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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1895

Page

8

Moran and McEttrick Say Friends Yet Differ on Mayoralty

Moran and ex-Congressman McEttrick insist they remain friends despite political rifts over the Democratic mayoral race. Moran recounts a four hour meeting with McEttrick at his office and notes McEttrick would not endorse him or discuss Galvin or Quincy. McEttrick publicly denies a break and refuses to state preferences while signaling his support would be conditional on the party machine.

John B. Moran Curtis Michael J. McEttrick Mr. Moran Mr. McEttrick Roxbury McEttrick Galvin Quincy Moran Post Dennis F. Brennan South Boston

Wife assaulted by husband in South End slashing

William Wilson, a 31 year old married man of 31 Kirkland Street South End, allegedly slashed his wife Jennie with a knife about 430 PM injuring her abdomen and left thigh. He fled but was arrested an hour later and awaits arraignment in the local court.

William Wilson Kirkland Street South End Jennie Wilson Thornton Division 4

Pierce Falls From Third Story Window at 52 Border Street

Wilfred W Pierce age 212 fell from a third floor window at his East Mother home number 52 Border Street Dr Keefe reported no injuries found and no further details available as of report

Wilfred W. Pierce Border Street East Mother

End of the Honeymoon Surprise Exchange

A humorous exchange between Mr and Mrs Jackson ends with a quip about life insurance terms. Judge remarks on their playful survival theme as part of a light domestic vignette. The dialogue highlights affection and wit in a domestic setting.

Bargains At Chas Green & Co Clothiers Washington St

There are still many apes of sizes on hand from the groat sale we inaugurated a few. the $10 Men's Suit reduced to 7.28, 12 Suits to 9.54, the $16 ones to 9.07, and the 1.50 kin! to 4.85. In the Boys' Department the sale continues rapidly reducing inventory with many patterns left. boys' suits now 1.40 and 1.9, shirts and waists down to 50c. Madras and Percale outing shirts dropped from 1.00 to 60c, neckwear is four for 25c. Charles Green & Co., Clothiers and Furnishers, 597-599-601 Washington St.

Madras and Percale Chas, Creen & Co Clothiers and Furnishers Washington

Tramp Goodwin Deemed Insane and Committed

Daniel Goodwin a Peabody native and famed tramp, has been adjudged insane and sent to Danvers Insane Asylum. He is said to hold a fortune of 20 000 to 30 000 dollars but has chosen tramp life, reportedly traveling nationwide and living off remittances to guardians. His guardianship is now under Willard Spaulding of Peabody and his relatives in Lynn expect his remaining funds.

Salem Daniel Goodwin Peabody Danvers Goodwin Willard Spaulding Levi Spaulding California Philadelphia Chicago Lynn

East Weymouth Charity Appeals in the Post

A letter from John B Moran and a local donation list detail appeals for Mrs Wills, widow of the riot victim, with funds collected by M W Cummings and others in East Weymouth. The Post pledges to forward contributions and includes post office money orders and numerous small donations totaling $20.5.

Weymouth Robert M Intosh East Weymouth

Mascot Beaten Onoqua Sets New World Record at Mystic Park

Detroit July 26. Grosse Pointe track hosted a fast session as Onoqua lowered her four year old mare world record in a 4 year old trotting heat, cutting 2 1/4 seconds to 2:09. Benzetta and Falkland traded wins in heats, while Rubenstein set a new pacing mark at 2:06 1/2 with Mascot and Hal Pointer prominent in the action.

Detroit Grosse Pointe Onoqua Hussey Benzetta Falkland el Rami Red Nutling Mascot Hal Pointer Rubenstein Laird Pointer Keeler Gerrity Burlingame Br. H Dickerson Geers Queen Alfred B. m G. S Howard Murnen Roetta Br. m Mulhall Clare Bormary Lawrence Pter B. G Colby

Trade Steady as Steel and Textiles Show Positive Outlook

R G Dun reports steady trade with little shrinkage in midsummer business. Steel prices rise with nails and angles higher. textile demand improves for cotton and woollen goods. wool sales soar well above 1892 figures while domestic wool scarcity supports prices. shipments rise in July and Treasury spending remains high with gold movements not affecting overall stability.

New York R. G. Dun & Co Weekly Review of Trade Bessemer Carnegie Treasury United States Canada

Labor Doings and Park Brewery Boycott Settled

A Cornice Makers' Union meeting ordered a circular to employers seeking a conference to frame a uniform wage and hour agreement. The Park Brewery boycott is settled with horses shod in union shops after a misunderstanding. Cigarmakers' Union leader William Strauss spoke in Boston and Detroit about aiding striking cigarmakers, with a $200 donation noted. Aaron A. Pillar, retiring treasurer, received resolutions for long service.

