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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1895
Page
2
Allen, serving time, reiterates that Minnie Williams was alive six months ago and remains certain she is alive now. He says detectives from Chicago will gain no information unless he is released, adding that he will speak only on his terms.
The Revere Yacht Club hosted its first midsummer dance led by Commander Hauck, offering a high class musical program at Mr BE Sullivan’s Neptune street home. The event drew many attendees including Senator Joseph Corbett and numerous Murphy and Murphy-related figures. Nearby Warwick House on Cottage Hill presented a lively entertainment last evening.
John Reed about 24, reportedly a West End street railway conductor or Boston broker's clerk, was killed at the Woburn Highlands station of the Boston and Maine railroad at 4 15 p m today after trying to board a moving train.
Ex mayor Hugh O'Brien died suddenly at 10 40 yesterday morning in Somerville at age 68. He founded the Shipping and Commercial List and issued Boston trade reports used by Merchants' Exchange. He served eight years on the Board of Aldermen, four as chairman, advocating park development, labor protections, and sewer and water improvements. Funeral from Cathedral of the Holy Cross, 10 AM Monday. interment at Melrose Cemetery. Survived by his wives Catherine Shea and Elizabeth Clinton and several children including Rev Father O'Brien and Miss Madeline O'Brien.
The long life of ex Mayor Hugh O'Brien ends after a sudden heart failure at his Somerville visit. He guided city finances, defended workers, reduced tax burdens, and chaired the Board of Survey. He served as president of the Union Institution for Savings and led several Catholic and civic organizations. He leaves wife Elizabeth and children Harry and Madeline. Funeral at Cathedral of the Holy Cross, interment Holyhood Cemetery.
Hugh O'Brien arrived in 1882 with his parents, settling near Fort Hill. At age seven he finished grammar school, then joined the Boston Courier office. At twelve he moved to Tuttle Dennet Chisholm on School Street, and by fifteen he had shown notable talent in print work.
Details on rigging fixes for Bellmain and Defender as yachtsmen debate speed margins between Vigilant Defender and Britannia. Start slated for 11 off Brenton's Reef Light with wind direction to Block Island or Hen and Chickens contingent on tomorrow's conditions. Also note Nydia arrival with Eugene Tompkins and plans to follow the race.
The 1880s Newport society week unfolds with multiple schooners racing off Brenton's Reef Lightship and Brenton. Jubilee in poor racing condition amid weak turn buckles and a sprung topmast. Sailors fear severe tests if a blow comes, while Lawley works on new buckles and rigger Bell Overhauls the Jubilee.
Mayor Curtis expresses surprise at the death of ex Mayor O'Brien recalling their long service together from the Board of Aldermen to the Board of Survey. He notes O'Brien rose from a poor boy to a prominent citizen aiding city reorganization in 1885 and served private corporations in the city for years.
Ex mayor Matthews lauds the late Mr. O'Brien as an able administrator and a good husband and father. He recalls a long warm friendship and notes O'Brien's strong help to the city during his tenure as mayor.
Ex mayor Green vouched for Mr O'Brien saying he has known him many years and always found him a worthy citizen his surprise at the recent announcement was clear as he spoke of the man he greatly esteemed.
A lone quotation reflects on mortality and who might pass first, suggesting the speaker expected to die before others. The text hints at personal anticipation of death and introspection without providing identifiable names or dates.
General Martin honors the memory of former Boston Mayor Mayor O'Brien noting his practical accomplishments and public service. He defeated ex Mayor Martin in 1883 and lost to him the next year, praising O'Brien's integrity and official capacity.
Judge Corcoran, on warm terms with ex Mayor O'Brien, said yesterday that O'Brien's administration was not only Democratic but that upon leaving City Hall his political enemies could not find a flaw in his four years of mayoral service.
Councillor John H. Sullivan expressed grief at the death of Mayor O'Brien, praising him as a good friend and upright citizen. He credited him as a splendid self-made Irish American, reflecting credit on both the nation of his birth and Boston for elevating him to the city’s highest office.
At the Franklin Typographical Society monthly meeting president Murray C Upham announced the death of treasurer Hon Hugh O'Brien. An early member since 1844 he became president in 1860 and treasurer in 1871 serving yearly. He also chaired the board of trustees and his careful investing drew noted respect and applause. A committee including Upham was appointed to draft resolutions for the September meeting.
Vice-President Martin P. Higgins and Secretary C. W. Brown presided as about 300 dollars were voted at the meeting to cover sick and death benefits for the past month.
Ex-Mayor Hart lauds Mr OBrien as a worthy citizen and praises his service as alderman and mayor. He recalls sitting beside OBrien in Governor Rice’s funeral pew and expresses deep regret and readiness to testify to his worth.
The Hon Patrick Maguire recalls Hugh O Brien a Boston leader who died suddenly after forty years of acquaintance He was the first Catholic elected mayor and a long serving alderman whose work helped reduce city prejudice He was active in many organizations and his loss will be felt by thousands.
Death notices for Fann A Frost of East Boston dated July 31 with prayers at 274 Princeton Street Friday August 2 at 3 PM. Relatives and friends invited. Also Lamprell of Marblehead died July 4 at age nine months two days with funeral notices to follow.
The American Wringer Co announces manufacture of wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers at 13 and 1 Broadway extension city. Repairs offered for all kinds of wringers and sweepers. Orders by mail promptly attended to. Telephone Tremont 764.
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