Marx Awaiting Death Sentence In Connecticut Trial
New London Oct 20 Gershon Marx found guilty of first degree murder in the killing of farm hand Pavel Radecki last spring The verdict to be followed by a death sentence when the court reconvenes The case marked the county's first death penalty in 60 years and the first on a Hebrew in the state The trial also raised suspicions of another mutilated farm hand body found on Marx farm in Colchester Marx 73 years old and married several times awaits sentencing with his wife named as an accessory to the crime The county officers believe several murders occurred on the farm
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New London
Gershon Marx
Pavel Radecki
Connecticut
Marx
Colchester
Case
Famous Confederate Veterans Endorse Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey
A veteran testimonial in Macon Georgia dated July 23 1904 praises Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a healing tonic restoring blood strength and vigor after Civil War wounds. It claims government recognition as a medicine and touts health benefits for fevers lung troubles indigestion and heart support with doctors recommending it for fifty years.
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Duffy
Lee
Warren A. Mosley
Columbus ‘St
Macon
Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey Promoted as Cure All
An advertisement touts Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as the exclusive cure and preventive for consumption, pneumonia, bronchitis, coughs and colds. It cites testimonials from veterans and urges purchase from reliable druggists with the Old Chemist trademark on sealed bottles for one dollar a bottle.
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Duffy
Daffy’s
Duffy’s
Duffy Malt Whiskey Co
Rochester
N. Y
Harvard Men Tramp on Parker Picture at Mass Meeting
At Harvard's largest Republican mass meeting a poster of Democratic nominee Alton B Parker was torn down amid a fierce scramble. Republicans overran Democrats, trampling the photograph. Roosevelt telegram elicited wild cheers and a major pro Roosevelt show of support among students. A canvass claims a 61 vote plurality for Roosevelt among Harvard students in key states.
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Harvard
Alton B. Parker
Old Massachusetts Hall
Roosevelt
Harry M. Wheeler
Cambridge
Mass
Harvard Republican Club
Theodore Roosevelt
Kelley Draws With O Brien In Mixed Boston Card
A Cambridge A C boxing night failed to produce the scheduled 10 round bout between Rouse O'Brien of South Boston and Kid Paul of Providence as Paul refused to fight. Emergency Kelley substituted and largely controlled the action. the bout was ruled a draw after 10 rounds if both men survived. Earlier preliminaries saw Pat Dougherty defeat Young McCree in one, Young Schindler stop Johnny Daley in two, and Artie McGinness fall to Johnny Ahearn in two. An extra exhibition pitted Johnny Lynch against Jack Williams for four rounds with no decision.
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Rouse O’brien
South Boston
Kid Paul
Providence
Cambridge A. C
Kelley
O’brien
Pat Dougherty
Young McCree
Young Schindler
Johnny Daley
Artie McGinness
Johnny Ahearn
Johnny Lynch
Jack Williams
Average Temperature Yesterday and One Year Ago
Yesterday averaged 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The report notes the prior year’s value for the same date, but provides no further details or context.
Quinona Promises Cure For Sleeplessness And More
Dr Robert J Henderson told the Pathological Society of Phila that Quinona will improve health by curing stomach trouble nervousness poor blood sleeplessness and general rundown conditions. Sold by druggists at 1 or large bottle free medical advice via The Quinona Co Boston.
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Robert J. Henderson
Pathological Society of Phila
Quinona CO
Hartford St
Boston
Harvard Golf Player Leads Intercollegiate Match Play
Twenty four golfers from Harvard Yale Princeton Pennsylvania and Columbia began 18 hole qualifying for the intercollegiate championship at Hamilton. Walter Egan led with 80, Chandler Egan 87, Reinhart defeated Proal 1 up in a key afternoon match, leaving Harvard Princeton and Yale with remaining contenders.
