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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1894

Page

6

Japan Corea alliance treaty to curb China reported

A telegram from the Japanese legation states a treaty was negotiated between Corea and Japan at Seoul on Aug 26 to secure Corea’s independence and drive Chinese forces from Corea. It binds Japan to warlike action against China and requires Corea to aid Japanese movements and supply provisions. the pact ends with peace between Japan and China.

Washington Corea Japan China Corean Seoul Otori

Body found near River View Station after freight train accident

John Fitzpatrick discovers a man about 30 years old split in half on the track near River View Station. The Chicago named man with a White letter and baggage receipt likely from Fitchburg is believed to be a stowaway on the Western freight. The body shows signs of being run over by multiple trains and is taken to the undertaker.

Waltham John Fitzpatrick Round House Fitchburg Roberts Station River View Station Goodnow J. A. White Chicago John White White Through Western Boston River View

Death of the Pegks at Newton NH Mystery Deepens

A coroner's inquest into the July 2 deaths of Watson Peck and family at Union Cemetery is opened by County Solicitor Hoyt. Post mortems by Drs Axtell Reynolds and Bolton indicate the stomachs are inflamed, suggesting an agent other than ordinary disease. Analysis of stomach contents by Professor Woods is pending. no motive for poisoning is evident and no insurance or property motives are found. The community seeks clarity amid ongoing uncertainty.

Haverhill Peck Newton N. H Ll. G. Hoyt Watson Peck Union Cemetery Eliphalet W. Philbrick Kingston Walter S. Clark John N. Downing Moses French

Death of Mrs Mary Healey West End resident dies at 65

Mrs Mary Healey widow of James Healey longtime West End resident died at 39 Lynde Street aged 65 after a yearlong illness and a fatal apoplexy. Survived by three daughters Mrs Charles H Guild Mrs P M Donahue Mrs Joseph Whelan and son James Healey. Funeral at St Josephs Church Chambers Street at 9 am Thursday with interment at Calvary.

Mary Healey James Healey Lynde Street Healey West End Charles H. Guild P. M. Donahue Joseph Whelan St. Joseph's Church Chambers Street Calvary

Deer Island inquiry details prison abuses and officer misconduct

The public institution investigation at City Hall resumes with cross examination of Fred N. Brown, a six months day officer at Deer Island in 1892. He cites prisoner escapes, officers drinking, and offers of bribery. Prisoner Cornelius O'Brien testifies to brutal conduct, solitary confinement, and filthy clothing. Witness William D. Simpson notes profanity and prior incarcerations. Hearing resumes at 2 today.

Public Institution City Hall Proctor Fred N. Brown Deer Island Sanborn Gardner Ward Alderman Lomasney Boston Cornelius O’brien South Boston Gerrish William D. Simpson House of Correction Long Island

Harvard Reforms Considered for College Structure

Harvard's possible change would subdivide Harvard College into new colleges with separate boards yet under the arts and sciences faculty. The idea mirrors Oxford and Cambridge and aims to ease growth and social issues among students. Deputy Treasurer Danforth could not confirm action. President Eliot at Bar Harbor would speak. George W. Fitz may become medical inspector to oversee health, sanitation, ventilation in dormitories.

Harvard Graduates Frank Bolles Harvard College Oxford Cambridge Post 50 State Street Allen Danforth Eliot Bar Harbor Harvard George W. Fitz

Veterans parade marks 28th national encampment in Pittsburg

The surviving Union Army members and naval veterans paraded through Pittsburg and Allegheny drawing over 300000 spectators. Seven Kearsarge crew survivors led the naval veterans in the line while ex prisoners of war held a convention. Judge Long withdrew his nomination for commander in chief citing pension bureau disputes and a pledge to support pension claimants.

Pittsburg Penn Allegheny Boys In Blue Naval Veterans Kearsarge Alabama Cherbourg Austin Quinly Survivors’ Association Salem Mass Henrys. Hobson Barnesville Jas. D. Stone Lynn George Baker Washington, D. C James Buckley Racine Wis John Page Detroit William B. Sailor Pension Administration Judge Long Michigan Pension Bureau

Arrest of Allen J Marks Over Forged Order Case

Inspector Gaddis arrested Allen J Marks yesterday for uttering a forged order for 7.25 dollars on Eewin B Hall of 15 State street last June. The order claimed to be signed by Loring J Woodford of Rockport.

Allen J. Marks Gaddis Eewin B. Hall State Street Loring J. Woodford Rockport

Two of Em Openly for Fitzgerald How Both Campaigned

Yesterday, ninth district congressional candidates O'Neil and Fitzgerald were seen in a bustling day of campaigning. Both men expressed strong confidence after filing nomination papers in several wards, as Post reporters chronicled their tours and activities.

O’neil Fitzgerald

ONeils Day in Tremont Street Headquarters

Congressman ONeil spends a busy day in his Tremont street headquarters meeting numerous officials and voters. The narrative follows arrivals, consultations, and the political maneuvering surrounding Ward 3 and the Fitzgerald-ONeil contest. Hayes announces support for Fitzgerald, signaling a shift in the ninth district race.

Fitzgerald's Busy Day in Campaign Office

Senator John F. Fitzgerald spent a crowded morning in his Hemenway building office greeting lieutenants and handling messages. He intervened in a pending case at the post office, met with District Attorney Stevens, and hosted a stream of callers with aides including Flynn McClellan and McGinniss. the day’s highlight was a visit by Rep James B. Hayes and Secretary Frank McGinniss.

