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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1895

Page

2

Mrs Clark testifies of Carroll Clark kissing workers in divorce case

In Suffolk Divorce Court Belle Clark alleges Carroll Clark was habitually kissing female servants and women linked to him. She details affection for Minn ie and a man named Andrew Todd, plus conflict over Mrs Vogal and a firing incident, with testimony about a store affair and jealousy.

Carroll W. Clark Belle Clark Suffolk Minnie Howard Papa Melrose Boston Andrew L. Todd Fayette Street New Brunswick Clark Washington Street Providence Depot Fayette Todd Mr. Todd Grant

Hood's Sarsaparilla promotion and a domestic custody case

An article fragment contrasts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier and nerve strength tonic with details from a custody dispute. Testimony describes a wife threatening her husband, locking doors, a step ladder, and various witnesses about visits and custody implications, concluding with legal counsels for both sides.

Supreme Court Declares Income Tax Unconstitutional

The Supreme Court has ruled the income tax law unconstitutional with a divided 4 to 5 vote. Chief Justice Fuller and Justices dissenting reasoned that direct taxes must be apportioned. the court voids sections 27 to 37 of the 1894 acts and reverses prior decrees. Officials, businessmen, and politicians react with mixed views as to refunds and future action.

Washington Supreme Court Fuller Field, Gray, Brewer and Shiras Harlan, Brown, Jackson and White Harlan Justice Brown Jackson Internal Revenue Miller Olney Department of Justice Treasury

Evans Alive Mystery Clears in Disappearance Case

The Post reports a full inquiry into Gilbert F. Evans who vanished from his home three weeks ago. He reportedly planned the journey calmly, cashed bonds, settled debts, and was seen in New York, with his wife asserting foul play while authorities note he may be better off and not mad.

Howard Evans Europe George E. Smith Sears Francis Adams Tremont Street Adams Smith Bankers Congress Street Boston W. O. Howard Court Street

Beautiful Mme Yale Hosts Boston Theatre Reception

The Boston Theatre lobbies welcomed Mme Yale, famed beauty and hostess, as she advised guests on hygiene, skincare, and body care. She demonstrated graceful movement, urged natural beauty, and shared personal self beautifying recipes.

Boston Theatre America Mme. Yale Ben Holt Trilby Madam Yale

Salvacea Trade Mark Advertises Remedy Claims

Salvacea trade mark advertised as a remedy covering piles sore throat burns toothache wounds sore muscles rheumatism earache neuralgia in a brief promotional listing from a historical page.

Greenhood Disbarment Case Opens and Resumes

The hearing on the Greenhood disbarment case resumed before Judge Bradley yesterday afternoon with counsel Fales delivering a brief opening for the respondent. Greenhood testified as the day's first and only witness, asserting he acted in his duties as a lawyer.

Greenhood Bradley Fales Mr. Greenhood

Court rules income tax unconstitutional draws praise

New York Comptroller Fitch calls the Supreme Court ruling glorious news and a relief to the country and the Democratic party. Chemical National Bank President Williams hails the decision as sectional legislation that dampens similar efforts in the future.

New York Fitch Supreme Court Democratic Party G. G. Williams The Chemical National Bank

Boston Tax Law Rejected by Supreme Court Ruling

The Boston district faced taxable property totaling over 60 million dollars, with an estimated government income of about 1.225 million from taxable property. The new law's collection dropped to roughly 7,300 as officials reacted to the Supreme Court decision declaring income tax unconstitutional. Local bankers voiced mixed views on the ruling's impact on constitutional government and market trust.

John C. Paige L. G. Burnham J. H. Benton, Jr Supreme Bench City Hall Curtis Sanford Board of Aldermen Supreme Court State House Irwin Northampton Bliss West Springfield Barnes Chelsea Collector of Internal Revenue District of Boston Donovan Washington State Street Franklin Haven The Merchants’ National Bank William A. French Massachusetts National Bank N. P. Hallowell National Bank of Commerce Jaquith Traders’ ‘S Bank

Remains of Engineer Gernard Arrive After NY Eleveted Death

The remains of George E. Gernard, a young engineer once with the New York & New England railroad, arrived in the city yesterday. His body is in the care of his brother in law 8 C Reddy.

