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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1897

Page

5

Williams faces first degree murder charge in Lynnfield case

District Attorney White will seek a continuance after Alfred C. Williams is arraigned for murder in the death of John Gallo in Lynnfield last Wednesday. Police report a gold coin found under a carpet in Williams’s room and trace his movements while probing an assault and robbery claim tied to the incident.

Gallo Williams Lynnfield Centre Lynnfield Wakefield Walter Hickey Lynn Wakefield Farm Hickey John Gallo Klondyke Phillips Vannah

Reed Heads to New York For Stay With Paine

Speaker of the House Thomas B. Reed visited New York as a guest of Colonel A. G. Paine. He will stay at Monmouth Beach until Sunday and meet Senator Platt at his Broadway office. On Sunday he sails for a week in Eastern waters with broker John G. Moore from the firm that included Chapman, jailed over a sugar deal.

New York Thomas B. Reed House of Representatives A. G. Paine Colonel Paine Monmouth Beach Senator Platt Broadway Reed John G. Moore Chapman

Andrews Accepts Presidency of Cosmopolitan University

Brown University President Andrews announced in Providence on July 30 that he has accepted the presidency of the Cosmopolitan University, a correspondence school under a New York magazine. The move is conditional on Brown’s corporation accepting his resignation and does not require his removal from the city.

Providence Andrews Brown University Cosmopolitan University New York

New York Police Methods Under Fire as Grant Quits

Police Commissioner Grant denounces officers who entrap women to secure evidence against disorderly houses. Mayor Strong accepts Grant's resignation and plans a successor as the city debates policing tactics and ethics amid accusations of demoralizing methods.

New York Grant Ana New York City Strong Colonel Grant Mayor Strong

Mountain of gold claimed at 65 25 north Alaska

A report from Santa Rosa California states Professor Otto Debendeleben and Professor George Davidson claim a mountain of gold exists in Alaska at 65 degrees 25 minutes north latitude and 172 west. The peak named Mt Debendeleben is said to be the source of gold carried south by ancient floods. The article notes supporting exploration and transport plans for Alaska and transcontinental mail and a Yukon trail hardship account.

Santa Rosa Cal Otto Fried- Debendeleben Alaska Mt. Debenueleben George Davidson Western Union Telegraph Debendeleben Seward Russia United States Pacific Coast Steamship Company Willimette Oregon Improvement Company Seattle Beale Street Broadway Wharf Juneau Dyga Puget Sound Holmes Northern Pacific Railroad Company

Ply mouth Steamer Offers Ideal Sunday Outing from Boston

The Ply mouth steamer sails from Winthrop wharf at 10 a m daily for a round trip to Plymouth with three hours each way and three hours ashore. The fast new steel liner seats 1000, offers full dinner or European plan, and Jordan's National Band enlivens the voyage. Fare is one dollar with a 6:30 pm Boston return.

Plymouth Boston Massachusetts Bay Jordan J. R. Bacon Winthrop Wharf Atlantic Avenue

Salem Willow Steamer Service Resumes After Storm

After four days of unseasonable weather the Morrison line steamers William Storie and John Endicott did not run to Salem's Willow Watering Place. Rough outer bay conditions forced a pause, but service restarted yesterday and families may resume the outing for 2½ cents.

Willam Storie John Endicott Morrison Line

Annual Hedding Meetings At Camp Ground In Summer

The 7.8 Hedding Camp Ground hosts annual meetings from July 2% to Aug. 28 with a summer school institutes and holiness camp meeting. Grounds are pleasant and visitors are promised a good time with many pleasures nearby. Boston and Maine offers reduced rail rates to Hedding and Camp station for travel during the session and return.

Hedding Boston & Maine Railroad Hedding and Camp Station

Cambridge man 24 held on larceny warrant

James W. Collett, 24, was arrested in Cambridge by Officer P. F. Murray on a warrant charging larceny of about $100 from his employer. Collett claimed the matter was a misunderstanding.

James W. Collett Cambridge P. F. Murray Collett

Klondike Rumors Reach Australia and Alaska

Passengers on the Alameda from Perth, Bentti Somenele and Raffaelo Barotte, head to the Klondyke after hearing Alaska tales. Captain W A Neville warns many will not survive the Arctic trek and wool outfits may fail, urging spring departure and proper prep. Albert D Gray arrives with 30000 in nuggets and notes Dawson via Stickeen route may become common. Canadian plans for a Telegraph Creek to Lake Teslin railroad improve navigation. U S mail routes between Juneau and Circle City now set for monthly departures.

Alaska Juneau Circle City Fort Cudahy Dawson City Klondyke Country Dominion of Canada Australia Bentti Somenele Raffaelo Barotte Perth Bomenele Barette W. A. Neville Rawhide Arctic Klondyke Albert D. Gray Grand Rapids Mich Gray Dawson Stickeen Northwest Telegraph Creek Lake Teslin Yukon United States Mail P. C. Richardson F. Www Hoyt J. N. Demars G. P. Shoul John Brauer United States

White Pass Trail Opened for Travel and Yukon Steam Fleet Planned

Mr. C. H. Wilkinson, Canadian representative of the British Yukon Company, confirms White Pass pack trail opening July 16 near Chilcoot Pass. He notes air travel is usable and a fleet of ten to twenty steam boats is contracted for Yukon River service as soon as the river opens next spring.

