Fitchburg Mayor Faces One Year Legal Practice Ban
Worcester county authorities find Mayor Samuel L Graves of Fitchburg guilty of fraudulently obtaining 15 from Worcester county. The fraud involved two auditor bills totaling 120 with one heeding a court’s reduction ignored. Judge Sherman bans Graves from practicing law in the Commonwealth for one year.
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Udge Sherman
April Will Be Ficklee Five Storms Predicted by Woburn Prophet
Woburn Massachusetts March 29. John G Flagg Jr foresees April as volatile with a warm spell in the South, extreme swings in the central West valleys, and cooler storms in the Northwest and New England. Major disturbances are lined up for April 2 8 12 18 20 24 and 28 30, including a likely heavy storm and possible snow in northern sections.
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Newngland
New England
Studying Gypsy Moths At Farmers Meeting In Boston
Professor G H Forbush of Medford spoke at the Massachusetts Ploughman office in Boston about gypsy moth habits from hatch to eradication. He noted only about six percent of infected districts remain, outlined museum specimen plans, and proposed school education to speed local detection of the pest. The moth is deemed Massachusetts' most dangerous pest, feeding on shrubs and foliage.
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Medford
Massachusetts Ploughman Office
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Old Lawton Stand House Destroyed by Fire
A fire last night wiped out the Old Lawton Stand in Scituate near town. Rich ard Lawton owned the estate. a mother died from fright as the family fled. Cattle and outbuildings burned. origin of the blaze remains a mystery. The property was to be sold at a mortgagee sale today. A large crowd gathered from miles around.
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Frovpence
R. L
Nine Fraternal Circle Officials Indicted in Suffolk Grand Jury Case
The record notes that the money taken belonged to the poor, as nine other Fraternal Circle officials indicted by the latest Suffolk County grand jury were placed on file, detailing charges and related proceedings.
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Suffolk County
Grand Jury
People's Party in Massachusetts Holds Faneuil Hall Conven tion
The first State convention of the People's Party of Massachusetts met at Faneuil Hall in Boston on Tuesday afternoon with 96 delegates present. E Gerry Brown of Charlestown was elected chairman. The body denounced existing financial and political systems, favored fiat money, public control of public property, and anticipated a national convention in Omaha to nominate the next U S president. Delegates for Omaha were chosen and substitutes authorized to fill vacancies.
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Henry Winn
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J. D. Cadle
William J. Shilds
W. O. Wakefield
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Lward Poemy
Chicovee
Linboyd Porter
Cambridge
East Saugus officers arrest state officer and Annie Shaw
State Officer Shaw and Annie Shaw, 50, along with daughter Mary, 30, were arrested in East Saugus on Thursday for boarding more than three children without board of health notification. Police found six children under care, ages three weeks to eight years, and the dead infant found near Summer street quarters. The proprietors refuse to name parents of two children, and Shaw calls it the worst case of its kind. The women deny criminal conduct and say the children have had good care.
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East Saugus
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Robber shot by Hanover station master in dawn break in
Early today Depot Master Barnes confronted a burglar at Hanover station after hearing a shadow in the depot. Barnes fired a revolver that misfired as the thief shot him in the groin, shattering the hip bone. The incident follows a string of local notices and town updates reported in the same dispatch.
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Rope Climbing Race Told By A Veteran Competitor
The account recalls rope climbing drills and trials dating to 1888 with the Amateur Athletic Union. It describes a 22 foot rope, bell finish, pistol start, and times as records, noting Robert Stoll of the New York Athletic Club achieved 22 feet in 6.34 seconds and once 39 feet in 10.16 seconds at Princeton.
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Amateur Athletic Union
Princeton
Labor, ships, and public notices from New England events
A read letter from exdent Cleveland accepted to speak at the opera house on Saturday. A strike at C C Farwell Co Danvers ends with workers returning, payroll $2500 weekly. Maj. Post G A R hall in Haverhill dedicated. Weavers at Arlington Mills fall to wage changes over Knickerbocker goods. few remain. Ship Robin Hood reports crew losses and Gladstone crew rescued after ice encounter. Worcester hosts a large labor demonstration led by Samuel Gompers urging stronger union activity. Portland court tests seizure of lobsters on steamer Tremont. Bell Cushman represented. Tremont Temple hosts 44th anniversary of modern Spiritualism.
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Gloucester
Thomas Corcoran
Joseph Johnson
Peter Olsen
Gladstone
Worcester
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Boston
Children’s Progressive Lyceum
Peculiar Focus of Birds Eyes in Head Shape
A St Louis Globe Democrat report explains birds rarely focus both eyes on a nearby object. Chickens tilt and switch eyes to inspect strange items, revealing their sideward eye placement. Owls form a notable exception with forward facing eyes that allow short distance focus.
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Black encounters and threat quoted in Alex Jones remarks
A San Francisco reporter quotes Alex Jones making violent racist statements about “butting” Black people during a confrontation. The remarks include challenging phrases and a stated willingness to fight for money, with the speaker expressing intent to “make my wash” in his head.
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Free Wool Debate Drags in Congress Amid Other Demands
The House proceedings grew dull with debates on the free wool bill and tariff gains, while leaders clash over a cloture rule. Crosby urged free wool to boost domestic woollen goods and jobs, citing Massachusetts reform and farmer distress, amid lingering silver and tariff tensions.
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Boxing clubs face turmoil over amateur boxing rules
Amateurs clash as New York and Boston clubs back or shun the amachoor figure amid a brewing Buffalo war. Brooklyn’s Varuna Boat Club plans a Cushing Park bout while other listings include Stanton Abbott vs Austin Gibbons, Turner signings, Daly vs Van Heest, and legal troubles dogging Tommy Ryan.
