Death by own action stern buried in malden cemetery
Paul B Stern died at City Hospital on Sunday September 1 from a morphine overdose taken with suicidal intent. His body was laid to rest in Malden cemetery by Undertaker Seppo. Stern, a cigar drummer from Philadelphia, registered at the New Creighton House on Tremont Street. Managers and officials seek his German parents and a fellow drummer Noc who knew his family. The death is described as a morphine habit linked to despondency on tour.
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Paul B. Stern
City Hospital
Malden
Seppo
Stern
Philadelphia
New Creighton House
Tremont Street
Griffin
Brunswick
Germany
Manager Griffin
P. J. Dollinger
Noc
Sentences handed down in Superior Court
Judge Sherman in the Superior Criminal Court yesterday ordered terms to be served at the House of Correction. Fran Maynard and Charles Stuart received two and a half years for assault and battery. John McCormack one year for assault and battery. William Yeoman one year for breaking and entering. Eugene E Frisse nine months for breaking and entering. Michael Mullaney two years for robbery. Frank F Knapton six months for false pretences.
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Superior Criminal Court
Sherman
House of Correction
Fran Maynard
Charles Stuart
John McCormack
William Yeoman
Eugene EE. Frisse
Michael Mullaney
Frank F. Knapton
Paine Furniture Reveals Unseen Prices in Harvard Graduates Magazine
A Paine Furniture Company list in the Harvard Graduates' Magazine presents remarkable prices for college furniture. A brass and iron bedstead at $5, a closet chiffoniere for $6.75, and a nine-drawer oak double library desk at $13.50 mark unprecedented value for the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paine Furniture Company
Harvard Graduates
Woman Jump From Brooklyn Bridge Under Contract
Mrs. Clara McArthur jumped from the Brooklyn bridge early Saturday under a contract arranged by John Halligan and his lieutenants, with her husband signing consent. Plans included a rope and inflatable devices. she wore trousers during the jump and survived, with Halligan claiming a $1000 gain. She faces possible Tombs Court action for attempted death, while Halligan vows further jumps.
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Clara McArthur
Brooklyn Bridge
John Halligan
One Hundred and Twenty-ninth Street
Lexington Avenue
Halligan
William Hartman
Oliver
Jack
Hartman
Smith
Mrs. McArthur
Jack Smith
McNally
Washington Bridge
Harlem River
Jersey City preacher condemns bloomers riding bicycles
Brother James Catlin of Grace M. E. Church denounces women riding bicycles in bloomers as abominations and cites Deuteronomy 22 5 to condemn trousers on women. He deems the fashion a direct affront to Holy Scripture and urges adherence to biblical dress.
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Jersey City
James Catlin
Grace M. E. Church
Tonnele Avenue
Jersey City Heights
Ezekiel
Catlin
New Boulevard
Brother Catlin
Mr. Catlin
Bangs or No Bangs Causes Choir Strike at St Augustine’s
In Brooklyn on Sept 9 Miss Matilda Simms orders no bangs for the St Augustine’s Colored Episcopal Church choir. The singer women object, the choir goes on strike, choirmaster J H Davis struggles to quell the dispute as the dispute deepens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn
N. Y
St. Augustine’s Colored Episcopal Church
Canton
Division Street
Matilda Simms
St. Augustine’s
Simms
Miss Simms
J. H. Davis
Summer Weakness and the Call for Purified Blood
A historical remedy note claims summer weakness stems from thin impure blood and prescribes a treatment to purify the blood to restore health and nerve strength. The short advisory reflects period medical rhetoric promoting tonics or tonics-like regimens.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Choirmen Fill Vacated Voices
Hood's Sarsaparilla fills the vacated choir seats with male voices as the new choir holds its first service. An former member notes women object to losing bangs, arguing hair is a crowning beauty and should not be sacrificed for singing.
