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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1897

Page

6

Apollo Male Quartet and Soloists Shine in Concert

Apollo Male Quartet with Little Helen Apollonio Cornet Virtuoso and John Francis Gilder piano soloist. Jenny Corba Prima Donna Sopran o Jessie Downer pianist Wulf Fries cello C L Staats clarinet and Mabel Warnock reader present in a vibrant evening program.

Apollo Helen Apollonio John Francis Gilder Jenny Corba Jessie M. Downer Wulf Fries C. L. Staats Mabel Warnock

Next Week at Tab Play in Boston Theatres

Boston theatregoers face a diverse lineup including The Girl from Paris at Park Theatre with Georgian Caine Anna Buckley and Fred Lennox The New York Lyceum company with James K Hackett and Mary Mannering returns to Hollis for The Prisoner of Zenda Joseph Jefferson at Boston Theatre in Rip Van Winkle and more across Park Tremont Bowdoin and others next week with vaudeville The Eskimo twins and Palmer Cox Brownie Books promotions noted New York shows and local debuts headline a busy schedule of performances over the coming week.

Boston Paris Park Theatre Rice New York Georgian Caine Anna Buckley Fred Lennox Boston Theatre Mr. Jefferson Pinero Castle Square May Irwin Marie Wainwright Columbia Joe Cawthorne Patrice New Biograph Pictures Keith Reilly and Wood Valdis Sisters Diana Fire Dancer the Howard Blue Jeans Bowdoin Square Grand Opera House Andrew Mack Hollis Brooke Chicago Harry Fenton Austin & Stone’s The Zoo Palmer Cox Herr Granada Palace Theatre Bon Ton White Crook Company Fanny Davenport W. W. Furst Alexander Haig Margaret McNulty Grand Theatre Marie Decca Star Course Nat Goodwin Bostonians Park

Fugitive William Liponites Held on Theft Charge

William Liponites, 20, of Baltimore, is held at police headquarters on a fugitive-from-justice charge. Accused of stealing $800 from his father, a liquor dealer, he denies the theft and plans to return to Baltimore with an officer en route. He deposited the money in a savings bank and was traced to a Franklin Street restaurant.

William Lépointes Baltimore Mr. Liponites William Boston Franklin Street

Child Run Down by Runaway Horse Near Salem Street Store

Two men driving a buggy with a wild horse lost control in Salem place area. Davy Sigel, 2, son of Joseph Sigel, suffered internal injuries and bruises after being struck in the alley near his father's store. Hayly of Linden place Somerville and driver Dwyer were detained by a crowd until Officer Rooney’s arrival, then released after giving names.

Davy Joseph Sigel Salem Street Salem Place J. Holzman William T. Hayly Linden Place Somerville Thomas H. Dwyer Hayly Dwyer Little Davy Officer Rooney Station 1

Tragic Suicide Believed After Note Found With Body

Chicago reports a 20 year old woman named Jennie Oates found dead in weeds between Eighth and Ninth avenues on WHighty-ninth street. A note in her dress pocket claimed she was tired of living after a lovers quarrel and led police to suspect a self inflected death.

Chicago Jennie Oates Eighth Whighty-Ninth Street

Dalton merchants indicted in Bohannon car gang case

Whitfield county Georgia grand jury reveals Dalton merchants charged with receiving stolen goods as part of a long running Bohannon car gang theft operation. The gang allegedly stole about $100,000 and acted systematically for years.

Chattanooga Tenn Bohannon Whitfield County Eorgia Dalton

Clock Gift Delights Levy After Buffalo Trip

Mr. George A. Levy of 37 Otis Street received a surprise return home from Buffalo as his employees presented him with an elegant clock. Levy is a member of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company.

