Probate Court Finds Adah Richmond Not John Stetson's Wife
Judge James M. Morton ruled on April 15, 1897 that Adah Richmond fails to prove she was the widow of John Stetson Jr. after a probate trial. The decision, considered decisive, ends her claim and hints at a forthcoming partition of the estate between John Stetson Sr. and the Stokes heirs.
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Morton
Adah Richmond
John Stetson, Jr
Clésély
Post
the Post
John Stetson
Adah
Richmond
John Stetson, Sr
Stokes
William Borst
New Jersey
New York
Morse
Platee
Miss Richmond
John
Massachusetts
Judge Morton rules on widowship and marriage validity
The court holds the widow must show a reasonable degree of certainty that a valid marriage to the testator existed. It questions whether the Providence December 1870 ceremony occurred and notes Stetson had a former wife still living. The decision suggests insufficient evidence of a valid marriage at death.
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Mr. Rich
Borstgand
Borst
Stetson
Rorst
Katé Stokes
Catherine Stokes
New York
Russ
Rich
Mason
Potter
Kate Stokes
Appellant
Stetson Diad
James M. Morton
Morton
Providence
R. I
Will contest ruling clears widow of Stetson claim
Judge ruled ADAH RICHMOND STETSON failed to prove she was lawful widow of John Stetson Jr. The Probate Court decided yesterday that her contest to the will is invalid, noting Mr. Gaston conducted the case with great ability and reflecting credit on him.
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Gaston
Adah Richmond Stetson
John Stetson, Jr
Court debates Miss Richmond estate case and alleged marriage
The report details evidence in a contested case over Miss Adah Richmond and John Stetson Jr. It cites testimonies that contradict earlier statements and claims Adah Richmond lived with William Borst in New Jersey. It notes court cautions to certain defendants and discusses judge Morton’s rulings on whether a marriage existed.
Catarrh Cure Promises Quick Relief With Powder
Dr Agnew's Catarrha Powder advertised as a cure for catarrh claims rapid relief after a single puff and ease of application. The lax wording suggests broad tests and strong endorsements, noting widespread use and safety.
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Agnew
Stare Cove
Questioned Marriage Between Stetson and Woman Remains Ambiguous
The court finds no valid ceremony or clear matrimonial intent between Stetson and the woman. Cohabitation in New York is deemed insufficient to prove marriage, and evidence shows long separation, lack of mutual acts, and no formal claims of marriage or spousal support.
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Appellant
Stetson
New York
Amarman
Schaeffer
Providence
Boston
Alden Street
Cambridge Mother Dies by Her Own Hand Amid Illness
Mrs. Frank G. Christensen of 267 Brookline Street Cambridge died by hanging, apparently two hours old, after prolonged dropsy and lethal morphine doses. Her sons Frank 12 and Alfred found and cut her body down. daughter in New York is mentioned. husband is a painter from Norway. Authorities note she cried I am lost Thursday night.
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Frank G. Christensen
Brookline Street
Cambridge
Frank
Alfred
McKenzie
Christensen
Norway
New York
Ancient and Honor able Artillery drill at Faneuil Hall
Major Duchesney acted as drillmaster guiding ten members of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company through the school of the soldier at the armory in Faneuil Hall last night. Recruits differed in height and attire, drawing amused attention from twelve spectators.
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Lawrences B. Duchesney
Faneuil Hall
Boy Kicked by Fractious Horse in Moulton Block
William Shannon two years old residing in the Moulton block on Parker street was kicked by a fractious horse while in the blacksmith shop at Hurtison avenue and Tabor Street at 6 30 last evening. He was taken home by friends and a physician found severe internal injuries. He was later taken to City Hospital for treatment.
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William Shannon
Moulton
Parker Street
Hurtison Avenue
Tabor Street
Shannon
City Hospital
Boy Poisoner Frank Wentworth Aims to Kill Parents in Breakfast Plot
Newton New Hampshire April 16 16 year old Frank Wentworth son of George H Wentworth is accused of poisoning his parents after preparing their breakfast Paris Green is found in the cupboard and he fled authorities search for him as he had a history of running away and misbehavior The father says the boy was unruly and disliked school and stealing.
