19 Aug 1896
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1896
Page
1
One man dead and nine injured in a remarkable Boston accident. Names listed include Rudolph Mkin non, Randal Machern, James J Butler, and Fred Breen with addresses and injuries noted. Circumstances described as miraculous for the low fatality count.
A gale struck at 4 30 yesterday afternoon causing a freight shed on B Street near Congress to collapse. Over twenty workers, mostly carpenters, were buried under the timbers. nine were badly injured and one died en route to the hospital. Several victims are named with their injuries, and the storm's destruction spread along the waterfront. The incident coincided with the broader disaster sweeping the city.
F Nicholls Crouch famed author of Kathleen Mavourneen died in Portland at 88 after a brief illness. Born Ireland but long linked to music and the Confederate army, he planned burial in Baltimore. He kept writing daily and earned income from autograph copies of Kathleen Mavourneen.
James Sandburgh of Fitchburg Massachusetts was struck and killed at Rigby Park in Portland while crossing tracks to reach a Boston train. The Old Orchard line train rushed by crushing him. authorities reported the accident this evening.
A major blaze in Paris today razed the Montpelier exhibition buildings in Herault. Numerous historical documents and valuable artworks were burned. Estimated loss stands at 3,000,000 francs.
Obituary of Obdia h Sackett known as Yankee News Man dies in Grand Rapids at 77. A Boston native, he managed a lecture bureau and Horace Greeley’s first tour through the West, shaping national journalism circuits.
Flora Finlayson, long associated with the famous Bostonians and among the best known American singers, died of apoplexy in San Francisco. Born in the United States, her career spanned stage and concert halls. Her death today ends a prominent vocal era.
At Madison Square Garden a large Democratic Honest Money League gathering presided by Hon. Perry Belmont showcased a peaceful event with orderly entry, a strong attendance, and notable figures like W. Rourke Cochran and Mayor Strong receiving enthusiastic reception. The crowd waved flags as speeches contrasted with Bryan demonstrations, and the platform featured many vice presidents from national and local circles.
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