusetts
Lee Must Decide On Nominations Case In Ward 14
City election officials refused to rule on disputed nomination papers raised by Alderman Norton in Ward 14. They said legality rests with the Democratic city committee and party caucus papers, leaving Norton to pursue action before ex-Alderman Lee if he protests further. The fight centers on the tenth congressional race and South Boston senate and council contests between Senator Quirk and ex-Representative McNamara.
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Alderman Norton
Ward 14
South Boston
Quirk
McNamara
Norton
Lee
City Committee
Cronin-Cox-Dean
Creed
Democratic City Committee
Republican City Committee
Grimes Cleared in Embezzlement Case by Municipal Court
In the Municipal Court yesterday Charles F. Grimes was tried on embezzlement charges from Franklin Snow before Judge Adams. The evidence fully exonerated him and the court discharged the defendant without argument. Attorney WS Wagner represented Grimes.
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Charles F. Grimes
Franklin Snow
Adams
W. Wagner
Match box giveaway delights shoppers at My Clothier corner
The aluminum filled match box from My Clothier at Hanover and Portland streets is a novel freebie for customers, drawing attention as a small but quirky promotional item.
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Hanover
Portland Streets
Hudson Autumn Splendor Excursion Down the River
The Fitchburg railroad offers a popular New York excursion on October 6 guiding travelers along the Hudson in autumnal splendor with a fare from Boston to Boston noted at five dollars.
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Hudson
New York
Boston
Wilcox Opens New Hat Store on Boylston Street
David Wilcox & Co. expands to 7% Boylston Street adding a branch with white and gold decor. W P Currier supervises the store offering latest men’s headwear and a full line of Parisian women’s hats, styled for Odd Fellows visit.
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David Wilcox & Co
Washington Street
Boylston Street
W. P. Currier
Odd Fellows
Lttle
Patriarchs Militant to Arrive in Town by Special Trains
The Patriarchs Militant prepare to arrive in cantons today by special trains with regiments totaling over 5000 members in full dress. Headquarters and units from Massachusetts are listed with officers and canton designations in the Boston area and surrounding towns.
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Cantons
Massachusetts
Boston Dudierium
Tremont
Welcome to the Hub as Odd Fellows gather in Boston
Visiting Odd Fellows received a formal welcome at Y M A hall in Boston. Speakers from General Appleton to Grand Master Tirrell, Brigadier General Emerson, Grand Patriarch Fuller, and Rebekahs President Mary Nevins praised unity, utility, and cross state ties during a ceremony marking their gathering in the hub of the universe.
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Appleton
Wolcot
Quincy
Tirrell
Grand Lodge
E. W W. Emerson
Patriarchs
Massachusetts
Multant
Fuller
New England
Rebekahs
Mary Nevins
Plymouth
Salem
Halifax
Vancouver
I O O F Opens Session with War Congratulatory Telegram
In an executive session the first business meeting of the I O O F delegates adopted a resolution sending a telegram to President McKinley congratulating him on the war’s end with Spain and expressing support for wounded soldiers and the families of the fallen. Financial reports show substantial lodge participation, memberships, relief, and investments, with a vote to omit lodge sessions Wednesday.
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McKinley
Spain
Sovereign Grand Lodge
Order
Voters Urged to Check October Assessment List
The Legislature enacted a year’s rule: no person shall be assessed after October 1. Every Democrat wishing to vote in state or municipal elections must be assessed by October 1 or lose voting rights for the year. Check the list now and act if your name is missing.
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O. W. Dinsmore
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J. W. Bettison
J. D. Lowe
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Chelsea
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A. C. Page
C. M. Charter
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E. A. White
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Oscar C. Emerson
Conrad Allen
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George G. Trowbridge
L. B. Cochran
J. L. Cayting
Grand Canton Bunker Hill
Charlestown
C. H. Keach
E. F. Curtis
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H. E. Farrington
George W. Farwetfd
A. BH. Bliss
Malden
J. F. Vaughn
H. W. Maxwell
A. B. Atwood
C. O. Thompson
W. O. Richardson
W. F. Sawyer
George Cheery
H. H. Slocomb
R. R. Gilman
Beverly
William Stafford
John A. Sears
Worcester
B. S. Robinson
Pittsfield
M. P. Roach
C. M. Wall
H. L. Hapgood
A. K. Boone
B. M. Pitts
Geon
C. H. Lewis
F. D. Warner
Henry Ge. Graves
Daniel A. Harrington
F. M. Hazelton
F. E. Powers
F. H. Kendrick
C. A. Babbitt
Fitchburg
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Orrin T. Stacy
Francis W. Grant
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Hebron
F. G. Losure
T. E. Faulkner
North Adams
Canton Tabor
Shelburne Falls
W. 8S. Bull
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Colfax
F. L. Rand
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F. Bartlett
C. H. Rust
Springfield
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J. F. Wright
Meadow City
Northampton
A. J. Carley
Westfield
G. G. Wheaton
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Canton Holyoke
Holyoke
George L. Chapin
Davis
Greenfield
R. E. Pray
H.S. Perkins
Haverhill
G. B. Suesman
George A. Childs
C. Fred Wescott
W. G. Locke
Thomas Bradley
M. D. Brown
George E. Allen
D. B. Bean
J. H. Reynolds
W. T. Griffin
J. Harry Tapley
H. P. Simpson
Harley G. Keeler
W. L. Rombourg
G. F. Rogers
Lawrence
Grand Pawtucket No. 9
Lowell
E. S. Eastman
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C. H. Sawyer
J. C. McGillvray
B. G. Davis
Newburyport
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F. E. Pease
Canton Harmony
Carleton Little
Albert W. Lewis
New Bedford
Thomas A. Levar
W. G. Chaison
L. L. Wetherbee
J. A. Taylor
E. F. Lebaron
W. A. Potter
E. M Snow
D. W. Cobb
F.A. Lewis
J. H. Bamford
John H. Uthon
Clarence E. Bolton
G. E. Braman
Theodore A. Manchester
George A. Eggan
Beard
Fall River
E. N. Ripley
Nantucket
J. H. Brady
Grand Canton Nemasket
Zena W. Lewis
Milo A. Farnum
Canton Cohasset
Taunton
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Montpelier
Barre
St. Albans
Burlington
Woodstock
Bellows Falls
Rutland
S. W. Husty
Frederick Greene
Edwin Lord
Charles A. Marston
W. G. Nye
Ermita
Peepe
Old Dir
Samullpitcher
Bears
the Centaur Company
New York City
Camp Meade
Col. Whitney
Wilcox New Hat Store
Valier
W. T. Jones
George D. Burchmore
J. H. Hadley
G. P. Hutchinson
Lymn
George H. Barnes
W. R. Stover
Canton Fells
Stoneham
C. M. Childs
J. Frank ‘Iurner
Borton
W. J. Anderson
E. Componet
E. B. Barnes
Robert E. Wrigin
Pennsylvania
Chas. Stedeford
Pittsburg
Merling Remedy Companys
Chicago
Montreal
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