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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1893

Page

4

Exeter Embezzlement Case Man Behind Putnam Bail

Boston reports Warren F. Putnam former president of the National Granite State bank at Exeter New Hampshire is under arrest for embezzlement. He posted bail with Everett S. Horton of Attleboro as surety. The government requires two sureties and a new surety by tomorrow at 10 am to secure his appearance in New Hampshire. Details note Putnam was born Bean and raised by a widow mother who later married Perry Putnam.

Exeter Boston Warren F. Putnam National Granite State Bank N. H Everett S. Horton Attleboro Putnam New Hampshire Bean Perry Putnam Joseph W. Bean

Ingersoll Addresses Immortality Beliefs

Boston, Nov 15 Colonel Robert G Ingersoll comments on immortality saying he has no confession to reveal before death and that he does not claim death ends all nor that man is immortal He states I do not know and offers a hopeful view based on love and human longing.

Boston Robert G. Ingersoll Ingersoll

Wonderful Work by the Columbia on Her Preliminary Spin

The Columbia cruisers preliminary run near Boston produced a 22.87 knot pace over about 87 miles in four hours. With natural draft the speed reached 20.75 knots on the up trip and 21.10 under forced draft on the New York. After blower use, engine revolutions rose to 136 per minute as 48 miles of waterway were covered efficiently.

Boston Columbia Cramps Cape Ann Cape Porpoise New York

Noted Crook Marlow Brought From Connecticut to Lynn

William Marlow, a 25 year old noted jailbreaker, was moved from Connecticut state prison to Lynn by State Officer Joseph Shaw. He previously helped free several Salem jail inmates in 1880 and hid with revolvers and $200 stolen from a safe. He is to serve 82 months in Salem after arrival.

Lynn Mass William Marlow Joseph Shaw Connecticut Marlow Salem Wolcott Shaw

Yale Treasurer Reports Donations and New Professorship

Yale corporation treasurer reports donations totaling 205105.15 for the year and notes establishment of the Washburne professorship in the theological school with a 25000 bequest from Mrs Caroline Washburne.

New Haven Yale Corporation Washburne Theological School Caroline Washburne

Celery on Toast Recipe from Everyday Cookery

An old instruction shares a method to use the green celery tops and scraps. Simmer cut celery in water for about two hours, then finish with cream butter and cornstarch or flour until a thick batter forms. Serve on toast with a light butter and pepper garnish.

Handsome Small House Planned With Simple Style

A detailed description extols beauty in home design and outlines a practical two story residence for a small family. The plan features a parlor dining room, bedroom and bath on the first floor with a kitchen, pantry, and stairs to three second floor chambers. The house, built with timber, stone rubble foundation, and white pine finishes, costs $1,250 complete and notes potential for a cellar.

Polich Case Developments in Toole Poisoning Trial

In the Toole poisoning case police outline their theory that cyanide was bought by Michael Toole and hidden by Mary Toole. They allege no powder or corkscrew found at the home and suggest the toxin was opened by someone else. The hearing before Judge Fallon is set for Friday with grand jury implications.

Bostox Polica Toole Michael Toole Carter, Carter & Kilham’s Michael Mary Wyman Margaret Fallon

Shingle Houses Stir Debate Among Builders and Buyers

The article argues shingles are more permanent and warmer than weatherboard homes. It notes strong approval from one social group and strong disapproval from another. It also claims shingle houses are relatively plain with limited decorative opportunities compared to frame buildings.

Horticulturists Name Four Big Apple Varieties

Charlex A. Green designates Wilder early Bartlett medium early Tdsho fall Anjou winter as the big four years in apple cultivation. The list highlights distinct cultivars by season and type.

Charlex A. Green Wilder Bartlett Anjou

Cleaning White Furs With Hot Bran Method

A fashion note describes whitening white furs using hot bran. Heat bran until very hot in a pan, rub into fur with hands, shake off, repeat with fresh bran until fur looks clean, then brush thoroughly.

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Labor Convention Rivalry Heats Up in Philadelphia

At the Knights of Labor convention in Philadelphia tensions between the Hayes and Powderly factions flared during the session. Hayes accused the general executive board of misappropriating funds for Homestead and Coeur d’Alene strikers, prompting a bitter debate with counter accusations from the Powderly side. Powderly prepared his forces and sought reconciliation with allies like Robert Buchanan and John Morrison.

Philadelphia Knights of Labor Hayes Powderly Workman General Executive Board Homestead Cobur d’ Alene General Executive Committee Robert Buchanan John Morrison

Smallpox Cases Reported in Boston Area

Five members of a South Boston family were removed to the smallpox hospital after infection. In Haverhill, Mrs. Deliah Carr sues shoe maker L A Phinney for 3000 dollars over alleged defamation of character. Attorney General Pillsbury, ill with measles, remains at home in Beatox. Sago pudding described in two styles with a Victorian culinary note.

Boston Patrick Holland Tudor Street Smallpox Hospital Haverhill Mass Deliah Carr L. A. Phinney

Cleaning a black coat with coffee and ammonia

The text suggests removing shiny spots on a black coat by using strong black coffee with a few drops of ammonia. It recommends applying the solution, then sponging with a piece of black woolen cloth to finish.

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