Malden Shooting Ends in Double Tragedy in Oak Grove
In Oak Grove at 3:30 pm Daniel J. McLeod shot his wife Mary McLeod in the jaw and temple, then killed himself. Mary, a former divorcee, described threats by McLeod and the fatal confrontation near Addy court. The revolver, a .38 American Bulldog, had three chambers fired. Mary survived with a severe facial wound and will recover. McLeod, about 40, was a carpenter from Melrose Highlands. his body lay in the yard until examination by Medical Examiner Dufill. He had moved through Melrose workplaces and had a contentious relationship with Mary, including a divorce six months prior. Witnesses Fred E. Lint and David Purhan provided accounts.
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Fred E. Lint
Washington Street
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J. Parker Sweet
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Somerville
White Squadron Arrives for Knights Templars Conclave
The white squadron of Uncle Sam’s warships arrives to honor the grand Knights Templars conclave. Grand Master McCurdy travels with Detroit Commandery. Zerubbabel and the Fourth attract attention. An influx of commanderies from New York, Pittsburg, Kentucky, and Louisville fills Boston as trains arrive and receptions begin.
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Apollo Commandery
New York City
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Little Commandery
Louisville
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Lum
Grand Master Mc Curdy Discusses Encampment Plans
The Grand Master praises Boston’s welcome as the 1890 encampment gathers in Vendôme. He signals radical changes to the Templar constitution, including perpetual jurisdiction rules, elected officers, and eligibility processes, aiming to reform membership and governance amid growing numbers. The interview hints at a major legislative agenda following the public parade.
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Brockton Man Killed at Nantasket Rail Crossing
John Lynch of Brockton, a Packard Field leather worker and prominent union member, was killed instantly when he missed his footing while attempting to board a moving train at Nantasket Beach. The accident occurred as gates opened and closed for steam cars backed toward the station, with witnesses including the Galaxy of excursionists and Master James Ashe who narrowly escaped harm. Lynch, about 35, was unmarried and his death is reported to Brockton authorities and coroner.
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Old Colony
Myles Standish
Boston
Lynch
Emaster James Ashe
Packard Field
Belmont Street
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Settlement Reached Between Prince and Heir in Naples
The Naples correspondent reports a settlement involving the prince and the heir to the estate. The agreement provides custody of the children with the mother paying a yearly sum to the prince, finalizing the dispute and establishing financial terms.
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United Press
Prince
Epee
Pelagie
John
Phea
Register Now
Prospectus
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