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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1897

Page

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Miss Kellard on Trial for Forging Promissory Notes

New York authorities report Miss Mary Kellard on trial in the Court of Sessions for allegedly forging the name of Mrs. Virginia Wood on two $1000 promissory notes. The case ties to the Harlem social scene and to Kellard’s past associations with William D. Wood and Barbara Aub, with details of charity, speculation, and a sensational career outlined.

New York Mary Kellard Court of Sessions William D. Wood Harlem Miss Kellard Virginia Wood Barbara Aub Walter L. S. Langerman Langerman Aub Goff Door of Hope Police Department Wood Miss Wray Salvation Army Wall Street Long Branch Blane

Mercantile Agency Sold to R G Dun and Co with New Manager

The Mercantile Agency, long run by Edw. Russell & Co with offices in Boston Worcester Lynn Portland and Bangor, has been purchased and will be carried on by R. G. Dun & Co. Royal B. Young will serve as District Manager, expanding a network of 142 offices across the United States Canada and Europe.

Mercantile Agency Edw. Russell & Co Boston Worcester Lynn Portland Bangor R. G. Dun & CO Royal B. Young United States Canada Europe Edward Russell & CO

Absence of Scheurer Kestner Shakes Senate Hearing

Paris reports from Le Soir say M. Scheurer Kestner’s absence from the Senate meeting provokes comment as rumors spread that Faure summoned him to reveal Dreyfus case documents proving guilt. His allies deny the tale while the government seeks to calm public debate. Lung Kuro will cure that hacking cough.

Paris le Soir M. Scheurer-Kestner Senate M. Faure Ham Dreyfus Republic

Local Boston Forecast Friday Warmer With Light Winds

The Boston area can expect fair weather on Friday with rising temperatures and variable winds. No precipitation is anticipated as conditions remain dry through the day.

Washington Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut Boston Vicinity

Mystery Robbery In Manchester Ties Boston Figures

The Manchester police probe a $700 robbery on a train car tied to Arthur Belanger and Henry Belliveau, both claiming Boston ties. Belanger traveled toward St Cesaire College while Belliveau awaits trial on a theft charge, with U.S. connections and a Belanger wallet found on him. The case widens as the college reports a student named George Petit linked to suspicious actions and a stash of money and a Belanger named check found in Petit’s bag.

Boston Manchester N. H Henry Belliveau Arthur Belanger Concord Captain Steele Supreme Court Tremont Street Belanger St. Cesaire College Montreal United States George Petiit Petiit George Petitt George Petity Petitt A. Belanger

Schooner Helen G Wells Turned Bottom Up At Sea

The schooner Helen G Wells was overturned by heavy seas last week and then righted with eighteen crew facing death. She departed Gloucester on Oct 28 bound for Guero Bank for halibut. Lung Kuro will prevent pneumonia.

ST. John's N. F Helen G. Wells Gloucester Guero Bank

Harvard Varsity Faces Penn at Philadelphia With Injuries

Harvard heads to Philadelphia for the crucial game against Penn after a troubled week. The Crimson play with four injured starters Cabot Warren Swain and Donaldout, Mills at fullback and Haughton shifted to right tackle to fill gaps and boost blocking and defense.

Harvard Square Harvard Park Square New York Philadelphia Quakers Bose Crimson Pennsylvania Yale Downing Eli Cabot Warren Swain Donald Dibblee Haughton Mills Goodman Penn

Harvard Triumphs In Joint Boston Debate At Perkins Hall

Harvard defeated Boston University in a joint university debate held at Perkins Hall on Boylston Street before about 400 auditors. The contest showcased four debaters with two women sharing the speaking duties, marking a historic collaboration of coeducational participants and drawing hearty audience applause despite BU’s disappointment.

Harvard Boston University Perkings

Lost engagement recalled in a fleeting memory

A speaker recalls bowing to a man whose name eludes memory, remarking that she once believed they were engaged, a line captured by the Chicago Record showing quiet romantic ambiguity.

Chicago

Serving Dresser Bargain Promises Convenience

An Oak Serving Dresser priced at $9.00 highlights space efficiency and ample storage. Center drawer lined with plush for small silver, rich grain finish, carved back, and easy castors. Part of a wide dining furniture sale featuring hundreds of bargains.

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