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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1897

Page

2

Everett Shocked Death of Grace Dearborn A Surprise

Grace Dearborn, 26, died in New Haven after a criminal operation performed by Dr. Bond. Her father, Mr. Dearborn, assessor, believes she kept the betrayer’s name secret. police in Everett report no instructions from New Haven. Funeral set for 2 PM at the parents’ home, Universalist rites, Glenwood Cemetery.

Everett Grace Dearborn New Haven Dearborn Grace Post Mr. Dearborn Russell Mik Bond Boston Sumner and Argyle Streets Mr. Hamilton The Universalist Church Glenwood Cemetery

Man Found Dead at Lodging House After Alcoholism

A man naming himself Frank Farwell was found dead in bed at 102 Essex Street lodging house yesterday afternoon by staff. No injuries were visible and a physician suspects alcoholism as the cause. Farwell, very drunk on arrival Saturday night, appeared to be a hard drinker during his weeklong stay. The body was taken to the City Hospital morgue and Medical Examiner Draper notified.

Frank Farwell Essex Street Lodging Peace Post Farwell City Hospital Draper

Irish rally ends with Miss Gonne crowds and praise

A Boston Irish event features Maud Gonne addressing a large audience at the Columbia Theatre. General Collins and Patrick A. Collins preside amid cheers and interruptions as speakers defend Ireland and critique English policy. A parade by Hibernians and Irish groups accompanied the guest, with escorts and marching bands through cold streets.

Curtis Mr. Riley Collins Scennes Eton John Sullivan Thomas Riley Quirky Timothy W. Coakley Fitzgerald Miss Gonne Ancient Order of Hibernians Irish National Alliance John M. Cotter General Collins Sloel Es England Bernhardt

Irish Leader Miss Gonne Denounces English Arbitration Treaty

Miss Gonne, addressing Irish Americans, denounces England’s arbitration treaty as a gateway to food security and imperial power. She argues it binds the United States with Britain against Ireland, urges defeat of the treaty, and cites historical grievances, urging unity for Ireland’s freedom. She travels to Buffalo for further remarks and may visit Boston before returning to Ireland next May.

Collins Miss Gennes America Ireland Western Republic Washington England Idia Europe Papis Ngland Suez Canal Pacific Western Hemisphere France Russia Germany Republic of America Quincy Victoria India United States International Tribunal Chamberlain Hisses Krueger Transvaal London Ireand Gladstone Miss Gonne James F. Bagan Chatham Mr. Eagan Buffalo Boston

Politician Declines Comment On Sermon Proscription

The Hon. Edwin V. Curtis said he had not read Dr. Brady's sermon and could not comment. He affirmed his support for the Republican municipal platform and stated he would not seek support from anyone who believes in proscribing fellow citizens on account of race, religion, or color.

Edwin V. Curtis Dr. Brady Republican

Socialistic meeting speakers announced at Faneuil Hall

Martha Moore Avery will chair and Thomas Curran of Providence join David Goldstein candidate for Mayor James R Nugent candidate for Alder man Florentine Theobauld Byron Efford Joseph Ballem and Howard N Balkam of New York City last year's candidate for Governor of New York will speak at the Socialistic meeting at Faneuil Hall tonight.

Martha Moore Avery Thomas Curran Providence David Goldstein James R. Nugent Florentine Theobauld Byron Efford Joseph Ballem Howard N. Balkam New York City New York Faneuil Hall

Notable Christmas Gift Pitch for Home Helpers

Advertises a No 1 Eclipse ball bearing wringer and a Bissell carpet sweeper as life and labor saving devices. Promotes American Wringer Company offering repairs at 77 and 79 Franklin street as a specialty.

American Wringer Company Franklin Street

Fewer Dividends Show Falls in Fall River Mills Earnings

Fall River mills report a sharp drop in dividend earnings for 1897 with 11 mills paying nothing. The total capital invested remains $22,933,000, and dividends amounted to $776,300 versus $1,368,875 in 1896 and $1,742,625 in 1895. Bourne Mills paid regular monthly 1 percent plus 6 percent in August, skewing the rate.

Fall River Fall River Mills G. M. Haffords & Co Anawan Manufacturing Company Arkwright Mill Anawan Barnaby Gingham Bourne Rhode Island Troy C. & W. Manufacturing Company Oo Corporation T. American Linen Co Annawan Mfg. Co Arkwright Mills Er Barnard Mfg Bourne Mills Border City Mfg. Co Barnaby Mfg Chace Mills Cornell Mills Conanicut Mills Davel Mills Eeeee Sucd Flint Mills Globe Yarn Mills Hargraves Mills King Philip Mills Mechanic Mills Metacomet Mfg. Co Granite Mills Laurel Lake Mills ie /Merchants’ Mfg. Co Narragansett Mills Richard Borden Co Robeson Mills Eh Sanford Spinning Co Sagamore Mfg. Co Osborn Mills Seeeee Parker Mills Pocasset Mfg. Co Seaconnet Mills Shore Slade Mills Eoseee Ised Stafford Mills Stevens Mfg. Co Tecumseh Mills Troy C. & W. Mfg Union Cotton Mfg. Co Wampanoag Mills Weetamoe Mills Shae Kerr Thread Co Epee

Chandler Predicts Republican Defeat in 1898 Letter

Senator William E Chandler of New Hampshire argues in a Washington Post letter that if Secretary Gage pushes gold standard bills, Republicans will fracture in Congress, prices will fall, and the party will lose the 1898 elections. He warns McKinley must act for the people, not plutocrats, to avoid political self-destruction.