George E. Gernard New York Ninety-sixth Street Gernard New York & New England Railroad 8. C. Reddy

Trustees Meet For Aged Couples Home Events

The board met at Parker House yesterday for the last meeting before final preparations for the annual festivities. The event is set for Wednesday June 12. The next gathering will be at the home on Walnut Avenue Roxbury on June 4.

The Home For Aged Couples Parker House Walnut Avenue Roxbury

Mishaps of a Minister in Fitchburg

Reverend George R. Hewitt was injured while descending a heavy grade when his gig collided with a tree. He was thrown from the vehicle, dislocated his shoulder, and remained unconscious for several hours.

Fitchburg Mass George R. Hewitt

Will camp June 4 by First Battalion, Light Artillery

The First Battalion Light Artillery will go into camp at South Lincoln on June 4. The unit will establish camp routines and conduct drill and field training at the designated site.

Light Artillery South Lincoln

Sea Moss Farine Describes Nutritious Dessert Mix

A fragmentary note touts Sea Moss Farine as a nutritious economical mix with each package yielding 16 quarts for dessert dishes and includes receipts. It references grocers but lacks full context.

Boston's Coming Orator Rev A A Berle Bio Spotlight

The Rev A A Berle D D appointed by Mayor Curtis to deliver the Fourth of July oration was born in St Louis January 24 1865. He studied in St Louis public and private schools, entered Drury College at fifteen, attended Oberlin Theological Seminary and graduated in 1887. After two years in the pastorate he entered Harvard graduate school.

A. A. Berle D. D Curtis St. Louis Drury College Springfield Oberlin (Ohio) Theological Seminary Harvard

Paine Furniture Column Praises Modern Comfort in Furniture

A column lauds Paine Furniture Company for showing how recent twenty year advances such as the telephone electric light and fast transport have not yet matched the progress in home furniture. The walk through their warerooms reveals the decade’s gains in personal comfort and convenience over older cabinet work.

Paine Furniture Company

Eminent Theologian Berle’s International Studies and Civic Faith

The narrative outlines Berle’s education in Berlin Paris and London and extensive travel. It notes his pastorate at First Congregational Church of Brighton since 1891 his role as associate editor of Bibliotheca Sacra from 1892 and an honorary D D from Yankton College in 1844. It emphasizes his interest in governmental trends and belief in religious toleration as a pillar of American citizenship. It highlights his view of Americanism as embracing all nationalities and creeds within the republic.

Berlin Paris London Europe America American Oriental Society Society of Biblical Literature and Exegesis Society of Biblical Archeology The Philosophical Society of Great Britain Berle First Congregational Church Brighton Bibliotheca Sacra Yankton College Republic

Sprague Bookkeeper Faces Sentence in Restitution Case

Sidney W. Sprague of Freeland Loomis and Co is brought up for sentence after restitution was deemed made as far as possible. His family depends on him and ex Governor Long urged a brief term. The court continues consideration.

Sidney W. Sprague Freeland, Loomis & Co Sprague Long

British relief ends at St Johns as warship sails

Sir Herbert Murray closed the relief works in St John’s Newfoundland. The warship Cleopatra heads to sea on a cruise around the island carrying seed potatoes and salt for fisheries distribution along the coast. Fisheries labor declines due to supply shortages, risking destitution.

ST. John’s N. F Sir Herbert Murray Cleopatra Labrador

Robberies Reported At Three Winchendon Homes

In Winchendon Massachusetts on May 19 a series of burglaries struck three residences belonging to Rev. A. J. Culp, Mr. Sawyer, and James Patterson. At Culp’s home a gold watch and chain and 30 dollars were stolen. Sawyer’s house lost a silver watch and chain and 25 dollars. Patterson’s dwelling was relieved of clothing and food.

