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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1906

Page

10

Secret Malden Elopement Revealed in Providence Marriage

Miss Lucy Price of Malden aged 19 married Clarence R. Eldridge 23 in Providence on March 17. The couple wed quietly on St Patrick's Day and returned to Malden to resume social roles while keeping the romance private until a recent revelation to the bride's parents. Eldridge is the son of a prominent furniture dealer and the couple are reported to be furnishing a home.

Malden Providence Lucy Price Upham Street Clarence R. Eldridge St. Patrick’s Gome Eldridge

Rockport to Welcome Fighting Bob Evans Fleet Arrival

Rockport Maine prepares for a large welcome as Fighting Bob Evans and a 40 vessel squadron arrive to join the advance fleet. The town anticipates a boom from the new mile long breakwater and federal harbor project costing about 1 million dollars. The Yankton arrived last week and eight warships were visible offshore.

Rockport Bob’ Evans Maine Evans Provincetown Yankton

Train Kills Unknown Man Near Wood River Junction

An unknown man about 35 years old, 5 feet 8 inches, 160 pounds, wearing quality clothing, was found dead beside the New York New Haven Hartford railroad tracks at Wood River Junction six miles east of Westerly Rhode Island. His skull was crushed and his right leg injured near the hip under the wheels. pockets were empty and identity could not be determined.

Westerly R. I New York, New Haven & Hartford Wood River Junction Here

Wonderland Welcomes New Colt in Wild West Show

Shortly before midnight last night a new, healthy colt appeared in the tents of the Wonderland Wild West show. The colt has a white head and a brown and white spotted body. The dam is a fine Kentucky mare and a performer in the show.

Wonderland Kentucky

Rockport Welcomes Sixteen Naval Vessels For Harbor Event

The article describes a large naval fleet arriving at Rockport with sixteen warships, the region's proud harbor, and the pending completion of a long breakwater. Residents anticipate a royal reception for the crews led by Bob, with festivities and calm coastal scenes expected as ships are sighted and bells and cannons announce the arrival.

Uncle Sam Rockport Bob

Two Battleships Illinois and Missouri Reach Provincetown

Provincetown July 15. The battleships Illinois and Missouri arrived from Boston where repairs at Charlestown navy yard updated turret mechanisms to guard crews from ammunition explosions during firing. They join the North Atlantis fleet that left New York yesterday under Admiral Robley D. Evans to begin mock war maneuvers off the New England coast.

Provincetown Illinois Missouri Boston Charlestown Navy Yard New York Robley D. Evans New England

Virginia Arrives at Newport toJoin North Atlantic Fleet

The battle ship Virginia under Captain Seaton Schroeder reached Newport Rhode Island today from Orient Point New York and will later join the North Atlantic fleet.

Newport R. I Virginia Seaton Schroeder Orient Point L. I

Thaw Mother to Visit Him Today in Tombs

New York July 15 Mrs William Thaw barred from visiting Harry Kendall Thaw today at the Tombs but likely to meet tomorrow. Mrs Thaw has returned from Europe and is staying at the Hotel Lorraine. Chief counsel Hartridge holds talks with Judge Olcott and plans for future statements by Thaw and his wife are discussed.

New York William Thaw Harry Kendall Thaw Madison Square Roof Garden Thaw Stanford White Judge Olcott Harry Thaw Hartridge Harry

Interesting A. O. H. entertainment highlights in Roslindale

Division 47 A O H held a noted event at A O H Hall Roslindale drawing about 300 members and friends. Speakers included Norfolk County President James E Cox Hyde Park Edward Fitzwilliams Allston and C J Fay Boston Post. Tributes praised Matthew Cummings for national president candidacy and state growth. Major Thomas J Clements delivered the closing address.

A. O. H. Hall Roslindale Norfolk County James E. Cox Hyde Park Edward Fitzwilliams Allston C. J. Fay The Boston Post Matthew Cummings Ancient Order of Hibernians Thomas J. Clements

Labor Delegates Back Poll Tax Drive in Boston

Several hundred delegates from the Central Labor Union endorsed City Collector Garrett W. Scollard’s bid to collect poll taxes and urge every citizen to pay up to date. Scollard reported $366,854 assessed with only $75,580 collected, about 20 percent. The union plans to meet the mayor to protest William H. Sayward's proposed appointment to a building laws commission, labeling him an enemy of labor.

Central Labor Union Garrett W. Scollard Boston Fitzgerald Scollard William H. Sayward Sayward

Smallest genuine newspaper in the world issued at Dorchester

W F De Lue and J P Toye aged 16 publish the Bulletin from 605 West Park street Dorchester. The July edition four pages 4x6 inches features six ads three big headlines and independent editorials. The back page quotes Newton Newkirk claiming his brain is bald while authorities say he has raven locks under a black derby.

W. F. de Lue J. P. Toye Dorchester de Lue & Toye Co., Limited West Park Street Bulletin Newton Newkirk Stealthy Steve Wee Weekly

Communion Served by Sodality at St Marys Church

At St Marys Church North End more than 300 members of the Young Men s Sodality received holy communion in a body during the 7 30 o clock Mass yesterday. The mass was celebrated by Rev Father Buell S J rector at Georgetown University.

