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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1901
Page
4
A worn husband leans on his wife as disease weakens him while pulmonary illness rises. The article extolls Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery for coughs bronchitis weak lungs and consumption and shares patient testimonies and a free medical adviser offer.
In Providence on October 8 1 000 millionaire guests including John D Rockefeller Jr and Miss Abby Green Aldrich will attend the wedding tomorrow at the bride elects home. The ceremony will be followed by a vast breakfast in a 7000 square foot temporary structure decorated with flags flowers. Thousands travel by steamers and trolleys to the Aldrich estate as police cordon the grounds. The bride to wear an American silk gown.
The article recalls the courtship of John D. Rockefeller Jr and Abby Aldrich, dating from Brown University days. He emerges from college to join Standard Oil, quickly making a fortune while his family ties shape public interest in their engagement.
In Holyoke October 8 delegates of the Massachusetts State branch of the American Federation of Labor defeated a Socialist resolution proposed by Boston's David Goldstein. The measure urged democratic ownership of trusts and wider discussion of economic questions, but was rejected except for a final paragraph.
Charles F. Cooley, 41, sought for the murder of Mrs. Elizabeth Casey. Police describe him as 155 to 160 pounds, medium complexion, dark hair with gray, light brown mustache, straight nose and pointed chin. He wears false teeth and was last seen in brown sack clothes with a black flat top hat.
The will of Leverett M. Chase, former head master of Dudley Grammar School Roxbury, is being contested by his four children Sarah M Henry W Charles B and Georgiana M on grounds of unsound mind. Judge Grant presides in Suffolk Probate Court.
The article notes confidence that Miss Stone would meet her God if executed. It reports a possible death by brigands despite efforts to save her and mentions a planned service at Chelsea First Congregational Church if death is confirmed. Families doubt Vienna Paris reports of a respite and hope ransom payments influence the band.
Hartford report from the American board recounts the decision against paying a ransom for Ellen M. Stone. It notes government actions, a Washington meeting, and a trust in diplomatic efforts while urging supporters to fund the effort through Kidder, Peabody & Co. and to maintain unity.
Miss Ellen Stone, the missionary held by Bulgarian brigands, faced a feared execution day set at 10:24 Boston time. Relatives and supporters awaited updates as ransom efforts continued, hoping intervention or increased funds might delay or avert the deadline. Charles Stone, her brother, showed visible distress while reporters and supporters tracked the unfolding situation.
Edwin Store and Charles A. Stone, brothers of Ellen M. Stone, dispute reports of a 30 day ransom respite. They cite consular doubt and Vienna dispatches, while Chelsea and Cary avenue homes reflect shifting hope. An American prayerful appeal seeks $110000 to secure release.
In Philipopolis Bulgaria Oct 8 public concern rises over the fate of Miss Fillen M Stone an American missionary abducted by Macedonian militants. Bulgarians condemn the government for leniency toward the Macedonian committee and fear for Miss Stone who was well known locally and had aided Bulgarians in earlier troubles. Consul General Dickinson speculates on ransom as leverage to avoid murder.
At the New York office in United Charities Building Rev. Dr. D C Creegan reports that total contributions received to date amount to about $60 000 The New York office will stay open for contributions until further notice.
October 8. Mr Has Kell, the American missionary at Samokov, Bulgaria, begins talks with brigands to cut the ransom demanded for the release of Miss Stone.
Fund growth continues for Miss Ollen M. Stone as American Board fundraising expands nationwide. Subscriptions posted at 3 p.m. total 56,574.6 with 35,000 forwarded to the Turkish consulate via the State Department. Notables include James W. Bixter Orlando H Jadwin Mrs. Ruth G Palmer and others from churches banks and firms.
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