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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1899

Page

2

Jury completes panel in Seery murder trial in Dedham

In Dedham a jury for the Seery murder case was formed after thirty two of forty six potential jurors were examined. The panel included John Noonan and William Pratt among others. changes were made when William Washburn was found related to a witness and Alvin Reed replaced him. The court discussed allowing views of the Seery house with photographs as evidence before the indictment was read and the Commonwealth opened.

Dedham John W Joseph E. Seery Superior Criminal Court Frank L. George Hyde Park George Washburn Pratt Washburn Alvin T. Reed Weymouth John Noonan Holbrook William H. Pratt Cohasset Nathaniel R.williams William Co. Earle Crothier Granville H. Ellis Franklin Frank F. Smith Stoughton Charles C. Smith Sharon Ephraim A. Snow Quincy Marriner Albion B. Clapp Wellesley John Shannon Bellingham Frank W. George William C. Earle Grover John Seery Seery House Harris French Joseph Seery Ellen Seery East Dedham Robert O. Harris Commonwealth

Art ist gives lectures and deaf treatment tour continues

Dr Wilson presents illustrated lectures to a large audience and offers free treatment for deafness. Patients include Mark Dunham 88 Auburn St Cambridgeport hearing a whisper after therapy, Paul Ottoson 72 Foster St Everett hearing whisper and speech, George Farnham 40 Essex St Cambridgeport hearing whisper and low talk, and Miss Sarah Morrill 203 Centre St Jamaica Plain hearing whisper after treatment. Office contacts and free examinations at 18 Boylston St Boston and 240 Fifth Avenue New York.

Wilson Mark Dunham Auburn St Cambridgeport Paul Ottoson Foster St Everett Sarah A. Morrill Centre St Jamaica Boylston St Boston New York Fifth Avenue

Roberts Replies Summary Against Being Barred From Seat

The Roberts investigation committee plans to begin evidence tomorrow and Roberts argues he cannot be forced to testify. He asserts constitutional rights, seeks to be sworn in as a member of the Fifty-sixth Congress, and asks the committee to halt proceedings to review his qualifications and due process rights. He contends sectarian protests lack basis unless guilt is established.

Washington Roberts Investigation Committee Roberts Taylor Mr. Roberts Conress Congress Utah House United States House of Representatives United States Court of Competent Jurisdiction Territory of State of

Court hearing details Seery murder case with witness testimony

The commission reviews a murder case where death is possible. Witnesses describe the Seery house plan and neighborhood map, interior photos are objected to, and testimonies place John Seery with others on July 2 and near his home about 10:45. The defense cites due process and Utah disability amnesties.

Frank W. Stetson Seery House Grover John T. Barrett Hyde Park Mr. French Peter McGuiness John Seery Seery McGuiness Lawrence J. McAuliffe John McAuliffe Thomas J. Ratchford Joseph Seery Caraty Joseph French

Curb a Cold in One Day Offer

Laxative Bromo Gumine tablets promising immediate cold relief with a money back guarantee. W Grove's signature appears on each box. Available through druggists for 26 cents.

W. Grove

East Boston swindler linked to bogus commission dealers

Olivier W. Roper, arrested in New York for fraud, tied to H. W. Colson and J. W. Harris in a noted New England scam. The group operated as a fake firm of commission dealers, using established names to obtain credit and ship goods from major midwestern suppliers. The scheme allegedly secured over $250,000 in flour through this method.

Olivier W. Roper New York H. W. Colson J. W. Harris New England Boston Chicago St. Louis Kansas City

Free Treatment for Catarrh Offers Relief from Nasal and Chest Ailments

The Almyr Treatment is offered free for catarrhal conditions affecting the head, throat, and bronchial tubes. It argues catarrh is not a disease but a set of symptoms signaling other illnesses and lists questions to determine eligibility before December 16.

Swindlers Convicted in East Boston and Somerville Fraud Ring

Roper and two associates used false pretenses to obtain produce from New England merchants. They ran W A Holmes & Co at 121 London St East Boston and M A Burbank & Co at 383 Somerville Ave. Sentences followed convictions in East Cambridge with three years for Roper and Colson and two and a half for Harris after his bond was jumped. A separate NY case links Roper to Realty Corporation with alleged bogus titles and profits around $100,000.

Roper New England Watts Somerville Menjon London Street East Boston W. A. Holmes & Co Somerville Avenue M. A. Burbank & Co

A Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight Event

Colonial Associates present a cultural program in Cambridge Lower Hall at 631 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridgeport. The fragmentary dialogue alludes to social scenes and witty exchanges featuring politicians and social figures from contemporary newspapers.

Old Town Colonial Associates Cambridge Lower Hall Massachusetts Avenue Cambridgeport

Catarrh Linked to Consumption Prevention Claim

The article argues that catarrh causes or predisposes consumption by creating raw, inflamed spots in the airways. It claims consumptives are catarrh victims and that treating catarrh prevents lung disease, with many treated patients not developing lung disease.

Walle

Hart s Rainbow Over City as Polls Close

Election day weather features a dramatic rainbow seen after a morning tornado and a mild, sunny afternoon. Mayor hopeful Hart delighted in the sight as temperatures reached between 63 and 67 degrees with light coats discarded and crowds at bulletin boards.

Tobe Hart City Hall Post Weather Bureau Shea iClear Ee Rikeshcekees

Clever Was Sanderson Faces Murder Trial in Court

Marie Butterfield Sanderson, charged with murdering her husband by ground glass in porridge, conducts a poised defense and pleads her own case with shrewdness. Prosecution and defense admire her wit, while the judge privately remarks on her calm, composed courtroom bearing. Her father stands by her, affirming her innocence.

Marshall Mich Marie Butterfield Sanderson Mrs. Sanderson Maria Butterfield Rudolph Sanderson

Taylor sworn in as Kentucky governor-elect in brief ceremony

William G. Taylor took the oath as Governor-elect in Frankfort. Governor Bradley urged repeal of the Goebel election law, calling for civil liberty and a swifter end to state turmoil. Chief Justice Hazelrigg administered the oath as defeated Democratic contestants filed notices of contests against Republicans.

Frankfort William Taylor Bradley Hazelrigg

Isoterig Club Bouts Highlight Quiet Boxing Evening

At a special Ieoterie Club meeting last evening members enjoyed a boxing program prepared by manager Tom Maguire. Bouts included Fred Rogers vs Jack Higgins Jim Stone vs Charley Lynch Phil Brennan vs George Murray Spike Haley vs Jim Stewart and Frank Keefe vs Billy Frazier. Referee Hugh Long and timekeeper Ike Weir officiated as bouts ranged four rounds for the first and six rounds for the others.

Ieoterie Club Tom Maguire Fred Rogers Jack Higgins Jim Stone Charley Lynch Phil Brennan George Murray Spike Haley Jim Stewart Frank Keefe Billy Frazier Hugh Long Ike Weir

Opposing Views on a Point From Professional Medical Experts

A contrived classroom exchange features sharp divergence between two doctors on a single issue cited by the Cleveland Plain Dealer. A humorous quip notes a student questioning the feasibility of weaving a blanket of clouds as described in an essay.

Cleveland Plain Dealer Indianapolis Journal

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