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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1897

Page

5

Brigadier Bridges Attends Farewell Review at Framingham Camp

Bright sun and warm wind greet Framingham camp as Brigadier-General Bridges holds his last inspection. Governor Wolcott arrives for a brigade review with Major-General salute. autopsy performed on Private Clarence O. Bolster of Company F, Second Infantry.

Framingham Theeignal Corps Briggs Curtis Bridges Boston Wolcott Lawrence Dalton Clark Parsons Ambulance Corps Roger Wolcott Cornelia F. Wolcott Roger Wolcott, Jr J. Huntington Wolcott Oliver Wolecott F. U. King Joslin Shaw Richard Frothingham W. Murray Crane Rider Towne Allen Brigham House Barnes Mayo McKnight Campbell Mellen Smith Henry Parsons Woodward J. W. Kimball Rockwood Hoar Carle C. Woodward Goetting Capelle Savings Bank Warren E. Locke Blood Appleton Guild and Hour Carter Fred G. King FF. W. Wellington Frye Soutter Morgan Locke Gordon Dexter Sohier Converse Robins J. Payson Bradley Jewett Woodman Braley Quinby Chick Whiting Packard First Heavy Artillery W. A. Bancroft Oakes Mossman Morrison

FELS-NAPTHA Soap Offers Broad Cleaning Claim

WELS and Co of Philadelphia advertises FELS NAPTHA soap as the only preparation that will wash everything washable and insure nothing with cold or lukewarm water.

Earth

California Catarrh Cure Promises Wide Relief

An old advertisement touts a remedy named California Catarrh Cure for catarrh and related head and digestive ailments. It claims rapid, universal efficacy with thousands already cured in Boston and distributes through druggists and jobbers with a two size bottle pricing.

Autopsy Report Points to Accidental Strangulation

Autopsy pending results, doctors say death likely accidental strangulation. Governor Wolcott sent a floral tribute to Private Bolster’s unit with a note of sympathy to the family.

Wolcott Bolster

Cabot’s Day Event Draws Massachusetts to Annapolis

Washington June 11. Secretary Long plans to send the battleship Massachusetts to Annapolis, N. S., in the latter part of June to attend the 400th anniversary of Cabot’s discovery of the American continent. The Massachusetts will sail from Boston the latter part of next week.

Massachusetts Cabot Washington

Spite House Owner Joseph Richardson Dies

Joseph Richardson heir to a vast fortune died in the Lexington Avenue "spite house" and was buried after a funeral at the Central Park Baptist Church. The eccentric millionaire, eighty four, left a wife of ten years, a son and an unmarried daughter. Pallbearers included Collis P. Huntington and other multi millionaires who attended the service.

New York Joseph Richardson Lexington Avenue Central Park Baptist Church East Highty-third Street John W. Ambrose Mayo W. Hezeltine Joseph Hillen Marcus C. Hawley Edward Hawley H. W. Nichols Russell Sage Samuel Sloan Arthur W. Soper James Talcott Joseph Walker Collis P. Huntington J. H. Jenkins J. M. Toucey Mr. Richardson

Yellow Fever Strikes on Steamship Advance at Quarantine

William H. Korn of Buffalo, 31, a second cabin passenger, died of yellow fever aboard the Columbian line steamship Advance shortly after anchoring at quarantine. Health Officer Doty ordered thorough disinfection of the vessel. crew remaining healthy. He warned no panic about yellow fever reaching New York as outbreaks abound through the Isthmus of Panama.

New York William H. Korn Buffalo Columbian Line Advance Colon Doty Panama

Galvin Taken to Jail for Murder Trial

Robert T. Galvin, who confessed to murdering Robert Kydd, was quietly moved to Lawrence jail to await the September term of the Superior Court. He received breakfast at the police station, showing signs of strain since the crime. The body of Robert Kydd was taken to Andover for funeral services at his brother Hugh Kydds home.

