Wealthy Back Bay Woman Placed Under New Temporary Guardianship
Mrs. Julia B. French of 10 Newbury Street, wealthy Back Bay resident, is the first subject under a new temporary guardianship law. Judge Everett C. Bumpus was appointed guardian without notice, while her guardianship fights are led by Wilfred A. French and attorney John B. Moran. For fifteen days she has been under Pinkerton and two nurses, barred from mail and ordinary movement, with a guard accompanying her outside. The case, pursued by her counsel Samuel K. Hamilton and Moran, moves toward a November 26 hearing on permanent guardianship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia B. French
Newbury Streets
Everett C. Bumpus
Wilfred A. French
T.french
Newbury Street
Samuel K. Hamilton
John BB. Moran
Supreme Court
Massachusetts
John B. Moran
Pinkerton
Guardian
Blumer
Moran
Bumpus
Grant
Messrs
Hamilton
Flowery Epistles in Dixon Divorce Trial Unfolding
In Philadelphia court yesterday the Dixon divorce case centered on flowery letters and a lover’s code claimed to be written by Rev. Dr. Dixon to Mrs. Ammerman. Witnesses recounted the Ayres episode and alleged improper relations, with statements from Jennie Pierson and Mrs. Dixon’s allies detailing tensions, settlements, and demands amid the unraveling marital ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dixon
Peary
Jennie Pierson
John J. van Nort
Scranton
Ammerman
Massachusetts
B. F. Hawley
Dr. Dixon
Philadelphia
Restitution Sought in New York Defaulter Case
In New York Captain McClusky and bank officials met with Attorney Fisher to discuss the Alvord defaulter case. A federal warrant was reported granted. no restitution had yet been paid. Police note Alvord could be arrested without a warrant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
McClusky
Fisher
First National Bank
Alvord
Bank Tries To Recover Funds In Alvord Theft Case
Negotiations are reported between First National Bank officials and Cornelius L. Alvord Jr. over recovering some of the $80000 stolen. Bank and lawyers refuse to confirm details while Pinkerton and law enforcement deny pursuit. Alvord’s whereabouts remain unknown as his family travels to Stockport to be with relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Pelief
First National Bank
Cornelius L. Alvord, Jr
Alvord
Jacob F. Miller
Fisher A. Baker
Baker
Hine
Pinkerton Agency
George D. ‘Bangs
Pinkerton
Mt. Vernon
Stockport
Alvord's Wine and Poker Revels in Mt. Vernon Scandal
New York reports detail Cornelius L. Alvord Jr. keeping a strict early routine to doctor bank records and hide lavish losses. Friends say he drank champagne nightly, hosted New York politicians and legislators for champagne suppers and high stakes poker into the early morning, with town guests staying over. A Mt. Vernon resident notes occasional bank officers as guests, implying insider knowledge of his lifestyle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cornelius L. Alvord, Jr
Mt. Vernon
Alvord
Miss Anna Hunter Nominated for Newport School Board
Democrats nominate Anna Hunter for Newport school committee. Hunter, daughter of the late Captain Charles Hunter U S N, survived the Ville Du Havre tragedy and is expected to win. She would be the second woman on the board alongside Mrs Victor Sorchan, a Newport society figure prominent in Boston and New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
The
Democrats
Anna Hunter
Miss Hunter
Charles Hunter
Ville du Havre
Hunter
Victor Sorchan
Charlotte Hunnewell
Boston
New York
City Messenger Pratt Celebrates Sixtieth Birthday
Cambridge city messenger F. L. Pratt marked his sixtieth birthday yesterday while at City Hall. He has completed twenty five years of service as Cambridge city messenger, and received congratulations from colleagues and friends during the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pratt
Cambridge
City Hall
City Messenger
Berwin to Rule Streets in Municipal Caucus Filing
Nomination papers filed by Republican ward leaders at Albion building trigger a scramble for positions. Ex Alderman Berwin slated for street commissioner as factions form around Gove and Hutchinson, with A P Russell expected to chair the ward committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albion
Charles Wrigley
Henry Borden
Wrigley
Richard F. Andrews, Jr
Ware 21
Winsloe
Jesse Gove
Russell
John Colby
Senator Innes
Milton Paige
George N. Swallow
Hiart
Ward 9
Bill Campbell
W. H. Myrick
Moynahan
Richardson
Morgan
Myrick
Campbell
Chamberlain
John H. Colby
Pickering
Charles Woolley
David Simpson
Lincoln G. Desmond
Gove
Berwin
Hutchinson
A. P. Russell
American bark Fred P. Litchfield sails from Lourenco Marques
A dispatch to the Daily Mail from Lourenzo Marques says the American bark Fred P. Litchfield left port yesterday carrying a large quantity of Transvaal gold hidden beneath its ballast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Daily Mail
Lourenzo Marques
Fred P. Litchfield
Transvaal
Bronchitis relief touted by Scott and Lowne
An early advertisement claims chronic bronchitis is hard to cure, ailments worsen due to climate, and promotes Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil as the best relief. It invites readers to request a sample from Scott and Lowne at 409 Pearl Street, New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Scott & Lowne
Pearl Street
New York
Star and Garter vaudeville opens with Agousts at Hyperion
Frank McKee premieres John J McNallys new vaudeville farce The Star and Garter at Hyperion Theatre New Haven presenting the Azoust family of Paris. The plot centers on a will requiring $50000 and a six week marriage with Bets and Otto Work. The Agousts perform a spectacular act to close the second act and the sixty member company delivers a lively show with a realistic Morris Park race track scene. Principal stars include Otis Harlan Joseph Coyne William Blaisdell Thornton Cole Marie Calitt Mae Lowry Mamie Gilroy Nellie Lynch and John G Sparks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Conn
