Miss Toppan Linked Again in Lowell Poison Case
The article reports rumors tying Miss Toppan to the Lowell deaths as authorities search for evidence of poisoning. Captain Paul Gibbs drives the theory while Captain Irving Gibbs, away at sea, is seen as a potential ally. Investigators press to establish a solid front before any inquest or Navy hearing.
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Wier
Miss Toppan
Lowell
Cataumet
Paul Gibbs
Irving Gibbs
Georgetown
Wenaumet
Gibbs
Captain Irving Gibbs
Latter
Navy
Wanted to Marry Brigham Lowell in Lowell Affair
Oct 31 report details foster sister nurse Jennie Toppan facing suspicion in a string of deaths linked to O M Brigham a Boston Maine depot master and deacon and his wife with detectives exhumation threats and two suicide attempts as authorities probe arsenic poisoning likely in a broader Davis family case and Brigham’s suspicions and cautious warnings by pastor and physician.
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Lowell
O. M. Brigham
Jane Toppan
Mr. Brigham
Jennie Toppan
Feer
Brigham
Middlesex Street
Boston & Maine
First Trinitarian Congregational Church
Bourne
Miss Toppan
Florence N. Calkins
Jennie
Edna Bannister
Vermont
Deacon Brigham
Bannister
Cambridge Theological
Back Bay
Australia
Lathrop
White Mountains
Davis
Alfred Lamson
Immense Fore River Plant at Quincy Point Grows Rapidly
Quincy, Oct 31. Near Boston a vast shipbuilding complex at Fore River Ship and Engine Works is expanding from pasture to a massive site. About 1000 skilled mechanics work under expert engineers, building vessels including the United States cruiser Des Moines and foundations for two new government ships. A seven masted schooner and space for two more ships are planned as the plant nears 1500 workers and aims to outpace rival yards, with a movable crane and large oil tank key features.
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Quincy
Boston
Fore River
Quincy Point
United States
Des Moines
Rhode Island
New Jersey
Jones
Wellington
Ophir Aboard Royal Yacht Faces Severe Channel Gale
The royal yacht Ophir with the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall encountered a fierce easterly gale in the English Channel on October 31, abandoning plans to enter Portland roads. The flotilla proceeded up channel as ships sought shelter and wreckage reports surfaced near Deal. The Ophir later sighted an iceberg two miles ahead near St Johns, prompting speed reduction amid a tempestuous voyage.
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Ophir
Duke and Duchess of Cornwall
Channel
Portland
Deal
Yarmouth
Isle of Wight
St. John’s
Diadem
Clan McKenzie Ball Drenched in Halloween Spirit
About 250 couples attended the 22d Clan McKenzie ball at Odd Fellows Hall last evening. The event opened with a grand march led by Chief Peter Spence and Mrs Spence. A Duncan's Orchestra concert preceded the dance and included an address by Chief Spence, a song by George Wiley, and a violin solo by Missa
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Clan McKenzie
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Peter Spence
Spence
Peter Ker
Minnie Lynne
Nellie Thlallasen
Walter Monro
Dunbar
Chief Spence
George Wiley
Misa
Gray
Fisher firm officials face probe amid homecoming tension
Bail onlookers and wary Post reporters surrounded the Fisher brokerage office as J M Fisher declined to speak, citing stage of the game. An employee blamed professional jealousy for the prosecution while claiming the firm’s client letters proved timely tips and profitable moves. The interior rooms stood deserted except for staff awaiting action and George Adams, the third named partner, had yet to appear.
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Post
J. M. Fisher
J. M. Fisher & Co
Fisher
George Adams
Brokers Fisher Betts Return After Fraud Case Hearing
John M. Fisher and Frederick E. Betts of J Fisher & Co turned themselves in to U S Marshal Darling after a mail fraud charge was filed. A hearing before U S Commissioner Fiske resulted in $2600 bonds each for Nov 19, with bondsman Thomas Cavannaugh. Crowds and reporters followed them to the Fiske building where wary employees awaited a resolved outcome.
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John M. Fisher
Frederick EB. Betts
J . Fisher & Co
Fiske
State Street
United States
Marshal Darling
Post Office
Fisher
Betts
Casey
McMillin
Federal
Thomas B. Cavannaugh
Taunton
J. M. Fisher & Co
Melvin Fall
Salmon Falls
N. H
Vator
Federal Building
Leper in Chinatown continues chase for suspect
A Chinatown notice urged residents and police to locate the leper, Lee Fook, amid tense tensions with Chinese merchants. Patrolman Hughes aided a search along Oxford street and Oxford place, but residents refused cooperation. Merchants planned to present the matter to the Board of Health as police consider further action.
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Boston
Oxford Place
Hughes
Division 4
Chinatown
Oxford Street
Lee Fook
Death rumors persist of Mme Tsilka with child in brigand raid
In Constantinople on October 31 rumors circulate that Mme K. S. Tsilka, companion of Miss Stone, and her infant born after her capture by brigands, are dead. The claim repeats despite lack of confirmation.
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Constantinople
Mme. K
Tsilka
Miss Stone
MacMullen Denies Rumor Of Church Sale
The Rev. James H. MacMullen, pastor of Zion Methodist Church colored, told a Post reporter last night that rumors of the church being sold are untrue. He stated there is no plan to relinquish the church's property or leadership.
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Post
Zion Methodist Church (Colored
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