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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1902
Page
2
Newport dispatch reports a naval engagement where the army gains the upper hand. Admiral Higginson’s fleet suffers losses from forts and mines while American vessels including the Kearsarge Indiana and Alabama face minefields. Salvaged ships retreat eastward as Gardiner's Point battery confirms multiple sinkings.
Newport reports a Revenue Cutter Dexter fired on a vessel during a simulated hostilities drill. Observers misidentified the craft as the Leyden. the Dexter did not participate in the exercise and caused no damage as tidings describe. Fort Adams claimed a victory but the target proved to be a nonparticipating government craft.
Major Best at Fort Terry reports army actions defending positions against Admiral Higginson's fleet. Fort Michie illuminated ships named Brooklyn and another vessel, likely Indiana or Massachusetts, as mortar and 10 inch batteries opened fire at close range during night operations.
Washington notes General MacArthur reporting a night battle with the fleet. He describes enemy squadrons targeting Race and Newport, with Brooklyn and Indiana destroyed, Alabama Puritan and Massachusetts hit by mines, and ships later retiring after minefield passage and coastal gunfire at Fort Adams Fort Mansfield.
In Fort Rodman Massachusetts on September 2, Admiral Higginson's fleet threat raises doubts of a direct assault on New York. General Sanger, assistant secretary of war, toured the fort with Col. Dyer and Lt. Vanderbilt, praising the garrison's work and viewing range plotting, as the monitor Puritan’s boat crews were busy before departure.
Observers warn of sneak operations by converted yachts as landing parties may be ferried into the bay under cover of shore. The navy faces a difficulty distinguishing real from converted yachts, risking friendly fire if an innocent vessel is mistaken for a foe. Massachusetts artillerymen acknowledge the challenge and caution against careless shots.
New London Conn Sept 2 This message from Fort Adams Fort Trumbull quotes Barrick chief of staff stating five commanders claim two ships were put out of action at 12 45 this morning Hasbrouck commanding notes army officers keep posted on enemy fleet movements and dispatches not released since daylight engagement
New London Sept 2 Major General MacArthur and Colonel Barry set out aboard the Kanawha to reconnoiter near Montauk Point as enemy fleet activity threatens Fort Trumbull. The fort ramps up defenses with a howitzer at the entrance and at the wharf as about 640 enemy troops would be needed to seize the post.
Fisher's Island New York September 2. The enemy fleet was sighted at 3 12 pm in the southeast and Fort Wright sounded the call to arms. 10 or 12 mortar shots were fired before orders to cease firing. Locals thought another attack was being considered by the fleet.
Mrs. Elizabeth Murray, eight years old, of 3 Model Place East Boston, fell down stairs at her home yesterday sustaining fractures to the nose and cheek bone.
J Edward Lappen of 27 Mount Vernon Dorchester dies Monday night after a life in Boston politics. He served on Democratic ward committees wards 15 and 24 and was representative from ward 15 in 1881 82 83. He helped organize the Election Board under Mayor Curtis and stayed through Quincy’s term. A leading Knight of Columbus and Royal Arcanum member, he ran a wood business with his uncle Owen Lappen. Survived by a widow and three children, with funeral Thursday at St Margaret’s Church.
Sept 10 and 24 trips to Mauch Chunk Glen Summit known as The Switzerland of America with all expenses from Boston via Fall River line priced at $20 Sept 20 Pilgrim Club excursion to Mauch Chunk Pen Mar Gettysburg Antietam Harper's Ferry Washington and Philadelphia under James H Cruff and C W H Sanborn eight day tour $82 covers all expenses from Boston Itineraries by Simmons and Marsters Boston
Flint Michigan September 2 Judge George H W Durand Democratic nominee for Governor was stricken with paralysis yesterday evening and is not expected to live 48 hours. Local officials report no other conditions. This abrupt turn comes as the campaign faces an unexpected vacancy in the race.
Haskins of Brattleboro is reelected in the second district as the head ticket fight leaves the general assembly at 246 Representatives and 30 Senators. Republicans win most seats with high license and local option shaping balance. McCullough expected to win governor on joint ballot. Clement bolts lead high license faction.
In Bennington Vermont General McCullough the Republican candidate for Governor led locally with 300 votes to McGettrick 18 and Clement 444. McGettrick polled 2 votes in his home city while McCullough received 363 and Clement 692. Two years ago Stickney 630 Senter 4% all others 17.
In Barre Vermont on September 2 a four cornered Representative contest produced a full vote. Three ballots were needed to elect a Representative and counting was slowed by split tickets. On the third ballot Clement voters backed G H Pope the Democrat candidate for Representative. Clement led in the city vote with 780, McCullough 349, McGettrick 180 and Sherbourne 149 with Prohibition strongest. In Barre town Clement had 187, McCullough 110, McGettrick 71 and Sherbourne 34.
