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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1894

Page

2

Four Men Fall From Scaffold in Brookline Building Collapse

Four workers fell twenty five feet from a staging on Summit avenue Brookline yesterday afternoon. All four resided in Cambridge. Two were only mildly injured while Albert Nichol and Solomon Corbett suffered severe injuries. The injured were taken to Massachusetts General Hospital.

Summit Avenue Brookline Cambridge Albert Nichol Solomon Corbett Massachusetts General Hospital

Waiting Women Watch Returns At Independent Voters Hub

A dozen women gathered at the Independent Women Voters' headquarters to count the woman vote. They reported high turnout with 90 percent registration and many women voting. Ward 11 showed nonparticipation by Public School Union watchers, while leaders predicted their ticket would win.

Independent Women Voters E. Trask Hill Public School Union

Real Estate Notes From West Roxbury and Dorchester

The Board of Street Commissioners sets hearings December 17 on Florence and Vermont streets in West Roxbury. E B Horn to build a six story apartment on Commonwealth Avenue with twelve suites. Mary P Bowman sells land on Evelyn Street Dorchester about 11000 square feet to H F C Holbrook. Old Colony Railroad buys eight lots on Call Street West Roxbury for 14750 dollars. W E Porter sells a frame house and 10000 square feet in Melrose to Henry T Alen. Building permits listed for Bloomfield Street, Condor Street, Spring Terrace, West Eagle Street and Western Avenue with multiple dwellings and a large United States Cordage Company mechanical building.

Board of Street Commissioners Florence Vermont Streets West Roxbury E. B. Horn Commonwealth Avenue Mary P. Bowman H. F. C. Holbrook Evelyn Street Dorchester Old Colony Railroad Company Call Street W. E. Porter Melrose Henry T. Alen Bloomfield Street Bowdoin Square J. S. Stewart Condor Street Prescott Street S. Peterson Spring Terrace Bower Street J. T. Dempsey West Eagle Street J. H. Tagkard Western Avenue Everett Street United States Cordage Company

Metropolitan district land sale near boulevard and park

Land improvements and house lots advertised for sale near Newton Falls with terms of $1 down and $1 a week. Cash buyers get 10 percent off and the lots are projected to be worth at least $200 in a year or two. Edgar W. Poster invites quick inquiries. limited lots available.

Newton Pee Falls Edgar W. Poster State’ St

House Blots for Sale at Some Ill Winter?

A fragmented notice lists a house for sale with partial details and a Boston address toward the end. The readable bits mention a person named Van Naden and a winter context, but the full listing is unclear.

Ad van Naden Ater Et Boston

Triumphal March of Moran and Coakley

A City Hall election night scene as officials and candidates crowd the executive chamber to track returns. Mayor Matthews, Taylor, and Moran ally Coakley face shifting results while Congressmen elect, aldermen, commissioners, and staff monitor ward by ward. The mood turns from confidence to quiet resolve as outcomes for the head ticket and aldermanic races become clear.

City Hall Matthews Taylor Comins and Daley McKibben Browne Fitzgerald John Z. Murphy Phil Jackson Edward J. Flynn Williams McNary Michael J. Moore Frank Maguire Ned’’ McGlennen Ward 7 Curtis Tom” O'Rourke Barry James W. O’brien Harry Osborne Rosnosky Doherty Duane W. J. Walsh Water Department Alderman Witt Horace G. Allen

Winter Dread Grows As Sudden Changes Hit Health

Sudden winter shifts reduce activity and cozy routines. Colds spread through the body affecting lungs and organs. Prevention relies on toning the system and keeping blood moving. Warner's Safe Cure is promoted as a trusted health remedy sold by all druggists.

Warner

Mr Hibbard Leads Polling Tour In Rutland City

Chairman Hibbard and a Postman toured polling places from 8 15 a m. to close of polls. He feared 800 bad men importations from Providence but evidence of repeaters proved lacking. He cast first vote at Precinct 3 Ward 18 and expected Curtis to win.

Hibbard Rutland Street Providence Curtis

Congressman O Neil Returns to Vote Then Races Back

Congressman O Neil traveled from Washington to cast his ballot for Francis Peabody Jr in Parker House interactions with Democrats. He voted straight ticket and left for Washington at four. An intimate friend wired the result upon train arrival in Bridgeport. he will not return before the holiday recess.

O’neil Washington Francis Peabody, Jr Parker House Post Bridgeport

March of Coakley and Moran to City Hall

Timothy W. Coakley and John B. Moran led a triumphant procession to City Hall after a dramatic scene at a Washington Street newspaper office. The event unfolded with ceremonial pomp and notable public attention reflected in the crowd’s reactions.

Old South Church Timothy W. Coakley John B. Moran Washington Street

Two Leaders Enter City Hall Amid Silent Crowd

A silent crowd of newspaper men and onlookers parts as Timothy and John ascend the stairs to a council chamber. Police halt the henchman, the moment comes, and applause erupts as the pair take their seats with broad smiles.

