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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1893

Page

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They Are Here And There Are A Great Many More To Follow

This season we have outdone ourselves Our clothing has always been the best but this time we have made grey as and the fit is the perfection of tailors art Prices 15 20 and are the proofs.

Annual benefit for Marshall Thompson by Resolute Cub

Everybody knew Marshall Thompson and friends remembered him at last evening's annual benefit under Resolute Cub auspices. The cakewalk began at 1 a.m. Committee included A Jupiter, R Walker, W Tirrell, Eu Smith, W Selden, C William, D Penno, W Moore, W Brown, B Cross, R Davis, W Carry. Bud Selden was floor director with aids C Whilliams, R Walker and B Cross.

Marshall Thompson A. Jupiter R. Walker W. Tirrell EU. Smith W. Selden C. William D. Penno W. Moore W. Brown B. Cross R. Davis W. Carry

Pardon Frees Life Prisoner at State Prison

Marion A Montgomery, serving a life term for the murder of his child in a dispute involving his wife and her companion, received a gubernatorial pardon at Thanksgiving time. He was moved immediately from the office, and guards noted his emotion and gratitude as plans for a new life in California emerged.

Marion A. Montgomery Montgomery Montnery Bridges Califormia Anguige

Edward J Flanagan Dies at Atwood’s Restaurant

Edward J Flanagan, 186 West Canton street, collapsed and died at Atwood’s restaurant on Treiuunt street while dining with friends about 9 pm. Dr Folum cited heart disease as probable cause. He worked 22 years with Washington Street glassware firm run by Richard Briggs and lived with his elderly mother. Body sent to Tinkham's undertaking and later to his West Canton home.

Edward J. Flanagan West Canton Street Atwood Treiuunt Street Eyvening Flanagan Folum Washington Street Richard Briggs Ladg Pitifug Tinkham Undertaking Establishment West Canton Street

Olneys Appointments In Justice Department

Attorney General Olney announces key changes in the Department of Justice. W G C Endicott Jr of Massachusetts becomes private secretary after Arrick resigns. Yank Strow of Arkansas named general agent succeeding Foster. Endicott is son of W C Endicott, former War Secretary.

Washington Olney Department of Justice W. G C. Endicott, Jr Massachusetts Arrick Yank Strow Arkansas Foster Endicott W.C. Endicott Cleveland Strong Gariana

Sound Line Agreement Extended By Thirty Days

The Sound line agreement which would have terminated next Saturday is extended for thirty days by consent of President De Leod, under the notice of President Parsons of the New York and New England.

Parsons New York & New England de Leod

The Chief Dependence of Those Liable to Sudden Colds

The statement notes that Dr Bull s Cough Syrup is relied upon by people prone to sudden colds, presenting a typical promotional claim for a remedy in a historical newspaper context.

Dr. Bull

Bomb explodes at United States minister's residence in Rou

At 6 30 this morning a bomb exploded at the Ancini Mattei palace in Rou, home of United States Minister Potter. The blast caused no serious damage and no one was injured. Potter told foreign minister Brin he did not believe the blast was intended to threaten the United States. Brin conveyed Italy's regret over the inconvenience to Potter and his family.

Rou Ancini Mattei Pilace United States Potter Ancini Mattei Liznor Brin Forign Aair Uped States Sisner Sisner Brin Mr. Potter

A Young Wascal Wright Held on Bail After Fire

Lewis A Wright, called a young Wascal, was held by Judge Forsyth for the land jury and set at 6000 bail. He has a Newton bar record and prior arrest for breaking and entering C H Campbell hardware store. Released on probation through the city marshal, he is small and pale with a sickly appearance and generally quiet demeanor.

Lewis A. Wright Hahaway Forsyth Wright Newton C. H. Campbell

Aged Clergyman Rev Dr Vermilye Dies in New York

The Rev Dr Thomas Edward Vermilye senior pastor of the Collegiate Reformed Dutch Church in New York died at his West Fifty sixth Street home in his ninety fifth year. Born in New York City he graduated Yale 1821 and studied theology at Princeton. In 1830 he led the Congregational Church in West Springfield Mass and later headed the Reformed Dutch Church in Albany before moving to New York in 183.

