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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1892

Page

3

The Death Gift Amplifies Policy Circles Sensation

A GAMISTERS COUNCIL forms amid upheaval in policy circles. The Knights of the Queer Table meet to discuss governance and social tensions in Gigland, with unhappiness rising among factions.

List of arrestees charged with common nuisance in policy shop

This list shows multiple individuals charged with maintaining a common nuisance a policy shop. Names include Thomas Parker Thomas Cameron John Mack Joseph Smith Samuel Hosford Bernard Poole Charles Forster Alfred Smith William E Nickerson George C Wade Jacob Grossman George Prang James Rice John Riley Daniel Golding John Scanlan George A Stetson John Allen and others with additional gambling nuisance charges for Smith Allen Poole Nickerson and Forster.

Thomas Parker Merrimac Street Thomas Cameron Causeway Street John Mack Joseph Smith Blackstone Street Samuel Hosford Washington Street Bernard Poole Atlantic Avenue Charles Forster Chatham Street Alfred Smith Water Street William E. Nickerson George C. Wade Cambridge Street Jacob Grossman George Prang Winchester Street James Rice Piedmont Street John

Policy Closures Noted At Several Locations

A fragmented notice lists policy closures along Howard street near the Athenzium, No 11 Barrison avenue extension, No 155 Court street brace fare bank, No 126 Water street, No 8 Pleasant street Trimountain Club. The terse items suggest administrative actions affecting multiple properties and organizations.

Howard Street Athenzium Barrison Avenue Court Street Brace Water Street Pleasant Street Trimountain Club

Fifteen Arrested at Gam ing House in Crawford Shelter

Fifteen men detained at 414 Harrison avenue were fined $10 each for being present where gaming implements were found in John C. Crawford's alleged run site. John J. Griffin faced a $100 fine for conducting a policy shop at No 6 Kirkland Street. Richard Dick and William Wilson, charged with writing policy at No 6 Warrenton Place, fined $100 each and appealed. Michael King alias Gadley, charged with writing policy at No 30 Kneeland Street, fined $100 and appealed. Patrick Donegan and five others named for writing envelope policy at No 5 Alden Street, fined $100 each. Thomas Curtis, fined $50 for gaming.

Harrison Avenue John C. Crawford John J. Griffin Kirkland Street Richard Dick William Wilson Warrenton Place Michael King Alias Gadley Kneeland Street Patrick Donegan Daniel H. Quintard Fred Jones Daniel Johnston George Geary Alden Street Thomas Curtis

Policy and lottery fronts flood Boston streets in coast-to-coast scam

The article catalogs numerous policy and lottery venues operating openly from Howard Street to Charlestown, noting rooms, offices, and shops in full operation. It highlights the volatility of policy networks, shifting locations, and rising police pressure as street writers and bettors seek new sites while authorities tighten enforcement.

Washington Street Dana & Co West Virginia Loan & Trust Company L. F. Foster & Co Charles Street Province Street Kendall Street Tremont Street West Lenox Street Pleasant Street Eastern Land Company

Three line slips reveal a city policy craze and crime ties

A fragment describes policy slips and a gambling binge feeding a swindle. It notes death gigs appearing on some three line slips, while others lack them, hinting at a keen backer base and police board potential action. The tone implies ongoing public blind support despite losses.

Police Board

Knights of the Queer Table Meet Over Policy Post

In Howard Street’s reading-room and Bowery bar rear a bi daily gathering of policy men discusses the Post and gaming outlook. They work on books occasionally while the aim remains exposure of gambling rooms. The Post's gaming coverage prompts reader correspondence seeking help and blacklisting venues. The tiger is not happy.

Howard Street Bowery Knights of the Post Hanover

Robber Oliver Curtis Perry Captured After Utica Heist

Daniel Mc Inerney an express messenger was wounded in Perry New York by a large pistol shot while recounting the Utica robbery. J B Prentiss, agent for American Express, traced the robber, who confessed the crime and claimed he used his real name while on the run. He said travels included Canada, the South and the West and described evading arrest by altering voice and wearing gold spectacles.

Lyons Mr. Prentiss Utica Oliver Curtis Perry Canada

Riots in Chile Promise Rehearing for Balmaceda Faction

A Valparaiso dispatch reports Chilean attorneys seek a rehearing and stay of sentences for Balmaceda supporters accused of assaulting Baltimore sailors on October 16. The procurator fiscal denied the application. In Santiago, daily street clashes persist between Balmaceda adherents and their rivals as incendiary acts and arrests widen.

New York Valparaiso Baltimore Santiago Balmaceda Congress

Spring tonic Nervura advertised for debility and nerves

An evangelical public notice extols Dr. Greene's Nervura as a spring tonic to boost nerves blood and organs after winter. It claims to strengthen weakness, cure insomnia and constipation, and restore vitality. Testimonials from John Mullan and others praise improved sleep digestion and energy after use.

Dr. Greene

Dr Greene Offered Free Consultation for Nervous Diseases

Boston based specialist at 34 Temple Place invites patients to consult free in person or by letter. Call or write about their case or request a symptom blank to fill, then send a letter detailing the disease for a free, full explanation and advice.

Greene Temple Place Boston Mass R. Richmond New York Lexington St Baker Edinboro St

Massachusetts Committee of Jurisdiction Hearing on Public Records

The Massachusetts Committee on the Joint Judiciary will hold a hearing at the State House in Boston on February 24 at 10 o'clock a.m. to discuss extending Sections 7 and 8 of Chapter 37 of the Public Statutes. Topics include requiring registers to procure and rerecord worn deeds, allowing registers of deeds to reside elsewhere with an assistant, and modifying attachments to protect defendants. Chairman Marvin Fernald presides. Feo N. Wier is clerk.

Boston State Loase Marvin Fernald Feo N. Wier Sid Wllen Barry Moston Tierein Oston Sail Suffolk Boston Post Joan W. McKim, Esqui Elijam George State House Committee On Labor Mlne Statehlouse Robert Howard FP. McAnally Committee On Banks and Banking Keyes Danforth Williamstown Savings Bank Ienry Denver Savings Bank Roon Wm. J. Coughlin Washington Savings Institution of Lowell M. Isaac N. Nutter Augustus G. Perains State Houser Committee On Constitutional Amendments John M. Kerry William F. Ray Andrew M. Lanigan Committee On Elihu B. Hayes William =. Greenough State Hovss General Court Howie Andrew M. LaniGay

Apology Demanded Over Four Hundred Bostonians List

A sharp note from the Herald and Record demands a prompt apology to Boston for its attack on Ward McAllister and threatens to publish the Post's list of Four Hundred Bostonians who have achieved distinction. The writer urges a graceful correction.

Herald and Record Boston McAllister POST

Brutal Prize Fight Ends In Free Ring Clash

In New Orleans near the U S barracks on February 22 Charles Johnson and Alphonse Garcia, both lightweights, fought fiercely. Garcia's face and body were covered in blood as spectators clashed and his seconds refused the sponge, triggering a chaotic ring-side melee.

New Orleans United States Charles Johnson Alphonse Garcia Johnson Fae Garcia

Wisdom Spreading Message Sparks Public Debate

A proverb filled column argues wisdom comes from action over words. It warns that a man who does not advertise in POST DIME WANTS lacks judgment and public visibility. The piece blends aphorism with civic admonition.

POST

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