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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1904
Page
2
Contributions to the Christmas fund for the children of Fall River strikers continue as the distribution nears. Letters from readers arrive with money, all to be spent on the cause. A sample of donations includes six dollars and fifty cents from Herald Pressmen.
Dear Sir Please accept 2 percent cents from 277 Savin as part of a charity appeal noted in a Boston Post children section.
A Lynn man sends in one dollar with a brief note to Fall River donors. The letter from J. E. M'Mahon requests support and closes with respectful regards.
Ernest W. Roberts of Washington D C confirms a telegram and encloses a check toward a fund to provide Christmas cheer for the children of Fall River strikers. He thanks the editor and signs sincerely.
A brief letter from T. C. Herbert of Quebec asks Mr. Ensign Squarebriggzs in Fall River Massachusetts to purchase two good Christmas dinners for two babies. The message is direct and polite, seeking aid for needy children before Christmas.
Boston Post reports a Santa Claus letter enclosing two dollars for the fund aiding needy children in Fall River. The sender signs as a Soldier of Fort Warren, sending respectful regards.
A brief charity notice from H. E. Sherman of Mansfield offering one dollar for the benefit of poor children in Fall River. The message ends with a cordial sign-off and appears as a personal contribution notice in a local periodical.
The Fall River children's Santa Claus Fund receives 40 cents enclosed with a note from a friend in Boston Post, expressing trust in success of the charitable effort. The brief missive thanks the recipient and promises goodwill for the cause.
Senator Lodge sends a $10 contribution to the Boston Post for the Santa Claus fund aiding the children of the Fall River strikers. The letter inquires gratitude and confirms the donation as a personal gesture from H. C. Lodge.
Boston Post readers are urged to consider a charitable appeal from James Byrnes of Saco Maine for a Fall River Santa Claus fund. The letter quotes a biblical blessing about giving in the name of the Saviour and asks that a child be cheered by the generosity.
A Boston Post inclosed one dollar to aid Fall River's poor children, forwarded by Mrs L Gillionder of Berlin New Hampshire. The gift came from a few friends with modest means, who hoped the amount would be larger if they had more.
In Boston Post Inclosed a request reads for one dollar to aid Fall River sufferers. Signed by Mrs C Be Ripley of Bath Maine.
Congressman Lawrence writes from North Adams to Boston Post editor sending a $10 Santa Claus fund contribution for Fall River strikers' little children. He regrets not sending more and signs off sincerely.
Medfield resident Mrs Otto Richter is mentioned in connection with the Fall River strike, tied to a local community or charity effort involving Santa Claus activities and the labor dispute context.
The note directs shipping twelve dozen boxes of candy to the Fall River Santa Claus. It lists J. 8. Bell Confectionery Co. Cambridgeport as the sender.
A mother of two in South Boston sends a small contribution of two dollars to Fall River, requesting Santa Claus kindness and asking the recipient to accept the gift for poor families. Signed by Fred Fe Wachenheim of 582 Fourth Street.
A brief appeal from T Norwood to add an enclosed mite to the Santa Claus fund for Fall River children. The message requests consideration and expresses respectful salutations.
A brief notice from Millinocket, Maine lists F. M. Gates offering a $2 price for Fall River children. The item notes a local deal or service linked to the Fall River context and uses a named promoter. The exact nature of the offer remains concise in the readable fragment.
A New Bedford area note from newsboy B. M. Cambridge incloses 10 cents for Fall River children. He says The Post is the best selling paper he carries and signs NEWSBOY.
With best wishes for the fund, N. B. Lawrence extends cordial regards and support, conveying a social note of encouragement and generosity.
A brief note from Mrs Muffett of Prospect Street Cambridge hopes this trifle will bring happiness to someone this Christmas season.
A brief Boston letter offers $1 for Fall River children with a hopeful wish to send more, signed by J B T from Salem, reflecting a charitable appeal. The message conveys generosity and a request for further support.
Five people were injured in a natural gas explosion at the home of B P Briggs in North Wheeling. Pearl Cox of West Liberty, visiting, was seriously burned. An infant was thrown across the street with serious wounds. Mr Briggs Mrs Briggs and Glen Briggs also suffered pain.
Fragmented OCR lists donors and figures for a Santa Claus Fund appeal. Names include M. Harkins Norwood Cincah and James Byrnes Saco Me while other lines reference Everett Mother Gilmore Electric Company South Boston Senator Lodge and Congressman Roberts with varied amounts showing 1.00 5.15 10.00 5.00 6.50.
Cleveland dispatch reports Sheriff Barry leaving at 6 tonight with papers for the arrest of Dr Leroy Chadwick, husband of Cassie Chadwick, as the latter awaits trial on financial charges. He plans to meet Governor Odell, obtain extradition, and intercept the Pretoria when she lands. The Chadwicks’ daughter Mary may remain in New York with relatives.
Claim urges readers to buy the medicine for headaches caused by colds and directs calling for the full name and signature of E. W. Grove. Ad price listed as 25 cents.
Scores of congratulatory letters and visitors filled Hotel Somerset as Richard Hall Stearns reached his 80th birthday. One of Boston’s oldest merchants, he has served on the School Board and in the House, led city charities, and remained active in the City Missionary Society. A family dinner was planned with three sons and five grandchildren.
The Rev. James A. Donnelly celebrated his first solemn high mass in St. Joseph's Church Somerville yesterday at 10 30 am. He was assisted by the Rev M.
An old advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a cure for colds and a strength booster. It promises to kill a cold, prevent coughs, strengthen weak lungs, and prevent wasting diseases while promoting flesh gain.
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