George A. Levy Otis Street Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company Buffalo

Rise of Eight Cents Pound Over Prices of 1896

New York October 8 R G Dun and Co weekly trade review notes failures at a historical low for any quarter since 1892 and large bank payments in September. Wheat yield pegged at 5380 to 590 million bushels with exports high and prices rising. Western receipts exceed last year as cotton and wool markets show strength and overall freight and railroad earnings rise.

New York R. G. Dun & Co Weekly Review of Trade Atlantic Big Cro Chicago Coates Bros Philadelphia Arch United States Canada

Bradstreet report shows drought hurt Central West trade

Bradstreet's state of trade notes further suppression of general merchandise flow in the Central West and Northwest due to long drought in Kentucky Illinois Kansas and portions of Missouri Nebraska Iowa Minnesota and the Dakotas. Bank clearings rise to 1.399 billion amid mixed crop and commodity conditions across Canada and Atlantic provinces.

New York Bradstreet West Northwest Kentucky Illinois Kansas Missouri Nebraska Iowa Innesota Dakotas United States Ontario Quebec New Brunswick Nova Scotia Halifax Newfoundland

Water front notes on ships and gifts from distant shores

At Yarmouth a Gloucester captain received marine glasses from the English government for rescuing 52 sailors from the Warwick. The Cunarder Cephalonia sails with a small passenger load from East Boston. The Gallia departed Queenstown for Boston, while Seamen seek two men for the Viola Reppard incident. A new steamer, New England, is near launch for Alaskan halibut work, and the Parthian will sail to Philadelphia as freight builds. The North American warships may arrive next Friday with pilots hoping for prize money. Captain Neil McCallum of the Philadelphia, docked from Liverpool, met an old University friend.

Einburgh Merioneth San Francisco Swansea Europe Pegasus Prince Edwards Long Wharf Yarmouth N. S Hattie Paige New York Bay Pythomene Labrador Lothair Central Wharf St. Francis Harbor Dean Bill Mellin Joshua Lovett Edgewater N. J Boston New York Savannah Landsman Zacharie Surette George S. Boutwell N. Y Warwick New Brunswick Cephalonia Pierce Queenstown Liverpool Mr. Seen 8. C. Bondaving Gallia Om Tabb Jim Nesbit Viola Reppard Parthian Snow Philadelphia Fridarom Dolphin Lyon Cape Cod Pecker Navy Yard Norfolk Neil McCallum Leyland University of

Fels-Naptha Soap Promoted for All Uses

The advertisement urges readers to ask grocers for Fels-Naptha soap for all uses and advises avoiding hot water in its use.

Corbett's Column Comments on Campaign Spirit and State Nomination

Corbett notes an active campaign across parties with spirited voters and smooth transitions after elections. He praises the resilient national strength and expresses congratulations to B. M. Wolf for his nomination by the Democratic faction for secretary of state.

B. M. Wolf

Speculation cautions from established bankers

The piece urges caution in stock speculation and advises doing business with trusted firms like Stuart & Paddock bankers and brokers at 21 22 and 23 Ames Building. They are members of the American Bankers Association and offer a weekly market letter on request.

Stuart & Paddock Bankers and Brokers Ames Building American Bankers’ Association

Higher class of citizens chosen for grand jury urged

The article argues that selecting a more educated or higher status citizenry for the grand jury will enhance judiciary effectiveness. It emphasizes the link between jury quality and fair, efficient legal outcomes.

Grand Jury

Damaged Mackintoshes Sale After Fire at Wringer Co

After a fire at American Wringer Company facilities on Franklin and Arch streets, women gain a chance to buy damaged mackintoshes at unusually low prices. Local outlets offer reduced stock from Nos. 7 79 Franklin and 80 Arch.

American Wringer Company Franklin Arch Streets

Fashionable in Philadelphia Goes La Russe This Winter

The Philadelphia Ledger notes that winter fashion trends will lean toward la Russe styles, predicting broad acceptance of new looks and the rise of trendsetting, including a jab at the city’s rush on growler bottles.

