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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1904

Page

2

Parker Silent When Asked to Speak in Chicago

Esopus New York July 24 Judge Alton B Parker Democratic candidate for President did not accept or decline an invitation to speak at a Chicago Democratic ratification meeting on Aug 20 with William Jennings Bryan among speakers He said he would attend only after notification ceremonies and would go to Chicago if possible The Illinois delegation led by E M Lahiff discussed party unity and a solid front for the national ticket Also discussed was Parker’s home Ulster County as a key political battleground and potential Republican counter moves in New York State

Esopus N. Y Alton B. Parker Chicago William Jennings Bryan Carter H. Harrison E. M. Lahiff Cook County Democratic Club Oscar F. Mayer United German Society Lawrence F. McGann Parker Illinois Judge Parker St. Louis Harrison Hopkins Lahiff New York National Committee William I Sheehan Thomas Taggart Indiana Ulster County Kingston New York State A. T. Clearwater Wingston Martin Court of Appeals Judge Clearwater

Don’ts for Summer and Quinona Health Tip

Do not fill on liquids or upset sleep with heat. Consume Quinona as a morning and night tonic to keep the stomach healthy and nerves rested. It claims to cool the blood and maintain digestion, urging summer care equal to winter for comfort and well being in New England last year.

New England

American Widow Weds British Nobleman at London Ceremony

Mrs. Knapp wed Lord Bateman yesterday at St George's Hanover Square in a quiet ceremony. Ridgley Carter escorted the bride, given away by Lady Alice Leslie, with rectors Habden, Hanbury, Parker, and Anderson officiating. Mrs Knapp, daughter of James J. Graham of San Francisco, becomes Lady Bateman.

London Knapp Lord Bateman St. George’s Hanover Square Ridgley Carter Alice Leslie Habden Arthur Hanbury Archibald Parker David Anderson Henry C. Knapp James J. Graham San Francisco Europe East Highty-second Street New York

Supposed incendiaries start Dunstable fire

Dunstable July 24 Ten million feet of wood partially sawed timber and logs valued at 10000 was destroyed by fire in the yards of William T Proctor. The blaze is believed incendiary. The lumber was insured for 6000.

Dunstable William T. Proctor

Hotel proprietor charged after farmer shot in Stephenton

George Fischer an eight year old farmer from Stephenton New York was shot in the left side near the heart at the Vanderbilt House. He says proprietor A B Dannburg fired after refusing more liquor. Dannburg went to Troy to surrender while Fischer lies fatally wounded. both men had good reputations.

Pittsfield George Fischer Stephentown N. Y House of Mercy Hospital Fischer Vanderbilt Stephenton A. B. Dannburg Road House Dannburg Troy

Peril to U S Shipping Reported by Times Correspondent

A Tokyo Times dispatch dated July 24 asserts Vladivostok squadron aims to disrupt trade between the United States and Japan and endanger steamers from Canada and San Francisco while seemingly sealing Tokyo Bay.

London Tokio the Times United States Japan Canada San Francisco Tokio Bay

Senator Davis Attends Bedford Springs Church Service

Bedford Springs Penn July 24 quiet political mood. Senator Davis his daughter Mrs Wee and grandchildren with private secretary Mr Charles Robb attended the Presbyterian Church this morning. Colonel Guffey left the Bedford Springs Hotel to attend the conference on New York Tuesday.

Bedford Springs Penn Senator Davis Wee Charles Robb Presbyterian Church Colonel Guffey New York

Notification of Theodore Roosevelt Nomination Planned

Oyster Bay July 24 The Republican notification for Theodore Roosevelt to the presidency is set for next Wednesday at Sagamore Hill. The event will feature Chairman Cannon and President Roosevelt on the veranda if weather permits, with a luncheon and reception afterward before departure for New York.

Oyster Bay L. I Theodore Roosevelt Joseph G. Cannon New York Long Island City Sagamore Hill Roosevelt Sagamor Hill Washington Cannon Cortelyou Chicago J. E. Purdy Joe Cannon

Woman To Jump From West Boston Bridge Foiled By Trolley Motorman

Just before midnight a well dressed woman tried to jump from the temporary West Boston bridge into the Charles River. Patrick J Cappncy, motorman of a passing car, leaped off the trolley and grasped her, held her until Patrolman Frank Macarthur arrived. She refused to give her name, wore gold earrings, and claimed to be well-to-do. She called for her children and said her mother lived at 190 Portland street Cambridge and her husband is away. She will be held for court this morning.

