Salem's United States Custom House Ownership
Salem records reveal the city of Salem owns the United States Custom House on Derby Street after an 1874 auction seizure for sewer taxes. Nathaniel Hawthorne worked there and used it as a source for the Scarlet Letter, though federal officials dispute city rights to seize federal property.
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Salem
Essex County Registry of Deeds
United States Custom House
Henry I Cross
United States
Derby Street
United States Treasury Department
Beverly
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Custom House
L. E. Millen
Stephens Dead Former Fenian Leader Passes Away in Dublin
Dublin obituary recounts James Stephens born 1823 Kilkenny. Noted as head centre of the IRB, arrested November 11 1865, staged a dramatic jail escape with aid from Byrne and Breslin, fled to Scotland and Paris, later lived on a fund raised by Patrick Ford and Michael Davitt.
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James Stephens
County Kilkenny
Ireland
Irish Revolutionary Brotherhood
Stephens
Head
Dublin
Charles J. Kickham
Hugh Brophy
Edward Duffy
Richmond Bridewell
South Circular Road
Tom Kelly
Stephen
Richmond Jail
Daniel Byrne
John Breslin
Bryne
Colonel Kelly
John Flood
Ringsend
Dublin Bay
Belfast
Kilmarnock
Scotland
London
Paris
Byrne
Breslin
United States
Patrick Ford
Irish World
Michael Davitt
George A Fuller Company Reorganized to File Charter
George A Fuller Company to file a certificate of incorporation in Trenton New Jersey tomorrow. The reorganized firm will have a capital of 20 million dollars with 5 million in preferred stock and 15 million in common. The company has built many large steel skeleton buildings in major U S cities.
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George A. Fuller CO
New York
Trenton
N. J
George A. Fuller Company
United States
Best Hopeful Salem Man Faces New Trial After Verdict
John C. Best remains firm after his murder conviction as reports suggested breakdown. He skipped breakfast briefly due to late night, later ate with appetite. Friday bath, shave, and a brief visit from junior counsel N D A Clark followed. Best expected jury disagreement and calls the verdict a stunning surprise, optimistic for a new trial.
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Salem
John C. Best
N. D. A. Clark
Best
Omega Oil at home remedy for pain relief
A dry towel followed by rubbing Omega Oil on the painful area is advised to aid absorption through the skin. If pain persists apply oil on cotton and bind overnight. Some cases require multiple treatments, others respond quickly. Omega Oil is sold in drug stores and by Omega Chemical Co. at 257 Canal Street New York.
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Omega
Omega Chemical Co
Caneal
New York
Soc
Relief for Stiles Faces Public Warning by District Attorney
Lynn March 29 William H Stiles chief witness against John C the convicted murderer of George E B Bailey faces intensified threats though district attorney Peters pledges full protection. Peters will issue a public warning and authorities urge calm as neighbors express support while Stiles or his family receive no official complaints.
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Lynn
William H. Stiles
John C
George EB. Bailey
Peters
Mr. Stiles
Stiles
Revere Police Chief Case Seeks Court Review
Exceptions filed in the Supreme Court challenge a ruling in the Revere police case. Counsel argues the board should restore Chief Ray to office and that the civil service act extended to town police and fire forces requires a hearing before removal. Knowlton ruled the town’s vote on the proposition was not legal and the issue should have been addressed at town meeting rather than the election.
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Sureme
Revere
Ray
Board of Selectmen
Knowlton
Akron Factory Fire Destroys Diamond Pottery Plant
A fire gutted the Diamond Pottery Company's plant in Akron triggering oil soaked waste fire sources. Earlier an attempted dynamite blast at Robinson Merrill pottery was thwarted by watchmen. Police suspect a lone lunatic behind the acts as oil waste was found at other factories.
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Akron. O
Diamond Pottery Company
Robinson-Merrill Company
Youth Arrested in East Boston Larceny Case
Charles H. Gray aged 20 of 9 Winthrop street East Boston was arrested Thursday afternoon on charges of stealing clothing valued at 45 dollars from R. J. Rawlings of 12 Meridian street.
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Charles H. Gray
Winthrop Street
Boston
R. J. Rawlings
Meridian Street
Postum Turns Coffee Addict to Health Many Find Delight
A Columbus, Ohio man explains lifelong coffee dependence harmed health including nervous breakdowns and insomnia. After doctors advised quitting coffee he switched to Postum Food Coffee and reports restored strength, improved digestion, and renewed health. Friends and neighbors also benefited by abandoning coffee for Postum.
Gloucester Fishermen Pick Fast Schooners for Hull Regatta
Gloucester fishermen plan to enter seven or eight of their fastest seiners in the Hull Massachusetts regatta race. The Grayling of the Merchant fleet, at 120 tons and 98 feet, is highlighted as a top contender with captains Cameron and Spurling backing her rivalry against Boston boats.
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Gloucester
Hull Massachusetts
D. B. Smith
Orlando Merchant
Grayling
Benjamin Spurling
Margaret Haskins
Francis Whalen
Mary Powers
Boston
Christopher Cameron
WILL NOT CLOSE Boston hotel owner defends United States Hotel
In a letter to the Post Tilly Haynes asserts the United States Hotel will not close. He says the property is large with 440 rooms and profitable, with a three year lease signed at a high rent and planned expansions. He disputes rumors of foreclosure and a large nearby business block, noting Boston differs from New York and promising continued operation for at least three years.
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Boston
Post
United States
Wnimore
New York
Tilly Haynes
Hills Refuse Comment on Burlington Purchase
In New York on March 2 James J. Hill and son James N. Hill declined to discuss the reported Burlington purchase. At J P Morgan & Co no information was available. President Mellen of the Northern Pacific denied knowledge of a possible consolidation involving Trislice, suggesting it could be driven by top Northern stockholders and others with no official word. Mail and Express cites bankers who expect a deal valued around 180 in cash or bonds for Burlington stock.
