Stetson Case Seeks Dower Rights in John Stetson Jr Estate
The demandant Mrs Adah Richmond Stetson v John Stetson was ordered by Chief Justice Mason to file specifications detailing the time place and person of her marriage to the late John Stetson Jr The writ seeks dower in real estate held by Stetson Jr at death but not in the name of his father who denies she was his lawful wife and thus entitled to one third of the lands involved.
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Adah Richmond
Stetson
John Stetson
Mason
Superior Court
John Stetson, Jr
John Stetson,Jr
Beece
David Hammond Dies After Heart Disease Fight
David Hammond died of heart disease at the Plaza Hotel area after a career in hotel service. He served as steward of the Gilsey House from 1872 to 1880 and recently leased the Plaza Hotel with his brother Frederick. Frederick fell ill in Boston and underwent an operation. David attended but did not recover. He was a widower with one daughter.
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David
Ham- Pa
Plaza
Mosrey Nm Rattaen
Eiela
Ammond
Vente
Malite
Gilsey House
Frederick
Plaza Hotel
Frederick Hammond
Boston
Opposito
South Terminal Station
Sunday cigar sales debate hits judiciary committee
The judiciary committee debated Sunday cigar sales led by Saunders of Boston amid strong opposition from Rev. Kneeland and others of the W C T U. They reviewed a Salem case where a Revere woman was fined for selling a cigar, noting enforcement gaps and price shifts in restaurants and newspapers.
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Committee On Judiciary
Mr. Saunders
Boston
M. D. Kneeland
Mr. Albright
A. H. Plumb
Stevenson
Va Rs Rt
Revere
Supreme Court
Tobacco Law Debate Spurs Reform Motives
The discussion centers on a proposed law to regulate tobacco sales and keep saloons open for liquor. Mr. Saunders challenges reformers and cites a letter about saloons. Dr. Parkhurst and Rev. Kneeland defend limited store openings and opposition to broad changes. The committee considers amending the Sunday law.
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Saunders
Parkhurst
M. Land
Engstrom
Kneela
Urst
Kneeland
Mutual Helpers' Election at Bhawmut Avenue Church
The Mutual Helpers held an election at the Bhawmut Avenue Church yesterday. Reuben Kinney presided. committee members chosen include Owen D. Scavempine, Pasiner, Stern, and Hobe Roberson. Reverend CharGan A A Rickinson and Rev. George A. Gordon attended.
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Bhawmut Avenue
Yeuterd
Sternonn
Reuben
Odie D
Pasiner
Liam Tay
Ollie
Rickinson
George A. Gordon
Rockland Man Elopes Then Is Tracked by Wife and Wood Choppers
April 10 report describes a Rockland business man suspected of infidelity with a widow. The wife pursues by carriage, arranges a roadblock with wood choppers, and confronts the couple near Cohasset. The eloping man is captured and returns home with his wife after a tense chase.
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Rockland
Cohasset
Boston
Happy Twain
Marshfield
Elopers
Eloper
Quincy
Dr Wilson claims cures for deafness advertised nationwide
An aggressive marketing circular touts Dr Wilson's cure for deafness, offering free treatments and lectures at the National Association of Physicians and Surgeons in Boston. It lists dramatic patient reports and warns of imitators while inviting inquiries and free examinations at multiple offices.
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National Association of Physicians & Surgeons
Boylston St
F. W. Knight
Washington St
Somerville
J. H. Ara
Ireson St
Lynn
T. W. Shewell
Knowlton St
Beverly
Fifth Ave
N End
18Th St
N. W
Washington
Littlefield Nominated Again by Maine Republicans in Auburn
The Maine second district Republican convention in Auburn renominated Charles E. Littlefield of Rockland by acclamation with full party endorsement of his acts and the Porto Rican bill. Delegates Waldo Pettengill and Henry B. Hates were chosen for the national convention in Philadelphia, with Root Riley and L. R. Campbell as alternates. The platform pledges support for President McKinley.
