Czar Titles and Satirical Notes on Public Figures
A composed excerpt mocks imperial grandeur listing endless Russian titles then shifts to brief, satirical notices about public figures. It references President Angell on the Bulfinch question, comments on spring feelings, a railroad counsel at the state house, Vermont maple producers as editors, Gen Weyler gifting Mrs Cleveland, and Gaylord Kansas as a hub for “gay ladies” with a unrelated defense motto attributed to Senator Squire.
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Angell
The
Humane Society
Circular outlines A P A stance on McKinley candidacy
Boston April 15. A circulated statement from the American Protective Association secretary reports that the National advisory board adopted no candidate for now, citing issues of American Protestant loyalty and alleged discrimination by ex-Gov McKinley in favor of Romanists. It names Richard Kerens and Stephen Elkins as McKinley supporters, and asserts other candidates including Allison Quay Cullom Bradley Morton Harrison Reed as Americanist. The committee finds Reed charges groundless and notes no Democratic candidates have surfaced.
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Boston
Advisory Board
The
American Protective Association
National Advisory Board
Washington
D. C
New York
McKinley
Major McKinley
Richard Kerens
Missouri
National Republican Committee
Stephen Elkins
W. Va
Iowa
Quay
Cullom
Bradley
Reed
House
Democratic Party
Weters Shaves World Record in 220 Yard Dash
Bernard J. Weters today ran an exhibition 220 yards dash to lower the world mark of 22 38 5 seconds. He finished in 22 2 5, establishing a new record.
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Washington
Bernard J. Weters
Traders National Bank Savings Notice at Middlesex Street
Money deposited in the savings department of the Traders National Bank at 30 Middlesex Street and 11 Post Office Avenue on or before Saturday May 2 at 9 o’clock p m will draw interest at four percent per annum from May first. Interest may be withdrawn or added to the principal on January and July first. Bank hours 8 a m to 4 p m. Saturdays 8 a m to 1 p m and from 7 to 9 p m. Desirable carriages, Fay Bros and Hosford.
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Traders National Bank
Middlesex Street
Post Office Avenue
William F. Hills
Forest fire rages toward East Sandwich and West Barnstable
Fire near Cataumet spreads through thick woodland toward East Sandwich and West Barnstable. Spectacle Pond protects Forestdale but extensive woodland loss reported. Hundreds battle the blaze with limited water access, no known fatalities announced.
Reed receives rousing Maine convention endorsement
Portland Maine April 16 Republicans held the state convention with Reed praised by the crowd. Joseph H Manley opened the meeting and Hanni bal Mamlin was chosen chairman. E B Boutelle acted as secretary. Henry M Heath outlined a platform favoring protection reciprocity and gold standard support, with limited immigration and opposition to silver coinage unless international agreement is reached. The convention backed Reed strongly.
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Portland
Reed
Maine
Joseph H. Manley
Hannibal Mamlin
E. B. Boutelle
Henry M. Heath
Committee On
Burden Diamond Robbery Solved Says Herald
The New York Herald reports the Burden diamond theft mystery solved. A servant allegedly stole the property and fled abroad, another servant confessed knowledge of the guilty party, and the suspect will be arrested by Scotland officers on the vessel's arrival.
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New York
the Herald
Scotland
Chicago Population Rises to 1.77 Million in Census
The Chicago school census completed shows a city population of 1,770,000, up 200,000 from two years ago. The 1895 directory estimate stood at 1,695,000, reflecting a noticeable growth since then.
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Chicago
Attorney General Moloney to move against American Tobacco
Chicago April 16 Attorney General Moloney has given notice that he will next week proceed against the American Tobacco company to restrain it from doing business in this state.
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Chicago
Moloney
American Tobacco Company
District Attorney Page Guilty of Embezzling 3000
San Francisco reports that District Attorney Page was found guilty of embezzling three thousand dollars from the estate of an insane patient for whom he acted as guardian. The verdict concludes the legal case against the official charged with fiduciary theft.
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San Francisco
Page
Steam er escorts Li Hung Chang voyage to Russia
Constantinople reports a Russian warship will accompany the steamship carrying Li Hung Chang from China to Russia up the Mediterranean, marking a ceremonial escort amid the long journey.