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York
James J. Hill
James N. Hill
Great Northern R. R
Burlington
J. P. Morgan & Co
Mellen
Northern Pacific
Tris Linc. E
Northern Ific
Mail and Express
Mexican Central deal still a mystery in New York
In New York on March 2 the identity of the interests believed to have secured a majority of the Mexican Central railway shares remains conjectural. W. L. Stow & Co., the intermediaries in the negotiations, said final negotiations would not be concluded before next week.
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New York
Mexican Central Railway
Stock Exchange
W. L. Stow & Co
Austrian Reichsrat backs copyright treaty changes with Germany US
In the lower house of the Austrian Reichsrat a resolution was adopted urging government to modify treaties with several nations following the German convention. The focus is on adjusting the United States treaty for protection of musical works. Quaker Oats is coming to town.
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Vienna
Austrian
Reichsrath
Germany
United States
Winners of Coupon Race Named in Sunday Post Contest
The Sunday Post prints the past week’s successful competitors in the coupon race. Checks will be sent today to all prize winners as the third week ends. The two remaining heats promise strong competition for the Sunday Post prizes. A new contest begins with tomorrow’s coupon. Encourage supporters to order in advance due to high demand.
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Sunday Post
New England
List of Successful Competitors This Week
A compiled roster lists numerous winners with names and addresses across Marblehead Dorchester Chelsea Salem Revere Everett Lynn and Roxbury. Notable entries include Wm B Brown Kitty F Doonan Abe Shankman and Samuel Sharasefsky among others, reflecting wide local participation and recognition.
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Wm. B. Brown
Marblehead
Kitty F. Doonan
E. Cottage St
Dor
Ruggles St
Thos. Kiley
Praeats St
Michael Andleman
Spring St
Geo
A. Wickson
Sumner St
Guy P. Rounsefer
Forest St
David B. Wolff
Brighton St
James Shannon
Vernon Pl
Rex
James Craven
Brookline St
H. M. Landisman
S. Margin St
W. Sullivan
E. Seventh St
S. B
Otto C. Zink
Hanson St
Sam
Mary Curtin
Cottage St
Frank Wallerstein
Chelsea St
EB. B
Reddy
Roselia Dooley
Woodbine St
Sams
Louis Zurbach
Pearl St
Lynn
Chas. G. Countie
Highlang
Louis Hart
Postoffice Sq
James H. Crowley
Decatur St
B. S. A. Landisman, 46 Norman st. Max _L. Terphansky
Hale St. Thomas
B. Ward
Pratt
Rox
Myer Levine
Brighton St. Bernard Carolan
Eliot St
Miss Kittie Donnelly
Rogers Ct
Mae Driscoll
Medford Et
Chen
Messenger
Old. State House
Walter Jensen
Savin St
Thos. L. McCarthy
Becknell Ave
Romy Chas
Prize Sweepstakes Encourages Early Entry for Weekly Awards
Do not delay to enter as sixty eight prizes will be awarded weekly and paid by check to winners. You may combine with friends or classmates, but coupons must be mailed under one name. Early participation may yield prizes in the initial weeks, and small coupon groups may win first.
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Boston Sunday Post
Daily*Post
Sunday Post
Steve Brodie Will Filed Leaves Estate in Trust
New York March 29 The will of Steve Brodie was filed today executed June 8, 1900. It leaves all property to his eldest daughter in trust until the two younger children reach age, then equal division among three. Estate includes about $75,000 in real estate in New York City Harrison J and Hollywood New Jersey and about $30,000 in cash.
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New York
Steve Brodie
Harrison, J
Hollywood
N. J
Talk of Habeas Corpus for Nelson Jones in Murder Case
In Middlebury Vermont March 29 talk grows of habeas corpus to free Nelson Jones from jail until a hearing on the murder charge of Ida Fosburgh. His lawyers Stickney of Bethel and Fish of Vergennes fear the delay in scheduling the preliminary hearing. State’s Attorney Donaway’s absence is unexplained, raising a likelihood that counsel will seek a writ.
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Middlebury
Nelson Jones
Ida Fosburgh
Shoreham
W. B. . Stickney
Bethel
Frank L. Fish
Vergennes
Donaway
Jones
Vendette
Doherty Notice of Death in Nashua New Hampshire
Caroline C. Doherty daughter of the late Michael Doherty of Boston died suddenly at six oclock on March 29 Funeral notice to follow. Moffett Chelsea Raul F Moffett aged years 6 months funeral Sunday afternoon from 73 Clinton street relatives and friends invited.
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Doherty
Nashua
N. H
Caroline C
Michael Doherty
Boston
Moffett
Chelsea
Raul F. Moffett
Clinton Street
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U. 8B
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Law
F.L. Wolford
Columbus
Postum
Central America
Richard Wilhelm
E. Main St
James Neukamp
E. Fulton’ St
United States Hotel
Old Stand
Hill
Cornelius. Heyl
McLean Shoe Co
Cor
Spring Lane
Postoffics
Andrew Andersson
Ote Clarendon
Tremont Street
Boston Press
Clarendon
Campania
Queenstown
Cunard Line Steamahy
J. M. W. Durant
Durant
Fg Ieee Nip
Washington Tours
Pennsylvana Wercer
de sxDappes
Wit
D. N. Bell
I Ccuriat
Washington Street
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E. Gately & Co
Hollis
LOS Angeles Co
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Franklin Street
Sampson, Murdock & CC
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