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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1895

Page

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Runaway Boys From Working Boys Home Named

Officers detained several youths after they were seen entering a yard. Names and ages given include Thomas Scully 11 David Gilday 11 Ralph Milliken 12 George Hicks 18 Harry Murphy 18 James Gilday 18. The boys said they escaped from the Working Boys Home on Bennett Street and officials were notified to collect them.

Abe Emall Thomas Scully David Gilday Ralph Milliken George Hicks Harry Murphy James Gilday Bennet Street

Death of Anna Moy Fook Shocks Chinatown Community

Anna Dunber Carroll wife of Moy Fook of Chinatown died at Emergency Hospital from a self inflicted wound at 6 PM. Telegraphic notice from Petersboro N H. states burial to be held today.

Anna Dunber Carroll Moy Fook Chinatown Yestran Dunhar Petersboro N. H Pace Seth Carelegs Ainful Peterboro

Weather Brief From Washington October 10

Washington dispatch reports foreseat for the day in New England warmer with winds shifting from easterly to southerly.

Pwashington England

Proved Train Service From Park Street to New York

A five hour train robbery narrative describes a schedule from Park Square to Great Central station New York via Dedham Willimantic and the Als Line of the New York New Haven Hartford railroad. The only stop noted is Middletown Connecticut for coach seating and parking reservations at 322 Washington.

New York Hugland Ton Park Square Great Central Station New

Mayor Curtis Weighs Nomination and Party Duty in City Race

Mayor Curtis signals willingness to accept renomination if nominated by the Republican delegates. He asserts a duty to the party and to officials he placed, while predicting Boston’s alignment in state contests. The piece covers ward-level candidate withdrawals and anticipated races for street commissioner and alderman across Charlestown, South Boston, East Boston, and Jamaica Plain, plus ongoing intra‑party fights and strategizing ahead of the convention.

Curtis Wipers Republican Party Thas Boston George Fred. Williams Greenhalge Bd Aid Ms Williams Senator Hutchinson Republican City Committee Greenh Prd Josiah Quincy Wiliams Democratic City Committee Ward John W O'Nell Quincy William J. Gallivan Pat O'Shea Lemps Michael J. Mitchell John J. Mahoney John Hurley Bunker Hill Brady Charlestown South Boston Morris Frederick Gove Flood Lee Barry William J. Donovan East Boston Salmon D. Charles Jamaica Plain Curtin Arthur L. Spring Nis Frederick Folsom Alderman Folsom

Fitzsimmons Mystery Spreads as He Is Arrested Near Texarkana

Texarkana dispatch reports Fitzsimmons detained after train stop, with sheriff and deputies asserting authority from Arkansas to act. The train halted briefly in Texas then moved toward Pine Bluff, while rumors of state troops waiting at Malvern to seize the Fitzsimmons party circulate.

Texarkana Fussimmong Litbey Rook Springs Sherif Arkansas Iy Tee Officis Tiss Gaver Texas Fitzsimmons Malvern Hot Springs Fulton Here

Corbett to Appease Crowd at Whittington Park Tomorrow

In Hot Springs Arkansas Corbett prepares to face the Florida Athletic Club forfeit while deputies and authorities pursue Pitz Simmons. Corbett left Spring Lake in secrecy and may be a guest of a sympathetic local family as carpenters rush to finish a temporary ring for the event.

Hot Springs Ark Corbett Mentygie Poncecsion Alan Pitzsimmons Spring Lake Oold Brady Whittington Park Florida Athletic Club

Jail the Governor fight in Hot Springs Arkansas

Bitter local sentiment targets Governor Clarke and advisers for over ruling county law to block Corbett and Fitzsimmons. Prosecuting Attorney Teague says if Clarke had acted properly the fight could have been stopped quickly, and vows to enforce rights and jail any outsiders or officers who come without proper requisition from the sheriff. The community insists authorities must obey the law and protect local rights.

Hot Springs Ark Clarke Corbett and Fitzsimmons Téague Iowa Wlothers

Governor orders militia to Hot Springs in Arkansas crisis

Governor Clarke directed the state militia to Hot Springs after an Attorney General call from the city. The move followed word that Corbett would be tried before a justice in Hot Springs, then agreed to travel to Little Rock for trial before Chancellor Martin. A warrant was issued for Sheriff Houpt on charges connected to the alleged conspiracy.

Little Rock Ark Clarke Hot Springs Leer Corbett Martin Sherif Houpt

Report of British Troops Through Benin River Dossier

Buenos Ayres dispatch notes a Rio Janeiro report from the governor, stating British troops crossed the Benibuadan river, with telegraphic confirmation awaited. The item reflects war news as the Herald correspondent relays details from Brazilian authorities.

Buenos Ayres Via Tex New York Herald Rio Janeiro Oe Se

Passing of William Bi Banchoft

A brief notice records the death of William Bi Banchoft, noting the date and place of passing and acknowledging condolences from family and friends.

William Bi Banchoft Osha Ty

Fire destroys Miller's Falls business district

Oct 1 in Miller's Falls a major fire wiped out the town’s entire business section. Losses are estimated around 100000. Buildings burned include O Keefe's hotel Union Hall Block and several merchants blocks. Contents valued at 16000. No serious injuries reported. Greenfield and Northampton fire units aided.

Miller's Falls O’keefe Union Hall Millers Falls Company

Percival Held By Heart Disease At City Hall Drug Store

J P J P Percival proprietor of the City Hall drug store on 3ae street died after a sudden heart disease. Patrons and staff rushed to assist as authorities and local medics attended but he passed quickly. The firm Percival and Tilden mourns a longtime leader and local businessman.

John P Percival Percival & Tilden City Hall Ae Street Boston

Chief Miller Dead and Pall River Fire Chief Passes

Pall River, Qd. chief Miller died aged years. He served as fire department chief for nine years and built carpenter work for several mills, residences, and churches.

Pall River H. Miller

Thomas Page Dead After Injuries From Accident

Nashua reports Thomas Page died this afternoon from injuries received. initial reports state he was invited July 4 by John Flanagan.

Thomas Page Nashua Opt John Flanagan Aida

Holmes Trial Witness Details Insurance Swindle Evidence

The third day of the Holmes trial opened with Holmes arriving in court and consulting with his lawyers while the district attorney and aides questioned witnesses. C Laforrest Perry identified the $108,000 policy taken out by Pietzel and the post death receipt, detailing visits to the insurer and a potter's field exhumation plan. Inspector Geary and Boston police testified to warrants and arrests, while Holmes's evasive responses and a lengthy confession formed the core of testimony. Jurists weighed evidentiary points as the trial progressed toward further proceedings.

Holmes Barlow C. Laforrest Perry Fidelity Mutual Life Association Perry Pietzel Howe Alice Pietzel Insurance Company Potter's Field Mr. Perry Hedgepeth Missouri Mrs. Piettel Boston Shoemaker Texas Philadelphia William BE. Geary Insurence Company Medgepeth St. Louis Penitentiary Geary Holmes St Helmes Badée Insurance People of Corotter Rotan Mr. Rotan Hanscom Graham Arnold Mer. Graham Hlenacom Hanscom Wan A Aarne Barlow Ore Pletzel Francia X. Quinn

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