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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1904

Page

2

Democratic contest to select delegates to national convention

The Democratic State convention faces a lively battle to choose four delegates at large and two from each congressional district for the national convention. About 20 candidates seek the four at large posts. Williams supporters plan a strong fight to back a Dedham statesman for the national delegation, while opposition to Williams arises. The national committee will pick a convention site this week, then the state committee will schedule the state gathering.

Williams Dedham Statesman Bay State Democratic National Committee State Committee

Golden 5 remedy promises secret cure for drunks

A missive claims Golden 5 cures the drink habit secretly by adding the remedy to food or beverages. It asserts rapid, unaided sobriety for husbands and fathers, urges women to request free samples, and promises ongoing results after early successes, urging immediate action.

Death of Col Hugh Cochrane at Hotel Tudor

Colonel Hugh Cochrane dies at his apartments in the Hotel Tudor after a long career as head of the Cochrane Chemical Company He leaves a daughter Mrs Richard Sears and a large circle of friends and relatives His wedding gift to his daughter was 10000 a year for life He owned valuable real estate and built a summer residence at Manchester by the Sea for his daughter His death prompts mourning among the social set including nieces and relatives listed in the notice

Hugh Cochrane Hotel Tudor Colonel Cochrane Alexander Cochrane Commonwealth Avenue Cochrane Chemical’Company Richard D. Sears Gloucester Street Nellie Cochrane Manchester-by-the-Sea Smart Lindsley Loring Dedham Howard G. Cushing Brookline Daniel Fearing, Jr William Forbes F. Douglas Cochrane A. Lynde -Cochrane

Revolutionary Relics Left to Historians in Wills

In Plymouth on January 11 two wills were filed in the Probate Court. Public bequests include Revolutionary relics given to the Massachusetts and Old Colony Historical Societies by the late William Appleton Thomas. The sword and silver pistol of General John Thomas go to the former society, and General Thomas books and papers go to the latter. Miss Sarah B. Sampson’s will provides for bequests to missionary societies.

Plymouth Massachusetts Old Colony Historical Societies William Appleton Thomas John Thomas Mr. Thomas General Thomas Sarah B. Sampson

Black Diamond Strikes Wreck of Dredge General Poe

While inbound yesterday, tug Lehigh towing barge Flack Diamond struck the wreck of the gunken dredge General Poe, tearing away part of the starboard rail but causing no serious damage. The barge is not leaking and now lies at its discharging berth at the South End.

Lehigh

Coffee versus Postum Helps Miners’ Health

A miner and his son, longtime coffee drinkers, report improved health after switching to Postum. They describe migraines, breathing difficulty, constipation, and sleep issues tied to coffee, then credit Postum with restoring wellness. The testimonial urges coffee drinkers to try Postum and mentions a booklet titled The Road to Wellville.

Committees Clash At State House

The House debated the rival powers of the new employers and labor committees. Ipswich’s Schofield argued for joint reference of Rawsden’s picketing bill, while Lexington’s Stone praised the debate as a sign the House is ready for business.

Stone Lexington Ipswich Schofield House Committee On Employers and Employees Committee On Labor House of Representatives Yesteray Labor Committee Frothingham Rawsden Jones Cole Andovér Bell Bamford Brockton New Organized Labor Bates Marvell Rockland Wallace Fitchburg T Will

Pius X Outlines Labor and Capital Principles

A Washington dispatch reports Pope Pius X has adopted Leo XIII encyclicals as rules guiding labor and capital relations. Proletariat obligations include fair work, nonviolence, and respect for masters property. Capitalists must pay just wages, avoid violence or fraud, and support family life. Promote mutual aid societies and trade associations to aid the needy.

Washington Mgr. Falconio Pius X Leo XIII

Elderly Man Struck by East Boston Car at Canton and Washington

Last evening about 6 30 o clock inward bound East Boston car No 228 struck Richard Reilly of 1489 Washington street at the corner of Canton and Washington streets. Reilly was thrown against the front gearing of the car but was affected only by the shocks of his fall.

Boston Richard Reilly Washington Street Canton and Washington Streets Reilly

Italian Girl Weds Lover Despite Her Brother

Angelina Catalano, daughter of Giovanni Catalano of Cassano Tripino, married Alfonso Ciambelli yesterday at Justice of the Peace James O. Falcon's office after outwitting her brother who opposed the match. The wedding followed a two month plan, with Ciambelli waiting at 294 Hanover Street for the ceremony. They will honeymoon in New York before setting up housekeeping on Hanover Street.

Angelina Catalano Alfonso Ciambelli James O. Falcon Giovanni Catalano Cassano-Tripino Italy Blackstone Street Clambelli Hanover Street

American Rural Life at Natick Concert Hall

The Natick dramatic class of Division 27 AOE presents the picturesque story American Rural Life tomorrow evening in Concert Hall Natick. Cast includes T. F. Williams John P. Finn Frank Lupien L J Brannigan D L Cole and John Gon with M Davis Jah Cormier Sarah Sweeney Alice Joveney May Doherty and Lizzie Gavin assisting. Directed by E M Sheedy. Ticket returns indicate a large audience from Natick and nearby areas.

