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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1901

Page

2

Wedded in Chelsea Court House

Charles E. Smith aged 52 and Alice Maud Hewes aged 17 were married by Clerk Joseph M. Curley in Chelsea after pleading guilty to the prior charge. The couple, who had been arrested in Providence, secured a license immediately and wed in the clerk’s private office.

Charles E. Smith Alice Maud Hewes Chelsea Providence Smith Miss Hewes Joseph M. Curley Bosson Curley

Fireman Fatally Injured in Somerville Street Collision

In Gilman square Somerville yesterday morning a collision between Chemical Engine A and an inward-bound Clarendon Hill electric car 1179 killed Fire Lieutenant Jesse A Lipsett of the department. Driver John Cone ny and bystander Herbert C Heald were injured but not seriously as the chemical wagon returned from a cellar fire at 113 Moreland Street. The alarm sounded at 4 45. The truck struck car tracks and Lipsett was thrown from the step hitting the curb breaking his skull.

Gilman Square Somerville Clarendon Hill Jesse A. Jipsett John Coneény Herbert C. Heald Moreland Street Marshall Street Lipsett

Jordon Hall Swindler Linked to Missouri Shootout

A forger known to Chief Inspector Watts as Jordon Hall swindled Boston firms in January with forged checks drawn on the National Biscuit Company of Memphis. He shot and seriously injured the Clay County Missouri sheriff while resisting arrest after being sought on forgery charges in Liberty. Hall was later heard from in St Paul Minnesota on March 27 and is sought by detectives in major cities.

Watts Jordon Hall Boston Hall Clay County Missouri Liberty J. C. Littlefield Allen Bros Park Street W. B. Clarke Ark and Tremont Streets Jordan Hall National Biscuit Company of Memphis

Local Citizen James W. Jose Dies in Hay Loft

Saco, April 1 James W Jose a prominent Saco citizen collapsed and died in a hay loft where he worked He had long operated a grocery business in the city and belonged to several fraternal orders He was 65 years old and survived by a widow and three sons

Saco, Mc James W. Jose Saco

Body Found After River Accident Near Pawtucket

Edward Lawrie, 3, fell into the Blackstone River in the forenoon. The body was recovered downstream in the afternoon.

Pawtucket R. I Edward ¥. Lawrie Blackstone

Man Killed By Elevator At Heywood Bruce Factory

Thomas Jacobson Finn died today when an elevator collapsed at the Heywood Bruce and Wakefield Company factory in Gardner. He leaves a widow and four children in Finland.

La Grippe Cure Warns of Sudden Illness and Remedies

An illness warning describes la grippe as a germ disease hitting overworked or weakened individuals especially those with catarrh. It outlines symptoms a cold head pains and warns of dangerous congestion possibly leading to pneumonia or heart failure. The ad promotes Graves Maryland Malt Whiskey as emergency aid available from Chester H. Graves & Sons.

Maryland Fim Chester H. Graves & Sons

Patrick's Life in the Balance Dramatic Court Scene

In New York on April 1, La Albert Patrick faced a dramatic court session as witness Mrs. Abbie M. Francis refused to reveal on the stand what her lawyer had told her about the Rice case to shield Patrick. Details emerged later, including ties to Patrick's wife, Dr. Walker Curry, and discussions of a will and large checks. The hearing adjourned to tomorrow.

New York Albert T.patrick Millionaire Rice Abbie M. Francis Patrick Osborne Jerome Francis Ther Mr. Holt Coleman Baker Holt Patrick Trust John 8. Potter Moore

Holy Week Catholic Services End Lent With Tenebrae

Weeklong Holy Week observances begin with penitent rituals and elaborate rites. Tenebrae chanted by 100 St Johns Seminary students at the Cathedral Wednesday and Thursday. Good Friday features Passion singing and blessed sacrament procession. Easter Sunday morning Mass at 10 15 Archbishop presides with papal benediction to conclude. Church of the Immaculate Conception to follow similar grand schedule. Other parishes plan services on Wednesday Thursday and Friday.

St. John’s Seminary Eton Church of the Immaculate Conception

Arlington Postpones Catholic Cemetery Plan

Arlington residents voted at an adjourned town meeting to postpone setting off a portion of the town cemetery for a Catholic burial ground until the March meeting of 1907. The proposition will be decided by Australian ballot. In a special meeting held after, the town voted to appropriate funds for a drainage system.

Arlington Perton

One Way Out: Boston Man Endorses Dean's Kidney Pills

Boston back pain relief claim from Mr. L. W. Brown of Roxbury a locomotive fireman who cites Dean's Kidney Pills as curing kidney complaints after initial relief. Advertisement notes price nine and ten cents per box and Foster Milburn Co Buffalo as sole US agents.