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Hamilton
Harvard
Yale
Princeton
Pennsylvania
Columbia
Max Behr
H. Chandler Egan
New Haven
Bruce Smith
Webster Crow
Archie Reid
F. C. Reinhart
Nassau
Walter Egan
W. T. West
Robert Abbott
Frank O. Reinhart
P. A. Proal
Eight Reserves for Regular Police Force
The Board of Police promoted eight reserve officers to regular patrolmen to fill part of 15 vacancies from retirements dismissals and death. Promoted were Joseph M McCabe Division 1 John J Matheny Peter C Lawson William E E Hagan Division 2 John H Hill Gustav F Hollstein Division 6 Peter J Schlicker Division 12 Joseph E Moisan Division 15.
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Board of Police
Joseph M. McCabe
John J. Matheny
Peter C. Lawson
William EE. Hagan
John H. Hill
Gustav F. Hollstein
Peter J. Schlicker
Joseph E. Moisan
Shameful Sham Says Henry George of Roosevelt
Henry George at a Democratic noonday meeting in New York denounced President Roosevelt as a shameless sham and called the protective tariff robbery. When he asked whether any in the hall disagreed, replies of I do came from all parts of the audience. He replied I’m glad of that it’s worthwhile to try and convert those who do not agree.
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New York
Henry George
Roosevelt
Fire Dept Shakeup Brings Retirements and Promotions
The fire department underwent a shakeup with retirement, two promotions, and future overhauling. Captain James Bowles of Ladder 12 retires on half pay after a long career since 1887. Engineer George Twiss and Senior Hoseman Frank Sheerin are promoted to lieutenancy, while Lieutenant George Dunn resigns from Engines 26 35. New appointments expected soon.
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James P. Bowles
George H. Twiss
Frank J. Sheerin
George N. Dunn
Bowles
Twiss
Sheerin
Yankee women golfers win in Toronto match
United States women golf team defeated Canada 33 to 5 at Lambton Club links. Except for Miss Thomas, all U S players led or tied. Miss Dick won the driving event with 485 yards total in three drives, Miss M Curtis placed fifth with 328 yards, and Miss Bishop, the U S champion, won the putting contest with 10 points.
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Toronto
Ont
United States
Canada
Lambton Club
Thomas
Bolte
M. Curtis
Bishop
Texas Orator to Aid Bay State Democrats
Morris Sheppard, Texas Congressman and Yale Law School graduate, recently recognized as a gifted orator, will speak in Lowell on Tuesday night. His selection signals growing national committee interest in Massachusetts campaign efforts.
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Texas
Bay State
Morris Sheppard
Congress
Yale Law School
Lowell
National Committee
Massachusetts
Gardner Urges Parker Vote Against Trusts in Boston
Professor George E. Gardner of Boston University argues trusts threaten education and the economy and urges voters to back Parker. He criticizes Roosevelt's methods, questions Panama legality, and cites tariffs, trusts, and Philippine policy as key issues in the election. Gardner teaches contracts at BU Law School.
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George E. Gardner
Boston University
Gardner
Philippine Islands
Philippines
Parker
Roosevelt
Panama
Boston University Law School
Man 82 Dies After Roof Fall at Beachmont Home
Daniel Bartlett 82 fell from a roof while repairing his house at 170 Bellingham Avenue Beachmont. He fractured his neck and died instantly. Bartlett, a longtime Revere resident, had been urged by family not to climb the roof but refused.
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Daniel Bartlett
Bellingham Avenue
Beachmont
Mr. Bartlett
Revere
Read It Carefully The Red Fox Ale Card
A brief notice reports the Red Fox Ale card now running in electric cars. The item notes a sponsorship or promotion tied to a local brand and the growing use of electric vehicles in a civic setting.
East Boston Alderman Race Sparks Democratic Clash
East Boston hosts a lively three candidate race for alderman with strong backing and a fierce but cordial contest. Dr Henry L Plummer Michael J Leary and James F Nolan all have legislative or past alderman experience, as ward 1 committee battles form part of the political drama with opposition to machine candidates expected.
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East Boston
Henry L. Plummer
Michael J. Leary
James F. Nolan
Cape District Senate Race Sees Candidate Withdrawals
Senator William A. Nye quits re election bid. Thomas C. Day files for nomination, withdrawing to avoid ballot duplication. Other Republicans are Thomas Pattison and Herman Harding. Democrats nominate Charles C. Paine of Hyannis. Cape Republicans after long talks split, three of five proceed to vote.
