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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1899

Page

2

Walkup Free After Counterfeit Money Claim in Cambridge

Edwin A Walkup, arrested Sunday in Cambridge with a bag of about 23000 dollars in advertising money deemed counterfeit by police, was released after Secret Service concluded no federal violation. The money remains with authorities and may be destroyed or sent to Washington. Walkup vanished after release, suspected frightened. He had married Emily Bishop last April over a promised twenty thousand dollars and says he is a traveling salesman with Boston roots at 86 Washington Street.

Edwin A. Walkup Cambridge United States Secret Service Department Redfern Walkup United States Washington Dixon Street Post Clark Street Inman Square Bishop Washington Street Boston Salvation Army

Seery Brothers Arraigned in Mother's Death Case

John W. and Joseph E. Seery were arraigned in the Norfolk Superior Criminal Court at Dedham before Judge Dewey on charges of murdering their mother Ellen Seery in East Dedham on July 2 by assault with an unknown instrument. They pleaded not guilty. Trial likely at a December special session.

John W Joseph E. Seery Norfolk

Miss Havemeyer Weds Lt Winslow In Newport Home Ceremony

Miss Dora Havemeyer and Lieutenant Winslow marry in a Newport Freidham villa ceremony attended by family and friends. The groom, famed for the Cienfuegos action, led by Nashville, followed by a private wedding trip before Dewey festivities in New York.

Newport R. R Dora Theodore A. Havemeyer Winslow Cienfuegos Freidham Villa Father Farrell New York Father Meenan St. Mary’s Church Havemeyers Epergne Miss Havemeyer Nashville

Strange Case of G E Phillips Strangeness in Worcester

George E Phillips wandered from his father in law's Worcester home last Friday under a vague impulse and found himself in New York. He later returned with memory restored, though he recalled nothing of the voyage or motive. Doctors call the case remarkable and hope for full recovery after treatment.

Worcester George E. Phillips Pleasant Street New York City Post Phillips England Webster Irving Barnes Sturbridge Fishdale Advent Church Will-O'-The-Wisp New Haven Conn New York Broadway Grand Union Station

Rally in Ward 22 for Engstrom Representative Candidacy

A Republican rally is set for Thursday evening September 21 at 8 p.m. in Summit Hall Boylston Street Boylston Station Ward 22. Speakers include Hon. Jesse Gove E B Callender George H Moore Charles O Engstrom and others.

Summet Hall Boylston Street Boylston Station Ward 22 Charles O. Engstrom General Court Jesse Gove E. B. Callender George H. Moore

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Health Through Purified Blood

An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the key to vigor and strength, claiming pure blood fuels life and strength. It argues wage earners can improve earnings through vigorous health and labels the tonic as a purifier of impure blood.

Hood

Mellen Denies Rumor of New Haven President Job

President C B Mellen of the Northern Pacific Railroad denies reports he will become president of the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad Company. He says no negotiations have occurred and he expects none.

New York C. 8. Mellen Northern Pacific Railroad Company Charles P. Clark New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Company Mr. Mellen

Doan's Kidney Pills End Back Pain Claim

Boston resident Loronre reports relief after using Dean's Kidney Pills at Bradbury's drug store. C M Snow of 44 Beach street endorses the remedy, noting rapid improvement in stiffness and lameness. Doan's Kidney Pills sold by all dealers for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo as sale agents.

Boston Loronre C. M. Snow 44 Beach Street Bradbury’s Drug Store Washington Street Dean Doan Foster- Milburn Co Buffalo N. Y U. S

Mysterious death by own action aboard steamer Richard Peck

A man about 30 years old, over six feet tall with red hair and a sandy mustache, committed suicide in stateroom No. 22 of the Providence and New Haven steamer Richard Peck. He left no name, identified only by the nickname Bishop, and a pearl ring found on his vest. He died at Hudson Street Hospital shortly after being found shot in the head.

