New York Press Club Fair Opens at Grand Central Palace
The New York Press Club hosts a May fair at Grand Central Palace to raise funds for its building. Opened May 1 by the Duke of Veragua by telephone, the event features a $1000 contribution from many notable figures and a goal of $100,000. The month long display is illuminated by electric lights with a central fountain drawing crowds of dignitaries nightly.
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New York Press Club
Grand Central Palace
Duke of Veragua
Chicago
Two-masted schooner wrecks near Plum Island
A two-masted schooner, likely the Brave of Deer Isle Maine, grounded one third mile north of Knobb's life saving station Plum Island. Only Captain Frank Stevens and Nathaniel Watson witnessed. Four crewmen died as waves swept away the shot line and wreck broke apart. The managing owner is believed to be S S Haskell of Deer Isle.
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Newburyport
Brave
Deer Isle
Maine
Knobb
Plum Island
Frank Stevens
Nathaniel Watson
S. S. Haskell
Dear Isle, Me
Stevens
Council to Count Seventh District Ballots Next Thursday
The Executive Council will count the seventh district special election ballots next Thursday at 11 AM. Tally sheets will be examined with expert clerks assisting, and a speedy decision is expected after the Secretary of State receives all returns.
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Executive Council
Armenian College in Marsovan Arrests Stir Concerns
A Constantinople letter dated April 21 reports Washington directing the American minister to limit protest over damage to Marsovan College. It notes the arrest of two Armenian teachers at Marsovan and claims recent Vilayet disturbances were caused by the teachers' machinations. Dr. Herrick returned to London before the shift.
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The
Daily News
Constantinople
Thompson
Washington
Porte
Marsovan College
Herrick
Vilayets
Wrath of Stony Brook Flood Damages South End Homes
Heavy rain caused Stony Brook to flood basements in the South End. Water overflowed traps and backed up through sewers, damaging Ruggles Street homes and the Oak Grove Farm Creamery and Orphans Home. Gates and a relief sewer reduced flooding after 6 am, with the area likening it to the eight year flood.
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Stony Brook
South End
South Ind
Roxbury Crossing
Ruggles Street
Willow Park
Shawmut Avenue
Cabot
Westminster Streets
Oak Grove Farm Creamery
Orphans’ Home
Cabot Street
Irish Nationalist leader Dr Charles Tanner critically ill
London May 4 Dr Charles Tanner MP for Middle Cork is reported critically ill in London. The noted Irish Nationalist figure and parliamentarian faces a grave health condition prompting concern among supporters.
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London
Charles Tanner
Middle Cork
Vennard Denies Kidnapping Plot In Melrose Case
A Boston family dispute over Henry Smith of Melrose centers on guardianship and alleged pressure to move the heir to Louisiana. Vennard and ally say no kidnapping occurred and claim Dr. Clark seeks control of the property. Smith reportedly preferred Louisiana options. Vennard sent his son to Boston to check on a meeting.
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Henry Smith
Melrose
Louisiana
Vennard
New Orleans
Young Smith
Smith
Boston
Khiva Sails with Pilgrims Then Destroyed Off Arabian Coast
A British steamship Khiva carrying a large crowd of Mahometan pilgrims from Bombay to Mecca burned and sank off Ras Market on the Arabian coast. About 900 were saved while many others perished in the sea or flames. Details remain unclear.
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Aden
Arabian
Bombay
Mecca
Ras
Cape) Market
Arabia
American thief Curtain Arrested in London
London police arrest Johnny Curtain described as a noted American thief on a ticket of leave violation. Curtain was previously sentenced to a long term for bank robbery and diamond theft.
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London
Johnny Curtain
Ecrook
Curtain
Horse Ambulance Service at Boston Veterinary Hospital
On call at 549 Albany Col. Dedham. Horses treated and boarded at 1.50 per day. Dr. Edward C. Beckett and Dr. Daniel D. Lee listed. Abr. Wilbert Soule operates a shoeing forge at regular rates. Calls day and night. telephone 092 Tremont. Attending surgeons listed.
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Boston Veterinary Hospital
Albany
Dedham
Edward C. Beckett
Daniel D. Lee
Wilbert Soule
Tremont
Boston Doctor Claims Natural Cure for Hernia and Rupture
Dr W F Parker of 356 Columbus Avenue asserts he can cure hernia and rupture without surgery. He uses nature based methods to place organs back and strengthen abdominal muscles, contrasting with surgical options including skin burn and platinum shoe treatments. He has thirty-two years of Boston practice and avoids heavy advertising or testimonials.
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W. F. Parker
Columbus Avenue
Boston
JasMer
Parker
America
Chinese in Boston Lose Final Chance to Register Under Geary Act
The Geary act requirements closed with 4 pm yesterday in Boston Federal Building. Deputy collectors prepare papers for Washington as Chinese workers nationwide resist registration. Local merchants Charley Wang Sing and Sam Wah Kee voice opposition, but most residents decline interviews. a New York test case begins next week.