Washington Chandler New Hampshire Washington Post Secretary of the Treasury Congress Hawaii Cuba Republican Party House Gage United States Retary Gage Gold Standa League of New York National Monetary Conference McKinley William Ele. Chandler

Open Letter to Williams From Boston Labor Union

The Josiah Quincy Union Printers Club urges support for Josiah Quincy in Boston's municipal race, arguing municipal ownership offers faster paths to shorter workdays and higher wages. They frame Curtis as opposed to organized labor and press Williams to publicly endorse Quincy. Signed by Albert Hovey, President.

Josiah Quincy Union Printers’ Club Boston Josiah Quincy Curtis Organized Labor Thomas Riley Friends of Organized Labor Gosiar Quince Union Printers Albert Hovey

Rally for Quincy by Italian society elects officers

The Italian Figli D Italia Political Society held its officer election in Lusitana Hall on Hanover Street yesterday. A rally for Quincy and the entire Democratic ticket followed with speakers including Congressman Fitzgerald Commodore Edward W Dixon the Aldermanic candidate Joseph Santosuosso A A Badaracco Mr F Ricci president.

Voting in party lines workers cast ballots in city precincts

Residents on streets such as Wall, Stone, Church, Washington, and Arlington report varied party allegiances with many declaring Democrat or silver Democrat while voting for Curtis Riley Quincy or Quincy. Several letters from individuals pledge straight tickets or identify as independent or Republican as postal ballots reveal.

Quincy N. V Austin Street Curtis Hudson Street Riley. R Harrison Avenue Bryannte Arklow Street Roxbury F. R Faxon Street Riley Seneca Street W. E Wall Street BR. J. C FF. C 3. C J. T M. F Bromley Street J. H Brooks Street D. S C. Street P. C Arlington Street Arlington Avenue J. B Bunker Hill Street D. M Bolton Street J. S

East Boston Signers Reverse Back Riley Nomination

Fifty seven East Boston citizens signed Thomas Riley mayoral papers but say they misread and now support Josiah Quincy. They urge the press to correct the record and reveal their undivided Democratic backing. James M. Curley confirms his intention to vote for Josiah Quincy and the Democratic ticket.

East Boston Thomas Riley Ward 2 Boston Josiah Quincy John Inston Marion Street Edoward Cummings Bennington Street L. D. Brown Chelsea Street John Fulhaur Sumner Street Patrick HE. McDonald Paris Street Joseph P. Dalton Havre Street Martin H. Daleton Michael J. Gavaghan Martin Madden Morris Street Richard Kent Cottage Street Thomas Post Sir Josiah Sydney James M. Curley East Lenox Street

Fire destroys five story building in St Louis jewelry district

A basement fire at Lermod and Jaccard Jewelry Co. on Locust and Broadway in St Louis caused a rapid blaze that destroyed the five story structure. Losses total about 335000 with full insurance. Five minutes after floors collapsed, residents including engineer W A Rutledge and family were rescued. The Model Clock Co unit also wiped out with 50000 loss and three quarters insured. No deaths reported.

ST. Louis Lermod & Jaccard Jewelry Company Locust Street Broadway W. A. Rutledge Model Clock Company

Two Shot Down in Havana Autonomy Controversy

Cable advices from Havana to the Spanish legation report Ruiz and Aranguren were shot by order of Alexander Rodriguez. Ruiz had exchanged letters with Aranguren and left Havana to meet a friend, not on an official mission. Rodriguez ordered the shooting, signaling strong autonomy sentiment.

Washington Havana Ruiz Aranguren Alexander Rodriguez Afeuegesh Rodriguez

Centenary Service Marks East Harwich Church

The Methodist Episcopal Society in East Harwich celebrated 100 years today with special services. Pastor Charles Amith delivered the historical sermon. The society was organized in 1797 by Rev. John Brodhead, with the first meeting house built in 1797. The present edifice rose in 1811 and was dedicated on New Year’s Day 1812 under Pastor Rev. Benjamin Lombard.

East Harwich Methodist Episcopal Society Arles Amith John Brodhead Benjamin Lombard

Park Street Club Elects Officers Amidroom Selection

The Park Street Club has elected officers including President Alfred H. Colby, first vice president Leonard G. Roberts, second vice president George M. Luttler, third vice president Edward Freeman Flynn, soon J Augustus Remington, treasurer Frank E. Garvin, and committees led by Clinton Bradley as chairman with Oscar Storer and George F F Roberts on membership, Lewis J. Jackson chairing music with William J. Shillady and Addison Malley as members.

Park Street Club Alfred H. Colby Leonard G. Roberts George M. Luttler Edward Freeman Flynn Soon J. Augustus Remington Frank E. Garvin Clinton Bradley Oscar Storer George F. F. Roberts Lewis J. Jackson William J. Shillady Addison Malley

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