Boston Dean L. W. Brown Lambert Street Roxbury Boston & Albany R. A Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo United States Dean's

John J Coffey Dead Longtime Boston Post Office Clerk

John J Coffey longtime Boston post office clerk in the mailing division died at his home 624 East Sixth Street South Boston He was a Knights of Columbus leader and former grand knight of Mt Vernon Council He belonged to the Boston Postoffice Clerks Mutual Benefit Association and the Boston branch of the United National Association of Postoffice Clerks His funeral will be from Gate of Heaven Church tomorrow morning.

John J. Coffey Boston Post Office East Sixth Street South Boston Coffey Knights of Columbus Mt. Vernon Boson Postoffice Clerks’ Mutual Bench Association United National Association of Postofficelerks Gate of Heaven

French Premier Waldeck-Rousseau Reports Throat Abscess

Paris reports that Prime Minister Waldeck-Rousseau is afflicted with a throat abscess. The illness is described as affecting his ability to speak and may influence official duties. No further details on prognosis or treatment are provided.

Paris M. Waldeck-Rousseau

All Fools Night Circus at Turn Hall Delights Crowd

A German styled All Fools Night Circus at Turn Hall drew a large audience with hoopla and jokes in German. Performers included Miss Pva Buitekan and Miss Elizabeth Feid among others as the audience laughed at pranks and sawdust amid vivid parade and lemonade.

Recknagel Turn Hall Pva Buitekan Elizaeth Feid Erna Boehm Lili Alther Annie Smith Marie Monphon Eveline Alther

Lyman's Carriages Seized Over Property Dispute

An attachment served on carriages and horses tied to John Grant Lyman claims the assets are his wife’s property. The West Fifty fourth Street stable contained a broug ham, a victoria a half Victoria a red cart and five horses. Office files show lists of Chicago teachers 481 and 1919 Chicago physicians among others.

New York John Grant Lyman West Fifty-fourth Street Sixth Seventh Avenues Lyman Chicago Illinois Central Railroad

Mother's attack by son ends with fatal injuries in New York

Mrs Ross Flegner of 163 McKibbin Street Williamsburg died at St Catherine's Hospital after being struck with a hammer by her 18 year old son Louis who she said posed over her while she slept. He fled and $100 saved by her disappeared.

New York Ross Flegner McKibbin Street Liamsburg St. Catherine's Hospital Louis

Clarification on Camden Street Address in Police Report

Mrs. M. L. Jackson denies knowledge of Delmore Breakmore and says the claim she lived at 93 Camden Street is false. The police record statement is disputed by the resident, asserting no prior acquaintance with the young woman.

Tragedy As Electric Car Strikes 7 Year Old Boy

Perrins Tocman aged 7 of 21 Leverett street was killed instantly yesterday at 12 30 pm when an electric car struck him as he and other children attempted to cross the street opposite 12 Lowell street. The wheels passed over his body before the vehicle stopped.

Perrins Tocman Leverett Street Lowell Street Tocman

Belfast brakeman killed in freight train crash

Frank Gould a Belfast and Waterville freight train brakeman died after two cars derailed near Waterville on Saturday He left a widow and one child.

Maine Srakeman Belfast Frank Gould Belfast & Watervilla Waterville

Spring Cleaning Hood’s Sarsaparilla Promises Pure Blood

The advertisement urges spring blood cleansing using Hood’s Sarsaparilla for impure blood and ailments like headaches and nervous fatigue. It claims to improve complexion, appetite, sleep, and overall health, presenting Hood’s as America’s greatest spring medicine.

America Hood

Circus Rehearsal Turns Night Into Bright Tent Spectacle

A lively parade of wagons elephants and camels drew crowds as a circus night unfolded. Bearded lady living skeleton three legged boy and an astonishing elephant act wowed spectators while a cake walk finale matched the show’s energy. Notable performers included Mlle Blondoin as Miss Monpiton and ringmaster Mrs Fischer directing the spectacle.

Borneo John Sauza George C. Er Mlle Blondoin Marie Monpiton Louis Meun George Schrefft L. Schuvender M. Echteler A. Schneider T. Ledwith M. Strauss F. McKenney M. CG Ruben Hans Dats Veral George Schrafft Bullekan H. Alther E. Feid E. Schuvender Misa L. Alther G. Bossert B. Boehm G. Tree A. Smith G. Fischer M. Monpiton

Health Warning and Remedies for Consumption

The article warns that consumption remains deadly though curable in many cases, noting people ignore medical advice until lungs are damaged. It cites Scott’s emulsion of cod liver oil as a principal cure and mentions dry air sunshine country sleep regular habits and proper clothing as other aids.

Scott

Debate Over Compulsory School Vaccination Policy

The Legislature debated requiring vaccination for public school children. An amendment would let local boards decide, with certificates from physicians and health reports on non vaccinated children. Proponents argued state interference is unwarranted while opponents called vaccination superstition. vote favored the amendment to 4.

