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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1895

Page

2

Irish Americans praise liberty and unity in Boston remarks

A Boston gathering of Irish American leaders extols civil and religious liberty in America, praising the Pilgrim founders and urging continued devotion to democratic ideals. Speakers, including Rev. P. J. O'Donnell and Rev. E. T. Sullivan, emphasize Irish and American heritage, rights, and duty to vote while championing peace and reform for Ireland.

Ireland James F. Sweeney P. J. O'Donnell Edward T. Sullivan P. J. O’donnel America E. T. Sullivan St. Patrick Boston Massachusetts New York George Clinton Virginia Patrick Henry Maryland

Spring Medicine Hood’s Sarsaparilla Promotes Health

The passage urges spring health through Hood’s Sarsaparilla, claiming purification of blood and destruction of disease germs as the foundation for bodily strength in the coming season. It emphasizes universal need and preventive care.

Hood’s Sarsaparilla Promises Pure Blood and Spring Health

An advertisement extols Hood’s Sarsaparilla as the only true blood purifier and best spring medicine. It claims to strengthen weakness and nervousness, prevent illness, and let readers enjoy spring and summer.

Hood

Cure for habitual constipation Hood Pillstion

A list of attendees at a meeting is followed by a quotation on civil and religious liberty as central to Irish character. Names include Fitzpatrick Sullivan McLaughhiln McNamee Reilly Fay Campbell McKellegett Dooley Laughlin Lally McDevitt Maloney Taylor Lawler Grady Sullivan Moran Cotter Devlin Fallon Drew Sullivan Casey Callahan Moran Donahoe Gallagher Molony Burke Morrissey Flood Ryan Donahoe Ford Martin Daly.

John B. Fitzpatrick John Sullivan Francis J. McLaughhlin John McNamee James A. Reilly Thomas Fay Joseph A. Campbell R. J. McKellegett William J. Dooley Edward A. McLaughlin Francis Lally T. F. McDevitt F. 8. Maloney Williaa Taylor Thomas J. Lawler Patrick J. Grady William J. Sullivan Lawrence William J. Houghton C. M. Smith Philadelphia John J. Molony Joseph V. Gallagher John J. Daniel Gloucester James Campbell James F. Millen Peabody William W. Doherty John B. Moran James FE. Cotter J. H. Devlin J. Otis Fallon George W. Drew John A. Sullivan James D. Casey John F. Callahan M. McManus C. P. Donahoe Richard J. Walsh George R. Swasey J. A. Barry Washington, D. C John H. Burke E. A. Morrissey Thomas W. Flood Thomas Ryan Michael T. Donahoe John IF. Ford John B. Martin John A. Daly

Three Good Fellows Visit Boston Celebrities

At an Irish charitable banquet the Parker House hosted an informal reception for Judge Smith, John J. Maloney, and Joseph V. Gallagher. Boston friends made their trip pleasant. they plan short stays, Gloucester visits, Jamaica Pond testing the Morning Glory life preserver, and a Wellesley College visit for Mr. Gallagher.

Parker House Philadelphia Judge Smith John J. Maloney Joseph V. Gallagher Boston Gloucester Maloney Jamaica Pond John J. Daniels Wellesley College Gallagher

Anniversary of Ireland’s apostle celebrated by AOH Chelsea

Division 10 A. O. H. Chelsea held a gathering in Hibernian Hall Granite block last evening with over 300 members and guests. Patrick E. Greene presided, toastmaster Thomas Lane spoke, and John A. Ryan of Boston addressed the toast “The United States of America.” Several speakers followed including Marcus M. Merrett Dennis A. O’Brien and others.

Ireland Chelsea Hibernian Hall Boston Patrick E. Greene Thomas Lane John A. Ryan Division 1 United States of America Patrick Greene Marcus M. Merrett James A. Murphy Henry A. Grady David C. Findlay James Lee Dennis A. O’brien Thomas F. Punch H. J. Mulligan Joseph Shearon John Deasey Stephen Roche Daniel Wearing

Yale Schooner Runs Aground Off Salem Breakers

The three masted schooner Yale of New Haven owned by Captain Etheredge ran ashore near Baker's Island at the entrance to Salem harbor during a northwest gale and snow. The vessel, carrying 1100 tons of coal for the Pacific Mills of Lawrence and consigned to the Philadelphia and Reading Coal Company, is leaking badly and may be a total loss. Rescue attempts by Marblehead life savers failed. the crew remains aboard as tugboats and lighters are sought to refloat it.

