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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1897

Page

2

Free Treatment Offer From Dr Flower Seeks Cure for All

Dr R C Flower offers free examinations and prescriptions by top physicians of the country, closing next Saturday night. The program claims cures for incurables, with offices at 729 Boylston St Boston open 9 to 6 and 7 to 9 evenings. Many testimonials cite remarkable recoveries from paralysis cancer and diabetes. The notice invites the poor and those unable to pay to seek help before the offer ends.

R. C. Flower New England Dr. Flower Boylston St Flower M. G. Jeffers Gallup Mills Theodore Harrington Southbridge Mass H. B. Colburn Putnam Hartford Bright

Left Wheels to Dance at Commonwealth Bicycle Club Ball

Fensmere Hall hosted the Commonwealth Bicycle Club’s third annual ball with about seventy five couples from Greater Boston cycling clubs. David H. Lawrence directed the floor as ladies and gentlemen in gay attire mingled with members including R. B. Plummer H O Riges Miss Margie Walsh Harry Carter and many others.

Fensmere Hall Commonwealth Bicycle Club Greater Boston David H. Lawrence R. B. Plummer H. O. Riges Margie J. Walsh Harry Carter Jennie M. Plumb Warren Dow A. M. Skinner C. H. Goddard F. C. Kimball A. J. Tilden Mae L. Kimball F. Parmenter A. W. Hurlburt Frank C. Kimball W. E

Terra Novians Ball Celebrates 33rd annual tradition

The Boston Terra Novian Association held its 33rd annual ball at Odd Fellows Hall with a concert preceding the grand march led by Mr. Martin Kent and wife. About 400 attendees included many local figures such as Walter Duggan John T. Quinn Thomas J. Bally Nicholas Flynn and others among eighty couples.

Boston Terra Novian Association Odd Fellows’ Hall Martin Kent William Halligan Messrs Walter Duggan John T. Quinn Thomas J. Bally Icholas Flynn William Sullivan Ames P. Cunningham John Gleason Maurice Galgay Richard Powers Michael Henes

Names in World War Era Honor Roster List

A long OCR readable list names Minnie Tinburg, Laura Klanch, Harriet Carsons, Bessie Hodson, Captain John H. Dunn, Lieutenants Casey and Cully, Sergeants Glavey Clancy Kilroe Griffin Larkin, corporals Phillips Parlier Grogan Lee Goode, Bugler John Tarmody, Joseph V. Glancy, John I. Finn, Walter E. Bryant, John J. Burke, John F. Coughlin, William F. Coakley, Daniel J. Driscoll, Thomas J. Foley, John W. Fitzgerald, Peter F. Galligan, Frank H. Hilton, William Kobs, Michael F. King, Michael F. Leonard, Edward L. Menz, Arthur F. Marston, James McManus, Duncan McMillian, Bernard J. Norton, Frank Palmer, James A. Quann, David P. Riley, John F. Sheehan and Bert Smith.

Tinburg Minnie Julia Dodge Laura Klanch Harriet Carsons Bessie Hodson John H. Dunn Casey Cully Glavey Clancy Kilroe Griffin Larkin Phillips Parlier Grogan Lee Goode Norte John Tarmody Joseph V. Glancy John I. Finn Walter E. Bryant John J. Burke John F. Coughlin William F. Coakley Daniel J. Driscoll Thomas J. Foley John W. Fitzgerald Peter F. Galligan Frank H. Hilton William Kobs Michael F. King Michael F. Leonard Edward L. Menz Arthur F. Marston James McManus Duncan McMillian Bernard J. Norton Frank Palmer James A. Quann David P. Riley John F. Sheehan Bert Smith

Raphael Lasker Lodge B'nai B'rith Ball Draws 500 Couples

The first grand ball of the Raphael Lasker Lodge No 77 was attended by about 500 couples at Paul Revere Hall. The event featured a promenade concert by Thomas Mullally's Orchestra, with Mr. Alexander Lasker and Mr. Israel M. Leavy directing. Proceeds benefit the society's sick benefit fund.

