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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1900
Page
5
A fragment argues that saving by staying home is not true wisdom. It claims cutting costs like using Ivory Soap with free alkali may cause damage to household surfaces. The piece questions whether such economy is truly wise.
A large assembly of fraters gathered in the Masonic Temple East Boston for the inspection of William Parkman Commandery No 28 Knights Templar by Eminent Sir Freeman C Hersey grand senior warden of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The visit featured a banquet and formal reception with 46 escorting officers and a substantial suite, including many eminent knights from various commands.
Kendall Pollard longtime Swampscott water works superintendent vanished after leaving home last Saturday. Police note his wife’s ill health and a prior unexplained departure two years earlier. A woman of about 20 was seen with Pollard in Lynn before he withdrew funds from the Lynn Institution for Savings, sparking fears of a planned trip to Denver.
For the first time since their organization the Pop concerts are outside Music Hall and begin their fifteenth season in Mechanics Building. The large hall is used with a central reserved section for those at tables and an outside area for promenaders.
An old advertisement promotes Cascarets Candy as a safe remedy for infant digestive issues. It claims mild laxative effects for babies and suckling mothers, without griping, and offers a booklet and free sample from Sterling Remedy in Chicago, Montreal, or New York.
Spectators praise larger enclosure with 220 tables, enhanced walking areas, and better balcony sightlines. Improved ventilation through skylights cools the hall on warm nights. Max Zach headlines a strong program as Boston patrons include Upham Guild members and notable locals.
The funeral of Cornelius P. Keeler, a well known former furniture manufacturer who died in Chatham, was held yesterday afternoon at Mt. Chapel. The services were simple and well attended, with about fifty people in the congregation.
Henry S. Robinson of New London was acquitted by a Superior Court jury after a three day trial in Willimantic Connecticut. He faced charges of attempting to blackmail Rev. John H. Mellish of Killingly, father of Bertha Mellish who disappeared from Mount Holyoke College two years ago. Mellish had offered a $500 reward for his daughter's recovery. Robinson wrote threatening letters to obtain the reward.
Reports from Portici Italy say Mt Vesuvius eruptions are now infrequent with only cinders being emitted. Authorities deem the eruption period terminated.
Dr Francis H Barnes of 1519 Washington Street reported a dress suitcase stolen from his rooms in a break-in to police. The incident notes his name and address with the missing item.
James Carroll aged 2 percent years living on Hillside Street Blue Hills Milton fell from his wagon at Centre and St John streets and was fatally injured wheels passed over his head he died at City Hospital He worked for Peter McIntyre An arrest followed for assault on Mrs Annie Trakeerie at Tileston Place A woman in a delicate condition received treatment from Dr Dunn and was removed to a hospital
Mrs Pollard pleads for her husband Kendall Pollard to return after he disappears from Swampscott where he has run the water works for a dozen years. Neighbors and water board trust he may come back, while she faces hardship and public sympathy grows.
Boyle Bros. the no money down clothing pioneers expand to a multi floor spring showcase. The first floor features ladies wear with a vast cloak and jacket selection. A second floor houses children and hats while the third floor holds menswear and youth lines. The firm touts trust in customers to build a wide, loyal clientele.
A few thousand spectators braved Ulster weather to watch Ringling Bros show in Huntington Avenue tent. O Briens sixty one horse act and Lockhart's elephant act delighted children. there were clowns and a brass band. Four more performances announced.
Word from New York indicates George W Lederer will arrive in about two weeks to organize a Casino production of The Cadet Girl in late June. Grace George to star in Her Majesty in Plainfield next Monday with Forrest Robinson and Roy Sheridan in key roles. J E Dodson considers vaudeville, while Bernice Costello to recital at Association Hall. Will Harris and Frank McKee form a theatrical partnership to back a farce by John McNally with Otis Harlan and Joe Coyne, seeking Bijou and Herald Square theatres, plus a new company led by Peter Datley in Tm Himmelhof. Barbara Fidgety to be offered by Weber & Fields at Tremont with many noted actors. C M Brown showcases bicycle tricks in Wythe Hagelle. D W Arthur to debut The Battle of the Strong next season.
In Boston this afternoon Mrs Langtry offers an extra matinee of The Degenerates at Hollis with a Khaki costume recitation The Absent Minded Beggar Tonight Grand Opera House reads results of the Jeffries Corbett fight. Broadway to Tokio shines at local venues Fay Templeton and others score. Our New Minister and The Lady Slavey continue. Lafayettes lamp trick at Keiths draws crowds. Rogers brothers at Hollis next Monday. Why Smith Left Home ends soon at Boston Museum. Wheels Within Wheels at Madison Square Theatre attract fans. Enoch the man fish features at Austin Stone's. Cartons comedy at Boston Museum next week. Frohmans company stars Mason and Spong in Wheels Within Wheels. many theatres announce busy week with matinees noted.
A defiant trial report states Batchelder was found not guilty after a one hour hearing in Cambridge. The case involved Deputy Chief of Police mentions and a tense admission stage before a crowd.
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