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Newton, N. H
Frank Wentworth
George H Wentworth
Paris Green
Frank
Mr. Wentworth
Glerk’s Scheme Prompts Fright in Detroit Store
In Detroit a shopper tested stock at the dress goods counter and fled after the proprietor warned she might encounter a lunatic relative of the owner at the door. The clerk and proprietor speculated she was “crazy” as she left in alarm.
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Detroit
Detroit Free Press
Murder at the Great Falls Bank: Stickney slain in Somersworth
A robbery of the Great Falls National Bank ended with cashier Stickney dead after a struggle. Two men feared from Waltham were tracked to Somersworth and arrested in Boston, with officials seeking further leads and an inquest planned.
Hammond Arrives in London From South Africa
Mr John Hays Hammond an American engineer and former Johannesburg reform committee member arrived in London from South Africa today He reports Johannesburg affairs are unsettled but he does not foresee an immediate war between Great Britain and the Transvaal
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London
John Hays Hammond
Johannesburg
South Africa
Great Britain
Transvaal
President appoints board of visitors for United States Military Academy
Washington April 16 The President named the board of visitors for the United States Military Academy listing George Ffx Evans of Portland Col James F Fleming of Newark N J I W Hall Harrisburg Penn W H Upson Akron C Colonel A F Walker New York William B Plunkett Adams Mass W R Smedburgh San Francisco and others
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Washington
United States Military Academy
George Ffx
Evans
Portland
James F. Fleming
Newark
N. J
I. W. Hall
Harrisburg
Penn
W. H. Upson
Akron
A. F. Walker
New York
William B. Plunkett
Adams
Mass
W. R. Smedburgh
San Francisco
Massachusetts Pension Changes Announced From April 3 Issuance
Washington reports pension changes in Massachusetts tied to the April 3 issue. Names include Robert Noble Winthrop James M Cutting Quincy George Randall Attleboro and Dudley Wade Brockton with restoration and additional benefits. Widows and related cases list Mary J Allard Worcester Emma J Cooper Clara B Hossler Newton Centre Sarah J Sullivan Brockton Rhoda B Harvey Taunton.
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Washington
Massachusetts
Robert Noble
Winthrop
James M Cutting
Quincy
George Randall
Attleboro
Dudley Wade
Brockton
Mary J. Allard
Worcester
Ekmma J. H. Cooper
Clara B. Hossler
Newton Centre
Sarah J. Sullivan
Rhoda B. Harvey
Taunton
Nancy Prescott Dies Suddenly in Troy Home
Nancy Prescott aged 81 died suddenly this morning at her daughter's Troy home from a stroke of paralysis. A Vermont native she previously lived in Glens Falls and Sandy Hill.
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Troy, N
Nancy Prescott
Vermont
Glens Falls
Sandy Hill
Hartigan and Briggs Arrested in Somersworth Robbery Case
Don Hartigan the New England 125 pound boxing champion and Johnny Briggs were jailed in Waltham on suspicion of taking part in Farmer Teele’s robbery. A Confederate token and $80 were found. Teele identified Hartigan as the robber who threatened him with death by burning, while Briggs could not be identified. Multiple telegrams from Somersworth urged arrest.
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Somersworth
Hartigan
Teele
Gould
Briggs
Farmer Teele
Were These the Men
Sheriff Fogg and a deputy chased leads toward Somersworth after meeting Springvale Constable Roe and ex-chief Hobbs who described a foam-maned suspect. The description matched the pair sought for the Sawtelle murder, with the Salmon River bridge as the crossing point into New Hampshire.
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Salmon River
Maine
New Hampshire
Isaac
Hiram Sawtelle
Suspect Arrest Reported in Somersworth Stabbed Murder Case
A Somersworth special to the Union notes a well known resident is suspected in the Stickney murder. Police found a razor missing from a shaving set during a morning search of his quarters. He has been away since the crime. a suspect matching his description was captured in Milton last evening and will be taken to Somersworth.
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Waltham
Mass
Somersworth
Prospect Hill
Manchester
N. H
Union
Stickney
Milton
Two Boxers Are Suspected in Arrest After Ring Careers
Both suspects are well known boxers Briggs a professional with a long ring record who defeated Joe Murphy Mike Doherty John ny Callahan and Johnny McNamara. His last noted bout was with Steve Mahoney at Music Hall about a year ago after which he retired. Hartigan, amateur featherweight champion of New England in 1894, has fought since 1893 with only one defeat to McArthur. He was a favored figure at the B A A and related groups, making his arrest a major surprise.