Divorce for Mrs Langtry Seeks Permanent Separation
New York Sept 9 The oft repeated rumor that Mrs Langtry the actress was seeking a divorce from her husband from whom she had been separated for some time has been renewed with reports that the action will be made permanent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Hartford Bride, Boston Wife in Court Case
William S. Newman deserted his Hartford wife and three children for Marie Mitchell in Boston. Marie claimed to be his wife, and neighbors believed they lived as a couple. Hartford authorities traced Newman to Harr son Avenue, where he and the woman were arrested. The wife returns to Hartford to testify in Superior Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William S. Newman
Hartford
Conn
Boston
Marie Mitchell
William
Marie
Harr Son Avenue
McCausland
Wright
Willam
Two Boston Matrons Detained in Yorkville Court on Shoplifting Charge
New York dispatch reports Mrs Mary Williams and Mrs Eva Taylor, described as stylish Boston residents, held in Yorkville Court on a shoplifting accusation. The two women, said to be well dressed, faced arraignment as police investigations continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Mary Williams
Eva Taylor
Boston
Yorkvile Court
Clever shoplifters bag up goods in minutes at city store
Detectives arrested two women after they allegedly took $33 worth of merchandise in exactly thirty three minutes at a large Third avenue dry goods store. Detective G Oestreicher described them as clever operators. They were spotted entering at 4 p m Saturday with one woman carrying a silk wrap pinned to form a bag.
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Ing
Third Avenue
G. Oestreicher
Langtry revival rumor hints at California suit
The claim of renewed divorce action against Mrs. Langtry spreads, with counsel Hummel saying no suit filed yet and noting she resides in Lake County, Baden Baden correspondence, and that any California divorce would be valid abroad. Her husband, described as quiet, has lost one fortune and made another.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
England
Evidence Against Durrant in San Francisco Case
In the Durrant murder case Starr Dare testified to finding Blanche Lamont's clothing stowed in the belfry and was unaware of two blocks under the head of the body. Detective Gibson later found those blocks, suggesting knowledge of dissecting room practices. Durrant, a medical student, ties into circumstantial evidence the state plans to use.
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San Francisco
Cal
Starr Dare
Blanche Lamont
Gibson
Durrant
Woman Injures Infant In Almshouse Transport
In Waterbury Connecticut on September 9 Mrs. William Dunn strangled a seven month old daughter during a ride to the almshouse. Superintendent Thomas Moran had to summon help as the child lay unconscious on arrival. Doctors say the infant will probably recover. Mrs Dunn was placed in a cell after the attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterbury
Conn
William Dunn
Thomas Moran
Roosevelt Says Clubs Can Be Probed For Liquor Violations
Police commissioners were asked if clubs face excise law actions like saloons. President Roosevelt stated that a club, association or corporation can violate the law and will be prosecuted if evidence shows liquor sales. He added that officers must arrest in violations and courts should grant warrants without discrimination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Roosevelt
Favoritism at Normal Examinations in Boston Schools
A Roxbury letter to the Post questions the value of the Normal School exam held August 27 for Boston teachers and challenges favoritism that favored outsiders over local taxpayers. A mother argues ten years of study should count and outside appointees should not replace taxed residents, with possible Common Council discussion ahead.
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Sir
Boston
Nunton
Normal School
Common Council
Roxbury
Inquiry on Count De Castellane's Nation and Lineage
A reader asks the Post to identify Count De Castellane the husband of Anna Gould. The question seeks whether he hails from France or Spain and from which family the Castellanes originate, implying curiosity about aristocratic background.
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Count de Castellane
Anna Gould
France
Spain
Castellanes
Family name traces to Castellane Castle in France
The family name derives from the ancient Castle of Castellane in France. He was linked to Europe’s noble houses including the Borgheses Salviatis Potockis Radziwills De Lignes Biron Conslandes and De Sagans.
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Castellane
France
Europe
Borgheses
Salviatis
Potockis
Radziwills
de Lignes
Biron-Conslandes
de Sagans
City Employees Granted Leave for Firemen Tournament
Edwin A. Curtis mayor directs heads of departments to grant leave with pay on Thursday September 12 1895 to Boston veteran firemen association members whose services can be spared to attend the veteran firemen tournament. The notice urges partial compensation and no loss of pay for participating employees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
Boston
Veteran Firemen’s Associations of
Edwin A. Curtis
Alleged Brighton Robbers arraigned again in court
Five young alleged highway robbers William Mc Lene George Thornell Thomas Mair John Toomey and John Egan were arraigned in Brighton District Court Saturday Their cases were continued until Sept 1 each held in $1000 bail Prospect Brighton Sept 9 report states continuation and bail status.