In Rutland Vermont on September 2 Clement carried his home city by a wide margin, securing a total vote count of 185. The result reflects strong local support for the candidate in his hometown.
The article extols Dr Plunkett highlighting his innate power over disease and superior training. It announces free X ray examinations available now and promises withdrawal of the offer by Sept 15 at 8 pm. It recounts a physician lauding Plunkett and a transformed patient as proof of his abilities.
The article celebrates Dr Plunkett and his remarkable healing gift. It portrays cures as astonishing proofs rooted in scientific investigation, challenging medical expectations and inviting rigorous examination by the profession.
In Bangor Maine Hon Charles E Littlefield addressed about 1200 at City Hall on trusts. The two hour speech reviewed Republican and Democratic trust legislation, claiming Republicans led on limiting illicit combinations while Democrats dodged the issue and accomplished little.
Revere police said no arrests were made in the Alver E. Ives shooting and robbery case. Ives, found on a railroad track, will be held for trial on the track walking charge and was reported resting comfortably at Frost Hospital in Chelsea last evening.
In a general order yesterday the police commissioners announced promotions to regular patrolmen. Reserve Officers Patrick J. Fay George H Nee and Joseph W Hobbs become regular patrolmen, following successful exams. Additional appointments include John J Healy Timothy J Kenney Duncan G Chisholm John McGrath William H Crowley William Co Hankey Michael J Devin Charles L Kingsley George E Newcomb and Herman Schiel.
The wife of a prominent divine describes a food cure with her eight year old daughter for bowel trouble. After trying only Grape-Nuts and related breakfast foods for five months the child is reported healthier and plumper, with family observations of improved health and vitality. The testimony is attributed to the Postum Co. Battle Creek Mich.
Mrs Boomer of 8 Westanton Street Boston suffered nervous prostration and general debility. After failing with doctors she read of Dr Plunkett's gift and underwent a course of treatment. She reports marked improvement and fulfillment of promises.
The passage emphasizes community members who have long lived in the area and are prominent in business and social circles. It invites interested readers to review the published names and addresses in the columns and conduct their own investigation.
Mrs C M Barker of Amherst New Hampshire credited Dr Plunkett with curing ovarian cysts after years of suffering She traveled to Boston for examination using X rays and reported satisfaction saying he did more than expected and she would not have needed surgery.
Gilbert Guthro of Sea Street Houghs Neck Quincy Massachusetts reports lifelong asthma relief after a short Osmo-Chemic treatment by Dr Plunkett. He describes dramatic improvement and renewed well being, endorsing the method after prior failures with doctors and patent medicines.
Miss Crockett, visiting a Brookline exhibit, alleges Soderquist attacked her after being asked about staying longer. She was struck, pinned, and her head banged against the floor, later left with a bag over her head. Police arrested Soderquist. the reward decision by Brookline selectmen adds a twist to the case.
At a North End Improvement Association gathering last night, indignation was voiced over Webster Avenue and Parmenter and Hanover streets. The group pledged to curb Wiget Street and Langdon Court, condemned the Board of Aldermen for granting three dance hall licenses, and noted merchants on Salem Street pressuring pedestrians into shops. Eight new members joined the association.
Margaret Flynn aged 37 faced Judge Daly in East Cambridge Court for walking on railroad tracks. The judge fined her and allowed her to depart after advice. Once a bright young woman, she has lately wandered aimlessly, though police had not reported her condition previously.
Melville Ballard a famed Southern educator collapsed from heat near Congress street yesterday afternoon. He was assisted by bystanders and received care at the Emergency. Ballard was traveling home to Washington from Fryeburg Maine where he had spent his vacation and had just left the South station.
Gregor Tillavara of 97 Endicott Street was injured at Lowdoin Square when a brick flew toward him and struck his right hand breaking the index finger.
Mrs Cora Littlejohn of Orrs Island Maine describes a cancer in her right breast detected by a physician who warned of danger if untreated. A friend advised Boston doctor Ti Plunkett who used X ray examination and Osmo-Chemic treatment. She reports disappearance of the tumor with no pain and strong belief in the cure.
The Osmo-Chemic Physicians issue an open invitation to all seeking treatment for any disease. They specifically invite patients who have not found help after consulting other doctors to come for a free X-Ray examination.
Jerry Coakley found a man crouching behind his bed late last evening at 15 Park Street Charlestown. Coakley says he tried to inject the stranger and was beaten. The intruder fled downstairs into the street and Coakley, bleeding, reported to Station 15 and was sent to the Relief Station.
Br Edward Koch visits Boston to showcase his inhalation apparatus and Koch Tuberculine claimed to kill germs and cure consumption. Exhibition at 361 Boylston Street with free consultations. offices also in major cities and London. Treatment touted as longest standing and endorsed at London congress. promises affordable pricing and summer fall effectiveness.
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