Yukon White Pass Miles Canon Klondyke Wilkinson British Yukon Company Dominion Government Montreal C. H. Wilkinson Chilcoot Pass Yukon River

Gold Fever in Haverhill

Elmer J Harris returned from attempting to reach Alaska and failed to complete agreements. A meeting to form a party for the Alaskan gold fields was held at the Hotel Thorndike. Seven are in the group with Seattle rates secured. eight to ten more may join. Members listed include Arthur F E Seymour Haverhill G T Williams Charlestown L B Hill Deerfield Leland Hobbs Springfield A D Rogers N M Brown Norwich Conn George E Allen Cliftondale.

Haverhill Elmer Harris Alaska Thorndike Seattle Arthur FE Seymour G. T. Williams Charlestown L. B. Hill Deerfield Leland Hobbs Springfield A. D. Rogers N. M. Brown Norwich Conn George E. Allen Cliftondale

Handshakes as a mirror of character in Gorbett's column

The writer notes observing various handshake styles revealing personality traits. He favors a firm, wholehearted grip that conveys deep emotion, honesty and cheerful good will with every shake.

Boston Baked Beans Firm Serves Fifty Years of Fame

In Boston N E a noted company I L Whipple & Co at 654 Shawmut avenue runs the Boston Baked Bean Company. They supply restaurants lunch rooms hotels steamboats with the standard Boston baked beans daily. Order from this established firm.

New England Boston Boston Baked Beap Company Shawmut Avenue I. L. Whipple & Co

Bargain Clothing Hustle Draws Shoppers to Ss Vorenberg Co

Shoppers are urged to visit Ss Vorenberg and Co in Washington and Hanover streets for genuine bargains as the hustling clothing establishment courts interest with urging phrases and a brisk sales push.

Dr. Johnson Ss. Vorenberg & Co Washington Hanover

Chicago Lawyers Seek Heirs In Easton Estate Probe

Despatch from Easton Pennsylvania notes three Chicago lawyers there seeking heirs to a million dollar estate. The report casts doubt on their motives, suggesting they would pursue the cash alone if already familiar with Chicago.

Easton Penn Chicago

Co operative Banks Offer Quick Service Through F E Burbank

The Co operative Banks at 987 Washington Street with secretary Mr. F E Burbank offer to individuals or firms desirous of funds every accommodation and quick service. Before you close negotiations for money see what Mr. Burbank can do for you.

Washington Street F. E. Burbank Mr. Burbank

Report on giant dynamite trust fact or fiction

A New York paper claimed a huge dynamite trust is being organized, a report that was later debunked as false. The item notes the sensational warning circulated in the press and its subsequent refutation.

New York

Advertising Propels Bicycle Popularity Through Widespread Ads

The passage credits individual makers and dealers for promoting bicycles, asserting that their advertising established the bicycle's commanding market position as a strong argument for the value of advertising.

New Lunch Parlor Opens at No 22 Temple Place

Messrs Ferguson and Blakely announce the opening of their lunch parlor at 22 Temple Place next Monday. The cafe is neatly fitted and will be run in a first class manner.

Messrs. Ferguson & Blakely Temple Place Mons

Rising female presence in college graduations noted

The text notes that this year roughly half of all college and university graduates are women, a dramatic rise from about one half of one percent fifty years ago. It contrasts current women’s output with past low figures.

West Visitors Fuss Over Foot Discomfort in City Visit

Visitors from the West and other locals complain of foot trouble during city tours. Medical staff advise rest and proper footwear as organizers promise smoother walkways for upcoming events.

warn readers about Kiondyke mines Alaska cautionary note

A cryptic advisory warns fortune seekers to avoid the Kiondyke mines in Alaska. The message, prefaced with a casual greeting, cautions against pursuing the prospect despite hints of wealth.

Kiondyke Alaska

Floor sinks four inches at White House lobby

Washington July 30 reports describe the White House lobby floor sinking four inches under the weight of crowds seeking access to the President since March. Workmen lift and reinforce the floor while Colonel Bingham proposes suspending it from roof beams to avoid damaging the East Room.

Washington, D. C White House Bingham

How They Applauded at Clothier's Band Concert

Crowds gathered at Hanover and Portland streets for Conductor John M. Frockton and the American Watch Company Band of Wal tham. The event, part of the My Clothier's series, drew steady applause for Venus and a xylophone solo by John M. Casey. The fifth concert, August 6, will feature the Lynn Brass Band conducted by R. L. Reinewald.

Hanover Portland John M. Frockton American Watch Company Band of Waltham John M. Casey Lynn Brass Band R. L. Reinewald

Presentation of Glassware to Mr M Joseph Devine in Roxbury

A pleasant evening at Mr M Joseph Devine's Dearborne Street Roxbury was highlighted by a gift of costly glassware. Thomas J Hogan of Roxbury gave the presentation speech and was among several attendees including W J Killion Henry Devonshire D J Gillispie John Hickey Joe Good D J Sullivan Frank Cahill and Patrick Hooley of the West End railroad.

M. Joseph Devine Dearborne Street Roxbury Devine Thomas J. Hogan Mr. Devine T. J. Hogan W. J. Killion Henry Devonshire D. J. Gillispie John Hickey Joe Good D. J. Sullivan Frank Cahill Patrick Hooley The West End Railroad

Professor falls 300-foot cliff on Mt Tacoma

Professor Edgar McClure of Oregon State University slipped over a 300 foot precipice while descending Mt Tacoma in darkness. His body was recovered on Wednesday.

Tacoma Wash Edgar McClure Oregon State University Mt. Tacoma

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