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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1894

Page

2

Bloodshed on Shawmut Avenue: Griffin Stabs Crowley in Broad Daylight

At 12 15 PM on Shawmut Avenue near Castle Street Michael Griffin a fish peddler stabbed William Crowley in the right side. Crowley was treated at Emergency Hospital. Griffin fled through Shawmut Avenue Indiana Place seeking more victims before incident intensified as a young man with an umbrella and accomplices intervened and the crowd searched for police. Crowley later gave a statement but will take no action for now.

Shawmut Avenue Castle Street William Crowley Michael Griffin Griffin Goodspeed Bros Michael Murphy Dover Street Crowley Indiana Place Murphy’s O’ryan Coyle Joyce Providence

Double colored man slashing affray ends in hospital arrest

In East Boston a knife attack occurred on the top floor of a three story house at 2 Hootencourt. John E. Jordan 28 and Richard Thypign 24 were the principals. Thypign allegedly drew a knife from a table slashing Jordan from nose to neck, severing arteries. Jordan received thigh and rib cuts. Thypign fled but was captured by Patrolman Sweeney. Jordan treated at Station 7 and at City Hospital. Thypign claimed Jordan struck him with a blackjack.

Hootencourt Boston John E. Jordan Richard Thypign Baker Thypign Richard Jordan Thypign Sweeney Ensworth

Gambling Charges and Beach Fines Highlight Chelsea Court

In Chelsea Police Court Charles Harrington and John Welch alias Smiley Whelan faced gambling with dice charges for an incident in Revere. Harrington paid a $15 fine. Welch’s case was continued. Also fined for improper conduct on Crescent Beach were Charles Wentworth of Kirtland Vermont and Arthur M Brown of Boston, each $10. The Lynn railroad boat renovation aims to begin Sunday weekend service. The Winthrop Yacht Club minstrel troupe rehearsed under Harry Ballou and the Leighton House hop drew about eighty to ninety attendees led by Lawrence Neebe. Michael Driscoll lent his new steam yacht for judges in today’s commodore’s challenge race, with start from the club house at 10 o’clock.

Chelsea Charles Harrington John Welch Smiley Whelan Revere Harrington Charles H. Wentworth Kirtland Arthur M. Brown Boston Crescent Beach City of Lynn Boston, Revere Beach

Five Days of Agony In Me Aged Man Found Wounded

Mica jah Grant, about years old, was found unconscious at the top of the stairs in his South Berwick home. Neighbors forced entry after five days without contact and his thigh was broken. His recovery is doubtful and condition reported as serious.

South Berwick Micajah Grant

Drink Witching Root Beer Ad From Dr Swett

An advertisement extols Dr Swett s Root Beer as superior to quack medicines and promotes The Great Temperance Drink prepared from roots berries and hops. It notes depots and addresses 245 Washington Street and 243 Tremont Street.

Francis W. Reid M D London United States

Francis W Reid M D London United States late manager and consulting physician at Metropolitan Provident Dispensary Co London England. Specialist in heart derangement lung disorder and general nervous debility. Primary consultation free. Country patients invited to write for symptom list. Residence and office Sunnyside 8 Warren St Roxbury Boston.

Francis W.reid London United States Metropolitan Provident Dispensary Co Eng Sunnyside Warren St Dale St Roxbury Bostea

Fallon’s Side Sparks Quincy Fire Hall Clash

In Quincy Aug 3 the fire department dispute centers on Chief Williams charging ex-Councilman Fallon. Fallon denies intoxication the night of the fire, cites witnesses, and claims Williams aims to undermine him for reputation. Fallon cites his prior fire dept service and council roles.

Quincy Williams Fallon Post Quincy Centre Fire Department Common Council

Rescue Halts Fatal Cutters Accident at Granite Works

George Wentworth, 38, employed at Mitchell granite works in South Quincy, suffered severe injuries when a plank fragment fell and caught him in a revolving stone cutting machine. A fellow worker stopped the machine, saving his life. he lost fingers, shattered a shoulder blade, and badly injured an eye, with possible internal injuries. Wentworth, married with several children, faces critical condition.

Quincy George Wentworth Mitchell Granite Works South Quincy Wentworth

Hannah Leary's scalp sale shocks Salem readers

Hannah Leary, who lost her scalp, remains in fragile condition as doctors debate treatment. Some physicians protest that grafting fresh skin earlier might have saved her, while others warn the odds against recovery stand at about a thousand to one. The old scalp remains in place and shows no signs of knitting.

