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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1902

Page

5

Why Be Fat Free Weight Treatment Promises Quick Normalization

An advertisement for a home weight loss remedy claims rapid reduction to normal weight without diet or medicine. It urges readers to send name and address to Prof. I. J. Kellogg of Battle Creek Michigan for a free trial package with directions, testimonials, and a plain wrap, asserting safety and natural science and promising immediate comfort improvements.

I. J. Kellogg W. Main St Battle Creek Mich

Beacon Hill Coffee Sold In 5-Lb Cans By Houghton & Dutton

Boarding house keepers and restaurant operators are pointed to Beacon Hill Coffee in 5-lb cans as the market’s most economical and delicious option, sold exclusively by Houghton & Dutton.

Beacon Hill Houghton & Dutton

Reception Extended to J J O Callaghan in Dorchester

A reception was held at 119 Stoughton Street Dorchester for cloak manufacturer J J O Callaghan returning from Cuba and the West Indies. Travelling salesmen and employees presented a mahogany table and leather chair. decorations included Jack roses and palms.

J. J. O'Callaghan Cuba West Indies Stoughton Street Dorchester Washington Street Mr. O'Callaghan Hendries

Local Names List from Marlboro and Surrounding Areas

A long list of residents and residents in surrounding towns appears, including Mr and Mrs P J Malley, Mr and Mrs J B McDonough, Dr John Dowling, Miss Harrington, Miss Walsh, Miss Shannahan, Miss Cahill, Miss O Leary, Miss McSweeney of Woburn, Miss Kennedy, Dr D J Mc Sweeney, A C Parker, William T Neilon, Harry Berrill, Mark Dowling, the Misses Dowking, Edward Shea, the Misses Shay, Miss McDonald, Miss Annie Sullivan, Miss McGrath, Mrs Crowley, Miss Kelliher, Mrs Poston, Miss Keegan, Miss Martin, Miss Gray, Miss Mulsley, Mrs O Leary, Miss Wallace, Miss Keough, Miss Murphy, Mr McGurn, Mr Thomas Downey.

Mulsley O’leary Wallace Keough Murphy McGurn Thomas Downey

Malden man arrested for handbag theft at North Union Station

John McInnis aged 42 of Malden was arrested by Station 1 police for attempted larceny of a handbag containing 40 from Mrs. Fliza Gilpatrick on Kinnard street Cambridge. The incident occurred near North Union station around 10 o'clock as Gilpatrick headed to the train house. McInnis snatched the bag and fled toward Causeway street but was chased by eyewitnesses who alerted Officer Bickford, who then detained him.

John McInnis Malden Fliza Gilpatrick Kinnard Street Cambridge North Union Station Gilpatrick McInnis Union Station Causeway Street Bickford

Five Millionaires in Harvard German Play Cast

Harvard Deutscher Verein prepares for Der Herr Senator with a wealthy cast led by S Colburn E B Ahlborn and W H Chace of Boston and Brookline P B Robinson of Boston as Mittlebach A C White the college’s wealthy manager directs the production from Dunster Hall palatial quarters as he labors long hours for a successful show

Harvard Deutscher Verein Cambridge Boston Cercle Francais Helene S. Colburn E. B. Ahlborn W. H. Chace Brookline P. B. Robinson Mittlebach A. C. White White New York Dunster Hall

Les Huguenots at the Boston Theatre

The Boston Theatre offered Meyerbeers Les Huguenots last evening with a strong cast. Suzanne Adams praised for Marguerite de Valois aria, Louise Homer noted for Nobil Signor, Lucienne Breval praised in Valentine, Ed Reszke as Marcel, Alvarez as Raoul, Journet as St Bris, Declery as Nevers. Afternoon Carmen and upcoming Tristan and Isolde on the bill with Otello, Magic Flute, Cavalleria Rusticana and I Pagliacci scheduled later in the week.

Meyerbeer Boston Suzanne Adams Marguerite de Valois Louise Homer Urbain Nobil Signor Lucienne Breval Valentine Ed. de Reszke Marcel Mr. Alvarez Raoul Mr. Journet St. Bris Mr. Declery Nevers Carmen Bill Mme. Calver i Fritzi Scheff Micaela Salignac Don Jose Mr. Scotti Escamillo

Quincy Adams Sawyer at Boston Theatre Opens with Crowd

Boston amusements fans prepare for Quincy Adams Sawyer at the Boston Theatre with a large advance sale and expect a crowded audience. The play follows a Boston aristocrat who visits a rural town and aids many, including helping a blind girl regain sight with a skilled physician. Engagement runs two weeks with Wednesday and Saturday matinees.

Boston Quincy Adams Sawyer New England

Bauer’s Fourth Steinert Hall Recital Enthralls Large Audience

Harold Bauer offered a condensed program featuring Beethoven’s Sonata in F minor Op. 67, Liszt’s B minor Sonata, and Schumann Carnival of the Animals in a stormy afternoon at Steinert Hall. Initial strong touch eased into quiet, dignified execution, pleasing listeners with mastery of distinct styles.

Harold Bauer Steinert Hall Mr. Bauer Beethoven Liszt Bauer

Vatican Officials Face Secular Trial Over $80,000 Theft

Rome report on March 19 states a secular court began hearing charges against three Vatican officials for thefts from the Vatican treasury totaling around $80,000. The case marks the first time the Vatican uses a secular tribunal. La Patria claims embezzlement may total about $1.6 million, largely Pope personal property.

Rome Vatican Ln la Patria

Fall River Six Day Race Opens With Seven Teams Tonight

Fall River March 19 The third night of the six day aero foot race began with seven teams on the track, six having dropped out since last night. Current standings list M L Ashley and Crook leading with 23 points, followed by Mulaney and Henry, Foley brothers, O'Neil and Gordon, Collins and Heywood, Jackson and Son with varying points.