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Briggs
Joe Murphy
Mike Doherty
Johnny Callahan
Johnny McNamara
Steve Mahoney
Music Hall
Hartigan
New England
McArthur
James S Maffit Dies Lone Fisherman of Evangeline
James S Maffit the original Lone Fisherman in Evangeline died at Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore after four weeks illness. He was 65 years old.
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Baltimore
James S., Maffit
Evangeline
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Judge Day to Leave Canton for Washington Then Cuba
M'Kinley calls Day, Canton O, April 16. Judge William B. Day will depart Canton Saturday afternoon after receiving a telegram. He plans to travel to Washington and then proceed to Cuba within a week or two.
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Canton
William B. Day
Washington
Cuba
Connecticut River Rises Four Inches Fast
The Connecticut River climbed four inches in three hours this afternoon near Hanover New Hampshire. A few cellars and a small stretch of river road are submerged but damage remains limited.
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Hanover
N. H
Connecticut
Storrow’s Body Sent Home From Washington
The remains of James J. Storrow of Boston who died suddenly here were sent home this afternoon. Mrs. Storrow, with her son and daughter, accompanied the body. Interment will be in Boston on Sunday.
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Washington
James J. Storrow
Boston
Hamlin Stable to Stage Noted Horse Show Next Monday
The Hamlin stable led by C B Hamlin and sons prepares a major horse show at Village Farm East Aurora New York with Cogent Mambrino King and a large roster of high bred stock. The operation includes 400 to 600 horses and a history of racing success with Hal Pointer Star Pointer and Fantasy among its stars.
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Harry Hamlin
Hamlins
Hamlin
East Aurora
N. Y
Cogent
Mambrino King
Hal Pointer
Ed Geers
Rupert J
Star Pointer
Hal
Braden
Mocking Boy
Moonstone
Old Nightingale
Village Farm
Fantasy
Kentucky Union
Readville
Giants
Gentry
Ryan
Joe Patchen
Robert J
Harvard Crimson marks fifteenth anniversary dinner at Vendôme
The Harvard Crimson celebrated its fifteenth anniversary with a dinner at the Hotel Vendome. Attendees included Major Henry L. Higginson, Coach R. C. Lehmann, Pr. William A. Brooks, and many Harvard athletic leaders. Speakers praised college journalism, crew progress, and Harvard's independent athletic stance ahead of future competitions.
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Harvard Crimson
Hotel Vendome
H. M. Williamis
Henry L. Higginson
Harvard Corporation
R. C. Lehmann
William A. Brooks
Goodrich
Dean
Endicott
Curtis
ER. N. Wrightington
Fuller
Vincent
H. A. Phillips
Harvard Monthly
T. M. Hastings
The
Lampoon
R. P. Utter
Advocate
Lehmann
Crimson
America
Harvard
Major Higginson
Billy’’ Brooks
Arvard
Yale
BH. H. Warren
W. Otis
Somerville and Arlington High Play Frayed Baseball Tie
Somerville High and Arlington High dueled at Tufts Oval with weak fielding and strong pitching. Wood struck out eleven for Arlington while Hafford fanned thirteen for Somerville. the game ended in a 6 to 6 deadlock as darkness halted play with two tied teams.
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Somerville High
Arlington High
Tufts Oval
Hafford
Pipe
Somerville
Wood
Arlington
Wiley
Dudiby
Hopkins
Accountants Meet at Young's Hotel Discuss Life Insurance
The Massachusetts Institute of Accounts gathered at Young's Hotel last evening. Frederick A. Grapes, general agent of the Mutual State Association, spoke on life insurance mathematics.
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Massachusetts Institute of Accounts
Young's
Frederick A. Grapes
Aeutual
Tate Association
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Mrs. Stokes
Rivera
Boy Poisoner
Glerk’s
Linden Street
Cheney
Frank Clough
West Rochester
Salmon Falls River
Rochester
Hanson
Pross
Mk! Stickney
Great Falls National Bank
Tvele
Watertown
Hammond
Military Academy
Uae
Briggs and Hartigan
James, Maffit
M’kinley
MR. Storrow
Bostonian
Temple
I Brodie
the Vendome
Coach Lehmann
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