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Brighton
William McLene
George Thornell
Thomas Mair
John Toomey
John Egan
American Wringer Co wringers sweepers and repair services
The American Wringer Co located at 13 and 15 Broadway extension offers wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers with repair service for all models. Orders by mail are promptly attended to and customers may call Tremont 764 for inquiries or service.
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The
American Wringer Co
Broadway Extension
City
Tremont
Chills Cholera Contusions In A Singular Family Remedy Ad
A vintage advertisement extols a universal tonic promising rapid relief and cure for chills cholera contusions and countless ailments. It claims effectiveness for coughs colds asthma bronchitis rheumatism neuralgia and many other conditions with mixed bold statements about its superiority and healing power.
Unverified Cure Promised by 1810 Doctor
An old sensational claim extols a product by Dr A Johnson as universal medicine. It claims century long demand, universal physician usage, and instant muscle and nerve relief. It targets mothers and children with sugar drops and says it erases inflammation without irritation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Johnson
Senator Gray backs third Cleveland term debate
New York report notes Senator George Gray of Delaware, a close ally of Cleveland, declares support for a third term if unanimously offered. Gray cites Whitney or Carlisle as strong potential nominees if Cleveland withdraws, and frames campaign issues around tariff, currency reform, and government as protector of public welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States
Cleveland
George Gray
Delaware
Gray
Whitney
Carlisle
Democratic Party
E. C. Benedict
Congressman Quigg to Resign For Press Duties
New York Sept 9 authority announces that Congressman Quigg will resign his seat in the fourteenth district within a day or two. He plans to leave to allow his replacement to be chosen at the coming general election. The resignation is said to free him to focus on duties as editor of the Press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Quigg
Morton
Congress
Fourteenth Congressional District
Curtis
Wheeler
Board of Survey
Board of Street Commissioners
Joshua Abbott
D. P. Harrington
John Quinn
F. Horton
J. W. Glynn
J. F. Sullivan
Joseph McCabe
N. P. Brennan
Henry Sharpe
Transitman
W. E. Davis
B. BE. Bengler
F. H. Rogers
Frank B. McCarthy
John J. Bradlee
Frederick C. Floyd
River God Jonathan Ashley Dies at 79 in Deerfield
Jonathan Ashley, aged 79, once famed as the River God and grandson of Parson Ashley who knew Jonathan Edwards, died in Deerfield this morning. He had been on the retired list for years. Funeral services are set for 3 p m Tuesday.
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Deerfield
Jonathan Ashley
Parson Ashley
Jonathan Edwards
Elevator tragedy claims local Boston worker
E W Hall of 30 East Springfield street was killed instantly yesterday morning when a descending elevator at W Prior Jr 127 Faneuil Hall market struck him on the head and neck fracturing his skull. Hall formerly lived in Erres Falls Vermont and had been employed as a teamster at the market.
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E. W. Hall
East Springfield Street
Hall
Erres Falls
Vit
Boston
W. Prior, Jr
Faneuil Hall Market
Grand Army of the Republic encampment opens in Louisville parade
In Louisville Kentucky the twenty ninth G A R encampment opens with a grand parade led by Commander-in Chief Lawler and staff. The event draws 35000 visitors in twenty four hours with headquarters at the Galt House and a miniature city camp for 200 posts.
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Louisville
Grand Army of the Republic
Lawler
Columbian Post of
Chicago
Kentucky National Guard
Union Depot
Broadway
Third
Main Streets
Galt House
Louisville Legion
Curtis's Latest Move Stirs City Hiring Debates
Mayor Curtis reverses retrenchment and rehiring, boosting street and survey departments as ex-Democrats claim jobs and critics question motives. Sixteen workers reinstated or promoted. salaries raised for others amid looming caucuses and campaign pressure.
Holyoke Man in Trouble for Forged Checks and Theft
James W. McNeill of Holyoke Mass was arrested in Danbury Conn by Detective Hutchison after posing as a horse doctor dentist and undertaker. He used forged checks to settle bills, then fled with a horse and wagon. detectives traced the outfit and recovered it. He remains in jail awaiting requisition papers.