Paul Revere Raphael Lasker Lodge No. 77 Order B'nai B'rith Thomas Mullally Alexander Lasker Rabbi Lasker Israel M. Leavy Rabbi Raphael Lasker Gustave Celler Davis Marks M. Chewincky Solomon Isaacs Philip Asner Louis Burkhart Samuel F. Fish Max Sodow Jacob I. Flashman Julius Lipman Henry Bosh Hetta Bosh Hetta Solomon Celia Smith Sadie

Ninth annual A O H concert and ball in Roughan Hall

Division 20 A O H held its ninth annual concert and ball in Roughan Hall last evening with about 1100 attendees from Suffolk County divisions and officers from Malden Medford Somerville Cambridge Arlington Everett and Lynn. The hall displayed Irish and American flags and tropical decor while Hobbs s Hibernian Orchestra performed from 8 to 9 pm and a 25 number dance followed until 4 am. Bernard MacMakin was floor marshal and Michael O Donovan served as floor director assisted by William R Connolly and James Connolly. The grand march opened with Michael O Donovan and Mrs O Donovan and other couples totaling 250 pairs.

Roughan Hall Suffolk County Malden Medford Somerville Cambridge Arlington Everett Lynn Hobbs Hibernian Bernard MacMakin Michael O'Donovan William R. Connolly James Connolly O'Donovan William FR. Connolly Connoly

Roxbury Catholic Association Elects Officers at Annual Meeting

The Roxbury Catholic Association held its annual election of officers last night at Columbia Hall 368 Centre free electing George H Johnson as president James J Mc Carthy vice president William F Nolan recording secretary Charles A McLaughlin financial secretary James A Des mond treasurer and directors Patrick J Connelly Daniel J Byrne Edward J Logan John J McCarty Michael W O Connell and Arthur T Connelly Spiritual director Arthur T Connelly General A P Martin will address the association January 14 on The Battle of Gettysburg

Roxbury Catholic Association Columbia Hall Centre Free George H. Johnson James J. McCarthy William F. Nolan Charles A. McLaughlin James A. Desmond Patrick J. Connelly Daniel J. Byrne Edward J. Logan John J. McCarty Michael W. O'Connell Arthur T. Connelly

Textile workers prepare for strike amid wage cut protests

Fall River reports a mood of unrest as the Textile Workers' Union conference considers action on a wage reduction. Weavers withdraw funds from banks and seek support from Lowell Lawrence Lewiston Manchester and other mills while dispute with manufacturers grows. Labor leaders criticize the cut down and call for solidarity across New England.

Fall River Conference Committee The Textile Workers’ Union New England Thomas O’donnell Lowell Lawrence Lewiston Manchester John McCarthy Loom Fixers’ Association Locm

Five Sailors Lost As Susan P Thurlow Wrecks Off Cushing Island

The schooner Susan P Thurlow captained by Helgersen from Hillsboro New Brunswick to New York with plaster rock wrecked on Cushing Island at eight last night. The captain and five sailors were lost. One sailor reached shore and reported the disaster.

Portland Susan P. Thurlow Helgersen Hillsboro N. B New York Cushing Island

Keppel Arrested for Assault on Two Girls in Charles Town

Patrolman Chapman arrested 21 year old John E Keppel on Main street after Maggie Hanley and Maud Green reported being attacked around 9 pm. The girls identified Keppel at the station as the assailant, who struck them on the head leaving bruises.

John E. Keppel Chapman Charlestown Maggie Hanley Maud Green Main Street Keppel Eane Walker Street Charlesown

Brookline Special Town Meeting Trades Bridge Cost

In Brookline Town Hall a special meeting with 700 voters presided by Captain R G F Candage decided to share equally with Boston the 800 dollar cost of a temporary foot bridge at Longwood avenue. A six member committee will approve plans and supervise a new police station on the Edward Devohin School lot. The school committee may hire an architect and contract for a grammar school building on Harvard street up to 45 mp, excluding grading and furnishing. Meeting adjourned until Wednesday.

