Dodge cuts loose from The Probers in city council
Councilman Dodge resigns from the investigation committee and plans a minority report on improving department efficiency under the city treasurer and assessors. Morse and Read are expected to bolt and back Dodge. Mayor Casey delays pump contract reading and faces criticism for past actions as the common council meets tonight and the lands and buildings committee convenes this afternoon.
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Dodge
Yamour Committee On
Treas
Urer
Committee On Investigation
Morse
Read
Braden
Common Council
Penna and Wabash Roads to Clash in Washington
Washington November 14 A bitter clash between the Pennsylvania and Wabash railroads is forecast after the Supreme Court upheld a DC Court of Appeals ruling in favor of the Washington, Potomac and Chesapeake Railway Company. The two roads seek entry into Washington and a new Union Station, with Baltimore and Ohio also wanting to block competition.
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Washington
Pennsylvania
Wabash
Supreme Court of the United States
Chesapeake Beach Railway Company
Court of Appeals of
District of Columbia
Washington, Potomac and Chesapeake Railway Company
Chesapeake Beach
Baltimore & Ohio
Union Station
Death of 15 year old Dudley Cate in Belmont car crash
Newton reports Dudley Cate of West Newton died at Newton hospital from internal injuries after a Sunday Belmont automobile accident. Cate was riding with Mrs. W. L. Furbush, Mr. Furbush, and Miss Smith in a touring car when steering gear failed. The other occupants escaped serious injury. See the Primer on this page.
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Newton
Belmont
Newton Hospital
Dudley Cate
West Newton
Cate
W. L. Furbush
Furbush
Fears of Coup Grip Havana as Police Stand Guard
Havana reports that government fears a coup d etat with police at the palace tripled in number. For two nights officers slept on palace floors amid security buildup. Madrid meanwhile notes election casualties from municipal voting with injuries and thefts at ballot boxes.
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Havana
Madrid
Valladolid
Barry Held for Robbery in Lawrence Court
Frank Barry of Lawrence faced a police court trial on robbery charges. Testimony described him as a singing robber, with a motive alleged over a missing $80. Police found $78.50 hidden on him. bail reduced to 800 dollars for grand jury appearance. father provided surety.
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Frank Barry
Lawrence
Barry
James J. Barry
Moses P. Marshall
John A. Evans
Spickerville
Mr. Evans
Broadway
Essex Streets
Hannan’s
Lowell
St. Charles
St. Peter's Church
Ioane
Evans
William P. Jordan
Wagon Omeer
Sullivan
James J. Sullivan
John A. Walsh
Jordan
Capt. Sullivan
Evane
Bell
Brain Rackin affair test shows eerie curtain collapse
A chaotic scene unfolds as a curtain mishap leads to a brain rattling disruption. Spectators report shock as performers scramble to restore order while emergency responders assess injuries. Police cite no foul play. investigation into curtain mechanism continues.
Hyde testimony outlines 685000 loan aims and political ties
James H. Hyde testified before the Armstrong insurance committee that a 685000 Mercantile Trust loan to Equitable Life aimed to neutralize lawsuits, buy Equitable stock, and fund political contributions. He cited a 25000 dollar Bliss donation and said he later covered the remaining balance, viewing it as a generosity. Hyde’s role as former Equitable VP drew crowd control and witness scrutiny.
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New York
James H. Hyde
Insurance Investigating Committee
Mercantile Trust Company
Equitable Life Assurance Society
Equitable
Hyde
Cornelius N. Bliss
Republican National Committee
Armstrong Committee of Insurance Investigation
Charles E. Hughes
W. F. Armstrong
Samuel Untermeyer
John McGuinness
Equitable Life
T. D. Jordan
A. C. Fields
Albany
Mr. Hyde
Harvard
The
Ife Insurance
James W. Alexander
Wealth and Its Acquirement in Lowell History
A nineteenth century view recalls the rise of wealth from the Hell Telephone era in Lowell. It notes opportunity and fortune favoring those who seize it, referencing Alexander Graham Bell’s early demonstrations and the transformative impact on the city’s fortunes and millionaire makers.
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Lowell
Hell Telephone
The
Ciy
Bell Telephone
Alesander Graham Fell
Turner Manufacturing to Expand Mill in Lowell
J S Turner Manufacturing Company of 398 Middlesex Street plans a two story belting mill up river near Shaw Machine shop. A 60 000 roller contract signals booming business as Turner builds more capacity, equipment includes patent worsted roll covering machines and belt making lines, sparking local real estate growth and new jobs.
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Shaw
Turner
Success Magazine
Lawrence
Lowell
Middlesex Street
Shaw Machin
Boston & Maine
Turner Company
Shaw Company
Hill
J. & Turner
Courter-Citceen
Newean
New Mgceland
Inventor Robert Whitehead Dead in London
London report says Robert Whitehead, inventor of the self propelled torpedo bearing his name, died today at Brivenham Berkeley. The passing removes a key figure in naval innovation and torpedo development.
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London
Robert Whitehead
Bhrivenham
Berkehire
Water Board Responds To Mayor Casey Over Pump Contract
The Lowell water board sends a public letter to Mayor James B. Casey criticizing his rejection of a 19,700 pumping engine contract with Holly Manufacturing Co. It argues the mayor meddled in water department affairs and urges a plain recital of facts on whether the engine is necessary and the price fair, noting 30-year-old Centralville pumps and ongoing equipment issues.
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Casey
Water Board
Holly Manufacturing Company
Buffalo
N. Y
James B. Casey
City of
Lowell
Mass
Holly Manufacturing Co
New York
Lower
Water Department
Centralville
Thief Identified by Finger Prints
Henry system of fingerprints identified Charles Adams, an overcoat thief arrested last Friday. Prints sent to New York linked the man to multiple aliases, including Arthur Long and Charles Nelson. Authorities say Adams is a chronic criminal with records in Erie County, Auburn estate prison, and Brooklyn corrections, and he awaits trial on break and entering charges.
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Henry
WB. Moffatt
Charles Adams
Adams
New York City
Adama
Albany
Arthur Long
Erie County
Auburn Estate
Logan
Brooklyn
Charles Nelson
New York
Adame
Superior Court
Irel Bince
Euco
Republican Primer Lesson II Capt. William Fairweather
A local Q and A extols Capt Fairweather as a war veteran and faithful oath taker. It argues his bravery, independence, and honesty make him a strong mayoral candidate, predicting broad support from independent voters across parties. The piece labels independents as Republicans and Democrats seeking clean government and capable leadership.
Pirite steamer Haverta crew missing near France
The Pirite steamer Haverta, sailing from Parry toward Herdeaux, has been totally wrecked off the coast of France. Part of the crew have been landed at Neirmoe tier, France. The captain and 14 men are missing.
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Landen
Haverta
Parry
Herdeaux
Elle Teste
France
Neirmoetier
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Councilman Dodge
Penna
Cuba
MeInness
Cove
Francie
Aet
Gelden Cove
Pranete W. Devine
Willem Ryah
Mra
John Manefelt
Euperter Court
Paul Abe Mere
Lisgie Krakteaver
Heaton Cloak and Suit Store
Boston Cloak & Suit Store
Merrimack M
Lowell, How
Lawrence Man
Thee
Bieveter
T*e Babbitt Co
Tecians
Cork
Cocmistr Bia
J. S. Turner Manufacturing Co
Shaw Co
J. S. Turner Manufacturing Company
Pres. Crowley OF
Contd
William Fairweather
Capt Fairweather
Becewee
Partien
Watom
Orition
Efazhar
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