Haveerhill Robert T. Galvin Robert Kydd Lawrence Andover Hugh Kydd

Laborer Frank O'Connor Wins 1350 in Electric Shock Case

Frank O'Connor, a Charlestown West End car shop laborer, was awarded $1350 yesterday in the Superior Court's second session after an electric shock injury at work. The ruling assigns fault and outlines compensation for medical costs and lost wages.

Frank O’connor Charlestown West End

Irish Fair Proposal for Boston Charities

Boston societies and individuals weigh bringing New York’s Irish Fair to Mechanics Hall for charity. The New York event drew about 700000 visitors and a projected profit around 250000, with novelties including the Blarney stone and lakes of Killarney drawing most attention. Supporters from Patrick Donohue to Dr W J Gallivan urge a Boston edition as educational and lucrative for local charities.

New York Boston United Irish Catholic Societies of New York State Post Associated Charities Mechanics’ Hall the Post Patrick Donohue Dublin Matthew Dolan Brookline Michael Boynton Buffalo Parker House Music Hall P. J. Flatley Garrett J. Barrett Father Brosnahan Michael Galvin

Bargain Sale Proves Strong Demand for Low Prices

The Massachusetts Clothing Company at Hanover and Portland streets reports unprecedented sales as the My Clothier's bargain sale continues. Mr. Wolf states the public gains from large purchases from M Mamlock and Son, with the aim of cultivating future customers through extraordinary bargains. Lively days mark the popular low priced clothing house.

Massachusetts Clothing Company My Clothier Hanover Portland Streets Wolf The Clothing Company New York M. Mamlock & Son

Portland steamers extend schedule to Sundays

The Portland steamers will hereafter depart on Sunday evenings as well as daily, starting tomorrow.

Portland

Is It Murder The Police Theory

Police in Division 12 now favor a murder theory over suicide or accidental drowning after a body found near a South Boston street bridge showed signs of a violent assault. Arthur Hill and Michael Kelly reported a blood pool and a hole in a fence near Bay State property, with blood leading to a deduction of throat slashing and robbery. The body was later dumped into the river.

Division 12 South Boston Vinal Arthur F. Hill Public Baths Department Isabella Street Hill Bath House L Street Michael Kelly Old Bay State Company Bay State

Unidentified Body Found in City Morgue, Police Seek Identity

The body was largely unreadable but examined at the city morgue revealed a deep one inch gash and two inch cut above the larynx. Police have made all efforts to identify the remains, but identification was not achieved by midnight.

Sultan Delays Thessaly Issue at Peace Conference

In Constantinople on June 11 the conference agreed to another adjournment at Tewfik Pasha’s request as the sultan has not decided whether Turkish troops will retain or evacuate Thessaly. Most points for a permanent peace with Greece are settled except the indemnity. The delay leaves a bad diplomatic impression. Russia has replied to a Turkish circular seeking support from other powers.

Constantinople Tewfik Pasha Thessaly Turkey Greece Russia

Dartmouth Boy Drowned in Connecticut River

Harold D. Gilbert of Dartmouth College class of 1898 from Newton Highlands Mass died by drowning in the Connecticut River during a canoe trip with Fred V. Bennis. Their canoe overturned near rapids and Gilbert disappeared before recovery. Gilbert was active in the college dramatic club and well liked on campus.

Gilbert College

Porter A Wonder Torpedo Boat Impresses Inspectors

The United States torpedo boat Porter underwent maneuvers in New York on June 11. Three torpedoes were fired with two succeeding. the locking device on the third failed. The vessel showcased a 1100 foot turning circle and could reverse from full ahead to full astern in 20 seconds, moving less than its length to gain momentum. Inspectors praised the performance.

New York United States Board of Inspection

Eighteenth annual Hotel Men meet ends with sunny Boston visit

Delegates of the Hotel Men's Mutual Benefit Association completed their Boston trip after a joyous Plymouth outing. They toured historic sites, kissed the Pilgrim Rock, and enjoyed a luncheon at Seamoset House with local children. Speakers from California New York and Chicago praised New England hospitality before departing for theatre outings.