New York Thomas Edward Vermilye West Fifty-sixth -Treet Vermilye Yale Princeton West Springfield Mass Abany

Two Brothers in Dory Capsize Rescue Effort Ends in Loss

Boorupay Harper March 17. Freeman G Thompson age 33 and his brother John capsized from a dory while hauling crokster trays. Watson Brewer rescued John after a difficult effort. Freeman did not survive. John is in critical condition. Freeman’s body not found. he leaves a widow and one child.

Boorupay Harper Freeman G. Thompson John Watson Brewer Freeman Brewer

Five Flaherty Children Poisoned by Oatmeal Mixup

In Bripccroft on March 17 Mrs James Flaherty and her five children were accidentally poisoned when Mrs Flaherty used a spoon her husband had used to stir Rough on Rats in the breakfast oat meal. All became violently ill with arsenical poisoning. Doctors hope to save them.

Bripccroft James Flaherty Flaherty

Brakeman Falls From Car, Killed Near South Framingham

J Malone of Fitchburg a brakeman on the Old Colony switcher at South Framingham fell from a car tonight and was run over, instantly killed. He was about 80 years old.

South Framingham J. Maloney Fitchburg Old Colony Lund

Fair in Northern New England Snow in Southern Part

Forecast for Saturday calls for fair weather in northern New England and snow in the southern portions tonight, clearing early tomorrow. Eastern New York sees light snow tonight, then clearing with fair skies by Sunday afternoon. Variable winds shift to northerly.

New England Washington New York

Sailor John Lyons Severely Injured Crossing Railway Tracks

John Lyons 58 captain of the schooner Lyon was struck by an engine on the Boston and Maine line at Prison Point yesterday night. He suffered multiple fractures and was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital by Dr Dut for treatment.

John Lyons Lyon Boston & Maine Railroad Prison Poimmt Dut Massachusetts General Hospital

Death in barber shop on Harrison avenue hombre 38

William Brown a Spanish negro about 38 years old with no home collapsed and died in a barber shop on Harrison avenue at 5 o clock last night. Dr Fernald was notified and diagnosed heart disease as the cause. His body was taken to the city hospital morgue.

William Brown Oll Harrison Avenue Fernald

Harbor committee surveys Monument River bridge site at BuzzAnds Bay

The committee on harbors and public lands visited Buzzards Bay and viewed the proposed Monument River bridge site. They were favorably impressed and paid respects to Joe Jefferson and his family at their summer villa Crow's Nest.

BuzzAnd’s Bay Committee On Harbors and Public Lands Monument River Joe Jefferson Crow’s Nest

Hope man dies after self inflicted wound

Providence reports Albert Schofield of Hope died after cutting his throat yesterday afternoon. He was found unconscious and died at 11 o clock this morning. Neighbors deem him mentally unsound and believe the act occurred in a moment of insanity.

Providence Albert Schofield Hope Schofield

Flag torn down by trio after Groton street blaze

A burning on Groton street midway between Washington and Shawmut avenues led to a flag being torn down by three passing men. The crowd gathered to witness the act as the flag was ripped into ribbons used for a cone.

Groton Street Washington Shawmut Avenue Moon

Salva tion Oil Brings Bruise Relief Not New Arm

A terse note claims Salvation Oil cannot create a new arm, but it can heal bruises. The message emphasizes its soothing effect for injuries rather than any transformative cure.

Babbitt case hush falls as old man’s blinds go down

In Mansfield on March 17 reports on Mrs Klebes travel to Boston after a transfer wagon visit and the Babbitt estate dispute. Isaac Tucker is accused of pressuring the old man for money while maintaining a private upper story office. Neighbors report no clear proof of Tucker’s wrongdoing, but tensions rise as relatives insist no debt exists.

J Mansfield Mare Hollen Tucker

Body of Odiorne Found After Ames Building Fire

The last missing man from the Ames building ruins, Charles T. Odiorne, is identified by a ring and a damaged watch. Workmen locate the body ten feet from the previous find. Odiorne’s brother and a dentist confirm identification. Debris clearance continues as insurance claims remain unsettled. George Cohen handles stock sale to partly settle firm claims.

