Poison Candy Sent To Beers In North Adams
Analysis by a chemist found a box of candy delivered to Mrs. C. N. Beers on Houghton street coated with poisonous powder. Police have kept quiet as they investigate for a week or more. Postmark unreadable, investigators suspect the box may have been mailed in North Adams. Mrs. Beers, about 40, recently arrived from Florida Massachusetts, has a small circle of acquaintances and resides with her husband and daughter.
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North Adams
C. N. Beers
Houghton Street
Four Hundred Trenton Bridge Works Strike Over Discharge
Four hundred employees at the American Bridge company Trenton works refused to report for work today. Pickets stood off to warn other workers as the strike arose after a man was discharged for reportedly refusing overtime without extra pay. The general manager said the strike followed the decision not to reinstate the discharged worker.
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Trenton
N. J
American Bridge Company
Lady Dudley Recovers From Recent Appendicitis Operation
Lady Dudley wife of Earl Dudley Lord Lieutenant of Ireland is recovering from a recent appendix operation. The procedure was performed just in time to avert a possible fatal outcome.
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Lady Dudley
Earl Dudley
Ireland
Federal court reverses in Adams Express liquor case
Keokuk Iowa December 23 Judge Mc Pherson rules Adams Express company acted only as agent for liquor vendors not as a liquor dealer and thus not liable for the special tax. The ruling overturns Iowa Supreme Court precedent and states liquor packages were sent from Dallas Illinois to Birmingham Iowa with C O D terms.
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Keokuk
McPherson
Federal
United States
Adams Express Company
Express Company
Express
Supreme Court of Iowa
Dallas
Birmingham
Greene Named New York Police Commissioner
Gen Francis Vinton Greene was appointed police commissioner succeeding Col Partridge whose resignation takes effect January 1 Partridge moved to fill vacancies in ranks below inspector sending for eligible lists to civil service for two captains fifty sergeants twenty two roundsmen and eighty patrolmen likely the largest list request ever and appointments to follow soon.
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New York
Francis Vinton Greene
Col. Partridge
Partridge
Civil Service Commission
Robbed the Mails Convicted Letter Carrier in Court
Ernest Brom berger, a New York letter carrier, was convicted in the United States circuit court of stealing letters to the Redemptorist Fathers of the city. The letters contained money for prayers for the repose of the dead, sent by missionaries nationwide. Hundreds of such letters are believed stolen. bromberger was remanded for sentence.
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New York
Ernest Bromberger
United States Circuit Court
Redemptorist Fathers
Buffalo Bill Hosts British and American Press at Olympia Hall
Colonel Cody entertained about 100 guests at Olympia hall in London. H. Clay Evans the United States consul general spoke to the toast to President Roosevelt and William J. Bull replied to King Edward. Both remarks drew enthusiastic applause.
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London
Colonel Cody
Buffalo Bill
Olympia Hall
H. Clay Evans
United States
Roosevelt
William J. Bull
King Edward
Dewey Welcomed by Populace of San Juan
Admiral Dewey arrived aboard the Mayflower in San Juan Puerto Rico where thousands gathered at the waterfront. Flags fluttered from city buildings as forts fired a salute and Dewey was escorted to the palace for a reception attended by officers and officials.
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San Juan
P. R
Admiral Dewey
Hunt
Elizabeth
Accused Murderer George Willing Dies in Hospital
George J. Willing, charged with the murder of Mrs. Elizabeth Morton on October 18, died at Emergency hospital in Buffalo this afternoon from self-inflicted injuries. The death had been anticipated for weeks as he awaited trial.
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Buffalo
N. Y
George J. Willing
Elizabeth Morton
New Evidence About Ambassador Clayton Ownership Emerges
Senator Penrose of Pennsylvania sent affidavits to President Roosevelt alleging Ambassador Clayton owns shares in Carmen Mining Company, a Philadelphia firm operating in Mexico. The White House previously forwarded related charges to the state department. No decision yet on reopening the case.
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Washington
Senator Penrose
Pennsylvania
Roosevelt
Ambassador Clayton
United States
Mexico
Carmen Mining Company
Philadelphia
White House
State Department
Morgan and Moody successor awarded Doctor of Divinity
Chicago officials announce Rev G Campbell Morgan of London and D L Moody’s Northfield successor is to receive the Doctor of Divinity degree. The diploma will be sent to Dr Morgan as a Christmas gift for his new status at City Temple London.
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Chicago
Chicago Theological Seminary
G. Campbell Morgan
London
D. L. Moody
Northfield
Parker
City Temple
Morgan
Nord Takes the Oath as Haitian President
General Nord, newly elected president of Haiti, took the oath to support the constitution in Port au Prince. He then attended Te Deum at the cathedral, receiving enthusiastic acclamations from the public as tranquility reigned across the republic.
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Port Au Prince
General Nord
Republic
Greek Steamer Parthenon Reported Lost Near Novorossisk
The Greek steamer Parthenon with 22 crew and six passengers is reported wrecked. She was last heard from at Novorossisk on November 28 after departing Taganrog.
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Constantinople
Parthenon
Novorossisk
Taganrog
Pain Balm Promises Quick Relief for Back and Chest Pains
A flannel bound with Chamberlain's Pain Balm serves as a superior liniment for deep seated muscular and rheumatic pains. Marketed as an effective remedy, it is available through all druggists for relief of lame backs and pains in the side or chest.
Costa Ricans Deny Knowledge of Lottery
Washington reports that Costa Rica denies any lottery named Loteria de La Beneficencia Publica de Carrillo exists in the country. The Costa Rican legation in Washington says the consul in New Orleans informed authorities and warned the public about circulars claiming the lottery.
