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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1898
Page
2
The report describes Derr Fritz drawing a crowd of about 1,000 as he claims the ability to heal the sick by passing his hands over bodies. Spectators and a public interest in miracle cures are noted, with emphasis on his reputed power compared to other healers.
The total donations for Merrimac street fire widows and children reach 36 711.71 with 3 823 held by the Post and 32 882.71 by Kidder Peabody and Go. A 5 gift arrived yesterday from Representative David Gleason.
Eliz abeth Mulholland aged 22 died at 5 AM from burns received when a kerosene lamp was dropped in Worcester Her husband James Mulholland is at City Hospital the accident occurred three hours earlier none of the details beyond the lamp drop are given
A vintage advertisement extols Bull's Cdagh Syrup as the reliable remedy in any circumstance, branded as the people's friend and the poetic image of rest.
Mrs. Arthur Levy of 20 West Sixty-fourth Street was instantly killed in the Holland House elevator New York February 13. The accident occurred as she fainted and the car rose with her head extending beyond the shaft wall. The car struck the first floor projection crushing her skull.
In a Grant saloon near Terre Haute, John Carington shot and killed Wesley Nice during a Saturday night quarrel. Baylies Nice was also shot and is expected to die. the killer escaped.
Franklin Henderson age 79 dies at home 121 Central Street after battle with la grippe. Former Somerville streets superintendent leaves widow and daughter. Funeral Tuesday at 2 PM from First Unitarian Church Highland Avenue with Rev. W. H. Pierson officiating. Burial at Mt. Auburn.
Early Sunday morning Peter Neilson fought three duels with Boston patrolmen at Savin Hill and Dorchester Avenues. Weapons were 38 calibre revolvers. Horton of Station 11 was wounded in the first encounter. Armstrong of Station 9 faced Neilson in the second and a final hand to hand clash on a porch left Neilson overcome.
An overnight ambush at Savin Hill ends with Patrolman Armstrong grappling the desperado Neilson in Corcoran’s yard porch after Horton is wounded nearby. Nutting and McCormack provide eyewitness details as Armstrong reflects on his act as a duty-bound response rather than bravery. Horton is treated at a drug store and later City Hospital.
The man taken to Station 11 refuses to reveal his identity, giving only name Peter Neilson and home in St Paul Minnesota. He remains silent through yesterday and last evening thwarting officers attempts to learn details of his presence or purpose in the region. A theory abounds he may be related to champion skater John Neilson, with similarities in origin and accent suggesting a Scandinavian background.
Patrolman Horton progressed well at City Hospital yesterday after an initial serious wound. He was taken off the dangerous list by forenoon and reports say he is comfortable and improving rapidly. Mrs Horton learned of the shooting with shock but found him much better. Station 11 officials praise his bravery and efficiency and note he recently captured three suspects.
A piece notes individuals later identified as accomplices in burglaries. The report traces their alleged involvement and hints at broader criminal activity connected to a larger case.
Read as an extracted note from a memorandum book found with Peter Nelson at Station 11. The writer, educated and desperate over unemployment, contemplates crime or suicide and records a plan to hold up as a final option, ending with Feb. 10, 1898, as his finish.
A horse and buggy owned by Dr. Bragdon of Fast Boston was stolen from in front of his residence in Central square late last night. The rig included a bay horse, silver plated harness, and a Stanhope carriage. Police were notified and alerts sent to city stations and neighboring towns.
The American Wringer Company at 77 and 79 Franklin street and 80 Arch street manufactures clothes wringers man gies and carpet sweepers. Wringers and sweepers repaired. Orders by mail or telephone will receive prompt attention.
An old advertisement claims Dean's Ointment provides instant relief for troublesome skin conditions. The copy notes hives are not life threatening but a source of misery and profanity, presenting the product as a remedy.
Readable fragments describe a missing person case with two witnesses and questioned police notification. A girl called Grace reportedly took a car toward the Reservoir, with conflicting alibis and late newspaper reports. Brookin police claims conflict with local notices.
The Brookline case of Grace Stevenson remains unsolved with theories shifting from family speculation to the likelihood she left to support herself. Reports cite a schoolmate noting a potential operatic inclination, while Grace’s mother and friends dispute musical talent. Police consider the missing girl may be pursuing needlework for livelihood. Grace’s disappearance follows a high profile Swift household with wealth tied to Mr. Stevenson's property and debts.
A large blaze in Moline Illinois destroyed the Auditorium Opera House and adjoining stores. Estimated losses reach 80000 dollars with several escapes by rope and ladder as stairs burned. the structure housed Porter Printing Company Electric Laundry and other firms. two residents were rescued from upper floors.
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