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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1893

Page

2

Navahoe Sails From Newport for England to Seek Speed Fame

Sloop Navahoe departed Newport bound for England to push speed in the Channel and gain racing fame. Royal Phelps Carroll, its secretive owner, sent the craft off with guests Woodbury Kane and H. B. Duryea, while Mrs. Carroll will follow by steamer.

Newport Navahoe England English Royal Phelps Carroll New York Bristol New York Yacht Club Brenson’s Cove Commodore Morgan May Lloyd’s Phenix Intrepid W. F. Vanderbilt Conqueror

Pilgrim Yacht to be Launched from Pusey & Jones Yard

The Stewart & Binney cup defender Pilgrim will be launched in Wilmington Delaware from Pusey & Jones, likely Monday. The steel fin keel design features a 120 foot length, 23 foot beam, 22 foot draught with a 17 foot fin, and forward centreboard.

Wilmington Del Stewart & Binney Lawley Boston Boston Syndicate Volunteer

Vanderbilt's New Yacht Valiant Launches as World’s Largest Steam Vessel

The Valiant launched by Laird Bros Birkenhead is the largest steam yacht, with 2400 tons, twin screws, 9000 hp triple expansion engines, and a 100 guest capacity. It features electric lights two search lights ice maker and luxurious interiors. Operating cost around 10000 dollars monthly with a 65 man crew ahead of the New York Yacht Club cruise in August.

W. K. Vanderbilt Valiant Messrs. Laird Bros Birkenhead Eng Vanderbilt New York Yacht Club

New Bedford in Quiet After Curfew At Trial Hearings

Residents discuss the Lizzie Borden trial as crowds linger in town. Salvation Army parades, church bells ring, and a jail visit is noted near a quiet day ending at curfew. AMY ROBSART reports from the old fort and Fairview area.

Lizzie Borden Borden Salvation Army Fairview Old Fort Taunton Fall River Boston Amy Robsart Joe Howard Benes Chamber OF Deputies New Bedford Court House

Borden case boosts Fall River police promotions

Police officers testified in the Borden case amid contradictions as ex Governor Robinson questioned them. The exchange hinted at promotions for trustworthy officers at Fall River headquarters.

New Bedford Borden Fall River Robinson

Court Adjourns After Details From Memoranda

The testimony described blood spots in the sitting room based on a memoranda of measurements. A detailed recount was given but words were restrained by the court. Proceedings adjourned at 1 o'clock until Monday morning at 9 o'clock.

Weeklong Borden trial unfolds with detail and clues

One week of the Lizzie Borden murder case ends as Moody presents the prosecution theory of the killings of Andrew J. and Abby D. Borden. The testimony features bolts and bars to exclude outsiders and Lizzie as the last person seen alive, with emphasis on the dress burning and a broken hatchet. Robinson for the defense scrutinizes witnesses and raises alternate explanations in a methodical cross examination.

New Bedford Borden Poe Anna Katherine Greene Moody Andrew J Abby D. Borden Lizzie Borden Mr. Borden Governor Robinson

Tomorrow’s Arguments Awaited After Uncertain Result

The outcome of tomorrow’s hearings remains uncertain and is awaited with keen attention. Analysts predict varied implications as parties prepare for the final decision, hoping for clarity amid pending legal questions.

Talk in Fall River on the Lizzie Borden case

Rumors spread that Lizzie Borden’s counsel will reveal a paint purchase before the murders and discuss burning dresses in the home. Prosecution is viewed weak by locals while defense and friends remain hopeful and police doubt Officer Mullaly’s statements in prior testimony.

Fall River Borden Lizzie Borden Mullaly Torney Medley Desmond

Borden Case Developments Reveal Key Witnesses and Strategy

Friday and Saturday sessions focus on Lt Francis Edson and the Borden cellar search with several officers present. Debates over admitting Lizzie Borden's inquest notes wage in court as Chief Justice Mason and Justice Blodgett weigh procedures and timing for medical testimony expected to prolong the case.

Borden Francis Edson Jennings Hanscom Edson Robinson McHenry

Borden Case Witnesses Describe Hatchet Findings

Testimony recounts how a police search of the Bordens’ barn found a handleless hatchet head and a dusty blade. Officers Medley and Desmond discuss the hatchet’s condition, the dust impressions, and the absence of a hatchet handle.

Sciatic Rheumatism Described And Treatment Considered

A patient recalls severe pain and stiffness in limbs diagnosed as sciatic rheumatism by a physician. The account notes the decision to seek treatment and reflects on remedies considered.

Denounced Police by Braddocks Minister on Lizzie Borden Case

The Rev. John Schofield says he would accuse his own daughter of the crime rather than believe Lizzie Borden is guilty. He condemns Fall River police and Assistant Marshal Fleet as untrustworthy and asserts the police rushed to a theory, now pressing for conviction.

