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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1892

Page

2

Marm Kelley Fires At Michael Elwood In Dorchester Greenhouse

Margaret Marm Kelley 32, well known locally for frequent disputes, fired a 32 caliber revolver at Michael Elwood, 30, after a long history of neighborly tensions. The first shot missed, the second did minor damage. Elwood restrained her until police, bail set at 500 dollars, arrived. Kelley denies shooting.

Margaret Kelley Michael Elwood Kelleys Marm Kelley Elwood Station 11 T. F. Lavey M. Sullivan Michael Rehill Peter Glenn

Brewers at Banquet Highlight 3800 Members in Toasts

A 32nd United States Brewers' Association banquet at Vendome hall drew about 3800 members. Ellis Wainwright of St. Louis presided as speeches honored the United States, Massachusetts, the press, the city of Boston, the Association, and the ladies. Officers named include Henry Clausen Jr of New York, Leo Ernest of Chicago, James Liebman of Brooklyn, Edward Rueter of Boston, Louis Heintz of New York, Albert Lackman of Cincinnati, and F H Gophbet of Baltimore. Next meeting set for Chicago.

United States Brewers’ Association Association Ellis Wainwright St. Louis United States Jank E. Orcutt Revenue Massachusetts General Taylor The Globe Boston Corporation Counse Babson Maxif Kramer Henry Clausen, Jr New York City Leo Ernest Chicago James Liebman Brooklyn N. Y Edward Rueter Louis J. Heintz New York Albert Lackman Cincinnati F. H. Gophbet Baltimore

Anna Dickinson sue v Republicans over unpaid lecture bill

New York May 26 Judge Truax dismissed Miss Anna Dickinson's suit against the Republican national committee finding the contract illegal. Dickinson vows a new action, claiming $12,000 plus expenses after a campaign in Pennsylvania. Clarkson Dudley testified about promised pay and honor pledges, with transfers and contingencies described.

New York Truax Supreme Court Anna Dickinson Republican National Committee Miss Dickinson Pennsylvania Humphrey Mr. Clarkson National Committee Clarkson Dickinson Colonel Dudley Harrison Geary West

Atchison's Offer Fair, Times Says London Cable

The Times commends the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Railway for cabling the income bond conversion details to London and admits the offer is a fair one.

London The Times This Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad Company

Lincoln Town Hall Dedication Celebrates 150th Anniversary

Lincoln holds dedication of the new Town Hall funded by the late George F Bemis and marks the towns 150th anniversary. Notables from nearby towns attend as concerts and speeches honor founders Flint Tarbell Bemis Sherman Wheeler Farrar families. The event features Ogden Codman presiding, a 100-voice chorus, and a Philharmonic Quintet Club performance.

Lancoln George F. Bemis Lincoln New Hall Ogden Codman Philharmonic Quintet Club of Boston Lavelle Cyrus Chapin H. . Richardson New Flint Tarbell Bemis Sherman Wheeler Farrar E. Irving Smith, Esq Waltham E. Rockwood Sloan Caren Codman George Henry Flint Philharmonic Quintet Club Alice Hutchinson Edwin C. Woodman F. W. Breed Lynn E. R. Hoar Concord W. Fiske Weston Leonard Weston George Fennis

Tallapoosa Bank Shenanigans Stir Alabama Town

The Merchants and Miners Bank of Tallapoosa Alabama nears reopening amid a rift among officers. Vice president Spencer cites wrongful imprisonment and accuses two directors of acts undermining the bank as stockholders elect new directors to fight to save the bank. The circular explains scrip dividends, stock value, and cautions holders about cash redemptions and address changes.

Atlanta Merchants and Miners’ Bank of Spencer Tam David Quackinbush M. A. Green

The Big Octopus in Georgia Alabama Investment Scheme

A stockholder letter to the Boston Post condemns the Georgia Alabama Investment and Development Company as a fraudulent scheme that lured citizens with circulars. The writer cites misrepresentation and insufficient value returned to investors, noting widespread inquiries from worried stockholders.

Georgia-Alabama Investment and Development Company Georgia-Alabama Investment Company pubMt Boston

Granite Cutters Denounce False Letter In Union Meeting

The Granite Cutters' Union met at 16 Howard Street to denounce a Wednesday letter from the New England Granite Cutters' Association as false. They vowed to hold out, claim the letter was a ruse, and urged workers not to be deceived. The clothing pressmen won their dispute with contractors, with wage demands granted and no reprisals for strikers.

