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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1908

Page

4

Twentyeth Body Found In Ruins At Chelsea

William Morris a 64 year old Chel sea shoemaker and his wife Annie are presumed dead following Palm Sunday fire damage. A nephew claimed the remains are his uncle and that Mrs Morris may also have perished. The inquest and fire investigation continued as thousands visited the ruins and Chelsea schools prepared phased reopening for pupils.

William Morris Annie Chelsea Palm Sunday Magrath John Morris Mrs. Morris

Auto relief drive aids Chelsea sufferers in crisis

The Chelsea relief committee thanks newspapers for mobilizing car owners. Fourteen autos were loaned to speed relief, with a reduced daily need of six cars anticipated. Emergency calls surged as stores closed. leaders secured transport from Elwyn G. Preston of R. H. White and Farrington of Shepard Norwell to deliver goods. The fund aims to rehab households via low prices from Boston stores, with insurance claim processing urged at the High School building, Chelsea. Food distribution is centralized, with three points and ration cards to prevent duplication, overseen by Lt. Belcher and Major Chase.

Keany Square Frederick P. Cabot Lincoln Hall Chelsea Boston Elwyn G. Preston R. H. White Company Woburn Farrington Shepard Norwell Company South Shore Henry B. Chapin Cabot Insurance Information Committee Heany Belcher General White Major Chase Chél Sea Army Chelsea Committee

Contributions push total near quarter million in mail gives

A public appeal announced that the total amounted to 228 973 43 with numerous donations of 100 or more. Named donors include Mrs Samuel Morse James Cumston Charles Hagkan Florence Minot Mrs J Sears Ratees Bick Lt Draper Myre H Lyman Mrs Hecht and an entertainment by 11 youths yielding 44.00 in receipts.

Pe com + enn Samuel Torrey Morse James 8. Cumston Charles C Hagkaon Ceccascohoaere Draper Thomas A. Watson T. Lyman Cs Csess Jacob Hecht

Bank Robber Shinborn Again Behind Bars in Boston

Max Shinborn, a 73 year old former bank burglar released from Concord State Prison after 13 years, was held overnight at Station 5 East Dedham Street in Boston amid suspicion tied to a $200 South End theft. Police said no charges were filed and he was being held for possible release if no cause for longer detention appeared.

Max Shinborn Concord N. H Boston Station 5 East Dedham Street South End W. J. Irwin Garland Post Irwin

Chelsea Children Soon Return to School

Chelsea children moved from the burned district to the district north of the Boston and Maine railroad must apply for admission at the nearest schools. Principals will receive them or place them on a waiting list for afternoon classes to be formed, prioritizing morning class enrollment.

Chelsea Boston & Maine Railroad

Shanahan Held On Alibi as Death Probe Moves On

Attorney Sylvester M. Whalen Jr. escorts Benedict Shanahan at Arlington police station amid a disputed alibi for the Annie Mullins death. Inspector Hooley reports a perfect alibi but keeps Shanahan in custody as Chief Urquhart is away. The Powers household and Alfred Shanahan corroborate the alibi while Whalen advises silence.

Shanahan Sylvester M. Whalen, Jr Arlington Whalen Annie Mullins Inspector Hooley Hooley Attorney Whalen Chief Urquhart Newfoundland Brothie Sylvester M. Whalen Mr. Whalen

Shanahan Defends Innocence After Annie Mullins Killing

Shipmates back Benedict Shanahan with uniform support as he proclaims his innocence. He learned of Annie Mullins’ murder from a newspaper report the next day and began reviewing the case.

Benedict Shanahan Shanahan Annie Mullins

Cascarets Compare to Laxative Foods in Effect

A health note states Cascarets act as a vegetable laxative with no griping. It explains they produce bowel movement similarly to laxative foods and are safe for regular use.

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