New York Stock Market Opens Irregularly As Shares Move
New York July 30 The stock market opened irregular within a narrow range with light business. Amalgamated 67 Chicago & Eastern Illinois 3 Illinois Central and others showed selective gains while many rails slipped. noon trading saw a rally then a renewed decline as bonds moved irregularly.
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Amalgamated
Atchison
Baltimore & Ohio
Brooklyn Transit
Canadian Pacific
Erie
Louisville
Manhattan
Missouri Pacific
New York Central
Norfolk & Western
Ontario & Western
Pennsylvania
Reading
St. Paul
Sugar
Southern Pacific
Chicago
Northwestern
Lackawanna
Rock Island
Colorado
Lastaight
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Illinois
Southern
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Western Union A
Futures open steady with varied July to March bids
New York on July 30 saw futures openings with July at 8.51 August 8.18 September 7.81 October 7.70 November 7.60 December 7.59 bids January 7.00 February 7.60 March 7.59.
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New York
Gold engagements and dividend disbursements in August
Ladenburg Thalman Co and Heinerbach Ickleheimer Co have engaged about $600,000 in gold at the assay office, with a similar sum reportedly set for shipment tomorrow. Dividend disbursements by industrial companies for August total $17,264,600, smaller than any prior month this year, though a cut from July’s large semi annual payments was anticipated by the New York Journal of Commerce.
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New York Journal of Commerce
Funeral Notices and Obituaries Over Two Pages
The list records multiple funerals from homes on Gorham Cross and West Street with burials at St Patrick's and Edson cemeteries. Names include Mabel Sheehan Thomas D Rogers Miss Mabel Evans Mary A Connolly and Laura May Smith with undertakers Rogers Weinbeck Molloy Savage-Ducey. Several city obituaries conclude with local readings. Public curiosity on Miss Mary Maclane’s forthcoming book evokes reader interest.
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Mabel Sheehan
Gorham Street
St. Patrick's Cemetery
Rogers
Thomas D. Rogers
Edson Cemetery
St. Patrick’s Cemetery
Fr. McDermod
Mabel
Councilman Adams Off Night at City Hall and OConnor Holdover
City hall notes reveal John J. OConnor remains a holdover on the board of health after aldermen refused to confirm his successor Beaulieu. The debate centers on appointing a physician aligned with health interests. Councilman Cecil L. Adams had an awkward exchange over a misrouted carriage to the Country club, delaying in late hours. City offices will generally close tomorrow except for a 1 pm visit for visiting mayors.
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Adams
City Hall
John J. O'Connor
Board of Health
O'Connor
George W. Fifield
Beaulieu
John H. Beaulieu
Cecil L. Adams
Steamers Arrive as Graf Waldersee Reaches New York
Marine news reports the Graf Waldersee arriving in New York on July 3 from Hamburg. The steamship event highlights arrivals in the harbor with Graf Waldersee as the notable vessel in port.
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New York
Graf Waldersee
Hamburg
Drunken Watchman Burned in Wall Paper Fire
Des Moines police report a fatal blaze at the Stoner Wall Paper plant in South Des Moines. Night watchman David Watt died, while J P Miller, a night guard at Long Shore mill, was dying. Fire destroyed about 50000 dollars worth of property after the men reportedly drank together and fell asleep, and liquor may have sparked the fire.
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Des Moines
Stoner Wall Paper Company
David Watt
J. P. Miller
Long Shore
Wall Paper Company
Bolting the Ticket in Barre Vermont Caucus Shock
Surprise hit Barre Vermont as a Republican caucus was called for Friday to elect a new city committee after five of seven members elected last June resigned. They favored Hon. F W Clement of Rutland the Independent local option candidate for governor. The Clement camp and regular Republicans misread the party’s stance.