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Cape District
William A. Nye
Thomas C. Day
Barnstable
Day
Thomas Pattison
Herman Harding
Chatham
The
Cape
Charles C. Paine
Hyannis
Bryan predicts Indiana will back Parker and Davis
William J. Bryan spoke in New Albany Indiana after touring the state saying Democrats are ready to vote and that Indiana will return a plurality for Parker and Davis. He reported little disaffection among silver Democrats and no reason for gold Democrats to be dissatisfied as crowds cheered.
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New Albany
Ind
Indiana
William J. Bryan
Bryan
Parker and Davis
Socialists to Rally at Faneuil Hall for Governor Candidate
In Faneuil Hall on Saturday evening October 22 the Socialist party will present their candidate for Governor John Quincy Adams of Amesbury to the public. The meeting is one of four series held across the state.
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Faneuil Hall
Socialist Party
John Quincy Adams
Amesbury
Nervous Condition Described as Widespread Debility
A medical note explains nervousness as a common nervous system debility. It lists symptoms such as mood low, insomnia, twitching, and tired mornings, while noting organs like lungs and heart may be sound. Causes include wear and tear, anxiety, and heavy responsibility, stressing nerve fibre delicacy.
Council Votes Sewer Loan Amid Protests and Pledges
The Common Council passed a $600,000 sewer loan order despite Ward 11 Councilman Pierce’s objections accusing the Mayor of using funds for political gain. The vote was 32 to 7. Other actions included voting booth location concerns, a $300 annual widow’s benefit for a fallen officer, and a $100,000 bond for deficits in loan accounts. Resolutions honored Senator George Frisbie Hoar as the council adjourned.
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Common Council
Pierce
Ward 11
Board of Aldermen
Thomas J. Fay
Copley Square
McKie
Ward 1
Alfred Sturtevant
Station 7
Boston
Harrington
Hoar
Ferber
Ward 10
George Frisbie Hoar
Fitzgerald
Hillside Club Presents Vaudeville at Universalist Vestry
The Hillside Young Men's Club of Medford Hillside will stage a vaudeville program in the vestry of the Hillside Universalist Church this evening.
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Hillside Young Men's Club
Medford Hillside
Hillside Universalist Church
Panther SCARE AT THE FAIR ENSURES AMPUTATION OF HAND FINGERS
John O'Brien a keeper in the Jungle at Mechanics Exposition suffered a severe hand injury when a female panther leapt at the cage bars. The two bitten fingers were amputated by Dr. E. A. Burnham after O'Brien prodded the animal to move it. The incident drew a crowd and witnesses fainted. The panther in captivity four months came from Colorado.
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John O’brien
Mechanics’ Building
O’brien
O'Brien
E. A. Burnham
Colorado
Parker Back at Rosemount Park
Judge Parker left New York at 5 30 p m for Esopus to address a Hudson county New Jersey Democratic delegation and on Saturday speak to Harlem and Parker Independent Club delegates. Likely another delegation will visit Esopus Monday if plans succeed. late today Parker received calls from Generals Miles and other notable figures from Georgia and Connecticut.
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New York
Judge Parker
Esopus
Hudson County
N. J
Harlem Democratic Club
Parker Independent Club
Nelson A. Miles
Hoke Smith
Georgia
H. M. Murphy
Charles Comstock
Charles F. Thayer
Norwich
Conn
Labor unions on legal grounds discussed at Boston Typothete dinner
Boston Typothete held its October meeting at Hotel Brunswick with Vice-President Thomas P. Nichols presiding in President J. Stearns Cushing's absence. Senator W. A. Morse spoke on labor unions from a legal angle, citing cases where unions allegedly violated the law.
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Boston
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Marloff St
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Fire Dept
Yankee
Kean i
Columbia Conserve Co
Indianapolis, Ind
Cushing
Cushing Medical Supply CO
Washington ,St
Prof
David J. Ingraham
Winter St
Seruzanys
Oxford
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Paine
Geo. W. Darren
Fifth Ave
George W. Davren
Pent Square
Blagden Street
Sturtevant
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Rosemount
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