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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1894

Page

2

Ward 19 Caucus Officers Face Court Action

The Roxbury Ward 19 caucus case drew a packed courtroom as Councilman Mark H. Lynch and others faced charges for alleged ballot fraud and improper vote declarations. Supporters hailed Tim Coakley while observers described a tense scene of protests, disputed counts, and calls for lawful election procedures.

Roxbury Ward 19 Bath House Owen A. Galvin Mark H. Lynch John Mulhern Eugene A. Dowd Edward B. Hickey Lynch Mulhern Hickey Dowd Tim Coakley Markie Galvin Messrs Frost Post Bailiwick Rush Raftery

Diseases of the Brain and Nervous System by Leclercque

An advertisement for a medical system titled The Natural Law of Cure by DH Myron KE Leclercque. It claims tissue cell building and constitutional treatment for brain and nervous system diseases. Provides office address at 278 Boylston Street Boston opposite the Garden.

DH. Myron KE Boylston St Bie Garden Boston Mass

Symphony Seat Auctions Set New Record Prices

The first day of seating sales for the Symphony Orchestra rehearsals drew record interest with $12 seats selling at premiums from $6 to $92. C James Connolly of Adams House paid a top premium of $76, while others bid up to $85 and $70 for floor and balcony spots. Auctioneer Jackson, amid a large crowd, arranged quick bids and conflicts. The sale continues with $7.50 and $12 seats slated for forthcoming sessions.

C. James Connolly Adams House Jackson

New Docks at Gibraltar Begin Construction

London reports the start of a new mole and dockyard at Gibraltar with five hundred skilled workers soon departing England to continue the project.

Gibraltar London England

New York excursion set for October 9 via Albany and Hudson River

An excursion to New York is scheduled for October 9 departing by way of Albany and the Hudson River, returning on the Fall River line.

New York Albany Hudson River Fall River

End of garment workers strike in dispute over wages

The Boston Manufacturers' Association refused to meet contractor prices as too high while workers demand fifty four hours per week. A conference at St Andrews Hall with eleven participants led to an agreement to employ only union members and pay demanded wages, with a decision pending by the striker committee. Telegrams from Reichers and Jacques mark ongoing tensions as firms sign on.

McCarthy Mulhern Hickey Manufacturers’ Association Sidney Cushing Cushing, Olmstead & Snow Boston New York St. Andrews Hall Washington Street Clothing Contractors’ Association C. F. Reichers Executive Council Cohen & Steller Charles Abrahams

West End Street Car Fare Reform Move

Alderman Hall reopens push for a uniform transfers and fares system. The Board of Railroad Commissioners will likely hear in early October with City Solicitor Bailey speaking for the Aldermen. The West End corporation’s reported profits will bolster the case and the hearing will be widely advertised.

Alderman Hall Aldermanic Railroad Commissioners City Law Department Board of Railroad Commissioners Bailey Board of Aldermen West End Corporation

Fatal fall at Commercial wharf claims Andrew Canfield

Andrew Canfield died at City Hospital late yesterday from injuries at Commercial wharf yesterday morning. He fell twenty five feet from a trestle while at work, striking iron supports. He was 50, married, of 4 Middle street South Boston.

Andrew Canfield City Hospital Commercial Wharf Canfield Middle Street South Boston

Carver Street Case Ends In Manslaughter Trial

Ernest Williams alias Ernest Johnson faced trial in Superior Criminal Court for manslaughter after stabbing Isaac Boucher at 78 Carver Street boarding house. The confrontation followed months of acquaintance turning violent during a drunken altercation. Boucher died Aug. 8 from a four inch knife wound amid testimonies detailing the night’s events and witness accounts. The case will resume at 9 o'clock this morning.

Ernest Williams Ernest Johnson Superior Criminal Court Boucher Williams John W Converse Sughrue Gustave Olsen Johnson Draper Frank Walsh Bouber Otto Peterson Dr. Walsh John MacElaney

Fitzgerald Going Down East in Quiet Campaign Tour

Senator Fitzgerald had a restrained day meeting Rep. James E. Hayes and Secretary Frank McGinness of Ward 3 Democrats. After a Turkish bath they dined, receiving numerous congratulations as his right hand swelled from nonstop handshakes. He forecasts strong convention support and heads for a four day Eastward trip with Hayes and McGinness.

Fitzgerald James E. Hayes Frank McGinness Ward 3 Democratic Committee Representative Hayes McGinness

Funeral Rites Held for Dr John J Moran at St Vincent's

Funeral services for the late Dr. John J. Moran were held at 10 o'clock yesterday morning in St Vincent's Church South Boston corner of E and West Third streets. Solemn high mass of requiem celebrated by Rev Farrah Brogan Rev M J McGoldrick deacon Rev CC M O'Connor sub deacon Rev Cornelius Hennessey master of ceremonies. A touching eulogy was delivered by Rev Father Brogan.

