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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1903

Page

4

Count Ward Extends Blessings After Ex-Wife's Marriage

Reginald Henshaw Ward known as Count Reggie Ward says he wishes joy to his former wife who wed N Gibbs Ingraham. He notes they are on excellent terms and even dined together recently. He denies any engagement to the Dowager Countess Howe or to anyone.

New York Reginald Henshaw Ward Reggie Ward Wassdorf-Astoria Aix-le-Bains Reginald Ward Liindon N. Gibbs Ingraham

Eliot Hall Renamed to Waverly Hall in Mt. Auburn

Eliot Hall a large new private dormitory on Mt. Auburn Street changed its name to Waverly Hall after Harvard authorities urged relinquishing the use of President Eliot’s name. It is reported that Mr Green the owner faced opposition from Harvard officials leading to the shift.

Eliot Eliot Hall Mt. Auburn Street Waverly Hall Green Harvard

Bulgaria urged to declare war

A Sept. 2 rally of Macedonian sympathizers at Rustchuk urged the Bulgarian government to declare war on Turkey immediately as the next two days were awaited with anxiety and popular feeling grew.

Softa Rustchuk Bulgaria Turkey

Republican caucus results list delegates by seat

On Sept 23 in Loweill the caucuses produced 35 delegates for James H. McKinley in the seventh senatorial race, eight for Chester A. Clark in the sixth senatorial race, and 44 for W. S. Watson in the councillor race.

Loweill James H. McKinley Chester A. Clark W. S. Watson

Mayor Low Is Renominated by Two Conventions

New York dispatch reports Seth Low was renominated by the Republican and Citizens' Union. Edward Grout named for controller. District Attorney Jerome comments on the Fusionists renomination, pledging to fight for decency and truth amid fierce political attacks.

New York Seth Low Republican Citizens’ Union Edward Grout Jerome Rutgers Street Low Grout Fornes

Despondent man tries to take own life in city

Vincenzo Baestafano, 38, of 328 Commercial street, attempted suicide at his home shortly before 10 last night by slashing his throat with a razor. He was taken to the Relief Station and is expected to recover. Despondency from employment troubles is listed as the cause.

Vincenzo Baestafano Commercial Street

Unitarian Conference at Atlantic City Opens Full of Debate

At Atlantic City New Jersey a large Unitarian gathering features ministers meeting led by Rev Charles F Dole and the Women’s National Alliance presided by Miss Emma Co Low. Discussions center on training for the ministry including theological aims and certification probation.

Atlantic City N. J Casino Charles F. Dole Jamaica Plain Women's National Alliance Emma Co. Low Brooklyn Franklin D. Southworth Meadville Tyler Ames Unitarian Ministers C. F. Dole Boston Joseph May Philadelphia Richard Boynton St. Paul, Minn Edward A. Horton

Absent Juror Delays Trial In East Cambridge Court

Dracut barber Jeremiah C. Mahoney admitted oversleeping after missing the 9:30 a.m. jury poll in Charles F. Andrews assault case. He arrived at 3:30 p.m. claiming he woke at a Boston hotel. Judge Aiken urged punctuality, noting the delay affected 11 jurors and counsel. Mahoney promised to attend at 9:30 the next morning as the case headed for the jury.

Jeremiah C. Mahoney Aiken East Cambridge Mahoney Charles F. Andrews Dracut Boston

Hebrew New Year Observances Ended Across City

At sunset yesterday the Hebrew New Year observances ended and synagogues remained crowded with Hebrews of all ages in prayer. By 6 PM Hebrew stores reopened after closure for the holiday, with regular business resuming. Next Thursday the Yom Kippur celebration will be held.

Postum Claims Clear Complexion From Coffee Substitute

A woman credits Postum with restoring her health after coffee caused indigestion heart palpitations and sinking spells. She notes a week of use improved her condition and two years later remains well, attributing the change to quitting coffee for Postum as recommended by the Postum Co. in Battle Creek Michigan. The ad invites readers to find The Road to Wellville in each package.

Postum Postum Co Battle Creek Mich Wellville

Mrs Crocker Testimony Drives Rupture Case and Cure Claim

The Crocker will case in the Supreme Judicial Court hears more testimony as Mrs Ariel Crocker recalls the funeral wreath and family tensions. Witnesses challenge Uriel H Crocker’s wishes and past statements while friends and relatives corroborate or dispute events surrounding the Crocker fortune and estate. A reported cure for rupture from The Electrus Co. in Syracuse is described as a sweeping, home based treatment backed by testimonials from St Louis residents.

St. Louis Syracuse Electrus Co Wood N. Y Crocker Will Supreme Judicial Court Joseph Mrs. Crocker Morse George’u Mr. Morse Annie J. Fitz A. H. Crocker Monuments Square Charlestown George U Miss Ballard George U. Crocker W. T. Turner Emma U. H. Crocker Turner Uriel H. Crocker J. H. Benton James C. White Charles A. Cummings Adams Sherman Hill Richard Stone

Drunken man mobbed as officer ferries horse to station

Reserve Officer McGillvary at East Dedham station had a dramatic ride through a hostile crowd after arresting Thomas McManus for drunkenness. McGillvary used his club and revolver threats to pass the mob at Albany and West Brookline streets and reach the station, with a patrol wagon escort. Police dispersed the 3000 strong crowd, and McManus was seized by two patrolmen as the arrest was completed.

