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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1902

Page

4

Cured of Grip Ad From Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey

An advertisement claims Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey cures grip and endorses Eliza Ream of Reading and Jesse E. Webb of West Chester in 1901. It asserts purity with no fusel oil, sealed patent bottles, and government recognition as a medicine. Price is $1 per bottle with free booklet and counters offer.

Duffy Eliza Ream Reading Jesse E. Webb West Chester Duffy’s Duffy Malt Whiskey Company Duffy's Duffy Malt Whiskey Co Rochester

Miles and the President in Denial of Miles Stories

George F. Washburn releases a statement denying Miles presidential candidacy and refuting claims of a public reprimand and coercive political talk. A Maine man’s letter supports Miles assertions, defending private interviews with presidents and denying forced political conversations at the depot. The missives challenge editorials alleging false incidents and urge proof from the reporters behind the rumors.

George F. Washburn Miles New York Washington, D. C Boston Mass Washburn General Miles White House Lincoln Turkey Germany Russia England

Lynn Strike Again Ends Morocco Workers Protest

In Lynn on February 3, the ongoing strike by Morocco workers at Kelly & Co. finally concluded after multiple adjustments and renewed flareups over months of labor unrest.

Lynn Morrocco Kelly & Co

Wild Bill Hanran knocked out by Frank Childs in four

Frank Childs defeated Wild Bill Hanrahan by knockout in four rounds in Chicago. In the same card Jimmy Handler lost the decision to Jack Beauscholte over six rounds.

Chicago Frank Childs Wild Bill” HanrAhan Jimmy Handler Jack Beauscholte

Atlantic Social Club Ball Crowded By Sixteen Hundred Dancers

Eighteen hundred persons crowded Roughan Hall last evening for the third annual ball of the Atlantic Social Club of the North End. The march, a feature of the affair, was led by President John A.

Roughan Hall Atlantic Social Club North End John A

Atlantic Social Club President Carey hosts elegant reception

John A. Carey, president of the Atlantic Social Club, appears with Miss Margaret King in white silk with lace as vice-president James Fallon and Miss Annie Pisenberg follow. Invited guests include Senator H. B. Fitzgerald and Representatives Patrick Bradley and Andrew Bad, among others.

Ward 6 candidates listed in local race slate

A lengthy slate for Ward 6 includes Councilmen Thomas J Grady and George A Scigiano and a long roster of attendees and potential candidates. The list names ex Senators and Representatives and numerous residents with many suffixes and initials. The document records participants in a community political gathering or nomination event.

Bradford Boat Club Ball at Prospect Hall Cambridge

The 28th Bradford Boat Club ball drew a large crowd at Prospect Hall in Cambridge last evening with the hall prettily decorated for the event.

Bradford Boat Club Prospect Hall Cambridge

Ball of America Lodge Draws 300 Couples at Odd Fellows Hall

Three hundred couples attended the annual ball of America Lodge No. 191 I O O F at Odd Fellows Hall Tremont Street. Floor Director Edward R Gregory P G led the grand march with Mrs C R Gregory in a white muslin lace dress. Mr and Mrs Frederick McCullum followed with about 50 couples beside numerous invited guests including M F Moody P G deputy district deputy grand master of Franklin and Mr Pleasant Lodges Percy J Minard P G C B E W Kent and the Lawsons Howard J J Boyer and Viorentine K Bradman were present with spouses.

of America Lodge Odd Fellows’ Hall Tremont Street Edward R. Gregory P. G C. R. Gregory Frederick McCullum M. F. Moody P.G Franklin Mr. Pleasant Lodges Percy J. Minard C. BE. W. Kent Lawson Howard J. J. Boyer Viorentine K. Bradman

Republicans Fail to Indorse Governor Crane Report

Republican House members met to consider Governor Crane’s plan to abolish and consolidate commissions and to separate savings banks from national banks. The caucus broke with no firm endorsement, with members voicing concerns about binding commitments and the need for more light on fire marshal consolidation and bank separation proposals.

