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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1900

Page

5

Cure for Pale Woman Flourish Is Pills for Women

Florence, once pale and weak at thirteen, suffered stomach pains and bearing down issues. After failing with a physician, Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People cured her, improved appetite and color, and regulated her system. The writer also used them personally, with ongoing health benefits, available from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady priced per box and in a six box pack.

Florence Williams Druggista Dr. Williams Medicine Co Schenectady Ella Clute Wilkinson St Syracuse N. Y

Honorary pallbearers named for John Sherman funeral

Sherman funeral in Washington lists honorary pallbearers Secretary Hay Gage Supreme Court Justice Harlan Admiral Dewey General Miles ex Senator J D Cameron J A Kasson Bancroft Davis Senator Hawley Myron M Parker of the city The family invites diplomatic corps members with cards for services in this city Funeral train departs Washington for Mansfield Ohio at 3 30 tomorrow afternoon.

Washington John Sherman Hay Gage Justice Harlan Supreme Court Admiral Dewey Miles J. D. Cameron J. A. Kasson State Department Bancroft Davis Hawley Myron M. Parker Sherman Diplomatic Corps Mansfield

Tributes to Sherman Washington

Telegrams of condolence arrive at the Sherman home from M A Hanna John D Long Murat Halstead and R A Alger expressing sympathy for the loss. Ohioans in Washington meet to honor the death with resolutions and officials announce funeral arrangements and representation by state and department staff.

Washington Sherman M. A. Hanna United States Murat Halstead R. A. Alger Ais. Alger George W. Wilson Internal Revenue Atlee Department of State Mansfield E. J. Babcock

Boston Hotel Thief Clarke Arrested on Broadway

New York police arrest Matthew Clarke a known hotel thief linked to Boston robberies. Identified as rogues gallery No. 6934 and using aliases Buckner Allen Wallace Curtiss Rams dell Hudwell he was arraigned in Police Court and sent to headquarters. Boston authorities will be informed.

New York Matthew Clarke Rogues’ Gallery Buckner Allen Wallace Curtiss Ramsdell Hudwell Broadway Boston Clarke

Prospects for State House Sergeant at Arms Race

The death of Captain Jack Adams opens a Republican caucus fight for his successor as sergeant at arms and custodian of the State House. Major Charles G. Davis, Adams’s longtime assistant and Civil War veteran, is favored. Democrats hold little sway in organizing either chamber. Davis’s war record, local leadership, and unions with Adams mark him as a leading candidate, though several others are named for the post with a $3500 annual salary and significant patronage potential.

Jack Adams State House Charles G. Davis Captain Adams Major Davis New York City Lowell Boston Benjamin P. Shillaber Partington Boston Lancers Leutenant Kelly’s Ford Aldie Davis Libby Richmond Danville Macon Charleston Columbia Adams Knoxville Tenn Lookout Mountain Washington Boston Common Council Palmer Martin Ex-Prisoners of War Ancient and Honorable Artillery Washington Lodge of Masons Massachusetts Harvard College Peter D. Smith George H. Innes William H. Marden A. S. Roe J. J. McCarthy B. F. Cook Austin Bigelow

Fitz Gerald Denounces Ballot Stuffing at Mass Meeting

Concord telephoned report shows Congressman Fitz Gerald condemning ballot box stuffing and party hypocrisy. He cites alleged instances at state conventions in Back Bay and Middlesex, arguing both major parties bear blame and urging fairness in voting for the Democratic ticket.

Concord Fitzgerald

Missionary Association Meets in Springfield

The fifty fourth annual meeting of the American Missionary Association opened at Court Square Theatre in Springfield with over 400 delegates. Sessions run through Thursday. Mayor Hayes and Rev. Philip S. Moxom offered welcomes, echoed by President Noble. The annual report was read by Charles A. Hull.

Springfield American Missionary Association Court Square Theatre F. A. Noble Ofllinois W. P.hayes Philip 8 Charles A. Hull Brooklyn

Succession Question for City Street Board Post

Democratic candidates circle the Street Commissioners seat held by John P. Dore with a $4000 salary and possible $1500 extras. Ex-Senator John A. Kelcher, ex-Alderman David F. Barry, and ex-Alderman and ex-Wire Commissioner Thomas W. Flood are top names. Dore’s term ends January 1, 1901 after fifteen years as chair, with Kelher viewed as the strongest candidate though Donovan and Kelher are not admitting active plans.

John P. Dore Board of Street ,Commissioners John A. Kelcher David F. Barry Thomas W. Flood Dore Keliher James Donovan John A. Keliher

Faith healer mobbed in London crowd at town hall

A large mob greeted faith healer Dowie at St Martin's Town Hall in London. Police protected him as he entered through a double cordon and the crowd roared with cries and shouts. Charges rose, but officers prevented stampeding toward the doors.

London Mr. Dowie St. Martin's Town Hall

Congregationalists Debate Beard Pessimism At Tremont Temple

At a Boston Congregational Club meeting reverends weighed Rev. Dr. Beard's dour survey of the denomination. They argued the picture overstates decline, noting real gains in membership and Sunday schools, with pockets of strength in the West and Mississippi Valley and continued charity work.

