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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1903
Page
5
In Arlington on April 1 a masked attacker tied and bound Mrs. Charles H. Burns in her Grove street home after delivering jealous threats and letters. Burns, a piano maker, guarded his house as his wife recovered, while police investigated the assault and ongoing threats.
Taunton police prepare to send an officer to Tacoma to assist in locating and identifying Gallagher, the alleged murderer. Patrolmen Briggs and Hall are the leading candidates, with selection imminent. State police claim credit for the circular lead, while the local force emphasizes its role.
Columbus, April 1 local brewery workers refused to accept AFL convention ruling that engineers and firemen must affiliate with their crafts. Engineers and firemen will remain at work while other workers struck.
John G Rollins a 24 year old pneumatic tube employee at the Boston post office was arrested Tuesday night charged with stealing mail. Inspectors Snow and McMillin say he removed three packages containing jewelry from the tube and hid them in his duster. He pleaded not guilty and was held on $1000 bail. the case links to a bank check found on him and notes his non government employment and low pay.
A self proclaimed doctor offers a universal cure via Vital Life Fluid claiming to restore health and strength for all ailments. He asserts thousands have been saved from death and invites readers to write for free samples and a personal response from Dr C Sargent Ferris of Wayne Indiana.
Speaker Myers forced continuation of debate as belligerent members resisted adjournment. The House debated the Pingree bill on competition in gas and electricity, with fighting mood after the Mac Cartney bill was killed. A 64 to vote rejected substituting a highway relief bill. Carney Hospital's $10,000 appropriation was withdrawn by Senate committee. Senate military affairs proposed $5800 for representation at the Vicksburg monument dedication.
In Worcester on April 1 a cyclone in S. H. Shooshan's confectionery window at 620 Main Street toppled Easter novelties. Rabbits chicks and hens were dead. a living cat and dog tangled amid chocolates and candy. The dog chased the cat, the cat fled, and the scene ended with the dog rescued after a chaotic scramble.
Judge Sullivan ruled the polo pony in the Leyland versus Wheelock case is in good condition and reinstated. The court found any sickness at sale likely arose from hard work on purchase day, and sided with the defendant Wheelock after examining evidence and veterinary notes.
In Franklin County Superior Court Mrs. Ivan Lamb sues Joseph H. Lamb for 5000 dollars. She married the defendant’s son and claims he caused her arrest at the Springfield railroad station on a charge tied to a piano given as a wedding gift. The case notes a prior romance, a confidant nurse, and the husband Bonner M. Lamb’s disappearance after leaving home on April 6, 1902.
Mrs. Mary Cassidy of Chelsea, charged with larceny from the person of $20, was arraigned on continuance and discharged by Judge Bosson who doubted the testimony. The case centered on Nicholas McKeon, who alleged the theft and claimed Cassidy’s room involvement in Boston prior to her Chelsea lodging. The judge noted McKeon’s inconsistent statements and observed the evidence failed to prove guilt beyond doubt.
In a Municipal Court session a witness named Joseph Kelly cried out and fell to the floor. A doctor reported heart trouble and possible skull fracture as he lay unconscious.
Obscure notes tell of oboe player Jose Van Den Berg appearing in the Municipal Court for a poor debtor session on an oath application. He was arrested on mesne process after Julian Risch of New York filed a claim for money loaned there. The case, tied to his wife Cheri dah Simpson, will be resumed.
The New England Passenger Association heard ex Governer Rollins urge a regular old home rate from Chicago to New England points. Dr C H Bangs cited 1 4 million New England natives living outside the region and in 22 states. Rail officials from NYNH Hartford Central Vermont Boston Albany Maine Central and Boston and Maine voiced interest. Dana Flanders praised New England as a summer pleasure ground and supported the old home week idea.
Peter Berry of Pearl Street Augusta Maine a well known citizen credits Blood Wine with a remarkable recovery from a severe lung illness described as a bad cold that settled on his lungs. He states his physician was baffled and he was advised to seek a warmer climate before using Blood Wine which he says led to rapid improvement and a complete cure.
Charlestown man Wm S Bowie details years of weakness and failed medical care before using Blood Wine. He credits the medicine with curing his chronic diarrhea, saving his life after doctors offered little hope and a strong belief in its power.
Mrs. Warren Lampher of 32 Mudge Street Lynn Mass reports severe nervous exhaustion with insomnia rapid weight loss and kidney trouble. She credits Blood Wine with restoring sleep appetite and kidney function after three or four bottles and says she will never be without it.
J R Sickles a longtime illness sufferer from de bility chills and fever and joint pain reports a twenty year case.medicines failed until he tried Blood Wine which restored strength health and daily work ability.He credits Blood Wine for toning and restoring balance without heart or stomach danger.
A Worcester resident James B Mirick endorses Blood Wine as a superior tonic and specific for kidney and bladder ailments. He claims to have used it successfully and recommends it wholeheartedly.
Mr Geo T Corey of Lowell Massachusetts reports his brother in Akron urged him to try Blood Wine for lung trouble. He says the first dose brought a quick body response and he recovered fully gaining weight and no longer suffers lung issues. Blood Wine costs fifty cents a bottle and is available locally.
The Hon. Jeremiah J. McCarthy, surveyor of the port, began a new term yesterday amid cheers after 21 years since a prior reappointment. President Arthur had earlier given General A. B. Underwood a second term in 1882.
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