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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1897

Page

3

Miss Anna Hegeman to Wed French Army Baron in Paris

Miss Anna Hegeman eldest daughter of Dr Chauncey M Depew’s sister will marry a French army officer, son of a secretary of the French legation. The wedding is set for Paris on July 8 and is expected to be a gala event in official and army society circles.

London Anna Hegeman Chauncey M. Depew Baron de Brisson New York Comte de Brisson Washington Lincoln Dr. Depew Paris America Miss Hegeman Charlotte W. Hegeman

Defended Her Baby in Attack on No. 102 Delancey Street

Mrs. Rose Levine, a widow with two children, was beaten by a burglar in her Delancey Street home while defending her 11 month old Samuel. She lies injured in bed under two physicians care, with about a dozen wounds to head and face. The infant slept unharmed beside her during the attack.

Rochester N. H Charles Wills Portland Street Charles W. Hoyt York Rose Levine Delancey Street Samuel Tillie Jimmy

Widow Becomes Millionaire After Husband’s Death

The widow, nearly 80, found about $10,000 in cash hidden in her home above a toy store and has received letters of administration on her husband’s estate. She expected poverty after his death caused by ongoing financial strain but now faces wealth from past savings and assets.

Frank

Assault on His Wife In Chicago Leads to Habeas Corpus

E. J. Ratcliffe the attorney jailed on assault charges on his wife in Chicago obtained a writ of habeas corpus. He appeared in court, the case was continued to next Thursday, and he was released on five thousand dollars bail. He contends the Governor’s warrant lacks indictment proof from New York and alleges the New York prosecution stems from malice and blackmail.

Chicago E. J. Ratcliffe New York

Sagasta Comments on Woodford Arrival and Cuban Situation

In Madrid July 3 an interview with Liberal leader Sagasta quotes him interpreting the delay of General Woodford, the new U S minister to Spain, as an unfavorable sign. Sagasta says Woodford’s London and Paris stay aims to pave negotiations and justify U S stance, noting Cuba situation as favorable for Liberals to take office, while predicting Canovas del Castillo will not resign before irreparable conditions.

Madrid Senor Sagasta Stewart L. Woodford United States Spain Woodford London Paria Cuba Senor Canovas del Castillo

Death by own action of John Morrissey

The mutilated body of a man believed to be John Morrissey was found on the New York Central tracks in New York. His effects were sent to the coroner, and an address book revealed names Edward Morrissey Boston and D H Morrissey Boston with a note claiming the brother had done the business. The article identifies him as son of James Morrissey of Dorchester and brother to Edward and D H Morrissey.

New York John Morrissey New York Central Edward Morrissey Boston D. H. Morrissey James Morrissey Mt. Vernon Street Dorchester City Hall Assensor

Philological Association 29th Annual Meeting at Bryn Mawr

The 29th annual session of the American Philological Association will convene at Bryn Mawr College in Mawr Pennsylvania starting Tuesday at 8 p m. President Berna dette Perrin of Yale University will speak Tuesday at 4 p m in Taylor Hall on The Ethics and Amenities of Greek Historiography. The regular session follows in the same venue.

the American Philological Associfon Bryn Mawr College Mawr Penn Bernadette Perrin Yale University Taylor Hall

Grammar Schools Festival Draws Four Thousand Young

Four thousand grammar school graduates gathered in Mechanics Hall for a festival led by Mayor Quincy Secretary of State Olin and other officials. The event featured speeches at 2:30 the presentation of bouquets by the Mayor, and afterward ice cream cake and a dancing hour in Machinery Hall with Carter's Band providing music.

Quincy Olin Jollation Mechanics’ Building Samuel Q. Bullock James A. McDonald Carter

Naughtier's End Typhoid Claims 15 Year Old Miss Miller

Helen Miller daughter of Rear Admiral J N Miller U S Navy died in London at Half Moon Street after two days of typhoid fever. She was aboard the Servia with her mother and sister before the Brooklyn sailed home. The remains will be buried in London. Admiral Miller was detached from the Brooklyn to accompany them. The young girl was tall for her age and popular, with a sunny disposition and many friends.