Concert Hall Natick T. F. Williams John P. Finn Frank Lupien D. L. Cole John Gon Jah Cormier Sarah Sweeney Alice Joveney May Doherty Lizzie Gavin E. M. Sheedy

Trinity Court M C C F Installs Officers in Public Ceremony

Holy Trinity Court 51 of the Massachusetts Catholic Order of Foresters installed its officers in Deacon Hall last evening before more than 400 attendees. Newly installed officers include Co R Philip Brenner V C R August Gore R & Joseph F Ripp F S Frank J Holderied T Joseph C Schneiderhan 8S C Edward Fein J Harry L Martis I S John H Schultz OO S John F Gehring trustees Nicholas Scheff Tobias Kleuber Adam Lorenz.

Holy Trinity Court Massachusetts Catholic Order of Foresters Deacon Hall Co. R Philip Brenner August Gore Joseph F. Ripp F. S Frank J. Holderied Joseph C. Schneiderhan Edward Fein Harry L. Martis I. S John H. Schultz OO. S John F. Gehring Nicholas Scheff Tobias Kleuber Adam Lorenz

Foot Bridge Urged To Link North Station And The L

In the 35th annual report the railroad commissioners urge a footbridge to connect North station with the L line. They propose a temporary connection at once, noting delays and shifting responsibility to the L regarding large outlays for temporary use. The report calls for better enforcement of the rule to slow for approaching stations to prevent fatal accidents and hints at future permanent station changes.

General Court Boston & Maine Raiilway

Guaranteed Care for a Piles Story

A damaged OCR item promises guaranteed care within 6 to 14 days. The fragmentary text suggests a medical service or remedy claim with unspecified provider and location.

Connelly Girl Tries Suicide by Wood Alcohol

Elizabeth Connelly a 21 year old lodger in Mrs Doyle’s house at 6 Malden street attempted to end her life by drinking wood alcohol. She was rushed to City Hospital where doctors reported her condition improving though fragile. Mrs Doyle denied rumors of a love disappointment and said Lizzie had grown morose and feared she was a burden to her caretaker.

Elizabeth Connelly Mrs. Doyle Malden Street City Hospital Lizzie

Republicans All at Sea Over City Committee Leader

Boston Republicans are wrangling over a president for the city committee as factions seek to capture the organization for Sheriff Fred H. Seavey. Sheriff office staff have been guiding members toward a preferred candidate, fearing Democrats will nominate a straight county ticket. The committee must organize in January, with Bolton Morse and Tinkham allies lobbying for their favored men.

Boston Dr. Pierce Fred H. Seavey Sheriff’s Office Bolton Morse Tinkham

Everett City Council Committees listed for the new year

Everett city council branches announced committees with key chair members for finance and appropriations includes Marshall Chambers and Sears while others cover assessments and taxes health and burial grounds building inspections police and fire streets sewers and water with named aldermen Currier Harvey Bears Chambers Atkins Leighton McLean Harding and more across both branches.

Everett Hvorestt Marshall Chambers Sears Card Bowman McCausland Lane Currier Harvey Atkins Russell Bears Power McLean Harding Bearce Leighton Bean Sellers Furness Searle Harvey and Catlin Rogers Lange

Clyde Line Plans Fresh Effort to Raise Kiowa

Clyde Line Steamship Co says weather permitting will mount another attempt to raise the sunken Kiowa, which lies off Hull near Point Allen or Al lerton and threatens breakup if northeast winds shift. No work is underway now but a new salvage effort will be launched when feasible.

Clyde Line Steamship Company Admiral Dewey Hull Point Allerton

Central Street Cafe Robbed in Morning Break-In

Warren T Leach's lunch room at 14 Central Street was found turned upside down after a robbery yesterday. Missing items include six dollars from a Salvation Army collection box, several cigar boxes, and two ticket punches. Local police investigating the break-in.

Warren T. Leach Central’street Salvation Army

Women’s Club Corporate Officers Elected at Woolson Hall

At Woolson Hall the Women’s Clubhouse Corporation stockholders met yesterday and elected officers including Treasurer Harriette L Reed and Clerk K M Thayer. The treasurer reported receipts 70060.32 and expenditures 67916.90 for the year with 2143.42 on hand at year start. The New Century building yielded two 2 percent semiannual dividends and mortgage debt was reduced. property valued around 275000.

Women’s Clubhouse Corporation Woolson Hall Harriette L. Reed K. M. Thayer Clara P. Bigelow Emily J. Burbank Louisa Busell M. Ida Converse Lydia A. Cooper Mary F. Cushing M. B. Dinsmore Harriett L. Kimball Isabella A. Potter Susan M. Risteen Emeline M. Sprague Electa N. L. Walton M. Hamlin Hall

Dr Shoop Restorative Offer Promises Cures for Sick

A mid century style ad offers Dr Shoop Restorative with a money back risk. It claims to strengthen nerves and restore weak organs by giving six bottles via a local druggist for five dollars and fifty cents if successful, otherwise billed to the promoter. It urges sending a postal card with a name to receive a trial.

Shogo Bill Shoop Sie bin Wen Figerie Wis

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