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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1905
Page
4
The funeral procession travels through towns toward Washington with the oak casket in the railcar beside mourners. In stations and hotels residents join in prayer as the body moves north, while relatives plan the mayor’s tomorrow interment.
The narrative recalls Patrick A. Collins dying in transit from Hot Springs Va to Boston. His death occurred after a sudden decline during illness while his son Paul Collins and officials accompanied the body. Funeral rites included a Mass by Father Raftery and remarks from Commissioner Henry West.
A Black valet named C. D. Dallas recounts serving Mayor Collins in Hot Springs and Washington as the mayor lay dying. He credits Collins with dignity and says he felt honored to be chosen as his personal servant and to accompany the body back to Hot Springs.
At meetings of the Boston Building Trades Council and several unions last night, delegates and members offered eulogies and resolutions expressing grief at Mayor Collins death. Resolutions from the Park Department Assembly K of IL and Stationary Engineers Union echoed the loss and called him a true friend of organized labor. Protestant groups and others reviewed aims of the People's Legal Security Company and invited speakers to address members on October 20.
Cemetery officials mark grounds for the late mayor's burial at Holyhood Cemetery Brookline and layout shown. A cut of the Cathedral of the Holy Cross depicts Monday services and religious rites to be held there.
State officers at United States Hotel form action in response to the death of Mayor Patrick A. Collins. A resolution expresses profound sorrow and pledges attendance at his funeral on Monday. The leaders named include Matthew Cummings and Terence ODonnell with others offering sympathy.
Condolences pour in from governors mayors and leaders across the nation for the death of Mayor Patrick A. Collins. Letters from McClellan Dunne Watterson Mathews Finerty Moseley Crocker Carroll and others express shock and offer support to Mrs. Collins at Boston City Hall and in New York Springfield and Philadelphia.
Irish MP William H. K. Redmond announced he will attend Mayor Collins funeral to pay tribute on behalf of the Irish parliamentary party. He visited Mr Curran and, with Mrs Redmond, called on Mrs Collins at Brighton to extend condolences to the bereaved family.
Decorators began draping City Hall at 2 PM as the building remains in mourning for 80 days. Washington Street's Democratic committee headquarters shows black streamers and a large portrait of the late leader. Merchants along Washington and Tremont streets follow suit today.
At a Ward 8 meeting the Douglas Democratic Club unanimously adopted a resolution praising May or Collins for his sterling integrity and brilliancy of mind. It notes the respect of all who knew him and the sincere affection of his associates.
At a meeting of East Boston citizens held in Lyceum Hall last evening, resolutions were adopted mourning Mayor Collins. The gathering paid tribute to his public service and expressed condolences to his family.
Democratic members from 25 ward committees gathered at Faneuil Hall to honor Mayor Collins. Speeches were delivered by W. T. A. Fitzgerald Arthur Dolan Thomas Grady and Daniel V. McIsaac. A committee will be appointed to attend the funeral.
Dr Henson at the Quincy House promotes magnetic treatment claiming cures for cancers tumors and numerous ailments without pain or drugs. He lists extensive specialties and a 27 year Boston tenure with free consults 9 am to 5 pm and Sundays 10 to 4 at 31 Brattle st.
A Boston Central Branch and United Irish League gathering at the American House honored the late Mayor Collins. Speakers praised his character and service to Ireland, with Henry Redmond and others recalling emigrant contributions and defence of Irish self government. Resolutions presented by John O Callaghan were adopted unanimously.
Out of respect for the late Mayor and by order of Fire Commissioner Wells the Boston Fire Department will not conduct official business until after the funeral on Monday. All 64 fire houses will be draped and operations paused. Work began at 8 o'clock yesterday morning.
At their meeting last night Local Assembly 9816 K of L paving department adopted resolutions as a mark of respect. A delegation from the union will attend the mayor’s funeral.
A special meeting of current officers and past presidents is called for this afternoon at 8 at Young's Hotel to act on the death of Mayor Collins.
A model suite on the fifth floor of Jordan Marsh showcases eight rooms with Renaissance, Gothic, and Louis XVI styling. Rooms include a gentleman’s study, bachelor chamber, family parlor, guest chamber, drawing room, dining room, and library. Each space features period furniture, rich fabrics, and harmonious color schemes to evoke a refined home aesthetic.
Michael P. Curran said the Collins family will keep the funeral private at home, with services at Cathedral on Holy Cross at 10 30 a m Monday September 18. No visitors or flowers at the house before the cortege departs for church due to domestic conditions.
The Hampden Outing Club of Ward 17 met at 124 Hampden Street and passed resolutions on the death of Mayor Collins. They praised his early life devotion to parents and adherence to their teachings, calling his qualities worthy of emulation.
The Tammany Club of Ward 17 met last evening and adopted resolutions on the death of Mayor Collins. The building is draped in honor of the deceased.
The message from Tisador Phillips, president, and Rev. J. H. Landau of the Young Men's Hebrew Association of Boston, expresses sympathy with the mayor’s family and the citizens on the loss of a notable public servant.
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