School Street Timothy John Coakley

Hypnotist Suspect Named In Dighton Wife’s Disappearance

Mrs Rebecca Burnham of Dighton is missing after allegedly falling under hypnotic influence exerted by Susan A Sherman a pedlar from Fall River. The husband recounts long control over his wife and fears the hypnotist seeks their property as he named his will leaving all to Rebecca.

Dighton Rebecca Burnham Fall River Burnham Miss Wing Reby Mrs. Burnham New Bedford Mr. Burnham Rebecca

Salem Man Pettingill Charged With Smuggling Phenacetine

W B Pettingill of Salem is under arrest in Philadelphia on charges of smuggling phenacetine into the United States and attempting to bribe customs officers. He is described as a 27 year old Salem native with strong local connections. He previously worked for C H & J H Price in Salem and later pursued business in Boston and Springfield before disappearing.

Salem W. B. Pettingill Philadelphia United States Walter B. Pettingill C. H J. H. Price Boston Springfield Pettingill New York Rhode Island Providence Pawtucke Jefferson Police Court

American Wringer Co. advertises wringers and sweepers

The American Wringer Co. at 13 and 15 Broadway extension, city manufacturers of wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. All kinds repaired. Orders by mail promptly attended to. Telephone Tremont 764.

American ‘Wringer Co Broadway Tremont

Mayor Matthews Reflects On Election Result In Tidal Wave Year

The mayor commented that the outcome calls for no special remark as the election ends. He noted a nationwide Republican wave and Boston’s not spared, expressing regret but no hard feelings and wishing success to incoming administrator Curtis.

Matthews Boston Curtis

Long Search Ends as Maguire Is Found at Office

After a fruitless tour of City Hall hotels and his Ward 21 home, Patrick Maguire is located at his business office with M. P. Curran. He refuses to discuss election results, leaving reporters to note Curran and Peabody among early visitors during the returns.

Patrick Maguire Ward 21 Boston Maguire

Donovan smiles at Curtis victory during tavern dining

James Donovan chairman of the Democratic city committee was dining with friends at the Tavern at seven o clock. He appeared pleased by Curtis winning results though he offered no official figures or comments when asked for an interview.

Democratic City Committee James Donovan Curtis Donovan

Republican City Committee Leader Defends Campaign Appeal

George A. Hibbard, chairman of the Republican city committee, said last night that the campaign aimed to appeal to the best citizens beyond party lines and that the uniformly increased vote indicated their judgment was correct. He stressed they had fought a fair, citizen-focused effort throughout.

George A. Hibbard Republican City Committee

Ex-Alderman Blames Bad Government for Peabody Loss

Ex-Alderman Michael Barr says mismanagement and a Democratic machine coterie caused Peabody's defeat. He distances the candidate from the upheaval while criticizing party bosses and methods.

Michael Barr Peabody

Boston Mayor Election Reflected in Democratic Split

Former official Horace G. Allen argues Boston leans Democratic yet GOP success rests on Democratic disaffection with the party machine. He notes aldermanic ticket for wards by Democrats aided the Republicans.

Horace G. Allen Boston

Woodbury Calls Wave of Defeat a Temporary Setback

The Hon. Charles F. Woodbury states that the recent defeats are minor overturns within a nationwide tide, describing them as temporary for the Democratic party and part of a larger political wave that surged a month ago.

Charles F .If Woodbury

Gove Endorses Curtis for Boston Mayor in Post Election Words

Ex-Alderman Jesse Gove asserts the public knew what they wanted and voted accordingly. He states Curtis would make as good a mayor as Boston has had and declines to discuss party causes behind the Democratic defeat.

Jesse Gove Neds Curtis Boston

Alderman Bordman Reflects On Election Result

Bordman notes surprise at the outcome and regrets Peabody’s defeat. He declines to discuss the effects of the election or offer opinions on its causes.

Bordman Hall Peabody

Alderman Barry On Election Upset And Party Tide

Alderman Barry says the recent election spurred Republicans to vote and reflects a temporary Democratic setback as part of a larger political wave. He frames the result as a momentary defeat within a broader trend.

Barry

Unrest and Call for Change Cited by Senator Swallow

Senator Swallow says unrest has lingered and a change is needed as the public sought action and then promptly obtained it. He notes a recurring pattern of collective movement to secure desired outcomes.

Swallow

Alderman Witt Calls for Change in Election

Alderman Witt says the people want change and expects an able administration from the worthy candidate, signaling support for a new political era.

Alderman Witt

Desire for a Change Representative Jerry McCarthy Statement

Representative Jerry McCarthy expressed a call for change, signaling a shift in policy focus and possible new approaches in the upcoming discussions. The remark emphasizes reform and responsiveness to constituent needs.

