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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1903

Page

5

Drunken assault at bar ends with jail sentences

Daniel Lynch faced Judge Fallon for drunkenness and assault at Kelly's East Third Street bar. Lynch was found guilty on both counts and sentenced to Deer Island for one month and nine months more. Bail set at $200 and $300, respectively, after an appeal.

Daniel Lynch Fallon George W. Quilty William Kelly East Third K Streets Lynch Deer Island Superior Court Kelly Quilty Nmquor

Reduced Rail Fares From New England to West Offered

Chicago & Northwestern railway announces greatly reduced rates from New England to California Oregon Washington and British Columbia from Feb 14 to April 30. Tickets and information available from J E Brittain agent 868 Washington St Boston.

Chicago & Northwestern Railway New England California Oregon Washington British Columbia J. E. Brittain Washington St Boston

Reform movement stirs up Boston politicians stirs up reform group

The Good Government committee formed by the Chamber of Commerce launches a broad scrutiny plan. Leaders promise to target City Hall departments especially street and water, seek concrete facts, and curb corruption and waste. Local politicians from both parties express cautious support and call for nonpartisan, thorough investigation.

Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Bailiwick Florida Good Government Laurence Minot Back Bay Brighton Frothingham Publiity League W. T. A. Fitzgerald Democratic City Committee Reform League Fitzgerald Democratic City Hall John E. Fitzgerald Boston Frank J. Linehan Athur W. Dolan Common Council George H. Tinkham

Governor Bates's Second Veto Highlights Budget Debates

Governor Bates sent a second veto to the House on a Winchester bonds bill and sinking fund issue. The session covered petitions, Haverhill board abolition, police elections debate, and park reservation discussions. The Senate opposed rapid passage of annual appropriations, with amendments and explanations about costs and bathhouses at Chelsea Beach. Richard Newell of West Newbury was declared elected to the General Court for the second Essex district.

Bates Winchester Flanders Haverhill Board of Water Commissioners Bradley Boston Robinson Gloucester Senate Committee On Metropolitan Affairs W. T. A. Fitzgerald Sullivan South Boston Osgood Hopedale Porter Lynn Harrington Charlestown R. A. Soule New Bedford Fitzgerald Harringto Chelsea Beach Committee On Elections House Essex Richard Newell West Newbury Samuel F. Coffin

Conaty Among Likely Appointments for U S Sees

Rome reports the March 2 decision on coadjutors for the archbishops of St. Louis and Cincinnati has been postponed due to American objections. A new Los Angeles bishop may be chosen at the March 9 propaganda congregation. Monsignor Conaty of Catholic University is the leading candidate.

Rome St. Louis Cincinnati Congregation of the Propaganda America Los Angeles Monsignor Conaty Catholic University Washington, D. C

Wedding of Miss Alice V Brown and Gains A Westhaver

The marriage took place at 101 Brunswick Street Roxbury on Wednesday evening with Rev. A K MacLennan officiating. Miss Anna McKinnon served as bridesmaid and Mr Charles H Swimmer was best man. A supper and reception followed.

Alice V. Brown Gains A. Westhaver Brunswick Street Roxbury A. K. MacLennan Anna McKinnon Charles H. Swimmer

Sensational Developments Expected in Suit Against Lady Cook

London February 26. John Henry Wallace, former private secretary to Lady Francis Cook, sues for 50000 damages and 2500 slander in a suit claiming he performed detective work for her in 1897 and 1901 to prove Sir Francis’s supposed intrigue. He alleges she promised independence for life in return and that she never paid him. He further claims she accused him of attempting blackmail by spreading rumors about Sir Francis’s death.

Lady Cook J. H. Wallace London Francis Cook Tennie C. Claflin John Henry Wallace Wallace Sir Francis

Pledges of 13000 At Advent Convention

The mid winter Adventists convention closed with Rev. A C Johnson of Boston delivering The Spiritual Side of the Judgment Message. Delegates left convinced the Messiah’s approach was near and pledged nearly 13000 to fund Warren Street Church remodeling.

Adventists A. C. Johnson Boston Warren Street

Somerville Aldermen Debate City Finances And Fire Fines

Somerville aldermen debated the finance committee's proposed appropriations for the coming year into the early hours. The fire department call members fines ordinance failed by a die vote, and the report was postponed after Alderman Higgins raised an objection.

Somerville Finance Committee Alderman Higgins Fire Department

Fire department engineers face pay cut by mayor

Mayor Glines explains engineers in the fire department will have salaries cut from 1140 to 1040 to correct pay disparity with superior officers across fire companies, aiming for fairness within the department.

Glines

Cuticura Soap and Ointment Ad for Sore Hands

Sore hands find relief with Cuticura Soap in a strong lather and Cuticura Ointment as a daily emollient. Suggests dry hands wear loose gloves or soft linen at night and notes effectiveness on red rough chapped, fissured, itching palms and painful fingertips. Sold worldwide.