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Constantinople
Li Hung Chang
China
Russia
Mediterranean
Ex President Harrison to preside at May 1 oratorical contest
Chicago April 16 Ex President Harrison will preside at the Northern oratorical contest to be held at the Auditorium on May 1.
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Chicago
Harrison
the Auditorium
Russian court smoking ban stirs czarina tale report
A brisk note from Russian court chatter claims the czarina bans ladies in waiting from smoking cigarets while the empress objects to tobacco in any form for both women and men. The piece ties the habit to Princess Alice and notes changes in imperial habits since marriage.
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Czarina
Alice
Philadelphia Times
McKinley Not A Member Of Secret Societies
James B. Morrow, editor of the Cleveland Leader, states for the AP that rumors claiming William McKinley belongs to the Ancient Order of Hibernians or the American Protective Association are false. He notes McKinley is a Free Mason and Knight Templar, with no church-affiliated appointments, and highlights Hanna and Boyle as Protestant Episcopal.
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Cleveland, O
Associated Press
James B. Morrow
Cleveland Leader
Mr. McKinley
United States
American Protective Association
Wm. McKinley
Ancient
Order of Hibernians
M. A. Hanna
McKinley
Boyle
Ohio
First Methodist Episcopal Church of
Canton
Ancient Order of Hibernians
Pythias
Grand Army of the Republic
Union Veterans Union
Sons of the American Revolution
Loyal Legion
Hanna
Major McKinley
Protestant Episcopal Church
Democrats Move to Control Chicago Nomination
Washington April 15. Chauncey Black failed to extract a pledge from President Cleveland on his Chicago choice showing Carlisle not sole favorite. Administration forces contend for the gold standard unity, with Olney as the preferred alternative if the platform is secured.
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Washington
Carlisle
Cleveland
Chicago
Chauncey Black
Black
National Association of Democratic Clubs
Olney
British colony/news on Matabele uprising in Bulawayo
Sir Hercules Robinson, governor of the Cape colony, telegraphs Mr Chamberlin reporting the country around Bulawayo in Matabeleland is in native enemy hands. He requests a large force of troops immediately to subdue the Matabeles and restore order.
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London
Hercules Robinson
Cape Colony
Chamberlin
Bulawayo
Matabeleland
Milk sales without registration leads to fine in Hadley Police Court
In Hadley Police Court on April 14, Rose BE and William O'Brien pleaded guilty to selling milk without registration, a first case of its kind, resulting in a $5 fine. Youth Joseph Felteau was remanded for breaking Samuel Silverbla tts glass. Sentences for drunkenness included James Kershaw six months workhouse, Martin Norton four months, and Kate Wifton six months.
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Rose BE
William O’brien
Joseph Felteau
Samuel Silverblatt
James Kershaw
Martin Norton
Kate Wifton
River freshet subsides after high water readings
The river remained elevated after yesterday’s high freshet. At Wednesday measurements the level was 4 feet 7 inches over the dam crest at 10, rising to 4 feet 8 inches by 2 o'clock. By 8 o'clock this morning the height stood at 4 feet 4 44 inches above the crest.
Master Builders Exchange Dinner Marks New Era in Lowell
The Master Builders Exchange renamed the Builders Exchange and celebrated a remodeled quarter with improved rooms and higher membership. President Frank L. Weaver led a program praising prosperity, with tributes to key figures, a benediction, and a summary of new offices and improvements.
Bicycle Boots and Leggings Imag
A brief items column notes apparel including bicycle boots and leggings showing in a catalog or ad. Reads as a product snapshot with emphasis on footwear and legwear, suggesting a fashion or sporting goods listing. The entry highlights the pairings and style focus for shoppers browsing the page.
Memorial Programme for Friday Memorial at Associate Hall
A patriotic meeting by Molly Varnum Chapter D A R at Associate hall Friday at 3 pm will feature a memorial address for the late Governor by Charles D Palmer. T F Molloy and Mrs Masury will speak with songs The Star Spangled Banner and The Sword of Bunker Hill. Post 42 drum and fife will provide colonial music. Audience will sing America at closing.