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Barre
F. W. Clement
Rutland
Old Home Week Observances Varied Across Massachusetts
In Massachusetts Old Home Week Tuesday celebrations featured diverse events. Salem held a Masonic celebration while Barnstable hosted a town dinner. Hanson drew notable speakers Charles Mamlin and William Lovering. Fitchburg showcased a big parade and an old-time firemen’s muster. Templeton focused on a family reunion. Northfield marked D L Moody’s legacy with an oration by Rev G F Pentacost. 700 people joined a parade to Washington Square and The Willows. Knights then traveled by steamer New Brunswick for shore activities and a vaudeville show before a pavilion dinner.
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Boston
Salem
Hubbardston
Hanson
Plymouth County
Charless. Mamlin
Washington Square
Willows
Fort and
Columbus Avenues
New Brunswick
Knights Templars Day Opens Salem Gate to Guests
In Salem Old Home Week Knights Templars Day opened the gates for visiting orders from Massachusetts Rhode Island New Hampshire and Concord N H. The parade formed by police and cadet bands moved to the station to greet grand commanderies and visiting knights including Mount Horeb Pilgrim and Beauseant commanderies. Hart's battery fired a salute as the procession began through the harbor shore events and a theatre outing followed later.
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Salem
Knights Templars
Winslow Lewis Commandery
New Hampshire
the Willows
Boston and Maine
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Mount Horeb
Concord
N. H
Pilgrim
Laconia
Beauseant
Malden
K. T
Charles S. Parker
Geo. St. Clair
Lynn
Mass
William F. Meddling
Roosevelt Outing With Mrs Roosevelt At Sagamore Hill
President Roosevelt left Sagamore Hill with Mrs. Roosevelt for an outing after handling routine business by mail from Washington. The Mayflower sailed to Gardiner's Bay for days of target practice before joining the North Atlantic squadron. the Sylph will replace it, carrying Senator Thomas C. Platt and Colonel George W. Dunn to New York.
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Oyster Bay
N. Y
Roosevelt
Washington
Sagamore Hill
George W. Dunn
New York
Republican State Committee
Williams appeals after probate ruling in Starkweather estate
George Fred Williams of Boston filed an appeal from the probate court decree of Pawtucket dated July 9 finding him guilty of unfaithful administration of the late Anthony M. Starkweather estate. He claims the decree aggrieved him and notes Joseph A. Starkweather as administrator.
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R. L
George Fred Williams
Boston
Tonday
Probate Court of
Pawtucket
Anthony M. Starkweather
Supreme Court
Joseph A. Starkweather
Fitchburg Old Home Week Parade Delights Citizens
July 29 marked the main day of Fitchburg Old Home Week with a grand civic and military parade featuring military and secret organizations and the fire department, reviewed by Mayor Babbitt. John W. Kimball served as chief marshal. A band concert and Fitchburg German society exhibition followed, and a large crowd watched a practical fire apparatus display in the afternoon.
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Fitchburg
Fire Department
Babbitt
John W. Kimball
Old Home Week Highlights With National Speakers
Hanson hosts Old Home Week with literary exercises and public meetings in the town hall. Arthur C. Thompson welcomed guests, answered by Hon. A. D. Barker of Brockton. Boston’s Hon. Charles S. Hamlin gave the principal address as George E. Thomas read a historical sketch. Athletic events accompanied the day. Congressman W. C. Lovering of Taunton to speak in the evening.
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George E. Thomas
W. C. Lovering
Taunton
Old Home Week Draws 1200 Visitors to Harwich Events
More than 1200 people arrived in Harwich for Old Home Week with trains bringing crowds. Visitors were welcomed at Brooks Grove reception and athletic events were held. Addresses were given by ex Governor Frank W. Rollins and Speaker James J. Myers. An Exchange Hall ball followed and a picnic is planned for Ocean Grove Campground tomorrow with sports on the program.
