Light Docket Highlights City Court Drunk Records
A light police court docket featured quick dispositions for alcohol cases and probation actions. Ralph A. Clark, arrested drunk at his doorway on Union Street, received six months probation after Citizens League intervention. other offenders faced fines, bonds, or continued hearings.
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Citizens’ Law Enforcement League
Ralph A. Clark
Clark
Capias
Union Street
Hessian
Dacey
League
Ark
Horse Put Down After Harrowing Injury at Smithy
A horse owned by Patrick Boland the Middlesex street blacksmith was shot Sunday morning by Humane Society Agent C F Richardson after it became cast in its stall and battered its head, tearing skull tissue and losing breastbone flesh. The animal was euthanized with Boland informed of the necessity.
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Patrick Boland
Middlesex Street
C. F. Richardson
The
Humane Society
Timely Act Stops Trains Near Burning Bridge in Williamstown
Railroad worker Charles Snidawin spotted a bridge on the Boston & Maine line near Cole's crossing afire as ties burned and rails warped. He halted a westbound freight then two express trains from the east and west, aiding an emergency water brigade with the engine tender. A forest fire at East Mountain destroyed a dining pavilion, hall, kitchen building, ice house, storehouse and shed valued around 3000 dollars, but nearby homes were saved by volunteers.
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Williamstown
Charles Snidawin
Boston & Maine Railroad
Snidawin
Fitchburg
Cole’s Crossing
East Mountain
Cole's Grove
Alice Brown
Edward Departs in Splendid Paris Farewell
King Edward left the Invalides station for Cherbourg amid cannon fire and massive crowds. President Loubet rode with him in a state coach as Combes and Delcasse followed. the occasion featured Vive le roi chants and a band playing God Save the King.
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Paris
Edward
the Invalides
Cherbourg
Loubet
Combes
Delcasse
Avenue de Marigny
Pont Alexandre
Esplanade Des Invalides
Republican Guard
King
Lockout in Force at Ballston Mill Over Wage Demands
Ballston New York May 4 The local paper mill of National Folding Box and Paper company was shut down by a lockout after workers demanded a 16 percent wage increase and recognition of the Federation of Labor. Superintendent Rooney refused recognition and locked the doors after dismantling machinery.
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Ballston
N. Y
National Folding Box and Paper Company
New York
New Haven
Rooney
Federation of Labor
Spectacular Review Draws 100000 in Rome From Emperor William
Rome May 4. Heavy rains moved the parade to Centocelle for Emperor William's honor review. About 25000 troops posed as 100000 spectators watched from afar. The two sovereigns, six princes, and 300 officers glittered in the sun while Queen Helen rode in a state carriage. The Emperor praised the Bersaglieri regiments.
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Rome
William
Centocelle
Campagna Romana
Humbert
Frederick William
Prince Estel
Helen
Mountain Crumbling Forces Halt on Alberta Work
In Blairmore NWT on May 4 a limestone slide endangered Frank town. Police restrict access as crews observe widening crevice and fear a second slide. Canadian Pacific Railway suspends reconstruction. government plans to push powder blasting to secure the mountain after property removal.
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Blairmore
Frank
Canadian Pacific Railroad Company
Taylor
Drivers Threaten Citywide Strike Over Wages
Eight hundred truck and wagon drivers in New Haven will strike next Wednesday morning unless employers sign a wage agreement. Union demand is $10.50 weekly for single drivers and $12 for double drivers. Several firms have signed the agreement and their workers, about 150 in number, will not strike.
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New Haven
Conn
Buckland and Barrett win verdicts against Boston & Northern
In Superior Civil Court Buckland and Barrett secured verdicts for damages of 563 and 1235 respectively after trials over injuries from collisions with a street railway car on Middlesex street. Attorneys Kerwin Dunbar represented plaintiffs. Richardson Trull Wier defendants. Kennedy Sues Merrimack Paving for 10000 after asphalt plant accident near Broadway. Kennedy testified detailing injuries from broken spokes while adjusting belt.
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Gardner E. Buckland
Charles H. Barrett
Boston & Northern Street Railway Co
Superior Civil Court
Mr. Buckland
Barrett
Buckland
Middlesex Street
James J. Kerwin
F. B. Dunbar
Richardsons, Trull & Wier
Merrimack Paving Company
J. J
W. A. Hogan
F. E. Dunbar
George C. Kennedy
Broadway
Locks and Canals
Kennedy
Antiphonal Service at Worthen Street Baptist Church
Rev. Charles R. McNally preached on faith from the text Oh ye of little faith. Christ found believers with little faith yet life depends on faith. An antiphonal praise service filled the auditorium with a 50 voice choir led by Fred G. Bond. Three candidates were baptized after the sermon The Ladies Missionary Society will meet Tuesday at Mrs Wiggin’s home Franklin and Willie streets.
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Worthen Street Baptist Church
Charles R. McNally
Christ
Fred G. Bond
Ladies’ Missionary Society
Wm. H. Wiggin
Franklin and
Willie Streets
Hostler Trampled to Death by Horse at Local Stable
Springfield May 4 Frank Brady 25 a hostler was killed when he fell into a stall and was trampled by a horse in B L Waters stable. His chest ribs were crushed and his face was severely lacerated in the accident early this morning.
