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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1900

Page

2

Massachusetts Republicans Denounce Turner Philadelphia Fund Story

Massachusetts Republican Club members deny a Boston Times tale claiming $600 was spent in Philadelphia to boost Henry E. Turner for State Auditor. Turner and a Boston delegation met in Boston last night at Young's Hotel amid heated reactions and planned later statements from seven Philadelphia delegates.

Massachusetts Republican Club Philadelphia Henry E. Turner Secretary Long Navy Haverhill Boston Boston Times Turner of Malden Young’s Hotel Turner Massacustts Republican Club Sam’’ George Essex County Weston Lewis Brookline Louis Howe Marlboro William D

Kimball seeks another term as Fitchburg auditor

In Fitchburg General John W. Kimball, now auditor, presses for another term to bolster Delegate Turner’s candidacy. A Philadelphia bill of over $600 to the Republican Club surprised members, with some unsettled about payment. Turner disputed the article, calling it false and stating no discussion occurred about the auditorship there. George von L. Meyer first raised the bill question.

John W. Kimball Fitchburg Turner Republican Club Long Philadelphia George von L. Meyer

Campaign song fans Roosevelt nomination hint at second place

The text recalls a campaign song to Hold the Fort about Bunker Hill and John D. Long, then states Teddy Roosevelt would take second place at 3 am. It cites a disputed $000 missing funds claim and a Turner's executive committee report with last convention tallies Kimball 927 Turner 615 George 267. Reasons for Turner’s nomination include fitness experience service and expediency.

Paign Bunker Hill John D Teddy Roosevelt Turner Kimball George

New Hebrew Organization Forms In Boston Politics

At a Minot Hall meeting, Hebrew ward representatives formed the Central Democratic Association of Boston to fight prejudice and win political recognition. About sixty attended for nearly three hours. Officers include President Leo Lyons, VPs Charles Hertz Abraham Bilofsky Samuel Borofsky, and others. three board vacancies to be filled next meeting. By-laws and a constitution will be drawn up for consideration next week.

Minot Hall Washington Springfield Streets Central Democratic Association of Boston Leo Lyons Charles H. Hertz Abraham Bilofsky Elias Clark M. H. Stewer Anson Stern Harry Rosenfeld

Wages Defeat May Stop Fall River Wage Cut plan

Fall River foresees defeat of the selling committee plan to reduce operatives wages as opposition grows since early last week. Directors of mills like Wampanoag and Robeson plan to void the reduction, signaling other print cloth mills may follow and thwart the two thirds of spindles needed to enact the agreement.

Fall River Wampanoag and Robeson Mills Wampanoag Robeson

Parachute Failure Haunts Nashua Balloon Event

A Nashua fair balloon ascent ended in tragedy for Mrs. E. L. Stafford when her parachute failed to open. She plunged about 150 feet toward the ground, her lines breaking at 400 feet in the air. Miraculously she landed atop her husband's parachute, bearing the extra weight yet escaping injury while the umbrella-like canopy descended rapidly.

Nashua N. H E. L. Stafford Mrs. Stafford

MacArthur casualty list includes two named American soldiers

Washington Sept 4 General MacArthurs latest casualty list lists two American soldiers by name Charles W Wigley of Company C Forty-sixth Infantry killed by a native prisoner Aug 17 and James T Burgey of Company CC Twenty-sixth Infantry who died of malarial fever Aug 26.

Washington MacArthur Forty-sixth Infantry Charles W. Wigley Twenty-sixth Infantry James T. Burgey

Relief Toll in India Reaches Five Million

The viceroy of India Lord Curzon cables that 4,891,000 people are receiving relief. The figures reflect the ongoing famine relief effort across India with relief distributions in multiple regions.

Curzon London India Lord Curzon of Kedelston

McVey McCarthy Rites Held at St Marys Cambridgeport

Thomas J McVey married Mamie E McCarthy at St Marys Church Cambridgeport yesterday at noon. Best man was E M McDonough and bridesmaid Katherine E McCarthy, sister of the bride. Ceremony by Rev W J Barry. Reception at the bride’s parents Norfolk street. After October 1 they reside at 17 Beacon Street Somerville.

Thomas J. McVey Mamie E. McCarthy John J. McCarthy St. Mary’s Church Cambridgeport E. M. McDonough Katherine E. McCarthy W. J. Barry Norfolk Street Cambridge

Patrolman Keen Acquitted Amid Police Headquarters Action

A general order from police headquarters acquits Patrolman Joseph H. Keen of Station 98 of charges brought by Patrick Kellard for violation of Rule 26. The complainant did not appear, clearing the officer of the accusations.