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Ravachol Arrest Ties Down Paris Anarchist Plots
Paris authorities prize Ravachol’s capture as a turning point in stopping dynamite outrages. Rewards totaling 1000 francs go to the wine shop owner and a waiter who aided the arrest. Ravachol’s five hour examination revealed a life of crime, including confessed murder and counterfeiting links, with police uncertain about other killings and Chaumartin’s alleged betrayal. He is said to have confessed to the Boulevard St Germain explosion and was connected to plans against prosecuting counsel and a major magistrate residence. Ravachol’s movements tied to St Maude near Vincennes and his possible motives noted as revenge for his Franco-German roots.
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Beta Te Renge
Early Firearms Ornamentation Through the Centuries
The article traces hand gun evolution from the 14th century to early modern times noting knights opposed firearms, the shift to sporting use, and decoration trends. It highlights crossbow design influence on gun butts, carved scrolls and inlays, heavy octagonal barrels, and regional centers like Suhl and Brescia known for metalwork and ornamentation.
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Ruenishee
Dresden
Saxony
Brescia
Bismarck Celebrated On His Seventy Seventh Birthday
Prince Bismarck turns 77 as Germany unites in tribute with celebrations across the empire. In Friedrichsruhe he receives family and visitors while recovering from his recent illness. Delegations arrive by train from Hamburg and other regions as tenants send heartfelt gifts and telegrams are dispatched.
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De Lesseps Charged With Swindle in Panama Canal Deal
New York reports Count Ferdinand de Lesseps and associates face French court charges of swindling and breach of trust over the Universal Inter Oceanic Panama Canal company’s control of the Panama Railroad. They reportedly paid 268 francs per share for 100-franc stock, claiming market value was far lower, with profits estimated at at least 6,000,000 francs.
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Famine Children Suffer Hunger Rations in St Petersspura
Relief committee reports famine districts where children walk to schools for soup but are too weak to travel. They eat rags and earth to stave hunger, while teachers also go unpaid since autumn, worsening the crisis and cold Russian winter hardships.
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Burmah's Capital Destroyed by Fire in Mandalay
A massive blaze began in Mandalay on Wednesday and burned through Thursday with two fresh outbreaks, then a third fire in the British cantonment. Losses are unestimated but immense, and thousands of families lack food and shelter. Surgeons are overtaxed, and shortages of tents and clothing threaten further suffering. Secret societies are alleged to be behind fires in Rangoon and Poong.
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Rangoon
Mandalay Fires Signal Incendiary Origins
Fires in Mandalay cause 5,090,000 in damages with another blaze reported today. Officials note the high fire frequency supports suspicions of deliberate arson, despite British official optimism and denials.
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Believes in Unionist Success and Conservative Policy
Mr Balfour in a speech argues that election results matter little to the Conservative policy. He claims long term Unionist leadership will guide sober opinion, praises Goshen for debt reduction, and asserts the party will shape home and foreign policy, with a lasting national career. The Times criticizes the Behring Sea treaty and President Harrison, mocking Senate actions and the British lion metaphor.
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Outbreak of Small Pox in London Shocks City
London reports a rapid rise in small pox cases after four quiet months. Forty patients were under care yesterday at a city hospital, with new arrivals from the north and east End. A sea corpse was found in an East End shop linked to carriage of hair from Kent, and vessels at Long Reach received patients including Mrs Freeman wife of historian Edward Augustus Freeman.
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Joos: Boards of Health
East End
Kent
Destitute Russians in England and a German General Dead
In the House of Commons Mr Lowther questioned a proposed admission bill aimed at destitute Russians awaiting migration to the United Kingdom. The government noted the gravity of the immigration issue and avoided immediate action. Gen Konstantin von Alvensleben, a German general, died in Berlin at 88 after a career leading the 3d Army Corps in the Franco Prussian War.
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Vatican considers Vaughn to Westminster succession
Dr Herbert Vaughn seeks to retain Salford diocese if approved by the pope, with Westminster split into two bishoprics. The Mettenpolitan tabernacle trust assigns Dr Pierson of Philadelphia to continue preaching five years at £1200 salary. Durha Miners' Federation votes 12,871 in favor of strike continuation over wage cuts, risking indefinite stoppage. A Buenos Aires dispatch notes orders to arrest agitators and deploy cavalry and artillery to restore order. Michael Davitt’s Nineteenth Century piece urges Britain to lend £29,110,000 to help settle 100,000 rural settlers.
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Meteoric Heat as Sun Power in Solar Friction
A discussion argues that meteors entering the sun and Earth generate heat by atmospheric friction. It suggests the sun’s energy could arise from continual meteor friction, estimating heat produced by objects drawn into solar attraction and the potential to match the sun’s ordinary radiation.
Distinction Between Explanatory and Speculative Sciences
A note from The Open Court surveys public opinion among Bostonians on the boundary between explicative and speculative sciences. The article discusses how the distinction serves certain purposes and reflects ongoing debates in academic philosophy.
Charms and Amulets From Ancient Beliefs and Modern Belief
A survey of lucky objects across cultures, from Egyptian scarabs and golden eyes to horse chestnuts and potatoes. The piece traces amulets worn on watch chains and in scarves, noting their supposed powers against disease, luck, and misfortune, and contrasts ancient practices with contemporary superstitions. It reflects on how humans seek protection from the unknown through tangible charms.
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Nile
Corea
Gaenee
Very Thin Iron The Ironmasters Battle to 1800th Inch Sheets
English ironmasters have long vied to roll the thinnest cold iron sheet. By one account sheets average an eighteen hundredth of an inch in thickness, meaning 1800 sheets stacked equal one inch.
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Borous Analy & Ed
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