Crane House Hayes Lowell Brandes Webster Luce Somerville Pearce Fitchburg Myers Benjamin C. Dean Brookline Committee On Public Service Senate John Nightingale Fall River Joseph EB. Buswell Methuen Opera Savings Bank Massachusetts Robert Luce

Prize Winners at Local Hall Dance Celebration

Attendees included John B. Thompson and families from Eagles Gear Justin Fragier and Coleman. First prize awarded to Patrick Doherty, second to George Antworth. Bernard Doherty received consolation in rubber boots. Ladies prizes to Sarah Doherty Mary McCormick Annie Farrell. Dancing followed until midnight with many guests present.

Nellie Neary Nellie Walsh Patrick Doherty George Antworth Bernard Doherty Sarah Doherty Mary McCormick Annie Farrell Heckinger Terrell John Anderson Julia Leen Mary Keelin Marie Manning Margaret Donohue Mary Hallahan May Tay Margaret Walsh Mamie Walsh Lulu Kane

St Mary's Asylum Whist Party Draws West End Crowd

The West End branch of St Marys Infant Asylum held a successful whist party and dance last night at Catholic Union Hall. Many pretty costumes were worn by the young ladies with Miss Marie Walsh overseeing arrangements assisted by others.

West End St. Mary's Infant Asylum Catholic Union Hall Marie Walsh

Local names listed in a historical notice

Nellie Brophy, Della Carey, Della Sullivan, Annie Mullane, Kittie Mullane, Mary Mullane, Helen Bennett, Mary Anderson and Hannah Norton are named in the readable fragment of a historic community notice listing residents or participants.

Nellie Brophy Della Carey Della Sullivan Annie Mullane Kittie Mullane Mary Mullane Helen Bennett Mary Anderson Hannah Norton

City Brevities: Tragedy and mishaps across East Boston

James McGee 55, a tailor of 881 Border Street East Boston, died by self poisoning after despondency. Dr. Montgomery reported a $60 theft from his safe. John Pearson, 56, was found dead at 209 Cambridge Street. J E Bowen of 88 Highland Avenue Somerville fell and broke his ankle. August Withers, 19, crushed hand in coffee mill. Fire at 17 Cotting Street second floor. loss $5. Officers arrested Alfred Andrews 31 for larceny of a $125 diamond ring from Mary L Bowler at Tremont House last October. Clara Robinson 28 of 33 Thorndike Street arrested for larceny of $6.80 from Mary A Currier. William Devine 26 of 76 Chickatawbut Street Neponset fell from a wagon, fractured leg. Thomas Gately 45 of 101 Concut Street Gardner brought to MGH with both legs broken after being buried under falling logs. Box 481 alarm for fire on third floor 38 Charles River Street Potter & Wrightington. cause unknown. damage $100. Richard Martell and Walter Partridge of Cambridge arrested for larceny of a quart of whiskey from a pedestrian on Revere Street.

James McGee Border Street Boston Montgomery Washington Street John Pearson Cambridge Street J. E. Bowen Highland Avenue Somerville Withers Engine 6 Cotting Street Vision Alfred Andrews Mary L. Bowler Tremont House Clara Robinson Thorndike Street Division 4 Mary A. Currier William Devine Chickatawbut Street Neponset Thoms Gately Concut Street Gardner Massachusetts General Hospital Charles River Street Potter & Wrightington Richard Martell Walter Partridge Cambridge Division Revere Street

Lewiston Triumphs Over Lawrence In Polo Classic

Lewiston edged Lawrence 8 to 7 after two minutes of overtime in a dramatic polo match. Devlin starred for Lawrence and Roberta shone for Lewiston, with Jaxon and McGilvray leading rushes and Tibbette and Burgess strong on stons. Attendance was about 500.

Lawrence Lewiston Devlin Roberta Jaxon McGilvray Stons Tibbette Burgess Jason Neferee Furbush

Chase of Crook Ashport Across Six Miles Ends With Escape

A youth, George Ashport, attempted to loot A. F. Swift’s grocery at Bourne. Swift pursued across six miles, battling Ashport three times before the fugitive escaped into woods. Swift returned mud-splashed and exhausted but unharmed. The episode is linked to the Benson gang activity in the area.

