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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1900

Page

2

The Right Thing Stuart's Catarrh Tablets Ad

An advertisement touts Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as a fast catarrh cure combining eucalyptus guaiacol hydrastin with antiseptics. Testimonials from I N Benton and Geo J Casanova endorse relief for nasal throat and stomach catarrh, with a Pittsburg physician advising the product over inhalers or salves. Drugstores price a 50 cent box. claim safety for children.

Stuart I. N. Benton Clark House Troy N. Y Geo. J. Casanova Hotel Griffon West 9Th Street New York City Pittsburg

Mob Attack on Depew Escort Spurs Chicago Riots

In Chicago an ERA gang attacked Chauncey M. Depew’s three mile Republican escort as it turned Sedgwick Street. Armed with paving blocks, rioters injured several marchers and damaged uniforms before being repulsed. attackers fled.

Chicago Chauncey M. Depew Sedgwick Chicago Avenue

Sousa's Band Rebranded After Court Ruling

A Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas decision in favor of Mrs Blakely requires Sousa to drop the designation Sousa's Band as it is an asset of Blakely estate. The band must adopt a new title reflecting the change in ownership and branding rights.

Sousa Bang Blakely Court of Common Pleas of Pennsylvania

Prisoner For An Hour In High Seas Assault Case

In United States District Court Harry Flamaen was fined $1 and held in custody for an hour after being found guilty of assault with a dangerous weapon on John Pilcher aboard the schooner Mary A. Whalen at sea on Sept 9. He paid the fine and remained in Marshal Darling’s office under Deputy MacDonald supervision for one hour.

Weyabe Lowell United States District Court Harry Flamaen John Pilcher Bard Mary A. Whalen High Seas Marshal Darling MacDonald

Boston Board of Trade Meets at Young's Dinner

At a Boston Associated Board of Trade dinner President James R. Carter was elected for the year. Retiring president Robert A. Roit urged cleaner streets in downtown districts. New officers include vice presidents John Mason Little Andrew G Webster and Francis B Sears. secretary John T Boyd. treasurer and executive committee selections announced.

Boston Associated Board of Trade Young Robert A. Roit James R. Carter Paper Trade Association John Mason Little Real Estate Exchange Andrew G. Webster Shoe and George Hutchinson Shoe and Leather Association Frank L. Young OiléPraGe Association

Ward 22 Citizens Form Rally Committee for Recan

Nearly sixty leading residents met at Superintendent T. D. Roberts residence in Ja Yhdical Plain to back Mr Roberts as Re can candidate for the Common Council from Ward 22. A collation followed and attendees enjoyed an informal gathering.

Ward 22 T. D. Roberts Boston Oakview Terrace Ja Yhdical Plain Roberts

Dynamite Found Hidden Under Houston Freight House

Thirty five sticks of dynamite were discovered under Houston and Albany freight house No. 7 on the Grand Junction wharves. The bundle, wrapped in Manila paper near the high water mark, was moved to the American Powder Company for analysis. Police believe the explosive was stolen and left there temporarily, with no current plot detected.

Houston & Albany Michael Fennell Grand Junction Fennell No. 7 Ryan American Powder Company State Street

Lawson Driver Injured in Lexington Collision

James G Gatcomb a Lawson driver working out First Love collided with Frank Creamer in Lexington. He suffered tearing of side muscles and a lung hemorrhage in the fall, with serious injuries reported.

Gatcomb Creamer Lexington James G Gatcomb Thomas W. Lawson Frank Creamer

Gorman in Line at Baltimore Democratic Meeting

Several thousand attended a Music Hall mass meeting headlined by Governor William J. Stone of Missouri and A. P. Gorman with James D. Richardson presiding. Gorman sent a letter pledging help to oppose McKinley’s Philippine policy and military reach while urging vigorous Maryland party organization ahead of elections. Stone condemned Republican campaign spending as immoral and criticized policy.

Baltimore Music Hall William J. Stone Missouri A. P. Gorman James H. Smith James D. Richardson Tennessee Democratic Congressional Committee Democracy of Maryland Gorman McKinley Philippine Islands Bryan Stone Republican Party

Ninth Congressional Democratic convention set for Faneuil Hall

In today’s conference for Boston Ninth District Democrats, candidates plan preliminaries for tonight’s convention. Gallivan leads with Wards 13 and 8 totaling 36 votes, Conry and Winthrop 32, Kelcher 28, Corbett 15, Fitzgerald 19, as Ward 6 support. James Donovan promises a harmoniously conducted gathering.