London Helen Miller J. N. Miller Half Moon Street Miss Miller United States Navy Brooklyn Southampton Admiral Miller Navy Long Charlestown Navy Yard New York Charlestown Yard

Reception for U S Ambassador Hay Draws Record 1600 in London

The Carlton House Terrace residence hosts a record crowd of about 1600 at the United States ambassador Colonel John Hay reception. Attendees include Whitelaw Reid Sir Juan Pauncefote Levi Morton Nelson Miles and many diplomatic and social figures.

London United States John Hay Carlton House Terrace Whitelaw Reid Juan Pauncefote Pauncefote Levi P. Morton Morton Benjamin F. Tracy Tracy Wilmerding Nelson A. Miles Miles P. Mays Creighton Webb Henry White Bradley Martin Duchess of Marlborough Bret Harte Frank Leslie Ralph Vivian Cook

Canadian Troops Leave for Home from London

The Canadian contingent of colonial troops boarded a train to Liverpool this afternoon following a march to the station led by the Scots Guards Pipers and bands of the Grenadier Guards and Queen's Westminster Volunteers. Large crowds lined the route and cheered as friends, Lord Methuen, Colonel Ivor Herbert, Sir Donald Smith, the Canadian high commissioner, and colonial office representatives greeted them at Euston.

London Liverpool Scots Guards Third Grenadier Guards Queen’s Westminster Volunteers Euston Station Lord Methuen Ivor Herbert Donald Smith Colonial Office

Honors for the Reids in London after jubilee events

The Reid embassy concludes with gratitude from the British government for U.S. representation. Mr and Mrs Reid plan remaining social engagements including Savage Club, Middle Temple, American Society dinners, and Cavendish-Bentinck residence visits before sailing home at month’s end.

London Whitelaw Reid United States Lord Lady Cavendish- Bentinck Mrs. Reid Lord Lonsdale

Colonial Premiers Dined In London Luncheon

The colonial premiers gathered at the National Liberal Club for a luncheon in London on July 3. Hosted by Earl of Caddington with Henry Labouchere as vice-chairman, attendees included Earl Rosebery, Sir William Vernon Harcourt, Earl Kimberley, Earl Spencer, Marquis of Ripon, Baron Tweedmouth, and Herbert Henry Asquith. Sir Wilfrid Laurier and the Earl of Rosebery were cheered on arrival, and Laurier responded to Kimberley’s toast.

London National Liberal Club Earl of Caddington Henry Labouchere Earl of Rosebery William Vernon Harcourt Earl of Kimberley Earl Spencer Marquis of Ripon Baron Tweedmouth Herbert Henry Asquith Wilfrid Laurier Lord Kimberley

Fourth of July In Paris Opens New U S Building

The American Artistic Association celebrated Independence Day in Paris by inaugurating its new premises. United States ambassador General Horace Porter raised the U S flag and delivered a patriotic address. Sculptor Bartholdi also spoke as enthusiasm ran high.

Paris American Artistic Association United States Horace Porter M. Bartholdi

Charity Lawn Party Draws Thousands At Cambridge Hospital

An estimated 7500 people attended the Cambridge Holy Ghost Hospital lawn party organized for charity. About 2000 were inside the grounds in the afternoon, enjoying tents, booths, vaudeville, Punch and Judy, dancing, games, and concerts by the John Boyle O Reilly Band. Officials included J B Fitzpatrick as marshal and committees led by John J Scott, Dr T F Cunningham, and J J Ahern among others.

