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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1906
Page
4
Judge Grant faced a tangle in a Fort Hill probate case as Timothy Donanue and Jeremiah Connell claimed to be half brothers of David Connolly. A foster relationship emerged. Connell’s age and a proposed January wedding added tension as the estate valued around $2000 faced administrator bids.
Washington, Nov. 19. The grand jury indicted Abner B. Clements former cashier of Aetna Banking and Trust Company of Butte Mont John T Hoag assistant cashier in charge of the Washington branch and Eveleth W McCormick of this city for conspiracy A second indictment charging false pretences was returned against John T Hoag only The conductor bar unlawfully procuring in the era of Columbia charters for corporations and obtaining charters in the United States by false pretences Charges against R S Donaldson and Miss B ELT Kretchmann were ignored
A mail push offers a free trial of Pyramid Pile Cure for piles and rectal disease. The ad urges proof and says after trial readers will buy a 50 cent box at druggists. Included is a testimonial from J J McElwee of Honey Grove Texas praising the remedy and urging others to request a free trial by mail from Pyramid Drug Co Marshall Michigan.
A reception and ball at Julia Ward Howe Hall on Huntington avenue honored grand chief companion Mrs Evelyn Sawyer of Foresters of America. She received a cut glass punchbowl for meritorious New England service and travels to establish new chapters. Notables included Mrs Julia J McCarthy and Miss Josephine Mahoney with floor marshals and a dedicated reception committee.
Daniel G. Harkins, accused of hypnotic influence over women and multiple marriages, was ordered held for New London Connecticut authorities. Police say many more claimants may exist and note a prior six month sentence for defrauding Ellen Spencer. Sarah A. Gilder travels to New London to support affidavit.
Judge Schofield awards Hattie A. Waters $800 from Alice E. Elder owner of Rippling Wave Hotel Crescent Beach for loss of her husband's affection. Waters alleged Elder influenced pianist Harry Waters to leave his wife after summers at the hotel in 1903.
Carl A. Reichert a 93 year old painter of Newton Centre was convicted in Newton Police Court of assaulting Miss Mary Thornton in Newton Centre. Judge Kennedy sentenced him to 11 months in the house of correction after Miss Thornton testified he sprang from woods and made indecent proposals, then pursued her before she fled to a nearby house.
An advertisement touts Dr. Greene's Nervura as a remedy for stomach weakness and nervous prostration. It cites testimonials including architect C. J. Bentley of Memphis and invites free consultations at 34 Temple Place Boston.
Chelsea faces its harshest political clash as Mayor Edward J. Willard seeks re election against Senator Join E F Beck amid a heated fight over Lincoln Athletic Club prize fights. Beck vows to bar repeaters with Boston authorities' aid while Willard urges police vigilance. Aldermen-at-large include 11 candidates led by former Clerk William H Farnham, praised for debt refunding and tax cuts. Farnham holds memberships in Masons and labor groups, with strong Chelsea political backing.
Newport R I Nov. 19 The Belvoir summer home of J Edward Addicks on Ocean Drive was sold at public auction for defaulted mortgage interest. The Savings Bank of Newport held the 45000 loan and Mr Addicks bid 47600 to save the estate as his representative bid the second and final bid.
Taunton, Nov. 19. Mrs. Sarah A. Houghton of New Bedford was found guilty in Bristol County Superior Court of criminal malpractice in connection with the death of Mrs. Ellen Tart, also of New Bedford, last March. Judge White sentenced her to five and a half years in the women’s prison at Sherborn.
Dayton Ohio November 19 The Wright brothers Orville and Wilbur claim a practical flying machine with speeds over 38 miles per hour and sustained flights totaling about 169 miles over 160 flights in three years Their machine weighs about 925 pounds and can land at high speed without damage The Aero Club of America notes commendations and public exhibitions are planned to settle doubts about their invention
Paris reports a yet unconfirmed story that soprano Mme Calve will marry a wealthy American who is blind. The man, a frequent concert follower, may have met her during tours and is said to be awaiting her in the south of France. The couple may cruise the Mediterranean before settling in a French chateau with a theatre for the singer.
Chicago, Nov. 19. C. M. Schwab advised young men to invest in real estate to start a life, praising town lots and city real estate in manufacturing towns. He noted interest through United States Steel Corporation but had not bought town lots himself.
The body of Ellsworth Benjamin, a fox hunter who left home on November 11, was found on Carpenter Mountain. Death attributed to exposure. Benjamin was 387 years old.
Paris correspondent Truth quotes Mrs Emily Crawford saying Jay Gould's daughter secured wealth society fame and a grand stage. She cites Count de Castellane and European entertainments as evidence of the lifestyle pursued by the American heiress and notes French society and infidelity chatter.
Four new men have joined the permanent fire department staff after probationary service. William J. Johnson goes to Ladder Company 5, Arthur L. Johnson to Chemical Engine 7, William Kelly to Engine 13, and Martin J. Mullen to Engine 35.
Emerson footwear promises style and comfort. Stores listed include Wash St at Water Court Hanover Summer and Dewey Square locations.
City engineers Dorr and Mahoney met district attorney to brief Moran on Fenway contracts. Moran continues probe into John P. Graham’s contract and will review Harry Nawn’s section next. Additional experts expected to testify later.
John Haley of Boston was arrested after allegedly dumping cobble stones mud sand and other refuse from a scow of Morris and Cummings Dredging Co into Boston Harbor near Graves Light on Oct 20. Pending hearing set for Nov 27 with $800 bail after plea of not guilty.
Boston shoe clerks met at the Carney building 43 Tremont Street on Sunday and passed a resolution to affiliate with the Retail Clerks International Protective Association. Temporary officers elected: Co F Johnson president F E Bromell secretary Robert R Smart treasurer.
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