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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1905

Page

9

Ford gun attack leaves Shortsleeve wounded in hotel veranda

Shortsleeve remains in critical condition at the Alstead Hotel after being shot in broad daylight by Ford following a personal dispute. Dr. Oliver cannot locate the bullet and will send Shortsleeve to Derry for X rays tomorrow. Sheriff Perry of Cheshire County shows a bullet pierced hat while pursuing Ford, who is sought to be captured or starved out.

Shortsleeve Ford Alstead Oliver Derry Sheriff Perry Cheshire County

Harvard Receives German and Japanese Library Gifts

Harvard adds significant gifts to Gore Hall with a Japanese government donation of maps from official surveys and a German gift of 225 Reichstag stenographic volumes. The Hohenzollern collection, totaling about 10,000 volumes when complete, was moved from Robinson Hall to Gore Hall, aided by Professor Coolidge’s pledge and ongoing curatorial efforts by Mr. Lichtenstein in Europe.

Germany Japan Gore Hall Harvard United States Baron Kikkama I. Tanaka Imperial Library Tokio Crimson Hohenzollern Robinson Hall R. C C. Coolidge Prince Henry Lichtenstein Europe

University of Pennsylvania filler disqualifies lineman Draper

The faculty athletic committee of the University of Pennsylvania ruled guard D. W. Draper ineligible to play for the varsity because he has not completed a full year as a student. Draper is the fourth Penn varsity player lost to injury or disqualification.

Philadelphia University of Pennsylvania D. W. Draper Draper Pennsylvania

Boston Labor Unions See Officers, Funds, and Plans Dec 1920s

Retiring Boston Central Labor Union president Peter W. Collins is honored by Electrical Workers Union 108 before moving to Washington to become secretary treasurer of the International Electri cal Workers' Union for four years. J W Barton elected as Collins successor. Cornelius P Shea arrives for mission of the international executive board and addresses the Teamdrivers' District Council. Dennis D Driscoll appeals state unions to donate to the Newsboys' scholarship at Harvard College, seeking $2000 to complete a $5000 fund. Local 228 of San Francisco seeks higher wage prices. 100 locals nationwide have yet to nominate officers for February elections. Officers elected for Hebrew Woodworkers' Union 280. Firemen's Union seeks charter. meshing with new Plano and Furniture Movers' Union organizing 15 employees. Wage Workers' Club promotes Kneeland for Alderman with rallies in Wards 22 and 23.

Peter W. Collins Boston Central Labor Union Electrical Workers’ Union 108 Washington, D. C International Electrical Workers’ Union J. W. Barton Collins Cornelius P. Shea Team Boston Minihan International Executive Board Dennis D. Driscoll American Federation of Labor Newsboys Harvard College D. D Hebrew Woodworkers’ Union Maurice Gamer Lazarus Marcovitz Max Cocet Joseph Quinter Max Siegel Thomas J. Minihan Plano and Furniture Movers Wood, Wire and Metal Lathers’ Union Roxbury Wage Workers’ Club Wells Memorial Building Fred J. Kneeland

Faint spells misattributed to biliousness warned by doctor

The text cautions that faint spells may accompany bilious ness but can signal heart weakness. It urges not to treat the stomach when the heart is the source of trouble, noting symptoms like shortness of breath and chest oppression as early signs.

Dr Miles Heart Cure Claims to Strengthen Heart

An advertisement asserts Dr Miles Heart Cure strengthens the nerves and heart muscles and ends fainting spells. A Maine testimonial from Effie OLough of Ellsworth Falls says after three bottles she feels cured and the first bottle will help or your money back.

Miles Effie Olough Ellsworth Falls Maine

Republican primer and catechism used in Massachusetts campaign

The Republican Club of Massachusetts issues a New England Republican primer with a catechism and provocative illustrations. It argues for tariff protection and prosperity, contrasts with Democrats who seek office, and predicts Guild in the governor’s chair while previewing municipal nomination papers to be distributed October 30 at Beacon Street.

