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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1893
Page
8
An older era health notice urges readers to prepare for winter by nourishing the blood and nerves. It praises Paine's celery compound as a brain food that strengthens the nerves, renews energy, and keeps people well year round, with endorsements from physicians and many users.
In Providence on December 4 a long idle Olneyville strike shows limited return to work. Hundreds gathered but only eleven reported for duty across Weyhosset, Fletcher, and Riverside mills, while Saxon resumes on a new schedule. National and Saranac mills may close for winter. A parade of about two thousand, led by a band, followed by a mass meeting, and police presence but no trouble.
The Boston Board of Aldermen adjourned after a contentious session in which Chairman Lee defended his labor record against criticisms from Typographical Union No. 138 through Augustine McCraith. He denied dis courteous treatment and pledged to oppose any illegal orders while asserting his commitment to courtesy and fairness. Ordinances were amended to appoint a superintendent of peddlers, and a resolution sought jobs for the unemployed linked to the New Old South Church project. Abner J. Tower was awarded $6941.10 for damages from Stony Brook overflow, with damaged property on Simmons Street in Roxbury involved.
The Be Game Outing Club hosted a lively ball at Odd Fellows Hall with a large crowd and elegant costumes. The Waverly Orchestra played as guests danced, featuring a grand march led by Thomas Crowley and Maggie Reardon with many couples in attendance. Notable attendees included Representatives Quin and Toomey, Councilmen Welsh and Callahan, and Senators Fitzgerald Leary and Sullivan, alongside the Silver Tip Social Club.
Buffalo dispatch reports Lehigh strikers optimistic about snow causing a blockade to halt traffic. New men arrived from the West and were sent east. Passengers complain of delays as the New York through train rested three hours at Wilkesbarre and yards along the line overflowed with cars with engines damaged front ends.
John Dunlap of 8% West Lake street shot and killed his wife at 2 30 this afternoon and then shot and killed himself in a grim double tragedy marked by a quick sequence of violence.
East Attleboro holds claims around 100000 from jewelry makers tied to H. Greenburg of San Francisco. Providence jewelers claim about 10000, and the Waltham Watch Company is said to be involved for 11000. Also notes Post's World's Fair Portfolio issues and a Thursday release.
Paris dispatch reports the Chamber of Deputies hearing the new government pledge. Casimir-Perier outlines land law reforms pension fund for workers and renewal of Bank of France privilege. Socialist Passhall Grousett calls for general amnesty for political and press offenses. proposal rejected after debate.
A Fall River scandal erupts as seven forged signatures appear on nomination papers for Alderman Ward 7 backed by John A. Connelly. District Attorney Knowlton is notified. The Rev. Edward J. Colgan of Sacred Heart Church is specifically questioned over a forged signature. Officials note repeated handwriting patterns among the suspects, with several Sullivan and Quinn surnames showing likely同handwriting.
At Clermont Ferrand in Puy de Dame a Russian born baron faces murder charges after fatally shooting Lieutenant Castenechield, Danish army officer and alleged lover of the baroness de Rahden. The couple's history includes a duel and claims about the baroness’s past as a circus rider. The baron, a former Cossack lieutenant, was retired after previous dueling. The case hinges on uncertain relations between Castenschlield and the baroness.
Aattleboro December 4 on a charge of robbing Michael George on a Norton highway Peter Leddy and Herbert Wilbur were held in sixty dollars bonds for the grand jury. A few weeks earlier George and a companion were attacked in daylight on the railroad near Barrowaville by two men who at gunpoint forced surrender of about seventy five dollars in money and valuables.
The family of Edward Marllave at 342 Bremen Street East Boston returned home after a week away to find their house broken into. Lead pipes accessible were cut out and stolen valued at about $30. Local authorities may investigate the theft.
In Greenfield on December 4 a barn owned by Mrs. Albert Hobart burned at Sunderland. Three acres of tobacco owned by John Rubeck stored there also burned. Authorities suspect an incendiary blaze with substantial losses estimated.
In Dedham a jury is chosen to try August Langner for the murder and alleged assault of Miss Mary Emerson. The case centers on Langner, his arrival at the Emerson farm in 1891, the disappearance, the discovered body in a closet, and his 1892 capture in New York. Witnesses include Philip Hoffman and Deputy Sheriff Colburn as the trial opens with jury selection and opening remarks by District Attorney Harris.
Spectators packed the Norfolk Superior Court as Langner faces trial for the murder of Miss Emerson. Prosecutors led by Harris and Schulz, defense by Fales and Mellen, expect to argue the deed was done by unknown parties after Langner left the scene hours earlier. Langner, described as stout and calm, sat with nervous eyes as the case proceeds with Judge Blodgett presiding and Pillsbury absent due to illness.
The New England Helping Hand Society opened its bazaar at Horticultural Hall last night to benefit from low-priced receipts for the society’s girls. A kettledrum supper welcomed the crowd, with the Ladies' Columbia Orchestra providing first class music. The fair runs daily until December 9 with many named committees and tables such as Boffin's Bower and Brownie's Camp, and several ladies overseeing the stands. The hall is decorated with evergreen and Christmas trees, and entertainment is planned each evening from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Post’s World’s Fair portfolios are advertised at the Post office.
Plans by City Architect Edmund M. Wheelwright call for a six month completion with bids opened next Friday. The old wooden building will be razed to make way for a transformed lot between Eustis and Palmer streets. The new design features a marble columned porch, bluestone steps, an open vestibule, a seven foot wide corridor, and a central hall with adequate accommodations and perfect sanitation.
George Frederick Howard known as George W. Howard died at his home 282 Columbus Avenue yesterday afternoon. He was 43 and leaves a widow and son Frederick. Born in England he grew up in Boston and pursued a long theatre career with McKean Buchanan Ford’s Walnut Street Dixey and others. His last years included a Boston Theatre benefit for his failing sight.
Mrs Miriam OLeary Collins directed a Boston College Hall charity program for the Home for Catholic Destitute Children. The one act plays Bettys Finish by Clyde Fitch and The Rough Diamond drew standing room crowds, boosting the treasury. Collins reprised her Betty role and garnered strong praise for volunteers.
Judge Ely ruled the late Louis Warhafsky died from personal safety related causes after leaping from a fourth floor window at 21 Billerica street following a night of shooting in the house with Isaac Glass and Simon Murtelson. The inquest found three bullet wounds but concluded the death was not the result of unlawful act by others.
Two weeks after a smallpox cage was reported in Boston five patients were discharged Saturday night and the four remaining will soon be released, including the Malloy boy whose life was at first despaired of but now improves. The Board of Health has not received a grip case report, even as a virulent influenza spreads through handkerchief factories.
A terse notice highlights Yi Hale Painless Dent and Boylston Trem offering deals for students. Corner location details imply promotional pricing and nearby services. The fragment suggests bargains to attract student customers in a local market.
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