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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1897
Page
2
Long Island City police recovered a bundle from the East River near Ravenswood the day before, containing rags believed to be parts of garments. They suspect a link to the Guldensuppe mystery and report that some persons left traces at the scene though no clear head was found.
Detectives depart concealing their findings and warn all they met not to speak to press as they pursue Martin Thorn aka Martin Torsewski. An active alert describes Thorn as a 33 to 34 year old barber from Posen with German accent, 5 ft 9 in, 155 pounds, blue gray eyes, thick curled mustache, scar on forehead, red neck blotches, wearing a dark blue suit and russet shoes.
Police linked a bloodstained bundle found near Woodmere Long Island to a suspected murder scene. Coroner and detectives examined a bathroom drain, floor stains, and an outhouse vault while Mrs. Augusta Nack remained in Jefferson Market Prison under tight watch.
Describes Mrs. Nack in detail, noting a calm, clean appearance and a composed, middle-aged profile. The piece emphasizes her general unknown status despite being the city’s most-talked-about figure, with emphasis on facial features, cleanliness, and restrained expressions. It ends hinting at a charge unknown to observers.
Large crowds flooded Franklin Park Marine Park and Castle Island shorelines as sunny skies returned after a cool morning. Bands played at Tower’s Band tent while rides ferried visitors, vendors struggled to serve the swell, and police kept order as surface work neared completion on grounds and sidewalks.
The season begins at Point of Pines with a standout concert by the Lynn Cadet Band in the afternoon and evening. A sizable crowd gathered, meeting the hopes of pleasure seekers for entertainment.
Hartford July 4 The Independence Day reopening of Charter Oak Park features a 6000 purse pacing by John R. Gentry Star Pointer and Frank Rgan with bets reported at 500 on Gentry versus Star Pointer. Over 60 000 expected to witness the two heat race with a 2 minute mark anticipated on an improved faster track 80 yards.
Mrs. Mary Adams and her daughter Miss Louise Adams of 194 Dorchester street were struck by a bicycle rider Morris G. Everett of 19 Thomas Park at 10 30 yesterday morning. Mrs Adams suffered severe injuries to her side while Miss Adams had minor hurts. They were attended by Dr. Cornish and driven home in a carriage.
Otto Haffenreffer, 15, son of Rudolph F. Haffenreffer, was badly injured yesterday afternoon when his bicycle veered into a stone near Jamaica Pond. He sustained a fracture above the left knee and was rushed home by carriage where the family physician was summoned.
The Overlook in Franklin Park hosts a large Boston crowd with band concerts and picnics beneath trees. Jamaica Pond boatmen report solid business while Nahant and Bass Point beaches fill with thousands. Public Garden benches fill early as crowds seek heat relief and leisure.
Crowds flocked to Nantasket Beach for Fourth of July festivities despite early fog. The Myles Standish Band fueled the afternoon crowd with a large beach turnout, oceanside diners, clam bakes, and packed pavilions. Bicycles and club trips hint at July 11–17 LA W meet. two new NYNH electric cars impressed riders. About 800 Hibernians and St Patrick’s Brass Band joined picnics at Strawberry Hill before returning home. Preparations suggest a big crowd today if weather holds.
Charles Carr of Haverhill was thrown from his bicycle while descending Cemetery Hill in Amesbury this afternoon and sustained severe internal injuries. Though hope for recovery was slim, some slight hopes remained.
Fully 10 000 people thronged Crescent Beach yesterday afternoon and evening to enjoy a few hours outing and drink in the exhilarating atmosphere of this well known resort. The season is backward and summer vacationists have not yet begun to leave the city for the season, favoring beaches near the Hub.
Ri leCT .S. Park presents a grand bicycle program with 1 mile open race for $150 purse and a 3 mile tandem handicap featuring top teams like the Butler Bros and Callahan & Walsh for $300. A 1 mile handicap with 21 entries, amateur events, and a special grand pursuit follow. Star riders Sesna and Jimmy Michael scheduled with a $2500 exhibition ride by Sesna. Admission 50 cents. reserved seats at Heard's. park opens with band concerts at 2:00 2:30 and 8:00.
Oak Island Grove looked busy and pleasant as numerous picnickers gathered, chiefly women and children from St. Vincent's Church, South Boston. Tyler's Boston Band played to ease the crowd as they rested in the shaded trees.
Beachmont draws many from the city as the Revere Yacht Club hosts visitors for club races this afternoon at 2 30. Lillian, owned by Commodore Kerns, is favored in the first class for boats 21 to 29 feet on the ten mile triangular course. Second class boats 15 to 21 feet sail ten miles with a slight variation. The club also serves a Fourth of July breakfast for town children.
Yesterday proved the busiest day of the season at Winthrop Beach with fog clearing into a continuous parade of pedestrians, fine turnout, and many bicyclists. The Winthrop Yacht Club teased Lyman Mistam of the Almira with a large canvas sign reading My big rig, as his yacht sparked club chatter. The New Winthrop opening hop is planned for Wednesday under Carl P. Cubberly and aides, with musicals and literary entertainments on Tuesdays and Fridays. Open-air praise services began on the beach near Young’s Hotel led by Rev. Blackett and Rev. Truslow, continuing Sundays at 4 pm until September. Leighton House’s opening hop is set for the 18th under Frank F. Allen, aiming for a lively event. More than forty guests booked rooms at Young’s in the past week, though the opening dance is postponed.
Postmaster George E. Meigs died at his Guilford home from peritonitis after a brief illness. He was 62 and had been appointed postmaster during President Cleveland s last administration.
An advertisement extols Williams Root Beer Extract as a wholesome product that strengthens the digestive system and promotes overall health at a trifling cost, arguing that the love of money should yield to love for this delicious cordial.
Mrs Hattie F Woodward a widow about 60 was found dead in her Greenville New Hampshire home with a throat wound and a nearby revolver. Police suspect murder linked to farmhand Joseph Barres who recently worked nearby and vanished after the time of death. An autopsy supported homicide findings.
In Paterson New Jersey Dr Abram Wessler reports his whole family sick after breakfast. His daughter Jennie 14 and wife and children Herman 8 and Reuben 4 fell ill with convulsions. Dr Wessler also stricken. Reuben not expected to live. Cages diagnosed as arsenical poisoning.
Cyclists celebrated the Fourth with park gatherings and country rides. Many clubs reinforced to Mt Wachusett, reaching late afternoon summit tired. Parks and beaches drew crowds, Nahant trips popular for sea breezes, crowds thronged Long Cove Woods as city races awaitedrestrictions.
New Bedford celebrates its 50th city anniversary October 10 to 14 with a bicycle carnival on October 11 featuring a monster parade and races on Point Road. About 12,000 wheelmen are expected, with $2000 in prizes for a 100 mile pro race July 17 at Waltham. Tom Barnaby of East Boston tops entries, and national meet plans offer a one fare round trip Aug 3 to 9 from east of St. Louis.
The Park Department L A 7576 was reorganized yesterday by District 30 K of L officers. Elected for six months were master workman Patrick McKenzie, worthy foreman James J Clark, recording secretary Daniel Connolly, financial secretary Patrick Owens, treasurer John Healey, statistician Peter Mullen, worthy inspector Patrick Canny, almoner John Welch. Delegates to District Assembly 30 were James J Clark, Peter Mullen, Patrick McKenzie. Ten new members admitted. Annual picnic arrangements set for Highland Lake Grove Walpole on July 2 and tickets have sold well.
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