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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1892

Page

2

Talk of the Town Was the Post's Cram- Wilson Story

Boston society and theater circles buzzed over the Post account of the Cram Wilson dispute with Mrs Cram and Mr Cram praised by both sides. The Globe tried a belittling anonymous interview but failed to fault the Post. Wilson offered no comment, while Elks benefit attendees reacted with fanfare as the Post narrative spread through town.

D. Henry Cram George Wilson Boston Museum Company Boston The Globe Post Wilson Toto Elks Ae Wilson

Matthews Portrait: Tireless Boston Mayor in Close View

A detailed portrait of Mayor Matthews depicts a diligent, preparatory leader who staffs tight control over departments, uses daily reports, and walks Boston’s streets to oversee public works. He works late, values efficiency, and maintains a studious private life with a devoted family at Beacon Street.

Boston Matthews City Hall

Cosmorama Cosmorama Charmmers City Guests At Charity Event

Mayor Matthews and Hon. P Maguire visited the Cosmorama at East Armory Newton Street to tour the international displays. Miss Gracie Coffin, the smallest maid, represented the Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe among diverse costumes. The event featured booths, a Bangor Boy ball game, Edison phonograph, a grab-bag and tea under a Japanese umbrella, drawing a well-attended crowd despite stormy weather.

Young Ladies’ Charitable Association East Armory Newton Street Matthews P. Maguire Gracie Coffin St. Augustine’s Parish Chateau d’Or Milton Sunny South Temple East Boston Bangor

Umbrella Dept Chief Duncan Dies at Work

John A. Duncan, head of the umbrella department at R. H. White & Co., collapsed and died at his counter yesterday afternoon at age 60. He was chatting with a co worker moments before a customer entered and authorities were notified. Duncan resided on Commercial Street in Lynn and is survived by a wife and family.

John A. Duncan R. H. White & Co.’s Mr. Duncan Polic Grove Street Duncan Lynn Commercial Street

Trickey M Henry case gossip questioned grand jury statements

Latest chatter on the Borgen case centers on alleged remarks before the grand jury about Trickey and Detective McHenry. Claims link Adams and God to a supposed fix involving Professor Wood, with Providence and Attleboro meetings and money passing to McHenry.

Fact River Borgen Henry G. Trickey McHenry Adams God Trickey Wood Fall River Providence Attleboro Professor Wood Grand Jury O’donnell

London Boys Stowaway Sails to England Prison Term

Fred and Bill Wilson of Fall River Massachusetts were arrested at Queenstown after stowing away on the City of Paris. Each boy received one month in prison for the act. They sought their parents in England but learned the parents had left Manchester for America. Their funds ran out and they boarded in Liverpool claiming to work passage to New York. A $25 fine would secure release.

London Fred Bill Wilson Fall River Mass City of Paris Queenstown England Manchester America Paris Liverpool New York

Skating Carnival At Spy Pond Likely Jan 27 28

The skating carnival of the N I A will likely be held January 27 and 28 at Spy Pond or Wood's Island Park. The Interscholastic Ice Polo championship race appears warm with Chelseas and others showing strong interest. Chelsea team features Drury R Pollay Duncan E Pollay and Marston.

Spy Pond Wood’s Island Park Stouelsins Chelseas Drury R. Pollay Duncan E. Pollay Marston

New Play by Van Zile and Morris Set for Fall Tour

Edward S. Van Zile writes a two act comedy to be produced by Felix Morris with Rosina Vokes’s company. Morris, 21 years on stage, will star under Frank Williams. The troupe plans six one act pieces and three longer comedies with many originals. Tour stops include St. Louis Cincinnati San Francisco Boston Brooklyn and New York.

