This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1897
Page
2
Uncertainty surrounds the Mowry inquest as evidence hints at possible motive and influence. Authorities weigh whether Mowry's actions led to Reynolds’s death while financial entanglements suggest he may have been left money by the deceased.
Coroner Granger continues the inquest into the Oakland tragedy as the town awaits the Martin Mowry murder trial. Witnesses describe Elisha Mathewson’s will, Mowry’s finances, and the fire that burned Reynolds and Savilla, with evidence of prior injuries and a robbed safe. The room is crowded as new details emerge, including a bayonet and a pistol encounter. The inquiry resumes Tuesday morning with Mowry prepared to testify after injuries.
In diplomatic circles the view grows that Greece and Turkey could reach an agreement without loss of prestige since Turkey shows a formidable army and Greece has proven valor. Greece is said to have acted defensively, with irritation in Athens over its restrained policy and troops falling back instead of holding frontier positions.
Athens reports the Greek government will press the war with greater energy after withdrawing to Pharsala from Mati and Larissa. Edhem Pasha tried a crushing assault, Greeks capture Plaka and Pentepigadia, Turks abandon Kaletzin, Epirus rising feared, Greek wounded urge healing to rejoin colors, fleet activity and lighthouse lights darkened.
London reports on April 25 that the Greek defeats at Larissa suggest the war’s end is near. Britain, France, Germany, and Italy move toward an armistice, with Greece possibly pledging to obey a European mandate. A decision may come by Tuesday, as Athens and Constantinople weigh terms.
Reverend A A Berle preached on the war in the east from Acts sixteen nine urging Christians to understand the Berlin treaty and European motives. He condemned Turkish finances and Rothschilds in bonds, calling Christianity’s failure to act a terrible indictment. He urged a broader Christianity that speaks for humanity worldwide.
Telegrams from Constantinople report Larissa occupied by Ottoman cavalry, Hellenic troops fleeing with arms and ammunition. Edhem Pasha notes strategic position near Turnovo, hill of Lesdaki taken, Osman Pasha given secret orders as Rumors of forced Greek expulsions rise amid ministerial warnings. Despatch confirms fall of Larissa from Turkish foreign affairs ministry in Washington.
Despatches from Arta update yesterday’s report as Colonel Caimandouros leads 1200 Greeks against 2500 Turks near Pentepigadia. The clash lasted from 3:20 PM to 7:30 PM with Greek losses feared at around 150 dead or wounded. A Turkish force of 12,000 reportedly advanced through passes to Derek, prompting Greek retreat to Makrychorl.
Telegraph dispatch from Constantinople reports Ahmed Hifzi, Turkish commander, says Pentepigadia fortress was recaptured. Greek losses totaled 300 killed and 219 wounded. Turkish losses 61 killed and 3 wounded with 62 Greeks captured. Turks seized stores, ammunition and Gras rifles.
The Morning Post reports from Arta that Clement Harris, English volunteer and son of Admiral Harris, was killed at Pentepigidia. The note expresses deep regret over his death and notes his service.
Albert Ham of Cambridgeport Mass died at Cottage Hospital in Portsmouth N H from concussion of the brain following a runaway accident in the city last Sunday.
About 400 Greeks gathered at Odd Fellows Hall last night as D T Timayenis and others urged support for Greece. Donations neared six thousand dollars with gifts from A Jounaris and Professor Anagnos. Volunteers were urged to join a sea voyage to Athens to aid in the war effort.
Warren W Spalding of Waterville Maine registered at the St James Hotel 69 Beach Street Friday evening and was found dead in Room 5 at 7 last evening A doctor and undertaker were notified and a letter addressed to Mrs W W Spalding 24 Western Ave was found on the table He complained of pains in his side and said he feared he was dying He was last seen alive at supper and lay dead in bed fully dressed having been dead about four hours before discovery After visiting the United States Hotel he came to St James prior to the death
The river rose and broke levees flooding the bottoms near Ottumwa. Houses were carried downstream while water ran above first story level. Main Burlington line is impassable as workers fight to save others. Wabash and Milwaukee tracks submerged for 200 feet, Rock Island line under water. No trains run.
Wire Commissioner Flood faced questions from the Building Trades Council over alleged neglect to recognize union linemen. Mayor Quincy may not be reappointed. The newly formed Structural Iron Workers faced opposition from Housesmiths who claim secessionist motives. The council rejected dual unions in trades and refused to credential Iron Workers delegates. Lynn contractors Manning and Eaton were condemned for ten hour days. eight hour standards were urged for carpenters. A union label footwear pledge was urged. Committees were appointed for municipal, organizing, credentials, and financial duties, with meetings set for Dexter Hall and Wells Memorial.
Captain Albert E. Proctor a veteran of the Forty second Massachusetts Volunteers died at 179 Webster Street East Boston after a long illness Brights disease hastened his end He and his brother Alfred N Proctor were famed as identical twins in the Civil War and shared long service with the Fusileers Ancient and Honorables Native and Loyalists National Lancers and G A R Post 7 The funeral is set for Wednesday with Post 7 and possibly the Old Guard attending Interment at Mt Auburn
Shepherd Thayer aged 71 prominent citizen of North Adams died after paralysis. He practiced law here for years, served in the Legislature in 1867 and 1869, was State Senator in 1871 and 1872, and held district court and then judgeship until May 1. Survived by wife two sons ex Senator S Proctor Theyer and G D Thayer and a daughter Mrs Edward A Wright.
Baltimore April 25 President Gus Tavus T Kirby of the Intercollegiate Amateur Athletic Association has written to L A W racing board Chairman Mott seeking a ruling on an Albany national assembly amendment. The issue concerns payment of expenses by colleges for representatives at a closed meet. The ruling will state that when college men alone compete they follow I A A A rules on expenses and L A W rules on racing.
Cyrus Morris Todd, 70, longtime mathematics professor at Williams College for 27 years, died today of bowel inflammation in Williamsport. A Williams graduate of 1855, he taught mathematics and Latin at Jefferson College and Indiana State University before returning to Williams in 1870. He was noted as a fine Latin scholar and literary critic.
Colonel Edwin Morse dies suddenly at his home 54 Pemberton street North Cambridge. He was a well known Cambridge and Boston business figure and a billiard table manufacturer at 3 Tremont row.
Division 34 of the A O H organized a military company last evening in Carroll Hall Harrison avenue with 64 members enrolled and a majority expected. Officers elected include Peter E Murphy commander M J Mc Laughlin captain Edward Sherry first lieutenant H D Montague second lieutenant and P J Casey clerk. Speeches were given by Murphy Mc Laughlin and Treasurer Thomas J O Connor noting a parade at the national A O H convention in Boston in July 1895.
Diamonds watches jewelry silverware clocks manicure sets banquet lamps available on instalments. Orders by mail or telephone receive prompt attention. Boston based American Wringer Company Broadway extension successor Met. Manufacturing Co.
William W Cross prominent Brockton business man died suddenly at his Green Street home at age sixty five. He had long been active in local commerce and amassed a large fortune. He attended Porter Congregational Church with his wife before a breathing difficulty sent him from the service and into a carriage.
William B. Cross dies at home after unassisted collapse in parlor. Born November 20, 1838 in North Bridgewater, he built a Palmer tack factory, led W. W. Cross & Co, and held roles at Brockton Street Railway, Brockton National Bank, Brockton Savings Bank, Standard Rubber, and local societies. Survived by wife Mary J. Bartlett and son William B. Cross Jr., manager of Brockton City Theatre. Funeral arrangements noted with Unity Church attendance by family.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.