Senate Debates on Teacher Retirement Fund and Highways
Beacon Hill notes show a tense session over a Boston teachers retirement fund bill. Senators debate optional membership for future teachers, while a separate highway plan and other measures face votes and amendments. A separate poisoning murder case is described with autopsy results and suspect details.
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Mass Meeting at Faneuil Hall Denounces Imperial Policy
Boston June 15 A large mass meeting at Faneuil Hall denounces imperialism and war for conquest. Prominent speakers including Edward Atkinson Edward Everett Dale and others uphold a policy of liberty and nonterritorial expansion. Resolutions urge pacification of Cuba under the joint Congressional pledge and demand domestic reform first.
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Widow 76 Murdered in Ashland Street Home
The body of Mrs. Julia C. Brown 76 living with her two sons at 80 Ashland Street was found dead in her bed this morning. Police noted no footprints. sons Ernest and William D. Brown were detained for further examination after investigators learned of blood near the head and on furniture. Dr Lovell and undertaker Jaisdell were involved in the early response.
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Jaisdell
New Tuberculosis Law Reforms Massachusetts Cattle Rules
Boston June 15 The committee on agriculture approved a bill revising the law on contagious diseases among domestic animals focusing on cattle tuberculosis The board of cattle commissioners will be replaced by a single commissioner and a deputy appointed by the Governor Tuberculin testing is banned for officials and condemned cattle are paid at half value A $25 000 appropriation funds the act Local authorities will appraise and condemnations require physical examination.
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Committee On Agriculture
Board of Cattle Commissioners
Governor Wolcott Names Appointees to State Boards
Boston June 15 Governor Wolcott announced several appointments Henry Nourse of Lancaster to the board of lunacy and charity replacing George W Johnson who declined reappointment Leontine Lincoln reappointed to the same board Elizabeth G Evans of Boston appointed trustee Lyman and Industrial school J H Hecht of Boston trustee Tewksbury Alms House and State Farm Leonard Hunstress of Lowell Payson W Lyman of Fall River reappointed to the same board David P Kimball of Boston trustee Massachusetts General Hospital Henry R Hitchcock of Hyde Park assistant medical examiner Norfolk county George F Thomas of Belchertown assistant medical examiner Hampden county Orestes T Doe of Franklin justice new district court western Norfolk
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Board of Lunacy and Charity
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Lyman and Industrial School
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Tewksbury Almshouse
State Farm
Leonard Huntress
Lowell
Mrs Eliza J H Andrew Funeral in Hingham
The funeral of Mrs Eliza J H Andrew widow of Gov John A Andrew was held at the New North Unitarian church in Hingham with Rev Charles H Porter Jr and Rev John W Day officiating A quartet sang Lead Kindly Light Nearer My God to Thee and Abide With Me Mr Frank Nash played the organ The simple services were well attended and she was buried beside her husband in the family lot at Hingham cemetery with committal at the grave.
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Electrocution Building Plans Discussed by Council
Boston June 15 The executive council met to review plans for a new electrocution building at the state prison. Warden Bridges and Superintendent Pettigrove presented brick structure plans with a total cost not to exceed 5000 to 6000 dollars. The Legislature has appropriated 7500 dollars for the project.
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Wife Suspected in Maine Man's Death by Gunshot
Everett White of Chelsea near Hallowell died from a pistol wound in the early hours. Coroner orders an inquest as Mrs White, her mother, and boarder John Regan dispute whether it was suicide or foul play. Neighbors note domestic quarrels and a liquor search yesterday.
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Local endorsements tout Doan's Kidney Pills
A reader from 12 Garnet street recounts years of kidney trouble, failing remedies, and eventual relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills from Ellingwood & Co. The testimonial asserts full recovery and urges others to buy Doan's pills, priced at 50 cents, mailed by Foster Milburn Co. in Buffalo, NY. Remember the name Doan's.
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Boston Nine Triumphs Over Philadelphia 12 to 6
Boston won easily as Philadelphia failed to bat well against Lewis. Cross starred at short with two errors excusable. Other games noted: Brooklyn 6 Detroit? No, score Brooklyn 6, New York 1. Baltimore 8, Washington 1. Chicago 11, St. Louis 0. Louisville 5, Cincinnati 4. Cleveland 4, Pittsburgh 0.
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The History Lesson That Wears Children Out
A Lowell Normal School talk condemns overbearing school methods and endless facts. It argues true learning hinges on salient dates and central ideas, not exhaustive memory. The speaker recalls Prof Crosby testing pupils with a northward walk and a math problem to illustrate mental fatigue from routine drills.
Lessons on Naturalism and History in a Normal School
A speaker argues for assuming every child has brains and learning should build on natural interests. He cites Agassiz, Horace Mann, and real classroom anecdotes to urge experiential history, readable language, and subsidiary facts that bring history alive. The mayor congratulates the graduates in a closing address.
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Springfield
Board of Education
Horace Mann
Massachusetts
Committeerman
Prof. Agassiz
United States
Clers
Forethought and Frugality Urged for Prosperity
An article stresses planning to seize opportunities and save time and money. It contrasts a prudent household with Chamberlain's remedy being kept on hand against illness versus the shiftless approach that risks costly doctor bills. Fore sale by Ellingwood & Co at Merrimack Central and Middlesex Central.
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Middlesex
Lighthouse Ode Honors Lowell Normal School Dedication
Students and teachers sang as an original dedication ode by Hugh J. Molloy was read at the Lowell Normal School event on June 16 1898 Fiat Lux. The poem praises guiding light like a lighthouse for mariners and the village school as guardian of the people’s rule across the nation, from Atlantic to Pacific.
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Lowell Normal School
Atlantic
Pacific
Wisdom
Asthma remedy claim for Hyomei inhaler in ad text
An advertising piece touts Hyomei and related products from the R. T. Booth Co claiming quick relief and cure for asthma and bronchial conditions. It promotes home use without visits, guarantees refunds, and provides purchase options via druggists or mail order with addresses in Boston and New York.
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