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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1894

Page

5

Love's Own Way Wedding Near Greenfield

Daisy Cromack, a 19 year old Colrain Hills resident, will wed Bertram Cromack of Noblestown Pennsylvania on December 12 at the Elm Grove Colrain home. The couple met through a long distance courtship sparked by Daisy's Washington soldier interests and a shared Cromack lineage. Daisy's father Henry G. Cremack, a retired soldier and farmer, approves after Daisy and Bertram exchanged photographs and learned of strong character and prospects.

Greenfield Daisy Cromack Bertram Cromack Franklin County Elm Grove Henry G. Cremack Colrain Hills Daisy Arms’ Academy Shelburne Falls Washington Cupid Pittsburg Penn Bertram Cobrain Pennsylvania New England Grand Army Colrain

Hypnotism Case Set for Trial in Eau Claire

Dr George W Pickin and his son Asigal Pickin face trial in Eau Claire Wisconsin on charges of hypnotizing Edna Mabel Briggs 17 and holding her under hypnotic influence Miss Briggs disappeared September 4 and was found at the doctor’s home two days later The doctor is on 1500 bond and the son is jailed with the case to be heard in court

Eau Claire Wis George W. Pickin Asigal Pickin Edna Mabel Briggs Miss Briggs Pickin

Holmes Conspiracy Case Key Suspect Pitezel Alive Claim

Philadelphia reports claim Pitezel is alive and in the city, with Holmes counsel Shoemaker promising a comprehensive statement. Shoemaker says Pitezel could be produced to refute murder charges, while insurance officers insist Pitezel is alive and trace him via New York and missing children known to have been at Niagara Falls.

Philadelphia Pitezel Harry C. Hawkins Holmes Howe Shoemaker Callowhill Street Fidelity Mutual Life Association Pit Holmes No. 3 Fidelity Insurance Company Fouse New York City Gary Niagara Falls

Lynn Provision Company Opens West Lynn Store

West Lynn hosts a notable opening for the Lynn Provision Company in the Mildred Range block 204 206 South Common street. Manager J B Hurd oversees a large well lit showroom with Surrey's Orchestra lunch and a thronged crowd enjoying North Star brand meats and lard in a new wholesale venture.

Lynn West Lynn The Lynn Provision Company Mildred Range South Common Street Hurd Surrey North Star Wll

Ada Hadley Dies at Boylston Cafe From Heart Disease

Mrs. Ada A Hadley aged 41 of 32 Fifth Street Chelsea collapsed at the corner of Boylston and Washington streets while resting in the Boylston Cafe at 6:30 yesterday afternoon. Dr Daniels of Emergency Hospital attributed death to heart disease. Medical Examiner Draper notified.

Ada A. Hadley Fifth Street Chelsea Boylston Washington Streets Daniels Draper

Truck crash on Federal Street injures helper

Caleb J. Holder drove a truck along Federal Street yesterday afternoon when wheels fell into a trench dug for the Boston Electric Light Company and the load overturned. John F. Forbes, seated on the load, broke his right leg and was taken to City Hospital.

Caleb J. Holder Federal Street Boston Electric Light Company John F. Forbes Holder City Hospital

Hypnotic Control Claims Circulates Around Pickin Case

A state investigation details alleged hypnotic influence by Pickin over a girl two to three miles away. Authorities used a hypnotist to reveal truths as the girl recovered mental freedom with treatment. She is prepared to testify while doctors question mind reading claims and note a hidden cellar in Pickin’s home.

Young Pickin Pickin

Frances Willard in Boston Waiting for Lady Somerset

Miss Frances L Willard rests at the Abbotsford on Commonwealth avenue after Cleveland convention fatigue. She discusses reports of a supposed reproof to Mrs Cleveland over champagne at the St Louis naming, defending Mrs Cleveland and noting a prior water-bottle gesture by a Wisconsin member. She says the reproof was imaginary.