Pittsburg John Schofield Braddocks Fall River Lizzie Borden Lizzie Police Department Fleet

Is Correiro Guilty

June 11 1 in Fall River police circles discuss Correiro alleged guilt. Portuguese residents split into two factions supporting or opposing his conviction. Authorities fear fear of retaliation hinders witness cooperation. Correiro cheerfully resides in jail and cannot communicate in English so confession seems unlikely.

Fall River Correiro Correihro

What the Lyford gas bill could force for the Bay State company

W E Dillaway and stockholder M M Cunniff discussed the Lyford bill’s impact on the Lyford gas concern. The charter could be revoked if the $4.5 million note is not disposed of, with appraisers possible to value property. Dillaway indicated willingness to act fairly but undecided on accepting the law, noting possible court appeal and potential auction if the bill stands.

Lyford Gas Bay State Company W. E. “. Dillaway M. M. Cunniff Post Mr. Dillaway Delaware Company Massachusetts Supreme Court of the United States Railroad Commissioners Minnesota Roxbury Addicks Brooklyn Lyford Matthews Dillaway

Body found near Bass Point may not be Col Mills

Remains washed ashore at Bass Point are at the Nahant Town Hall for identification with no clear clue. Officials say clothing suggests wealth, a rumor linked to Col Mills of the Eighth Regiment M V M is unlikely as resemblance is faint and features are faded. The head shows a bruise and an autopsy is not planned by Dr. J G Pinkham.

Nahant Bass Point Colonel Mills Eighth Regiment M. V.M Newburyport

Hebrew Wedding at Orenta Hall Roxbury

A wedding for Morris Corvin and Fannie Berkowich was held yesterday at Orenta Hall Roxbury. The ceremony followed Hebrew rites by Rev. W Baron with a large bridal party and a reception and feast afterward. The couple will reside at 8 Goldsmith Place Roxbury after a brief honeymoon.

Orenta Hall Roxbury Morris Corvin Fannie Berkowich Messrs L. Lebowich J. Koppel L. Task H. Freedberg Hannah Simson Sarah Rberkowich Salial Alexander Mart Mrs. Corvin Goldsmith Place

Cattle Cars Wreck on Fitchburg Line at Stoney Brook

An eastbound freight train with cattle cars derailed at Stoney Brook on the Fitchburg railroad around 8 PM. None of the cattle were killed though two cars telescoped and a coal car on a siding was demolished. Train No. 88 carried nine cattle cars from M. Goldsmith of New York to M. Goldsmith, Waltham, bound for Union Stock Yards Watertown.

Waltham Fitchburg Stoney Brook M. Goldsmith New York Union Watertown England

Mr Bennett Recovers After Paris Coaching Accident

Paris reports Drs Ledentu and Robin say James Gordon Bennett remains out of danger after a fall from a four in hand coach. An abdominal operation found no intestinal damage and Bennett improved to rest quietly as he plans a quiet outing within a month.

Paris Bennett Robin Mr. Bennett Dr. Robin

Boston Master Horse Shoers meet elect officers in Arlington Hall

The Boston Master Horse Shoers Association held a large meeting in Arlington Hall yesterday. It reported nine hours daily pay was granted at the regular salary and business was proceeding well. Officers elected: President J. J. Ripley and Secretary D. D. Driscoll.

Boston Master Horse Shoers’ Association Arlington Hall J. J. Ripley D. D. Driscoll

Benjamin Franklin Assembly Defers Saturday Half Holiday

At Benjamin Franklin Assembly No. 5463 at 1783 Washington street members debated a Saturday half holiday but postponed any action until the next meeting.

Benjamin Franklin Assembly Washington Street

Disorder in Danvers as liquor sales thrive after vote

Danvers residents voted no license in the last election but many taverns reopened and sold alcohol. Crowds from nearby towns flocked there and fights broke out on roads leaving the town. A Marblehead man was stabbed this evening on his way home.

Danvers Marblehead

Firemen's Memorial Service in Forest Hills Cemetery

Boston veteran firemen held their annual memorial at Forest Hills Cemetery. Pleyel's hymn, prayer, Upham sermon,芳 and a six hundred strong crowd sang Nearer My God to Thee and Sweet Bye and Bye after graves were decorated by the association.

Boston Forest Hills Cemetery Pleyel James H. Upham God J. E. Fitzgerald

Throng Flocks to Boston Beaches on Turbulent Sunday

A bustling Sunday seaside scene reports record crowds at Revere Beach and Nantasket with ten thousand ferry riders, amid festive attire and spectator fashion. The piece notes weather and calendar quirks drive beachgoing, drones of families leaving by late afternoon, and lively shoreward activity surrounding the water tank and picnic debris.

Boston Children of Israel Promised Land Revere Beach Nastasket Eton Nantasket Mimded Neptune Hades

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