Hotel Men’s Mutual Benefit Association Boston Plymouth New England Ritchey New Orleans Nantasket Kneeland Street Old Colony Samoset House Liberty Marguerite Buttercup Howland Bradford Burgess America F. S. Risteen C. L. Smith Lynch California H. H. Brockway New York New York Association Brockway Massachusetts He. D. C. Shears Cincinnati C. H. Hilton Chicago James Tremont Park Brunswick

Becky Scark Sentenced Six Months by Judge Bacon

Old Becky Scark, a pickpocket, was sent to the House of Correction yesterday for six months by Judge Bacon. She appealed and was held in $200 bail.

Becky Scark House of Correction Bacon

Roxbury Crossing Damages Hearing Begins in Superior Court

In Roxbury yesterday the Superior Court opened a hearing on the Lowell petition seeking damages for land taken by the New York New Haven Hartford railroad at Old Heath street Bromley park Centre and Albert streets Roxbury for railway grade alteration to remove the crossing totaling about 8689 square feet.

Superior Court John and Augustus Lowell New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Old Heath Street Bromley Park Centre Albert Streets Roxbury Roxbury Crossing

Canty Sues Railway Over May 14 Collision

In the Superior Court the suit of William Canty against the Lynn and Boston railway claims a May 14, 1896 collision in Haymarket square. Canty says as a passenger he stood on the tuning board and his right leg was crushed between car and wagon hub. Jury out.

Superior Court William Canty The Lynn & Boston Railway Charlestown Haymarket Square American Express Company

Ladies Auxiliary June reception at 6146 Washington St

The Ladies Auxiliary plan their annual June reception at the hall 6146 Washington Street on Tuesday evening. The event opens with progressives whist and a musical literary program by members with an orchestra, followed by refreshments and dancing. Directors strive to make it the year’s most enjoyable gathering.

Washington Street

Ten Men Die In Maesteg Colliery Cage Disaster

A collapse at the Garth colliery in Maesteg Glamorganshire Wales occurred when the cage plunged 60 feet. Ten men were killed in the accident reported from London dated June 11.

London Garth Maesteg Glamorganshire Wales

Baldwin Place Synagogue Hosts Emilia Cohen Zarah Levin Wedding

Miss Emilia Cohen and Mr. Zarah Levin were married at Baldwin Place Synagogue with Rabbi Margolis officiating. The groom, bride, attendants, and relatives celebrated with a reception at 7 Minot Street featuring a cream satin gown, orange blossom veil, and lilies of the valley bouquet.

Baldwin Place Emilia Cohen Zarah Levin Margolis Davidson Lotta White Dorah Cohen Isadore Cohen I. Susman E. Cohen Anna Davidson Minot Street Wallace Kean Mrs. Stone Sophia Bessie Kahn Rabinovitz Miss Borenstein Miss Shefrin Miss Natherson Joseph Shapino Alexander Kahn Mr. Miller A. Recaach

Memorial Service for Captain Albert E. Proctor

The Fusilier Veteran Association plans a memorial service for Captain Albert E. Proctor at Baptist Church East Boston on Sunday afternoon June 20. Orations by Comrades Scott and Camrell, music by Mrs Jean Shurtleff Wilson and others, a poem read by Miss Burgess, escorted by Fusiliers band, with Post 7 G A R and other comrades attending.

Fusilier Veteran Association Albert E. Proctor Baptist Church Central Square East Boston Scott Camrell Jean Shurtleff Wilson Bateman Frank N. Scott Miss Burgess Everett Mass Captain Proctor Fusiliers

George L Spear Dies in Randolph Vermont

George L Spear prominent lumber dealer in Randolph Vermont dies of heart trouble at home. He was a native of Braintree and once a miner in Oregon. A Chicago delegate in 1884, he helped notify Cleveland and Hendricks of their nomination and served as Vermont internal revenue collector under Cleveland.

Randolph, Vt George L. Spear Braintree Oregon Chicago Messrs. Cleveland and Hendricks Vermont Cleveland

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