Cambridge Holy Ghost Hospital Boston Cambridge John Boyle O’reilly Natick J. B. Fitzpatrick John J. Scott T. FE. Cunningham J. J. Ahern J. A. McIver

Death of Rev Ignatius P. Egan Pastor of Cohasset and Scituate

The Rev. Father Ignatius P. Egan, pastor of St. Anthony's Church Cohasset and Church of the Nativity Scituate, died at Carney Hospital South Boston after a brief illness. He was friend of Generals Sheridan Sherman and Hooker, served as chaplain of the Ninth Regiment, and is survived by a sister Mrs Gateley and a brother the Rev L Egan.

Ignatius P. Egan St. Anthony's Church Cohasset Church of the Nativity Scituate Carney Hospital South Hoston Sheridan Sherman Joe Hooker Ninth Regiment Margaret 5. Gateley M. R. Gateley L. Egan Archdiocese of Bostor

Thorn in Montreal May Have Sold Liverpool Ticket

Booking Clerk Campbell of the Allan Steamship Company stated he sold a Liverpool ticket to Martin Thorn on Thursday morning. Thorn matched the telegraphed description, bought a second class fare, and departed on the State of California last night with no baggage. The agent believed the name given was R. Duncan. The State of California is due to touch at Quebec this afternoon where the suspect may be arrested.

Montreal Campbell Allan Steamship Company Liverpool Martin Thorn Thorn State of California R. Duncan

Boynton to Hear Protest on Sanford Confirmation

The executive council nominations committee will hold a Wednesday afternoon hearing on E Moody Boynton protest against the confirmation of John E Sanford as railroad commissioner. Boynton plans to attend. Sanford has been notified.

Executive Council E. Moody Boynton John E. Sanford Boynton Sanford

No Such Thing Says Five Dollars for Phone Time

An indignant man quotes a judge ridiculing the notion that talk is cheap after arguing over long distance phone charges. The exchange centers on a five dollar claim and the idea of value in speech.

Mammoth Plant for Boston Terminal by Westinghouse Team

Boston Terminal Company awards a major contract to Westinghouse Church Kerr & Co for an extensive electric plant. The system covers interlocking signalling, power house equipment, elevators, heating, ice making, refrigeration, water filtration, car heating, air brakes testing, fire protection, and water disposal. Ten boilers, 1500 hp, and saltwater condensing will power the operation near Fort Point Channel with nineteen electric elevators in key areas.

Boston Terminal Company Westinghouse, Church, Kerr & Co New England Tidewater Westinghouse Fort Point

Whaling News From Onalaska Reports Hard Times

Advices say the whaling bark Gay Head landed Captain Foley at Onalaska where he was ill. No whales were taken and three boat crews were lost in fog, later found after days of hardship. Arctic fleet outlook is bleak with a poor season likely and whalebone prices may rise substantially.

New Bedford Onalaska Gay Head Foley

Investigation of Delehanty charges moves to Washington

The inquiry into former Immigration Commissioner Delehanty proceeds in Washington while charges against Inspectors Hurley and Doyle are said to hinge on other grounds. The case against Delehanty was dropped as his resignation had been accepted. Special Inspector O Nell examined immigration office attaches and others in frequent contact with the commissioner.

Delehanty Washington Hurley Doyle O’nell Agent Smith Immigration Office

Lobbying Inquiry Closes at State House Hearing

The hearing on charges of lobbying concluded at the State House with testimony from Dr. Gardner and Nathan Coe. Counsel pressed for acquittal, noting lack of legislators swayed by defendants and that Governor actions suggested misjudgment. decision expected in a week or ten days.

State House Gardner Brockton Charles Folsom Nathan Coe Springfield Boston Lowell Lonnelly Gamaliel Bradford Mr. Addis Bradford Brandeis Wrightington Myers Stevenson Parsons Gauss Commonwealth

Theft of Jewelry From Vanderbilt Family Home Reported

A mysterious jewelry theft at Richard T. Wilson's home, linked to Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr. family circles, involved turquoise and diamond cuff links pearl studs scarf pins and two gold watches plus $150 in bills totaling about $3000. Police found no sign of forced entry or street break in.

New York Richard T. Wilson Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr Young Wilson Robert Goelet, Jr

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