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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1903

Page

8

Emmet Honored by Irish Americans in 100th Anniversary Observances

Robert Emmet the Irish patriot was honored by Irish American societies in a series of meetings and speeches marking the 100th anniversary of his execution. Speakers quoted his dock speech and praised his courage as 400 attendees heard music, addresses, poems, and tributes from Catholic and other organizations in Somerville and Middlesex County.

Robert Emmet Ireland Emmet England

Emmet Centenary Draws Large Charlestown Crowd

J A Dennison delivered an oration on the life of Robert Emmet at Monument Hall Charlestown marking the 100th anniversary of Emmet's execution. A parade from City Square preceded the event with John Boyle O'Reillys and Sarsfield Guards leading. About 1200 people attended as speeches praised Irish independence and Emmet’s character.

Monument Hall Charlestown Robert Emmet Division 20 Boyle O’reilly John Boyle O’reillys Michael O’donovan William Doherty Sarsfield Guards John Y. F. Blake James Reardon Revere Lawrence H. Sullivan Peter O'Neil Lawrence J. T. Gallagher J. P. Nevins Major Anderson Haverhill Mr. Dennison Timothy Hayes Boyle O’reillys England Ireland James Minahan Peter O’neil Joseph L. Cox

Emmet Anniversary Observed by Clan-na-Gael at South Boston Hall

In Clan-na-Gael Hall South Boston about 1000 attendees honored Robert Emmet's memory with afternoon speeches by T H Dowd T J Collins and John Sullivan and James Griffin reciting Emmet's dock speech. Evening program led by John J Teevans featured remarks by McNary Sullivan Doherty Melsaac Logan Linehan Donoghue and musical numbers by Flynn Kenney Hennesey and others.

Clan-na-Gael D Street Boston Celtic Club Robert Emmet Greater T. J. Murphy Matthew Cummings T. H. Dowd T. J. Collins John Sullivan James Griffin Emmet Thomas Donegan Richard Dwyer Joseph J. Casey John J. Teevans William 8. McNary M. J. Sulivan Thomas F. Doherty D. V. Melsaac E. L. Logan F. J. Linehan T. J. Donoghue John Flynn Patrick J. Kenney Patrick Hennesey J. J. Casey Plano

Emmet’s Ireland meeting in Chicago calls for national independence

At the Auditorium the United Irish Societies of Chicago held a large gathering on the 100th anniversary of Robert Emmet’s execution. Resolutions asserted that Irish independence is the sole path to satisfy Irish aspirations, with speakers including General Nelson A. Miles Rabbi Hirsch Judge Marcus Kavanagh and John F Finerty.

Chicago United Irish Societies of Robert Emmet Ireland Emmet Nelson A. Miles Rabbi Hirsch Marcus Kavanagh John F. Finerty

Irish Emmet Tribute Held by Middlesex Divisions

Divisions 36 and 40 of the A O H Middlesex county held a joint tribute in Unity Hall Union Square Somerville to honor Robert Emmet and Ireland’s sacrifices under English rule. Music and speeches followed welcomes by President Michael Donovan of 36 and remarks from Bernard Mc Grath of Division 17.

Middlesex County Ireland England Unity Hall Union Square Somerville Robert Emmet Michael Donovan Bernard McGrath

Commemorative Robert Emmet Demonstration in South Boston

Large audience attended the National Hall event in South Boston led by Division 68 A O H President Stephen J. Moore presiding. Ex-Representative William J. Sullivan spoke on The Life and Times of Robert Emmet, interspersed with songs from O Reilly and Mitchell, drawing hearty cheers at conclusion.

Robert Emmet National Hall South Boston Division 68 Stephen J. Moore William J. Sullivan John Boyle O'Reilly John Mitchell Emmet

Emmet commemoration meeting at 164 Canal street

The Hon John R Murphy spoke at a Robert Emmet execution commemoration held by the John Boyle O Reilly Literary Association with John M Cotter as chair. Other speakers included Mr O Hare, Matthew Cummins, and Mr Lehan amid an Irish music program.

