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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1898
Page
5
A dramatic wartime scene contrasts the Winchester battle with a modern remedy pitch. The piece extols Dr. Greene's Nervira blood and nerve remedy as a spring tonic to restore vitality, promising renewed strength and health and offering free consultation at 34 Temple Place Boston.
The death of actress Laura Boothe puzzles detectives as evidence suggests possible suicide by the actress and questions arise over a bloodstained robe and wall smear in her hotel room. James S. Lee, identified as a husband by another woman, was arrested on bail and claims he left Boothe and did not accompany her at the New Amsterdam Hotel.
The girl, reported to have leaped from Mr. Washington Bridge into the South Channel Wednesday night, remains in a critical condition at City Hospital. Her father says she may have been insulted and is in a state of mental aberration and on the dangerous list. A Post representative spoke with her family at 46 Gold Street in South Boston to learn the details of the incident.
Mr Spillane recalls the shock after Annie Spillane, aged 18, was hurt in a bridge incident around 6 pm. Peeples on a towboat saw her fall, and workers near the wharves rushed to help. She had been employed at the whale bone factory on Lincoln Street and was returning home by different route than usual to visit a friend.
Miss Spillane, found unconscious near the Mt Washington bridge after a fall, recalls a blank from near the bridge to hospital. She denies intentional self harm and cites fear of roughs at the bridges as a possible cause. Doctors list her as on the danger list with weak condition but improving.
A brisk note advertises Brunswick cigars as a top choice for smokers, offered through the wholesale depot of O. L. Fern & Co. with emphasis on bulk buying.
The House approved engrossment of a bill to restructure Boston city government with one Alderman and two Councilmen from each ward. The bill passed 121 to 2 as a hot topic along with expected House votes on the telephone bill and election law changes. The Senate killed a proposed limit on mercantile worker hours for women and minors over 18. A committee report proposed caucus nomination by direct plurality voting in districts within towns or cities.
Chauncey M Depew will retire as president of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad Company on April 20 and become chairman of the board of directors for multiple lines including Lake Shore and Michigan Central. S R Calloway to succeed as president. Ledyard remains Michigan Central president. Cor nelius Vanderbilt and William K Vanderbilt retire from chairmanships but stay on the boards.
Councilman Samuel Cazenove of Ward 9 hosted a quiet dinner at a downtown hotel in payment of an election bet. A. T. Donovan presented a crayon portrait of himself, then speeches and merriment followed with attendees including John Slattery John McElroy and Robert C. Murray.
A list of merchants and signers promising refunds on 50 cent bottles if cures fail and 25 cent bottles if unsatisfactory. Named names include Emery Souther and numerous Boston retailers such as Rust & Richardson Drug, George C. Goodwin, B F Bradbury, Woodward, Parker, Gammon, Biskind, Adams, Chapin, and many others.
The Gloucester schooner Sarah C Wharff capt Alexander Greenlaw landed at wharf with 10000 pounds of mixed fresh fish sold at 1 per hundredweight. Twelve aboard aided skipper to break from the Gloucester fleet and face a 200 fine for leaving the fleet. Rumors say other ships may join the act.
B. W. Stevens campaigns for judge with a plan to be vetted by the executive branch. The move signals emphasis on integrity and judicial independence. Stevens routes his message through party rallies and local endorsements.
A stream of waiters and bell boys moved between a hotel room and the bar serving absinthe frappe the worm wood green decoction. Patrons drank in a climate of secrecy and whispers as the night wore on.
The narrative describes a man named Lee leaving a hotel after a quarrel with Laura. He returned drunk late at night and caused a disturbance in Laura's room. In the morning Laura was found dead and Lee was missing.
Laura S Boothe hails from a family of performers with strong Booth kinship. Her father Rev Dr J W T Boothe, pastor of Second Baptist Church Holyoke Mass, long mixed with John Wilkes and Edwin Booth in early stage works. He moved from Maryland at the start of the war and later became a clergyman.
Governor Wolcott nominated ex-District Attorney William B. Stevens of Stoneham to succeed Judge James R. Dunbar on the Superior Court bench. Dunbar resigned some time ago.
