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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1895

Page

5

Nothing Improper Occurred at His Inn Says Colt Case

G W Gray of Grays Inn Jackson N H the prize witness in the Colt divorce case did not testify before Commissioner Wood at North Conway New Hampshire last Saturday He spoke in Boston on Monday defending his silence saying he could have given testimony of value to either side but would not discuss the matter He defended Colonel Colt and the girl mentioned and explained his nonappearance was arranged by his counsel and nullified by a second summons. He described his travels and reasons for being away including business in Jackson Gorham and Portland and a stay in Florida.

G. W. Gray Gray's Inn Jackson N. H Colt North Conway Colonel Colt Boston New York Framey Commissioner Wood Gray Wood Fred Osgood Glen Station Gorham Portland Grand Trunk Florida Shell Christian Endeavor Society Dee United Societies of Christian Endeavor United Societies Voice Genessee M. E Rochester N. Y Mershon The United Society Clark Newark

Porter Lectures on Greenland Expedition At AMC

MIT student Mr. Russell W Porter addressed the Appalachian Mountain Club about the Greenland scientific expedition he joined. He described the voyage, polar scenery, crew, and hardships as their steamer leaked near Greenland and the party secured a safe return after a Gloucester fisherman aided passage home.

Russell W. Porter Massachusetts Institute of Technology Appalachian Mountain Club Greenland Porter Gloucester

Judge appoints Beland receiver for Worcester insurance firm

Judge Barker yesterday named Rob ert H Beland as receiver for the Patron's main Fire Insurance Company of Worcester, taking control of its assets and liabilities as the court oversees the company’s affairs.

Woolley Attack Frames Christian Endeavor Fight as Profit War

A longtime critic argues the Golden Rule paper serves a profit motive, condemning leadership for boss rule and lack of member input. He outlines a plan for conciliation, insists on member rights to "meat," and defends loyalty to the society while urging open debate.

Lost polar quest text ends with Woolley signoff

The letter pleads for loyalty bravery and capacity while confessing confusion over Mr Clark's exact whereabouts. The author likens the effort to a returned polar expedition and mentions meeting at the equator MO G Woolley.

Clark G. Woolley

Brookline Electric Street Railway Planned in Newton Centre

Promoters from Boston Newton and Brookline announce a Brookline street railway from Newton Centre Station through Cypress and Jackson Streets to Boylston Street and beyond toward Brookline Avenue and Arlington Street. Power from Newton Street Railway Co. until own plant is ready. Double track trolley line will use modern cars and facilities.

Brookline Brookline Street Railway Boston Newton New York Square Newton Centre Cypress Street Theological Seminary Jackson Street Jackson Boylston Street Washington Street School Street Harvard Street Aspinwall Avenue Aspinwall Avenues Brookline Avenue Newbury Street Arlington Street Subway Newton Street Railway Company

Swindler Professor Atkins Flees Blackstone Valley

About 30 residents of the Blackstone valley report being swindled by Charles Atkins a local resident since last year known for music teaching and jewelry trade He vanished a week ago leaving behind numerous stolen items including twelve watches two diamond rings violins and mandolins Some of the loot has surfaced in Worcester pawn shops Authorities warn victims to seek recovery and press charges as investigators track remaining pieces.

Whitinsville Blackstone Valley Charles Atkins Farnumsville Worcester

New Hampshire Club Holds November Meeting

The New Hampshire Club gathered twenty members at Youngs yesterday with Hon. John McLane presiding. Solon A. Carter urged presenting a pennant to the Society of Sons and Daughters of New Hampshire. Speakers included John L. Spring on forests and spruce pulp, and N. B. Bryant on the New York election and Tamanyism. The next meeting is set for December 11, with the vote to hold it on Wednesday.

New Hampshire Young’s John McLane Solon A. Carter Society of Sons and Daughters of New Hampshire John L. Spring Lebanon N. B. Bryant Boston Andover N. H New York Tammaty Granite State

Claim Chicago Millions Sparks Inheritance Battle

In Chicago on November 13 1892 Curtin B Robinson once a noted real estate dealer is accused posthumously of deserting a Massachusetts wife in the early sixties. His three Chicago born children are challenging Massachusetts kin for a share of an estate valued near one million dollars. A US Circuit Court filing by the Robinson siblings and nieces asserts the Massachusetts wife nullifies the Chicago marriage and renders the children illegitimate heirs.

Chicago Curtin B. Robinson Massachusetts Robinson Martha J. Ruprecht Curtis E. Robinson Besele D. Robinson

Hawaiian Minister Arrives on Coptic from Hong Kong

The Coptic docked in San Francisco with Hon. F. M. Hatch of Honolulu aboard, en route to Washington as minister to the United States from the Hawaiian republic. Hatch said Hawaii’s affairs progress satisfactorily and Royalist news comes mainly from American papers. Also aboard was Major-General Sabotitch, traveling from Vladivostok to Yokohama toward St. Petersburg, noting rapid Trans-Siberian Railroad progress.

San Francisco Cal Hong Kong Yokohama Honolulu F. M. Hatch Washington United States Hawaiian Republic Hatch Hawaii Liliuokalani Sabotitch Vladivyostock St. Petersburg

Parker memorial debates open season with Cuba topic

The Parker memorial debates begin tonight at 7 45 with the question Ought Cuba to Be Free Mr R C Surbridge and Mr Alfred Hayes to debate After the opening speakers all who wish may participate in the debate A cordial welcome is extended to all interested attendees.