Brookline Town Hall R. G. F. Candage Boston Longwood Avenue Edward Devohin Harvard Street

Sentences Given in Superior Criminal Court

In the Superior Criminal Court yesterday James Foley received three years for robbery. M J Mulkern got two and a half years for robbery. D W Pierce was sentenced to one and a half years for embezzlement in the House of Correction. Letna Day of Day Cordage Worn pleaded guilty to embezzlement and was placed on probation.

Superior Criminal Court James Foley M. J. Mulkern D. W. Pierce House of Correction Day

Blood Flow Description in the Body

The excerpt describes the circulatory system directing blood in a nourishing stream to every organ, maintaining order and sustaining bodily functions through a continuous flow. It emphasizes the heart driving circulation and the veins and arteries distributing nourishment.

Subway profits rely on fancy riding not rush hour business

President Samuel Little of the New York Sun argues the subway is unpopular and used mainly during peak hours. He says profit comes from pleasure riders, not daily commuters, and cites ticket sales, weather effects, and urban habits as proof.

Samuel Little New York Sun Mr. Little Park Street Tremont Street Shawmut Avenue Transit Commission Sun Boston Roxbury London New York

Bryan in Mexico lauds Monroe doctrine stance in speech

President Diaz receives William Jennings Bryan in Mexico City as he praises the Monroe doctrine and governments deriving power from popular consent. The Mexican press hails him as a heroic, popular tribune and warmly welcomes Bryan to the country.

Mexico City Diaz Bryan Chamber of Deputies Mexico Unit States Tribune

Death of a General Gardiner Voiced in London

Sir Henry Lynedoch Gardiner is dead. The London dispatch reports the death of the general, noting his service and title.

London Henry Lynedoch Gardiner

Dorchester Rally Highlights Republican Critique of Mayor

A Dorchester rally at Winthrop Hall Upham's Corner drew few attendees. Speakers included Curtis Guild Jr Alpheus Sanford E B Callender Charles H Innes and B B Whittemore with Edwin S Woodbury presiding.

Winthrop Hall Upham’s Corner Dorchester Curtis Guild, Jr Alpheus Sanford E. B. Callender Charles H. Innes B. B. Whittemore Edwins Woodbury Sanford Quincy Columbia Road Franklin Park Roxbury Marine Park Boston Charles E. Folsom Alderman Loft E. Ballender C. R. Cutter Reublican Renator Folsom Lott

Forefathers Day Observed by Brighton Church Women

The Brighton Congregational Church Woman's Association held Forefathers Day with a banquet. Charles B. Travis presided and praised the Pilgrims, noting Mrs. Plymouth Rock's role. Curtis Guild Jr. and ex-Mayor Curtis were warmly welcomed, amid light political caution and applause.

Boston Trimount Woman's Association Brighton Congregational Church Charles B. Travis Plymouth Rock Curtis Travis Curtis Guild, Jr

Inspector Knox arrests shoplifter at Woolworths store

Inspector Knox of headquarters arrested David Cant, 30, at Frank Woolworth’s dry goods store for shoplifting. Cant’s room was at 89 Appleton street. a storehouse of stolen goods from Jordan Marsh and Woolworths was found, including spoons, jewelry, cream jars, knives, suspenders, pocketbooks, handkerchiefs, and towels. The landlady at 89 Eggleston street says Cant owes two weeks’ rent.

Inspector Knox Headquarters Knox Frank Woolworth David Cant America Appleton Street Jordan, Marsh & Co Woolworth Eggleston Street Cant

Lost in Fog Sees Leyland Liner Anchored Off Marblehead

A fogbound afternoon report says a large Leyland line steamer ground near Sorrel Rocks off Marblehead. Tug Wrestler and tug Emily searched the area. Wrestler found a four masted steamer anchored below Boston Light, likely the Philadelphian from Liverpool, with another tug nearby. The vessel stayed ashore overnight and was towed to her dock in the morning. The Wrestler captain believes the Philadelphian was the Marblehead sighting.

