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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1908
Page
2
Utica New York October 30 A heavy snow storm arrived in the Mohawk Valley with 4 drift piling winds and a temperature drop that sent readings below zero at many points.
Christine La Barraque known as the Blind Melba will perform at Unity Church Jordan Hall Sunday at 10 45 joining a crowded Boston musical season. Her Boston Theatre audiences are noted for size and enthusiasm.
Shuman Corner promotes boys clothing with in house Boston tailors and fifty years in business. On the Fourth Floor Annex customers find all wool fabrics sturdy tailoring and new Longwear suit for boys ages 11 to 17 in fresh shades and patterns.
Miss Rose Bain of Arlington reports a purse snatching on High and Broad streets near Rowe's wharf. Two intoxicated men grabbed her coat and purse as she walked with a friend after arriving by Elevated train. She pursued but the thieves vanished into an alley. description is brief.
A wealthy Duke is to receive one million dollars for a wedding arrangement. Senator Hikins has faced delays in turning over securities but is believed to have overcome the obstacle, and an early wedding date may be announced.
The ceremony is set in Washington with Mgr Falconio to perform it. The duke's bid for consent via Italian ties is noted, while Miss Elkins studies Italian and sings of emotion. Senator Davis backs the match, joking he will fund if Steve cannot.
Testimony aimed at countering Howard Gould s claim that his wife Katherine Clemmons Gould drank heavily and behaved improperly was presented by Elijah W. Sells and his 21 year old daughter Marjorie. The witnesses, distantly related to Mrs Gould, said they had never seen Mrs Gould intoxicated.
Mrs Sells described frequent visits with Mrs Gould and trips including to Thomas W Lawson's Massachusetts home. She noted a Boston return by car, a Hartford stop where Dustin Farnum acted, and later Philadelphia visits with Farnum present but with others nearby. She recalled Farnum lunching with Mrs Gould in Hartford while she drove a local tour.
Mrs Gould and Miss Marjorie Sells visited Dreamwold the Egypt residence of Thomas W. Lawson. HB F McSweeney, Lawson's secretary, said Gould once asked permission to visit and received a farm admission card. She spent about an hour there while Lawson was away in New York.
Richard Olney, former Massachusetts Democrat electors leader, writes General Bartlett urging Walter F. Frederick for clerk of the Supreme Court. He notes Frederick has already served in the office by appointment and should be chosen on merit, nonpartisan fitness emphasized.
Rear Admiral Emory and 1600 sailors land in Amoy after formal calls on Prince Yu Lang and Liang Tun Yen. The fleet officers visit the Temple bazaar and YMCA branch as post office and money changer offices buckle under workload.
Miss Josephine Casey recently arrived from Chicago to serve as secretary of the Women's Trade Union League. About 800 Boston area trades representatives attended a Phenix Hall reception. Notables included Miss Mary Ganley Miss Mary Anderson Miss Emily Balch and Mrs Mary K O'Sullivan.
Mme Sembrich plans a strong song recital at Symphony Hall next Friday afternoon. Emil Saurer piano recital at Jordan Hall next Monday afternoon features a varied program. Apollo Club associates join the 100th concert at Symphony Hall on Monday evening November 9.
The readable fragments do not form a coherent event or names. No clear person, place, or organization can be identified to summarize into a proper newspaper card.
For nearly four weeks Mrs. Astor aged 82 had been in critical condition due to a recurrence of heart trouble she had suffered for years. Her daughter Mrs. Orme Wilson had stayed by her bedside for days and was with her when she died.
The article notes Mrs. Astor’s nervous breakdown linked to care for her mother and mentions Dr. Austin Flint Jr as her physician. It cites the Van Alen family's Newport visit, Mrs. Astor’s enduring social influence, and the 1907 decline in health with Beechwood’s closure announced by Colonel John Jacob Astor during an abroad year.
Caroline Schermerhorn Astor, descendant of a colonial New York family, married William Astor in 1853 and led high society for decades. Known for strict refinement, she cut the 400 to 79, retained exacting habits, and retired from leadership two years prior due to health.
Mrs. William Astor aged 82, born in Brooklyn to Abraham Schermerhorn, married in 1853 to William Astor grandson of John Jacob Astor. Mother of four daughters and one son. Widowed in 1892, she led America's most exclusive set for over 30 years.
A speaker criticizes senators and representatives for public favor based on uncouth manners and attire. He notes youths’ amusements may be excessive but defends national pride and emphasizes the role of money in a republic while contrasting views from Europe and the home country.
In Lynn on October 30 1912 thirty nine women from Lynn and nearby towns formed the 1912 Association to resist Cupid until the 40th member joins. The invulnerable forty vow not to marry before 1912 and the 40th must host a banquet when she relents. The last meeting was at Eva Scott’s Birch Street home with officers Florence Kentfield Mary Chaffee and Clara Cauley.
A organized movement against Alderman James Curley formed at a secret meeting at 360 Dudley Street Roxbury with George P Daly as the indorsed candidate. The gathering included prominent business and professional men backing Daly to challenge Curley in Ward 17 politics.
Widespread darkness hit Quincy and suburbs as electric wires short circuited. Wires sparked and trees caught fire in Atlantic, Norfolk Downs, Wollaston, West Quincy, Quincy Adams and surrounding areas, prompting a full fire department response.
In Indianapolis on October 30 a 110000 cubic foot gas balloon rose with an automobile suspended where the basket normally sits. Fisher of Indianapolis and G L Bumbaugh of Springfield Illinois rode the car in the air. The plan is to roll the balloon up on landing and return by car to the start.
The balloon descended near Southport seven miles from Indianapolis after two hours and ten minutes aloft. Bumbaugh and Fisher returned to Indianapolis by car. The trip had no incidents as no air currents were found and the landing was without mishap.
Democratic candidate Frederick 8 Deitrich spoke at Mt Auburn last evening challenging Congressman Samuel McCall on whether he would back Joseph Cannon for Speaker. He tied Cannon’s tariff stance to pledged support against organized labor if McCall votes for Cannon.
Dozens of pupils at Yonkers High School face indefinite suspension after a strike by students over the one session plan. Authorities warn further suspensions may follow as the dispute unfolds.
James Kerr, Democratic national committeeman from Pennsylvania, died at his summer home in New Rochelle after an intestinal operation. He had been an invalid for a year. his wife and sons were with him at the end.
Four masted schooner Clara BE Randall under Captain George A Carlson ran ashore at Sierra Leone on the west coast of Africa. J Winslow & Co the owners received the news and expect she can be refloated without serious damage. The vessel sailed from Boston with general cargo for Sierra Leone.
Miss Laura Gibbs aged 17 daughter of the late Albert Gibbs of New York married the Rev. Charles W Kirkby aged 58 at St. Margaret's Church Westminster on October 30. The couple's union links New York and London church circles.
A historic remedy titled Aileine Dye Remedy claims to soothe eye discomfort with a tonic bath. It advertises relief for irritated eyes and promises clearer vision through its formula and application.
Henry Farman demonstrated practical aviation by flying from Mourmelon to Rheims, a two mile trip, in twenty minutes. He reached altitudes of 150 to 300 feet without incident, marking a milestone in early airplane capability.
In Rheims on October 30 Mr Farman reported a successful flight from Mourmelon with a strong wind affecting the motor. He said the machine remained steady and part of the distance was flown at a height of 300 feet.
Harvard class tennis tournament contests on Tuesday have been rescheduled to Wednesday and Thursday as students travel to vote in the presidential election.
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