Salem Hannah Leary

Cruiser Stuck In Ontario Shoal Released By Tug

Amherstburg Ont Aug 3 The United States steamship Michigan which ran onto a shoal at Bar Point yesterday was freed at noon today by the Home Rule and was not much damaged.

Amherstburg Ont United States Michigan Bar Point

De Feo fears padrone system amid threats in Hartford

A De Feo, a prominent Italian merchant opposing the padrone network, faces threats after his wife was menaced by Italian barber Tony Laraia. He received a Latin cross and dagger letter warning of death by Aug 15 if he stays. Police provide protection as he remains in Hartford.

Hartford Conn A. de Feo Wfe Tony Laraia Carnot Te Feo

Harbor ex cursions on the steamer Putnam schedule

The steamer Putnam captained by C H Crocker runs daily from Commercial wharf at 10 am and Sundays at 10 30. Special Saturday matinee trips depart at 2 30 pm returning about 7 30 pm. Trips go along the North or South Shore and cost 50 cents for a round trip.

Putnam C. H. Crocker

Electric collision on Tremont Street injures trio

E. P. Riley and two boys, John J. Glynn aged 9 and Hamilton Campbell aged 10, were knocked from a fruit team when struck by an electric vehicle on Tremont Street yesterday. Riley escaped with a deep scalp cut. Glynn suffered a severe head injury and Campbell a severely cut ankle. They were transported by patrol wagon to City Hospital.

E. P. Riley John J. Glynn Hamilton Campbell Tremont Street Riley Glynn Campbell City Hospital

Barrett Murder Trial Set for September in East Cambridge

William Barrett faces a murder indictment for the May 17 death of James Farrar, a Lincoln farmer. The trial begins September 10 at East Cambridge with J. B. Goodrich and Lawyer Selfridge as counsel. Barrett appears in good health after being indicted at the June court session for murder in the first degree.

William Barrett James Farrar Lincoln East Cambridge J. B. Goodrich Selfridge Barrett

Boston Elevated Railroad Company Organized Leaders Named

The Boston Elevated Railroad Company organized yesterday naming General Charles A. Whittier of New York as president, George H. Towle of Boston as vice president, George S. Carney of Lowell as treasurer, and Fred C. Patch of Wakefield as clerk.

Boston Elevated Railroad Company Charles A. Whittier New York Boston George H. Towle George S. Carney Lowell Fred C. Patch Wakefield

Herz Sentenced To Five Years In Paris Trial

Paris, Aug. 3. Dr. Cornelius Herz, the Panama lobbyist, though absent from Paris, was sentenced today to five years in prison and a fine of 8000 francs.

Paris Cornelius Herz Panama

American Wringer Co. Wringer and sweeper makers at Broadway extension

The American Wringer Co. of 12 and 1b Broadway extension advertises manufacture of wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. Repairs offered for all kinds of wringers and sweepers. Mail orders welcome and prompt attention. Telephone Tremont 764.

The American Wringer Co Broadway Extension City Tremont

Free Medical Services For All Diseases By Dr Dewey

A Palmer street notice proclaims free medical examinations and attendance by Dr. Dewey the specialist for all illnesses during hard times. Offices at Hotel Pelham 74 Boylston Street, hours 9 to 1 and 2 to 6 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday 10 to 4. Closed Wednesday and Thursday evenings.

Dewey Hotel Pelham Boylston Street

Trade prospects hint interior gains amid July improvements

Inland cities show larger July aggregations than last year while June's lead narrows. Tea prices may rise if ports close. Boston and Philadelphia report quiet staple lines. Pittsburg and Baltimore show modest gains in dry goods and accessories. Midland areas note mixed signals with some crop damage and improved shoe and hardware demand. Canada sees dull trade but decent crop prospects and notable bankruptcy activity this week.

New York Bradstreet San Francisco Pittsburg Baltimore Augusta Atlanta Boston St. Louis Asia China Japan Chicago Philadelphia Providence Midland Cleveland Detroit Louisville Omaha Milwaukee Minneapolis Duluth Cincinnati Kansas City Memphis Charleston Savannah Jacksonville Nashville Chatanooga Birmingham New Orleans Galveston Texas United States Canada Montreal Halifax New Brunswick Toronto Hamilton Dominion

Book Coupon Incomplete Notice

Ably crowded display tomorrow will feature a complete coupon set. The item today is unavailable as customers await the full collection and related promotions.