Duffy’s Malt Whiskey Endorsed by Doctors for Grip Cure

Dr Willard H Morse a renowned therapeutist cites Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey as the absolute cure for grip saying it builds up the system and prevents after-effects. A Burlington physician reports avoiding grip this winter after moderate use and notes benefits to his wife. A sister with throat and lung trouble praised the product after doctors deemed her case incurable consumption.

Duffy Willard H. Morse Burlington, Vt A. A. Young Mer Young's Information Agency

Valent ine K Nickerson Arrest Shocks Dorchester Set

A sensational arrest in Dorchester involves Valentine K Nickerson of Savin Hill Avenue and his wife’s closest friend, causing a stir among the local social circle. The case concerns a plot or affair surrounding the elopement theme referenced in the coverage.

Dorchester Valentine K. Nickerson Savin Hill Avenue Kelley Harwichport

Elopement Sparks Arrest in Dedham Case

Miss Ellen J. Fleming and Nickerson faced charges after a reported elopement on January 7. Nickerson left his wife and 4-year-old child, with Catherine G. Nickerson pressing the case and T. H. Higham, manager of the Massachusetts Secret Service, involved in the arrest.

Chum Ellen J. Fleming Dedham Nickerson Catherine G. Nickerson T. H. Higham Massachusetts

Ellen J Fleming Accused of Breaking Up Home

Mrs V K Nickerson accuses Ellen J Fleming of causing a family split. Detectives traced the couple to Dedham where the husband managed Scarry's stables. They were arraigned. Fleming jailed for two months. Nickerson held for grand jury in eight hundred dollars bail.

L’estrange Ellen J. Fleming V. K. Nickerson

Startling Ferocity of Ohio Robbers in Toledo

Eight masked robbers battered in doors at the Joehlin home two miles from Toledo. They beat and bound the family, damaged the paralytic Christian Joehlin, demanded 20000 dollars, searched the house, and stole 300 dollars cash and jewelry. They drank wine, ate a meal, and left at 4 am after threatening to return for the money.

Toledo Christian Joehlin Jacob Joehlin John Anderson Joseph Joehlin Joehlins

Faulkner Hospital Opened for Public Inspection

The Faulkner hospital in West Roxbury at Centre and Allendale streets opened for public inspection yesterday. Dr Rowe, superintendent of City Hospital, praised the site saying no city hospital can compare with it and that it is excellent in every respect.

Faulkner Hospital George Faulkner Abby S. A. Faulkner Centre Allendale Streets

C N Jordan Dies Sudden in New York

Conrad N Jordan assistant treasurer of the United States at the sub treasury in New York died today at his West End avenue residence from the grip.

New York Conrad N. Jordan United States Sub-Treasury West End Avenue Grip

Belden Put in Charge of Harvard Dining Association

Co. F. D. Belden secretary of Harvard Law School was yesterday elected president of the Harvard Dining Association.

Belden F. D. Belden Harvard Law School Harvard Dining Association

Unknown man found unconscious on Commercial Street

An man about 30 years old was found on the sidewalk in front of 334 Commercial street early yesterday. He suffered paralysis and a fractured skull, was taken to the Relief station, operated on, and died yesterday afternoon.

Commercial Street

Woman Pleads for Justice After Family Tragedy

In a statements to a Post reporter a woman recounts losing husband and child, selling rings and furniture due to poverty after an alleged separation caused by Ellen Fleming. She appeals for the judge to punish him as hard as possible.

Post Ellen Fleming

Cambridge militia banquet features Theodore Roosevelt toast

The Wolcott Rifles of Cambridge held a banquet with Captain Cutler as toastmaster. William H. Lewis toasted Theodore Roosevelt as president and leader of the country. Mayor McNamee did not attend after declining a prior invitation and misunderstanding with the company.

Wolcott Rifles Eighth Regiment Cambridge Charles H. Cutler James J. Myers Commonwealth United States William H. Lewis Colonel Pew John W. Coveney Cambridge Board of Aldermen Apsey Lewis Army United States of America Theodore Roosevelt Metropolis Western Plains McNamee

Fitzpatrick Resting Comfortably at West End Home

Late last night reports indicate John B. Fitzpatrick is ill but resting peacefully at his West End residence. The update notes his condition as stable and comfortable.

East Cambridge Irish League Holds First Branch Meeting

East Cambridge hosts the United Irish League's East Cambridge branch in Grand Army Hall. Temporary officers are James J. Barrett president J. J. Hurley treasurer Maurice J. Harrington secretary. Local speakers plan to boost the Irish national defence fund collection.

East Cambridge United Irish League Joseph Devlin Grand Army Hall Cambridge Third Streets James J. Barrett J. J. Hurley Maurice J. Harrington Sundiay Irish National Defence Fund

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