River Reveries and Civic Snags in Atlanta Constitution
A collage of political jabs and biting whims ranges from Bishop Newman and Senator Stewart to county commissioner prospects and Tenth district Democratic contenders McMorrow Mec Nary McEttrick. The piece shifts to social satire on Boodle's club, then to Frank L. Stanton’s May River poem, all reflecting old Atlanta sentiment.
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McMorrow
MecNary
McEttrick
McSorley
McNabb
Frank L. Stanton
The
Atlanta Constitution
Humorous Quip Sparks Question of Character and Wealth
In a Cleveland discourse a joke extols Bliffers kindness as he declines a wig to spare flies from his bald head. A banker presses for trustworthy suitor references, receiving a cautious compliment from Nettleton that prompts the line I must know, right here and now, just which metal it is.
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Nettleton
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Glass Fells Bride. Ceremony Continues Despite Injury
A couple near marriage in New York faced a skylight collapse that struck the bride on the head, leaving her with bandaged head yet the wedding proceeding. The report then notes U S steel leadership over Britain in 1895 outputs and cites a description of hair covered people in Yesso, Japan.
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New York
Yesso
Japan
New Bedford Field Day Draws 15000 Firemen in Parade
Associated Press reports New Bedford hosts the New England Veteran Firemen's association field day with 15000 visitors from 26 companies. A grand parade led by the entire city department featured holiday decorations and prizes of 200 150 100 and 50 dollars for squirt contests. Mayors from several cities attended and reviewed the parade. A San Francisco fraud probe into the treasury and customs office led to dismissals and possible removals of staff including collector John H. Wise and son Harry over ties to a Chinese interpreter. In national league action Brooklyn beat Boston 5-1 in a rain shortened game, while New Bedford defeated Portland 8-3 in the New England League.
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New Bedford
New England Veteran Firemen’s Association
San Francisco
Cal
H. H. Morse
Treasury Department
John H. Wise
Harry
Dick Williams
Williams
Brown scandal figure Overman confesses against Dr Brown
Mattie Overman in San Francisco admits Dr Brown was framed by all his enemies and this late confession reopens the case. Brown will be notified and summoned to show cause why he should not lose his church over the new development.
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San Francisco
Cal
Mattie Overman
Brown
Dr. Brown
Mine foreman and two miners killed in Montana shaft incident
Peter Ryan foreman of the St. Lawrence mine and miners Jack Campbell and John Manning died when a mine car from the 1200 foot level fell to the shaft bottom. the brake failed and the car crushed them. In another note, Ottawa Ill reports cattle in Brookfield township going blind due to a mysterious disease, baffling veterinarians with daily new cases.
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Butte
Mont
Peter Ryan
St. Lawrence
Jack Campbell
John Manning
St. Louis
Ottawa
Ill
Brookfield Township
Majestic Sets New Record Time From Daunt's Rock
The White Star steamship Majestic reached quarantine at 3.30 a.m. after a record voyage from Daunt's Rock. The sailing time was five days, seventeen hours, and fifty six minutes, beating her own best mark from four years ago by twelve minutes.
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New York
Majestic
Daunt’s Rock
Isles yacht death inquiry clears blame in Isolde voyage
An inquest in Ryde Isle of Wight investigated Baron Zedtwitz death aboard the yacht Isolde during a race with the Meteor and other yachts. The jury heard evidence and concluded no one could be blamed for the tragedy.
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Ryde
Isle of Wight
Baron Zedtwitz
Isolde
Yaqui Engagement Denied Between Indians and Troop E
A Tucson report to the News states no engagement has occurred between Yaqui Indians and Troop E of the southern cavalry. The word comes as of August 19 from Denver.
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Denver
Col
Tucson
Arizona
Southern Cavalry
Iowa Republican Campaign Opens Sept 30 With Big Names
Des Moines Iowa August 19 campaign planners announce the Iowa campaign will open September 30 with speeches by Senator Allison former president Harrison and Robert G Cousin strong lineup for the event highlighting key party figures and opposition stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tes Moines
Iowa
Allison
Harrison
Robert G. Cousin
Worker nearly strangled by shop shaft saves himself
Fred Henderson an 18 year old employee at Cady's machine shop on Thorndike street was pulled up toward the ceiling by a rope hanging from overhead shafting. He was freed when fellow workers shut off the power. He suffered the loss of two fingers, a badly injured back and a severe scalp wound and was taken to St John's hospital.
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Fred Henderson
Cady
Thorndike Street
St. John’s Hospital
Building Laborers Meet Vote to Join Lawrence Union Picnic
The Building Laborers union held a special meeting last night and voted to join the Lawrence union for a Labor Day picnic. A large committee was appointed to arrange the event. There will be no parade in Lowell on Labor Day, but the building laborers will march to the depot led by a band.