Granite Cutters’ Union Howard Street New England Granite Cutters’ Association Pressmen’s Union

Annie Clarke Benefit Brings Boston to The Museum Stage

A large Boston audience filled the Museum for a testimonial to actress Annie M. Clarke. The program featured top performers, including Charles Barron, William Seymour, Harry Davenport, and Miss Clarke, with generous ovations for Clarke and a gold ornament presented in thanks.

Annie M. Clarke Boston Charles Barron William Seymour Harry Davenport James Burrows Edward Wade Mary Shaw Fanny Addison Evelyn Campbell Marion Manola Antony and Cleopatra George W. Wilson Marie Jansen Gilbert John B. Mason Miss Clarke Grace Atwell Henry E. Dixey Don Casar de Bazan Alexander Salvini Lon Brine Museum Eben Plympton E. L. Davenport George C. Boniface Charles S. Abbe Junius B. Booth Olive Homans Miss Pendleton Marie Burress Ida Glenn Mary Robson Mary Hebron Peg Woffington Mr. Burrows Peg Messrs H. S. Russell Henry Lee F. L. Ames B. F. Stevens E. D. Jordan B. A. Atkinson O. W. Holmes, Jr R.G. Shaw A. Shuman Edward E. Rose

Plans for Boston Post balloon event spark grand displays

The Boston Post balloon preparations grow with more gifts and weight needs. James Allen & Sons, veteran aeronauts, plan a safe launch early Monday in Worcester with five tons of ballast, rope rings, and police guards.

Boston Post Osgood & Co James Allen & Sons James Allen, Sr

Memorial Day Discount Offers Across Various Firms

A long list of businesses presents rewards and coupons in a Post promotion. Items include shoe orders, sewing machines, furniture, cigars, meat, bicycles, liquor, pianos, and more. Several offers require specific payment or time limits, with discounts and prizes linked to presenting the Post’s Memorial Day red, white and blue edition.

R. B. Grover & Co Emerson Shoe New Home Sewing Machine Company Bay State Carner and Furniture Company Finn & Kelley Joseph P. Boyce Company Irwin Arthur H. Atwood William H. Zinn Dickens John P. Lovell Arms Company McKenney & Waterbury Henry Norcross C. T. Mooar Shoe Company Estabrook & Eaton North Packing and Provision Company Osgood & Co Tannhauser F. Carey W. H. Duddy H. D. van Norden Allston Roslindale E. Woodward & Co Gilbert Thomas O’callaghan & Co S. F. Petts & Co Petts A. P. Bush & Co Bush J. B. Barnaby & Co Post Columbia Fair and Excursion Company

Mayors Message on City Finances Sparks Street Row

Boston mayor N Matthews warns funds are exhausted for incidental expenses and cannot fund new orders without council action. Norris rebuts, accusing the mayor of insults and deception while clashes over Burrage's political caucus ban drive a heated council meeting to a 32 31 vote.

Matthews Norris City of Boston City Hall City Council N. Matthews, Jr South Boston Heath Street Dean Ward 15 Flynn Park Commissioners Burrage Ward 21 Pope Mr. Norris Graham

Milton Cup Contest at Irvington Oval June 14

The B A A all round competition for the Milton Cup will be held at Irvington Oval on June 14. Several events may change due to qualification marks with the mile walk likely to be dropped.

Richard S. Milton Irvington Oval

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Ayer Marm” Kelley Dorchester Anna Dudley Atchison's London Times Wees Enting New Post the Post Johnson Sala Druggista Lb. Johnson & CO Beaton Ustralian Wilson Bros Taylor Fort Gates Fla J. Monroe Jackson Wakefield Mass Jacob Jackson Tallapoosa Merchants & Miners’ Bank Linden Street Magnolia Gordon Streets J. H. Rinard L. J. Bush Providence R. L Co. A. Norton the Big Octopus Norton N. E. Granite Association Annie Clarke Charles Dickson Incog B. W. Bass Columbia Theatre T. B. Lothian Lothian Henry B. Harris Family Circle T. Adamowski Pops Music Hall Mr. Allen Dom Pedro James Allen Barrington R. I Professor King Wilmington Del King Worcester Rhode Island Yorktown Richmond Brazil Paraguay Im Eror Montpelier Dedham Albany Sts Boston Veterinary Hospital Edward C. Beckell Daniel D. Lee Wilbert Soule Shoeing Forge Tremont
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