Yale New Haven Conn Etheredge Baker's Island Salem Harbor Marblehead Salem Boston Ltheredge Pacific Mills Lawrence Philadelphia & Reading Coal Company Belfast

Riders for Clinton-Lancaster A A a A A

Eddie Bald of Buffalo and Ray McDonald of Columbia will ride for Clinton Lancaster A A this season under gold and black. Their membership was aided by Asa Windle who coached Columbia last season and is a member of Clinton Lancaster A A.

Clinton Eddie Bald Buffalo Ray McDonald Columbia Clinton-Lancaster A. A Asa Windle Membe iClinton-Lancaster A. A

Kilrain and O'Donnell Fight Ends in Contested Draw

Steve O'Donnell challenged Kilrain in a long clash at Williams River with both men exchanging heavy blows over eight rounds. Referee Patsey Sheppard finally ruled a draw after crowd pressure and disputed calls, leaving O'Donnell praised for resilience while Kilrain seen as outmatched by age.

Steve O'Donnell Williams River Sydney New South Wales Bill Johnson Sid Wilson Dick Barker Chris Smithers Mick Dooley Ned Ryan Frank Craig John Cattenach George Godfrey Herman Bernan O'Donnell Jake O’donnell Kilrain Steve O Donnell O’ Donnell Kilirain Sheppard Jake Kilrain Greenpoint L. I Dangerous Jack John Allen Jem Goode Charley Mitchell William Sherriff Mike Cleary Chicago Jack Burke John McGlyon George S’ryer Jerry Murphy Jack Ashton Frank Herald Joe Godfrey Tom Keely Denny Killen John P. Clow Joe Lannon Jem Smith John L. Sullivan John EF. Scholes Felix Vaccquelin James J. Corbett Frank Bosworth Dick Mavel George Harris Mike Brennan G. Maguire Frank Slavin

Boston Boxing Referee Passes Bold Judgment in Drawn Bout

The article recalls a bout between Jimmy Gallagher of East Boston and Hugh Martin of Providence with a firm referee decision set against a clamor. It details Gallagher’s perseverance, Martin’s aggressive strikes, and a drawn conclusion. It then introduces Sam Tompkins and reviews Kilrain lineage, listing numerous past bouts and opponents to illustrate boxing history and referee firmness.

Boston Jimmy Gallagher East Boston Hugh Martin Providence Martin John Cattanach Tim McCarthy Spencer T. Williams Arthur Hunt Gallagher Charley Mitchell Sam Tompkins Aninny

London rule sparring ends with knockout win

In a fast paced bout, interference and fair blows shifted action between Tompkins and the Pick. A straight right from the Pick floored Tompkins, the referee counted ten and called the Pick winner. Kilrain and O Donnell later weighed in for the closing event with scores and timing by Long and Murphy.

London Tompkins O'Donnell Billy Delaney Ike Weir Jim McCabe Kilrain Jim Phelan Tim McCarty Ernest Gebhardt Nick Long Dan Murphy Patsey Sheppard O’donnell Jake O'Donnell Sage Kilrain’s Bay

Three Men Arrested After Endicott Street Robbery

Police report a swift Hanover street lockup after Daniel Bodein of 25 Endicott street was assaulted and robbed of 12 to 15 dollars a coat and vest and a $29 silver watch and chain. Suspects John Ryan, Thomas Ryan, and Patrick Murphy were identified, found with the watch, and booked for robbery. arraignment set for today.

Hanover Street Daniel Bodein Endicott Street Bodein John Ryan Thomas Ryan Lawrence Patrick Murphy Middleboro Cross Street Smith McCauley Curtis Murphy Ryan

GYPSY'S BODY EXHUMED IN EAST HARTFORD

The body of Prince Williams the gypsy was exhumed in East Hartford after a week burial to allow the widow eleven children and many grandchildren one last view in keeping with a gypsy custom. Williams left property valued over 50000 dollars.