New York Richard Peck Apollo Providence New Haven Hudson Street

Ward 19 caucus leaves bitter fallout amid recount fight

Dispute over Ward 19 caucus results escalates with charges from rival factions. Elections Board to wait for recount before actions. disputes over private seal usage, missing ballots, and medal evidence provoke heated exchanges among Cleary Feneno Grant and Woods O'Brien McInerney camps. Ex Councilman Gormley urges arrests while ward officials defend secrecy and security measures.

Ward 19 Post Cleary-Feneno-Grant Elections Board Cleary-Feneno- Grant Woods Warden Woods McInerney An McGarr

Deaths Garrmett At Revere

At Revere on September 18 Captain George Modeee Sermeeny Pronnecte died, with the sorrowing event noted. His son in law James J. Brown of Revere street is mentioned, with relatives invited to attend the service on September 20 at 2 p.m.

Revere George Modeee James J. Brown Revere Street

Contest for $100000 Estate by Elizabeth Rogers Heir

John Z. Rogers arrives in Lowell to contest the will of his maiden aunt Elizabeth Rogers who left her entire $100000 estate to the Rogers Hall School. He claims improper influences led Elizabeth to forget her kin before her death last December.

Lowell John Z. Rogers Elizabeth Rogers Rogers Hall

Lowell Heir Contests Rogers Estate In Cambridge Court

John Rogers, sole living heir, sues to overturn a 19th century will claiming his maiden aunt was demented and a Rogers Hall School associate influenced the bequest. The Belvidere Lowell property valued at 105000 is tied to the Rogers Hall School with Elizabeth and Emily Rogers founding the estate and park. The suit, aided by Boston counsel John F Libby, aims for the Superior Court of Cambridge in October.

Rogers John Rogers Rogers Hall School Belvidere Lowell America Mr. Rogers Smithfield Eng Elizabeth Rogers Emily Elizabeth American Bible Society Old Fort Hill Park Zadoc Rogers John Centerville Hattie Morey New York Benson Foss Pembroke N. H Miss Rogers John F. Libby Boston Superior Court of Cambridge

Virginia Iron Company to Build 1000 Coke Ovens

The Virginia Iron, Coal & Coke Company plans to erect over a thousand new coke ovens on properties owned in Southwestern Virginia and Eastern Tennessee. The project will expand operations across multiple sites in the region.

Knoxville, Tenn Virginia Iron, Coal & Coke Company Virginia Tennessee

Marblehead Militia Officers Elected at Local Meeting

Marblehead officers for Company C Eighth Regiment were chosen here as Benjamin Mitchell was elected first lieutenant and Henry S Peach second lieutenant. J Frank Rich ard was appointed first sergeant to replace Lieutenant Mitchell.

Marblehead Eighth Regiment Benjamin Mitchell Henry Peach J. Frank Nchard Mitchell

Harvard Men By Dibolee Opened Practice Session

Harvard football opened practice with many holdovers from last year. Captain Burden and coach Dibblee led drills, promising a season of hustle. Several veterans played while others were absent, and a preliminary plan kept changes minimal with Williams game twelve days away.

Harvard Dibblee Burden Burnett Reid California Swain Boal C. Sargent Bert Waters Knox Waters MacMasters Cripple Brigade Daly Eaton Benjamin H. Dibblee Williams Cambridge Bertram G. Waters W. Cameron Forbes W. A. M. Burden A. Boal L. Warren W. D. Eaton C. D. Daly J. WW. Hallowell E. W.W. Creen C. C. Brayton J. H. Lee B. Z HB. H. Kendall 8. Ellis A. Devens E. Motley G. Noyes B. Bigelow H. C. Hawk C Blag

Plague Toll Rises with Twenty Deaths in Hong Kong

Hong Kong reported twenty plague deaths last week and eighteen new cases were officially recorded. Authorities continue surveillance as health officials track spread and response efforts across the city.

