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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1904

Page

4

Representative Good pushes curbs on truants arrest law

Boston legislator Jeremiah J. Good seeks to limit truancy sentences to one year and expose alleged cases of parents being deprived of knowledge of their children's whereabouts. He cites a Roxbury case of a dying mother denied access to her son and a boy allegedly “legally kidnapped” by a New Hampshire farmer with official sanction. He plans to introduce the bill Monday and present the boy at the hearing.

Jeremiah J. Good Boston New Hampshire Good Barnum Roxbury Supreme Superior Aylward Cambridge Commonwealth

Blondin Case Sparks Dispute Over Confession

Wilfred Blondin, serving life for his wife’s murder in Charlestown State Prison, faces a dispute over whether he confessed. Two former lawyers clash as Jacques and Blondin deny any confession, Morrison claiming he has proof. Prison inquiry shows Morrison has not yet met Blondin to discuss the case.

Wilfred Blondin Charlestown Blondin the Post Jacques Morrison

Minister Buchanan to Return from Panama Mission

The State Department confirms American minister to Panama Mr. Buchanan will return to the United States in a few days from Colon. He leaves on private business as the stated reason for his departure.

Washington State Department of the Sport Buchanan Panama United States Colon

Mulcahy to report on safety of city halls soon

Building Commissioner Mulcahy said inspectors are examining conditions of about a hundred city halls to assess public safety and that the investigation's findings will be released in a week. He emphasized that no conclusions could be given until the report is submitted.

Mulcahy

Roxbury Couple Wed at St Josephs Church

A wedding in Roxbury united Mr Peter McGovern and Miss Susan Cox at St Josephs Church last evening. After the ceremony the couple returned to 12 Dennis street Roxbury for a wedding supper with many guests and a cheerful evening. Numerous beautiful presents were given to the couple by friends.

Roxbury Peter McGovern Susan Cox St. Joseph's Church Dennis Street

Young highwaymen get 10 to 15 years

Judge Bond yesterday sentenced Edwin Murphy and Martin Dunn to 10 years and not more than 13 with three days solitary confinement for highway robbery. George Thorpe was also brought before the court, with a plea for leniency, but denied. Murphy and Dunn robbed a Polish youth of $5 after inviting him home. they were arrested soon after. The judge condemned the growing robbery problem and noted the defendants’ West End affiliation.

Bond Edwin Murphy Martin Dunn George Thorpe Wolfe Reformatory Murphy Dunn Waltham West End

One Day's Doings on Beacon Hill

The Massachusetts Legislature discussed courthouse expansion with a three member special commission and proposed funding up to 1.2 million dollars. Other items include rules on foreign employment, separation of women prisoners, textile school investigations, five cent Chelsea fares, liquor law repeal for hotels, and gas pricing for East Boston and nearby towns.

Suffolk County Vinson Boston Bar Association Fall River Lowell New Bedford Bennett Saugus William H. Murphy Brighton

Munyon Rheumatism Cure Promises Quick Relief

The advertisement touts a Rheumatism Cure that allegedly heals pains in arms legs back and joints within one to three hours. It claims to neutralize acid, improve blood, and deliver a permanent cure for rheumatism sciatica lumbago and related pains. Also promoting Munyon's Paw-Paw discovery and Laxative Pills sold by druggists with prices.

National Lancers to Attend Old Guard Ball in New York

A large Boston and Massachusetts delegation from the National Lancers will travel to New York for the Old Guard Ball at the Metropolitan Opera House next Tuesday. The party will banquet at Murray Hill Hotel, wear new undress uniforms en route, and full dress for the ball, then visit the Old Guard at their armory and return to Boston on the Fall River boat the same night. The roster lists Captain F. T. Hitchcock and numerous officers and troopers.

Boston Massachusetts Old Guard Metropolitan Opera House New York National Lancers Murray Hill Lancers F. T. Hitchcock William Housman Geants W. G. Bird J. H. Blanchard J. Idwell J. S. Barrows F. R. Robinson C. B

Millionaire Favis Will Case Is Continued

The will of A. J. Favis, a Montana millionaire, was before Judge Grant in the Probate Court yesterday on the petition of H. A. Root and associates seeking removal of funds in the hands of J. H. Leyson, administrator, who is in Boston. Mrs. Eva Ingersoll, widow of the late Colonel Ingersoll, claiming a lien for professional services, opposed the petition. The court continued the matter until the administrator files his final account.

A. J. Favis Montana Grant H. A. Root J. H. Leyson Boston Eva Ingersoll Colonel Ingersoll

Street Car Colds Averted by Ourangerie Powders

Street car passengers find relief from chills and wet feet with Ourangerie powders promptly taken to offset discomfort.

Peruna-A Remedy Endorsed by Retired Lt Col Beckwith

A Washington, D. C. resident, Paul E. Beckwith, retired Lt Col, endorses the Peruna-A remedy for coughs and colds in a letter from 1503 Vermont Avenue. He writes of unqualified support from friends and commends the product as a system protector against winter catarrh.

Col. Beckwith Washington Paul E. Beckwith 1St Reg. Minute Vermont Avenue N. W Washington, D. C

Peruna Promoted as Specific Catarrh Remedy

Advertorial narrative explains two classes of catarrh medicines, specifics that cure and palliatives that only relieve. Peruna is cited as a specific that cures catarrh and related illnesses, with testimonial from F. W. Linden of Yazoo City, Mississippi, claiming complete restoration after use and notable weight gain. Readers are invited to write to Dr. Hartman in Columbus, Ohio for free advice.

F. W. Linden Yazoo City Miss Mr. Linden

Chinese Sailors Near Mutiny Aboard Quito in Boston

The crew of the British steamer Quito, 4830 tons nitrate from Jérmin Chile, shows mutinous mood after nine months at sea. Officers report they refuse photos, fear future criminal stigma, and are indignant at shore restrictions. Captain Shelton oversees a European crew as the ship endures heavy seas and snowbound decks. Memorial services for Rev. John Lindsay will be held at St Paul’s Church tomorrow.

Quito Cunard Boston Aso Australia South America United States Jérmin Chilli Shelton Bahia Montevideo St. Lucia Cape Hatteras John S& Lindsay D. D St. Paul’s Church

Prevent Headache Students Proclaim Dr Miles Pills Best Remedy

Students claim Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills not only cure headaches but if taken early will prevent an attack. They assert no remedy is as effective for headache prevention as Miles pills.

Miles

Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Sold by Dr Miles Co

Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills advertised for relief of any pain. No opiates, non laxative. Not sold in bulk. Sold on guarantee. 25 doses cost 25 cents. Available at all druggists. Dr Miles Medical Co.

DR. Miles Medical CO

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