The Philadelphia Ledger Philadelphia

Manufacturers' Outlet Company Promotes Low Priced Goods

A reader reviews the Manufacturers' Outlet Company ad in the Post praising low prices on clothing shoes and hats. The firm advertises bargains for workers and well off buyers and invites an early visit to its Summer Street location at 89 and 91.

Summer Street

Beans Rule the New England Palate Says Boston Baked Bean Co

The speaker extols beans as irresistible to New Englanders praising the Boston Baked Bean Company at 214 Shawmut Avenue. It notes strong appeal of their baked beans and urges steadfast devotion beyond other concerns.

Boston Baked Bean Company Shawmut Avenue

No Babies Named Klondike Yet Amid Family Plans

The record notes no baby named Klondike so far as of now. The cause appears to be uncertain family finances and future plans including possible wealth or a diet change.

Women’s Achievement Across Centuries Inspires Ambitious Youth

The passage highlights that women in various centuries achieved significant feats, from ruling nations and leading armies to shaping commerce and literature. It emphasizes that mothers of great men provide encouragement for any woman with ambition.

Lunch for the fair sex at Cook & Co earns praise

A local notice asserts that a special lunch at T. D. Cook & Co at No 23 Avon street meets high standards. The statement defends the menu and preparation quality as suitable for women.

T. D. Cook & Co Avon Street

San Francisco Millionaire Arrested for Assault on Teacher

Millionaire Bradbury from San Francisco has been arrested after allegedly kicking a music teacher down stairs. The incident involves a prominent local figure and a claimed physical assault at a public building. Further details were not immediately released by authorities.

Millionaire Bradbury San Francisco

Piano Chairs At H M Lelands On Boylston Street

An advertisement notes a wide selection of piano chairs at H M Lelands located at 120 Boylston street. Prospective buyers are urged to visit and choose from the stock.

Billy Shakspere H. M. Leland’s Boylston Street

Alabama base ball game tragedy with two killed

In an Alabama game between two colored clubs two players were killed and all the rest wounded. Nobody got home safe.

Alabama

Prosperity expected visit noted in patient update

The message hints that Mr. Prosperity has not yet arrived but is anticipated to come. the patient remains awaiting the visitor.

Chestnuts Ripen as Harvest Seems Promising

A brief note from EB. A. Corbett reports chestnuts are ripening across farms with a promising yield. Local growers anticipate a healthy market this season.

Dr Ballou Arrested For Larceny Of 325 From Mary MacDonald

Dr Ballou a physician at 120 Court Street was arrested on a larceny charge after Miss Mary MacDonald claimed he stole 325 she saved in Provident Institution for Savings. She says Ballou charged 5 50 weekly or 46 for three months and offered notes as payment. He denies wrongdoing and offers says he treated her.

Henry B. Ballou Court Street Mary MacDonald Ballou Thomas Riley

Cough Syrup Promoted by Doctor Bull

An old advertisement urges keeping Dr Bull Cough Syrup at home to stop coughing quickly and reliably. The message emphasizes constant availability and household use.

Sunday Religious Services Across Boston Churches

The Sunday schedule lists sermons at Tremont Temple and multiple churches including First Baptist Commonwealth Avenue, Old South Church, Berkeley Temple, People's Temple, Roxbury Presbyterian, First Presbyterian, Spirit groups, and Christian unions. Varied speakers address orthodoxy, home missions, intemperance, spiritualism, patriotism, and social topics with choir concerts and special musical programs.