John R. Murphy Robert Emmet John Boyle O’reilly Mr. Lehan Emmet Cambridge

Roughan Hall entertains 300 at A. O. H. program

In Roughan Hall Charlestown A. O. H. Division 1 hosted about 300 persons for an afternoon program directed by Martin E. Joyce. Local musical features led by Joseph Sweeney opened the event with brief remarks by Joyce and Andrew Trahey, and councilman Conway spoke on Emmet. Refreshments followed.

Roughan Hall Charlestown Martin E. Joyce Joseph Sweeney Joyce Andrew Trahey Conway Emmet

Gaelic School Observes Emmet Anniversary in Gaelic Program

The Gaelic School held a session at the old Franklin School on Washington near Dover with about 200 attendees. After a business meeting, a program commemorated Robert Emmet's execution with P. J. O'Daly as presiding officer, including a Gaelic reading of Emmet's dock speech, songs in Gaelic and English, and several new members admitted.

Franklin School Washington Street Dover Robert Emmet P. J. O'Daly Emmet

Emmet Anniversary Observed by Brighton A O H Division

Division 21 A O H of Brighton held a large gathering at Roddy's Hall to commemorate Emmet's execution and demonstrate the five degrees of the new ritual with staff from Newton Division 35. Speeches featured Presidents Kelly and Cahill, Downey, Phelyn, and others.

Brighton Roddy’s Hall Emmet Division Newton Daniel O’connell Patrick J. Campbell Timothy O'Connor Patrick Quinn Martin Kenney Thomas J. Kelly John Cahill Mortimer Downey Cambridge William T. Phelyn Bowen Middlesex

Emmet anniversary observed by Hibernian TA Association

The Hibernian Total Abstinence Association held a Rathbone Hall commemoration of Father Mathew's birthday with President Maurice Dinneen chairing. Patriotic speeches were given by Dinneen Murphy Carey and others. A preliminary meeting appointed a committee including Dinneen McCarthy Carey Byrne Barrett McCormick Daley Forrester and V A Carey to arrange observances and represent the society at the Suffolk County T A ball.

Emmet Hibernian Total Abstinence Association Rathbone Hall Washington Street Maurice Dinneen Dinneen Lawrence E. Murphy Stephen V. A. Carey Father Mathew D. A. McCarthy J. Byrne B. L. Barrett Annie McCormick Messrs. M. Dinneen Edward Daley C. J. Forrester 8. V. A. Carey The Society Suffolk County

Celebration in Roxbury marks Emmet's execution anniversary

Roxbury held a union demonstration to commemorate Emmet's execution organized by the Daniel Cash man Gaelic School the Sheares Brothers Club and the John Mitchell Club. The event occurred in John Mitchell Hall Tremont street and drew a crowded turnout last evening.

Roxbury Emmet Daniel Cashman Gaelic School Sheares Brothers Club John Mitchell Club John Mitchell Tremont Street

Hundredth Anniversary Observed for Emmet in Pawtucket

The Clan na Gaels held public exercises in Music Hall Pawtucket Rhode Island marking the 100th anniversary of Robert Emmet's execution. Speakers included James M. Sullivan former Mayor John J. Fitzgerald and Governor Garvin. A street parade featured the State Regiment Trish Volunteers escorting the guests.

Pawtucket R. IL Clan-na-Gaels Robert Emmet Music Hall James M. Sullivan New Haven L. F. ©. Garvin John J. Fitzgerald State Regiment Trish

Rally for McGrady to Nomination in City Hall Hall

A rally in Spelman Hall tonight supports Councilman Edward F. McGrady as a candidate for nomination to the House. Speakers include John J. Conway Ward 23 William J. Barrett Ward 18 Michael Spillane Ward 19 Joseph F. Carter Ward 2 John J. Collins Painters Union Joseph B F Whall Printing Pressmen Union Henry A Horgan Web Pressman's Union and Frank Campbell Patrick H Brosnithan will preside.

