Malden Nephew Challenges Will Beset by Charity Bequests
Malden April 19. Samuel Litchfield, nephew of the deceased, seeks to upset a will that cuts him and most heirs from the estate valued at $200,000. The testator left $76,000 to charity at his death, following the death of Mrs Nancy Litchfield and the uncle who died March 7, 1904 in Florida after running a Charlestown brass foundry. The relatives’ disputes over the charity clauses and the will’s validity are being challenged.
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Malden
Nancy Litchfield
Samuel Litchfield
Florida
Charlestown
Prison Point
Somerville
Needham
John Oliver, Noted Cotton Expert, Dies in Atlanta
John Oliver, a premier cotton mill expert famed in the South and well known in New York and the East, collapsed and died at his Atlanta home. He left life insurance valued at $400,000.
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Atlanta
John Oliver
South
New York
East
Ife
Remarkable Find in Roman Forum Ruins
In Rome on April 19 Signor Giacomo the famed archeologist directing the forum excavations announced a major discovery. He uncovered an altar to Marcus Curtius the young Roman who in 362 B C jumped into a chasm to appease the gods. The site also yielded a hole with later sacrifices to Curtiius on the altar.
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Rome
Signor Giacomo
Marcus Curtius
Curtius
Curiius
Three Men Arrested as Pickpockets in Concord and Lexington
Detectives from Chief Watts' Office detained three men named Michael Casey of Lowell Edward Callahan of New York and William Powers of Chicago as suspicious persons in Concord and Lexington. Inspectors McGarr Morrissey Kelley and Patterson report they have prior records and all were sent to the Tombs.
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Watts
Concord
Lexington
Boston
Michael Casey
Lowell
Edward Callahan
New York
William Powers
Chicago
McGarr
Morrissey
Kelley
Patterson
Steamer Farragut makes quick trip from Jamaica
The United Fruit Company steamship Admiral Farragut, Captain H A Henshaw, arrived at Long Wharf Boston at 4 PM from Port Antonio Jamaica and Costa Rica after a record run of 1576 miles in 4 days 14 hours 45 minutes. 39 saloon passengers aboard including Minot C Keith VP of United Fruit and Mrs Keith.
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West Indies
United Fruit Company
Admiral Farragut
H. A. Henshaw
Long Wharf
Costa Rica
Jamaica
Minot C. Keith
Folly Point
Port Antonio Harbor
Boston Light
Fire at Hyde Park residence causes $500 damage
Sparks from a bonfire near Alexander Blackwood's home at 742 Hyde Park Avenue ignited a fire that damaged the house yesterday at 10:30 am. Estimated loss stood at $500.
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Alexander Blackwood
Hyde Park Avenue
Boy Hurt When He Fell From Moving Car On Tremont Street
George Purchase a 10 year old of 630 Massachusetts avenue leapt from a rear platform on Tremont Street near Rutland while riding a car. He landed before another car and was nearly crushed under its fender. Motorman Lewis W. Donald stopped further tragedy and Patrolman Irwin pulled him free as the brake bar neared him. The boy, badly bruised hair torn in spots with cuts to head and face, was treated at City Hospital.
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George Purchase
Massachusetts Avenue
Tremont Street
Rutland
Lewis W. Donald
Irwin
Strauss Conducts Boston and Philadelphia Orchestras in Sydney Style
Dr Richard Strauss directed a Boston Symphony Orchestra program at Symphony Hall featuring Beethoven Tristan and Isolde Prelude Wagner Don Juan Don Quixote and Feuersnot excerpts. His later Philadelphia Orchestra engagements on March 7 and 8 drew strong ovations and high praise for a memorable triumph for conductor and ensemble.
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Richard Strauss
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Symphony Hall
Strauss
Dr. Strauss
Juan
Feuersnoth
Cambridge Baby Died of Pneumonia, Medical Examiner Says
Medical Examiner Swan of Cambridge reports the death of the infant of John O'Brien Monday afternoon was due to typhoid pneumonia. A slight head injury was noted but not the cause of death.
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Swan
Cambridge
John O’brien
Boston Nationals Lose 5 to 4 in Brooklyn Rainy Opener
In Washington Park Brooklyn on a windy raw day, Boston and Brooklyn battled to a 5 4 Brooklyn win. Bat Carney started for Brooklyn, Raymer stood out for Boston, and late hits by Sheckard Lumley and Dobbs sealed the victory for Brooklyn. Phillies Phillippi and Moran struggled for the visitors allowing eight runs.