Hartford Conn Prince Williams East Hartford

Price for Lawrence licenses set by commissioners

Lawrence officials set license fees across classes with totals inclining to 20,000 more revenue than last year. Class A innkeepers and common victuallers face 2500, second class victuallers 1500, third 1400, fourth A 500, B 2500, sixth 1, special club 500, aiming to boost income by about 20k.

Lawrence

Juvenile Charged with Forgery in Municipal Court

Joseph F Averill, 19, appeared yesterday before Judge Hardy in Municipal Criminal Court on forgery charges alleging he forged orders for paint and brushes. He was held in $2000 for the April grand jury.

Joseph F. Averill Municipal Criminal Court Hardy Averill

Codfish as Lesson in Wealth and Health

A historic codfish emblem in the legislature symbolizes preserving material resources and health. The piece argues wealth grows from the sea, health is the crown of life, and promotes Dr. Greene's Nervara as a blood and nerve remedy for preventing illness amid seasonal changes.

Commonwealth Gallilee Dr. Greene Nervara Boston Mass Greene

New Gas Fight Dominates Delaware Company Contests

The Delaware gas dispute widens from New York to Baltimore with J Edward O’Sullivan Addicks delaying the annual election until November and opponents seeking a receiver for the Delaware company. Baltimore actions signal a broad mobilization with expected filings in Massachusetts as the gas fight intensifies.

Bay State New York City J. Edward O'Sullivan Addicks Delaware Company

Watertown Town Meeting Ends in Prolonged Debate

A lengthy Watertown town meeting drew over 500 voters and ran past 11 pm as the town approved $150,000 in appropriations versus $141,000 from the selectmen. Notable actions included school funding of $29,000, highways at $15,000, street crossings lifted to $16,000, and $1,500 for street watering in addition to $6,000 each for fire protection and street lighting. The park commission was tasked to manage unused public lands as parks.

Watertown W. H. Ingraham

Edgerly Dead A Mass Mutual leader dies in New York

Colonel M. W. B. Edgerly president of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company dies in New York after influenza complications. Born in Barnstead New Hampshire in 1836, he built a long insurance career from Manchester to Springfield, directing New Hampshire Vermont and northern New York operations and serving as president from 1896. He held Democratic political roles, was active in Masonry and Odd Fellows, and enjoyed his library at home.

Springfield M. W. B. Edgerly Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company New York M. van B. Edgerly Barnstead N. H Manchester Amoskeag Manufacturing Company Pittsfield New Hamp Shire Vermont Boston Finance Committee James A. Weston Democratic State Committee Baltimore Horace Greeley Democratic Committee Aldermen Democratic National Committee Merrimac Savings Bank New Hampshire Fire Insurance Company Suncook Valley Railroad Amoskeag Veterans Grant New Hampshire Philadelphia Masonic Odd Fellows Edgerly

Col Edgery’s Daughter III Ill in New York Hotel

The daughter of the late Colonel M. V. B. Edgerly of Springfield Mass lies dangerously ill in the New Netherlands Hotel with pneumonia in New York City on March 18.

New York M. V. B. Edgerly Springfield Mass New Netherlands Hotel

Ex Congressmen Townsend Dead In Florida

Amos Townsend former Ohio congressman from the twenty first district died in St Augustine Florida after health decline following a grip illness He left Cleveland for Florida two weeks ago and had been active in the city business community Townsend was born near Pittsburg Pennsylvania around 1841.

Cleveland St. Augustine Fla Amos Townsend Twenty-First Ohio Townsend Florida Pittsburg Penn

Real Estate Covics Meeting and Area Transactions

The Real Estate Exchange held a large meeting at 7 Exchange place to address double taxation of mortgages with a committee named to present to the State House. The Globe Electric Light Company bought Clifton and Shirley streets property. The Chapin Farm Agency sold the Bates farm at Bellingham to A. E. Bullard. P. Leland sold the Claflin farm on Washington street to Frederick C. Barnard. Hall & Rock sold No 80 Huntington avenue to Dr. Frank E. Greene. the four story building sits on 3818 square feet and is assessed at 31800 dollars with a price paid above assessment.

