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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1903

Page

4

Flynn Stabbed During Ward 8 Argument Near Lowell Street

Michael Flynn 32, a lodging house resident near 1 Lowell street, was stabbed in the right thigh by Daniel Golden 40 of Cambridge during a heated Ward 8 dispute at Lowell and Causeway streets. Flynn, wounded but not fatally, was treated and expected to return home by May 1. Golden remained at large.

Ward 8 Michael Flynn Lowell Street Conry-Kelcher Daniel Golden Cambridge Flynn Causeway Street Welkin Lowell and Causeway Streets Hendricks Club John Kane

John Burns Warns of Uprising Over American Labor

London reports John Burns MP warns of a terrible uprising among American workers unless shorter hours child labor restrictions and proper sanitary workshops are provided. He calls industrial America a slaughterhouse and Golgotha and criticizes U S employers for a Napoleonic game while noting discontent drives emigration to Canada.

London America John Burns M. P Napoleon Canada Senate House of Representatives Pierpont Morgan

Freight Handlers Assembly Votes Action on Unauthorized Dues

The Freight Handlers' Assembly of the K of L met to prosecute someone collecting money under its name without authority. After the meeting a reception honored 10 new members and speakers included M. J. Kenney John A. McGonagle John R. Dalton and James Donovan. The union acted favorably on 20 applications.

A Gentleman's Soap for All Skin Types and Hair

A versatile toilet soap claims to improve complexion soften skin cure chapped hands and lips, pimples and sores, treat babies and adults for eruptions, prevent hair loss and promote growth, serve as a shaving aid, and provide a youthful glow. It is described as purer than food and more soothing than cold cream.

Hay Confers With Russian Ambassador On Manchuria Demands

Secretary Hay met Count Cassini at his home for nearly an hour to discuss Russia's Manchuria demands and impact on American interests. The note to Russia and the China authorities protests aim to protect open door and U S trade while noting potential concessions if negotiations succeed.

Washington Russia Manchuria Hay Count Cassini State Department McCormick St. Petersburg Foreign Office Conger Pekin United States Europe China

Praise for Russia's Manchuria work praised by U S pioneer

M Sergei Friede of New York a pioneer in Manchuria and first American to cross the region via the current Chinese Eastern railroad route says Russia has poured hundreds of millions into Manchuria and built thousands of miles of railway in six years. He notes Russia acts from an American viewpoint and highlights broad American commercial gains.

Danny Russia Manchuria Harbin Sungar Asia China America Japan Hong Kong Pittsburg Oregon New York M. Sergey Friede West Ninety-sixth Street Chinese Eastern Railroad Far East Friede Shanghai

Thousands Await Friday Wage Demands Across Trades

New York and nation wide employers and employees plan meetings to discuss wage and hour demands taking effect May 1. About 5 000 direct and 6 000 indirect workers in Boilermakers and Iron Shipbuilders could be idle if strikes occur. Local unions push for eight hour days and wage increases across building trades and related crafts.

New York Brotherhood of Boilermakers Iron Shipbuilders Marine Trades Council Marine Engineers’ Association New York Harbor Ferry Engineers United Garment Workers United States United Clothing Cutters Brotherhood of Cloakmakers Greater Harnessmakers’ Union

Man and Woman Killed by Trains at Grove Street Crossing

Providence report states Mrs. Margaret Gates aged unknown and Michael Lyons aged 35, both killed by trains. Gates was a widow with six sons and two daughters and was hastening home after an errand near Grove street crossing. Lyons, a weaver, died in Pittsfield after a passenger train collision.

Providence R. 1 Margaret Gates Grove Street Crossing Pittsfield Michael Lyons

Silver Anniversary for Jay Hunt and Wife Draws Boston Social Elite

Mr and Mrs Jay Hunt celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary at their Brookline home on Thorndike street with a flowered library bow er and a banquet. The couple, linked to Bowdoin Square Theatre and Lothrop enterprises, have children in theater and civil engineering roles. A host of friends from Boston Providence and Worcester attended, presenting abundant silver gifts.

Mrs Jay Hunt Boston Providence Worcester Thorndike Street Brookline Hunt Bowdoin Square Theatre Stock Company Lothrop Enterprises Henry Hunt Charlestown Navy Yard Charlotte Hunt Gussie Hunt Henrietta Hunt Asheville N. C Nettie Wooley Rose Wood L J. Sternburger Ernest D. Burden

Protests Over Vanderbilt Wedding Stir London Debate

London April 27 Father Black, famed for opposing marriages of divorced people, letters the Times protesting the Vanderbilt and Rutherford union led by Rev R H Hadden. He notes the bishop of London’s ruling that the marriage service for divorced persons is profanation and questions American Secretary White's involvement against church wishes.