Congress Ninth Faneuil Hall Gallivan Conry Winthrop Kelcher Corbett Fitzgerald James Donovan

McDuffee Wins Twenty Mile Motor Pace at Annapolis

Eddie Mc Duffee of Boston defeats Johnny Nelson of Chicago in a brisk twenty mile race at Newby Oval Annapolis. Mc Duffee posted 32:16.5 with Nelson leading until the final mile as wind and cold weather impacted times. Nelson made forced pace changes and a faulty pick up caused a stretch unpaced in mile seventeen.

Annapolis Ind Eddie Mc Duffee Boston Newby Oval Johnny Nelson

Doan's Kidney Pills End Back Pain Claim

A Boston resident from 44 Beach Street testifies that five months of back pain eased after using Doan's Kidney Pills from Bradbury's drug store and FosterMilburn Co. Buffalo. The ad urges taking Doan's and warns against substitutes.

Boston C. M. Snow Beach Street Bradbury's Drug Store Washington Street Dean Doan Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo N. Y

Jernegan Divorce Case Captures Suffolk Court Spotlight

In Suffolk Superior Court Judge Fessenden hears about twenty domestic cases. The Jernegan divorce drama features Dr. Holmes Jernegan and Mary Morrell with detectives tracing Mrs Jernegan to a Thorndike hotel room at 120 am on December 2, 1899. Evidence includes statements from detective Pratt and Jernegan’s testimony of his marriage in 1884. The court also approves $60 in counsel fees for Mrs Dixon's client.

Suffolk Bordman Hall Jernegan G. G. Abbott Dixon Joseph N. Dixon Warren Avenue Baptist Church

Roosevelt Attacked by Mob of Boys in Chicago Church

Governor Theodore Roosevelt was mobbed as he left Trinity Dutch Reformed Church in Chicago. Accompanied by Curtis Guild Jr of Boston, he faced insults, curses, and mud from chanting youths, with women and children present. Guild urged retreat to the carriage, which pulled away amid pursuit.

Chicago Roosevelt Victor Trinity Dutch Reformed Church Curtis Guild, Jr Boston Peter Moordyke Theodore Guild Annex Harrison Street

Janssens Held in $1000 Bond in Man Slaughter Charge

Charles A. Janssens of 1840 Street South Boston appeared in South Boston court yesterday charged with manslaughter. He was held in $1000 bond for a hearing next Monday morning.

Charles A. Janssens South Boston South Boston

Boston Men Seek Seminole Brides Westward

Five Boston bachelors in the Boston Post office letters express desire to marry Seminole Indian brides in Kansas. Names include William Hanson and MM Murtagh, both from Boston. Others from Louis Bassill’s brass works at 160 Portland Street weigh plans with Strasser and Teen among the eager group.

Portland Street Boston Boston Post William Hanson the Post Hanson Murtagh

Seminole offer of 200 acres for paleface settlers

The Indians of the Indian Territory threaten plague and pestilence unless palefaces come forward. Medicine men declare they will wipe out the Seminoles if not aided. An inducement is offered of 200 acres of land and $500 cash to each eligible settler who joins the tribe. Hanson and Murthy¢h At

Hanson and the Post M. Murtagh Albany Street William Strasser Conant Street William Hanson Myrtle Street Wiliam Teen Irving Street Joseph Nsussill Portland Street Murtagh Ireland Armstrong Transfer Company

Five Paleface Suits Seminole Marriage Quest Revealed

The Post reports that at least five young men plan to marry Seminole women in exchange for cash and land, naming Murtagh of Albany Street and four others ready to depart for Indian Territory. Murtagh, an Irish delivery driver, seeks assurance no hidden costs exist before committing to the venture.

Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey Promoted as Life Elixir

A letter from B Mills D D endorses Duffy’s Formula and Pure Malt Whiskey as the true elixir of life aiding digestion stimulating the blood invigorating the brain building nerve tissue toning the heart and prolonging life. The maker claims genuine bottles bear a medicine ray stamp and urges readers to beware imitators with a $1.43 price and free medical booklet from Duffy Malt Whiskey Co. Rochester NY.

Duffy’s Express Duffy Malt Whiskey Co Recherter N. Y

Vermont Veteran Blackmer Shoots Self in Courtroom

Dennis M. Blackmer, a 60 year old Bennington resident charged with assault with intent to commit rape on a 10 year old, produced a revolver in the Municipal Court and shot himself in the forehead. Despite efforts, doctors fear his death within hours. He had served in the Civil War era Vermont Cavalry and was adjutant general of the G A R of Vermont under Puffer.