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Lewiston
Second
Charles E. Littlefield
Rockland
Auburn
Waldo Pettengill
Rumford Falls
Henry B. Hates
Philadelphia
McKinley
Maine
John P. Swasey
Anton
Little
Littlefield
Congress
Princeton Names Debaters for Yale Contest
Princeton N J April 10 At a campus debate to select representatives for the forthcoming contest with Yale Joseph H Hill 1900 Pittsburg Penn Joseph A Jones 1900 Passaic N J and Robert Sreen were chosen Alfred Verely Franklin W Fort 1901 and Alter E Hope were also chosen after Spencer Trask prize of 50 awarded to Hill for best predebate work
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Princeton
Dis
Yale
Joseph H. Hill
Pittsburg
Penn
Joseph A. Jones
Passaic
N. J
Robert
Sreen
Alfred Verely
Franklin W. Fort
Andi Alter E. Hope
Spencer Trask
Hill Jor Ney
Advertising agency ad copy from Hartford Conn regurgitated III
Fragmentary OCR mentions Dillingham's advertising agency in Hartford Connecticut and reference to insurance policies payable to children or cash. Details unclear.
Idol of the Turf Ted Sloan Captivates Global Racing Circles
The article extols Ted Sloan as an unparalleled jockey whose fame spans the U S and England. It notes his social triumphs, health pressures from intense demand, and his endorsement of Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy aiding digestion during and after heavy racing schedules.
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Ted Sloan
England
Todd
America
Stuart
Keepers Try to Shield Coghlan Matriarch After Death
New York April 10 Rose Coghlan and family strive to spare her aging mother Mrs Coghlan 88 from the death of her daughter Pily who died in Hartford last Sunday Physicians warn that any shock could prove fatal at 171 Woodlawn New Rochelle the Cyrshiana home The mother has not yet learned of her son Charles Cog’s death in Galveston Texas last November.
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New York
Rose Coghlan
Chelle
Coghlan
John
Sullivan
Charles Cog
Galveston
Texas
St. Augustine’s
South Boston
St. Augustine Hall
E Street
St. Augustine
Minnie Curry
Lilie Witlock
Mme of
John Kehoe
Charles Caldwell
George Brophy
Arthur Doyle
John E. Dignan
C. A. Noble
Mayor Receives Bribery Letter and Refuses Reward
Hart's private secretary confirms a man offered $1000 to win an important office. The mayor warned him of bribery laws and delayed action to let the letter be lost. The applicant called, expressing anger at the refusal and withdrew the bribe offer.
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Thayer
Aytors
Navy Yard Notes on Charlestown Dock Construction Cost
Report notes the Charlestown dock project as part of Navy Yard work. Estimated total cost is $1,180,000 with completion about eight months. The United States training ship Lan will join as permanent crew aboard during the project.
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Charlestown Ard
York Contractors
United States
Docking of Apes Delayed by Temporary Repairs
A vessel named the Oly will be floated for temporary repairs after being docked for weeks. Reports indicate planned air-out procedures and potential reentry once repairs are completed.
Boutelle ReNominated At Maine GOP District Meeting
In Bangor April 10 the fourth Maine Republican district convention re nominated Hon. Charles A. Boutelle by acclamation with Willis E. Parsons presiding. Frederick H. Parkhurst of Bangor and Colonel Wainwright Cushing of Foxcroft were chosen district delegates to the national convention. delegates not instructed for any candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bangor
Maine
Willis E. Parsons
Foxcroft
Charles A. Boutelle
Frederick H. Parkhurst
Wainwright Cushing
Burleigh Nominated in Maine Third District
Republicans of Maine's third district met in Waterville to nominate Edwin C. Burleigh of Augusta for Representative to Congress. Delegates elected to the Republican national convention include A. M. Spear of Gardiner and Albert Pierce of Frankfort.
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Waterville
Third
Edwin C. Burleigh
Augusta
A. M. Spear
Gardiner
Albert Pierce
Frankfort
Saketeee Easter Display At Vorenberg’s Children’s Stock
Wyéston street corner shop Vorenberg & Co offer an exceptionally large stock of boys and youth clothing for spring. The display features latest styles at clearly marked prices aimed to fit all budgets.
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Beater
New Spring
S. Vorenberg & Co
Orenberg & Co
Rave Tager
Sue
Panogeny
Fey
Zeera
Witness recites knife attack during alleged soap sale
A trial recounts a Friday afternoon assault where a man approached a teacher offering soap, then drew a knife after a kiss attempt. The witness described the prisoner’s actions and a cut to the robe, with officers and grand jury deliberations noted.
Friends Attend informal reception for John J Dunn
Friends gathered Monday evening at 180 West Line Street to celebrate a reception at John J Dunn's home. The event featured greetings, music, and charitable contributions in a warm, social setting.
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John J
Charr
Frank J. S¢u Furni
Bostonian Society Meeting Returns to New York State House
In Albany the Bostonian Society held a counter meeting at the New York State House. The session elected a new slate, including leaders Contey Olsom Deming and Riadi in Lexingta.
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Bostonian Society
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