Bones Found in Ashes Tied to Baby Braley Case
In Danbury New Hampshire authorities uncover charred bones and infant buttons in an ash box at the Braley farmyard. A spinal fragment and other burned pieces are sent to Dartmouth College for examination as the search continues with officials and villagers aiding the inquiry.
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Danbury
N. H
Elwin Braley
Braley
Frost
Dartmouth College
Alpheus Howe
Nelson L. Gifford
Frank Hoyt
Selectman Howe
Everett Smith
Grafton
Cobleigh
Davis
Claude M. Murray
Murray
Constable Smith
Endanger Many Lives Firebugs Ruin Lodging House
Four fires set by an incendiary last night endangered many lives at 96 Appleton street. Mrs Mary Hogan, nearly six, was rescued after smoke filled the building. two fires spread from basement to second floor. Fire crews, including Ladder 13 and Patrolman Vincent, battled the blaze with kerosene-soaked floors evident. Damage to the two houses is expected to be extensive.
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Mary Hogan
Appleton Street
John T. Olsen
Ladder 13
Olsen
Vincent
Station 5
Hogan
City Hospital
Julia Henry
D. H. Alden
Matilda Stoels
Lewis Halloran
Martin Flaum
C. W. Calkins
Calkins
Grady
Hussey
Donahue
Ladder 15
Rogers Petition Granted for Full Bench Hearing
In Montpelier Vermont on May 5 the state supreme court announced that the petition for a new trial of Mary Mabel Rogers has been granted a full bench hearing set for May 17. The case involves the murder of Marcus Rogers in Burlington in 1902 and a prior reprieve until June 2 to allow new evidence.
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Bell
Supreme Court
Charles J. Bell
F. D. Archibald
D. A. Guiltenan
Impure Drinking Water Prompts Acid Phosphate Claim
An advertisement proclaims Horsford's Acid Phosphate purifies drinking water, destroying typhoid germs and fevers while producing a refreshing, cooling summer drink.
Father John's Medicine Promotes Stamina Claim
An old advertisement touts Father John’s Medicine as a remedy for tiredness and run-down health, noting 60 years of use and suggesting it supports renewed energy.
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Father John
Graft charges erupt in Massachusetts merger debate
The House faces graft accusations over improper influence in passing the steam and trolley merger bill. Counsel Coolidge defends his conduct, saying he only observed from the gallery and sent factual notes to floor members. Downey Luce press for inquiry while ruling on the measure continues.
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Coolidge
William H. Coolidge
Wir. Coolidge
J. F. Downey
Cambridge
Robert Luce
Somerville
Downey
Speaker
Boston & Maine Road
Luce
Boston & Maine
Representative Luce
Massachusetts
Mr. Luce
State House
House
Pingree
Haverhill
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Connecticut
Commonwealth
Hayes
Lowell
Seiberlich
Frothingham
English Champion Britt Beats England’s White in 20 Round Bout
In San Francisco on May 5 Jimmy Britt defeated Jabez White, England’s champion, in a dramatic 20 round match. White fought cleverly for 12 rounds but faded as Britt gained a clear lead and hammered him until the referee halted the bout.
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San Francisco
Jimmy Britt
Jabez White
England
White
Britt
Jabez White Reacts To Britt Victory In Historic Bout
Jabez White states he fought the best he could and received fair play but concedes Britt is the better man. The report references the bout as the greatest international boxing match of years and directs readers to Page 8 for details.
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Britt
Milk Inspector Faces Threats as Massachusetts Cattle Culls Reported
Agent Rose of the State Board of Health tours northern Massachusetts farms inspecting milk herds. Hundreds of cattle in final disease stages are shot and 70 percent of 411 ranches fail to meet standards. Threats to Rose surface as officials mobilize police protection.
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State Board of Health
Rose
Massachusetts
Acton
Shirley
Carlisle
Billerica
Bedford
Harvard
Westford
Concord
Chelmsford
State Board
Walcott
Harrington
Gold Leaf Smuggling Ring Reported In Boston
The Post reveals an exclusive on attempts to smuggle gold leaf into Boston using laundry bundles from the Ivernia. Authorities believe a large scale smuggling network may exist with possible cross water links and past shipments evading duties.
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Post
Boston
Ivernia
Local forecast for Boston and vicinity turns cloudy
The regional forecast calls for cloudy skies across Boston and surrounding areas. Expect little or no rain through Saturday and Sunday with cool, damp conditions prevailing.
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Boston
Viciniy
Great clothing sale at F. Gray & Co. Boston
Readers urged to visit F Gray and Co corner Washington and Hanover streets for a spring clothing sale offering up to 60 percent off. Costs nothing to investigate, the ad promises substantial savings on menswear.
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F. Gray & Co
Washington and
Hanover Streets
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Danbury, N. H
President Roosevelt
Rockies
Chicago
State Armory
Bushnell
Tremont Street
Maryland
Gov't Goods
Tarragona
Lawrence
Ky. Taylor
Bostop
Merchants & Miners’ Transportation Co
Juntiata
R. H. Hirsh
FIELD
New England
Haymarket Sq
Mass
Blackstone ST
Hanover
North St
Rogers
Horsford
Mr. Rose
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