Bennington Dennis M. Blackmer Bar of Justice Blackmer George Chapman First Vermont Cavalry G. A. Ri. of Vermont Puffer

Roslindale Fares Drive Mass Meeting Action

A mass meeting in Knights of Honor Hall attracted about 1000 Ward 23 residents and Mayor Hert as they pushed for a 5 cent citywide fare. The committee reported talks with transportation officials and pledged further agitation by petition and other means until redress is secured. The Boston Elevated filed for Centre street line extension into Roslindale with the Board of Aldermen. a meeting is set for Oct 22 before the Aldermen, with another mass gathering planned later.

Roslindale Knights of Honor General Bancroft Boston Elevated New _ York, New Haven & Hartford John R. Graham Massachusetts Electric Roads New York New Haven & Hartford New Haven Graham Board of Aldermen Centre Street Jamaica Plain Knights of Honor Hall James Worth

Chickatawbuts Dine Hears Expansion Talks by Williams and Low

At Youngs last night the Chickatawbut Club heard Philip D. Low of New York criticize Bryan and Cleveland while Alonzo Williams of Brown University argued for U S expansion. Williams likened opponents to cowards and recited Douglas and Buchanan on territorial growth, urging a broader American role among nations.

Chickatawbut James Buchanan Professor Williams Low Low Punctuated His Speech With Personal Flings At Mr. Bryan Cleveland Mr. Bryan

Boston Postmaster Colonel Thomas committed to McLean Asylum

Colonel Henry A. Thomas former Boston post master has been committed to McLean Asylum and is not expected to live more than six months. Since resigning last December his health has rapidly declined and he has been under medical care. About ten days ago doctors decided better care and comfort would be available in an asylum, leading to his commitment.

Henry A. Thomas Boston McLean Asylum Thomas Colonel Thomas McLean

Greek cruiser Miaoulis to anchor in Boston Harbor

For the first time a Greek cruiser will ride at anchor in Boston Harbor today. The Navarchos Miaoulis, a second class cruiser and the first from Greece to cross the Atlantic, is named for the famed warrior Miaoulis. She carries eleven officers and about fifty men, most cadets from the Greek naval school.

Boston Harbor Navarchos Miaoulis Atlantic Ocean Miaoulis Naval School

Lowell Institute Free Lectures in Boston This Season

Public lectures of the Lowell Institute will be offered in Hunt ington Itall Rogers building 491 Boylston St Boston with free admission by ticket. The First Course of the 624 Season begins Monday Oct 15 at 7 15 PM. For more details and ticket info send an addressed stamped envelope to the Curator 491 Boylston St Boston.

Lowell Institute Huntington Itall Rogers Building Boylston At Boston Boylston ST A. Lawrench Lowell Trussec

Will Marry Now in New York After Court Release

Dr. Harry A. Hill announced that Alice Woods, who tried to commit suicide over a lost love, will marry him. In a happy court conclusion she was discharged and left the building hand in hand with her fiancé, concluding a tragedy with a wedding plan.

New York Harry A. Hill Alice Woods

Moran Murphy Wedding in Brookline Parish Residence

Miss Annie Louise Murphy daughter of Mrs J A Murphy of Brookline married Arthur P Moran of South Boston at St Marys Church of the Assumption Brookline in a ceremony at the parochial residence. Rev Michael T McManus rector officiated.

Annie Louise Murphy J.A. Murphy Brookline Arthur P. Moran South Boston St. Mary’s Church of the Assumption Michael T. McManus

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Depew Hurleo Sousa and His Band Board OF Trade Michal McDonald Bunker Hill Ave West Quincy Mass Portice GCA Hotel Pelham Tremont Boylston Sts Philadelphia Chestnut ST Mooney B. & A. Freight House Workman Lawson M’duffee Nelson Jernegan Case Janssens Dr. Bull Wri. H. Dreder Chrystie St Nen Rs Math Kansas Louis Bassill Strasser Dinter Téen Redskins Teen William Bassill William Automobile Committee Merchants and Manufacturers Duffy B. Mills, D. D Capaul Jacob Capaul Zeigler Street Roxbury T. D. Cook Temple Place Sullivan Bests Gardner Louisville Dave Sullivan Oscar Gardner Dennis Blackmer Hart R. A. Molcumber East Second Street Ward 17 Republican Club Dudley Street Frank O. White W. L. Sears Ernest C. Wagner Ward Edward W. Gardner Messrs. F. A. Newell George W. Morrison Howard E. Acker Flore Wilson Jewelry D. S H. 8 Lynn D. Wilson John B. Kelley P. O St. Fitchburg National Association of Physicians and Surgeons Pr. D. Wilson T. C W H. Bynner John Lowell, Jr Dr. Hill Methodist Churcil Brovfield Street Gro. Olmisby Tremont St Mitropolitan Manufacturing CO Franklin and SO Arch Sts Masa Acmico Gliot Street
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