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Brooks Grove
Frank W. Rollins
New Hampshire
James J. Myers
House of Representatives
Exchange Hall
Ocean Grove
Harwichport
Executor Williams Cleared in Starkweather Judgment Case
The decree states Williams had no interest in the estate and was not guilty as alleged. It finds he neglected to raise funds from the Starkweather estate or to hand over money to liquidate a $2865.09 judgment debt recovered February 2, 1900. Starkweather's complaint claimed funds existed but were not paid. The case lingered in court for years.
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Williams
Starkweather
End of Coal
Philadelphia reports that anthracite coal reserves held by railroads and dealers may run out by mid September at current consumption. Claims that railroads are releasing reserve coal to retailers are said to be false. Only the Pennsylvania Railroad reportedly released seized coal. others retain it for their own use.
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Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad
Yacht Designer Crowninshield Fined for Assault
Salem July 29. Yacht designer B B Crowninshield was fined $20 after a jury found him guilty of assaulting Adolphus G McVey yachting expert of the Boston Herald. The incident occurred at the trial races of the yacht Hades when Crowninshield leaped onto the wharf and struck McVey after remarks about his wife Mrs Crowninshield. The court noted restraint in the face of insult but said taking the law into one’s own hands cannot be lightly passed.
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Salem
Marblehead
North Shore
B. B. Crowninshield
Holden
Adolphus G. McVey
Boston Herald
McVey
Crowninshield
Mr. McVey
Beartlett
Hades
Crowninshields
Bartlett
Moulton
Outlook Beats Hades In First Real Trial
In Manchester on July 29 Outlook won the first real trial against Quincy cup defenders Hades. The Outlook finished eight minutes ahead of Hades on a nine and a half mile triangular course. The winner dominated in all classes except running, proving superiority in light winds.
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Manchester
Crank Dead in Manchester Neighbor dispute over fence and tenement
John Davis a 76 year old man living alone in a once grand Harrison and Union streets house was found dead on the grass plot near his home at five this morning. He was noted for building a ten foot plain board fence around his horse and a cheaply built tenement with one tenant. His death follows tension with neighbors in a fashionable area. He leaves a brother and sister in Hooksett.
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Manchester
N. H
John Davis
Harrison and
Union Streets
Davis
Hooksett
Four Men Tramping Through New Hampshire Names Revealed
George Hobson Joseph Sargent Richmond Fletcher and John Mather are named as a group of travelers seen hiking across New Hampshire. The report notes their identification in a local spot during a period of exploration and outdoor activity.
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George Hobson
Joseph Sargent
Richmond Fletcher
John Mather
New Hampshire
American Coal Faces Market Challenge in Marseille
London reports from the British consul at Marseilles show American coal could not hold the market under current conditions. A temporary import drop followed British price declines, but if British prices rise, American coal may regain access to the Mediterranean. The consul notes American coal will reach ports once mined coal is transported to Mediterranean ports, challenging British coal at that expense.
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London
Marseilles
Mediterranean
Rug Strike Persists as 5000 Workmen Idle in Philadelphia
Philadelphia July 29 The ten week rug weavers strike remains active though a wage scale was agreed. William T. Smith Co will not discharge one non union worker, blocking adjournment. Other mills plan to resume but will stay closed while Smith & Co delays. About 5000 workers affected.
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Philadelphia
William T. Smith & Co
Smith & Co
Yaqui Outbreak Near Hermosillo Sparks Texas Fight
A Tucson dispatch reports thirty Yaquis including many women attacked the Carmen ranch near Hermosillo on Saturday. Mexican troops rescued the area as two women and five men died in the clash. Fifteen prisoners including two chiefs were taken to Hermosillo for sentencing by General Toros.
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San Francisco
Cal
Tucson
Ariz
Carmen Ranch
Hermossillo
Toros
Slices of Pork
Washington July 29 Captain Harry Taylor in his annual report to the chief of engineers for the river and harbor district including parts of Maine and Massachusetts submits estimates for fiscal year 1904. Items listed include Saco river Maine 70 000 Cocheco river New Hampshire 40 000 Newburyport harbor 234 047 Merrimack river 91 442 Pow wow river 49 000 Harbor of Refuge at Sandy Bay Cape Ann 500 000 to complete the project 3 650 000 Gloucester Harbor 200 000 harbor at Burlington Vermont 40 000.