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Boston
Brooklyn
Washington Park
Bat Carney
Georgetown
Brooklyns
Raymer
Moran
Carney
Geier
Tenney
Delehanty
Cooley
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Bergen
Sheckard
Dobbs
Babb
Doyle
McCormack
Cronin
Lumley
Phillippi
Cincinnatia
A. E . Strang
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R. F
McCorsshok
Boston Sneer
Geler
Abbaticchio
Strang
McCormick
Beases
Balla
Um- Cronin
Jarney
Pire
Emille
Phillies and New York Tie in 15 Inning Exhibit
In Philadelphia McInnity and McPherson pitched masterfully in a 15 inning exhibition that ended due to cold. Great fielding kept runners from scoring while New York tied the game in the ninth on a walk, error, and a hit, denying Philadelphia a victory.
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Philadelphia
Penn
New York
Mcinnity
McPherson
St. Louis Beats Chicago Nationals 9 to 3 in Fastball Showdown
St. Louis pitcher Jack Taylor outpitched his former teammates, the Chicago Nationals, winning 9 to 3. Jones homered for St. Louis, with two-base hits by Slagle Smoot and Shay, and Donahue stealing three bases. Attendance reported at 1,500 with Lundgren and Taylor combining for 7 strikeouts.
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Jack Taylor
Chicago Nationals
Jones
Taylor
Stanton
Sciecce
Chicago
Cseriss OG
Slagle
Smoot
Shay
Corridon
Tinker
Lundgren
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Donahue
Byers
Barclay
O'Day
PO E
AB. R
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Shannon
R. F
Ate
Beckley
National bombardment tests Cincinnati pitchers
National league items from Cincinnati on April 19 describe a fierce bombardment aimed at pitcher lineups, highlighting standout hitters and the rough start for several arms. The game narrative centers on explosive offense and mounting strikeouts, with managers weighing bullpen depth and strategy.
National League Matchups Across Major Cities
Boston visits Brooklyn while New York travels to Philadelphia Chicago to play St Louis and Pittsburgh faces Cincinnati in league action with multiple city showdowns on the schedule.
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Boston
Philadelphia
New York
ST. Louis
Chicago
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
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Renee
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Mechanic Arts blank Concord High in baseball upset
Concord April 19 Mechanic Arts High School defeated Concord High 10 to 4 as captain Bjorkland dazzled on the mound. Bjorkland fanned 10 while Powers and Anderson paced early offense for M A H 8 with multiple hits, and Concord tallied late runs but could not overcome the Boston school.
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Concord
Mechanic Arts High School
Concord High
Bjorkland
Boston
M. A.H
Powers
Anderson
Shephard
Concord H
Cook
Varley
Cleary
Weinz
Miller
Decker
Barry
Hopkins
Baker
Murray
Park
Rero
Hanley
Lawson's Bulldog Wins at Providence Show
Providence April 19 Boston terriers bulldogs and collies were centers of interest at today's judging at the Rhode Island Kennel Club's beach show. In the bulldog class Fashion owned by Thomas W. Lawson captured blues and Graystone Breadalbane owned by Samuel Untermyer of Yonkers N Y ranked with the firsts in the collie classes.
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Providence
Boston Terriers
Collies
Rhode Island Kennel Club
Thomas W. Lawson
Graystone Breadalbane
Samuel Untermyer
Yonkers
N. Y
Quinona claims great curing powers from famed ingredients
The text extols Quinona’s use of quinine, mandrake, nux vomica, and hypophosphites. It asserts quinine content is minimal yet vital when combined with other ingredients, touts mandrake as a purifying laxative and tonic, credits nux vomica with nerve renewal, and hails hypophosphites as a top tissue builder enhancing bone and flesh.
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U. S
Quinona
How to Cure Eczema with Cuticura Remedies
A mother reports relief for her two year eczema ordeal in her child after using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent. She claims a permanent cure following baths and topical care, urging others to try the regimen as advertised. The note includes general instructions on bathing and applying products for skin scales and crusts.
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I. B. Jones
Applington
Inp. T
Cadleria
Quinona Health Tonic Blended With Aromatics
Quinona contains valuable medicinal ingredients combined into a soluble palatable mixture. Cardamom and caraway aid digestion and reduce flatulence while the aromatics make it gentle on delicate stomachs. The product is described as safe for all and difficult to duplicate due to its intricate manufacture.
Quinona Promises Health Restore Despite Stomach Ills
An advertisement asserts Quinona will restore perfect health for tired nerves upset stomach insomnia loss of appetite and impure blood. It presents a broad broad health appeal targeting general wellness without medical claims.