Jerry McCarthy

Ex-Alderman Morton Comments On Dissent After Loss

Morton laments lack of unity saying the team did not hang together but separated. He vows better coordination in future efforts and emphasizes learning from the setback.

Morton

Senator-elect Quinn Calls for Improvement

Senator-elect Quinn urged action saying we must improve our ways and focus on better governance in the upcoming term. The remark underscores a pledge to address systemic issues and push reforms.

Quinn

Morrill Attacks Marvelous Bills and Quack Panaceas

In the Senate Morrill denounces nine financial bills as worthless and inflationary. He ridicules wealthy influence and asserts few senators are truly rich. warns against party defects and third parties. emphasizes economy, labor, and merit over wealth in politics.

Washington Senate Morrill Committee On Finance Senate of the United States

Dover Street Bridge Opens To Electric Cars Again

Yesterday the Dover street bridge reopened to electric cars after nineteen months. The City Point Harvard square line resumed service and will continue. Boots and shoes will stay at old freight rates despite proposed increases. J D Reed touts a new steel stringer and tie system reducing per mile construction costs. The Southern Railway Company released an illustrated quail shooting guide for Virginia and North Carolina.

Dover Street City Point Harvard Square South Boston Harrison Avenue Federal Street Bridge J. D. Reed Virginia North Carolina

Knights of Malta Seek Boston Expansion Amid Past Practices

The Knights of Malta, a historic benevolent order with roots in Jerusalem, may establish a Boston branch amid a nationwide network of about 150 groups. In Massachusetts Worcester hosts two, and Boston’s earlier era saw harsh initiation methods that led to dissolution, including a Bowdoin Square Theatre site lodge and brutal hazing. Time has softened these rites.

Knights of Malta Jerusalem Boston United States Worcester Massachusetts Tremont Council Bowdoin Square Theatre

Freight wreck delays Shore Line trains near Waterford

A Waterford split of a Shore Line freight bound east caused two sections to collide, wrecking part of the train and delaying the Boston express and all east and west schedules for several hours.

New London

Weedbury’s Facial Soap Inventor Opens Boston Clinic

Abe H. Weedbeerg Dermatologies Institute at 11 Winter St Boston proclaims branches in New York Philadelphia and polsota to treat eczema pimples freckles and related skin conditions with Weedbury’s Facial Soap products promoted by the inventor.

Abe H. Weedbeerg Dermatologies ‘Institute Winter &J Boston New York Phila Weedbury

Market Notes on Copper Stocks and Sugar Trends

The market opened quiet with a sagging tone as Erie and St Paul were bought while Louisville & Nashville was sold. Manhattan fell on dividend worries then rallied on pooling bill hopes. brokers say only the pooling bill could spur a true advance. Copper advanced with strong Lake quotes and rising Quincy interest, while Sugar trades circulate rumors of a dominant speculative pool led by Keene Moore Schley and Standard Oil figures.

London Erie St. Paul Louisville Manhattan New York Ninth Avenue Columbus Avenue Fifty-third Street Broadway Lake Quincy Butte Boston Montana Tamarack Franklin King of Industrials Sugar Trust American Sugar Refining Company Stock Quotation and Telegraph Company Keene, Moore & Schley Wormsers Standard Oil Havemeyer Havemeyers Boston & Maine Railroad Street Railway T. W. Lawson Bay State Mr. Rogers Brookline Company Pinkham

Oregon Short Line 6 Bonds Coupon Payment Notice

Holders of Central Trust Co certificates of deposit may collect August 1 1894 coupons on presentation at Central Trust Co 54 Wall St New York or Old Colony Trust Co Boston after December 11 1894 Old Colony certificates must be presented there only Applications have been made to the court for interest on defaulted coupons from the date of default and once allowed will be announced R C Martin chairman Bondholders Committee December 8 1894.

Central Trust Co Central Trust Company Wall St Old Colony Trust Co Boston Old Colony R. C. Martin Bondholders’ Committee Liverpool Tremont Street Atient Bright

Horse Runs Through Window After Sleigh Accident

A horse owned by John Shepard of Boston valued at 350 dollars frightened when a sleigh toppled in Market street car tracks. In Lynn a boy named Stan rushed across the sidewalk and pierced a plate glass window at Standard Shoe Company, cutting his head and requiring shooting. Window valued at 150 dollars, total loss. The horse was en route to Boston from Swampscott under the care of an hostler.

John Shepard Boston Market Street Lynn Standard Shoe Company

Lapres Watch Made in Waltham Tops Jewelers List

Lapres favors the United States with a size watch crafted at Waltham. The piece is highlighted by jewelers as a quality domestic timepiece.

Lapres United States Waltham All Jewelers

Post Portfolio Coupon Crowded Out Item

Portolio buyers can secure backdated papers with coupon at the publication office. The coupon will appear tomorrow.

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