Spelman Hall Edward F. Mc Grady John J. Conway William J. Barrett Michael Spillane Joseph F. Carter John J. Collins the Painters’ Union Joseph B. F. Whall Printing Pressmen’s Union Henry A. Horgan Web Pressman's Union Frank. Campbell Patrick H. Brosnithan

Tomorrow's Primary Election Spars With New System

Boston faces a first test of the reform primary with voting from 6 AM to 4 PM. The article outlines expected voter turnout, party rivalries, and contests across wards for Governor Council, senator, and representative seats, noting machine influence and independent momentum in a city-wide clash.

Boston Commonwealth Massachusetts Governor's Council State Committee Daniel W. Lane Dr. Murphy Clerke Klemm Andrews Kilemmn House of Representatives Fitzgerald Ward Dorchester

Captain Clark's Candidacy Draws Military Interest

The candidacy of Captain Thomas F. Clark for the nomination to the House of Representatives has attracted general attention among military circles. Local veterans express support as Clark campaigns across the district, highlighting his service record and proposed policy priorities.

Thomas F. Clark House of Representatives

Fitzgerald urges continued effort as Ward 6 vote looms

Senator Henry 8 Fitzgerald tells 43 canvassers from the Jefferson Club in Jefferson Hall Hanover Street that a large Democratic vote will be cast in Ward 6 next Tuesday. He orders them to keep working to boost turnout and support for the third Suffolk district.

Henry Fitzgerald Suffolk Wanvassers Jefferson Club Jefferson Hall Hanover Street

Healey to Close Campaign in Ward 2 Rallies

Representative William C Healey, seeking renomination from Ward 2, will end his campaign with addresses at Jeffries Point the Jefferson Club Carpenters Hall and Marion Associates rooms. Supporters say he is a sure winner.

William C Healey Jeffries Point Jefferson Club Carpenters’ Hall Marion Associates

McIsaac Endorsed At Ward 13 Meetings In Suffolk Race

Two Ward 13 gatherings backed Daniel V. McIsaac for Senator in the sixth Suffolk district. At the Lithuanian Club on Broadway Extension McIsaac, William Martin and Congressman McNary spoke as members endorsed McIsaac. A Workingmen's Club meeting with President Dempsey presiding also featured McIsaac and McNary addressing supporters.

Daniel V. McIsaac Suffolk Broadway Extension Messrs. McIsaac William Martin McNary McIisaac Workingmen’s Club Dempsey

Democrats of Somerville Rally Tour Across Wards

The Democrats of Somerville plan rallies tonight in Ward 1 at Clark Bennett School and at the Democratic headquarters, in Ward 2 at Prospect Hill and Perry Schools and at the corner of Webster Avenue and Columbia Street, and in Ward 6 at Carr School. Speakers include Daniel J. Kiley, Alderman James T. Barrett, James W. Kenney, Edward J. Flynn, Alderman D. C. Mahoney, Alderman William M. Kelley, W. J. Cunningham, W. H. Flynn, Philip Keen, William A. Flaherty and others.

Democrats Somerville Clark Bennett School Somerville Avenue Democratic Washington Street Prospect Hill School Perry School Webster Avenue Columbia Street Carr

Letter to the editor challenges an Italian Democratic Club claim

Frank Ciambelli of 294 Hanover Street denies a meeting at 2 Hanover Street on Friday September 18 and says the Italian Democratic Club in Ward 6 has no longer existed. He asserts the building is a dwelling and some speakers are Republicans not club members.

Italian Democratic Club Hlanover Street Henry §. Fitzgerald

Man Reunites with Mother After Twenty Years

George Franklin Pierce of Worcester located his mother Mrs Rose Pierce in Holden after twenty years. Separated as a child during his mother’s widowhood he began a search and traced her through records of a Worcester institution where he once lived.