Fall River M. L. Ashley and Crook Mulaney and Henry Serestrrs Ashley and Cabcy Foley Brothers O'Neil and Gordon Collins and Heywood Veees Jackson and Son

Fire destroys Fort Wayne business block. losses near $200,000

Fort Wayne Indiana reports a major blaze this afternoon wiping out a commercial block. The incident caused an estimated total loss close to $200,000 with extensive damage to multiple establishments and property. Local authorities investigated the cause and coordinated firefighting efforts.

Fort Wayne Ind

Longtime Oberlin College figure James H. Fairchild dies

Oberlin Ohio reports the death of James H. Fairchild after a several day illness. He had been connected with Oberlin College for 63 years, shaping its academic and religious life.

Oberlin Ohio James H. Fairchild Oberlin College

Harbor Board Denies Charge In Grounding Of Commonwealth

Chairman Woodward Emery of the harbor and land commissioners defended the board suggesting the Commonwealth grounded by attempting to cross shoal spots that show 28 feet at mean low water while drawing 24 12 feet. He urged Dominion Line navigators knew the channel off North End Park is only 2 feet deep over 260 feet and called the grounding a rash risk. The board aims to widen the channel to 27 feet by July 1 with approval expected from the Secretary of War. The government channel now reaches Constitution wharf and depth is 27 feet. plans extend to Hoosac Tunnel wharf to serve large steamers.

Woodward Emery Harbor and Land Commissioners Post Commonwealth Dominion Line Dominion Line Company North End Park Constitution Wharf Hoosac Tunnel

Boston Stage Busy With Opera and Variety Week

A Boston wedding at 134 West Forty-third Street joins Miss Julie Irene Higgins with Mr. and Mrs. John Vincent Higgins as host couple. The article then lists a packed slate of performances across city venues including Tristan and Isolde, Otello, Cavalleria Rusticana, I Pagliacci, King Dodo, Parada, Cap of Fortune, Morocco Bound, A Brace of Partridges, True Irish Hearts, Sam of Posen, The Penitent, Toll Gate Inn, La Traviata with Frida Ricci, Nanon, Rosedale revival, Gloriana, The Second in Command, If I Were King, Ben Hur, Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines, Kathleen Mavourneen, Zeno and Zeno, Maxine Elliott Vaudeville, Captain Webb seals act, Pat McCarthy strongman, Sam Johnson drinker, and a Calve concert with Hutcheson recital and a Townes Cayalr Band benefit.

York Irving Carroll West Forty-third Street Julie Irene Higgins John Vincent Higgins Dodo Tremont Parada Woman's Charity Club Cap of Fortune Park Theatre Rice Paula Edwards Columbia Theatre Reeves-Smith Margaret Robinson Bowdoin Square Theatre Sam of Posen Grand Opera House the Penitent Toll Gate Inn William Beach Frida Ricci Bijou Nanon Castle Square Theatre Company Hollis Sothern Ben Hur Colonial Ethel Barrymore Captain Jinks Horse Marines Miss Barrymore Kathleen Mavourneen Morrison's Grand Theatre Zeno Carl Keith Lukins Shattuck Boston Music Hall Maxine Elliott The Howard Captain Webb Seals Pat McCarthy Austin & Stone Sam Johnson Nickelodeon Ving Pong Dites Done Bostock Animal Arena Mme. Calve Symphony Hall Salignac M. Gillbert Ernest Hutcheson Secon Schubert Chopin Stuck Mendelssohn Liszt Wagner Walkurenritt

Marriage in Far Rockaway Rev Mc Namara presides

Miss Eugenia Devlin of Fordham serves as maid of honor while Eugene Simpson of Boston stands as best man. The ceremony in the bridal room is performed by Rev Father Mc Namara of the Church of the Holy Innocents with spring flowers decorating the drawing room.

Far Rockaway

Reform School Burned Near Lexington

Fire at the State School of Reform six miles from Lexington trapped 287 inmates but they are believed to have escaped. The boys' building collapsed at 1:10 am. The institution cost about $100,000 and comprises eight buildings.

Lexington State School of Reform

Wolcott Considered for Hitchcock’s Cabinet Post

Washington March 19 The Post reports it is understood Senator Edward Oliver Wolcott of Colorado is under consideration by the President as a possible successor to Secretary Hitchcock, who is expected to retire from the Cabinet soon.

Washington The

Stage Matters at Tremont and Boston Theater News

Mrs Fiske begins annual engagement at the Tremont on Easter Monday March 31 presenting welcome Mrs Hatch and A Bit of Old Chelsea. Mrs Hope tours Boston likely performing Miranda of the Balcony. Benefit for Actors Home Fund at Hollis April 3 features Drifted Part with EB H Sothern and Ethel Barrymore.

Fiske Actors’ Home Fund Hollis EB. H. Sothern Ethel Barryenore

Fires at Astor House In New York

Two fires broke out on the top floor of the Astor House within minutes of each other in New York tonight. Firemen quickly controlled both blazes, but the incidents caused considerable excitement among the guests and staff.

New York Astor House

Low Rates to Pacific Coast March and April

Advertisement notes low round trip fares from Chicago to multiple West Coast and British Columbia points including San Francisco Los Angeles San Diego Sacramento Portland Tacoma Seattle Victoria Vancouver and other cities. Tickets priced at 33 dollars with information and bookings via Northwestern line 368 Washington street Boston.

Pacific Coast Chicago San Francisco Los Angeles San Diego Sacramento Portland Tacoma Seattle Victoria Vancouver California Oregon Washington British Columbia East Washington Street Boston

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