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Boston
New York
Charley Wang Sing
Harrison Avenue
Sam Wah Kee
Washington
Mayor Matthews Faces Gas Probe as Hearing Adjourns
Boston gas investigation continues with Mayor Matthews under cross examination. Dillaway pushes for broad evidence while committee aims to wrap up today. Witnesses include Ben Stevens and Elisha Converse. dispute over Brookline Gas Company contract and lamp costs outlined.
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Dillaway
Matthews
Mr. Dillaway
Benjamin F. Stevens
New England Mutual Life “Insurance Company
Paul H. Kendricken
Jacob A
Brookline Gas Company
Emory
Brookline Company
Was
George Fred Williams
Williams
State House
J. E. Addicks
F. P. Adddicks
New York
Boston
Dr. Emery
McClintock
Stedman
Massachusetts
Delaware Company
Addicks
Alabastine Wall Coating Offers Sanitary, Permanent Finish
The article urges alabastine as a preferred wall coating over wallpaper and paints for domestic walls. It forms a permanent cemented layer, resists aging and peeling, contains a sizing component, and hardens like plaster when exposed to weather. Ready-made non-poisonous tints are sold nationwide and mixed with cold water for brushing.
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Michigan State Board of Health
N. E. Branch Alabastine CO
Iligh St
Boston
United States
Unique World’s Fair Display Draws Crowds in City Window
Police and officers guided crowds as they watched a grand illumination in the Central Vermont and Grand Trunk railway office window. The display was described as unique and the only one of its kind in the city.
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Central Vermont and Grand Trunk Railway
Bicyclists Seek Quality Sweaters At Jordan Marsh Store
The article notes cyclists and other athletes demand good sweaters and affordable prices. It highlights Jordan Marsh & Co. offering a wide range of styles, sizes, colors, and prices so athletes can buy gear and still afford essentials like bread.
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Jordan, Marsh & Co.’s
Hood's Sarsaparilla Restores Mobility After Rheumatism
A Hoboken boilermaker recounts long helpless illness from rheumatism. He describes paralysis of hands and feet, hospital time, and heavy costs before Hood's Sarsaparilla enabled him to rise, stand, and walk again after one bottle and continued use.
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W. & A. Fletcher Co
N. River Iron Works
Hood
Hoboken Worker Testifies to Recovery After Illness
A Hoboken man named C. M. Heyer describes illness and steady recovery with proof from fellow workers and his employing firm. He asserts full restoration and offers witnesses to corroborate his condition.
Clock Coupon Rush At World’s Fair Contests Ends Soon
With only three days left, readers flood the Post counting room to submit World’s Fair coupons. Early arrivals race to claim the umbrella prize as Kaiser Wilhelm is rumored to attend, while two spots remain for the clock contest.
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Cleveland
Chicago
the Post
Boston
Ayaa
Kaiser Wilhelm
Storm Causes Damage at Charlestown Park and Surrounding Homes
Heavy rain on Wednesday evening damaged the new Charlestown park atop Bunker Hill. Water eroded Medford street slope earthworks and large ruts formed. A thirty foot stretch of a heavy granite retaining wall at Frothingham school on Prospect street collapsed, smashing fences and injuring the foundation of Dennis Murphy's house, with debris into Tremont street yards. The wall stood about fifteen feet high, separating the school yard from rear properties.
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Charlestown Park
Bunker Hill
Medford Street
Frothingham
Prospect Street
Tremont Street
James Coffee
James Moran
Kenney
Dennis Murphy
Rutland Hospital Finds Pierpont Site For New Building
Rutland Vermont directors accept a four acre gift site from Evelyn and Julia Pierpont for the proposed hospital. The knoll overlook overlooks Evergreen avenue to Pierpont avenue with frontage 485 feet on the new street. Gift is for love of Rutland with conditions: hospital open to all citizens at reasonable rates and free from sectarian influence.
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Rutland
Rutland Hospital
Evelyn
Julia Pierpont
Evergreen Avenue
Pierpont Avenue
House of Correction
New Street
Old Town of
Townsend Remanded After Revolver Charge at Bow Street
London May 4 William Townsend appeared in Bow Street Police Court on a gun discharge charge but is suspected of intending to murder Prime Minister Gladstone. A doctor has not yet determined his mental condition and he was remanded again.
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London
William Townsend
Gladstone
Bow Street
Peixoto Outlines Public Works to Attract Immigrants
President Peixoto told Brazilian Congress that public works would be launched to attract immigrants, citing improved financial state and confidence in peace.
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Rio Janeiro
Peixoto
Cure Rupture Varicocele Without Operations by Dr Parker
Advertising copy claims rupture and related conditions can be cured without surgery or detention from work. It touts trusses as dangerous, lists supposed health harms from ruptures, and urges readers to request a pamphlet with free examinations and a one week price reduction.
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America
Bright
Johnson
Lugar
Johnson & CU
Bostwom
Hydrocele Treatment Pamphlet Offer
Sufferers from hydrocele are urged to seek cure as treatment costs are reduced during the coming week. Read a pamphlet available by request detailing affordable options and care guidance.
Sickness of Marshal McMahon Alarms Paris
The veteran Marshal McMahon former President of the French Republic is sick with influenza in Paris at nearly 85 years old. His advanced age raises anxiety about the illness outcome and his health.
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Paris
Marshal McMahon
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