London Father Black The Times Vanderbilt Rutherford R. H. Hadden St. Marks Riage Seation Mr. White Canterbury

Vast Financial Interests Involved in Vanderbilt Taking a New Wife

New York April 2 With the marriage of William K Vanderbilt public interest rises over his vast fortune and potential heirs. The piece details his background in railroads, the Vanderbilt family circle, and the impact on estate plans.

Vanderbilt New York William K. Vanderbilt Geneva Switzerland Paris Transportation Department New York Central Rutter

New Ruler Declared In Santo Domingo After Revolt

April 25 in San Domingo Republic of Santo Domingo reports a revolution ousting President Vasquez. A provisional government forms with President Wes Gil and ministers of interior foreign affairs justice finance public works war and marine coasts. News from the north is limited as city suffers homelessness and hospital shortages while Atlanta’s departure is lamented for medical aid.

San Domingo Republic of Santo Domingo Barahona San Pedro de Macoris Selbe Vasquez A. Wes-Gil Miguel Febles Fidelio Desprades Enrique Henriquez R. B. Galvan Jose Brache Dionisio Frias Francesco Detjeen San Carlos United States Atlanta

No Engagement Rumor Denied by Dunn and Plant Widows

In New York on April 26 authorities and representatives for ex Sheriff Thomas J. Dunn and the widow of Henry B. Plant deny any engagement. Both sides state there is no foundation for the rumor of marriage to the Plant system founder's widow.

New York Thomas J. Dunn Henry B. Plant Plant System Dunn

High school football matchups around the region

Newton High hosts Roxbury High and Cambridge hosts Harvard Freshmen. Wes High plays Cambridge High in Somerville, Everett meets Woburn in Everett, Malden faces Winthrop in Winthrop, Milton hosts Adams Academy in Quincy, and Andover visits Reading.

Newton High Roxbury High Newton Volkmann Harvard Cambridge Wes High Cambridge High Somerville Everett High Woburn High Everett Malden High Winthrop High Winthrop Milton High Adams Academy Quincy Andover Reading

Missionary Boat Dante Sets Sail From East Boston Harbor

On the bathhouse wharf at Border street East Boston the Rev J L Bates pastor of Meridian Street M E Bethel led the annual spring service. The missionary boat Dante with 12 oarsmen began its harbor tour distributing Bibles and literature to sailors in the harbor while the crowd sang God Be With You Till We Meet Again.

Border Street Boston JL. B. Bates Meridian Street

Emerson Hall fund urged to meet Emerson statue goal

Harvard fundraising for a proposed Emerson Hall memorial to Ralph Waldo Emerson faces a May 26 deadline to raise several thousand dollars to lay the cornerstone. The committee already has a bronze Emerson statue sketch by Frank Duveneck and lists numerous donations from Cabot, Mason, Lyman, Hand, and others, totaling substantial gifts toward the project.

Harvard Ralph Waldo Emerson College Yard Emerson Frank Duveneck Francis Boott Cambridge Mr. Emerson Emerson Hall

Fire destroys three Columbus business blocks with one fatality

Fire swept the northwest corner of High and Long streets in Columbus early today destroying the Brunson Union and Courtright buildings and damaging the Nichola building. Fireman Daniel Lewis, captain of engine company No. 1, was killed when a wall collapsed on him. Losses expected around 50000 dollars.

Columbus Brunson Union Courtright High Long Streets Nichola Daniel Lewis

Vanderbilt's Alpha Second in Poulains Race at Longchamp

Paris race day reports William K. Vanderbilt's Alpha finished second in the Prix Poule 4 d'Essai des Poulains at Longchamp.

Paris William K. Vanderbilt Alpha Longchamps

Arlington a Sure Winner Leads Mystic Valley Candle Pin Race

Arlington Boat Club remains top in the Mystic Valley Candle Pin league with a six game lead over 990th A A as four weeks remain. Medford Towanda Highland Kernwood Old Belfry follow. Individual averages see Cole of Medford leading, with Fox and Martin of the Battery team close behind.

Arlington Boat Club Highland Club Sting Mystic Valley A. A Calumet Battery Medford Towanda Highland Kernwood Old Belfry Arlington Cole Fox Martin

Marketmen League Ends Week With Pork and Produce Lead

The Marketmen league concludes its schedule this week as Pork and Produce tie for the lead. A decisive winner will emerge after tomorrow night’s clash. Hollis tops the individual averages, with strong scores across Poultry, Produce, and Butter divisions.