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Springfield
Frank Brady
B. L. Waters
Attitude of Crown Toward Whitaker Wright Discussed
London May 4 Premier Balfour in the House of Commons discounted the suggestion that the attitude of the law officers of the Crown toward the Whitaker Wright prosecution could be usefully discussed on the vote for their salaries. He said the attorney general’s actions should not be debated while Wright’s prosecution is pending.
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London
Balfour
House of Commons
Whitaker Wright
New York
Wright
Wyoming to sail on 48 hour trial voyage
San Francisco reports the harbor defence monitor Wyoming will depart for a sea trial tomorrow lasting 48 hours under the naval rule requiring a final trial within six months after completion before acceptance from builders. It is expected to meet all requirements for formal government reception.
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San Francisco
Wyoming
Laborers Wanted for Boston Tunnel Construction
Boston Tunnel Construction Co seeks several laborers for steady work and good wages. Apply in person at 23 Lewis St East Boston at 6 30 a m or 6 80 a m. ers m6 12t
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Boston Tunnel Construction Co
Lewis St
East
Boston
Accused of stealing copper wire from railroad property
Samuel C Pattiow aged 65 was arrested on Fletcher street by Inspector Donaldson and Officer Bumps on charges of larceny of copper wire from the Boston and Northern feet Railway company. He had 6 to 8 pounds in possession. Authorities allege 38 pounds were stolen on April 20, from between tracks on First street. The wire, called supplementary wire, was taken from the company’s right of way.
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Samuel C. Pattiow
Fletcher Street
Donaldson
Bumps
Boston & Northern Feet Railway Company
First Street
Lowell Institution for Savings Raises Interest Rate
The Lowell Institution for Savings has increased its rate from 8 percent to 3 percent per annum, reflecting a notable shift in its savings offerings and potential impact on depositors and market competitiveness.
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Lowell Institution For Savings
Police Guard as Italian Rock Drill Strike Expands in Bronx
In New York on May 4 police protected 1200 workers at water main excavations in the Bronx where Italian strikers say 15,000 men are on strike citywide. Rumors of a 300-strong march circulated while bands shouted at workers. police ordered unworking Italians to move on and a box of explosives was buried under guard.
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New York
Bronx
Agent Landau
Maine Ordered Back to Cramp's Yard
The Maine was transferred from League Island to Cramp's shipyard for repairs after target practice damage in West Indian waters. The naval survey board said the damage was slight and the work should be completed soon.
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Philadelphia
Maine
League Island Navy Yard
Cramp’s
Naval Survey Board
Ask your doctor about Ayer's Cherry Pectoral today
A brief urging readers to consult a physician about using Ayer's Cherry Pectoral for respiratory illnesses. The ad emphasizes trusting the doctor and mentions common conditions like colds coughs croup asthma bronchitis and consumption. The phrasing reflects a period advertisement tone.
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Ayer
New Park Superintendent Chosen and Commission Organizes
The park commission elected Charles A. Whittet superintendent of parks and commons at a forenoon meeting. John G. Jackson will finish the week as head, with Whittet starting Saturday. Whittet, a florist at 217 Moore Street, previously led the department in 1899 and has authority to hire staff and run the system free from politics.
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Park Commission
Charles A. Whitter
Parks and Commons
Sruiday
John G. Jackson
Mr. Whittet
Moore Street
Alexander Whittet
William D. Whittet
Commons
John J. Pickman
John E. Drury
Bowers
Whittet
Man Slaughter Case In Salem Boarder Death
Edward W McGreggor James McLoud and Charles Carter were arraigned before Judge Safford in the first district court on manslaughter charges in the death of Charles Ritchie at a Beverly boarding house. They pled not guilty and were held for a further hearing. Ritchie died from a broken neck after a fall from stairs following a quarrel in McGreggor's room as Salem opened its license regime.
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Salem
Edward W. McGreggor
James McLoud
Charles
Carter
Safford
First District Court
Charles Ritchie
Beverly
McGreggor
McLoud
Ritchie
Silk Coat Sale At Low Prices In Lowell
Merrimack offers sample silk coats, left from New York maker stock, at reduced prices to Lowell shoppers. Coats priced from 7.50 to 45.00, with silk lined pieces and pongee options, all sold quickly to avoid upsetting local trade. Located across from City Hall, lots will vanish as buyers hurry. TO LET nine room house in Tewksbury Centre near Faurgrieve's store. Inquire on premises.
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Merrimack
Lowell
City Hall
Tewksbury
Faurgrieve's
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Charles D. Tilden
Stephen B. Howard
Gilman C. Noyes
Walter Smith
Chelmsford
Patrick Ryan
Joseph Primeau
Leroy C. Hall
Dutton Street
Primeau
George Conley
Joseph Kenworthy
D. J. Donahue
Conley
Costas Gavas
Daniel J. Moran
Wong Lee
J. J. Hogan
James Beck
Lowell Coal Company
Rock Bottom
O’sullivan Bros. Co
Railroad Man Saves
G. E. Buckland
C. H. Barrett
Hostler
N. H
Haverhill
Lawrence
Gagnon & Bennett
Merrimack Street
Mr. Roosevelt
Ghas. A. Whittet
J. E. Drury
Cramp
J. J. Pickman
J. FE. Drury
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