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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1905

Page

3

Diver Wallace Finds Susan Geary Head in Muddy Water

Diver Wallace, using a weighted line and searching gear, recovered a black bag from 40 feet of water near the slip after careful inch by inch exploration. The head of Susan Geary was found and identified, with Captain Duncan coordinating attention and the Boston Post informed for proper care of the case.

Wallace Duncan Diver Wallace Lockwood William Hopkins John Hiscock Captain Duncan Boston Post Post

Divers Boat Sinks After Diver Wallace Rescues Group

Divers boat crew and search party prepare to transfer a recovery bundle to Boston as Superintendent Pierce joins Captain Duncan to oversee the case. Betts and three Boston Post representatives are present along with other searchers. The incident centers on the diver Wallace and the unfolding recovery effort.

Betts Boston Post Pierce Duncan Post Boston

Head of Susan Geary Found by Post Diver in East Boston

The head of Susan Geary was recovered from the harbor and kept overnight in Briggs' undertaking establishment awaiting Medical Examiner Harris for examination. The plan includes glycerine to restore some life-like appearance, then a formal identification by Mrs. Geary. The body’s trunk and limbs remain to be identified at trial.

Susan Geary Duncan Lockwood's Wharf Boston Briggs’ Undertaking Establishment Harris Gladstone Bay Bostom Harbor Boston North

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