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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1891
Page
2
Dr Graves reports to Mrs Barnaby on arsenic analyses in the fluid. Testimony asserts no material amount could be absorbed by contact or exposure. The death cause remains under review as experts closely examine the fluid and circumstances.
Springfield reports new evidence in the Warwick Hotel deaths of George F Barr and Mrs Barr. Initial belief of suicide and wife murder is challenged by an undertaker stating two bullets in Barr's brain and possible three bullets in Mrs Barr's face. A second autopsy and exhumation may follow as district attorney Hibbard is notified.
Ten days after the Russell Sage office bombing, speculation centers on Henry L. Norcross of Somerville as the likely bomber. A fragment of trousers bearing Brooks Boston linked to Norcross’s clothing. Norcross has not appeared at his note broker office in New York. Locals doubt his guilt, noting his quiet, studious nature and close motherly companionship. Bert Howe went to New York to view the preserved head at the Morgue, while police deny involvement by New York detectives.
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The Graves trial resumed with crowd interest as Dr Headon testified on arsenic analysis. Judge Macon pressed on the claim of arsenic in wall paper and jars while Dr Bonesetter called death by arsenical poisoning. Witnesses described two women treated for irritant poisoning after drinking liquor believed poisoned. The court adjourned for the day.
Louisville December 11 A call has been issued by President Phelps of the American association for a special meeting at Indianapolis on December 15 The National league will meet at the same time and place Negotiations will seek settlement of the baseball war that disrupted the past season and affected investors in the game
Fanny Davenport shows marked improvement and at noon today her doctors consented for her to perform this evening. The update from CuriaCo LiL dated December 11 notes her condition has brightened since yesterday and the engagement remains on.
Buffalo and Olean parties led by George Forman bought the Home Natural Gas Company plant at Burtixst Pennsylvania for 157000. The plant is in good order and the Butler owners net a nice profit from the sale.
Washington Dec 11 The customs receipts at the New York port for the first ten days of the month totaled 2 924 375 dollars, nearly one million dollars less than the same period last year, reflecting a drop in imports.
Corsets and suspenders offered by T. A. Moore at 521 Washington Street Boston opposite R. H. White. Full materials details and ordering steps provided. Whalebone used in suspenders designed to resist hip strain. elevator access to room 19.
Washington Dec 11 The Senate and House were silent today as the Republican caucus committee resumed its delicate task of assigning legislators to committees. With many senators seeking coveted spots and few vacancies, the group faces tactful choices to avoid charges of unfairness, and observers say a report may not reach the Senate until next Tuesday.
In Barrmore Maryland on December 11 the state Republican gain is sealed as Chief Justice Briscoe and Associate Judges Brooke and Crane rule the St Leonard s Calvert election valid and install Republicans Frederick Gantt Elijah Brown Charles Sprinknell George Ross and Joseph Hall as county officials. Democratic rivals who held the posts must surrender after commissions were issued by Governor Jackson.
Joseph Manley alias Larry Murray, a noted burglar, walked unobserved from the Criminal Court room today and escaped. He rose up with a man called for sentence and quietly walked out of the box past the judge, two deputy sheriffs, attorneys, witnesses and spectators. The escape went undiscovered for some time and a thorough search has failed to locate him.
Montague Chamberlain edited Nuttall's Ornithology bringing it up to date with new nests and eggs, rewriting plumage descriptions and removing obsolete material. Also reviewed are The Principles of the Art of Conversation by J P Mahaffy and Correspondence by Agnes H Morton, plus poetry and gift books with color illustrations and competitive prices from E P Dutton and Co.
Newport Rhode Island December 11 The War College building roof is finished and this afternoon the flagstaff was set. The Stars and Stripes were run up with a naval salute marking the ceremony.
Merrimac Valley Electrics of Lawrence Mass reports survey work between Haverhill and Lowell. The plan includes an electric railroad linking Lowell Lawrence and Haverhill at an estimated cost above half a million dollars. Prominent city figures and Boston capitalists show interest. moves to secure legislation will begin immediately.
A head end collision on the Mobile and Ohio railroad near Jonesboro Illinois last night between a freight train and a construction train killed engineer G S Lipper of Murfreesboro and two laborers and injured eight others, some fatally. A large amount of rolling stock was damaged as the engineer of the construction train allegedly misread an order.
Louisville residents confirm eight men lost at Mennes factory and four at Boon Paper Company after a significant blaze. Total property damage estimated at $500,000 as records close and missing men return home.
Democratic caucus committee will hold off filling the Senate minority representation until Republicans outline their assignment program. Speaker Crisp plans rest and committee work at a quiet place after meeting House members, with no final conclusions on committee makeup. Possible new chair for accounts or mileage, and rules not likely chosen before next week. Crisp thanks well-wishers.
Albert Hope actor and writer found guilty of forging a draft on the National Broadway Bank and sentenced to four years in the penitentiary. Once heir to $50,000, he lived lavishly in New York with patrons like Mrs. Frank Leslie, and faces Arkansas charges for a $1000 fictitious draft. He previously drew attention as a Century contributor and was connected to Augustin Daly's theatre company.
Alfred C Rutgers, a Nordland passenger at Hoboken, was arrested on smuggling charges. His trunks contained costly silks and laces valued between 50 000 and 100 000 dollars. United States Commissioner Muirheid ordered him held in jail.
Patrolman Stearns Barney of Division 5 died suddenly at his son’s residence at 119 Warren Avenue last evening after being on duty in good health. Born in Washington New Hampshire in 1819, he was appointed to the police force in 1854. Christmas Gifts discuss a New Home Sewing Machine at 160 Fremont.
A study session on the Secret Doctrine directed by George LD Ayers will convene at the Boston Theosophical Society rooms located at 154 Boylston Street on Saturday December 12 at 8 pm. All interested individuals are invited to attend.
The Park Theatre hosted the 100th performance of The County Fair with New England press invited. Governor Russell and Mayor Matthews attended a banquet at Hotel Reynolds, where Burgess and Crabtree entertained and guests included military and civic leaders, editors, and city officials amid decorated boxes and a unique onstage interruption by Alabama actors.
The roundup covers Stephen Fiske’s Holiday Stories set in New York and several biographies and works on missions. Major Kirkland’s The Captain of Company K leads with engaging war scenes, alongside The Blue Pavilions and Ruth and Esther. Other notable titles include John Winthrop by Twichell, Cotton Mather by Wendell, and Pierson’s The Divine Enterprise of Missions.
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