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Molly Varnum
Daughters of the American Revolution
Charles D. Palmer
T. F. Molloy
Masury
Charles M. Williams
A. A. Berle
The
Ancient and Honorable Artillery
Sword of Bunker
Fire injures fireman on roof at Billerica Centre
A fire at Stephen Cann's house near the post office in Billerica Centre was extinguished by hand engines after an alarm at 7:50 pm. Fireman Edward Barker fell from the roof and may be paralyzed. he was later taken to St John’s hospital with possible back injuries. The North Billerica unit was not summoned as crews contained the blaze locally.
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Billerica Centre
Stephen Cann
Edward Barker
North Billerica
Billerica
Barker
St. John’s Hospital
Missionary Convention Meets at Blossom Street Church
The fourth meeting of the missionary convention gathered at Blossom Street Church last night. W H Thompson, chairman of the missionary committee of the Christian Endeavor society of Boston, spoke on A Missionary Problem How Shall We Meet It. Florence Crosby spoke on The Student Volunteer Movement for Foreign Missions. Crosby, Gordon training school graduate, is now stationed at Clarendon Street Church. Rev James M Gray of Boston addresses tonight's session.
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Blossom Street Church
W. H. Thompson
Christian Endeavor Society
Boston
Florence Crosby
Student Volunteer Movement For Foreign Missions
Bridge Award For Tyngs Island To The Mainland
Alderman Howe and Colonels Ben nett and Allen acting for the Country Vesper club awarded an iron bridge contract to Groton bridge company. The structure will cost 2000 dollars and replace the old wooden span swept away in last month's storm.
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Alderman Howe
Bennett
Allen
Country-Vesper Club
Tyng's Island
Groton Bridge Company
Universalist Meeting Held at Ames Church April
The Merrimack Valley conference of Universalist churches met at the Ames Universalist church yesterday with a fair-sized Lowell delegation. During the noon intermission a trip to Whittier's homestead was taken. Rev. R. A. Greene of Lowell delivered an afternoon sermon titled Benefits of the Church to the Community.
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Universalist Church
Amesbury
Merrimack
Patriot's Day Observance Affects Local Services
Patriot's Day will be observed on Monday with schools closed for a three day holiday. Post office will close in the afternoon with two deliveries, banks Saturday closure, stores closing at noon, saloons shut all day, and mills and factories suspending work across major companies.
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Monay
Fair Grounds
Oval
Massachusetts
Boott
Lawrence
Merrimack
Tremont & Suffolk
Lowell
Sister Beatrice Laid To Rest In Ceremonies
Beautiful and impressive rites marked Sister Beatrice's burial this morning at the Catholic cemetery. The church crowd included Notre Dame academy pupils and Xaverian school scholars as Rev. D J Gleason led the service with a 60 member choir singing Schmidt's mass and other anthems. Bearers included Drs Sullivan, Savage, Meagher, and Johnson, with Undertaker O'Donnell directing the interment.
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Beatrice
St. Patrick’s
Academy
Xaverian Parochial School
Sisters
Notre Dame Academy
D. J. Gleason
R. S. Burke
M. J. Leonard
Michael O’brien
St. Patrick's Church
Fr. Shaw
North Chelmsford
Xaverian Brothers
Gleason
Schmidt
Suffolk Street
James Sullivan
John J. Savage
Meagher
Stephen J. Johnson
O'Donnell
Fletcher Wins Street Contract For Flagging And Edging
The street committee awarded the contract for flagging edging and department use to H E Fletcher & Co of West Chelmsford as the sole bidder. Rates were 40 cents per foot for flagging 22 cents for edge stone and 42 per thousand for paying. The committee discussed street sprinkling noting 19 miles watered last year, 10 on electric car lines. Alderman Pevey urged viewing an electric sprinkler in Worcester on Thursday the 224 and suggested asphalt paving for Westford Street amid a petition from Highland residents, though concerns over winter performance delayed action.
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H. E. Fletcher & Co
West Chelmsford
Edgestone
Fletcher
Pevey
Worcester
Westford Street
Pevcy
Flemings
Mutual Improvement Society Debates Wealth as Social Passport
Mt. Vernon church group after a business meeting debated if education or wealth best opens society. Will Abbott and Maud Baisley argued for education, while Herbert Cogswell and Lillia Huntley argued for wealth. The decision favored wealth. The society will meet monthly on the third Wednesday for further debates.
