30 Sep 1897
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1897
Page
1
One of the largest antique Persian carpets ever brought to Boston or the United States was recently exported from the Custom House by John H Pray, Sons & Co. The rug measures about 38 feet in length and 12 feet in width, a size rarely fitting in private homes.
The Republican convention at Music Hall in Worcester proceeded in a calm fashion with delegates largely tranquil and unimpressed. Col A H C Goetting opened proceedings praising attendance and announcing the renomination of William McKinley and other state candidates, while Roger Wolcott and Mayor Quincy loomed in nominations.
Mrs Anson Buckley mourns at her sister Emily Edwards 33 East Ninth Street New York as speculation swirls over her missing husband and Albert Buckman of West Medford in a puzzling tale of coincidences. Both wives believe their spouse may be in the Klondike region. details describe the men as blond, 40, with a derby hat and plaid notes. Jubal sightings and family ties complicate the search.
Mrs. Buckley in New York reports her husband vanished five weeks ago after drawing money in Boston and leaving debts and a mortgage to foreclose. The Buckman family story mirrors Buckley’s claims, with two homes, mortgage trouble, and babies named Ruth, raising questions about a shared fate and possible common source.
The Commerce and Agriculture minister Don Aurelaino Linaries Rivas and the Colonies minister Don Thomas Castellano are listed as key figures in the new government formation.
Maverick House in Maverick Square announces extensive repairs and a public opening of an elegant new bar. Rates start at seven dollars per week for room and board with options for rooms with or without board and suites of two three or four rooms. Transient rate set at one fifty per day. Finest location in Boston.
In Terre Haute Indiana Ana nias tied the world record 2 06 34 in the first heat of the 2 09 pace. May ern won the 2 28 tret unfinished Tues y. Lady Moyra captured the 2 year old pace.
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