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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1911
Page
4
The investigation centers on Avis Linnell's death after she reportedly planned to dine with a male friend. Police and Rev. Richeson face scrutiny as authorities examine cyanide findings, potential motive, and possible accomplices in a case linked to a Boston YWCA resident.
Miss Addie Elizabeth Carter of Cliftondale marries John C. Costin of Winnipeg Manitoba in a four year romance that culminates in a local ceremony. The bride is prominent in local circles and noted for being very attractive.
An old advertisement promises relief from coughing and chest congestion from waste buildup through a home mixed laxative cough syrup. Directions include wild cherry bark, cardioil essence, and white pine syrup with dosing for adults and children.
Chief Dugan of the Bureau of Criminal Investigation says he needs one more link in the evidence chain before arresting a suspect in the death of Avis Linnell. He questioned Linnell’s YWCA roommates and friends at the Warrenton Street headquarters and the New England Conservatory in Brookline. The clergyman Richeson remains ill and secluded as officers pursue details of Linnell’s last known interactions with a “gentleman friend.”
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmers Swamp Root as the best medicine for kidney liver and bladder diseases. It claims wide use and quick gentle effects with a purity certificate and two bottle sizes 50 cents and one dollar. A free sample bottle is offered by mail to readers of the Boston Daily Post.
An advertisement asserts that taking Pape's Cold Compound every two hours, total three doses, will cure a severe cold or grippe within hours. It emphasizes no quinine and credits three years of research and a fifty thousand dollar cost.
Witness recalls conversation about a young woman who seemed happy and enjoyed a luncheon with Mr Richeson. He says she appeared content, contradicting early beliefs she was unhappy or contemplating self harm. The narrative portrays a kind, sweet girl viewed through a friend’s memories.
The fiancée refuses to discuss the case or the Reverend Mr Richeson as Avis Linnell's matter continues. Details remain scarce with further coverage expected on page five.
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