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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1895

Page

6

Lynn License Dispute Sparks Police Court Debate in Lynn

In Lynn, Judge Berry urged a formal liquor investigation as clashes erupt between police, license commissioners, and the liquor squad over post May 1 alcohol sales. Officers report hotel barrooms stay open, while the board resists enforcement and a ban on after hours service.

Berry Liquor Squad Lynn Epa Mide Loring Burrill, Jr Post Marshal Wells Committee On Police Supreme Court Themelves

Duel in a Courtroom Ends in Deaths in Texas

In Snyder Springs Van Zandt county a courtroom scuffle escalated as revolvers were drawn. Dickson was killed and his son badly wounded. Chapman and Dean, a witness, later died. The other Dickson sons fled. authorities pursue them as the county braces for more violence.

Houston Tex Snyder Springs van Zandt Dickson Chapman Dean

Court orders reinstatement for police captains and wardman

The Court of Common Pleas reverses the Board of Police Commissioners rulings and orders the reinstatement of Police Captain William S aay and Wardman Glennon. The court also overturns Edward Glennon’s dismissal, granting an adjournment for Devery to attend as a witness.

New York Court of Common Pleas Board of Police Commissioners William S.aay Glennon Devery Edward Glennon

Weather Parries Colorado Kansas Rail Wrecks

The rain has caused heavy damage in Kansas with Rock Island trains to the East from Denver abandoned last night. Washouts disrupt travel across western Kansas and Colorado as floods reportedly blanket the region and halt traffic.

Denver Col Kansas Rock Island Colorado Goodland Kan

Pope removes St Louis Archbishop Kenrick. Kain named successor

At the cathedral Mass Vicar General Muehlsiepen read a Rome cablegram announcing that on the 21st ultimo the Holy Father deposed Peter Richard Kenrick from the St. Louis archbishopric for reasons of mental deficiency and elevated John Joseph Kain to the see.

ST. Louis Muehlsiepen Rome Holy Father Peter Richard Kenrick John Joseph Kain

Sea Moss Farine Price and Nutrition Claims

Product text touts Sea Moss Farine as nutritious and economical with toothlike texture. Mentions packaging and receipts but lacks clear source context or concrete details.

Asc

Summer travel boom boosts rail and steamship business

The Rialto reports a record travel surge as warm weather drives suburban, eastern, southern, and western journeys. Grand Trunk and Cook's Tours note near record ticket receipts since June 1 and a flood of European bookings, with Boston, Massachusetts, and Nova Scotia among top origins and destinations.

Rialto Traavel Colby Grand Trunk Road Thorpe Cook's Tours New England Boston Massachusetts Montreal New York Northern Great Northern Road Duluth Lakes Nova Scotia Denver Post St. Louis London Chicago & Northwestern Road North-Western Limited Tommy Wynne Grand Trunk Maine

Endeavorers Chorus Rehearsal Set in Boston June 20

The Christian Endeavor chorus of 3000 voices will rehearse publicly at Mechanics' Building in Boston on June 20. Percy S Foster and George C Stebbins will lead with Dr Francis E Clark expected to speak. 10 cent admission to cover expenses. A special committee oversees ticketed seating and chorus section access.

Christian Endeavorers Boston Greater Boston Christian Endeavor Chorus Mechanics’ Building Percy S. Foster Washington, D. C Moody Choir George C Francis E. Clark Christian Endeavor Movement Christian Endeavor Trustees The United Society George W. Coleman R. H. Maywood William Shaw E. A. Gilman A. J. Crockett George K. Somerby

Explosion at Milford Electric Station Injures Workers

An explosion at Milford Electric Light Station on June 3 injured engineer Conant and superintendent Drew, who were flung from the boiler by escaping steam. Fireman Welch aided, but Drew sustained internal injuries with uncertain recovery. plant damage minimal and lights resume tonight.

Milford Electric Light Conant Drew William Welch

Michael O Neil injured after drunken arrest in Lynn

Michael O Neil, arrested for drunkenness by Patrolmen Kimball and Murphy, sustained a fracture of his right shoulder after allegedly falling over a fence while fleeing. He was ignored at the station and now threatens to sue the city for neglect.

Lynn Michael O'Neil Kimball T. F. Murphy

Johnson Sentenced to Twelve More Years in Charlestown

The trial of Josiah L. Johnson in Salem concluded with a guilty verdict for his role in the Merrimac murder of Henry E. Crosby. Johnson and Frank C. Hunt were convicted of breaking and entering Crosby’s dwelling armed with a deadly weapon on Aug 17. Johnson received an additional twelve year sentence in Charlestown.