Frances L. Willard Abbotsford Commonwealth Avenue Cleveland Henry Somerset Anna Gordon Miss Willard St. Louis

Addicks Wife Files Absolute Divorce Suit in Delaware

J Howard Addicks the Delaware senator hopeful faces a divorce suit from wife Rosalie B Addicks. The petition filed Oct 19 in New Castle county Superior Court seeks alimony and custody of their 15 year old daughter. Mrs Ida Carr Wilson named as co respondent.

J. Howard Addicks Anthony Higgins Delaware United States Senate Rosalie B. Addicks Newcastle County Hotel Tudor Addicks Post Boston

Entertaining Holiday Bill Delights Howard Atheneum Crowd

The Palace Theatre crowd enjoyed a lavish bill with Miss Marie Stuart and a host of acts including Flora on the tight wire, Ryeford sisters, Minnie Lee, Mamie Flower, and Burt and Bennett. New living pictures, burlesque, and a World’s Fair reproduction at the Casino build 641 Tremont Street draw steady audiences as Thanksgiving Week opens with extended hours and 25 cent admission.

Howard Atheneum Marie Stuart Mile Flora Ryeford Sisters Minnie Lee Mamie Flower Burt Bennett Joe Flynn Cyrene St. Belmos Minnie Cline Professor Macdonald Bryant Cleaver Jennie Charles Welsh Fredo and Stone May Alpine Kennett and Matthews Carroll and Larkin Frank Chace Big Burlesque Company Tonie Drake Gracie Hughes Annie Carter Tremont Street Austen

Arrests in the Stores

Inspector Knox arrested four women on shoplifting charges. The group identified as Mabel Everett 28 Rutland Street Sarah Moore 50 Lynn Mary Mullen 22 South Boston Annie Mooney 2 Commercial Street were committed to the House of Detention.

Knox Mabel Everett Rutland Street Sarah Moore Lynn Mary Mullen South Boston Annie Mooney Commercial Street

WALTHAM'S NEW FACTORY FOR CHEAP WATCHES

E A Locke former Waterbury Watch Co manager plans a Wal tham factory to produce a low cost watch. He aims to establish production soon, expanding local industry and employment potential in the city.

Waltham E. A. Locke Waterbury Watch Company

14 year old boy accused in North End butter theft

Michael Walsh aged 14 claims to live at 282 North street was arrested by a police inspector yesterday afternoon on suspicion of stealing a tub of butter from an express wagon in the North End. The butter was consigned to Dr. Charles Jordan of Wakefield.

Michael Walsh North Street North End Charles Jordan Wakefield

Norcros Furs Sells Stock To Manufacturers At Retail Rates

Local fur house urges immediate purchases with stock offered back to manufacturers at regular retail prices. Highlights cape prices from 9.49 to 24.98, neck scarfs 1.19 to 3.49, trimming options 19 to 35 cents per yard, and Marten trimming at 87 cents per yard.

Sales message from J Henry Norcross Tremont Row

The note urges saving 25 to 50 percent by buying from J Henry Norcross at 17 18 19 20 Tremont Row. It mentions directing buyers to the correct store and describes renewed temperance efforts with twenty eight organizers nationwide. It adds plans for schools of methods beginning.

J. Henry Norcross Tremont Row

St Augustine’s Young Men to Host South Boston Dance

On Wednesday evening St Augustine's School Hall South Boston hosts a dance organized by St Augustine's Young Men's Catholic Association. Harry Mullaly's Orchestra provides the music with a concert programme from 8 p m to 9 p m.

St. Augustine’s School Hall South Boston St. Augustine’s Young Men's Catholic Association Harry Mullaly

Waltham Delegates to Dine After Convention

B B Johnson of Waltham will host a complimentary banquet Tuesday evening for nineteen delegates who supported him at the mayoral convention. Johnson’s friends pledge to vote for Judge Smith, the Democratic nominee, while Johnson and Warren have endorsed Milton, the Republican candidate.

Waltham B. B. Johnson Johnson Judge Smith Mr. Johnson Mr. Warren Milton

Prize Babies at East Boston Music Hall Baby Show

A large crowd filled Music Hall East Boston as babies were weighed in six age classes for silver prizes and souvenirs. Master Gardner Hall Nickerson won handsomest baby with 222 votes, ahead of Hazel Trewe Stone and Arthur Simpson Harding in a lively end to the event.