Frank McKee
John J. McNally
Star and Garter
Hyperion Theatre
America
Azoust
Paris
Europe
Agensts
Pennett Wok
Otto Work
Willett Work
Mme. Piquet
McCann
Bennett Work
Morris Park
Otis Harlan
Joseph Coyne
William Blaisdell
Thornton Cole
Marie Calitt
Mae Lowry
Mamie Gilroy
Nellie Lynch
John G. Sparks
City Briefs: Falls, Arrests, and Thefts Reported
Albert O Leary of 1123 Hampden street fell from a wagon and fractured his leg below the knee. An unidentified man on Burnett street suffered apoplexy and was found yesterday. A 145 year old man, 170 pounds, wearing a play suit, was taken to City Hospital. Special Officer Hart arrested Simon Bresth on a warrant for larceny of 164 dollars from Charles L. Belding, whom Bresth served as collector. Charles H Bidfield’s house at 76 Green street was entered with false keys. clothing and jewelry valued at 226 dollars were stolen. Frank McGinnis was arrested departing the New York train for forging an eight dollar and fifty cent draft on the Blackstone National Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert O'Leary
Hampden Street
Burnett Street
Roosevelt declines comment on Lee Trust charges
NO ANSWER FROM ROOSEVELT WATERTOWN NY Oct 2 Governor Roosevelt refused to discuss the New York report that Mayor Van Wyck would issue his reply to the Lee Trust charges. He said Van Wyck could do as he pleased about the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watertown
N. Y
Roosevelt
New York
van Wyck
Lee Trust
van Wyeck
Dance of Saxonia Stewards in East Boston
In Websterstrall East Boston a Cunard Saxonia stewards held a first of a series dance last night. The aim is to introduce Saxonia crew to East Boston residents and foster a homey feeling while the ship is in port, continuing through the winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Websterstrall
Boston
Cunard
Saxonia
East Loston
Liverpool
Handkerchief Found Ties Portland Drowning to Boston
Word from Boston reports a handkerchief marked William L. Martin found on the body in the Portland drowning last Saturday. The deceased is believed to have arrived in Portland by boat from Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
William L. Martin
Portland
Bostom
Bryan's Busy Day In Jersey City Heading Toward Hoboken
Bryan's busy day in Jersey City included an 8 15 start from a suburb, a halt at St Joseph's Hall, and a Marion speech urging voters to stay true to convictions. He toured in a barouche drawn by four horses, escorted by a large club, delivering four indoor talks before proceeding to Hoboken for the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey City
St. Joseph's Hall
Marion
Bryan
Jersey
Hoboken
Bryan Draws Large Crowd at New Jersey Democratic Meet
In Trenton the Democratic clubs of New Jersey convened at Taylor Opera House with ex Judge Lambert presiding. Dr Cornelius Shepherd led discussions on imperialism as committees formed on resolutions affirming independence and the Kansas City platform while awaiting Mr Bryan. He arrived to a packed house of about 500 and a jubilant reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
N. J
Democratic Clubs of
New Jersey
Taylor Opera House
Lambert
Democratic Society of New Jersey
Cornelius Shepherd
Bryan
Committee On Resolutions
Kansas City
Opera House
Roosevelt Campaign Closes with Rallies in Auburn Syracuse
Roosevelt addressed large crowds in Auburn and Syracuse as part of a cross county tour. He defended his administration on national issues and criticized Bryan for avoiding a gold standard stance. Oswego remarks highlighted debate over gold versus silver payments to creditors and Bryan's evasive reply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
N. Y
Roosevelt
Auburn
Bryan
Oswego
Secretary Long Plans Western Political Swing
Westbound trip starts Saturday from Washington with speeches planned in Colorado Springs where his daughter lives. He may speak in Colorado Nebraska and other states as part of the tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Long
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Nebraska
Gage Addresses Brooklyn Campaign Meeting
The Academy of Music in Brooklyn was crowded as Secretary Lyman J. Gage spoke on campaign issues under Brooklyn Young Men's Republican Club auspices. Frank H. Field gave the introductory address praising President McKinley and Governor Roosevelt as a hearty reception followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Academy of Music In
Brooklyn
Lyman J. Gage
Brooklyn Young Men's Republican Club
Frank H. Field
McKinley
Roosevelt
Secetary Gage
Alger Speaks for McKinley Policy in Traverse City
General Russell A. Alger former Secretary of War addressed a large crowd in Traverse City emphasizing the Philippine policy of the McKinley administration. He asserted that Aguinaldo initiated the war against American troops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Traverse City
Mich
Russell A. Alger
McKinley
Aguinaldo
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Clarence Rowley
Rowley
Kehoe
G. A. Blumer
Butler Insane Asylum
Providence, R. I
Emerald
Sexton
Katherine James
Dixon’s Doctor
Missouri
Sioux Falls
Mrs. Ammerman
Miss Eggleston
Dixons
Cora C. Eggleston
Hillsdale
Wall Street
Bank
Bucket Shop
Alvor's
Erly
Bright
Dean’s
F. B. Carleton
Chestnut St
Chelsea
Dean
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
Rich Newport
Democrats For School Committee
F. L. Prat
Farge
John McNally
Democratic Clubs
Gage
Alger
Mkinley
Stevenson
Chicago
Adlai KE. Stevenson
Michigan
Platteville
Wis
Milwaukee
Hoxie
Albert N. Hoxie
Everett
Curtis Guild, Jr
Philippines
Spain
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