Salem Josiah L. Johnson Frank C. Hunt Henry E. Crosby Merrimac Jacob Crosby Gaskill Johnson Charlestown

Cardinal Gibbons Meets Pope In Rome

Cardinal Gibbons of Baltimore was received by the Pope in Rome today for a long cordial talk on the condition of the church in America.

Cardinal Gibbons Pope Rome Cardinal Gibbons of Baltimore America

Murder trial opens for Sullivan Foley and Nagle in Burlington case

In Lowell on June 3 the three defendants faced trial for their lives in the Superior Criminal Court for the Durcy S. Foster murder near Burlington and Billerica on Sept 12, 1894. Jurors were impaneled amid a packed courtroom after a morning of voir dire. The case rests largely on circumstantial evidence linking the defendants to the crime with an alibi expected to be raised by the defense.

Lowell Patrick Sullivan Patrick J. Foley Cornelius Nagle Superior Criminal Court Durcy Foster Burlington Billerica Cushing Edward J. Sherman Charles I. Lilley Sullivan Foley Knowlton Commonwealth Edward P. Randall Medford Alpheus R. Henry Everett T. Howard Crosby Arlington George C. Grant Milton Moore Woburn William W. Pinder Walter H. Savage Watertown Benjamin M. Blake William Kennison Durcy S. Foster Burlington Road Henry P. Cox Charles H. Nichols Hadley

Floral Emblem Society Plans Fourth of July Celebrations

The Floral Emblem Society met at 8 Boylston street with Mrs. Ellen A. Richardson presiding. Officers were elected and new appointees named. a floral celebration at Winthrop was outlined including a morning play at the yacht club, a banquet, speeches, a possible marine parade, and a grand evening ball.

The Floral Emblem Society Boylston Street Ellen A. Richardson Antoinette Godding Cora Stuart Wheeler F. R. Kimball John S. Clark Kate Co. Phelps Mary Dana Hicks Kimball Ida Farr Miller Cora Stuart Elizabeth Orr Williams Winthrop

Break in Trust Deed Proceedings In Lowell Case

Frank D. Putnam of Lowell, guardian to the plaintiff, testified most of yesterday in Mrs. Taylor's case to break a trust deed held by Frederick Butterick. The deed, created just before the daughter's marriage, aimed to secure life income for her from about 1200000 in assets, with 75000 placed in trust. Judge Holmes reserved decision.

Frank D. Putnam Lowell Taylor Butterick Holmes

Manning Sentenced to Ten Months in House of Correction

After over five years of legal wrangling in the Commonwealth Supreme Court equity session Judge Bishop sentenced William E. Manning to ten months in the House of Correction for a fraud Manning was found guilty of. the case of B Morrill Noyes versus Manning concluded with the verdict and confinement.

Commonwealth B. Morrill Noyes William E. Manning Equity Superior Court Bishop Manning House of Correction

Hotel dispute ends in street fight injuring man

Two hotel employees on Huntington Avenue quarreled in the street yesterday. James Warren allegedly threw a stone at Daniel Tates, breaking his leg. Tates was taken to City Hospital. Warren fled and has not been caught.

Huntington Avenue James Warren Daniel Tates Tates City Hospital Warren

Missing schooner Net tie Langdon sails from Jacksonville

The schooner Net tie Langdon Captain Bagley left Jacksonville on April 4 with 225000 feet of lumber and two passengers bound for Perth Amboy. She has not been heard from since, and agents in New York have abandoned hope of her return. The vessel, built in 1874, weighs 283 tons and was owned locally.

New York Nettie Langdon Bagley Jacksonville Perth Amboy

Vessels in North Atlantic Trades and Local Harbor Incidents

The report details multiple maritime events including the German steamer Bohemia sailing from Hamburg with 166 steerage passengers on June 1, the long vessel Carrie EB Long reported struck by lightning yet afloat, and several collisions and dock repairs. It mentions wreck signals, searches, new ship trials, dry dock repairs, and notable crew movements and rescues around Boston, Gloucester, and surrounding waters.