Leyland Line Sorrel ‘Rocks Baker’s Island Marblehead Wrestler Boston Towboat Company Emily Boston Light Liverpool

Dennison Charges at Quincy Democratic Rally in Cauley Hall

A Cauley Hall rally in Ward 4 drew many active listeners as speakers and audience members joined the discussion. John J. Hogan presided while Joseph A. Dennison and several officials attacked the Riley movement and Curtis. Other speakers included John J. O Callaghan Salem D. Charles Joseph A Conry John F. Fitzgerald and Joseph J. Corbett. Dennison opened the program with remarks attacking opponents and outlining his stance.

Quincy Cauley Hall John J. Hogan Riley Curtis Joseph A. Dennison John J. O'Callaghan Salem D. Charles Joseph A. Conry John F. Fitzgerald Joseph J. Corbett Mr. Dennison

Pyramid Pile Cure claims rapid, safe relief for piles

An advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a quick, safe remedy for hemorrhoids. It promises removal of congested parts and inflammation, with rapid relief from pain and itching. The text cites cured patients and claims affordability and medical certainty, directing readers to buy 50 cents per box and to request a book from Pyramid Co. in Marshall Michigan.

Pyramid Co Marshall, Mich Albion Mich

Idler Club Reception At Fay House Highlights Radcliffe

Radcliffe College Idler Club hosted a reception in Fay House last night drawing a fashionably dressed crowd. Seniors greeted guests in the parlor while juniors, sophomores, and freshmen occupied rooms A B and G with specialties bustling in the auditorium. Leading figures included Mrs. Agassiz, Dean Irwin, Miss Coes, Miss Griswold, and Miss Boody with Miss Gertrude Hall chairing arrangements.

Radcliffe College Fay House Agassiz Dean Irwin Coes Miss Griswold Boody Gertrude Hall

No new warships approved by Dutch Chamber of Deputies

The government was defeated in The Hague today as the Chamber of Deputies rejected plans to authorize new warships by a vote of 46 to 41. The decision halts a navy expansion program and reflects parliamentary opposition.

The Hague Chamber of Deputies

Arm Fracture Suffered By Michael Cummings on Tenth Street

Michael Cummings aged years old residing on Story street and employed by T. C. Story at 191 Tenth street was caught between a gate and gate-post on Tenth street and sustained a fracture of his right arm.

Michael Cummings Story Street T. C. Story Tenth Street

Carbone Convicted of First Degree Murder in New York

In the Supreme Court today Angelo Carbone was found guilty of murder in the first degree. The court set sentencing for Friday.

New York Supreme Court Angelo Carbone

Foot Crush Injury At Factory In Jamaica Plain

Albert F. Hall of Sturtevant Blower Company on Green Street Jamaica Plain had his foot crushed by an iron pulley and was taken to City Hospital for treatment.

Albert F. Hall Sturtevant Blower Company Green Street Jamaica Plain City Hospital

American Wringer Company Advertising Card

The American Wringer Company lists locations at 77 and 7 Franklin street and 8 Arch street. It manufactures clothes wringers mangies and carpet sweepers and offers wringers and sweepers repair. Orders by major telephone receive prompt attention.

American Wringer Company Franklin Street Arch Street

Canadian Finance Minister Fielding Talks Tariffs and Loans

W. S. Fielding of Ottawa, Canada’s finance minister, at Young’s Hotel, discusses Canada’s tariff policy, noting a shift toward lower tariffs under Laurier, while asserting stability in the financial system. He cites a successful £10 million loan placed in England with a rate of 21 1/2 percent and rejects annexation ideas, affirming strong ties to Great Britain.

W. S. Fielding Ottawa Canada Young’s Conservative Liberal Party Wilfred Laurier Klondike United States England Great Britain Fielding

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