Coleman Holds Fast to Faith in Kelther in Faro Swindle Case
Bank clerk testifies he had thirty thousand dollars of his own at stake as George L. Coleman clings to belief that Far o swindler Big Bill Kelther is his ally. Grand jury meets today to hear case while Coleman's adviser defends Kelcher and promises recovery of funds.
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Kelther
George L. Coleman
Kelcher
Faro
Coleman
Big Bill
Keliher
New York
West Seventy-second Street
Reinhardt
Coleman and the Fare Syndicate Obvious in Confession
The report tracks Coleman’s confession about a fare syndicate led by a mysterious “Jack” and “Big Bill” Kelcher. It outlines how Frank Draper, an advertising solicitor, first introduced the scam, drawing Coleman into losses of thousands. The tale also notes Coleman's hypnotic-like control by Kelcher and the transfer of funds for gambling schemes.
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Coleman
Martin Walsh
Walsh
Beacon Street
Jack
Bill’ Kelcher
Frank Draper
Widow Seeks Understanding After Husband's Murder
Mrs Lillian Marie Glover speaks in the first and only authorized interview since her husband was slain on November 20 1909. She says she has been abused and misunderstood, notes she remained silent to avoid rumors and misrepresentations, and expects the public to know the true facts when revealed.
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Lillian Marie Glover
Post
Mrs Glover Defends Forgiveness Amid Tragedy and Gossip
Mrs Glover recounts hardships from mill work in Nonantum and laundry duties before pay. She defends herself against accusations in her husband’s death, saying she forgave him, faced public scorn, and criticized sensational headlines and rumors in New England newspapers.
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Waltham
Wes
Six More Shot in Street in Philadelphia Violence
March 8 six persons including a young girl were wounded by bullets fired from a trolley car by alleged strike breakers who rode Frankford avenue firing into crowds along the sidewalks.
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Philadelphia
Frankford Avenue
Renewed stone throwing clashes with strikebreakers on Frankford Ave
After a quiet day, stones flew on Frankford avenue as a crowd injured a strikebreaker motorman. About fifteen comrades wrecked a car with clubs, bullets then hit the crowd and a police officer. Helen May and several others were wounded as cars were driven back to a barn amid continued street violence.
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Frankford Avenue
Mill District
Bragg
Helen May
John Maloney
Michael Osborn
Frank Bromiley
Alleghany Avenue
Mayor Fitzgerald Defies Finance Commission in Public Row
The Boston mayor denounces the Finance Commission accusing it of harassing clerks laborers and Civil War veterans. He says money for schools is for the City Council and Mayor to decide after consultation. The interview follows a Palm Beach Havana trip with campaign aides and officials.
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Finance Commission
Tam
John E. Gilman
Boston
Cuba
Fitzgerald
Palm Beach
Havana
New York
Eugene N. Foss
Josiah Quincey
John F. MacDonald
William F. Gartland
Vfourth
Mayor vows support for Foss in 14th District race
Mayor Fitzgerald tells the Post he will campaign for Eugene N. Foss as a candidate in the 14th Congressional District, promising to work at the stump to secure his nomination.
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Eugene N. Foss
Fitzgerald
Quincy Passenger Urged to Seek Congress Nomination
Fellow travelers with Mayor John F. Fitzgerald from New York to Boston last night urged Quincy to run for Congress in the 14th district against William R. Buchanan.
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Eugene N. Foss
Josiah Quincy
John F. Fitzgerald
New York
Boston
Congress
William R. Buchanan
Foss Could Lead Democratic Fight for Tariff Issue
Mr. Fitzgerald told a Post reporter that both he and Foss could mount a strong district campaign on tariff and the high cost of living. They planned a conference, and Fitzgerald pledged to stump for Foss if he runs. Foss hinted at accepting the nomination if Democrats unite behind him.
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Fitzgerald
Post
Quincy
Foss
Elopers Seek Refuge After Secret Wedding Shakeup
Washington reports that Philander Chase Knox Jr and his bride eloped prompting a tense scene at the Secretary of State's home. The couple left his father’s house after being told to go back where they came from and plan to reunite with the bride’s mother in Arlington before heading to Providence. The groom intends to work if possible.
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Washington
Philander Chase Knox, Jr
Knox
Arlington
Providence
Young man faces reporters over secret marriage
The young man blamed his red hair for being found out and spoke frankly to newspaper men. He said his father was angry but hoped for reconciliation, and that he would work to support his wife after returning to Providence to gather his belongings. Continuous report noted.
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Providence
Washington
Four tons of Boston eggs seized as decomposed food
Federal authorities seized four tons of cold storage eggs intended for public bakeries in Boston and vicinity after pure food inspector Dr. George H. Adams found the shells shelled and frozen in 574 cans. The shipment from Chicago by Max Master Company valued at 1500 dollars could rise to 3000 if fresh. Information filed with Judge Dodge seeks confiscation.
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Boston
George H. Adams
Chicago
Max Master Company
Quincy
Adams
Dodge
United States District Court
New York
Dre' Ams
Philadelphia
Three Men Arrested at Automobile Show in Boston Area
A gang of counterfeiters described as well known Boston men was rounded up by U S officers after a raid at 185 Franklin street. Arrested were Frederick Hartung 30 of Somerville William Sample 41 of Brookline and Robert I Sample of Dorchester. A counterfeiting plant for 1908 ten cent pieces was found in the Franklin street building.
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Boston
Federal
United States
Frederick Hartung
Medford Street
Somerville
William Sample
Perry Street
Brookline
Robert I. Sample
William
Spencer Street
Dorchester
Franklin Street
Secret Service
Counterfeit Coin Ring Busted in Boston Plant Raid
In Boston the Secret Service raided a counterfeit operation led by Joseph A. Murphy. William Sample and Robert Sample were arrested with spurious dimes and silver. Hartung aided after a raid on 110 High Street and later at 18 Franklin Street.
Weather Forecast for New England and Atlantic Routes
March forecast shows generally fair conditions in New England Wednesday and Thursday with little temperature change. Moderate westerly winds expected for ships sailing to European ports or the Grand Banks, with fair weather noted along the route.
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Washington
New England
Grand Banks
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