John J. Moran St. Vincent’s Church E and West Third Streets South Boston Farrah Brogan M. J. McGoldrick CC. M. O'Connor Cornelius Hennessey Haverhill Father Brogan

Bicycle Star Peter Berle Hospitalized With Bowels Inflammation

Peter Berle, the well known bicyclist, is at City Hospital suffering from bowel inflammation. His condition improved from initial fears, and he is not on the dangerous list, with reports stating he was in a fair way to recovery last night.

Peter Berle

American Wringer Co. Offers Wringers and Sweepers

The American Wringer Co. operates at 13 and 15 Broadway extension offering wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. They repair all kinds of wringers and sweepers and handle mail orders promptly. Telephone call i Tremont 76.

The American Wringer Co Broadway Extension City

Millen Divorce Case Reveals Tense Household Dispute

In Probate Court Mrs. Lizzie E. Millen seeks separate support from husband Charles E. Millen, a Charlestown wood mantel maker. She testifies of a Novap separation last year and a willingness to reconcile. Millen disputes abuse, cites a New York letter to his wife, and recounts visits by a Mr. Goodwin at their Revere home amid witnesses and rebuttal testimony.

Lizzie E. Millen Charles E. Millen Charlestown Street Millen Williams New Marlboro Hotel J. C. Fiske Edward C. Spring Revere Electric Light Company Revere House Thomas F. Driscoll Chelsea Gilman Revere Riley John Roope Millens Goodwin Louisa E. Chamberlain Charlestown Mr. Goodwin Mrs. Millen Annie Lindsey Costello

Registration Opens at English High School Evening Sessions Begin

Last night at 7 15 the English High School on Montgomery Street opened for registration and examination of pupils. Dr Benjamin Tenney and staff worked nonstop until closing. By 8 oclock over 125 had registered and long lines awaited their turn. Attendance is expected to exceed last year’s 2409. The high school will host evening registrations all week except Saturday. branches operate Monday Wednesday and Friday evenings. Classes start next Monday.

Montgomery Street Benjamin Tenney

Boutelle Wins Fourth District House Seat in Bangor

Complete official returns show Republican Boutelle leading Democrat Simpson in Maine's fourth district with 17,389 to 6,870 votes, a 19,519 plurality. Boutelle's victory confirms party hold in the district.

Bangor Boutelle Simpson

Wedding at Hotel Howard Unites Marguerite Clancy and George Wilson

One of the season’s prettiest home weddings joined Miss Marguerite Clancy of Bangor Maine to George T Wilson of Wilson Bros Tremont row jewelers at Hotel Howard. Bride wore robin’s egg blue. bridesmaid Grace Clancy wore ecru. Best man was Edward Madden. Gifts included oak sideboard dining set onyx clock silver service and more from family and business associates. The couple will reside at Hotel Howard 24 Chambers street and host guests on select evenings in October.

Hotel Howard Marguerite Clancy Bangor George T. Wilson Wilson Bros Tremont Row Jewellers Grace Clancy Ecru Edward Madden Wilson Chambers Street

Engagement announcement for Walter von Horn and Rose Weimer

The engagement is announced of Mr Walter von Horn of D Appleton and Cincinnati social circles and Miss Rose Weimer of Cincinnati, marking a forthcoming marriage between their families.

Walter von Horn D. Appleton &O Rose Weimer Cincinnati

Evening Banquet for Church of the Holy Trinity Marked Jubilee

The second day of celebrations closed with a grand banquet in Casino Hall as about 300 attendees gathered. Prominent figures included Rev. Father Charles W. Gudenus and Rev. Father Nopper, with others such as W. Keilmann and Louis Stener giving addresses. A children's festival and a social for parish youth follow to complete the golden jubilee program.

Church of the Holy Trinity Casino Hall Charles W. Gudenus Father Nopper Leo Knappe D. D A. Asherberg John Conway W. Keilmann Buffalo Louis Stener N. Schaff M. Brock

Chief Officer Fined $50 for Seaman Assault on Ward

Otto Hagan, chief officer aboard the bark Charles F Ward, was arrested on arrival from Surinam and brought before Judge Nelson for assaulting a sailor, Carl Siele, on August twenty third. The court found Hagan guilty of assault and fined him fifty dollars, a decision praised by ship masters and the public.

Charles F. Ward Coombs Surinam Otto Hagan Nelson United States District Court Carl Siele Wesley A. Rowell Thomas F. Clarke Peter W. Ahlgren

Richardson gift creates Joel Richardson scholarship at Dartmout h College

Judge J B Richardson of Boston endows Dartmouth College with 1000 to establish the Joel Richardson scholarship in memory of his father late of Oxford. Under conditions the gift prioritizes indigent Oxford born students for benefits of the scholarship.

Hanover N. H J. B. Richardson Boston Dartmouth College Joel Richardson Oxford

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