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Building Laborers’ Union
Lawrence Union
Lowell
Dwight wide sheetings sold at low prices in sale
A G Pollard and Co advertise remnants of Dwight wide sheetings offered at 10 cents per yard for 6-4 width and 16 cents per yard for 9-4 width, with other widths at similar rates. The notice highlights past value and new low pricing in the Bar gain department.
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A, G, Pollard & CO
Great Success At Lowell Fair On August Day
The Lowell fair draws large crowds with stock entries higher than any prior in society history. Ox pulling and trotting races attract visitors as a new kite flying display entertains attendees. An airship trial and parachute drops intrigue spectators, though a female parachutist injured when landing on a fence. Residents noted include H. C. Perham and Geo. C. Evans among many others. Prizes of 1000 dollars are offered for daily races in Rumford Portland on August 18, 1896.
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Lowell
H. C. Perham
Geo. C. Evans
Dowd
Myron Page
Julian Hood
Wm. Freeman
William Ready
L. W. Hawkes
Warren Stone
Moses T. Whittier
Chas. F. Keyes
Massachusetts Woman Drowns After Note Leaves Inaction
Nellie May Whitney, 25, of Attleboro, left a note before drowning herself in a pond citing intention of self harm. She had suffered a grip and rheumatism last year and grew despondent. A Roxbury man, M. Hummell, was arrested for taking a package from a U S mailbox. He will be charged with larceny after authorities ruled improper mailing.
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Nellie May Whitney
Attleboro
M. Hummell
Evergreen Street
Roxbury
United States
Hoar
Government Post Office
Hummell
Faulkner Mansion Fire On Belvidere Heights
Residents crowded the Belvidere hills to view the Faulkner mansion ruins once part of the Old Castle site. Faulkner disputed earlier reports about interior finishes and said the fire’s cause remains unknown while confirming most valuables were moved. He planned to rebuild despite an estimated loss over twenty thousand dollars above insured value.
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Belvidere
Faulkner
Samuel Wyman
Boston
Wyman
Fire in Wellman block sparks panic on Bridge Street
A large closet fire in the Wellman block rear on the second floor sent heavy smoke through upper rooms at 10 15 last night. A boy St Laurent escaped via a fire escape while a woman in robe de nuit climbed out with clothes in her arms. Firemen extinguished the blaze. the cause remains unknown.
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Wellman
Bridge and
Merrimack
St. Lawrence
Flaherty Forfeit Money Returned After Scales Fault
Martin Flaherty had surrendered a $250 forfeit to Dixon before a fight. Scales rated him half a pound overweight. later expert testing found the scales faulty. The money was returned after Dixon initially refused a refund, and legal action was avoided when it was released. Flaherty seeks a match with Frank Erne at 126 pounds in Buffalo in early September.
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Martin Flaherty
Dixon
Martin
Frank Erne
Buffalo
Parkes Wins 100 Yard Dash in Bleachery Battle
At the Fairgrounds in front of about 200 spectators, Parkes defeated Joseph Colman by six inches in a 100 yard dash. Parkes received a two and a half yard handicap, with George Pickett as the starter in a closely watched race that stirred much local talk.
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Fairgrounds
Frank Parkes
Joseph Colman
Parkes
George Pickett
Band Concerts on the Park at Fort Hill
The Lowell Military Band of 26 pieces led by J. A. Murphy will perform at Fort Hill park Thursday evening August 20 from 7 30 to 9 30. If stormy, the event moves to the next pleasant evening. Dancing by youths will be allowed on the green near the band stand. By direction of the managers Co A R Dimon treasurer.
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Lowell Military Band
J. A. Murphy
Fort Hill Park
A. R. Dimon
Richardson Declines Temporary Clerk Post
The assessors office faced clerical shortages as two temporary clerks were chosen, Charles H. Richardson and W. H. H. Brown, only for Richardson to resign and seek permanent work elsewhere. A third meeting was scheduled for 2:30 this afternoon to elect Richardson’s successor to finish filling the vacancy.
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Charles H. Richardson
Assessors’ Office
Joint Standing Committee On Finance and Accounts
Finance Committee
W. H. H. Brown
Board of Assessors
Richardson
A Pretty Wedding in Highland Hall
Joseph Dunn and Miss Sadie Goldman wed in Highland hall at seven last night in a ceremony led by Rabbis Spoher and Wolfson. About 100 friends attended as a large bridal party and orchestra provided music, followed by dancing and supper. The couple will reside at 9 Westford street with substantial gifts received from guests including many Boston and Nashua locals.