Crowded Out at Boston and Maine Station Hack Stand

Hackmen complain of restricted space at the Boston and Maine depot. They allege Armstrong Transfer Company receives privileged stand and staff, often runs 15 to 18 hacks though only ten rights exist. Armstrong personnel direct travelers while hackmen act only on request. On Thursday night Armstrong allegedly carried 31 passengers, hackmen only four.

Boston & Maine Armstrong Transfer Company Armstrong Company Armstrong Hackmen

Tragic Fall Kills Little Minnie Goodwin in West End

Eighteen month old Minnie Goodwin of No 8 North Margin Street West End died after climbing onto a second floor window sill and falling twenty five feet to the sidewalk. The skull was crushed and she died instantly. Medical Examiner Stedman notified.

Fighteen Minnie Goodwin North Margin Street West End Stedman

Will He Get Out Greenfield News of Eugene Taylor Case

Greenfield reports growing belief that Eugene Samuel Taylor, serving a life sentence for an alleged Deerfield child murder eight years ago, may be misjudged. Supporters cite his guilty plea at trial to save his neck, other testimony, and claims he acted to spare his family, with his counsel seeking postconviction relief and Judge Conant overseeing possible exonerating review.

Greenfield Eugene Samuel Taylor Charlestown Deerfield Taylor Francis B. Wells Eugene S. Taylor Supreme Court Conant Carrie L. McDowell Brice McDowell Eugenes. Taylor

Longshoremen Strike Meeting At Hoosac Tunnel Docks

A stormy public meeting of Daniel O Connell Assembly 7174 at Monument Hall Charlestown addressed by Padden and Bishop urged a settlement with Mr Booth stevedore of Leyland line. The session turned disorderly and a secret meeting was held to prevent interruptions by nonmembers. The plan called for the State Knights of Labor to negotiate a settlement with Booth.

Hoosac Tunnel Charlestown Monument Hall Daniel O’connell John Gallivan Edward Stevens Padden Bishop Booth Leyland The Knights of Labor

Cambridge Mayoral Prospects Stir Local Gossip

In Cambridge a lively mayoral rumor mill swirls over next year’s race. Reported candidates include M. E. Rideout, John Read, Edgar R. Champlin, and Alvin F. Sortwell, while Mayor Bancroft’s plans remain uncommitted as the Democratic city committee weighs its stance.

Cambridge M. E. Rideout John Read William Read & Sons Edgar R. Champlin Greenhalge Alvin F. Sortwell Bancroft Hells Democratic City Committee

Farmer Lukeman Hurt by Horse in Weymouth Pasture

A Weymouth farmer, J. Lukeman of Sumner street, was leading a horse when a dog frightened the animal. The horse threw him against a stone wall, severing his head and face. He was found unconscious and two physicians treated him for two hours before he regained consciousness. He is expected to recover.

Weymouth J. Lukeman Sumner Street Lukeman

Moonlight excursion planned by Division 7 Boston

Division 7 of South Boston plans a moonlight harbor sail with a vocal and instrumental concert and dancing as major attractions.

Division 7 South Boston

Shandon Arrives at Honolulu Short of Provisions

The British ship Shandon, en route from Calcutta, reached Honolulu on July 22 with a half-starved crew and insufficient provisions, prompting renewed concern over the vessel and its sailors.

San Francisco Calcutta Honolulu

Ibis Yacht Guests At Boothbay Harbor Event

General Lawrence hosts a yacht visit at Boothbay Harbor with Mrs. Lawrence Miss Lawrence Warren Lawrence Mr and Miss Bachelder and Mr Crane aboard the Ibis on August 3 with guests enjoying seaside hospitality and social exchange.

Boothbay Harbor General Lawrence Ibis

Beaty dies from factory accident injuries at Carney Hospital

Michael Beaty a 30 year old worker injured at Bishop's factory on Tudor Street South Boston last Tuesday died at noon yesterday at Carney Hospital from the shock of the injuries.

Michael Beaty Bishop's Factory Tudor Street Boston Carney Hospital

Tremont Temple Sunday Services at Music Hall

Boston readers are invited to Tremont Temple and Union Hall events with Rev. Dr. McArthur at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. plus a Sunday School at noon and a 3 p.m. song service. The Baptist and Congregational notices include Union Hall addresses and brief lectures by Rev. A. D. Mayo on Perils of American Life and The Peril of Wild Thinking. Special music led by George Mendall Taylor. all welcome.