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Belvidere
N. J
James W. McNeill
Holyoke
Mass
Danbury
Conn
Hutchison
McNeill
Patriots Burn Village At Amaro In Sagua District
A force of about five hundred patriots led by Lazo Antonio Castro and Julian Duque attacked Amaro in the Sagua district on September 9. The village was defended by sixteen civil guards, repulsed the assault, and was set on fire and destroyed.
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Havarma
Lazo
Antonio Castro
Julian Duque
Amaro
Sagua
New Episcopal Hospital site eyed near West Medway
The Newell Fuller place near West Medway is reported sold to be used as a convalescent hospital in connection with the Episcopal Hospital at Boston. The property includes several acres and a large two story house valued at 4000 or 6000 dollars.
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Franklin
Newell Fuller
West Medway
Episcopal Hospital
Boston
Majestic Aground on Trial Voyage at Spithead
London dispatch says the battleship Majestic ran aground on the sands at Spithead during a morning trial. She was floated at high water and a further trial was postponed to allow examination of the hull for possible damage.
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London
Majestic
Gpithead
Belmont Hosts Dinner In Honor Of Perry Victory
Newport R I Sept 9 Oliver H P Belmont will give a large dinner tomorrow night in honor of Commodore Perry and his Lake Erie victory. An elaborate display of fireworks will accompany the event.
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Newport
R. L
Oliver H. P. Belmont
Perry
Lake Erie
Belmont
Towboat rescues dismasted British schooner Newburgh
Early yesterday the Commercial towboat Joshua Lovett towed the dismasted British schooner Newburgh, from Windsor N S to Boston. Foremast and rigging were wrecked in heavy seas near Cape Cod. mate James Card died from injuries. Newburgh later picked up by Hesper and transferred to Joshua Lovett. Vessel insured for 8000 dollars. owners Shubal Dimock & Sons.
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Joshua Lovett
Magee
Race Point
Newburgh
George Marsters
Marsters
Windsor
New York
Jed Frye
J. F. Whitney
Cape Cod
Highland Light
Arthur Sanford
James Card
Card
Hesper
Boston
N. S
Shubal Dimock & Sons
Empress Leaves Stettin. William Invites Bismarck
The Empress departed Stettin at 12:06 yesterday as Emperor William invited Prince Bismarck to a castle banquet today. The aged ex-chancellor asked to decline due to age, and the Emperor called him the prototype of the real Pomeranian in front of his entourage.
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Stettin
William
Prince Bismarck
Kaiser Wilhelm Thanks for Sedan Day Greetings
The Kaiser issued a rescript published in the Reichsanzeiger thanking loyal greetings from across Germany and distant parts of the world for the Sedan Day celebrations. He said the testimonials honor Kaiser Wilhelm I and his warriors and recall the bloodline of the united Fatherland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Reichsanzeiger
Germany
Kaiser Wilhelm I
Deaths in Boston area listed for early September
Multiple notices report deaths and funeral details across Massachusetts. Names include William H. Ladd Emma D Shedd Mary E Cahill Emilie Barnard Rosa B Booker Flora D Brosseau John Hurley Rufus French Leonard Eunice C McDonald Mary Pigott and Sarah M Thomas with their ages and service plans at churches and residences in Boston West Somerville Roxbury Chelsea and nearby communities.
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Ladd
Boston
Wiliam H. Ladd
Copley Square
Pearson
West Somerville
Emma D. Shedd
Charles A. Pearson
Wallace Streets
Cahill
New London
N. H
Mary E
William J. Cahill
Lexington Street
Church of the Sacred Heart
Barnard
New York
Bemilie Barenard
Simon Barnard
Barnes
George Street
Medford
George W. Barnes
Bookerr
Roxbury
Rosa B
William F. Booker
Brosseau
Chelsea
Flora D
Joseph Brosseau
Hurley
Dorchester
John
David
Margaret Hurley
Leonard
Rufus French Leonard
McDonald
Woburn
Eunice C. McDonald
Pigott
Miss Mary, Pigott
Thomas
Sarah M
John A. Thomas
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HE IS
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Carlo Os
Charles
Cambridge
Peel
Lexington
Patriots Burn Village
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OF Commodore Perry
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Les. Baker Pill Co
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Pills Co
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Bismarck
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Bunker Hill Breweries
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