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Joseph Dunn
Sadie Goldman
Highland Hall
H. S. Spoher
Boston
Elias Wolfson
Lowell
Gertrude Krulewitch
Rosemond Goldman
Therese
Rhea
Rose Israel
May Richman
Alice Lewis
Annie Espowitch
Haverhill
Sadie Israel
Messrs
M. Cohen
M. Espowitch
L. Espowitch
Samuel Ratchkosky
Westford Street
Bernard Yaffe
Samuel Spence
Nashua
J. Harris
Ida Harris
Simon Harris
Harry Oranski
Dora Goldman
J. Coburn
H. Cole
Ratchkosky
Sadie Lewis
Etta Simon
J. Lewis
Aslander
New York
J. Chapiro
J. Bernstein
Lawrence
Lowell Veteran Firemen to Compete at New Bedford Muster
The Lowell Veteran Firemen's Association, 75 strong, left the northern depot at 5 45 am to attend the New England Firemen's muster in New Bedford. They will compete in the stream throwing contest for prizes and expect to win. The squad will travel on a special train at 12 noon and return early the next morning.
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Lowell Veteran Firemen’s Association
Northern
New England
New Bedford
Lowell
Snow on Mt Washington Two Inches Deep
Snow fell on the Mt Washington summit Tuesday afternoon reaching two inches and leaving a brief mid winter look. Early in the day clear atmosphere drew over 225 people to ascend by the railroad at noon. The evening temperature stood at 33 degrees.
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Mt. Washington
Serce suits in stock for early fall wear
A ready assortment of serge suits described as desirable for early fall. Notes soft touch, colorfastness, and quality finish. Sold in house or by Rozers Peet & Co with assured fit. Prices listed from $8.00 to $20.00.
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Rozers, Peet & Co
Putnam and Son Rally for August 26 Plan
The Lowell Non-Partisan Silver League announces its first regular meeting in Barristers hall room 15 tonight led by Squire O Connell and Rev Park A Bradford. Secretary William Cogger warns no trouble unless Murphyites attend. Rev Waldorf Jackson Jr remains in the background as to which league he will join. Joe Bickford may accompany him if he sides with either side. Miss Sheldon is slated to speak at the rally on the 26th and Joseph Bickford is expected to read an original poem.
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Lowell
Mr. Jackson
Joe Bickford
Miss Sheldon
Joseph Bickford
Rev. Jackson
W. J. Bryan
John F. Murphy
Mt Zion Lodge of Good Templars Meets with Visitors
Rev. W H Yarrow spoke to Mt Zion Lodge members with visitors from Granite Graniteville Florence North Chelmsford and city lodges. One candidate was initiated and several membership applications were received. A Nashua visit on September 14 was arranged and a Willow Dale picnic set for August 29.
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Mt. Zion
W. H. Yarrow
John Usher
Ida A. Tilton
George P. Tilton, Jr
Eirene Lodge
D. G. Co
T. Harry Richardson
North Chelmsford
Philbrick
Mountford
E.S. Varney
War path visit by Nashua Red Men to Passaconaway tribe
A score or more Red Men from Nashua visited Passaconaway in this city last night. After a reguar meeting a supper was served at the Washington house, with John Stevens of the Lowell tribes as toastmaster. Speakers included Sachem Kittredge, Prophet Peters, Sagamore Smith, Keeper Goward, Past Sachem Hickey and Brothers Breed, Doyle, Duggan, Steele and Dr Downs.
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Nashua
Washington House
John Stevens
Lowell
Sachem Kittredge
Prophet Peters
Sagamore Smith
Sachem Hickey
J. H. Breed
Doyle
Duggan
Steele
Downs
Messrs. Smith
Stevens
Breed
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Bishop Newman
Senator Stewart
Fay
New York Times
Atwood
Boodle
London
Oscar Wilde
Great Britain
Bessemer
Glidden Avenue
Marzinal Streets
Telegraphic
Associated Press
Custom House
Baseball
National League
Brooklyn
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Washington
N. E. League
Pawtucket
Portland
Brockton
Augusta
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Chicago
Pittsburg
Brooklyn Tenet E
Philadelphia Ee
Louisville
Fall River
Eeeneees
Bangor
Pawtucket Teens
Settee
the Majestic
New England Fair
Massachusetts
Madras
Fashion’s Corner
Hell
MR. Faulkner
Charles
Rodier
Tldric St. Pierre
Joseph Whitney
James O’brien
James Addie
State Farm
Patrick Brown
Thomas F. Totton
Farrington
Peter Wood
Elmire Morin
John T. Emmot
Lizzie de L’etoile
Neshua
Lizzie
Emmott
Emmett
James Pettigrew
D. J. Donahue
Frederick Faulkner
John A. Faulkner
Francis Faulkner
Flaherty
Oman
Hood
SERCE
Putnam & Son
Central Street
New Silver League
Ayer
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