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Harry Taylor
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Massachusetts
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Cocheco River
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Union leader warns on foreign strikebreakers in railroads
Secretary Grace of the Machinists' union reports immigration bureau information that efforts to bring in foreigners to replace strikers on railroads will be acted upon promptly. Grace says Union Pacific plans to hire men from Scotland and England to fill strike positions, prompting immediate scrutiny.
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Woman cyclist covers 34 miles in hour on track
New York July 29 Miss Lottie Brandon known as a century rider pedalled 33 miles 715 yards in one hour on the quarter mile board track at Vailsburg New Jersey. The feat surpassed by nearly eight miles any other woman in the same time.
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New York
Lottie Brandon
Vailsburg
N. J
Judge rules against Cleveland leaders in tax mandamus
In Cleveland Ohio on July 29 Judge Phillips of the common pleas court ruled against Mayor Johnson and the city in mandamus actions seeking to force County Auditor Craig to place an $18 million local tax increase on the tax duplicate. The state board of tax revision had remitted the increase, and the court found its decision final. An appeal is expected.
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Phillips
The
Common Pleas Court
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City of
Cleveland
Craig
City Board of Equalization
State Board of Tax Revision
State Board
Mauvezin wins Stewards Cup at Goodwood race
Mauvezin won the Stewards Cup of 30% sovereigns and also took a handicap sweepstakes of 10 sovereigns for three year olds and up over about three quarters of a mile at Goodwood. O Donovan Rossa was second and Master Willie third among twenty three runners.
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London
Portuguese West Africa unrest fears uprising in Luanda
Reports from Portuguese West Africa indicate growing disorder as garrisons are attacked and factories burned in Luanda province. Officials fear a general uprising amid mounting violence and unrest.
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Lisbon
Cough Remedy Praised By Editor For Child’s Recovery
A World Herald editor from Fair Haven Washington credits Chamberlains Cough Remedy with saving his son from severe whooping cough attacks and potential pneumonia and croup. The testimonial notes the product is sold by all druggists.
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Chamberlain
H. J. Strickfaden
World-Herald
Fair Haven
Wash
The Woman Proposed. One Marriage Thus Contracted
Clara Morris notes a woman who proposed to a shy man at a boarding house and married him. She pushed him to a higher financial ladder while neglecting domestic duties, leaving the father to care for the children. The husband recalled on his deathbed that love matters more than money, while the wife boasted of her influence on his success.
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Clara Morris
Mose Obeyed Orders In Rain Watering Tale
A humorous Uncle Remus anecdote from the New York Herald recounts Mose the gardener faithfully watering Mrs Harris flowers in the rain. He explains he follows Mrs Harris orders daily until her return, despite the downpour and the lack of a rain allowance.
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Mose
Remus
Joel Chandler Harris
Mrs. Harris
Harris
Kase
New York Herald
Sunday Rest Benefits Workers, Study Finds
A Pennsylvania railroad official conducted a study with two groups from a freight house. One group rested on Sunday while the other worked. On the next Monday the non resting group showed a 10 percent drop in efficiency, worsening each day, while the rested group remained as productive in week two as in week one.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
The End of Man Reflections on Life and Eternity
The speaker grows older and nearer eternity, recalling the catechism question learned in youth. The reminder that man’s great end is to glorify God and enjoy him forever deepens with age, echoing Carlyle’s sentiment.
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Carlyle
Interest in funding Santos-Dumont ocean crossing
A reader suggests paying $1,000 for the chance to witness Santos-Dumont cross the ocean in two days. Hetty Green is cited as unlikely to fund the boy, but she might be persuaded to contribute if it serves science.
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Santos-Dumont
Hetty Green
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