Tremont Temple Lorimer Astor Neal Dow G. L. Staats Walter C. Bailey Harry Donlon Ramuachamdrayya India John Bull First Baptist Church Commonwealth Avenue Nathan E. Wood D. D Luna School Old South Church Third Church George A. Gordon Berkeley Temple Charles A. Dickinson Christian Endeavor Pilgrim Mathers Berkeley Temple Choral Society E. Humphrey Allen Marie Kayla Stone Lyon Ferrand W. Chatters Fessenden Dickinson First Presbyterian Church Columbus Avenue Berkeley Street Scott F. Hershey Ingersoll

History student leads praise service at 2 with child patriot

Mr. Lannin, a longtime history student, leads a praise service at 2 filled by singing from little Miss Thomas, described as a child patriot. The event at Walter Baker Mansion Gold Care, 464 Washington Dorchester-3, features usual Sunday services at 380 p.m. led by institute graduates and members of the B. B. of G. Club, with testimonies from cured men.

Lannin Miss Thomas Walter Baker Gold Care Washington, Corner Park Street Dorchester Institute B. B. of G. Club

Shipping News Almanac Detailing Arrivals and Clearances

Maritime brief records arrivals at Norfolk and other ports, listing United States despatch boat Dolphin and numerous steamers, schooners, and tugs with owners and destinations. Cleared vessels include Cephalonia and multiple Br and N B ships bound for Liverpool, St. John, Belfast, and more.

United States Dolphin Lyons Norfolk Prince Edward McGray Yarmouth N. S Howard Bond Baltimore Spartan Crowell Philadelphia Portland Deering City of Gloucester Ober Gloucester Penobscot Pierce Bangor Lebanon Robinson Philadelpia Portsmouth Henry Day Draper Lorberry Carbonero Keystone Hercules Excelsior Newburyport International Tilton Centipede Suffolk Thomaston Plymouth Kendrick Port Johnson Seguin Hawthorn Bath Templar New York Lothiar Dean St. Francis Harbor Labrador G. H. Perry Whittaker St. John N. B Belmont Melanson Weymouth Christina Moore Smith Chevenie Fideman Knowlton St. Croix Dyer Staten Island Laurel Sprague Port Eaton IL. I Lizzie Co. Rieb Wheeler Damariscotta Fred A. Emerson Blake Limekin’s Bay Leonora Nickerson Kate L. Pray Brown Mt. Desert Co. B. Kennard Freeman Nolan G. W. Raitt Clark N. H Herbert M. Rogers Geyer George P. Rush Brocklebank Charlie Steadman Breene George R. Bradford Littlefield Lanesville Mass Cephalonia Liverpool Ida Maud Quaco Josie Mereghan Annie Laura Alice Maud Warrior Baddeck C. B Gladstone Bridgewater Carrie C. Ware Provincetown Limekin's Bay Hortensia Jacob Reed Belfast Charles Noble Simmons Kennebec Washington, D. C

Court docket fragment cites cases and parties in Middlesex

A garbled court docket list from Middlesex Court shows filings including Barber et al versus Tuxedo Arts Co, Fowler versus Hurn, Foster et al versus Downs et al, Foley versus B M Railroad, and city of Boston versus Egan plus other cases with Henderson Cambridge and Somerville references.

Harrys, Lynn Barber Hartnett Remick & Tre Foley Ilynn Same Egan Allen City of Boston Hadley Rep Valentine Henderson Cambridge as—Pelonaky Houtvitz Williams Somerville

Royal Blue Announces Eight Day Washington Tour

The Royal Blue line begins another season with a personally conducted eight day excursion to Washington and Old Point Comfort departing Boston on Tuesday October 19. The price is thirty two dollars covering all expenses with a stop over in New York. For itinerary information contact A. J. Simmons New England agent Washington street Boston.

Royal Blue Line Washington Old Point Comfort Boston New York A. J. Simmons New England Washington Street

Dr Agnew's Cure for the Heart Promoted in Ad

An advertisement touts Dr Agnew's Cure for the Heart as a magical remedy for heart weakness promising relief within minutes. Testimony from Mrs W T Rundle of Dundalk Ontario claims immediate pain relief after one dose and cure after several bottles. Sold by C E Woodward & Co and Jaynes Co at specific Toronto area addresses.

C. E. Woodward & GO Bromfield Jaynes &O Washington Hanover Te

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