Big Bill Kelcher details fake faro scheme in Boston and New York
Kelcher confirms his ties to Coleman and the fake faro racket led by Martin Walsh. He claims Walsh claimed to secure funds and involved prominent figures, including a Boston judge, in a long running embezzlement scheme with installments, losses, and plans to hide money before the bank failure in 1910.
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Big Bill
New York
Martin Walsh
Walsh
Kelcher
Coleman
Boston
Bell Telephone
George
F. L. Draper
Draper
Beacon
Charles Streets
Jack Leonard
Charlestown
Bay State
Chicago
Court House
The
Somerset
Judson Keith
the Somerset
Jonsa
Vanderbilts
Gates
Massachusetts
John W
Buffalo
Iroquois Hotel
Back Bay
South Station
Essex Hotel
Washington
Lords Vote Down Home Rule Bill
London January 30 after four days of debate the House of Lords rejected the home rule bill by 326 to 69. The speeches drew little interest with Earl of Halsbury noting the peers could discuss but could not halt the bill’s passage into law.
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London
House of Lords
Earl of Halsbury
Lords Debate on Home Rule Fails to Spark Emotions
The House of Lords, filled with peers and jeweled salon visitors, heard Lord Lansdowne and Lord Morley of Blackburn spar over Irish Home Rule. Morley noted the lack of ferocity seen in 1893 as he rebutted Lansdowne’s warning of England facing trouble abroad. He cited Lansdowne’s land policy offering Ireland two hundred million pounds as a counterpoint.
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Lord Lansdowne
Lord Morley
Blackburn
Mr. Gladstone
Ireland
England
Ring Stolen at Hotel Touraine Worth $1800
Mr. Rice reports a large $1800 ring stolen from a hotel Touraine suite. He offers a $500 reward for its return and urges honesty, noting the ring’s conspicuous size and value may deter disposal. Hotel officials and local police assist in the investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Touraine
Mr. Rice
House
Kelcher recounts vast gambling scheme and hidden funds
Kelcher describes a widespread cons scheme used to drain money from bankers, moneylenders, a Harvard graduate, and a politician. He cites thousands hidden in a safe deposit vault near Boston, with the custodian unnamed awaiting a civil suit. The talk labels Marshall as an alias used by the operative.
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Kelcher
Walsh
Boston
New York
Harvard
Marshall
Supple Hosts Choir and Teachers Banquet at Roxbury Church
The Sunday school choir and teachers of Saint John's Church Roxbury were guests of Pastor Mer Suppla at a banquet in the school hall on Dove Street. About 150 attended. Guest of honor was Pio de Luca from the Cathedral choir. Br J Ellingsworth, organist and choir director, presented a musical program. Dancing lasted until 1 AM.
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Saint John’s Church
Roxbury
Mer. Suppla
Dove Street
Pio de Luca
Br. J. Ellingsworth
Voice Huskyft Throat Soret Try Red Cross
Fragmentary note appears to discuss throat care products and cough drops, mentioning Red Cross and a trial or sample with unclear details. No clear event or outcome is stated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Hay's Hair Health advertised as hair color restorer
An advertisement promises one application restores color to gray or faded hair and combats dandruff. It claims quick results, safe use, and appealing hair, with a money back guarantee after a fair trial. A free offer includes HARFINA SOAP with purchases of Hay's Hair Health at discounted prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hay
Ree
Tona Vita Promises Fresh Air Relief in Boston
Testimony from John Fitzgerald of 14 Pay Street Cambridge Boston praises Tona Vita for rapid improvement after first dose. Experts warn about nervous debility leading to organ troubles and describe Tona Vita as strengthening the nervous system like fresh air and rest, aiding recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Fitzgerald
14 Pay Street
Cambridge
Boston
Fitzgerald
Boy recovers after Cuticura treatment for severe scalp disease
A Boston reader describes a boy eight who suffered widespread itching baldness skin crusting and eye inflammation. After two months of Cuticura Soap and Ointment the child improved fully. The ad promotes Cuticura products with a free Skin Book offer and sample mailings.
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Columbus Ave
Suite 2
Boston
Maas
Nellie A. Stith
Cuticura
Dept. T. Boston
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Bengall
Blue Steel
Comfort
Wade & Butcher
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Ulster
Mgr. Supple
Ginter CO. Wines & Liquor
Hunter
Hermitage
Old
Crow
Wilson Whisky
Kent’y Taylor
Vernon
Mentor
Actor
Bc O
Lords of Eng
Dewar
Coten
Wm. Jameson
Dutty
Aquinas
Banquet
Calif
Port Vazecsa
Union St
Col. Elm Tiany
Washington Sutow
Haymark Square
Duffy
Duffy Malt Whiskey Co
Rochester
N. Y
MT. Clemens
Hot Springs
A. F. Schafer
Paul Ehrlich
George W. Galvin
M. D
Boston Emergency Hospital
Mensington Ave
Mass
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