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the Mutual Improvement Society of the
Mt. Vernon Church
Will Abbott
Maud Baisley
Herbert Cogswell
Lillia Huntley
Stewarts celebrate 50th wedding anniversary in Andover
Mr and Mrs George Stewart marked their golden anniversary at home in Andover on July 9 with family from Lowell visiting. Stewart has lived in Andover since 1858 and is a veteran and member of the Williams Bartlett Post 99. Meanwhile fire calls in nearby Pawtucketville and a grass blaze on George Kimball’s property produced quick alarms but only trifling damage.
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George Stewart
Andover
Lowell
Stewart
Wm. F. Bartlett Post
J. W. Stewart
Bridge Street
G. F. Willey
Topman Street
Pawtucketville
George Kimball
New Sister Servant at St. John's Hospital
The new sister servant of St. John's hospital to succeed Sister Beatrice is believed to be Sister Mary. She arrived today from St. Vincent's orphan asylum on Camden Street, Boston, and is not a stranger to the hospital's work.
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St. John's Hospital
Beatrice
Sister Mary
St. Vincent's Orphan Asylum
Camden Street
Boston
Mary
Greenhalge Memorial Service Arrangements Announced
Arrangements for the Greenhalge memorial service in Huntington Hall on April 26 are completed. Judge G F Lawton will deliver the eulogy. Mayor Courtney and four city officials will attend the Boston service at Bos ton Saturday. Fay Bros and Hosford advertised a large variety of pleasure vehicles.
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Greenhalge
Huntington Hall
G. F. Lawton
Courtney
Boston
Fay Bros, & Hosford
Fine hosiery of our own made shades in Ger
Hosiery advertised as made to order with double soles and high spliced heels by a local maker in Germany. The item highlights custom shades and tailored design for superior fit and durability.
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Ger
Personal notes on local figures and travels
A. E. Morse rapidly recovers his health. Councilman Drewett will sail on April 29 for two months abroad. Mrs. and Miss Stevens of Andover street visit Ware briefly. Rev. Michael O'Brien attended Bishop Ryan's funeral in Buffalo on Tuesday. C. C. Hutchinson hosted visiting Masons at Nesmith street last night. Alderman McAlvin remains gravely ill with little hope for recovery. George Stevens sailed from New York to Southampton aboard the steamship New York. Noted in New York: Continental, J. R. Mealy, St. Denis, Stickney, Astor House, M. H. Rawlinson, J. C. Johnson, St. Cloud, H. Kriess. Rev. Hugh Montgomery departs for a new Marblehead parish. family to follow. Saltair recommended by Montgomery's physician, he travels to Marblehead at his request.
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Miss Stevens
Andover Street
Ware
Michael O’brien
Bishop Ryan
Buffalo
N. Y
C. C. Hutchinson
Nesmith Street
Alderman McAlvin
George Stevens
New York
Southampton
American Line
Continental
J. R. Mealy
St. Denis
C. Stickney
Astor House
M. H. Rawlinson
J. C. Johnson
St. Cloud
H. Kriess
Hugh Montgomery
Marblehead
Saltair
Montgomery
Funeral rites for McKenney and Greenleaf held in Edson cemetery
The funeral for Margaret McKenney from 45 London Street was led by Rev Thomas Sayer at 4 pm with interment in Edson cemetery. Undertaker Young presided. Anna Greenleaf’s service at 181 Howard Street proceeded at 2 pm with bearers from Pilgrim Fathers and Daughters of Liberty. Rev O H Denney conducted, grave rite by Daughters of Liberty, interment by Undertaker Young.
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Margaret McKenney
London Street
Thomas
Sayer
Edson
Young
Anna Greenleaf
Howard Street
Pilgrim Fathers and Daughters of Liberty
O. H. Denney
Daughters of Liberty
Obituary: Miss Sarah Currier Dies After Long Illness
Miss Sarah Currier aged 78 a longtime city resident died last evening at the home of her niece Mrs James A Evans on Thirteenth Street after a long illness. She leaves two sisters Mrs Philip H Brown of this city and Mrs George Hunt of Hayden Row Massachusetts. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
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Sarah Currier
James A. Evans
Thirteenth Street
Philip H. Brown
This City
George Hunt
Hayden Row
Mass
Lowell Ice Company Coupon Book Office Merrimack Square
A note invites savings on ice bills by purchasing coupon books from the Lowell Ice Company at Merrimack Square Office.
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Lowell Ice Company
Merrimack Square
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