Tremont Temple Music Hall McArthur Tito Jesus B. Y. M. Christian Union Union Hall Boylston Street A. D. Mayo Boston Samuel Ball George Mendall Taylor Hospitaller Washington Street W. F. Frazier Peters People’s Temple Columbus, Avenue Berkeley Street Madison C. Peters D. D New York

Yachting Hero Ned Robinson Severely Injured at Sea

Dorchester yachtsman Ned Robinson was badly injured while aboard Lydia Adams off the Maine coast when a tonic bottle exploded, glass striking his face and eyes. Commodore Davenport and Dorchester Yacht Club members were nearby. doctors fear loss of one eye, possibly both. Robinson, married, resides on Bird Street.

Dorchester Ned’’ Robinson Commodore Davenport Dorchester Yacht Club Lydia Adams Maine Robinson Mr. Robinson Bird Street

Syrian lady Madam Barakat speaks at Fryeburg temperance event

Madam Barakat, eminent Syrian lady, addressed Fryeburg listeners on August 8 about home life and contrasts between Syrian and American women. She urged temperance and American resolve to curb liquor. Also, Mr A D Fisk of New York delivered an illustrated lecture on The Columbian Exposition.

Lyman Attleman Jailed on Stolen Goods Charge in Boston

Lyman Attleman, 52, of 62 Leverett street, was taken into custody by Division 2 officers on a warrant alleging receipt of stolen goods including shoes and leather from Edward Faunce of 41 Court street. John Archdeacon, 22, was arrested at Lagrange street station for alleged larceny of a black walnut chair from Hatchs auction room on Tremont street yesterday afternoon.

Lyman Attleman Leverett Street Edward Faunce Court Street John Archdeacon Lagrange Street Hatch Tremont Street

Concord man arrested for theft of tandem bicycle and more

Arthur L. Drew alias H E White of Centre Harbor was arrested in Lakeport on a charge of stealing a tandem bicycle rented from a local dealer last Monday. He admits guilt and confesses to stealing another wheel in somerville Mass watch in Callejeeport Mass and wheels in Tilton and Ashland which he sold. He will be arraigned in Police Court tomorrow morning.

Concord N. H Arthur L. Drew H. E. White Centre Harbor Lakeport Somerville Mass Tilton Ashland Callejeeport

Dispute Leaves Foley with Broken Ankle in South Boston

Patrick Condon of 487 East First street called at 483 East First Street and engaged in a dispute with Thomas Foley. The men began fighting and Foley was knocked down and broke his left ankle. Amhon was arrested. Foley was taken to City Hospital.

Patrick Condon East First Street Boston Thomas Foley Foley Amhon City Hospital

Clerk Follows into Elevator Well Injury at Devonshire Street

W. L. Prescott, 55, a clerk for Marston and Converse at 85 Devonshire Street, plunged into an elevator well yesterday and suffered a fracture to the bones of his right ankle.

W. L. Prescott Marston & Converse Devonshire Street

Emergency hand fire extinguisher operations in three months

The device subdued 16 accidental fires during its first quarter of existence at 272 Franklin St, incurring total losses under $600. Investigation requested.

Franklin St

Tramp denouement in Cambridge yard relief effort

Boston and Albany yard officers trap a dum my tramp made of straw among tramps in Cambridge. Patrolman Forrestalls reports nineteen arrests in two mornings, with multiple race and mobility variations among detainees. Nearly ninety real tramps have been sent to the House of Correction in four months.

Boston & Albany Yard Cambridge Forrestalls Station 2 House of Correction

Injuries After Elevator Fall and Other Accidents

William Prescott of Mars ton & Converse coal dealers fell into an elevator well at 8 Devonshire Street. He was taken to Emergency Hospital with a broken right leg and internal injuries. Philip Sullivan, 20, a Henry Hussey plumber employee, was hurt near the right eye by lime and sent to Emergency Hospital. William Curley, 34, a teamster, was badly cut when an open blade pierced his chest. his condition is serious and he was also taken to Emergency Hospital.

William Prescott Marston & Converse Devonshire Street Mr. Prescott Appleton Street Philip Sullivan Henry Hussey William Curley

Absence of Witnesses Delays Hearings in Investigation

The public institutions hearing faces delays as witnesses are not present. Hearings extend into the latter part of August due to the missing testimony and the gradual buildup of participation.

Roof assault on 74 year old woman shocks city

Mrs Catherine Odlum 74 is beaten on the roof at 22 Eliot Street by three men. Her daughter Mrs Charlotte Smith and a caller witness part of the attack. Mrs Odlum dislocates her shoulder, suffers heart failure, and appears unlikely to recover. Suspects Louis Tobin and D W Shaffer linked to rival incidents. police delays noted as officers hesitate to act. Tobin is said to threaten the Smith family with further violence.

