Long chase ends as Boston police nab Sioux City forger
Inspectors Bogan and Burke caught James H. Morton, 3865, of Sioux City, and his wife in a Boston Newton street apartment. Morton is wanted for forging and uttering an order for up to 2100.56 dollars on the First National Bank of Sioux City. Sheriff Davenport pursued them from Sioux City through Chicago, New York, Montreal to Boston. Morton resisted capture by disguises and wigs but was arrested. his wife was not charged.
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Boston
Bogan and Burke
Sioux City
Chicago
New York
Montreal
Newton Street
James H. Morton
First National Bank
Morton
William C. Davenport
Woodbury County
Iowa
Springfield
Davenport
Watts
Burke and Bogan
South Terminal
West End
Mortons
Mrs. Morton
Murphy's Friends Lose Places on Boston's Pay Roll
Boston December 14 Mayor Quincy and department heads announced mass layoffs across city offices. John R Murphy supporters face removal as civil service exams loom. In the street department twenty six inspectors and many laborers are suspended. sewer division mostly spared. Officials cite lack of funds and political shifts after election.
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Boston
Quincy
John R. Murphy
Murphy
Mayor-el Ct
Democratic Party
Istani
Pardon Plea Sought for Foley in Foster Murder Case
An Irish appeal from Foley’s aging parents to President McKinley asks clemency. The request, sent to Governor Welckett, seeks a prison review by the state prison commissioners. Foster was killed September 11, 1894, during a highway robbery after a pursuit. Foley Sullivan and Neagle were convicted and remain jailed.
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Boston
McKinley
Patrick J. Foley
Dorevy S. Foster
Whearn
Keay County
Ireland
Welket
Welcett
Foster
Woburn
Billerica
Foley
Patrick Sullivan
Cornelius’ Neagle
Seery Trial Evidence From Brother and Police Chief
In Dedham on December 14, Patrick Seery and Chief Duncan testified in the murder trial of John and Joseph Seery. Patrick, a Hyde Park resident, described finding John intoxicated at the scene and noted Joseph returned with a lip cut and bloodied shirt after a fight with John. He said their mother habitually drank Fridays and stayed drunk through Monday.
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Dedham
John
Joseph Seery
Patrick Seery
Duncan
Hyde Park
Joseph
Witress
Mysterious murder case details unfold in court notes
Medical Examiner Hougden described bruising on the deceased and bloodstains on the quilt and floors. Police Chief Drugan detailed the body condition and the brothers arrest. Both defendants gave conflicting stories about the night, with missing items reported at the house. Court adjourned to continue testimony.
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John
Joseph
Hougden
Prom
Pr. Pratt
Drugan
Chiefs of Police Split Over Whipping Post Idea
Chicago dispatch reports mixed views from city chiefs on using the whipping post for criminals. Kansas City and Omaha leaders support light and severe forms, while Indianapolis favors harsher treatment and repeated whipping. Minneapolis and Buffalo chiefs oppose the measure.
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Chicago
John Hayes
Kansas City
John J. Donahue
Omaha
Quigley
Indianapolis
Doyle
Minneapolis
Bull
Buffalo
United Confederate Veterans Seek Beauvoir Purchase for Industrial Farm
A delegation from the United Confederate Veterans visited Beauvoir near Mississippi City to urge buying the Jefferson Davis home estate for an industrial farm for veterans unable to support themselves. The 1000 acre property includes 100 cleared, timber for sawmills, and the house in good condition. Mrs. Jefferson Davis may move to New Orleans if sale occurs.
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New Orleans
United Confederate Veterans
Beauvoir
Jefferson Davis
Mississippi City
Gulf Coast
Confederate Veterans’ Association
Bryan would not accept Nebraska senate offer says he would not join
Austin Texas December 14 William J Bryan states in an interview he would not have accepted the Nebraska United States senate appointment if offered by Governor Poynter. He notes telegrams from eastern Democratic leaders urging acceptance and suggests some want him in the Senate to shelve him as a future presidential candidate.
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Austin
Tex
Wiliam J. Bryan
United States
Nebraska
Poynter
Bryan
United States Senate
Fire destroys Western Pennsylvania Institute for the Deaf and Dumb
Pittsburg Pa December 14 The Western Pennsylvania Institute for deaf and dumb at Edgewood was completely burned this evening. Four hundred pupils were panic stricken but teachers secured control and it is believed all were saved. The five story brick building covered an acre and was a leading state institute offering general education and trades. The value of the destroyed property is very large and the origin of the fire remains a mystery.
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Pittsburg
Western Pennsylvania Institute For Deaf and Dumb
Edgewood
Cuttlefish Deception and Genuine Medical Advice
A critique of deceptive advertisements promising women’s medical guidance, noting the real value of Dr. R V Pierce’s free letter consultations. The piece stresses that unqualified female advice is risky, while Pierce’s thirty year record and ninety eight percent cure rate are highlighted as legitimate. Sick women are urged to consult by letter, with confidentiality and no fee.
Secrets of Nature Hidden From the Unobservant
The essay argues insight comes from inner focus. John Burroughs and Thoreau illustrate how deliberate intention reveals birds and natural wonders. A porch talk reveals a man who cannot see what his heart does not seek.
Irving’s First Night on Stage in 1856
Henry Irving recalls his 1856 Sunderland stage debut at the Lyceum theatre under manager Davis. He played Gaston in Richelieu, spoke the opening line, and felt both thrill and doubt as he imagined future fame. The night marked a personal milestone with little public fanfare.
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New York
London
Lyceum Theatre
Richelieu
Sunderland
Gaston
Duke of Orleans
Stees
Henry Irving
Food Prices and Groceries Listed in Local Market
A scanned market list shows prices for staple grains and feeds such as corn, oats, barley and bran, with figures per ton. It also includes varied produce and fruits like apples, grapes, oranges, bananas and nuts, plus fish and seafood items priced per pound or per box, reflecting a broad local goods roundup.
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Sovereign Remedy CO
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Yale
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Lowell
Buttrick & Co
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E. A. Wilson & Co
Killpartrick Res
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Prescott Street
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Cumberland
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Doz Prag
Aaron S. Thompson
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Edgar A. Barrell
Swan Bldg
Ada Huriley Pillsbury
Emma Manning Hurtley
Middlesex Women’s Club
Palmer St
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Ellingwood & Co
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Col Cole
ELY Brothers
Warren Street
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Charles Frohman
White Horse Tavern
Stetson
Ima
William Gillette
Jere
McAuliffe Stock Company
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W. Li. Bissell
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Katueriae Bingham
First Congregational Church
Working People's Service
Thomas F. Connolly
Lee’s Carders
Pickers’ Union
Alexander Ray
Irene Pindar
Henry W. Brown
Andover Glee Club
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Geo. B. Coburn
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Courier- Oftmzen
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We Dye Works
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Laughlin
Dilem
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Troom
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Third Street
Stackpole Street
Carisle
Chelmsford Street
Coureh Street
Church Street
Lincoln Street
Real
I. EE. Elliott
Antral Street
Lewis D. Gumb
Gorham Street
Ours
Newport Fish Co
Central ST
Lowell Exchange
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Wesear
New Eng
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the Courier- Citizen
Burton H. Wiggin
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Franklin and Willie Streets
Father Joan
Carrieton Hovey's
Dodger
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Sewall G. Mack
Jacob Rogers
Sam'l E. Raymond
Levi Sprague
Alex. G.cummnock
George S. Motley, Edward M. Tucke
Edward N. Burke
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