Winchendon Mass A. J. Culp Mr. Sawyer James Patterson

Coal Wagon Accident Injures Driver in Quincy

Timothy Mc Carthy, a Frost & Co. coal wagon driver, was crushed when a wagon wheel passed over him after a crank slipped while hoisting the front. He suffered internal injuries as the horses halted and three tons of coal remained on the wagon.

Quincy Mass Timothy McCarthy Frost & Co

Joseph W. LeFavour Dies in Beverly After Illness

Beverly May 20 Joseph W LeFavour prominent local business man died at his Hale street home after a long illness from Brights disease. He led the American Wringer Co makers of wringers mangies spring beds and carpet sweepers with repair service and mail orders. Tremont 764 telephone service.

Joseph W. Lefavour Beverly Hale Street Bright The American Wringer Co Broadway Extension Tremont

Triple Runaway in Watertown Injures Four

A street collision in Watertown on May 20 left Mr. Lynch of Waltham with a fractured skull after being thrown against an electric pole. John Hartford, an elderly man, was severely injured about the head and body, and two others sustained minor injuries.

Watertown

Brunswick Captain Otis Dies at Sea En Route to Portland

A private telegram reports Captain Albert Otis of Brunswick died during a voyage from New York to Portland Oregon. He was a prominent local resident and news notes his passing en route.

Brunswick, Me Albert Otis Brunswick New York Portland Ore

Oldest Citizen George A Longfellow Dies in Winthrop

Winthrop Maine May 20 The Hon George A Longfellow dies at an advanced age. He was among the town ́s oldest residents.

Winthrop, Me George A. Longfellow

Cotton Firm Suspension Reported in New York May Day

A brief news item from New York dated May 2 notes a suspension on cotton futures or prices, though the text is garbled. It indicates market activity around cotton and a paused movement, with unclear specifics on entities or figures involved.

New York

Pretty English actress sues baron's son in London

Miss Birdie Sutherland, 18, a Gaiety Theatre chorus girl, sues Dudley Churchill Majoribanks son of Baron Tweedmouth for breach of promise. The case draws on social prominence and a year apart proposal demand amid family intervention and letters. Miss Sutherland real name Annie Louise Watkins rose from burlesque to theater.

London Birdie’ Sutherland Gaiety Theatre Dudley Churchill Majoribanks Baron Tweedmouth Annie Louise Watkins Young Majoribanks Miss Sutherland Lord Tweedmouth Majoribanks Gaiety Marjoribanks Canada Earl of Aberdeen Lady Aberdeen England Hyde Park Gate Birdie” Sutherland

One Wheel Sulky Promises Faster Trotting

The trotting season brings a one wheel bicycle sulky with pneumatic wheel and ball bearings. John Kelley questions claims but notes prior pneumatic sulkies cut records. Patents filed in Washington target faster speeds, with trials to test the invention's potential.

John Kelley Directum Monroe Salisbury Kelley Washington

Testimonial to Dr Mason by Friends of Prof Luther Mason

Friends of Prof Luther W Mason promising inventor of popular music charts announce a testimonial complimentary at Keen High School hall on Montgomery street on May 9 at 9 30 o clock in the morning.

Luther W Ason

Four Years for an Eye Theft Case

John J. Brady and John J. Sullivan were convicted of a vicious assault on Monne Thomas J. Norton with intent to rob. Brady received four years in the State Prison, Sullivan two years in the House of Correction.

John J. Brady John J. Sulliv Thomas J. Norton Brady Sullivan House of Correction

Deaths Gribben Chelsea John H Gribben

John H. Gribben died at Chelsea on May 19 after years with Rockwell & Churchill city printers in Boston. Funeral from 18 Beacon street Chelsea on Wednesday morning May 22 at 8:30. Rose Church service at 9. Relatives and friends invited.

Gribben Chelsea John H. Gribben Rockwell & Churchill City Printers Boston Beacon Street

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