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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1897

Page

9

Topeka Man Sues for 25000 Over Wife Found in San Francisco

A. G. Stacey of Topeka Kansas sues for $25,000 claiming his wife, a Sunflower State Christian Endeavor delegate, vanished after he found her embracing another man at Sutro baths. Stacey, who tracked delegates at the ferry landing, later helped escort his wife and their child to others before losing track of her again.

San Francisco A. G. Stacey Topeka Kan Christian Endeavor Sunflower State Stacey Kansas Cliff Case Mr. Stacey Mrs. Stacey

Edmund Burke Centenary Commemoration Report

The John Boyle O'Reilly Club marked Edmund Burke's death centenary with speeches by Hon. T. J. Gargan and Captain John C. Wyman. President A Shuman led remarks praising Burke as a defender of liberty, reform advocate, and mentor to Adam Smith, recounting his support for American colonial rights and caution against taxation.

Adam Smith Burke John C. Wyman John Boyle O’reilly Edmund Burke A. Shuman T. J. Gargan James Jeffrey Roche United States P. A. Collins John R. Murphy T. B. Fitzpatrick Thomas J. Gargan America American England

Brown tail moths blamed for new ivy like rashes in Somerville

Somerville residents suffer strange dis ease with reddening swelling arms. Officials identify brown tail moths as the poison source after gypsy moth workers found pupa near Malden Medford and Saugus woods. Daily cull reaches about 100000 by the commission.

Somerville Gypsy Moth Commission Commission Merville Nce Malden-Medford Saugus Woode

Orders for Oregon Sail to Sea Amid US Japan Strain

Captain Barker of the battleship Oregon received sudden orders to prepare for sea. After a Portland visit he planned to coal at Port Angeles, with potential voyage to Honolulu denied. He would not disclose the destination, saying only that the ship sails today.

Seattle Wash Japan United States Barker Oregon Portland Port Angeles Honolulu Concord

Wife seeks annulment after discovering husband is highway robber

Mrs Saira Collins, 19, of 110 Bradhurst Avenue, New York, files for an annulment in the Supreme Court after learning her husband Andrew B Collins is a convicted highway robber. He used the alias George Archer, toured theatres with the wife, and was convicted at Sing Sing after a January arrest.

New York Saira Collins Bradhurst Avenue Supreme Court Andrew Collins Chelsea Methodist Episcopal Church West Thirtieth Street West Thirty-fifth Street West Thirty-fourth Street Court of General Sessions Sing Sing George Archer

Promised To Marry Her Suit In New York Court

Miss Sara Schultz of Berlin says Mandel Shorr promised marriage after meeting in Berlin and again in New York. She claims he accepted, delayed wedding, then left for China. She says he gave rings and pins worth 600 and borrowed 30, seeking 25000 in damages.

New York Sara Schultz Rudolph Schultz Berlin Rhine Mandel Shorr Miss Schultz Carl H. Schultz Shorr Mr. Shorr Nally China Boston

Beverly steamship Beverly breaks down off Cuba near Bahamas

The Beverly a steamship from Boston bound for Jamaica with fruit reported boiler and furnace failure on July 4 at latitude 24 41 long 78 4. Captain Anderson said after the breakdown the ship managed two or three knots and struggled toward Hampton Roads. Owned in Edinburgh by R and C Allan the vessel is in the fruit trade.

Fort Monroe Beverly Boston Jamaica Hampton Roads Anderson Hampton Pads Edinburgh Scotland R. and C. Allan

Durrant Not to Hang Yet in Lamont Case

The Durrant case delays execution as a prieve from the California governor expires today. An appeal granted by the U S Circuit Court to the Supreme Court halts state action until the federal court decides. The murders of Blanche Lamont and Minnie Williams remain unresolved.

San Francisco Cal Theodore Durrant Blanche Lamont Minnie Williams Haning United States Circuit Court Supreme Court of the United States

Hackett Sentenced Fifteen to Twenty Years

Jacob Heckett found guilty of assaulting his stepdaughter Celia Martin in Middlesex County Superior Court East Cambridge. Judge Bond sentenced Heckett to not less than fifteen nor more than twenty years in the Massachusetts State Prison.

Jacob Heckett Celia Martin Middlesex County East Cambridge Massachusetts Bond

James G McCay Arrested for Uttering Forged Notes

James G McCay a Green Street pawn broker was arrested on a charge of uttering a forged note. The incident stemmed from alleged fraudulent transactions at the railroad crossing area in July.