Hong Kong

Durham to Build $400,000 Cotton Mill This Fall

Durham capitalists including Colonel J E Carr B N Duke and George W Watts organized a stock company Saturday and will erect a $400,000 cotton mill to employ 1000 workers in Durham.

Durham Charlotte N. C J. 8 Carr B.N. Duke George W. Watts

Readville Races Marred By Accident At Breeders Meeting

Opening day at Readville breeders meeting featured near perfect weather and smooth races except for a serious accident in the 2:20 trot. Little Fred burst a blood vessel and fell after the eighth mark, driver Dearden uninjured. Mamie W. won the 2:20 class after Whitney withdrew. Will Leyburn dominated the 2:12 pace with Early Bird Jr. a close challenger. The 2:30 pace was shortened by darkness. Roscoe led the first heat and Allenka swept the next two. Races set for today include a 2:23 trot a 2:12 trot and a 2:10 pace.

Readville Bert Merrill Little Fred Dearden Whitney Mamie W Elison Will Leyburn Wos Early Bird, Jr Journeyman Roscoe Allenka San Telmo Hal Almont B. m Wildnut Catcoimd Ois Isek Eewede B. G Edgemark McDonald Elision Sire Arion Young Nein Vertlelen Oo Rositer Carpenter Cosgrove Haa Sabres Mystic Maid Repetition Bowen Bik. G Sire Aberdeed C.ecceees Wilton- Criterion Crittenden Gatcomb Bik. S CEA Ynod «Vines Cecdoe Prodigal Coto Dr. Wood Ch. S Mambriho Wilkes Riley Alice Hal G. m Hal Parker Howard Kremlin Kantakg Chown i. Co Ce Scoe C Alcantara Ecasses Hermit Middleby Css Sicsbeoueschete Arion Ad Ituna Bourbon Wilkes Gocomb Gail. B. m Orville SD Toaleay

Sheriff halts 20 round fight in Scranton

Acting on a 1866 act banning public sparring in coal regions, Sheriff Ryan stopped the Jimmie Judge vs Australian Paddy Gorman bout at the Gayety Theatre. The Christian Endeavor City Union alerted authorities and the sheriff served notice to the theater organizers not to proceed.

Scranton Penn Christian Endeavor City Union Sheriff Ryan Jimmie Judge Paddy’ Gorman Gayety Theatre

Caldwell A Victor In 25 Mile Race At Coliseum

Baltimore reporters note Harry Caldwell the New England giant defeated Charley Miller the world champion in a 25 mile distance bicycle race at the Coliseum track. The event was paced by motorcycles and took place in comparatively slow time.

Miller Baltimore Harry Caldwell New England Charley Miller Cme

Beverly Lighting Quarrel Moves to Supreme Court

Beverly Farms electric lighting dispute advances as petitioners file an application for an injunction to stop Beverly from paying Beverly Gas and Electric Company for Farm district lighting. The filing will be presented to the Supreme Court soon.

Salem Beverly Farms Supreme Court Beverly Beverly Gas and Electric Company

Mystery Body Found at Coney Island Foot of Kensington Walk

Police in Brooklyn investigate a new homicide clue after a dismembered female body is recovered from the water at the foot of Kensington Walk, Coney Island. The victim is missing head arms and feet, complicating identification. Detectives pursue leads and await autopsy results.

New York Brooklyn Kensington Walk Coney Island

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China E. Osgood Co Washington ST Treasury Seery Brothers NO & Catte H. B. McConnell Hotel Pelham Boyiston St Lieutenant Winslow and Eee Bride Hav Lieutenant Winslow G. £. Phillips Mellen Los Angeles CO Summer St C. M. Earle Victoria Street Moddle Ananazaninea Edward Wilson Tremont Row Boston Hygienic Institute Robinson M. D Bowdoin ST Beacon State House Fairbank THE N. K. Fairbank Company Chicago St. Louis BY Diboler DR. Coderre Paddy Gorman Christian Endeavorers Caldwell Semel Munyon Munegon Tremont Temple
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