The Dover Horror Continues After Fire At asylum
Dover February 12 Special to the Post workers clear debris in the cellar of the asylum amid a scene of desolation. Most inmates accounted for. one likely perished in the flames. An inquest was held and a jury was impaneled. Tomorrow the State Board of Health will begin an investigation at the American House. Public outrage over the fire trap and lack of suitable fire apparatus grows.
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Dover
N. H
Daniels
Joseph D. Roberts
Rollinsford
Henry W. Walker
Rochester
Valentine Mathes
Rivel
James Ryan, Jr
Edgerly
Keeper Driscoll
Wilbert Chesley
State Board of Health
State House
Boston
Committee On Public Healh
Board of Health
Geo. K. Nichols
Joan J. Manoney
Cause of Fire Suspected Mrs Fontaine in Dover
Special to the Post reports strong belief that Mrs Fontaine planned and caused the Thursday night blaze that destroyed a two story frame building with twenty two first floor cells and inmates. Details reference Ruth Sanborn Chesley Driscoll and a Frenchman, among conflicting statements, and note fire safety neglect and isolation of the institution. Remains of Mrs Jane Roberts, strapped to her bed after a fracture, were to be shipped to Ellensburg New York for burial. her daughter Mrs Hale oversees arrangements.
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Dover
N. H
the Post
Ruth Sanborn
Dwight E. Edgerly
Nothane
Driscoll
Jane Roberts
Ellensburg
N. Y
D. M. Hale
Roberts
Ratshesky Cleared by Suffolk Grand Jury in Bribery Probe
The Suffolk County grand jury said no bill would be found in the probe of A C Ratshesky regarding alleged bribery of A N Hoxie during the November election. Hoxie, a prohibitory candidate for Senate in the Seventh Suffolk, claimed Ratshesky offered money to withdraw from the canvass. The report vindicates Ratshesky. Dr Charles J Eastman was indicted for malpractice in a death case but pleaded not guilty. A separate malpractice charge against Dr and Mrs Dr French over Annie Hamilton’s death resulted in no bill against Dr French. Mrs French pleaded not guilty and was indicted.
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Suffolk County Grand Jury
A. N. Hoxie
A. C. Ratshesky
Hoxie
Suffolk
Rathshesky
Charles J. Eastman
Annie 3. Sweet
Haverhill
Eastman
Charles H. Persons
Rose Winkley
Alice Brimstin
Maynard
Altice
Alice
Galger
Blanchard
Sommosa
Massachusetts
Supreme Judicial
Henry Rosenbaum
Louis Rosenbaum
Boston
Supreme Judicial Court
County of
Wilson J. Welch
Thomas J. Lobdell
Suffolk Street
Bradford Street
Lobdell
R. ¥. Sawyer
I. A.tollman
Sawyer
Tellman
William A. Hayes
Francis B. Hayes
C. Delano
Boston theater listings fea turing Dixon at Howard Athe nium and Parvenu at Grand Museum
The week brings George Dixon the world champion featherweight pugilist and actor to the Howard Athenium with sparring stunts between acts. Also at the Grand Museum Col Sellers in Ali Baba plus Kate Glassford and Charles Barringer. The Parvenu stars George W Wilson Alfred Hudson and others with Shore Acres planned for Feb 20 and John Drew opening tonight.
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Howard Athenium
George Dixon
Dixon
Howard
Sellers
Charles Burnham
Kate Glassford
Charles Barringer
Grand Museum
George W. Wilson
Alfred Hudson
Robert Edeson
Howell Hansell
Mary Hampton
Marie Burress
Fanny Addison
Museum
Shore Acres
Park Theatre features Hoyts A Temperance Town extended season
The Park Theatre runs Hoyts A Temperance Town for an eleventh week after ten weeks of success and possible further extension. The show highlights natural humor and strong casting. Walcott’s bout offers a $50 prize to any lightweight who outpoints or throws him in four rounds or fifteen minutes. Rentz Santley burlesque returns February 20. Boston theatre lineup includes many acts and the Country Circus remains this week.
