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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1893
Page
6
A physician urges fathers to safeguard infants by intelligent care during summer months. He cautions against contaminated cow milk and recommends using healthful mother's milk when possible or lactated food as a reliable substitute, noting sugar of milk and barley malt as core ingredients.
An advertisement extols lactated food as the best substitute for breast milk, claiming it prevents summer illnesses like cholera infantum, supports teething infants, and is affordable. It shares a testimonial from Mrs. W. H. P. Caron of Meriden Connecticut about her baby Walter who thrived on the product during teething and heat.
Fire Commissioner John R. Murphy returned to Charlestown reporting success both in Europe and his health. He attended the international congress of firemen in London under the Association of Fire Brigades of Great Britain and Ireland, praised European building laws, and noted American fire departments could handle large fires. He also spent ten days in Ireland, met Consul-General Collins, and says he feels better than ever.
The packed audience heard Professor Walter Sims discuss the patriotic movement in the West. A resolution urged strict enforcement of Massachusetts militia laws forbidding private arms and called to inform legislators and patriotic societies. The gathering thanked newspapers except the Traveller for publishing the resolutions.
The Rev P F Doyle pastor of Ss Peter and Paul Church Fall River died aged 47 after a rheumatic illness that worsened over two weeks. Ordained in Providence Cathedral in 1873 he served as priest in Woonocket Pawtucket and Attleboro before twelve years in Fall River.
Rose Coghlan now Mrs. John T. Sullivan speaks in Long Branch about her Maine woods honeymoon and a priest blessed marriage. She says her union was solemnized by a Protestant Episcopal priest with witnesses Hoyt and an old friend, while rehearsals for a planned Pleasant Bay performance loom.
A clipped reminiscence by an actress describes six campers in Maine running low on fresh food. She fishes thirty five trout in an hour, paddles back with her husband Sullivan, and is photographed by a Kodak fiend as she recalls a wild, snowing honeymoon scene. She praises life offstage and notes her play A Woman of No Importance.
Massachusetts Naval Brigade cadets finish a four day sea voyage aboard Miantonomoh and San Francisco arriving noon Saturday. They cleaned ships, trained as regular seamen, fired artillery and pistol drills, and reported excellent marksmanship with no illness. The crew praised Captain Soley and said they are ready for another cruise.
In New Bedford on July 23 a serious accident on Sycamore and Cedar streets left four family members of Nathan C. Brooks badly injured. The carriage was struck by a downtown car, throwing the party and dragging the horse. All suffered head wounds, facial injuries, and fractures.
Harvey Custer, 25, employed at Holmes and Ward’s silver works, died early today after a self inflicted act following a troubled love affair with Mamie Johnson. A note stated he was tired of living and wanted burial in Potter’s Field. Police found him at Seaside Park. Johnson refused to assist. no relatives in the area.
July 23 at Buzzards Bay President Cleveland spent a quiet day at Gray Gables. Charles L. Hamlin Assistant Secretary of the Treasury called and stayed until 6 o clock. Lamont said there was nothing to publish. The party will fish tomorrow.
The Boston Chamber of Commerce employees enjoyed their annual outing yesterday on the tug Camilla, run by Boston Towboat Company. Steve Sulivan caught the first fish, Oscar Barber won the largest catch with a four pound rock cod, while Captain Bitton directed the event. Charles F. McSorley led the party with Captain Mike Desmond assisting.
A milk wagon crossing the Boston and Albany line at Cordaville station was struck by the New York express due in Boston at 10 pm. Driver Jamie Howe aged 19 was killed along with two horses. The wagon and contents were demolished during a July 23 incident in Ashland Massachusetts.
All diseases treated free for 40 sufferers including cataract bronchitis tan troubles dyspepsia rheumatism kidney skin and more. Dr Dewey, the specialist, will provide two weeks of treatment and medicine free. Offices at 40 Ten venet bee Cotneniicn oomps Stet.
A newspaper feature highlights the rapid rise of the United Garment Workers in the city, led by Business Agent Frank W. Jaques of Local Union No. 1. It covers union expansion, label adoption, past labor movements, and the AFL’s support shaping the union’s growth and wage gains.