Republican Club of Massachusetts New England Bay State Democratic Party United States Guild Beacon Street

Party Leaders Seek Allies in Boston Mayoral Campaign

Fitzgerald and Donovan managers pressed yesterday to win allies for their mayoralty bids. They seek backing from John H. Lee Harry Nann and James H. Doyle who may coordinate to aid the candidate. Fierce alderman contests loom in several wards including a bitter South Boston clash between McNamara and Linehan, both backing Donovan, with Charlestown also split between factions.

Fitzgerald Donovan John H. Lee Harry Nann James H. Doyle South Boston McNamara Linehan Charlestown

Democratic Mayoral Candidates Hold Busy Headquarters

Both Fitz gerald and E. J. Donovan greeted callers at their Boston headquarters in Winthrop and Simmons buildings promising confident primaries. Martin Lomasney visited Donovan, Fitzgerald denied mudslinging, and 15 000 return postals backed Fitzgerald while Donovan supporters circulated pledge cards.

Fitzgerald Winthrop E. J. Donovan Simmons Martin Lomasney Mr. Donovan John F. Fitzgerald William S. McNary Samoset Club South Boston McNary MecNary Bob McKirdy Patrick Bowen Harrison Avenue

Democrats Filing Papers for South Boston Alderman Seats

By last night no filings were made by John F. Fitzgerald or Edward J. Donovan with the Democratic city committee. Several incumbents, including Hennessey Frothingham James M. Curley Cauley and Linehan, filed yesterday. Willam E. Hickey joined for Ward 15 South Boston, signaling a four cornered race with Linehan Baldwin Hickey and possibly Michael F. Curran.

John F. Fitzgerald Edward J. Donovan Democratic City Committee Hennessey, Frothingham James M. Curley Cauley Linehan Willam E. Hickey Boston South Baldwin Hickey Michael F. Curran

Death of William H. McLaughlin Former A T F superintendent

William H. McLaughlin long time superintendent of the specimen printing department at American Type Founders died suddenly at his Wollaston home 132 Marlboro Street. He was known for his sociable disposition and consideration. Burial set for 2 PM Thursday October 26 from his residence.

William H. McLaughlin Specimen Printing Department American Type Founders’ Company Marlboro Street Wollaston McLaughlin

Greek Play at Harvard to Feature Strong Cast

Harvard stages a Greek play in Soldiers Field on June 14 16 and 19 featuring faculty and students. The production promises a memorable cultural highlight of the year with broad university participation.

Soldiers Field Harvard

Dr Agnew Catarrhal Powder Cures Catarrh in Minutes

Testimony volumes claim long lasting relief from catarrh with cures reported across the continent. Advertised as relieving symptoms in ten minutes, the product is presented through a claimed collection of personal endorsements.

Donovan rallies Boston ward meetings for Democratic trade stance

Edward J. Donovan campaigns through 10th 18th and 19th wards urging Democrats to win power to push reciprocal trade with Canada. He attacks Republican policy and rail consolidations while praising future mayoral prospects amid strong city support.

Boston Fitzgerald 10Th Ward Edward J. Donovan Canada New York New England Massachusetts Donovan Senate Commonwealth W. T. A. Fitzgerald Mr. Donovan John F. Fitzgerald

McNamara Announces Ward 13 Bid Against Linehan

Ex Councillor Jerry McNamara and the Douglas Club commit to opposing Alderman Frank J. Linehan in Ward 13. A stormy Douglas Club meeting left mayoralty picks undecided with E. J. Donovan and John F. Fitzgerald in contention. Senator Thomas J. Collins had been set to back the alderman race.

Jerry McNamara Douglas Club Frank J. Linehan McNamara Linehan Jerry Fighting E. J. Donovan John F. Fitzgerald Thomas J. Collins

Donovan Rally in Charlestown Interrupted by Dissent

Donovan for Mayor event at George F. Monahan Club in Charlestown faced interruptions as audience members challenged speakers. William F. Murray Jr and others traded barbs over wartime service and beer at rallies while Monahan and Harrington defended Donovan and pledged Democrat victory in Boston.