Holden George Franklin Pierce Worcester Rose Pierce Pierce

Murder motive tied to love triangle at Westport case

A quarrel over Mrs. Sherman is alleged by police to explain the murder of Tillinghast Kirby at Westport on Sept. 9. Angles Snell, in love with Sherman, is under arrest in New Bedford and to be arraigned in Police Court tomorrow morning.

New Bedford Tillinghast Kirby Westport Angles Snell Snell Sarah Sherman Horse Neck Beach Kirby Burton Head Head

Tillman Trial Begins Today in Lexington

Jim Tillman faces trial for the murder of Narcisso E. Gonzales editor of the State. Defense aims to present justification with P A Nelson as counsel. Trial postponed to Wednesday or Thursday. Judge Frank B Gray to preside. Tillman has been jailed eight months.

Columbia D. C Jim Tillman Narcisso E. Gonzales Lexington Tillman P. A. Nelson Townsend Pope Frank B. Gray James H. Tillman South Carolina N. B. Gonzales Columbia State Gonzales Benjamin Tillman

Andrew C. MacDonald Dies at Medford Home

Andrew C. MacDonald, a highly respected figure, dies at his Medford home. Details note his standing in the community and the city’s reaction to the loss.

Andrew C. MacDonald Medford

Local citizen dies at home on Swan Street

A well known town resident died early today at the family home 71 Swan Street He leaves a widow eight sons and two grandchildren. The funeral will be from the home on Tuesday.

Swan Street

Malden's Missing Boy Found Safe in Rochester Fair

Francis White a 14 year old Malden schoolboy who had been missing from Boylston street since Tuesday sent a telegram from Rochester New Hampshire stating he was all right and would be home Wednesday morning. Police suspect he rode freight to Rochester after visiting Reading fair and earning a few dollars.

Malden Francis White Boylston Street Rochester N. H Dither

Death of Leroy A. Whittier Cambridge man 67

Leroy A. Whittier a Cambridge resident and Riverside Press proofreader aged 67 died at his home on Granite Street yesterday. A prominent Mason and longtime Cambridge resident he belonged to Harvard Street M E Church and served as Sunday school assistant superintendent. He leaves a widow two sons and two daughters.

Leroy A. Whittier Granite Street Cambridge Whittier Riverside Press Harvard Street M. E

Hebrew New Year Observance Grips Boston

About 60 000 Orthodox Jews in Greater Boston suspend work and close shops for Rosh Hashanah observances. Orthodox and Reformed communities mark the New Year with three days of prayer, worship across synagogues, and restrictions on shaving fire and schools.

Greater Boston

Made to Order Suits At $15 Feature Guaranteed Fit

The ad invites you to order a Made to Order suit for $15 with a guaranteed fit and a deposit refund if not satisfied. Fall woolens are shown with more styles and quality for suits to measure at $15, $17.50, $20, and $25, asserting superior value over other tailors in the city.

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C. E. Morgan C. Bowen P. J. Mooney Middlesex County Board D. C. Mahoney Patrick Curran E. J. Mullaney Division 40 William Dingevan Cornelius Morgan John Ronayne J. A. Dennison Orator Boyle O'Reilly Association South Want Emmet United Irish Societies of Chicago Brighton Hibernians Honor Emmet M’grady Richard Sullivan M. J. Sullivan Sullivan Michael J. Sullivan Hayes Ponce Mansfield-Gartland Mansfield Gartland Daniel V. McIisaac Norris Logan David Leahy McInerney Andrew Peters John F. Cusick Stephen P. Galvin Owen A Galvin Galvin Clark Ward 2 Common Council Captain Clark M. E. Bradley W. C Flaherty Sheehan Donnelly Bradley Conry East Boston Signal Corps Santiago East M’isaac Kling Gale & Kent Court St Thomas H. Tighe Atkinson Furnishing Co Shawmut Furniture CO Tremont St Comer’s College Washington St Cor. Beach
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