Cornice Makers’ Union Cigarmakers’ Union William Strauss Cigarmakers’ Union No Detroit

Delegates Gather for Twenty Fifth Catholic Total Abstinence Union Meet

A meeting at Parker House for the twenty-fifth annual convention of the Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America was led by Rev. James T. O'Reilly. Edwin Mulready served as secretary and a list of attendees included Michael P. O'Connor and Dr. J. F. Couch among others. The group planned travel and hotel arrangements with departure set for Aug 6 from Park Square station. The Broadway Centre Hotel will host the delegation, and a Sacred Heart Pioneer Corps band from East Cambridge plus St Augustine's Cadet Band from South Boston will feature prominently at the convention.

Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America Parker House James T. O'Reilly O. S. HL Lawrence Edwin Mulready Rockland Michael P. O’connor J. F. Couch BE. Phelan Joseph A. Sheehan T. M. Devlin P. F. McDonald

Birthday party for Miss Margaret A. McElroy at West Lynn

About seventy five friends gathered at 27 South Street West Lynn to celebrate Miss McElroy's twenty third birthday with music dancing promenading and refreshments. Guests traveled from New York Wakefield Boston and Lynn. Mr and Mrs McElroy hosted and were praised for the hospitality.

Lynn Margaret A. McElroy South Street West Lynn New York Wakefield Boston Dankeing Miss McElroy

Colonel Wright Removed From Register Of Wills Post

Washington July 26 The President removed Colonel Levi P Wright register of wills He was a Massachusetts man long time Chicago resident Described as an excellent public officer No charges were filed against him

Washington Levi P. Wright Register of Wills Wright Massachusetts Chicago

Aileen Breaks World Record in 2:07 Aileen Tops 4 Year Old Mares

In Freeport at Taylor's Park Arena, the 2:15 trot winner posted times 2:14 2:18 2:12. Margrave took second Maud Wright third Monette fourth. The 2:20 pace produced a great race with Afrite winning heats two three and five as Aileen tired after the first heat and was distanced in heat five.

Freeport Ill Taylor’s Park Arena Margrave Maud Wright Monette Aileen Afrite Prairie Lily

Jack the Hugger Strikes Lincoln and Cottage Areas

In Hudson town several women were assaulted at night near Lincoln and Cottage streets by a young stout man described as deranged. Known as Jack the Hugger, he uses a hugging strike pattern. A brave woman struck him with a parasol, but efforts to capture him have failed. He is quick on his feet and has outrun some sprinters.

Hudson Lincoln Cottage Streets Jack the Hugger

Funeral for Dedham newsdealer McLauchlin

William H. McLauchlin, Dedham's leading newsdealer, was buried after a funeral from his Mt Vernon street home in Stone Haven. The Rev Joseph B. Seabury of the First Congregational Church officiated and a large gathering attended. Interment followed at Brookdale Cemetery in Hast Dedham.

Dedham William H. McLauchlin Mt. Vernon Street Stone Haven Joseph B. Seabury First Congregational Church Dedham Centre Fed Brookdale Cemetery

Endicott to Seek Reelection for Dedham Sheriff Seat

Dedham Sheriff Augustus B. Endicott expresses willingness to run again this fall. Potential Republican opponents include Deputy Sheriff Abram C. Paul of Stoughton, Court Crier Samuel H. Capen of Canton, or ex-Court Crier Lewis J. Whittaker of Franklin.

Dedham Augustus B. Endicott Abram C. Paul Stoughton Samuel H. Capen Canton Lewis J. Whittaker Franklin

Fire on Roof at Roxbury Building Blamed on Locomotive Sparks

Alarm from Box 315 at 3:48 yesterday reported a slight roof fire at a building owned by H. G. Jordan & Co. on East Cottage Street Roxbury. The blaze was caused by sparks from a locomotive.

H. G. Jordan & Co East Cottage Street Roxbury

Donation by Somerville Tube Works Employees Helps Mrs Wills

Three men from American Tube Works Somerville donated their pocket change to Mrs Wills as townspeople joined in. The cash totaling 93 dollars was counted on the editor’s table before a larger community fundraising push, including a subscription drive and a Murphy ball at the Casino in Revere to raise hundreds more. Local figures Councillor Sullivan and Hon P J Kennedy coordinated efforts with labor groups and civic organizations to support the Mrs Wills fund.

Mrs. Wills City American Tube Works Somerville Wills Boston John H. Sullivan P. J. Kennedy Congressman Fitzgerald Lynum Hall John B. Moran Sullivan Longshoremen’s Association of East Boston North End Charlestown Post Patrick Maguire Kennedy Post Wills Benefit Fund Revere

Boston Citizens Back Fund For Mrs Wills Murder Case

Letter from A Bsbomerville Citizen notes 93 dollars raised by American Tube Works employees toward a fund for Mrs Wills widow of a man murdered on the Fourth of July. The writer condemns a Faneuil Hall meeting endorsing the act and calling for unconditional prisoner release, urging Christian fortitude.

