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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1897
Page
8
New York reports Ferdinand Danton and Viviane Marat, descendants of historic rivals Danton and Marat, engaged to marry soon. Danton, a New York artist, praises his fiancée described as unmatchable in beauty, while she lives in Paris.
In a portrait of an artist's struggle, Jacques Danton rejects a noble lineage to wed Viviane, confronting his father and family history. The scene blends art, history, and personal resolve as Danton vows to paint and pursue a bourgeois life rather than surrender love or heritage.
The text contrasts Viviane, rich and charitable, with the Marats and their legacy from Charlotte Corday. It hints at a transfer of wealth and status as Marathere's daughter is pledged to a Danton, promising stocks, bonds, and rent rolls beyond bourgeois needs.
The Gaelic School held its regular Sunday session at 18 Essex Street with P. J. O Daly leading classes assisted by John M Doran and Patrick Kelly. Prizes were awarded to three top ticket sellers: T J Hurley won Dr Joyce Irish Grammar, David Moran claimed New Spirit of the Nation, and John M Doran took Wearing of the Green Song Book. Exhibition items came from George Finneran Patrick Kelly John M Doran John Bray T J Hurley David Moran and Patrick Casey.
The Equal Rights Association of Somerville will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday evening at Temperance Hall Hawkins Street Somerville. Speeches on the proposed city charter will be delivered by Hon Selwyn Z Bowman and ex Alderman Howard D Moore. The public is invited.
Mrs. Sarah J. Bird a wealthy widow from Montclair occupies a rear room at No. 200 Eldridge Street to better know and aid New York’s poor. She is respected in the slums and known as an angel for thirty years of charitable work despite her husband’s alleged neglect and a family dispute described by Dr. Abbott.
Mrs Harriet Abbott accuses Dr Frank Abbott Jr of repeated cruelty and humiliations including pulling her from bed and cold water on her feet. She cites his inheritance from his father a wealthy dentist earning at least fifty thousand dollars annually and says her weekly allowance of ten dollars is far less than his income. Dr Abbott denies the charges and says jealousy claims followed his dedication to medicine.
In Barnstable on February 7, E. C. Knapp released from Springfield National Bank theft sentence was seen in street giving bicycle lessons to the jailer’s wife G H Cash. Mrs Cash 38, two daughters aged 18 and 38. Knapp considered a trusted companion in the jailer’s family and a capable accountant. Other convicts enjoy unusual freedoms as well including Lewis Rogers who was allowed to take a cow to Yarmouth and back.
The Post profiles Captain Jack Crawford the poet scout visiting Boston. He relives his era, praises New Mexico prospects, and warns against exaggerated western dangers as he plans a spring trip to inspect mining ventures near Albuquerque and Rincon with promises of rich returns.
The description centers on a bright sun and a comfortable distance for a walk. It emphasizes a cheerful mood and the simple enjoyment of a daytime stroll with ideal surroundings and clear air. No specific people or places are named.
Mrs J L Treadwell of Emporia sacrificed her poodle in a burnt offering, claiming an offended God warned of her two children's death. Christian Science followers urged dismissal of her physician and total reliance on faith healing, leading neighbors to eject them from the home.
The Rev William Lawrence bishop of Massachusetts confirmed eight new members at St John’s Church Winthrop. He urged them to reflect on their decision and clearly tell friends what influenced their step.
Patrick H. Coughlin left his home at 80 Gold street on May 2 and has not been seen since. He is about 5 feet 10 inches tall with light hair gray in places and brown eyes. He wore a soft black hat, black cheviot suit, black sateen shirt and necktie, and laced shoes. His wife Mrs. Coughlin and children seek information. she lives at 49 A street.
Captain Jack promotes his copper claims in New Mexico and Arizona while touring eastern venues. He cites large investment, health benefits of New Mexican soil, and compares mining potential to other western states, urging interest from Eastern audiences. He notes engagements in March including a Y M C A appearance.
Mary Johnson alias McCullagh was found dead at her home on Saturday afternoon in suspicious circumstances. An autopsy by Medical Examiner Draper determined death from pneumonia. A colored man named James Johnson, claimed husband, was arrested and to be released today. The deceased was white and had lived with the man for some time.
The funeral for W Ward Child was held at the First Unitarian Church in Stoneham with the Odd Fellows in attendance. Most local town officials attended as Rev. J Herman Whitmore led the service.
On the steamer Santiago arriving this morning were Mate George M. Oaks and six sailors from the Boston brig Rocky Glen. The vessel struck Blossom Rock in the Bahamas on January 21 while leaving port and was a total loss.
The Bunker Hill Tammany Association, Charlestown’s Democratic club, plans its first annual ball at Roughan Hall on Wednesday evening February 24. The group, formed under five months, counts over 200 members including Mayor Quincy and many district leaders.
A new division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians was instituted at Upham's Corner with County President William J. Cronin presiding. Twenty five new members were admitted and an installation followed by an election naming John J. Reynolds as president and Michael Cavanagh as vice president. Other officers chosen included George A. Riordan recording secretary and Patrick W. Jordan financial secretary.
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