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Joe Walcott
New England
Walcott
Dixon
Rentz- Santley Burlesque Company
Hoyt’s
Park Theatre
Hoyt
the Park Theatre
Boston Theatre to Present Ali Baba Next Week
The article describes a diverse program featuring the Masked Ball act, Boston Museum Company farces, Rice's Surprise Party, Regaloncita dancing, Temperance Town sketch, County Fair acts, Major's Appointment clip, Country Circus acts, Ned Hatch autograph sales, and Boston Athletic Club seating. Clara Poole King to sing, with all city orchestra leaders involved. Stage Manager Seymour directs. Advance prices match regular theatre rates. a full house is anticipated. Ali Baba with lavish scenery and chorus girls will arrive in one week.
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Boston Museum Company
Rice
Regaloncita
Neil Burgess
Henry E. Dixey
George W. Howard
Jefferson, Kiaw & Erlanger
Ned” Hatch
Boston Athletic Club
Clara Poole King
Boston
Seymour
Paderewski Recital Delights Music Hall Audience
The fourth Paderewski piano recital drew a full Music Hall audience. Chopin numbers and the Hungarian Rhapsodie drew enthusiastic praise, with encores and a Minuet finale. Upcoming concerts include Joseffy with Damrosch, Scharwenka recitals, and the Kneisel Quartet.
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Paderewski
Music Hall
West
Rafael Joseffy
Walter Damrosch
New York Symphony Orchestra
Symphony
Anton Hekking
United States
Canada
Scharwenka
Bramstead Hall
Schumann
Mendelssohn
Kneise! Quartet
Chickering Hall
Brahms
Arthur Whiting
Sanoforte
Jules Jordan
Bycrak
Boston Theatre
Lillian Durell
Guille
America
Patti
Mme
Lizzie MacNichol
William H. Clark
John C. Mullaly
Oliver Ditson
Louis Ganne
Doctor Links School Confinement to Child's Death
A Maynard case centers on Alice Brimston who died after illness worsened by prolonged confinement at school. Dr Rich says similar incidents occur locally, citing strict after hours rules and punishment for leaving rooms. school officials offer cautious explanations while promising review.
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Alice
Lynn Woman Named in Brooklyn Divorce Suit
In Brooklyn Supreme Court a Lynn Massachusetts woman is defendant in an absolute divorce case. Charles P. Vaughn sues Annie Lillian with co respondent William P. Kennedy. Annie denies charges and alleges conspiracy. Details cover marriage in 1887, separations, and alimony requests amid conflicting affidavits.
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New York
Supreme Court of Brooklyn
Lynn
Mass
Charles P. Vaughn
Annie Lillian
William P. Kennedy
Vaughn
Binghamton
N. Y
George Vaughn
Annie
Mr. Kennedy
Providence
Kennedy
Eed
Marning
Merrigan Death Notice in South Boston
Margaret Merrigan died in South Boston on February 12. Funeral from John J. Merrigan’s home at 484 East Eighth Street on Tuesday February 14 at 8 15 a.m. High Mass of Requiem to follow at Gate of Heaven Church at 9 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited.
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Merrigan
South Boston
Margaret Merrigan
John J. Merrigan
East Eighth Street
Gate of Heaven
State House
Boston
Winfield S. Nevins
Salem
John Brady
Fall River
Stephen Salisbury
Benjamin J. Sullivan
Wilson Bros
Tremont Row
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Timothy F. Quiyy
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Francis Connolly
State Horusa
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James K. Churchill
Eli W. Hall
Wilfred A. Wetherbee
Grand Army of the Republic
M. Hwiram A. Monk
F. W. Warrcomes
Committee On Railroads
Alexander E. Raitt
Luther Dame
Francis Connery
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Freelon Morris
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