Congregational House R. A. Beard Tremont Temple Boston Congregational Club Beard England Congregational United States Massachusetts Joshua Colt Massachusetts Home Missionary Society Charles B. Rice Congregational Board of Pastoral Supply West Mississippi Valley

Natick will of Maria Hayes allowed to probate

A Middlesex County Probate Court decree in East Cambridge allows the will of Maria Hayes of Natick to proceed to probate despite challenges by nephews and nieces alleging undue influence. Executor named is William Nutt. Bequests include 500 to Natick Fire Associates and Natick almshouse inmates, 1000 for Natick town house, and gifts to Morse Institute Fiske Memorial and First Congregational churches. Mrs Hayes died August 22. Will dated January 2, 1899.

McIntire Middlesex County Probate Court East Cambridge Maria Hayes Natick Testatrix Morse Institute Fiske Memorial First Congregational Churches Hayes

Firemen's Day Parade Celebrates Wakefield Fire Anniversary

Wakefield marked the anniversary of last year's disastrous fire with a citywide celebration led by firemen from Wakefield and neighboring towns. The parade began at 2 pm with chiefs Cade Sturtevant Gowen Lynds Nichols in order, followed by a banquet for visiting departments.

Wakefield Wakefield Department William F. Cade Stoneham Sturtevant Malden Gowen Melrose Lynds Reading Nichols

Mrs Wilbur Reports Missing Husband

Mrs Carria Wilbur tearfully told how her husband John R Wilbur 50 disappeared from 23 Walpole Street two weeks ago last Wednesday. He was employed for several years by Venece Chair Manufacturing Company 140 Richmond Street.

Carria Wilbur Walpole Street John R. Wilbur Venece Chair Manufacturing Company Richmond Street

Struck It Rich by Grape-Nuts Helped Weak Baby Grow

A two month old baby failed to nurse and suffered indigestion despite many foods. After using Grape-Nuts as a water first, then the food itself, the child’s bowels steadied, weight rose from 23 pounds at 15 months to a healthy, thriving 18 month old. Mrs. C D Johnston of Greenfield Indiana endorses the product as a lifesaving, easily digested nourisher. The ad claims Grape-Nuts supplies predigested wheat and barley nutrients, suitable for athletes and weak infants.

C. D. Johnston Greenfield Ind

Politician Sentenced for False Assessor List in Lowell

J T Donehue, chairman of the Democratic city committee and saloon keeper at 19 Union Street, pleaded guilty in Lowell Superior Court to wrongfully giving names for an assessors list. He received four months in the House of Correction after supplying Charles Riley with a list of men allegedly living in the block that proved untrue. Donehue previously served in the House of Representatives from Ward 6.

Lowell J. T. Donehue Superior Court House of Correction Donehue Democratic City Committee Union Street Charles Riley Donohue House of Representatives Ward 6

Missing Wilbur. last seen after laundry run near Appleton and Clarendon

Eighteen weeks after leaving a chair factory to drive a laundry team, Wilbur vanished after Mrs. Wilbur’s errand. A driver recalls giving him a ride the Friday after, with Wilbur getting off near Appleton and Clarendon. He is described as medium height, stout, florid, with arm inked US coat of arms and crucifix tattoo. He left with extra clothes, overcoat, and mackintosh.

Chair Manufacturing Establishment A. I. Rich Clarendon Wilbur India United States Mackintosh

Chicago Registration Figures Rise in Election Vote Total

Revised Chicago and Cicero figures show 402 83 entitled to vote in the upcoming election.

Chicago Cicero Board of Election Commissioners

Patrick O Riordan Buried at St Marys Church

Patrick O Riordan was buried after a solemn requiem mass in St Marys Church. The body lay in a broadcloth casket at 43 Monument Square before the procession to the church. Bearers included J J McCarthy Taft Reardon Lynch OBrien Riordan and Murphy. Clergy present included Rev John McMahon Rev James Allison and Rev Philip Gourley.

Patrick O'’Riorden St. Mary's Church Monument Square J. J. McCarthy Thomas .J. Taft John John McMahon James W. Allison Philip J. Gourley

Tour to Washington and Philadelphia by Royal Blue line

A five day national capital trip with visits to Philadelphia and New York City. Leaves Boston Navy 13 via Royal Blue line. Personally conducted. All expenses covered for twenty six dollars. Itinerary from A. J. Simmons of the N E A at 211 Washington Street Boston.

National Capital Philadelphia New York City Boston Navy Royal Blue Line A. J. Simmons Washington Street

Will Decree Allows Frances B. Hiller In East Cambridge

Judge MelIntire signed yesterday the decree admitting the last will of Frances B. Hiller, a Wilmington woman. The will names her husband Peter Surrette, former coachman, and sister Mrs. Mary Jeens as principal beneficiaries.

MelIntire East Cambridge Frances B. Hiller Wilmington Peter Surrette Mary Jeens

Russia Defiant Over Anglo German Agreement in Far East

Oct 23 report from St Petersburg notes varied Russian newspaper reaction. Novoe Vremya criticizes the deal as risky for Manchuria. others warn against diplomatic pacts, stressing Russian sole capacity to manage China relations and a march alone stance in Asia.

ST. Petersburg Novoe Vremya Germany England Manchuria Russia Pelho China Birschevija Viedomosti Petersburgsk Viedomosti Herald Lord Salisbury Great Britain Far East

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