Exchange Place A.s.porter George P. Elliott R. H. Dana State House S. Parkman Blake F. C. Bowditch George ©. Appleton J. Murray Howe Arnold A. Rand George Wheatland W. H. Aspinwall John H. Storer Luther M. Merrill John F. Newton, Jr George B. Bigelow Watson G. Cutter William B. Blakemore Robert W. Lord F. W. Balch Henry J. Bowen John C. Cobb James R Francis A. Bates Bellingham A. E. Bullard Norfolk P. ¥. Leland Claflin Washington Street George C. McMasters Frederick C. Barnard London Eng Hall & Rock Frank E. Greene Huntington Avenue Robert B. Leachers

American Wringer Co. Wringers and Sweepers Manufacturer

The American Wringer Co. located at 13 and 18 Broadway extension advertises as city manufacturers of wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. They repair all kinds of wringers and sweepers. Orders by mail promptly attended to. Telephone call Tremont 74.

American Wringer Co Broadway Extension Tremont

One Week Free Consultation by Dr Liverpool at Tremont Street

A Boston ad proclaims free week long medical consultation by Dr. Liverpool at 233 Tremont Street for chronic and obscure diseases. It claims rapid diagnosis without questions or patient info, lists vast cure tallies across many conditions, and offers free medicines during treatment with broad hours including Sunday.

Liverpool Tremont Street Boston Bright

Dorchester Resident Michael Welch Dies Suddenly

Michael Welch, a longtime Dorchester resident and former Cork farmer who moved to Boston in 1871, died Sunday morning after chest pains. He will be interred at Mt Calvary after funeral services at St Peter's Church at 9 o'clock. He leaves three sons David Patrick Edward J and daughter Miss Mary Welch. The death is attributed to a sudden bronchial attack.

Michael Welch Dorchester Mt. Calvary St. Peter’s Church Mr. Welch Mallow County Cork Irc Boston David Patrick Edward J Marshall P. Wilder Welch Mary Welch Geneva Street

Funeral for Judge P Emory Aldrich in Worcester

The funeral of Judge P Emory Aldrich was held at Union Church in Worcester this afternoon with a crowded audience. The bar and city government attended, and most members of the superior bench were present. Rev. Forrest F Emerson led the service with Rev. Daniel Merriman assisting. bearers included Chief Justice Albert Mason and Senator George F Hoar. Interment followed at Rural Cemetery.

Worcester P. Emory Aldrich Union Church Forrest F. Emerson Daniel Merriman D. D Albert Mason Brookline John Hopkins George F. Hoar Stephen Salisbury Joseph Mason W. S. B. Hopkins T. G. Kent Thomas H. Gage Rural Cemetery

Solomon Attaquin of Mashpee Dead At 87

Mashpee mourns Solomon Attaquin oldest resident and former first Selectman who served twenty one years as town treasurer. He founded the Hotel Attaquin fifty five years ago, a noted sportsmen resort. Daniel Webster dined there, a room named for him later hosted President Cleveland and Governor Russell.

Mashpee Solomon Attaquin

Griffin Cargill Announcement in Hudson and Boston

In this city on March 15, the Rev Loren B Macdonald presided over the marriage of John E Griffin of Hudson New Hampshire and Rebecca A E Cargill of Boston Massachusetts.

Griffin—Cargill Loren B. Macdonald John E. Griffin Hudson, N. H Rebecca A. E. Cargill Boston

Deaths and funeral notices in local area

Obituaries list residents from Boston area with ages and dates. Jere miah Abbott 71, Isabella Adams 27, Gren ville Temple Bishop, Edward O. Brown 58, Hannah Holbrook Carnes 92, Horan E. Chamberlin 49, George O. Chapman 42, Bridget E. Donnelly 28 with funeral plans noted for March 19 at Roxbury and St Francis de Sales Church. Henry O. Goodwin 55, Francis A. Hanaford 63, William J. Howe, M Evelyn Shaw, and M. Evelyn Shaw. Burial and private services noted for several entries.

Abbott Jeremiah Abbott Adams Roslindale Isabella Adams Bishop Roxbury Grenville Temple Brown Edward O. Brown Carnes Everett Hannah Holbrook Carnes Chamberlin Cambridge Horan E. Chamberlin Chapman Kittery George O. Chapman Donnelly Bridget E. Donnelly Tremont Street St. Francis de Sales Goodwin Henry O. Goodwin Hanaford Somerville Francis A. Hanaford Howe Randolph William J. Howe Ingersoll M. Evelyn Shaw Chandler Street Cedar Grove

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