Sir American Tube Works Soméerville Wills Boston Faneuil Hall

Phrase from a frightened tiger tale prompts sharp remark

A line from a dramatic exchange shows a character snarling at a claim of weakness, mocking a tramp with a wooden leg. The moment underscores tension between the speaker and the accused thief or impostor, hinting at a larger confrontation or moral standoff.

Anti liquor bonfire threatens Attleboro clash

The town braces for a major bonfire on the Common to burn confiscated liquor amid threats from liquor supporters. Officer Nerney leads police protection with Brigadier General Brewer and the Jubilee Band set to participate. Mary Parmenter will supervise the sacrifice as a high priestess.

Nerney Brewer Salvation Army Jubilee Band Mary Parmenter Cold Water Movement Attleboro

Mutiny Rumors Aboard the Raleigh Calm in Harbor

Reports of mutiny aboard the United States steam ship Raleigh in harbor proved unfounded as crew routines continued and grievances centered on shore leave and pay schedules. Sailors complain of limited home visits and state pay changed to month end under Admiral Bunce, with prior practice under Admiral Meade.

Raleigh Key West Meade Bunce

Austin Road Race to be run in Reading on Aug 3

Third annual Austin road race set for Reading on August 3 starts at Austin's bicycle store and follows a fast 18 mile course through Lincoln Washington Ash Harnden Salem Lowell Wakefield Main Church Railroad Village West Reading and back to depot. Prizes include a solid gold watch racing tires and medals with a Wakefield first finisher prize and officials listed. Start time 2 30 entries and applications for Lawrence Wheelmen races due to E F Talman.

Austin Reading Lincoln Street Washington Ash Harnden Salem Lowell Street Wakefield Main Church Railroad Village Street West Reading Harnden Street Washington and High Streets Depot Horton Waverley Swift Charles G. Percival J. J. Fecitt Major W. W. Atwell George L. Sullivan W. E. Miles G. W. Tarbell J. E. Saville C. Foye William Rowe J. C. Kerrison A. O. McGarrett F. P. Sibley Mr. Twombley E. B. Drake D. Hunt Horton

Worcester man weighs purchase of Wal tham Methodist building

R C Taylor of Worcester contemplates buying the Wal tham Methodist church building, now owned by Wal tham Savings Bank after a February mortgage foreclosure. Valued at 115000, the bank would transfer to original owners if over 100000 is paid, with possible favorable terms on the remaining amount. If Taylor buys, he plans to pay the total at once.

Waltham R. C. Taylor Worcester Waltham Savings Bank Taylor

Chelsea Eight-Room Schoolhouse Contention Flares Up

The Chelsea city contest over a new eight-room schoolhouse between downtown residents and Mt. Bellingham takes renewed life with a Monday indignation meeting at Chester Avenue Chapel. Prominent citizens are invited to speak as public sentiment is sought.

Chelsea Mt. Bellingham Chester Avenue

Hovey Gains Tennis Final Triumph at Longwood

Hovey won the Longwood tennis final against Whitman in two straight sets 6-0 6-2 6-1. Whitman showed pluck but made many receiving errors while Hovey controlled play with precise serves and returns. Hovey has challenged W A Larned, holder of the 1894 cup, for an afternoon match at 3 30 sharp.

Hovey Longwood Young Whitman Les Ware Whitman W. A. Larned

Newark bicycle races crown winners in varied classes

In Newark Ohio today the national circuit bicycle meet awarded winners across multiple events. Cooper topped Class B mile finishing 2 10, Lehrein of Toledo won the half mile Class A in 1 12, Zeigler edged Bald in Class B half mile with 1 14 5, and McIteon won the Ongér mile handicap from 0 yards. Murphy took the mile open, with Bald second, as Eddy and others chased records and strong performances.

Newark Cooper Eddy Fred Lehrein Toledo Zeigler Bald Ongér Mclteon Murphy van B—Kiser Eddy Yards Lee Richardson Exces Pete Ipilele

Hills Grove Trotting Park concludes as Violet L. falters

Providence recordscluding a light crowd on July 26 as the 2:26 trot and pace rises as the day’s highlight. In the 2:36 trot for a $260 purse, Betsey Babbltt finishes first with Arm owner L A.. Ben Addison second, F P Brown third. Best time noted 2 30 1 2. In the 2:26 trot and pace for a $800 purse, Gold Bird wins with G Martin, Elsie Harris second driven by Fred Clark, Prince Love lord third. Best time 3 2 3 1.

Providence Hills Grove Violet L B. Ge K. Forshner Betsey Babbltt Ch. m L. A Ben Addison B. S F. P. Brown Gold Bird Bhg. G. Martin Elsie Harris Bik. m Fred Clark Prince Lovelord Swan

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