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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1908

Page

5

Cathedral Parish Reunion Brings 4000 to Mechanics Hall

The Cathedral parish held its annual reunion at Mechanics Hall drawing about 4000 past and present parishioners to honor Rev. George Patterson. The evening featured a Letter Carriers Band concert, cinema reels, whist, dancing, a midnight buffet, and a 2 am finish. Notables included Mayor Hibard and several priests. Organizers were William J. O'Donnell James Donovan and Matthew T. Birmingham with Jerome O'Neil as floor marshal.

Mechanics’ Hall George Patterson W. G California San Francisco Mayor Hibbard Patterson James McCarthy Thomas McCoy Francis Dolan Michael Scanlan John Crane Episcopal William J. O'Donnell James Donovan Matthew T. Birmingham Jerome O'Neil Joseph H. Sheehan Corps of Aids

Labor Leaders Opposed Tariff on Paper Prices

Washington May 19 The house committee continued taking evidence on wood pulp and print paper with independent manufacturers testifying. Testimony covered price trends from 1884 to 1907, wage levels in American and Canadian mills, and suggested tariff removal would harm the industry. Notable figures included Gifford Pinchot, J T Cary, James Fitzgerald, and Frank Gilbert.

Washington Wood Pulp and Print Paper Investigating Committee of the House Norris George C. Sherman St. Regis Paper Company Parks Manila & Fibre Pool Census Bureau New York Gifford Pinchot Forestry Service New Hampshire Vermont Minnesota Maine J. T. Cary Watertown N. Y International Association of Pulp Sulphite & Paper America Canada United States James F. Fitzgerald Herbert J. Brown Berlin Mills Paper Company Berlin N. H International Frank Gilbert William Bruce Pulp Sulphite & Paper Mill Workers Franklin Falls

Baby Seeks Adoptive Home After Mother Deserted Infant

A four week old male infant lies at Mrs. James F. Brady's home in South Boston seeking adoption. Brady laments the mother’s desertion after promising to return from the Chelsea fire’s displacement. She cannot keep the child and seeks a charitable home for him.

James F. Brady Rogers Street Boston

Hive Rashes Easily Healed By X Zalla Adv

To stop itching and rash spreading apply X Zalla to broken skin. The cooling soothing liquid soothes itching and speeds healing of hive rashes.

Hat Pin Incident Leads Dorothy Crawford to Two Months

In a Municipal Court session at a West End hotel, Miss Dorothy Crawford was tried after a confrontation with another guest. An attache testified she stabbed him with a hat pin during an ejection over pigs feet. The court sentenced her to two months in the House of Correction.

Municipal Criminal Court Dorothy Crawford West End House of Correction

Castle Square Theatre Taken By Gulesian and Craig

The Castle Square Theatre will open the dramatic season at the end of August under new management by M. H. Gulesian and John Craig in Boston. It will operate as a first class stock company house with top plays such as The Prince and the Pauper and Candide on the bill. Gulesian serves as treasurer and business manager, bringing his copper and architectural sheet metal background to the venture.

Castle Square Theatre M. H. Gulesian John Craig Boston The William Ashe Secret Service Charley Old Heidelberg Gulesian

Gentlemanly Rival in Love and Sentiment

A man aged 82 writes that he is nearly engaged to a 23 year old. Another man frequently courts her, while she accompanies both. The writer asks if he should inform the rival and demand exclusive time, suggesting public engagement to deter interference and a possible farewell if the girl chooses the other suitor. The tone advises fairness and clear boundaries, hinting the rival bears less blame.

Miss Champagne Tham

Man Declares Readiness For Hydrophobia Death In Week

New York May 19 William H. Marsh an aged wealthy man after being told he would die within a week from hydrophobia calmly turned away saying he would be ready when the summons came.

New York William H. Marsh

Man Faces Death After Hydrophobia Diagnosis

A man named Mr. Marsh learns he has hydrophobia after treating his bitten spaniel. Despite the grim news and a four to five day prognosis, he remains calm, saying he would rather die another way but is not afraid. The spaniel succumbs to the disease, having bitten him earlier.

Mr. Marsh

Man Pleads Guilty in Kidnapping Case in Charlestown

Genero Callelo pleaded guilty to forcible kidnapping of Josephine Hennessey on May 14. He was held in $10,000 bonds for grand jury appearance before Judge Bragg. bail could not be posted and he was committed to Charles Street jail. The victim appeared with police Lt. John Dobbyn and a friend, showing clear distress after the incident. A letter from Callelo to the woman warned of killing if she did not visit him.

Josephine Hennessey Genero Callelo Bragg Charlestown Hennessey John Dobbyn Boston Police Department Comepany Callelo James Hoy Hoy Charles Street

Merry Widow itch Kept Schools Closed in Darvosburg

In Darvosburg Pittsburg on May 19 doctors named a new school child itch the Merry Widow itch reflecting the fad. Schools in the borough have been closed due to the outbreak.

Pittsburg Penn Darvosburg

Old Dr James M Solomon Founder of Solomons Method

Old Dr James M Solomon who died September 29 1889 after fifty years of practice as a specialist. He was the sole founder of the original Solomon absorption method and the only surviving son of the famous New England Solomon. Dr William B Solomon his son and successor is a general practitioner and specialist to Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

James M. Solomon Solomon New England

Self Cure Claim for Cancer at Home Promises Quick Fix

Advertisement offers an Absorption Specific to cure cancer, tumor, or malignant growth at home without a physician. Steps claim to kill germs, draw out the cancer, heal affected parts, and cleanse the blood. A one dollar sample is offered with a 24 hour money back guarantee. Office at Luther's Corners Seekonk Mass near Fall River line with tele

Grocer A Grocer B Luther's Corners Seekonk Mass Fall River Providence Market Square East Providence

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