Rajat Rajagan reports the Maharajah of Kapurthala in New York to visit the World's Fair. He travels with one wife and keeps a low profile at the Waldorf, amid interest from local society, while Britain guards his status as ruler of nearly three million people. The couple enjoyed a park drive with her parasol and fan.
The prince will avoid public entertainments but may accept private hospitality. He plans a pleasant time and has begun organizing it. Yesterday he stayed near his hotel, driving in the park and visiting a theatre, with a possible trip to Coney Island depending on the weather. He adheres to his ancestral Sikh faith and resists Christian conversion efforts.
Vice-President William J Burke of the Massachusetts branch reports receipt acknowledgments from James P Ryan secretary of the New York home office for Home Rule subscriptions since the last report. Names and amounts include James Duggan Norwich Conn 1445.96 and John Cashman Manchester N H with additional sums listed.
In Rutland Vermont on July 23 a mill worker named James Car zai aged years was killed after a fall at the mill. Police and investigators examined the scene and notified his family. Further details were unavailable due to the fragmented text.
Property sale entry notes a Fancy Striped Scrim 9g and a Figured Silkeline Bg item with former prices 15ei and 124¢ respectively. The fragment records a liquidation listing within a notice style from a local sale.
Reports say Warden Bridges will end public visits except for family, boost direct supervision, and remove loafing in yards. He aims to isolate a hardened cell block, replace a wooden fence with brick, and improve accounting, labor, and shop output while boasting daily searches for weapons and a staged shoe and pie shop overhaul.
Secretary Hilary A. Herbert arrives in Boston with two warships in port and the Dolphin landing him at the navy yard. Governor Russell and Mayor Matthews host receptions and dinners while Herbert and party tour the San Francisco yard and attend services.
Danbury, July 28 Louis Acker sustained injuries yesterday afternoon when an explosion occurred at a local site. The incident's exact cause was not immediately known and police secured the area for investigation.
Betsey C. Wolfron, 48, of East Boston, was waylaid by an unknown assailant as she walked across the Prescott to Cottage street bridge in Sunday rain. She resisted shouting for help, the assailant fled, and she remains confined to her room after the assault.
Dr Stone of Roxbury treated Ellen Willis a 23 year old girl who reportedly tried to kill herself with corrosive sublimate. The patient refused hospital transfer, leading Dr Stone to label the case a fake and notify Division 10 officers.
Harry Pegler, 61, a Bristol, England native, is in critical condition at City Hospital after attempting to cut his throat with a razor at his daughter Martha Flynn's home in a fit of distress. He had worked at the Border Street coal wharf and sailed from this port for over twenty two years before being let go last Wednesday.
Edward McLaughlin a 13 year old of Charlestown was arrested by Division 1 officers at 110 Water Street. He faces charges of breaking and entering the liquor store of Edward Heffernan 88 Portland Street the dining room of A J Hartwin Portland Street and the blacksmith shop Donovan Rohan 27 Barker Street. He allegedly took a $1.50 meal ticket from the dining room and other property from the blacksmith shop. He will be brought before the Criminal Court this morning.
William Brennan, 238, of 41 Salutation Street, lies wounded at City Hospital from internal injuries after a fall from his hospital room window at about 2 30 yesterday morning. He was intoxicated, authorities say, and it is unclear if the fall was accidental or intentional. Dr Elliot ordered removal to the hospital in an ambulance.
About 1 45 yesterday morning Edward McGoneran a 32 year old resident of 19 Haskins street sustained severe burns to the head and breast when a kerosene lamp exploded He was rushed by patrol wagon to City Hospital where physicians reported late last evening he was doing well but suffering intensely and likely to recover
An 88 year old man, Thomas F. Flynn, fell forty feet from a third story window at 66 London Street in East Boston yesterday around 1 o'clock and was killed instantly. He was married. The medical examiner was notified.
Officers of Division 10 report a Saturday night burglary at Emil Donath's shop 1198 Tremont Street. An unknown intruder took tobacco pocketbooks cigars razors and a razor strop worth 46 dollars.
A five year old boy, Andrew McCann, was struck by a bicycle ridden by Richard F. John on 5th Street in South Boston. The child sustained a badly cut head and was taken to his home at 44 I street for care.
Catherine Mackey aged three fell from a window at her home 183 Dorchester avenue. She landed about twenty five feet and suffered a fractured skull. Dr Gavin reports the injuries are fatal.
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