Marketmen’s League Hollis W. L. Pins Littlefield Wood Beckford Benjamin Walker Snow

Local Cricket and Race Standings Teased From Av. Ledger

Fragmentary OCR shows names and scores tangled with initials and dates. Notable entries include Brown Cur and Parker Hol with scores around 418 and 420, plus multiple players such as Summers Welsh McMullen Russell Stout Mumford and Wilson. Summary reflects a damaged standings list or roster table from a midweek schedule.

W. L. Av. W. L. AY. Shep Ward Welsh S. N McMullen Russell P. H Stout Bo di

Mystic Valley and Marketmen’s League Schedules

Mystic Valley listings show Monday Old Belfry at Towanda and Wednesday Highland at 990th A A Medford at Arlington Thursday Calumet at Kernwood. In Marketmen’s League Tuesday Produce vs Pork Thursday Poultry vs New England Friday Butter vs ees. Mercantile League has Tuesday matches at Chauncy alleys.

Mystic Valley Old Belfry Towanda Highland A. A Medford Arlington Calumet Kernwood New England Mercantile League Chauncy Alleys

Henry J. Lancy Dead in Provincetown

Henry John Lancy died suddenly of grip at his Provincetown home after a brief illness. Born May 14, 1826, he was a seaman turned mechanic, married twice, and famed for wood carving and souvenirs from wrecks including Somerset. Funeral today at his home with Rev. F. L. Payson officiating. he leaves a widow and many friends.

Provincetown Henry John Lancy Mr. Lancy Helen McBrien Houston Elizabeth I. Barrister Boston Laney Somerset F. L. Payson Universalist Church

Moran season to be led by Bill Tenzler in new motor pace effort

Bill Tenzler will manage Moran this season and has ordered a modern French motor to boost pace. Elkes and Walthour will meet all comers on Baltimore and Washington tracks starting May 15. C Ross Klosterman of Baltimore cancels talks with George Leander to arrange his season.

Bill Tenzler Moran Bill France Elkes and Walthour Baltimore Washington Ross Klosterman George Leander Klosterman Atlanta Parc Des Princes Paris Joe Nelson Bouhours Robl Charles River The Charles River Park Spooner Langham Hotel Boston Andicap Eason

Memorial Day work horse parade plans underway

Arrangements for a Memorial Day horse parade are nearly complete and volunteers are urged to assist. Meetings happen Wednesdays at 11:30 at Young's, with entry closes May 15. Secretary H C Merwin, Room 306 State House, handles entries. entry blanks available from the secretary or Team Drivers' Union Secretary Brown at 181 Washington Street North.

Young’s H. C. Merwin State House Brown Team Drivers’ Union Washington Street North

Shamrock III Reaches Clyde Port

London reports Shamrock III has arrived at the Clyde marking a notable maritime leg for the sailing team. Other sporting items appear on page three.

London The Clyde

Woman's Beauty Tied to Blood Purity and Digestion

The fragment suggests beauty depends on pure blood and strong digestion and promises improvement through unspecified products or regimens. It presents a health claim linking complexion to bodily balance and diet.

Triscuit and Beechams Pills Ad Pages Reach Customers

Beechams Pills sold everywhere in boxes 10c and 2c. Triscuit described as the electric baked biscuit and the highest type of cracker making art. Best for all ages. Ask Grocers.

Ask Grocers

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West End Munyon Soap Czar Siberia Peking Tien Tsin Vostok Yellow Sea William Kissam Vanderbilt William H. Vanderbilt Cornelius Alva Smith Mobile Ala Oliver H. P. Belmont Consuelo Duchess of Marlborough William K., Jr Virginia Fair Harold 8 W. K. Vanderbilt Lewis Morris Rutherford Samuel S. Sands Meadow Brook Hunt Club Mr. Rutherford Ann Harriman Oliver Harriman J. Low Harriman J. Borden Harriman Stephen H. Olin William R. Travers Joseph Harriman Herbert Harriman Oliver Harriman, Jr Lake Shores Michigan Central Willam K Cornelius Vanderbilt William Rockefeller D. O. Mills Samuel D. Babcock Mr. Twombly Chauncey M. Depew F. W. Vanderbilt Mr. Vanderbilt Santo Domingo MR. Dunn Mrs. Plant Vladivostock Elliot Cabot Henry Lie F. P. Mason Arthur T. Lyman Learned Hand Albany William Aonere George Mam Sturgis Bigelow Seeanseense Ulsqug Mous P. Kimball Lab Geweserbaes W. W. Goodwin Charles P. Hemenway George Putnam Mere Charles Pees Pon Storer Ghd NG I AY . L. Wu Ooeth A. A Kern Mayo Massers Puilprick Sel Wee Gray Ae Martin Richardson Cal Harding Henry J. Lancy Shamrock
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