St. Mary’s Church North End Young Men’s Sodality Father Buell, S. J Georgetown University

Bitter Providence will contest pits heirs and friends

In Providence Rhode Island lawyers and society figures await a feud over the will of Mrs Lucy M H Smith who disinherited her brother George A Rice in favor of her husband James H Smith and adopted daughter Mrs Spouse Prew The case set for August 14 hinges on claims of undue influence and ownership of the estate valued between 500000 and 750000

Providence R. I Lucy M. H. Smith George A. Rice Hayward Quinn Rice James H. Smith Haywards William E. Prew

Cambridge Girls Still Missing One Week Later

Margaret and Julia McCarthy, 18, daughters of Mr and Mrs Felix McCarthy of East Cambridge, remain unlocated as Boston and Cambridge police search without leads. The girls, last seen last Sunday, are described as about 5 feet 8 inches, with Margaret missing the index finger on her right hand. Both wore light waists and dark skirts. A possible companion, Nellie Seabolt, 19, is suspected but not confirmed.

Margaret Julia McCarthy Felix McCarthy Fifth Street East Cambridge Boston Cambridge McCarthy Nellie Seabolt Portland Street Margaret McCarthy

Rescued Drowning Daughter in Cook's Pond

In Watertown, 8-year-old Santa Guivas fell into Cook's Pond after a playful push. Pasquale Guivas rushed in fully clothed to save her a second time, aided by Patrolman Milmore in resuscitation efforts after she was brought ashore.

Watertown Santa Cook’s Pond Pasquale Guivas Milmore Gulvzi

Feast of St Anthony Draws Thousands to North End Celebration

Thousands from all city quarters flocked to the North End for the Italian feast of St Anthony Buglioni. The Sacred Heart Church in North Square glowed with electric lights as a 50 piece band led masses and fireworks lit the sky. Father Robert Blosotti preached on Saint Anthony’s life, noting his humble Lisbon birth and his fight against tyranny.

North End Anthony Buglioni Church of the Sacred Heart North Square Father Robert Blosotti The Sacred Heart St. Anthony Lisbon Portugal Padova Venice

Meeting of Allied Printing Trades Purchasing Assn

At the third semi annual meeting held yesterday at 17A Brattle square over 100 members attended. A dividend of 2 percent a month was declared on profits from business contracted. Treasurer A V Losen reported $21000 in the past six months versus $14000 prior period. Of 400 shares all but 56 were bought. no member may own more than two shares. Officers listed include President Percy B S Thayer Vice President William E Pearle Secretary Julian S Cutler Treasurer A V Losea.

Allied Printing Trades Purchasing Association Brattle Square A. V. Losen Percy B. S. Thayer William E. Pearle Julian 8. Cutler A. V. Losea

Mrs Margaret Lambert of Jamaica Plain Dies at Home

Margaret Lambert widow of James Lambert died Saturday at 62 Day Street Jamaica Plain leaving many friends. She supported charitable works for years and is survived by four sons and four daughters prominent in Roxbury and Jamaica Plain society. Funeral at 62 Day Street tomorrow at 9 am with high mass of requiem at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament at 19 am.

Margaret Lambert James Lambert Day Street Jamaica Plain

Man Arrested After Fire Shots Alarm North End

Luigi Georgia, 25, of 818 Tremont Street, fired two pistol shots at fleeing men in the North End at 2 20. He fled toward Atlantic Avenue but was spotted by Patrolman Cronin and captured behind the New England House after Cronin fired four shots. A bulldog revolver with five chambers was found on him. He says he merely closed off some thugs and a court will decide today.

Luigi Georgia Tremont Street North End Atlantic Avenue Cronin New England

Flat Workers Operate in Roxbury District

Early yesterday the home of Edgar F. Palmer a Station 9 police officer at 479 Dudley Street was entered while the family was away and jewelry valued at $60 was stolen.

Roxbury Edgar F. Palmer Station 9 Dudley Street

Guatemala and Salvadoran clash leaves 2000 dead or captured

On July 15 at 5 p.m. sat night the Salvadoran army attacked Guatemalan forces at Platanar and claimed victory with 2000 Guatemalan casualties including dead wounded and prisoners. The Guatemalan force invading via Santa Fe was repulsed by Honduras allied Salvador.

San Salvador Platanar Santa Fe Honduras Salvador

Nicaragua Maintains Neutrality Amid Central American Conflict

President Zelaya states Nicaragua has been, is, and will remain neutral in responses to reports of aid in the war against Guatemala. The message mentions Guatemala’s strong army invading Honduras and El Salvador with battles ongoing in both nations.

Managua Nicaragua Guatemala Associated Press Today Zelaya Honduras Salvador

Murder in Peterhof Park Watcher Unidentified Assailant Arrested

A despatch from St. Petersburg reports General Kozlov of the headquarters staff was shot and killed in a Peterhof park on Saturday. The well dressed assailant fired three shots and was arrested but not identified. The case is deemed mysterious as Kozlov had no political ties.

London St. Petersburg

Man Killed Sitting on Tracks in Lowell Tragedy

Lowell July 15. Robert Durrough aged 40 was killed instantly by a Boston and Maine passenger train at South Lowell. He failed to move before the locomotive struck him while seated on the track.

Lowell Robert Durrough Boston & Maine South Lowell

Sons of Zaslav Association Installs Officers at Swartz Hall

The Sons of Zaslav Association held a regular meeting at Swartz Hall 15 Leverett street and installed new officers. An entertainment followed with refreshments. Ex-Councilman H. Weinberg received a gold medal for good work with the group.

Sons of Zaslav Association Swartz Hall Leverett Street H. Weinberg Sons of Zaslav

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