McGillvary Dedham Street Thomas McManus Dedham McManus Albany West Brookline West Brookline Street Harrison Avenue Hickey Garland E. J. Morrissey Manning McGillvray West Canton Street G. Casey

Missing John D. McInnes From Westboro Asylum Case

John D. McInnes, an escapee from Westboro Insane Asylum, remains missing with last contact from Hot Springs Arkansas. His mother of 19 Everett Street East Boston reported receiving a dated letter from him.

John D. McInnes Westboro Insane Asylum Hot Springs Ark Everett Street Boston

Spanish war veteran escapes Westboro asylum in East Boston

A 19 Everett Street, East Boston resident described as a Spanish war veteran reportedly escaped from Westboro Insane Asylum and declared intent to commit death by own action, according to local notices.

Everett Street East Boston Westboro Insane Asylum

Westboro Man Returns After Eight Days On His Own

At Westboro on Sept 3, eight days after escaping from a hospital, a young man wanders the town unseen before being brought back. He had served as a private in Company C of the Seventh United States regiment during the Spanish War and has not been well since discharge.

Westboro United States

Richard W Gilder Ill in Massachusetts Border Town

Richard Watson Gilder poet and editor is ill at his home in Lee Massachusetts. He had planned a short absence from New York City where he declined to run for Alderman on the fusion ticket. Friends fear his health may prevent any municipal campaign involvement.

New York Richard Watson Gilder Fusion Lee Mass East Eighth Street Gilder

Zionist Mass Meeting Tonight in Boston

Final arrangements for the mass meeting at Faneuil Hall tonight at 8 under the Zionist Council of Greater Boston. Elisha Greenhood will preside with speakers Governor John L Bates Miss Leah Asher of Columbia College New York and Isaac Harris president of the Zionist Council of Greater Boston.

Faneuil Stal Zionist Council of Greater Boston Elisha Greenhood John L. Bates Leah Asher Columbia College New York Isaac Harris

Constipation Cure Claim Promises Iron-Ox Tablets

An advertisement touts Iron-Ox Tablets as a tonic laxative that cures constipation by strengthening the stomach and bowels rather than using purgatives. It claims permanent results with gradual built up function, warns against harsh tonics, and offers a 25 cent price for fifty tablets from The Iron-Ox Remedy Co of Detroit with postal options.

Iron-Ox Remedy Co Detroit Mich

Beauty package promises to clear skin and free trial offer

An advertisement claims a free trial of Mme Ribault's complexion beautifiers will permanently remove tan freckles moth patches pimples blackheads and other skin imperfections. Endorsed by Fannie B Ralston of Newport Kentucky and Helen Ralston, the ad urges immediate writing to MME M Ribault 6328 Elsa Building Cincinnati Ohio for prepaid directions.

Fannie B. Ralston Lexington Ave Newport Kentucky Helen Ralston Mme. Ribault Mme, Ribault Mme M. Ribault Elsa Building Cincinnati Ohio

Pogrom in Gomel Jews Endure Military Aided Riots

The September pogrom in Gomel, Russia, saw troops and educated Christians back the mob as Hebrew homes and shops were looted and attacked. The city’s 26,000 Jews, mostly artisans, faced renewed violence after a market dispute triggered days of anti Semitic agitation beginning September 11.

Gomel Mobilev Russia Associated Press John the Baptist Moujik

Seized Liquor Piled High Before Revere Police Station

A large stack of seized liquor from Revere raids over three months was sent to State Police Chief Wade. About 382 gallons of lager beer, 55 gallons of ale, 15 gallons of whiskey, 10 gallons of wine, plus hundreds of containers were gathered, totaling 3496 bottles, drawing crowd attention as it was loaded for transport to Boston.

Wade Revere Town Revere Polic Revere Boston

Red Fire at This Wedding in Cambridge

Past Cambridge near Fourth street was ablaze with red and green fire for the wedding of William H. Quinn and Miss Sarah J. Donelen. The ceremony at the Church of the Sacred Heart drew a crowded audience with Rev. Father Hughes officiating. Bridesmaid Miss Katheryn G. Flynn and best man Joseph Quinn attended. the bride wore straw-colored crepe de chine and carried roses.

Cambridge Fourth Street William H. Quinn Sarah J. Donelen Father Hughes Church of the Sacred Heart Katheryn G. Flynn Dorchester East Cambridge Joseph Quinn Miss Flynn

Federation of Labor Weighs Miller Case

Washington Sept 23 The American Federation of Labor executive council discussed W A Miller foreman of bookbinders dismissed from the government printing office after expulsion from the local union He was reinstated by President Roosevelt but the council deferred action to a later date.

Washington Executive Council American Federation of Labor Today W. A. Miller Government Printing Office Roosevelt

Struck Down and Robbed in Woonsocket

John Riley proprietor of a South Main street cigar store was struck on his East street doorstep tonight. He was knocked senseless by a blow from a club and robbed of about 50 dollars. His assailant or assailants were not seen and were not yet apprehended. Riley suffered a severe facial injury with a broken nose and a knocked out tooth.

Woonsocket R. IL John Riley South Main Street East Street Riley

Constipation claims vast indisposition among women

Advert says constipation causes most sickness worldwide especially among women. It asserts Beecham's Pills prevent discomfort by aiding nature and promises comfort and happiness after use.

Beecham

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William Alexander Wm. Alexander Dayton St Count Ward McKinley Clark Ublic Mayor Low Unitarians M’gillvary John D. M’innes Bosserman John D. M Innis Federation OF Labor Miller Woonsocket Cigar Store Beecham’s
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