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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1895
Page
1
The four Chinese peace envoys reached Rome and were greeted by Baron Blanc the foreign minister. They will meet King Humbert on Saturday for a formal audience.
Shanghai despatch reports high Chinese officials fleeing Wei Hai Wei and New Chwang after their fall. A Japanese squadron of sixteen ships is sighted off North Formosa with 30,000 garrisoned troops likely to land marines between Tamsui and Kilung for a combined land and sea attack.
Patrolman Howe clashed with Fred and Charles Harnden near Main street, Cambridgeport. Fred resisted arrest while intoxicated and his brother struck Howe in the right eye. Howe saved the prisoner, sprained his thumb, and required a physician as bystanders helped subdue the suspects. The Harndens face court action for assault on an officer.
Mary Ryan 35 wife of Edward Ryan 56 found in her Scituate home stabbed and beaten. Neighbors broke in after days and found her bleeding. husband alleged drunk assault with a butcher knife and then fled, missing since.
The Rev J F Leland threatens to sue the Universalist Society of Waltham for breach of contract after being hired to preach through April 1 and possibly become permanent pastor. An Augusta Maine period prior to Waltham sparked questions about his character and finances, with further disputes to be aired in court.
Leroy V. Fernald, the Lebanon maticide and incendiary, died in Alfred Jail after surviving to the end. His body will be moved to North Lebanon for interment after a brief stay at Springvale. Investigations into jail conditions and a controversial letter to his brother-in-law spark public speculation, while County Commissioner Hanscom defends prisoners’ care and bedding.
Anxiety grows in Cadiz as the Spanish cruiser Reina Regent, three days overdue, failed to reach port after leaving Tangier on March 10 with the Moorish embassy aboard.
James W. Watts, famed engraver and longtime partner of George W. Smith, died suddenly at his West Medford home. Born March 19, 1830 in Boston, he produced portraits for the American Bank Note Co and engraved works by Landseer. autographed letters from Dr. Holmes praised his craft. He lived at 13 Prescott Street since 1856, was active in the Reading Club and Knights of Honor, and his funeral is set for tomorrow at 1 p.m.
Walter Scott Hale of Haverhill claims feud with ex Mayor Gilroy over his mother legal guardian setup and supposed $ income. Gilroy calls reports fake and vows legal action while detailing Hale’s finances and alleged debt to his mother.
The Pray Sons carpet and upholstery firm fills the upholstery head role with H R Havens, noted in New York and other major cities for expert buying and business sense. His appointment strengthens offerings for budget minded and discerning buyers seeking quality.
Mrs. Gilroy attends and endorses key remarks while denouncing her brother and Hale. She blames bad company for his actions and notes her mother’s long irritation. The Gilroys are in Europe and Mrs. Gilroy, Jr., ~22, defends her brother amid family strife and threats for notoriety. Hale’s earlier threats and the Haverhill duel link this clash to local political tensions.
In Attleboro March 13 the town faces $1000 in medical bills for the poor this year, triple the prior $300. Dr Battershall faces accusations of inflated vaccination counts and coercion, while others call for a town physician salary of $300 and independent oversight at the next town meeting.
Francis Colton 387 years old, married, of 1169 Lexington Street East Boston, died in a Station 7 cell at 12 40 this morning after intoxication and repeated monitoring. An officer found him alive at 12 10 and later he was pronounced dead from alcoholism. Undertaker Sprague took the remains for the medical examiner’s viewing.
A hotel in Mackeysville six miles north of Parson s in West Virginia burned at 1 am. T D Jenkins owner and guests Squire Corley Eugene Sisson Homer Collett died in the flames. Four others probably buried J K Williams James Jenkins Jacob Confer William Wilson. Fire began in lobby from a faulty flue. Fifteen guests leaped from windows with minor injuries. Loss estimated at 3000 with no insurance.
Colonel C. G. Rowell of Boston declares sarsaparilia distinct from and superior to other medicines. He describes its pleasant taste and bitter yet wholesome profile, calling it the best blood purifier he has heard of.
An advertisement extols Dana's as a gentle thorough purifier that keeps blood clean and healthy. It claims safety for the weak and no unpleasant sensations during use, urging readers to take it for spring wellness.
Abner J. Hixon, a temperance saloon keeper, was attacked on the road from Walsenburg to Rouse and died from a fractured skull. A mob attacked jail prisoners, shooting and killing four Italians and wounding others, amid fears of further violence. Police and militia were mobilized as investigations continued.
Three Perry children ages 13 11 and 9 wander to Boston Station 2 seeking shelter. They say their stepmother left them in New York and planned to return for money before sending them to an institution. The eldest carried a note claiming to await their captains orders. Police plan to place them with the State Board of Lunacy and Charity for return to New York.
William D. T. Pattyson was fined $15 in Municipal Court by Judge Hardy for disturbing a religious assembly at Bromfield Street Church on Tuesday evening. He has prior records and appealed to the Superior Court.
James Duckett reports Post sales climbed to 20 daily and 80 on Sunday. He says a clerk borrowed papers to meet demand and asks for 1000 copies to be sent next Sunday March 16.
Robert H. Leahy of Chelmsford died suddenly in his carriage on the Billerica road tonight after a crash. The incident occurred in Lowell as he was driving, with authorities examining the scene for causes and confirming the death.
Charles P. Greenough resigns as chief counsel to the Boston Gaslight Company after 26 years of service to seek higher pay. Parker C. Chandler reportedly ceased as company counsel earlier, with the legal committee to handle ongoing professional work.
In New York Supreme Court Judge Patterson heard an order to show cause aimed at restraining Mercantile Trust Company from voting stock of the Bay State Gas companies. George A. Smith alleges there was improper handling by J Edward Addicks and related parties, with intricate transfers and bonds tied to the Boston Delaware holdings.
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