Battle Reported at Port Arthur Amid Chinese Russian Tensions
Paris April 20 The Journal cites a Kinkow despatch claiming a fresh battle rages at Port Arthur Outposts report skirmishes on the Yalu river island between Anju and Wiju for several days Some Japanese feared dead at night and noted disguises in straw cloaks and earth filled bags in defensive works Chinese commander Ma Tu Kun says Russians move west of the Liao River and Chinese troops are eager to attack
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Paris
Kinkow
Port Arthur
Liaoyang
Manchuria
Yalu
Anju
Wiju
Coreans
Shanghai
Ma Tu Kun
Skrydloff Advocates Aggressive Naval Tactics
Paris April 19 The Figaro quotes Vice Admiral Skrydloff now in St Petersburg saying offensive tactics are essential to push ahead and seize the initiative It is vital to keep the enemy unsettled invite combat and take chances He warns aggressiveness must be balanced with prudence and wisdom
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Paris
the Figaro Today
Skrydloff
St. Petersburg
Port Arthur naval balance quoted in cite on ships
A quoted line argues that Russia should be treated like Japan at Port Arthur, noting the Russians have fewer ships than the Japanese and thus should be judged by the same standards. The remark frames naval power as a decisive factor in the conflict and suggests parity in assessment.
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Port Arthur
Hearings for Liquor Licenses Before Police Board
Chairman Emmons announced no license would be refused before applicants present their case. Today and tomorrow the board will hear renewals for about 40 licenses awaiting action. Emmons expects few, if any, of the old licenses will fail renewal, given violations and disobedience to Police Board directions will block approvals.
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Emmons
Board of Police
Judge Emmons
Polie Board
Czar Expands Machine Gun Battalions to Siberian Divisions
St Peters burg April 19 The Emperor orders three machine gun battalions to join the First Third and Fifth Siberian divisions. Captain Reitzenstein who commanded Vladivostok squadron arrives at Port Arthur and hoists pennant on cruiser Askold as commander. He is succeeded at Vladivostok by Captain Yensin.
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ST. Petersburg
Reitzenstein
Vladivostok
Port Arthur
Askold
Yensin
House Favors Two New States From Territories
Washington April 19 The House passed a bill to form joint statehood pairs Oklahoma and Indian Territory as Oklahoma and Arizona with New Mexico as Arizona. Minority leader Williams doubted quick passage while Delegate Wilson of Arizona opposed the bill. Delegates Rodey New Mexico and McGuire Oklahoma supported it.
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Washington
House
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Arizona
New Mexico
Williams
Wilson
Rodey
McGuire
Boston Man Taken to New York Hospital
Laurence Clark registered at the Ashland House on Twenty fourth street Boston was taken to Bellevue Hospital in a coma today. He arrived at the hotel Sunday. He has a brother Lester W. Clark of 19 William street New York.
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New York
Laurence Clark
Ashland House
Twenty-fourth Street
Boston
Bellevue Hospital
Lester W. Clark
William Street
Brass Molders Union Endorses Quincy Strike Action
The Brass Molders Union 106 executive committee backed the Quincy Shipbuilding Company moulders protest against a 55 hour work week. At a special meeting the committee heard members’ report on conditions at Quincy and pledged support for the strike effort.
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Brass Molders’ Union
Quincy Shipbuilding
Quincy
Helen Gould Dines With President Roosevelt At White House
Miss Helen Gould and a party from New York were received by the President in Washington. She joined a luncheon with the President and Mrs. Roosevelt at the White House. Also present were Secretary Moody and guests Owen Wister and Stewart Edward White.
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Washington
Helen Gould
New York
Miss Gould
Roosevelt
White Hrouse
Moody
Messrs
Owen Wister
Stewart Edward White
Another Man Is Missing In Cambridge Community
William E. Corliss aged 67 living with his son H. D. Corliss at 220 Norfolk Street Cambridge is reported missing. He is described as slightly demented with grave fears for his safety. He stands about five feet two inches, weighs 125 pounds, with dark features and black curly hair.
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William E. Corliss
H. D. Corliss
Norfolk Street
Cambridge
PIANO AND ORGAN WORKERS HOLD SMOKE TALK
The joint smoke talk by Piano and Organ Workers' Unions 19 and 44 drew about three hundred attendees at Brodbine Hall. Delegates to the Boston international convention, opening July 11, heard addresses from Union leaders and committee chairs including Thomas B. Dardis P J Wilmot C R B Carlson Charles Morgan Frank H. Murray Fred Hadley and William Heffern.
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Dover
Albany
Boston
Thomas B. Dardis
P. J. Wilmot
Union 44
Cambridge
C. R B. Carlson
Charles Morgan
Union
Frank H. Murray
Fred Hadley
William Heffern
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