Ashport Swift Buzzard’s Bay Village Swift Orey East Areham Cambridge Benson

Assumption Association Grand Ball in East Boston

Last night at Lyceum Hall East Boston the Assumption Catholic Association held its first grand ball with over a thousand attendees. The hall boasted green stage banners and colors while Alex Lambert led floor operations aided by a staff. Gilman's Orchestra played from 8 to 9 as the grand march opened with President Edward Breslin and Miss Mabel Driscoll followed by Vice-President John Sheridan and Miss Catherine Crowley with Lambert and his wife and John McLaughlin present.

Lyceum Hall Boston Assumption Catholic Association Alex Lambert Gilman Edward T. Breslin Mabel Driscoll John J. Sheridan Catherine Crowley Alex. Lambert John McLaughlin Horner The

Large social affair on Noddle Island ends at four

A grand gathering hosted by De La Tay 7eal sister and others drew many couples and notable locals on Noddle Island. Dancing continued until 4 am, with attendees including Kennedy and Donovan families, Kellys, Giblin and Carter, plus a St. Alphonsus Club delegation. Numerous young ladies and gentlemen from local circles attended.

J. Lt. Kelly T. J. Giblin J. Corrigan J. H. Donovan Thomas F. Clarke J. F. Hickey Joseph F. Carter St. Alphonsus Club L. McKenna B. Bravier Elizabeth Douglass Mary Healy A Gorman Mar Linnihan Gibbons Sarah Burke Isabella Burke Leggade Elenor McCallum Mary Curley Lu Hartigan Mary Whiteley Helen O'Rourke Susie Whalen Annie Murphy Margaret Bland Mary Murphy M. Glynn Mary Overland William Hartigan T. Edward Donovan Frank Greer James Kelly Peter Keriner Richard Hennessy James Hennessy Thomas Kelly James O'Rourke Richard Hutchinson Robert Bland Joseph Duane John Duane J. William Burke M. Coughlin Daniel Crowley C. Sanderson R. Condon Job Forristall Cr. Ames

James W Tufts Dies Founder Of Pinehurst Colony

James W Tufts 66 founder of the Pinehurst colony in North Carolina and head of the American Soda Fountain Company of Boston died of heart disease at his North Carolina home last night. A Medford resident for 40 years he had traveled south on Jan 7 and was reported in good health. The body will be brought to Medford.

Medford James W. Tufts American Soda Fountainompany Boston Pinehurst North Carolina Tufts

Stuart's Catarrh Tablets Offer Modern Cure

An ideal medicine in tablet form for catarrh claims to surpass inhalers and liquids. Stuart's Catarrh Tablets, advertised as antiseptics in a pill, target the bloodstream and mucous membranes to neutralize catarrh germs, with a Pittsburg lawyer praising relief after months of illness and the product said to be free of mercury.

Stuart Pittsburg

French plays presented by pupils of ton College in Boston

Two deaf Frenchmen shouting at the top of their voices opened Fren comedies staged in Boston College Hall. The program included two comedies, with roles assigned to a long list of student performers such as J C Gagnon, L A Dove, H J Lang, J Haverty, J McGuinness, and many others, under college supervision.

Ton College Boston College Hall Jules Moineaux Damoiseau J. C. C. Gagn Placide L. A. Dove Leon P. P. Cove Boniface M. F. Murphy Unn Champetre H. J. Lang Jardinier J. Haverty Gsants J. H. Haverty Pp. McHugh R. F. Powers Arts Shahalm M. J. Downey Marecot J. A. Queen Pedro H. C. Donlan Alonzo J. McGuinness Tri

Two Children Missing in Malden Search Continues

Malden police were alerted by A H Parsons of 51 Lawrence Street that his two daughters Florence aged 15 and Anna aged 7 have been missing since Saturday. They were last seen when sent to a store on a ranch to pay a bill, which has since cleared. Florence is tall for her age, brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a gray storm skirt, black jacket and blue tam. Anna is medium height with light hair, wearing a red plaid dress and blue coat. Both attend Lindell Grammar School.

Malden A. H. Parsons Lawrence Street Florence Anna Malch Parsons Figgence Lindeg Grammar School

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