Charles T. Odiorne Ames Mr. Oborne Jones Lagrange Street Odiorne Lincoln Street George Cohen York Broon, Durrell & O New York

Remarkable Roxbury Triplets Born to Young Couple

Lizzie Bishop aged 12, daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward Bishop of Roxbury, married less than a year to Henry Hinckley, gave birth Sunday evening to triplets two girls and a boy. Girls weigh eight pounds each, boy seven and a half. Mother and babies healthy. Father overwhelmed with congratulations. news draws visitors from surrounding farms despite no railroad access.

Mr. Bishop Roxbury

Green to Fight Daly for New England title in Boston

Amsterdam March 17 Jack Green leaves for Boston to sign for a 15 round lightweight title bout with Mike Daly of Bangor Maine. He will begin training in Boston for a later bout with Jon Harmon for the West Side Athletic Club New York on March 2.

Amsterdam N. Y Jack Green Boston Mike Daly Bangor New England Green Jon Harmon West Side Atlletic Club New York

Griffin Dixon fight bet placed for 120 pound limit

Jimmie Carroll announced that $2500 has been placed with D J Blanchard in Boston to bind a match for Johnny Griffin with George Dixon. Weigh in at 10 o clock for 120 pounds or 122 at 4 p m on fight day. Griffin backers range from $100 to $100000 on Griffin.

New York Jimmie Carroll D. J. Blanchard Boston Johnny Griffin George Dixon Griffin Carroll

Captain Charles F. Edson Dies in Lynn Pecked War Veteran

ANOTHER VETERAN GONE Lyvy March 17 One of the most prom inent business men of Lynn and Peabody Captain Charles F. Edson of the firm C F N W Edson died at his residence 386 Essex street He was a veteran of the late war contracting through exposure injuries resulting in heart disease The deceased leaves a widow and two daughters.

Gladstone Appears in Commons to Cheers on St Patrick's Day

Gladstone reappears in the House of Commons after illness to cheers. Irish members and many British Liberals wear shamrocks in their buttonholes in honor of St Patrick's Day.

London Mr. Gladstone House of Commons

Banquet of Charitable Irish Society in American House

The annual Charitable Irish Society banquet at the American House featured a decorated dining hall with flags bunting and floral arrangements. Shamrock sprigs from Dowth Castle marked each place as a gift from the O'Reilly family. A central harp arrangement and lavish floristry framed the event with dignified festivity.

Charitable Irish Society Dowth Castle John Boyle O'Reilly Governor Russell Collector Beard

Special Exhibition of Columbian Furniture and Draperies

Announcement for a six day special exhibition March 20 to 25 1893 showcasing Columbian year furniture and draperies. Emphasizes radical design changes emphasize simplicity natural woods burnished metal and wax finishes with over 400000 dollars in goods. Invites past and present customers to visit during opening week.

Percier Napoleon Pugin Empire School

All Cars to Northern Depots Pass Canal or Friend Street

All vehicles destined for the Northern Depots may enter via Canal Street or through the Friend Street entrance, as directed by the transportation office for efficient flow and safety.

Canal Street Friend Street

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Browning, King & 60 Washington St Cor Kneeland GC Garmon Lincoln Corner Beach St United States Hotel Cgentlemen Chas. Green & CO Harvard Jarvis Holmes Hovey Sullivan Abbot Law School Gibson Messenger Boy Frederick O’brien East Canton Street Leggett Western Union Telegraph Company O’brien Parker House Telegraph Company Marsh Thompson Tremont St Cafe Coinnecte U. S. Vieth Yeterda Kentucky Italy Wascal Dea Trat Buzzard's Bay Bridge Scalous Irs Urs. Kleres Miser Babbitt Mansfield Mr. Tucker Billy Smith Lynn San Francisco Billy Henn Asey Northwest Smith Tom Wiliams Australia Coney Island Will Handl Smith Williams Mr. Hickey Nahant Krene N. H Benjamin F. Lombard Swanzey Gladstone Mellin Ireland
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