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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1902
Page
4
Amabile Cataldo of 46 Lewis street was tried on the charge of assaulting Michaele Carelio of 32 Lincoln street with a knife on Nov. 8. The prisoner was sentenced to four months imprisonment.
John J. Crosby and James Wiley, youths whose heads barely reached the dock rail, were charged with stealing a watch. They pleaded guilty and were committed to the reformatory for indefinite terms.
A letter from Wm. Lichtenwalter of Canton, Ohio, praises Pyramid Pile Cure, claiming it cured his twenty seven years of internal and protruding piles after two years free of symptoms. He notes many inquiries about authenticity and offers to verify his identity, with the cure advertised at fifty cents per package from Pyramid Drug Co. in Marshall, Michigan.
Frederic Lamond offered a full Beethoven program at Steinert Hall last evening featuring Sonatas Op 106 111 81 and Op 57. A sizeable audience including many pianists praised his intellect and devotion though critics noted moments of excessive force that marred some passages.
George Devoll and Edwin Isham gave the second in a two recital series at Steinert Hall. The program featured duets by Brahms Schultz Charmaine and Bizet plus solo numbers by Handel Mendelssohn Ford Webber Chaminade Bunning Chadwick Walthew and Wallace. Both artists sang well with notable pieces including Ford To the Queen of My Heart and three Herbert Bunning Creole songs. Mrs Tippett accompanied punctually but her vigorous passages sounded noisy and detracted slightly from the performance.
Chelsea Republican caucus results give Mayor Edward E. Willard a large victory over Alderman George B. Guild. Aldermen at Large saw multiple candidates with George Bemister 589, Ernest Blanchard 532, Forrest Collier 1257, Edward Elms 749, William Farnham 446, Ernest Johnson 812, William Nudd 745, Fletcher Osgood 588, Stephen Prowse 628, William Dolen 1357, Wallace Spooner 1013, Hedger Strout 738, William Williams 1070, William Young 1433. Ward results list contenders and counts for each district.
A man thought to be Stefan Strokinsky, 45, was found by Patrolman Armstrong on Commercial Street crawling in agony. He suffered caisson disease and is now in critical condition at the Relief station.
An old advertisement argues a mother's poor health affects the nursing baby. It promotes Scott's Emulsion as nourishing and strengthening, claiming it increases breast milk, helps thin milk become rich, and aids weak babies to grow. Free samples offered from Scott & Bowne, 400 Pearl Street.
At the Victorian Club dinner at the Hotel Westminster a proposal was made to erect a hospital in America by British born citizens as a memorial to Queen Victoria with a committee appointed to study the question. Prof De Lumichratt of Harvard urged closer ties among British residents to demonstrate strength and promote fellowship. Robert Brown likened Irish agitation to socialism, while Chairman B B Usher criticized public fundraising for Ireland and praised English governance and the union of England Scotland Wales and Ireland.
Mrs Lena Doxheimer claims an anarchist plot against President Roosevelt, describing three men assigned to kill him. She alleges a Frenchman Heloy was killed by a streetcar in Paris, Mueller in Avenue B died by poison, and Mrs Schroeder of Harlem also died by poison as the planned assassins.
Thomas W. Lawson explains he has not entered horses this year at the New York show to give smaller entrants a chance. After prior dominance with 60 to 70 horses and many prizes, he chose a pause to benefit the sport, noting Boston's success urged him to withdraw briefly and support the broader horse community.
Election commissioners faced by a New England Sabbath Protective League attack over recounts on Sunday at Faneuil Hall. Chairman Minton insisted the Sunday recount was a necessity to keep election machinery running and prevent city interests from suffering.
A large Cambridge rally last evening under the Non-Partisan Municipal party drew wide crowds in Union Hall. Archibald M. Howe presided as ex Mayors M W Hall and David T Dickinson spoke along with several candidates and notable backers including George Howland Cox Walter C Wardwell John Read Samuel D Elmore H Q O Houghton General Edgar R Champlin and Hollis R Bailey.
Archbishop Guidi apostolic delegate to the Philippine Islands arrived in Manila today. A Catholic delegation escorted him from the steamer to the cathedral, and Governor Taft's aide extended greetings. He declined palace quarters, choosing the Manila archbishop's palace instead. He will meet Governor Taft tomorrow to discuss negotiations on the friars lands question.
The Chelsea Police Court, led by Judge Albert J. Bosson, naturalized several men yesterday as part of a broader license versus no-license struggle. Over 200 naturalizations this year exceed all prior Chelsea totals since state authority began in 1395. Most recipients reportedly aligned with license workers, and Italian applicants faced a delay due to corrected papers filed by license worker James S. Duval.
Public interest rises over When Johnny Comes Marching Home at the Boston Theatre with matinee today and several premieres this week. Colonial hosts Mrs Patrick Campbell in Aunt Jeannie with other new acts at Hollis and Grand Opera House.
Giuseppe Palari, 28, of North Street, alleged to have drawn a revolver and fired two shots at an unknown man near the Charter and Commercial streets corner. He was locked up at Station.
Mr Willard displays his versatility by presenting most of his roles and inviting comparisons with past interpretations at the Tremont Theatre Boston last evening. The eminent English actor showcased a wide range across works, drawing attention for his mastery and stage presence.
Bailey Prothero is seen as the fakir Willard in The Rogue's Comedy. The principal character is not sympathetic, yet Willard's skill holds interest and ends with noble purpose to shield his son. Alice Lennon improves and leads the feminine role with grace as the cast, including Homewood, Stallard, and Beaudet. The show repeats this afternoon.
Due to the coal strike and a backward season, leading manufacturers of clothing hats shoes hosiery and underwear faced order cancellations from customers leaving them with large unsold stocks. The article notes the disruption in supply chains and potential impact on production.
On Thanksgiving afternoon a joint reunion of Centre Harbor Vacationists and the St. James Young Men's C T A Society will be held at Berkeley Hall. The Waverly Orchestra will render Mt Washings two step. Committee: P. J. chairman, J. M. Foley secretary, J2 Reyer treasurer, J. E. Buckley, 3egan, J Barry.
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