Jim Senator Fitzgerald Hayes McGinniss Donovan Democratic City Committee McClelan Ward 1 Democratic Committee Kennedy Delhanty Ment North Ndt Boston Noddle Island Ninth James E. Hayes Ward 8 Senate Charlestown O’neil Fitzgerald O'Neil Patrick A. Collins Washington Collins Congress John F. Fitzgerald Hemenway United States Casey Stevens New Court House Cornelius J. Flynn William F. McClellan East Frank McGinniss Ward 3 Thomas A. Mullen Jeremiah J. Crowley Messrs. Flynn McClellan James BB. Hayes Frank

Gleason Emerges as Strong Republican Candidacy in Ward 17

Albert A. Gleason, urged by prominent district citizens, contemplates acceptance for the Republican nomination for representative in Ward 17. Signers of the endorsement paper include Charles Carleton Coffin, James M. Douglass, Charles F. Hartson, Rev A J Gordon, James F. Bliss, Charles Strauss, Christopher C. Ryder, Albert Gay, William E. Hodgkins, Charles E. Sanborn, Frederick Hinckley, Dudley R. Child and others. Gleason is a Phillips Exeter, Harvard College and Harvard Law School graduate and a Suffolk county bar member.

Albert A. Gleason Gleason Charles Carleton Coffin James M. Douglass Charles F. Hartson A. J. Gordon James F. Bliss Charles Strauss Christopher C. Ryder Albert Gay William E. Hodgkins Charles E. Sanborn Frederick Hinckley Dudley R. Child Mr. Gleason Phillips-Fxeter Academy Harvard College Harvard Law School Suffolk County Bar

Boston Young Men's Republican Club Holds Founding Meeting

The newly formed Boston Young Men's Republican Club met in the Republican city committee headquarters with G Waldron Smith presiding to discuss campaign plans. A letter from Chairman Hibbard urged thorough district canvassing and increased Republican enrollment, while Colonel Winslow and Senator Lodge sent supportive notes. Several prominent figures including Governor Greenharge and Senators Sanger and Blanchard were elected honorary members.

Boston Young Men’s Republican Club Republican City Committee G. Waldron Smith Hibbard Winslow Republican State Committee Lodge Greenharge Sanger Blanchard Sanford Hallstram Bryant

Master Teamsters debate plan to ease street traffic

The Master Teamsters Association met at United States Hotel to discuss Commissioner Martin's proposal to relieve traffic, deeming it impractical in sections near markets. Ex-Alderman Barr of Charlestown criticized the plan, and a trial on Washington and Tremont Streets was proposed. The issue was referred to the legislative committee to consult the Board of Aldermen.

Master Teamsters’ Association United States Hotel Martin Amos Towle Edward T. Frost Barr Charlestown Washington and Tremont Streets Legislative Committee

Water shortage threat grips Chelsea Everett Somerville Charlestown

Mystic Lake levels drop sharply prompting a joint meeting of the Chelsea Everett Somerville and Charlestown water boards. Officials urge strict water economy and discuss turning Cochituate supply to Charlestown to avert a looming water famine.

Chelsea Everett Somerville Charlestown Mystic Lake Boston Water Board Water Boards Thomas F. Doherty Doherty Mystic Cochituate Jackson Sudbury River George D. Wemyss Post Boston Eugene S. Sullivan City Hall Water Board

McNally gang witness details payoffs and Jersey links

William Applegate testifies before Lexow that McNally’s gang paid police and post office officials for protection and rapid mail dispatch. Charlton warned of raids. $450 monthly to Captain Meakim and $400 monthly to keep writers informed. Operations shifted to New Jersey with same payoffs continuing for months.

New York William Applegate Lexow Charlton McNally Green Goods Jersey City Meakim Western Union Jersey Cit Post Office

Party Delegates Named in Ward Contests Across Districts

The Democratic caucuses to select delegates and officers are set for Friday September 21. Ward committees filed nominations, with key battles in the ninth district between O'Neil and Fitzgerald allies and a lone unpledged delegation in Ward 17. In the tenth district McNary appears strong, while McEttrick's re-election backers show limited ward endorsements. Delegates listed for wards 1 7 13 15 and 16 reflect rival ONeil and Fitzgerald slates with extensive names and affiliations.

O’neil Fitzgerald C. J. Mansfield Mc Ettrick McNary John B. Martin Charlestown Everett Andrew

We Offer Heavy-Weight Goods to Clear Space

We need more elbow room by adding a Furnishing Goods Dept. The store reduces last season's heavy-weight items to make space for incoming Fall Stock and Spring Garments for Men Youths Boys and Children.

Sacrifice Prices Offer Elegant Economy Now

A bold sales pitch promises quick prices and the chance to gain wealth by investigating bargains. The message emphasizes elegance, economy, and immediate opportunity, urging readers to act to discover what they have overlooked.

Ward seventeen and ward twenty opponents listed for congressional races

The document lists candidates and unpledged slates for wards seventeen twenty one and twenty four with names such as Donovan McCarthy Cassidy Doyle Hayes Lanigan Leonard Murray Flynn Mundy Crowley FitzGerald O'Neil Maguire Kelly Patten Mullane and many others, detailing endorsements and opposition for congressional races in a historical city election.

Ward One Congressional O’neil W. J. Cahill George Orlen, Jr Thomas F. Delhanty James H. Donovan John J. Flynn Ohn Foley John A. Pocuer Henry L. Howard Richard F. Keough Francis Lally John O’brien Dennis P. O'Donnell Francis O’neil J. F. Sutter J._&. Saunders. Fitzgerald William F. McClellan Thomas Hoey Patrick Heal J. H. Doyle Richard J. Hayes J. J. Lanigan M. Leonard R. C. Murray Johns. Flynn Felix Mundy D. H. Flynn T. Uniacke E. F. Lally T. Dwyer A. M. Lanigan D. S. Fitzgerald Daniel Hefferman A. J. Paterson J. F. Roche Fitzgerald M. J. O’mealey Denis J

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