Eliot Street Catherine Odlum Charlotte Smith Miss Smith D. W. Shaffer Louis Tobin Tobin Shaffer Mrs. Smith

Catholic Abstainers Elect Union Officers at St Paul

The Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America elected officers in St Paul Minnesota with Rev J M Cleary of Minneapolis as president and Rev A P Doyle of New York as treasurer The convention heard a paper on intemperance by Father Cooney of Notre Dame and considered but rejected endorsing the World's Fair petition for prohibition deference to union policy was cited as the reason.

ST. Paul Minn Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America J. M. Cleary Minneapolis J. M. Logue Philadelphia P. J. McManus Scranton Leonard M. Lake St. Louis A. P. Doyle New York Willam McMann

Salem Polo Victors Over Bostons 5-2 in Casino Match

Salem defeated the Boston and Waltham composed Bostons 5 to 2 at the Casino in Salem Willows. Hadley scored for the Bostons, while Conley and Wiley each earned goals for the Salems. Lineups featured Salems Wiley Conley Stamiford Phelan Reed and Bostons Hadley Lynch Maynard Gendreau Stevens.

Salem Salem Willows Salems Bostons Boston Waltham Hadley Conley Wiley Stamiford Phelan Reed Lynch Maynard Gendreau Stevens

Pilgrims From Philadelphia Visit Plymouth in Brief Stop

The Historical Pilgrims from Philadelphia toured Plymouth by barge and viewed local points of interest. They dined at the Samoset House, with lunch served at Pilgrim Hall by descendants of the Pilgrims. William T. Davis delivered an address as Plymouth historian. Clark's Island visit was not possible due to their short stay.

Plymouth Philadelphia Samoset House Pilgrim Hall William T. Davis Goodwin Clark’s Island

Shell game workers fined in Saugus Police Court

In Saugus Police Court on August 8 Edward Moulton and Frank Fields shell game workers were fined 15 dollars each.

Saugus Edward Moulton Frank Fields Shell Game

Myron E Leclerque Brain and Nervous System Cure Claim

Advertisement for Dr Myron E Leclercque offering natural law of cure for brain and nervous system diseases including paralysis epilepsy loco motor ataxia and functional and constitutional disorders. Office address 278 Boylston Street Boston Massachusetts opposite Public Garden.

Myron E. Leclerque Boylston St Blic Garden Boston Mass

Caserio Condemned to Death for Carnot Assassination

In Lyons on August 8, Santo Caserio was sentenced to death for the murder of President Carnot after a brief trial. He read a defense blaming hunger and exploitation, urged social revolution, and urged comrades to uphold anarchist ideals as the verdict was delivered.

Chicago

Winthrop Man Swindled Over Beaver Park Funds

Albany dispatch reports Beaver Park under construction in Albany New York. Missing title papers from city land purchases led to land bank scheme fears. Eugene C Allison of Sunset Cottage Winthrop Beach Massachusetts claims he was swindled out of about $6000 in this matter.

Albany N. Y Beaver Park Eugene C. Allison Sunset Cottage Winthrop Beach Mass

West End Workers Hold Prolonged Meeting at Type Hall

A West End employees gathering at Type Hall on 724 Washington Street last night discussed grievances but released no information. The meeting remained closed and no news was provided to reporters or the public.

West End Type Hall Washington Street

Elevation of Providence Division Tracks in Doubt

Residents from Roxbury to Jamaica Plain question the promised elevation of the Providence division tracks of the New York New Haven Hartford railroad. If the project stalls, anger grows as locals fear delays and seek answers from the company.

Roxbury Way Jamaica Plain Providence New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad

Big Shoe Firm Assigns In Worcester

Henry E. Smith & Co., Worcester's largest shoe dealers, made a voluntary assignment for the equal benefit of creditors to Henry S. Pratt and EB Vaughan. liabilities reach about 200000 dollars. assets around 240000. The move shocks the local shoe trade.

Worcester Henry E. Smith & Co Henry S. Pratt EB. Vaughan

Blaze Destroys Sash and Blind Factory in Manchester

A fire shortly before midnight damaged W. F. Hubbard's sash and blind factory in Manchester New Hampshire. The blaze started from the boiler and caused a loss of 4000 dollars, not insured.

Manchester N. H W. F. Hubbard

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