Super Star Edward S. van Zile Felix Morris Rosina Vokes Morris Mr. van Zile United States van Zile Thas Frank Williams Charles Frohman Mr. Morris George Knight Lotta Van Don Miguel New York Chicago St. Louis Cincinnati San Francisco Boston Brooklyn

Collision in the Fog Off Bripccroft Connecticut

The schooner Ida Lane of St. John New Brunswick collided with an unknown schooner off Bripccroft Connecticut in dense fog. The Lane lost bowsprit and martingale, other vessel unharmed. Tug Isis assisted. Dense fog described as the thickest on the Sound.

Bripccroft Conn Ida Lane St. John N. B Isis

Mill A Complete Wreck In Jeffersonville Fire

A devastating blaze in Jeffersonville destroyed the lower six-set satinet mill, the storehouse, picker-room, and a two tenement residence. The upper mill suffered heavy smoke and water damage. Total losses reach about 200000 dollars with 180000 dollars insured.

Worcester Jeffersonville

Starved Laborer Identified as James Crowley 75 in Boston

The man who died at Station 4 after arriving from Highlandville has been identified as James Crowley, 75, native of Highlandville. Death appears hastened by starvation. He fell ill on the train to Boston and was taken to Station 4 by ambulance. A doctor remarked the old man looked worn by life’s cares, and he will be buried in Potter's field.

Station 4 Highlandville James Crowley Crowley Boston

Be Game's First Hop At Cotillon Fall Ball

About 100 couples gathered for the Be Game Outing Club first grand ball in Cotillon Fall last evening. It was a select party with pride for the club. The grand march began at 9 o'clock and dancing continued to a late hour.

Cotillon

You Know Her The School Maam of Yesterday in Clover

A fragmentary description praises a well known schoolteacher figure from the past in a Great Bazaar setting with cultural displays and a music hall scene. It recalls shared school memories and admiration spanning generations, featuring vivid imagery of spectacles and era charm.

New England Music Hall Prompt Impera

Music Hall Bazaar Brings Flags and Bunting to Town

A lively scene centers on a school style event with Mrs Ames and daughters guiding crowds around decorated booths. Japanese teahouse hosts Bunkio Mataki and the fish toy parade while vendors display fabrics, art reproductions, and a Santa Claus goods table for children.

Schol Music Hall M. Cleveland Josphine Peabody Caroline Bosweth Aftairs Disports Paderewski Santa Claus

Shultz Muray Wedding At Ascension Church

Miss Blanche E. Shultz and Dr. J. Ernest Murray wed at Ascension Church Washington Street in a cream satin train ceremony. Rev. Mills officiated. maid of honor Walie Shultz and bridesmaid Margaret Stirling wore pink and smellow silk with chrysanthemems. Best man J D Pearson and ushers G P Wiksell C A Hewes K D Yeaton Edward Leber. Private reception for immediate family at 269 Tremont Street. couple to reside there upon return from their wedding tour.

the Ascension Washington Street Blanche E. Shultz George A. Shultz J. Ernest Murray Reton P. Mills Walie Shultz Margaret Stirling J. D. Pearson G. P. Wiksell J. C. A. Hewes K. D. Yeaton Edward Leber Immedi No. 269 Tremont Street Murray Iir

West End Not Tied Up With Thomson Houston Contracts

West End Railroad Company denies any binding contracts with Thomson Houston. A hearing on reducing electric car noise heard Prentiss Cummings defend current rails and motors as optimal. Officials will study the issue to address public complaint while noting contract independence.

West End Railroad Company Thomson Houston Company Boston Thomson-Houston Company West End Company Prentiss Cumsmings West End Thomson-Houston Knight Shbmacnousan Company

Carpenter Dies After Fall at East Boston Pier

William Spinney 58 a carpenter for Boston and Maine Railroad fell twenty five feet at the Eastern railroad pier on Marginal street in East Boston and died instantly. He slipped at 7:35 yesterday morning, his body sent to North Grove street morgue after the police notified. Spinney resided in South Eliot Maine.

William Spinney East Boston Eastern Railroad Marginal Street Division 7 North Grove Street Spinney Boston & Maine Railroad Company South Eliot

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