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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1894

Page

8

Prisoner Held for August Grand Jury in Conley Murder

Henry Kane remains in jail awaiting the August grand jury after witnesses testified he struck Daniel Conley on June 25 in Alden Street near Court, causing a fatal skull fracture. Medical examiner Draper reported the skull fracture and fatal brain injury from the blow.

Municipal Criminal Court Henry Kane Daniel Conley Brown Conley Kane Alden J. B. Bates George Goulard Richard L. Powers 151 Court Street Thomas F. Supple Orland B. Tallie Peter Connelly William Pond George T. Dyer James Griffin William F. Go Goulard Draper City Hospital E. Thompson Hotel Royal

Captain Cain Clears Tenderloin as Police Crackdown Hits

Captain Cain and Captain Watts lead a broad crackdown across Boston divisions to purge loafers and outlaw venues. Arrests mount in Division 32 West End, with divisions 1 3 and 5 enforcing new rules while remaining pockets of resistance are silenced or closed.

Martin Boston Pemberton Square Tenderloin Thusar Cain West Watts West End Pitts Stamford Leverett Philadelphia Division 3 Indiana Place Foster Division 5

Wild Flowers of America creates sensation in New York

A dazzling new portfolio titled Wild Flowers of America from G. H. Buck & Co. captivates botanists, artists, educators, and nabbed patrons across circles. Editions sold out quickly, with early coupons in Boston Post and Sunday Post.

New York the Post America Wild Flowers of America G. H. Buck & Co Boston Post Sunday Post

Short Measure Arrests In Salem For Potatoes

Salem July 6 John Healey Edward Welch and A T Kent of Lynn were arrested in Salem on the charge of selling potatoes under short measure. They are employed by a produce dealer.

Salem John Healey Edward Welch A. T. Kent Lynn

Railroad Enlisting to Replac e Striking Workers

The Wabash Railroad hires any available men along the line to cover for striking employees. Agent J B McBeath and a Chicago helper recruited about fifty men, claiming competent engineers and firemen, none affiliated with unions. Workers will be dispatched along the line as orders come in, with guaranteed steady work despite the strike. The office at 299 Washington Street stays open daily to reach 7560 men needed to run the road, and more agents search the unemployed.

Wabash J. B. McBeath Chicago Washington Street

Hibernians Hold Unanimous Rollover of Boston Division Officers

An extraordinary meeting of Division 1 A O H Boston last evening in Hibernian Hall Hanover street kept the old officers in place led by President Andrew Trahey. The gathering featured remarks by county delegates and a gift of a gold watch to Trahey while a late night entertainment included songs and stories.

Division 1 Boston Hibernian Hall Hanover Street Andrew Trahey John B. O'Doherty Denis B. McLaughlin William J. Meagher James D. O’doherty John O’halloran Michael J. O’flanagan James Slane Edward McDonnell John A. Ryan Michael Harkins Patrick Lally Bernard O'Donnell Roger Gill John O'Doherty James McGonagle Aodh MacGarghamhna Hibernians John Dolan William J. Cronin David C. Finlay Chelsea Patrick McManus Warren Guards James J. O'Shea Trahey Messrs Finlay Cronin Cotter Connolly O'Shea Falvey O'Doherty Dolan Ryan O’higgins McManus

Trotting Meet Closes in Lexington Kentucky

The Kentucky Trotting Horse Breeders Association mid summer meeting ended with exciting races. In the 2:21 class trotting for a $400 purse Emma a won, Rose Turner placed second, Isabel third, with a best time of 2 17 ¼. In the 2:30 class trotting for $400 Helen Leyburn won, Morgan Wilkes was second, Hard Tack third, best time 2 28 ¼. A two year old consolation raced for $200 with Scourine first, Ruth Wilkes second, Valeria third, best time 2 23 ½.

Lexington Kentucky Trotting Horse Breeders’ Association Emma A Rose Turner Isabel Helen Leyburn Morgan Wilkes Hard Tack Scourine Ruth Wilkes Valeria

Clinton Lancaster Athletic Meet Set at Driving Park

The second open handicap meet of the Clinton Lancaster Athletic Association will be held at Clinton Lancaster Driving Park on Saturday August 4. Events include handicapped 100 and 440 yard dashes 830 yard dash 1 mile run 220 yard hurdle 1 mile bicycle pole vault high jump and several scratch races. A team race between Worcester A C and Clinton Lancaster Athletic Association is a featured event. Entries close July 25 with O L Store 6 Pearl Street and require 50 cents per event.

Clinton-Lancaster Athletic Association Clinton-Lancaster Worcester A. C Clinton-Lanecaster Athletic Association Mr. O. L Pearl Street

William J Stetson Funeral Held in Malden

The funeral of William J Stetson, a longtime Malden resident, was conducted this afternoon at his home 20 Holden street by Rev H O Hiscox of the First Baptist Church. A male quartet led by Edward Tufts sang and interment followed at Woodlawn.