Edward J. Donovan George F. Monahan Club Charlestown William F. Murray, Jr Murray Jackson Club Ward 65 Monahan Mr. Murray Mr. Monahan Arthur Harrington Donovan Boston

Multiple Candidates Enter Race for Speakership

Representative John N. Cole of Andover begins active campaigning from 118 Devonshire street. Robert Luce of Somerville at 68 Devonshire street also begins his bid as W Rodman Peabody of Cambridge joins after two years in the House. Joseph Walker of Brookline, son of former Congressman Walker, enters amid rumors denied by Speaker Frothingham. Charles B Ward of Buckland and Charles A Andrews of Holyoke weigh in for Walker as Fred A Bearse of Springfield pledges support for Cole.

John N. Cole Andover Devonshire Street Cole Robert Luce Somerville W. Rodman Peabody Cambridge Joseph Walker Brookline Walker Worcester Frothingham Charles B. Ward Buckland Charles A. Andrews Holyoke Fred .A. Bearse Springfield

McIntosh Ballot Status Ruled By Nomination Filing Lapse

The man who pledged to file James McIntosh's nomination certificate failed to meet the legal deadline so McIntosh's name will not appear on the official ballot for the Ninth Norfolk district.

James McIntosh Norfolk McIntosh

Barnabee to Star Again in Rural Opera Cloverdell

Henry Clay Barnabee signs contracts in Boston to create the role of Hon. Jefferson Jackson Clover in Cloverdell a rural opera satirizing American politics with book by Tilton Richardson music by George Lowell Tracy and lyrics by D K Stevens production planned for Worcester the week of November 27. Barnabee aims to return to the stage despite prior accident and declined a public testimonial benefit.

Boston Henry Clay Barnabee Bostonians Jefferson Jackson Clover Department of Agriculture Cloverdell Cotton Leak Tilton Richardson George Lowell Tracy D. K Stevens Worcester Barnabee New York

Woman seeks funds to obtain divorce in Great Barrington

Mrs. Robert Maxwell, about 40, is circulating a paper among Great Barrington residents asking for money subscriptions to help her divorce her deserting husband. She has two small children and has earned a scanty living since he left her penniless years ago.

Great Barrington Robert Maxwell

Lavina Buck Celebrates 91st Birthday In Brookline

Mrs. Lavina L. Buck, mother of the wife of ex Surgeon General Blood, celebrated her 91st birthday. Friends visited and gifts were given. She lived in Falir field Me for 80 years, after her golden wedding her husband died and she moved to Brookline with Dr Blood.

Lavina L. Buck Blood Beacon Street Brookline

Dying from horse kick in Cambridge stable

James Connell was kicked by a horse at 2 p m yesterday in the stable of A M Stewart and Co on Main street Cambridge He lies in Cambridge Relief Hospital in a dying condition Connell is single and lives at 22 Carlisle Street Cambridge He works as a teamster for W H Wood Lumber Company

James Connell A. M. Stewart & Co Main Street Cambridge Cambridge Relief Hospital Connell Carlisle Street W. H. Wood Lumber Company

Jordan Wins Two Firsts In Chicago Horse Show

Chicago October 25 Interest focused on the harness horse class as James H. Moore of Chicago won the prize, defeating E. D. Jordan of Boston and M. H. Tic enor Co. Other top awards included Strange Will trotters Tangerine ponies Hildred and Unicorn Lord Russell Lord Roberts and Harold H. among harness horses all owned by Moore.

Chicago James H. Moore E. D. Jordan Boston M. H. Tichenor & Co Strange Will Will J. Davis Tangerine BH. D. Jordan Hildred Unicorn Lord Russell Lord Roberts Harold H

Missing Daniel McDonald 5 From East Cambridge

Daniel McDonald five, son of Mrs. Daniel McDonald of 50 Plymouth Street East Cambridge, disappeared from home Wednesday at 4 pm. Neighbors report seeing him with his father. last known location unknown. He wears a red cap black laced shoes and is described as very thin and sickly.

Daniel McDonald Plymouth Street East Cambridge

Murray May Die From Elevator Fall

Theodore Murray a Boston post office clerk of 20 Moultrie Street Dorchester fell 60 feet down an elevator well yesterday suffering multiple injuries and may die. He is listed on the danger list at Relief Hospital.

Theodore Murray Moultrie Street Dorchester Boston Post Office Relief Hospital

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