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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1899

Page

2

Mackintosh Scottish Remedy Helps Dorchester Man

John D. Morgan of 58 Rossiter Street Dorchester reports great relief from dyspepsia and indigestion after three days using Mackintosh Scottish Remedy. He describes improved sleep, revived energy, and renewed health after a period of weakness and despair. April 1899.

Mackintosh Mme Tatei John D. Morgan Rossiter Street Dorchester Carpentia Canton Street Boston Owen BE. Emerson Shawmut Street Chelsea Chas J. Jones Roxbury

Enthusiastic Clan-na-Gael Convention in Providence Attacks Imperialism

In Providence on April 30 a large Clan-na-Gael convention denounced imperialism and the Anglo American alliance. Judge Wanhope Lynn of New York urged Irish self government and education, praising Parnell and predicting England’s decline as Ireland seeks independence. The event drew delegates from Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, including several named officials.

Providence United States Shode Island Connecticut Massachusetts James H. Mellen Worcester Hugh Wee Bresnahan Boston Thomas J. Collins Thomas I. Doherty Thomas J. Devlin Joan 0. Leéevans Meds Jordan Je ML. Chainey Patrick Collins Somerville Terence Cavanaugh P. J. Shevlin Wilthamen A. Murray von Carr Thomas Clave Y Ong Whoimsoiks Wenn Gitniff Philip Connealy George S. Butler Watertown Wanhope Lynn New York New York Chamber of Commerce Lynn England Ireland America Balfour House of Commons Reland Judge Lynn Parnell

Representative Mellen on Irish History

Representative James H. Mellen of Worcester denounces the idea of Anglo-Saxons, cites Irish role in American history, opposes Philippines policy, and condemns lynching. Other speakers include Bresnahan, de oelins, Collins, Jordan and Kavenaugh.

James H. Mellen Worcester Spain Mr. Mellen America Mellen Philippines South Bresnahan Thomas de Oelins Boston Patrick Collins Bomerville M. J. Jordan Kavenaugh Providence

Fire Rages Through Dover Street Warehouse in Boston

A six story brick structure at 200 Dover Street owned by the J. W. Leebe estate burned in a massive blaze. The first floor housed a repair shop for the Boston fire department and valuable equipment. Losses are estimated at 150 600 dollars with the upper floors gutted. Reserve Officer John Lane saved children from Calvert Place area as hot air explosions rocked the surrounding buildings. Several firefighters and workers suffered injuries from flying glass and debris.

Boston Dover Street Jarrison Avenue Albany Street J. W. Leebe Loston Fire Department Calvert Place John Lane New City Bath House Fotel Turner Eust Electrical Gaslight Company Isnet and Screw Company Goodwin & Cummins Hovey & Hardy

Explosions Create Panic at a Three-Story Fire

A blaze on the third floor of a building caused a panic yesterday at 8:55 PM. Patrolman Chick of Station 5 reported a flare and glass shower as fire spread from roof to basement. Three alarms followed, eight people were injured, including George Crett of 20 Barre Street East Boston.

Station 5 Box 116 Waater Tower 1 Enugine George Crett Barre Strat East Boston Tfook

Fire devastates district building as injuries mount

District Chief Grady of 6x3 Northfield Street survived a sprained ankle and foot ligament rupture after leaping 19 feet during the blast. Firemen evacuated him and others to emergency care as debris and collapsing floors endangered crews. A 14-year-old boy on Troy Street sustained a deep facial cut from falling slate, while Edward J. Witzgerald of 164 Sixth Street suffered a scalp wound. Several officials were hurt amid the blaze as Lorraine 32 ovens weakened by falls toppled. Chief Cheswell directed operations with Dover Street crews in action.

CLO Grady Northfield Street Whiting Cre Ang John B. Walsh Troy Street Edward J. Witzgerald Sixth Street Boston Albany Street Ctheswell Widlhor Dover Street Cheswell Avas Lorraine Santo Albany Evoire

Fire erupts as walls collapse and debris pile high

Chaos as beams and bricks collapse while flames engulf a structure. Chief Cheswell and crews retreat as the spot is buried in smoking wreckage. Firefighters from Station 6 complete a dangerous rescue and keep the blaze contained to the burning frame.

Officer Lane Heroically Rescues Fire-Hrden Tenants

Oliver Lane, a firefighter, sacrifices safety to rescue families from a multi‑story blaze at Calvert Place. He enters a smoke filled court, saves children and parents on upper floors, then returns to save more, carrying two children down stairs to safety.

Lane Calvert Pleaser Ciarrison Avenue Burred Calvert Place Bavk Sam Cullinane Tane Aloes

Fire destroys a neighborhood structure and endangers inmates

Firefighters battled a blaze that gutted a wooden structure at the east end, with walls burning fiercely and 20 people displaced. Commissioner Russell questioned prior safety factors as investigators review the cause and building’s age, while the department protects the site and assesses damages and safety precautions.

Canployimest Russell Atetras Cher Lie Ba ‘Ming L.S Staih Anpineér Amd

Unclear fragmentary report from street scene

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a lively scene and a notice at a street location with box 217 and inmates. Details are incomplete and names or events are not discernible.

Fire in a Boston hencoop leads to theft and burglary

A blaze at John Gavin's hencoop and adjoining house on School and Summer streets was contained after an hour, yet thieves stole jewelry worth $90 and valuables including 25 share certificates, bank books, and real estate deeds. Mrs Faunce described a 35 year old man with dark complexion, mild mustache, and wearing a derby hat as suspect, claiming an ash inspector ruse to gain entry.

School John Gavin AliShane Wes Atte Granite Manufacturing Company Flint Manufacturing Company Stafford Manufacturing Company Fall River Wamsutta Manufacturing Company New Bedford Lannett Manufacturing Company West Point Brookside Manufacturing Company Knoxville Edward P. Faunce West Newton Street Post William F. Faunce

Fire at Roxbury home blamed on boys on Girard Street

Two alarms sounded from Box 19 for a blaze in a two story frame building on Girard Street Roxbury owned by Carew freestone worker. The fire was set by boys and the loss will teach a lesson.

Girard Street Roxbury Carew. Freestone Wii Teach

Dover street blaze drives sharks to Albany street roof

Fire on Dover street sends sharks to a building corner Albany street and Broadway extension. They alight on the roof and pause a Binge before Engine Company tl crews extinguish it.

Dover Street Albany Street Broadway Extension

Awkward London East End tale of a missing memory

A London East End craftsman recalls a curious scene where a carpenter presents a photograph as a promised likeness of his son. The exchange reveals a miscommunication about remembering the man who took the photo and the intended purpose.

London East End Curate Arenter

The Longs At Church Attend Service

Secretary and family visited the Old Meeting House in Ingham for church today. Reverend John Snyder of St. Louis preached, formerly serving with Secretary Long on the local school committee, and the family received warm greetings after the service.

Ingnam Tang Jen Old Meeting House Toney John Snyder St. Louis Long Tong Nee Faiths

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