West Boston Charles River Patrick J. Cappncy Frank Macarthur Portland Street Cambridge

McKenna Dies in Somerville Hospital

James McKenna died in Somerville Hospital at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. An autopsy will be performed to determine the cause. He was found unconscious in a Washington Street blacksmith shop by Patrolman Bolton Thursday. He had previously been treated at Relief Hospital in Boston on July 18. A brother lives on Linwood Street, Somerville. Patrolman Bolton learned from boys that McKenna ate food from an old can later found to contain axle grease.

James McKenna Somerville Hospital McKenna Washington Street Bolton Relief Hospital Boston Linwood Street Somerville

Springfield Fireman Killed After Truck Incident

Springfield July 24 James H Mc Cleary 47 second assistant engineer of the fire department was fatally injured when a hook and ladder truck ran over him as he attempted to board it at headquarters responding to a chimney fire. He served since 1888 except one year leaving a widow and three children.

Springfield James H. McCleary Fire Department

Evacuation of Niuchwang Under Way by Russians

July 25. In line with orders from General Kuropatkin the Russians began evacuating Niuchwang yesterday. This morning their railway station is burning and they appear to be destroying property before leaving.

Howard Registrar member dies at home in Everett

Everett on July 24 reports Joseph C. Howard died at 4:30 this morning at his home 205 Vine Street. He had been recently appointed a member of the Board of Registrars of Voters.

Everett Joseph C. Howard Board of Registrars of Voters Vine Street

Crowley Receives Bravery Medal Amid Ceremony

At Allerton, a bravery medal was presented to Crowley in a ceremony at J. Lavis house this afternoon. The event included remarks by William T. A. and referenced a speech on peace, with Lavis and his partner Timothy noted in attendance.

William T. A Charles Timothy

Crowley Receives Gold Medal for Yachting Rescue

J Crowley earned a gold bravery medal for rescuing four people from a fogbound yacht off Bunker Island at 1 30 a m on July 18. He rowed to the craft and steered it safely into Hull. Friends on Davys piazza include Fitz Gerald Boles Lavis Murray Ma honey and others.

of Allerton J. Crowley Crowley Bunker Island Hull Davis’ Piazza W. T. A. Fitzgerald Thomas J. Boles Charles Lavis Mary Murray Annie Butler Annie Mahoney Christopher P. McCaffrey John J. Archdeacon David B. Shaw Julian RB. Hart Thomas Galvin

Falconio May Replace Guidi in Rome Transfer

The Giornale d Italia reports it is likely Monsignor Falconio the apostolic delegate in the United States will be transferred to Manila to replace Monsignor Guidi.

Rome Giornale d'Italia Lkely Faleconio United States Manila Guidi

Reports Boston Excited Over Expected Archbishop Visit

Boston agitation rises over housing the Archbishop of Canterbury upon his Boston arrival from Singland to attend the Episcopal convention. Bishop Grafton of Wisconsin notes social experts foresee Morgan and Sears hosting plans, with debate on whether the archbishop should stay together with guests or have a separate house.

New York Grafton Wisconsin the Tribune Boston Archbishop of Canterbury Singland J. Pierpont Morgan Montgomery Sears Mr. Morgan

Bostonian troupe weighs disbanding after poor profits

Atlantic City July 24 A Bostonian opera stock company conference discussed the troupe disbanding after a three weeks engagement. Despite decent patronage profits fell short due to a run of ill luck since the last Boston engagement. Charles Deacon and William Carson reported talks in New York on possible further financial help and winding up after three years as a corporate company.

Atlantic City N. J Bostonian Opera Stock Company Boston Charles Deacon The Bostonians William Carson New York

Republicans Begin Active Work at Once

New York July 24. Joseph W. Bab cock of Wisconsin chairman and Jesse Overstreet of Indiana secretary of the Republican congressional campaign committee announce the start of active work immediately. The leaders outlined plans to organize campaigns, recruit volunteers, and coordinate fundraising across states. They emphasized unity within the party and readiness to contest upcoming elections with organized efforts and mobilization.

New York Joseph W. Babcock Wisconsin Jesse Overstreet Indiana Republican Congressional Campaign Mittee St. James Building Broadway

Noted Koch Inhalation Therapy to Visit Boston Office

Noted Consumption and Asthma specialist Dr. Koch will demonstrate his inhalation apparatus at his Boston office 361 Boylston Street. The exhibit promotes Koch Tuberculine as a cure for consumption and asthma with free consultations. Koch operates a large network across major cities and claims high reputation and broad access to treatments.

Boston Dr. Koch Boylston Street New York Philadelphia Buffalo Pittsburg Chicago Rochester Cincinnati Washington Baltimore Reading Erie Koch Edward Koch Koch Lung Cure

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