Boston Music Hall Meridian Street Fred Galvin Anna A. Corcoran Adeline Westlake Agnes McKinnon Mary Brewer Rebecca Gerrod Ethel F. Hubbard Marie Dolliver Jessie Westlake Elsie Gerrod May Galvin Eddie Artich Committee On Beauty Contest Gardner Hall Nickerson Hazel Trewe Stone Arthur Simpson Harding

Royal Wrestling Lion Draws Crowd at Grand Museum Show

A royal wrestling lion drew a large crowd at the Grand Museum yesterday alongside Ranch 10, a breezy comedy drama and a strong variety program. The lion displayed remarkable skill by wrestling with his keeper and even biting a loaded gun, while H. Percy Meldon led the Western idyl with a sharp dual role. The day offered a continuous stage show from noon to 10 30 pm with performances by J Gordon Edwards, Cameron Clemens, Jack Tucker, Orson Dunn and others, plus ventriloquist Ella Morris and jugler Kurtz in a lively variety bill. The lion appears first at 12 30 pm.

Royal Wrestling Lion Prince Grand Museum Bob Murray John Weber Nellie Hancock Lillie Welden Lion

Fedor the Russian boy with the dog face at Austin & Stone's

Crowds are expected all week at Austin & Stone's Museum with 9 am opening on Thanksgiving. The final week features Fedor the Russian boy with the dog face as the chief hall attraction and brief intervals between theatre performances. The Hungarian Gypsy is also highlighted in the exhibition hall.

Austin & Stone’s Austin & Stone’s Museum Fedor

Grenier Lyceum Theatre Company Delights Boston Audiences

A vaudeville program at the Lyceum Theatre featured the Grenier Lyceum Theatre company of Chicago with a diorama by the Miller brothers surpassing prior Boston shows. The lineup included Crimmins and Gore in What Are the Wild Waves Saying, Frank Appel on the tight wire, Lizzie and Vinie Daly dances, the Rickett brothers playing farm instruments, Willis Clark in a monologue, Thompson and Colling Irish humor, Tillie Morrisey singing, Memphis Kennedy on various instruments, and the Emmets Irish comedy.

New Lyceum Grenier Lyceum Theatre Company Chicago Miller Brothers Boston Crimmins and Gore Frank Appel

Melba Concert Set for Tuesday at Music Hall

Mme Melba will give a final concert at Music Hall next Tuesday December 4 with contributions from Sofia Scalchi Pol Plancon Manguiere Vic tor Harris and an orchestra under Anton Seidl. Seats go on sale at the Music Hall box office Wednesday morning.

Melba Music Hall Mme Messrs Abbey, Schoeffel & Grau Sofia Scalchi Pol Plancon Manguiere Victor Harris Anton Seidl

Boston Printer Thomas Claverie Dies After Illness

Thomas Claverie a veteran Boston printer died at his home 259 West Fifth Street South Boston at noon yesterday after a nine month illness. He worked at Wright Potter's for thirty years and belonged to the Franklin Typographical Society and Typographical Union No 13. He leaves a widow three married daughters and a married son. Funeral from St Augustine's Church South Boston.

Thomas Claverie Boston West Fifth Street South Boston Claverie Wright & Potter's Franklin Typographical Society Typographical Union No St. Augustine’s Church

First Family Reunion of Cambridge Catholic Union

The Catholic Union of Cambridge held its first family reunion last evening at Citizens' Trade Association Hall in Cambridgeport. About 40 members and guests attended a accomplished program with a concert, dancing, and supper. The arranging committee included Edward J. Brandon Albert E. Lynch William T. Nelson P. J. Madden and William J. Hopkins.