Hamburg Carrie EB. Long Philadelphia Havana Stanley Nassau N. P Rydal St. Jago Knight's Point Camden Charles A. Campbell Robinson Boston Campbell Hutchinson Salamanca Humacoa P. R Fontabelle New York Barbadoes St. Lucia Antigua Howes Boston Towboat Company Storm King Simpson’s Dry Dock Warren Line Sagamore Fenton Grand Banks New Orleans Antwerp Gravesend Mona Provincetown Longfellow Lockwood Narrows Chetelah New England Dredging Company Richard F. Keough Border Street East Lockwood’s West van Wart Pequest Olivette Hanlon Charlottetown Halifax N. S Charles Thomson Margaret Leonard Southest Harbor Nova Scotian United States Smith T Wharf Narcino Musto John N. Mitchell Ernest Huntley Gloucester A. T. Gifford Arthur Diggins Cash’s Bank W. Parnell O’hara Diggins Matinicus Cash’s O'Hara O’hara Duncan Megunticook Mobile Gallia Hewitson Liverpool Queenstown Hiram

Benefit for Mrs Harriet C Lewis at Grand Opera House

A benefit concert honoring Mrs Harriet C Lewis the former lead soprano of the Church of the Immaculate Conception and former vocal teacher at the Boston Conservatory will be held at the Grand Opera House on Sunday evening June 9. Managers Mansfield and Magee donated the theatre and ticket exchanges are available at the box office for previously issued reservations.

Harriet C. Lewis Church of the Immaculate Conception Boston Conservatory of Music Grand Opera House Mansfield and Magee

Estes Gifts Land for Dormitory and Town Road in Gorham

Dana Estes of Boston donates land for a Gorham State Normal School dormitory and provides a roadway through his property to the campus. The gift aims to aid future development of a noted scenic site in Gorham Maine.

Dana Estes Gorham School Gorham Boston Gorham State Normal School

Remarkable Trilby Photo Limited Copies Demand Advance Order

Outline sketch from a famous colored photograph by Harper & Bros depicts the original stage Trilby. Supply is limited and readers are urged to order next Sunday’s Post in advance to secure a copy.

Messrs. Flarper & Bros Trilby

Women Club House Association forms with stock structure

Yesterday the first regular meeting of incorporators of the Women’s Club House Association was held at the New England Woman’s Club. Over fifty attended, adopting the constitution and by laws, electing Mrs. Estelle M. H. Merrill as president and Miss Florence Everett as secretary, with officers and directors to be chosen at the next session. stock ownership allowed by any person or corporation and representative voting from clubs.

New England Woman’s Club Park Street E. M. H. Merrill Florence Everett Cora Benneson Alice C. Parker Woman's Club House Association Board of Directors Merrill Ednah Dorr Cheney Estelle H. Weston Jennie K. Adams L. Shannon Davis O. M. E. Rowe Estelle M. H. Merrill Julia Ward Howe Cora A. Benneson Nathaniel W. Ladd Bostonia Club Marilla Ricker New Hampshire Daughters’ Club

Gas Case Continued in Brookline Circuit Court

In the U S Circuit Court Judge Colt adjourned Camille Weidenfeld versus Brookline Gas Light Company as defense counsel seeks to file a demurrer to the equity bill instead of an answer. The case is continued to next Monday for hearings on the demurrer and on a motion to compel the defendant to elect between demurrer or answer.

United States Circuit Court Colt Camille Weidenfeld Brookline Gas Light Company

Salem attorney clarifies publican candidacy in district

Salem June 3 attorney Henry P. Moulton issues a card denying any candidacy as a publican in the eighth district. The statement specifies no circumstances under which he would run.

Salem Henry P. Moulton Ath

Tariff Act 1894 Goes Into Effect August 28

The Supreme Court decision in United States vs Burr and Hardwyke states the tariff act of 1894 took effect August 28, 1894. It was proclaimed by the State Department as law without the President's signature, not on August 1 as the act originally designated.

Washington Supreme Court of the United States United States Burr’& Hardwyke State Department

Robber Pursues Miss Condon On Webster Street

In Rockland on Wednesday evening an attempted robbery targeted Miss Ane nnie Condon, owner of a Whitman hair dressing room. A man seized her and aimed a pistol at her head demanding money or life, causing her to flee and faint in a nearby house. Police keep details secret seeking leads.

Rockland Anenie Condon Whitman Webster Street Miss Condon

Austrian electoral reform proposes two new groups

Vienna June 3 The reform sub committee presents a plan to add two electoral groups. One group includes about 600 qualified artisans who will elect thirteen Reichsrat members. The new group will comprise all males of voting age paying the lowest tax, estimated at about 000 such voters who will elect four deputies. Workingmen feel disappointed as they hoped divisions would be abolished.

Vienna Reichsrath

Five Inch Hailstorm Strikes Bristol Area

A violent hailstorm hit Bristol this afternoon for about fifteen minutes. Five inch circumference hailstones battered trees and caused damage before dissipating. (Hartford report notes disrupted landscape and shock to observers.)

Hartford Conn Bristol Tentang

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