James G. McCay Green Street

Marblehead Enters Dry Dock for Maintenance

The cruiser Marblehead was placed in dry dock at the Charlestown Navy Yard. It is expected to be ready for sea duty by Monday afternoon or Tuesday morning. On the seventh of the month she will depart for the fishing banks on a special mission.

Marblehead Charlestown

Simmons and Moody Wed in Roxbury Home Ceremony

Albert H. Simmons of Lawrence and Miss Lena P. Moody of Roxbury were united in marriage at the bride’s Roxbury home Thursday afternoon by the Rev. James De Normandie.

Albert H. Simmons Lawrence Lena P. Moody Roxbury James de Normandie

Summer Cheviot Suits and Boys' Sailor Suits Sale

A bargain column advertises $15.00 summer Cheviot suits and $1.00 boys' sailor suits, highlighting a clothing sale with discounted attire appealing to shoppers seeking seasonal wardrobe upgrades.

Arraigned for Murder In New York Court

Martin Thorn and Mrs Augusta Nack faced first appearance for murder in the first degree in the Court of General Sessions. The crowded courtroom, throngs outside, and Thorn’s unflinching demeanor contrasted with Mrs Nack’s pale anxiousness as her counsel and deputy sheriff accompanied her.

New York Martin Thorn Augusta Nack William Guldensuppe Court of General Sessions Grand Guldensuppe Thorn Price McCauley

Boston Immigrant Office Reforms Prompt Federal Action

Immigration Inspectors at Boston Custom House face a review after a recent investigation. Washington reports the inquiry into the Boston immigration office’s practices, signaling potential administrative changes and departmental scrutiny.

Boston Custom House Washington Immigration Office Boston

Prisoners Meet Quietly As Bar Scene Unfolds

Mrs. Nack and Thorn move toward the bar with no initial recognition. Mrs. Nack, speaking in German, tells Thorn to stay silent while a court officer notes the exchange. Thorn squeezes her wrist, he offers no reply, and the clerk addresses them next.

Goldensuppe Murder MyS Two Of The Chief Witnesses With

The fragmentary note reports a murder case involving Goldensuppe with two chief witnesses connected. Details are sparse but indicate a legal action and testimony matters. Further readable context remains unavailable in the snippet.

Immigration inspectors discharged for insubordination

William F. Murray Thomas J. Doyle and Edmond Cussen immigration inspectors have been discharged for the good of the service. They were said to be insubordinate and a disturbing influence in the office. Also Henry J. Keffington of Providence R I was discharged.

William F. Murray Thomas J. Doyle Edmond Cussen Henry J. Keffington Providence, R. I

Judge warns maker of disbarment in writ case

Supreme Court heard Dr. Albert Watts petition against Clerk Willard to issue two executions totaling about 20 000 each in lawsuits against James Stevenson his wife and George Hart. Judge Barker criticized delays from frivolous appeals but delayed ruling on mandamus while promising vigorous action if attorney misconduct is proven.

Supreme Court Barker Albert Watts Willard Superior Court James Stevenson George Hart Melrose F. T. Benner Laintiff

Weyler Seizes Trains Over Medicine Packing

A Cuban patrol along the Matanzas road confiscates trains and trains cars at Villanueva station amid a raid on medicines. The seizure targets carriers not complying with the decree issued by the general.

Es Road Cristina 90 Matanzas Road Groues Villanueva Jan. Laetain

Indicted Man Faces Plea Delay For Indictment Review

In a murder case involving William Gulden supper, Mr House for Mrs Thorn and Mrs Nack requested time to inspect the indictment before pleading. District Attorney Olcott resisted, but Justice Newburger granted until Monday for the defense to plead. Mrs Nack and Thorn were escorted to the Tombs, with Thorn amused as he passed the bridge of sighs.

William Gulden House Thorn Nack Olcott

Barber Gartha Key to Thorn Arrest Was Targeted Next

Gartha provided information leading to Thorn’s arrest amid fear Thorn would kill him after learning the murder secret. Thorn reportedly planned to lure Gartha to J. Morris Park for a fatal shooting the night of arrest, while Mrs. Nack was taken to the Tombs.