General Nelson A Miles was honored at a Buffalo Club reception and later addressed Liberal Club members at Elliots Square about patriotism and citizen duties. The dinner avoided Spanish American War talk as a city business leaders joined military guests before Miles departed for Washington at midnight.
The Young Ladies Progress Club held its third annual ball last evening in Lawrence Encampment Hall. About 20 couples attended with a promenade concert and a grand march for seventy five couples led by Miss Annie L Krieger president and floor director with Mr. Max Alberts. Miss Grieger directed the floor with assistance from Miss Ida D Harris and Miss Bessie M Gutter man.
Information on the Fitchburg Railroad Washington Tour of April 1 is available from D. N. Bell Tourist Agent at 205 Washington Street A T Kimball City Passenger Agent Fitchburg Railroad 260 Washington Street A V Fisher City Ticket Agent West Shore Railroad 300 Washington Street or J R Watson General Passenger Agent Fitchburg Railroad Boston Mass.
An advertisement touts Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a quick cure for coughs colds and croup. A Blandon Pennsylvania reader endorses it saying the medicine is the best and always on hand. It sells for 25 cents.
Mr D P Reighard sails January with guests aboard the Barracouta to the West Indies. The yacht breaks its main shaft off Jamaica and is taken in tow to Boston by the Barnstable. Eight guests and baggage are transferred to the steamship.
The committee led by Mrs W B Kehew and others plans an April 1 entertainment to raise funds for Perkins Hall stage settings. Amateur players include Misses Foster Plympton Davis Spinney and Messrs Parker Burnham Sawyer Stratton Dugan. Music will feature Miss Rugegies Van Raalte and Mr Hecht.
The sale at S. S. Pierce's old store Tremont and Court streets features the Rosenthal Rubber Company's vast stock of over 65 000 pieces. Prices are exceptionally low as the company aims to convert the entire stock to cash quickly, causing a furor in the rubber garment trade.
The note explains that aged people thin from years of wear and torn digestion but must be fed. Scott’s Emulsion provides pre digested oil ready for bloodstream use while the body rests and hypophosphites strengthen nerves. Available from druggists.
The trial of William Scollans on obtaining city funds under false pretences goes to the jury today after testimony concluded yesterday. John B. Moran opened and closed his plea while District Attorney McLaughlin prepares to speak, as witnesses clashed over whether M. J. Coyle or Charles Coyle controlled the gravel contract with Scollans and McBride.
Dr Flower and associates offer thorough examinations and complete prescriptions with only a nominal medicine cost. Free treatment promises the same medicines as paid care, available for a short time while supplies last. Office 729 Boylston St near Exeter St, Boston. Hours 9 to 6 and 7 to 8 on weekdays, 9 to 12 Sundays.
The testimony alleges most foremen were honest but the bookkeeping was weak. Tobin’s yard is blamed for city defrauding and Young Tobin is called a known crook who fled after books were burned. The inquiry questions Mulrey Scollans Mulvey and Coyle over pay rolls and redirected teams.
The Glee Club of the Master Builders Association of Boston held a concert and reception in Paul Revere Hall Mechanics building for associate members and ladies. About five hundred persons attended. The club was organized last January with officers Ottomar Wallburg president Walter S. Gerry vice president S F Little secretary treasurer J E McCoy F C Nichols C A Clark standing committee Clarence E Hay musical director Harry C Daggett orchestra leader and A J Fairbanks accompanist.
Julia Arthur shown at the Park er House last evening as slightly improved but resting and quiet are required for recovery. Doctors say she must not play again this season. Her first stellar year endured misfortunes, including a quarrel with Mrs Burnett, a road trip, a fire destroying scenery and costumes, and a demanding season ending due to ill health.
Charles N. Bostwick charged with embezzling diamonds and jewelry from Harlan R. Leighton of 383 Washington street. Bostwick, arrested in Rochester New Hampshire, was brought back to Boston and held for the grand jury in $1000 after waiving examination in Municipal Criminal Court.
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