Joseph H. Keen Patrick J. Kellard

Attleboro Reflects on Cannon Theft From Cemetery

In Attleboro, a bronze cannon from the Woodlawn Cemetery Soldiers' Monument was stolen last Friday night or early Saturday. The metal piece, never used in service, was hauled away by a crew using a wide-tired vehicle, sparking deep local distress among Grand Army members and residents who view the loss as a personal blow.

Attleboro Woodlawn Grand Army

Doubles craze brings living image of Chauncey Depew

Lynn September 4 leaders of society announced a new rule in upper ten peculi arities the doubles craze seeks a living image of oneself Chauncey Depew may or may not wish membership in the Double Club whose famed members include the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Manchester.

Lynn Chauncey Depew Prince of Wales Duke of Manchester

Boer Flag Incident At Harbor Sparks Citywide Outcry

A 50‑foot Boer flag raised by Edward Van Ness on his lawn near the British fleet caused fury. Admiral Upshur condemned the act, and Charles Wood led efforts to remove the flag with police aid. The flag came down amid cheers, Van Ness resignations and private club expulsions followed. Police investigate theft of a heavy gun from a cemetery monument, with tracks showing a southern route toward Rhode Island. Rewards offered for suspects.

Edward van Ness New York Admiral Upshur Charles H. Wood Board of Selectmen Mr. van Ness van Ness Wood Gentlemen’s Club J. Madison Taylor Board of Trade Bank Street Rhode Island

Drowned in Wife's Presence at Locust Street Bathing Site

William J. Ryan aged 27 of 8 Burrell Street drowned while bathing near Locust Street last evening. Cramp and failed resuscitation occurred as he sank before wife and friends. His body was taken to the beach and later removed to City Hospital morgue by Undertaker Sullivan.

William J. Ryan Burrell Street Locust Street Ryan City Hospital Sullivan

Cleveland Gentleman Visits Lynn

A Cleveland gentleman, Mr. D. Leaty, is currently visiting Lynn. The report notes his stay as part of regional social observations.

D. Leaty Cleveland Lynn

Deceased Wife of Fish Commission Head Drowns

Mrs Ellen Dunlap wife of Irving Dunlap a top Fish Commission official in Washington drowned herself in Pennichuck Pond Nashua New Hampshire while being treated for health issues. He had brought her to the city for care and later tried to return her to Washington. During a carriage drive by the pond she sprang into the water without warning.

Washington New Hampshire Nashua N. H Ellen Dunlap Irving Dunlap Fish Commission D. C Pennichuck Pond Pennichuck Ponds

Kissing Bug Again Bites Local Machine Operator

The kissing bug again appeared yesterday and delivered an oscillatory caress on the lip to John Waddleton, a machinist living at 367 B Street, South Boston. His lip swelled and he was treated at the Emergency Hospital.

John Waddleton B Street South Boston Waddleton

General Delarey Dies of Boer Wounds

Report from Pretoria dated September 4 states General Delarey, the Boer commander, died of wounds received at the Elands River. The death is reported as a confirmation of the casualty from that engagement.

Pretoria Delarey Elands River

Editor Gilham Praises Grape Nuts After Recovery

W S Gilham editor of the Capitol in South McAlester I T testifies that Grape Nuts Food restored health and weight. He values brain power and strength gained, notes the food tastes pleasant and won him many friends, urging others to try it based on his experience.

W. S. Gilham Capitol South McAlester I. T

Yellow Fever Outbreak Limited to Spanish Quarter in Havana

Havana report notes the yellow fever outbreak remains largely within the Spanish colony as best city areas stay affected while lower sections are mostly exempt. Authorities insist cleanliness does not prevent contagion and local conditions appear to support this. Eighty five cases were under observation yesterday.

Havana

James Seymour Grinnell Dies at 79 in Greenfield

James Seymour Grinnell, long active in national affairs and son of former congressman George Grinnell, died at his Greenfield home after years of illness. A Amherst graduate, he served as chief clerk at the Agricultural Department and pension office, and held state senate runs and Democratic campaigns including Lt Governor bids. His second wife, sister of John E. Russell, survives him.

Greenfield James_ Seymour Grinnell George Grinnell Congress Grinnell Amherst Washington Agricultural Department Pension Office State Senate Democratic Party Butler John E. Russell

Dental plates with Atkins attachment promise perfect fit

Somerville and Chelsea notices tout artificial teeth crafted with Professor Atkins attachment preventing movement. Prices from 4 50 with a 10 year guarantee, plus special painless extractions at 25 cents and free initial examinations. Elgin Dental Co. offers reliable service at 13 Tremont Row with long hours.

Boston Chelsea Anna M Elgin Dental Co Tremont Row Epstein’s Drug Store

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