Hunt Weymouth Cook Leominster Board of Health Maaan Switzerland Germany MacCartney Rockland

City Councils Vote on Voter Referendum Question

Mr MacCartney of Rockland moved to substitute for the adverse report of the committee on cities his bil providing that city councils may submit certain questions to the voters of cities. The motion was lost 15 to 66 and the report was accepted.

MacCartney Rockland Committee On Cities

Arverse committee report on sectarian amendment accepted

By a 47 to 23 vote the ardverse report of the committee on constitutional amendments on the petition of Frank J Batcheller and others for an amendment prohibiting sectarian legislation was accepted.

Committee On Constitutional Amendments Frank J. Batcheller

Fall River Proposal On Street Railways Moves Forward

Mr Weeks of Fall River moved to substitute for the adverse report of the committee on street railways on a bill accompanying the petition of John H Abbott mayor of Fall River for a revision of street railway laws. Weeks’s motion failed 90 to 56 and the report was accepted.

Weeks Fall River Committee John H. Abbott Ayor

Street railway bill for letter carriers transport passed

In the Senate Mr Shaw of Suffolk favored the bill allowing street railway companies to transport letter carriers. On a rising vote the bill was substituted for the adverse report by a 10 to 9 vote.

Senate Shaw Suffolk

Plymouth Legislature Suspends Rule on Allen Petition

On motion of Mr. Chamberlain Plymouth the twelfth joint rule was suspended and the Allen petition for legislation to prevent premature burial was referred to the new House judiciary committee. The report of leave to withdraw was accepted and new evidence is claimed to be presented.

Chamberlain Plymouth George W. Allen New House Judiciary Committee

Revere Town Meeting Fire Civil Service Act Referred

On motion of Mr Blodgett Worcester the rule was suspended and the edition of citizens of Revere on extending civil service law to the fire department was admitted and referred to the committee on towns.

Blodgett Worcester Revere Fire and Fire Departments Committee On Towns

Metropolitan bill on boulevard and parkway maintenance en grossed

A bill appropriating funds for the care and maintenance of avenues and parkways under the Metropolitan Commission was engrossed.

Metropolitan Commission

Consolidation Bill for Boston Electric Companies Submitted

The bill to consolidate the Boston Electric Light Company and the Edison Electric Light Company was yesterday submitted by the gas and electric light commissioners to the committee on mercantile affairs and manufactures, sitting jointly.

Boston Electric Light Company The Edison Electric Light Company Gas and Electric Light Commissioners Committee On Mercantile Affairs and Manufactures

Military affairs committees hear bill to revise state organizations

The committees on military affairs continued a hearing on a bill to revise the state's military structure. The chairman questioned a claim that the militia was top heavy with amews, which Colonel Darling denied. They discussed dropping brigade adjutants or inspectors and riot duty command issues. Captain Neil of the National Lancers opposed restricting company excursions outside the state to keep units filled.

Lesseaare Darling Gardner Neil National Lancers

Pitts-Kimball Company Spring Opening Draws Huge Crowds

The Pitts Kellball Company at 66 to 617 Washington Street held a grand spring opening sale that drew immense crowds all day. Early shoppers filled counters with bargains as the store stayed busy from morning until closing, with hopes of serving the biggest crowds yet.

Boston Pitts-Kimball Company Washington Street New England

Alarming Pneumonia Rise Warns Physicians

Doctors report a sharp increase in fatal pneumonia cases starting from a cold. The scare urges immediate care for any sniffle and promotes Munyon remedies and inhalers for a wide range of ailments with prices around one dollar.

Soe poe Consultation Promises Free Medical Advice

Timely consultation with his skilled Soe poe cautions against illness and offers free advice. Stinyon's Electrical Department promotes cures for stiff joints and impending paralysis with day and evening service, except Sunday.

Soepoe Stinyon Electrical Department

Oldest Berne: Abraham Elmer of Utica and Duffy’s Whiskey

Berne in the United States is Abraham Elmer of Utica who on January 2 celebrated his fifth birthday anniversary. The article cites doctors' visits and says Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey sustains vitality and has helped others reach ages beyond a century. It claims improved health and longevity for Newark and New York residents and notes a health board report linking decreased deaths to broader whiskey use.

Berne United States Abraham Elmer Tracy Street Utica N. Y Mr. Elmer Jis Duffy Duffy Joseph McGrath East Highty-second Street New York City Ezra Gould Newark N. J Park House Fly New York Board of Health Wearns Duffy's

Dr. Schlichter Dies in Berlin Trip

Berlin report states Dr. Schlichter the African traveler and geographer is dead, with April 1 noted as the date in the dispatch.

DR. Schlichter Berlin

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