Malden William J. Stetson Holden Street H. O. Hiscox First Baptist Church Edward Tufts Woodlawn

Bonds of Lynn Press Sold at Public Auction

In Lynn on July 6 bonds originally issued for 15000 dollars were sold at public auction. George N. Nichols bought the bonds for 599 dollars and is an assignee of the press. He plans to operate the newspaper going forward.

Lynn Lynn Press George N. Nichols Nichols

Wrestling in London Liverpool match for world title

Cannon and MacInerry wrestled in Liverpool for 100 pounds and the world championship. MacInerry won two falls to one in the best of three.

London Cannon MacInerry Liverpool McInerry

Cold day at Franklin Park ends with controversial placings

At Franklin Park Saugus spectators weathered cold winds as Edith H. wins both heats and the 2 16 trot with Lady Logan blamed for a disputed second in Thursdays heat. Edith H. dominates the 2 16 pacing class and Charley B. sweeps the 2 16 trotting heats. Purity Wilkes and Judge Austin split money while Jim Corbett and Maud Elenah take 2:16 pacing shares.

Old Franklin Park Saugus Abeto Lady Logan Donne Edith H Jesse Hanson Jesse Hanson Purity Wilkes Charley B Sabatia Chapman Ham” Brock Jim Corbett Charley P Maud Elenah Austin Woolsey Abbess fTenbelt H. Urland Kentucky Star B. G Sheridan Enzo Turney Deucalion Nutbourne i B. i Bowen Eae Guess Robert Gr. i Miller Alana Ewe Purity Wilkes Golden Es Sabina M.m Deine Charley Dan Brown Unutrac Parbe Eeeewees Arley A Errill Caemeedeaasese Im Ett Johnson Esesae Brown Titer

Youth Held In Bicyclist Larceny Case In City Home

Nelson Warren aged 14 of 2 Newman block was taken into custody by Division 4 for allegedly stealing a bicycle sweater cap and belt worth 70 dollars from Josephine Morandotti who shares the same residence. The property has been recovered.

Nelson Warren Newman Block Division 4 Josephine Morandotti

Boy Aged 3% Allegedly Falls From Freight Train

Andrew Dunn of Marlboro, about nine last night, is said to have been trying to ride a Boston and Albany freight train when a train hand pushed him from the cars near Allston. The moving train caused severe injuries including bruises and a deep wound under the chin. Dr Haines treated him at Brighton police station before he was sent home.

Andrew Dunn Marlboro Boston

Malden liquor cases disposed in district court

In Malden on July 6 the district court disposed of liquor exposure and keeping cases. Austin C. Willey: first offense 50 dollars, second 100 dollars and three months in the House of Correction. Thomas Finnegan: 100 dollars and three months. William Finley: 50 dollars. John Conway discharged. John H. Taylor continued to July 18. Thomas McGovern set for July 20. Witness Charles Law claimed part of the liquor seized and may face complaint for exposing and keeping.

Malden Austin C. Willey House of Correction Thomas Finnegan William Finley John Conway John H. Taylor Thomas McGovern Willey Charles Law

Gardener Andrew Golden Found Dead in Malden Home

Andrew Golden a 40 year old gardener was found dead in his Yankee Village residence in Kautbach's block. He was heard groaning before being discovered and Dr McCarthy arrived too late. Durrell Medical Examiner Somerville suggested heart trouble as the probable cause. The body was taken to Undertaker Jacobs's rooms.

Malden Andrew Golden Kautbach Yankee Village Cc. D. McCarthy Jacobs Durrell Somerville

Canfield Indicted for Refusal to Testify Before Lexow Panel

Richard A Canfield, proprietor of a West Twenty-sixth street gaming house, was indicted for misdemeanor after refusing to testify before the Lexow committee. He surrendered in Providence, pleaded not guilty, and posted 1000 dollars bail in cash before Judge Martine. He offered no statement about the case.

New York Richard A. Canfield Lexow Committee Canfield West Twenty-sixth Street Providence Martine

Marble Fractures Leg After Ball Game Accident

Frank E. Marble superintendent of the Massachusetts Temperance Home in Lynn broke his left leg in Pranker's Grove Saugus while playing ball with friends. He was taken to Lynn Hospital for treatment.

Lynn Frank E. Marble Massachusetts Temperance Home Pranker’s Grove Saugus Lynn Hospital

Rita Battles Falls At Hotel Moore Breaks Leg In Accident

Rita Battles, a young daughter of Mr. M. R. Battles, fell down stairs while playing at Hotel Moore on Moore Street Cambridge. She broke her leg and sustained internal injuries. She was taken to a hospital and the cause remains unknown.

Rita Battles M. R. Battles

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