Gartha Thorn J. Morris Park Nack

Clothes for a Song sale offers half price suits at 91 Summer Street

Bargain hunters are invited to Large Store at 91 Summer Street for a ten day sale of Spring and Summer suits, trousers, and uniforms from two large wholesale houses. Prices slash to half cost from $4 to $9.98, with many items drastically reduced. Extra buttons with each suit. Efficient crowd expected as shoppers rush to grab first-class attire at bottom prices.

Bummer Street Summer Street

Prison Arrival of Mrs. Nack At Jefferson Market

Morning at Jefferson Market prison preceded an arraignment. Thorn's arrest lifted Mrs. Nack's spirits as she learned she would be moved to the Tombs. She donned a white sailor hat, said she was ready, and smiled while leaving the facility. She rode a Sixth Avenue surface car to the female prisoners' room with twenty eight inmates.

Jefferson Market Sixth Avenue

Mrs Nack Holds Court in Tombs Prison Circle

In a Tombs scene, Mrs Nack commands deference as she surveys prisoners seated for a courtlike gathering. A blonde prisoner, old Jefferson Market acquaintances, sparks envy while Mrs Nack whispers and discusses prison fare with her companion.

Mrs. Nack Jefferson Market

Police Search East River Grappling For Guldensuppe Head

From 7 8 o clock this morning to 6 30 this evening grapnels were used in the naphtha launches of the police to search the bottom of the East River along the routes of the Long Island City ferries entering slips at 13th and 92nd streets in hopes of locating Guldensuppe s head. No find reported and if the head is not recovered tomorrow when the 34th Street ferry line is traced grappling will be abandoned.

East River Long Island Terry Neers Onty-Third Ninety-second Guldensuppe Thirtyfourth

Killed His Father in New York Apartment

Charles Fabatier a 22 year old Frenchman told City Hall station that he stabbed his father Dr Charles Fabatier with a dagger at their apartment 550 West Forty-fifth Street killing him. He said they had lived in the country two months and came from France with plans to share property income.

New York Charles Fabatier West Forty-fifth Street France

Colonel Cody Not Dead Report Denied by Mayor

The city mayor declares reports that William Ferralo Bile is dead are baseless. He states Colonel Cody is alive and in good health, currently entertaining Bas of Canadians in the arena, contradicting sensational rumors.

William Ferralo Bile Mayer Stratford Colonel Bas Eible

Fernandez Navy Yard Case Heard by U S Commissioner Fiske

Peter V. Fernandez faced a hearing before United States Commissioner Fiske on a charge of sending a scurrilous letter to Major Robert L. Meade at Charlestown Navy Yard. Meade called Fernandez among the worst prisoners at the naval prison and Fernandez later sought his war effects from Secretary Loney in Boston. A postal card threatened retaliation led to Fernandez’s arrest. he was held in $300 bond for the September term of the U S District Court.

United States Fiske Peter V. Fernandez Robert L. Meade Meade Fernandez Vernantes United States District Court

My Clothier's Band Concert Series Returns in Boston

The Massachusetts Clothing Company My Clothier launches summer free band concerts at Hanover and Portland last night featuring the Boston Cadet Band conducted by J. Thomas Baldwin. Thousands applauded as Boston's progressive business house showcases civic entertainment. The next concert will feature Teel's Military of Boston this Friday.

Massachusetts Clothing Company My Clothier Hanover Portland Streets Boston Cadet Band J. Thomas Baldwin Boston Teel Military of

Arson cases yield prison terms for Murphy Finley Donovan Farrell

In Plymouth July 9 the Superior Court imposed five to seven year sentences at hard labor on Murphy and Finley of Brockton for setting fire to their shoe factory. Donovan and Farrell faced arson and accessory charges in the Nash house blaze at Abington. Donovan received two and a half to three years, Devlin, Donovan’s codefendant, got two and a half years. Farrell was acquitted.

Plymouth Superior Court Murphy Finley Brockton Donovan Farrell Nash Abington Devin

Good Templars Banquet for Zurich Returnees at Faneuil Hall

Suffolk District prepares a grand banquet and reception for Good Templars returning from the Zurich session. July 20 at Faneuil Hall, reception at 7 o clock. Speakers include Joseph A Fancy G C T and Governor's representatives. Attending are W O Wiley Albert Sutcliffe W L Hathaway and Rev James Yeames.

International Supreme Range of Good Templars Zurich Switzerland Suffolk Faneuil Hall Joseph A. Fancy Oyer W. O. Wiley Albert Sutcliffe W. L. Hathaway James Yeames

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