Cuba R. C. Surbridge Alfred

Overworked Women and a New Era of Nervous Strain

An editorial style notice describes how modern roles push women into broader occupations, causing nervous exhaustion and weakened vitality. It promotes Dr. Greene's Nervura as a restorative remedy, citing a Newark patient case and claiming nationwide medical credibility and free consultation from Dr. Greene in Boston.

Oakes Fined for Assault in Lynn Police Court

In Lynn on November 13 Judge Berry fined Edward H. Oakes $100 for an assault on Mrs. Ellen McCormack and an additional fine for an assault on her mother, Mrs. Asahel Fogg. Oakes, a tenant in a house owned by Mrs. Fogg, had recently been convicted of tapping gas pipes and stealing gas. After the owners leased the premises he refused to vacate and brought a mason to open a hole in the chimney. when Mrs. McCormack and her mother confronted him, the assault occurred.

Lynn Berry Edward H. Oakes Ellen McCormack Asahel Fogg Oakes Fogg Lynn Gas & Electric Company

Lighthouse Lights Move On Rockland Breakwater

The light house board announces that around November 20 the two fixed red lens lanterns on Rockland breakwater will be relocated to a new beacon at the end of the completed work about 298 feet south of their current site. The lights will remain in a vertical pair at heights of 29 and 23 feet above mean high water. The beacon is a stone pyramid. Heavily laden vessels should not approach too near the harbor entrance during filling progress.

Washington Lighthouse Board Rockland Rockland Harbor

Pastor Connolly Returns With Parish Celebration

The Rev. Arthur T. Connolly, pastor of Blessed Sacrament Church in Roxbury, returns from abroad to resume duties. A grand welcome liturgy will be held next Sunday with solemn high mass celebrated by Connolly, assisted by Deacon John J. Farrell and Subdeacon Peter C. Orrigan. Joseph T. Ryan directs music with James Woods, George Murphy, Mrs. R. G. Cleary, and Miss Josephine Pattee among soloists. A welcome address by Father Farrell is planned.

Arthur T. Connolly Blessed Sacrament Church Roxbury John J. Farrell Peter C. Orrigan Joseph T. Ryan James T. Woods George Murphy R. G. Cleary Josephine Pattee Father Farrell J. Batty

Broadway and Boston Theatrical Week Mix

The article lists numerous engagements across Boston venues, detailing openings, closings, and features. It highlights the Lyceum company's Hollis Street Theatre run, Tremont Theatre double bill, Denise at Hollis Street, Too Much Johnson at the Boston Museum, and the Park Theatre rush for Cissy Fitzgerald. It notes Burmah’s near finish, the 100th Burmah performance souvenir, The Fatal Card finale at the Museum, Lily of Killarney at Castle Square, Carmen prep, A Happy Little Home at the Columbia, and ongoing acts by Gaylor, Keith's, Tivoli dancers, Rice brothers, and Okabe’s raps.

Boston Etenee

Entertainment Notes From Boston Ae House Circuit

Half the city is treated to a burst of variety in a rolling program. Che-Mah ends his Austin and Stone museum receptions in three days as crowds swarm the Bos ton gallery. Next week Mile Yucca arrives from England amid praise. Austin presents living pictures at the Palace with Sattler’s burlesque. Dixon and Dixon lead the Lyceum bills while Nickelodeon crowds see bloomers football and a string of acts including Tucker the bag puncher Oklahoma Bill Prairie May Lingard and other attractions.

Che-Mah Austin & Stone Boston England W. O. Austin Palace Sattler Burlesque Company Nickelodeon Tucker Oklahoma Bill Prairie May Lingard

Boston University Trustees Meet Amid Uncertain Reports

Boston University trustees held a meeting last Monday sparking discussion amid conflicting reports on an athletic council and resolutions. A witness said Mr McClintock was injured at an Andover football game but is recovering well at Boston University Medical School. The senior class voted to organize a grand reception for Dr Dorchester and discussed caps gowns with a three member canvassing committee to tally votes in a week.

Boston University Post University Andover McClintock Boston University Medical School Daniel Dorchester

Unitarian Women Confer at New England Alliance Meeting

Mrs. Kate Gannett Wells presided at the First Church Roxbury as about three hundred women gathered for the annual New England Associate Alliance meeting. Addresses covered moral training and education for colored children, with by law changes to finance travel for speakers. Officers elected include President Wells and vice presidents from Maine and Massachusetts.

Kate Gannett Wells Eliot Square Roxbury New England Associate Alliance James de Normandied Wells Sarah Arnold Boston George W. Stone Richardson Lowell Calltown Dillingham Mass E. C. Jordan Portland H. B. Goodwin Cambridge G. 8. Hale Bartlett Waterville Mary C. Warder Brattleboro Mary A. Downing Concord N. H Phebe M. Waldo Salem John C. Kimball Hartford Mary L. Hall Dorchester Sarah Theo Brown Worcester Laura Dewey Russell Plymouth Mary E. Cleveland Providence R. I

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