Catholic Union of Cambridge Citizens’ Trade Association Cambridgeport Edward J. Brandon Albert E. Lynch William T. Nelson P. J. Madden William J. Hopkins

Engagement Ties Miss Pollock To New York Banker

The host of friends for Miss Emma Pollock reports her engagement to Frank H. Glaze a young New York banker. The betrothal is recent and she wears a diamond ring valued at several hundred dollars. She now plays Dick the Rat in the Har rigan company production after previously starring as Maggie Murphy in Reilly and the Four Hundred.

Emma Pollock Harrigan Frank H. Glaze New York

Switzerland Surrenders Anarchists to Italy

Bern reports Switzerland has surrendered to Italy two anarchists Lezzioli and Partinotti and warns others who recently crossed the border. The action follows likely pressure from Italy and tight frontier controls.

Berne Switzerland Italy Lezzioli Partinotti

North End Union reveals transformed Gothic church into modern hub

The North End Union unveiled a 12000 dollar renovation turning the former church into a red brick business block with skylights balconies and a large new reading room and gymnasium. A public baths basement trade school plumbing shop and new ante rooms enhance offerings while governors and ministers praised the project and plans for a winter class in mechanical drawing and plumbing.

Friends of the Old North End E. A. Horton Greenhalge North End University of Life Lfe Union Horace G. Wadlin John Cuckson Kate Gannett Wells Edwin D. Mead Charles G. Ames Joseph L. White Howard M. Dow

Fidelity Building Loan chief arrested in Wheeling fraud

W F Gallagher superintendent of Fidelity Building Loan and Investment Association in Washington was arrested in Wheeling on fraud charges filed by Henry Floto. Victims of the concern are clamoring for their money and additional arrests are expected.

Wheeling W. Va W. F. Gallagher Fidelity Building Loan and Investment Association of Washington, D. C Henry Floto

Dangerous Windom $2 Silver Certificate Counterfeit Appears

Washington reports a dangerous counterfeit of the Windom two dollar silver certificate has appeared. Detected notes pose risks to holders and warrant caution for merchants and the public.

Washington Windom

Designate Police Stations Color Cues Sought for Boston Stations

Boston Aldermen back distinct police stations with colored lights proposed for all sixteen stations. Letters from readers in South Boston and Back Bay offer ideas from wooden dummy figures to placing General Martin statues, while a Charlestown correspondent warns lights may resemble drugstore signs. The Independent notes art critics to advise color choice.

Martin Boston Post City Point General Martin Back Bay Charlestown Ward $ Independent

Boy Knife User On Probation

In Newton Court, 8-year-old Leon Tetrault of West Newton was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon after attacking 9-year-old Madeline Carr with a large knife near her home, cutting the left forearm. The case was continued to January 5 and the boy was placed on probation in the interim.

Vessels Lost in Bonavista Gale Include Four Ships

The gale at Bonavista last Tuesday wrecked four vessels, including the schooners Fortune Emerline and North Star with general provisions cargoes and the Shamrock carrying 700 quintals of fish. Three additional unnamed ships were lost but crews were saved.

ST. Johns N. F Bonavista Fortune Emerline North Star Shamrock

Unconstitutional Railroad Law Questioned in Omaha

Judge Dundy hears challenge to the Eleventh District maximum weight rate law as unconstitutional. Proceedings underway in Omaha Neb with parties asserting the law violates rights. case details remain unclear as of morning session.

Omaha Neb Dundy Eraont Me

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Hymen Wisconsin Addicks’s Palace Theatre Frank D. King Logrenia Gumbo, Jr Venus Snake Charmer Needham Kelly May Adams Helston Campbell Wilber Petching Mollie Howe Thomas F. Grant McMahon King Kennedy Stewart James F Parker Douglass Barretts Eastman Page Billy Cooke Anderson Carleton Burns Brothers Waltham’s Norcross Facturers NEW Lyceum Theatre Cambridge Catholic Union G. Small & CO Washington Street Keith New Theatre London John G. Small Keith’s New Theatre Maggie Murphy Building Society Marry ME Wilson Bros Clapp George B. Clapp J. Newman & Sons Fremont E. B. Horn Co Altham Watches Washington Sty Ameria Washington St EE. B. Horn CO Waltha Elgin
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