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Washington
Costa Rica
New Orleans
Loteria de la Beneficencia Publica de
Died in Tombs Before Indictment Dismissal
James R. Brown, jailed on an illegal voting charge, died of heart disease in the Tombs prison while being taken to court for an indictment dismissal. Justice Newburger later quashed the indictment, citing Brown’s sudden illness.
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New York
James R. Brown
Tombs
Brown
Humbert’s Mistress Held In Buenos Aires Arrival
Mme Balenza, alleged mistress of Romain D Aurignay linked to the Humbert family arrest in Madrid last Saturday, was detained on arrival from France in Buenos Aires. Authorities seized part of her baggage.
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Buenos Ayres
Mme. Balenza
Romain D'Aurignay
Humbert
Madrid
France
Death of Nathaniel Whipple in San Francisco
Nathaniel Whipple son of Col. Whipple United States Army and chief paymaster in the Philippines shot himself in San Francisco on December 23. His death is believed caused by despondency from long illness.
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San Francisco
Nathaniel Whipple
Col. Whipple
Philippines
Glencoe steamer resumes weekly winter service to Newfoundland
Reid Newfoundland line resumes regular winter schedule starting Tuesday December 30 between Plant wharf Halifax and St Johns. The weekly service connects with the Halifax Boston steamship, offering the direct route with the fewest changes and lowest fares between Boston and Newfoundland.
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Glencoe
Reid Newfoundland Line
Plant Wharf
Halifax
St. Johns
Boston
Newfoundland
Eastman perfume bundles boost sales at Howard's Drug Store
The Merry Xmas package of Eastman's perfumes sells fast at 25c for three bottles, with Kindergarten and Little Perfumer close behind at 10c and 25c. Larger Eastman sets at 25c, 50c and $1.00 surpass rivals in appearance and quality, while a range from Roger & Gallet, Colgate, Wright's and Lazell's is carried. Warranted atomizers from 19c to $3.00. Howard's Drug Store, 197 Central Street.
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Eastman
Lowell
Roger & Gallet’s
Colgate’s
Wright's
Lazell’s
Howard's Drug Store
Central Street
Dickson's Tea Store Ad at 68 Merrimack Street
An advertisement lists items for sale including tea coffee baking powder Morris chairs couches oak and willow rockers lamps and rugs from Dickson's Tea Store located at 68 Merrimack Street.
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Dickson's Tea Store
Merrimack Street
Santa Claus Chimney Visit Joke
A playful exchange asks why Santa enters by the chimney. The answer suggests a joke on a janitor preventing upstairs access, delivering a light humor about Santa’s route.
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Tommy
Pop
Santa Claus
Initiation details of Lost Mysteries at Point Loma
Dr J A Anderson testified at the Tingley-Times trial about the Society of Lost Mysteries of Antiquity at Point Loma California. He described harsh initiation rites including dog stories, symbolic fruit, and severe food deprivation of babies and toddlers. He said the group had broken with theosophy and formed a seceded movement under Mrs Tingley.
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Society of the Lost Mysteries of Antiquity
Point Loma
San Diego
Cal
Tingley-Times
J. A. Anderson
San Francisco
Tingley
Anderson
Society of Lost Mysteries
Theosophical Society
The
Universal Brotherhood
First Presbyterian Men Elect Officers at Postponed Meeting
The First Presbyterian Church Men’s League held a postponed meeting in the vestry and elected President D A Meladgen Vice President Joseph Kerr Secretary John Holmes and Treasurer John Chalmers for the coming year. Mr Owens read a paper Reminiscences of Slavery which drew strong interest and spirited discussion. The January gathering will be a ladies night with refreshments entertainment and officer induction.
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Men's League of the
First Presbyterian Church
D. A. Mel*adgen
Joseph Kerr
John Holmes
John Chalmers
Owens
Genial Fred Emerson Receives Snake Ring Tribute
Frederic B Emerson the Opera house treasurer was presented with a diamond and pearl snake ring by the house attaches last evening. David Petrie spoke for the crowd, noting the esteem and regard for Emerson, who expressed surprise and pleasure at the gesture. Emerson is highly popular with the company’s employer, and the presentation marked their appreciation.
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Frederic’. B. Emerson
Opera House
Emerson
David Petrie
Mr. Emerson
Surprise portrait given to railroad official
P F Sullivan general superintendent of the Boston and Northern railroad received a life size likeness from former street car workers he led in Lowell. William Mahoney delivered the presentation speech and Thomas Sayers organized the surprise at Sullivan home on Waverly avenue. The gathering was a cheerful, friendly event for all attendees.
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P. F. Sullivan
Boston & Northern Railroad
Lowell
Waverly Avenue
William Mahoney
Thomas Sayers
Merrimack Square
Fresh Roasted Coffee and Men’s Neckwear Deals
Fresh roasted coffee supplied daily with free samples from O'Brien Bros Tea Dealers and Coffee Roasters at 227 Central. Also new neckwear for men from H. L. Batley & Co at 69 Merrimack Street, priced 25c to $1.50.
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O'Brien Bros
Central Street
H. L. Batley & Co
Merrimack Street
Hood's Lotion Purifies Skin Delicately Fragrant Luxury Item
No violet is better than Hood's Lotion for keeping the skin smooth soft and healthy. This perfectly stainless preparation is a luxury within reach of all. Large bottles 35c.
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Hood
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Mass
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Rose Soares
Medina
New England
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John St
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Lowell, Mass
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First Presbyterian Men's League
Fred Emerson
Boston and
Northern Engineer
Happy
Malta-Vita
Malta-Vita Pure Food CO
Battle Creek
Mich
Toronto
Canada
Greenwood Bros. Centrarse
Greenwood Bros
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Limage
FLEXO
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Canvas
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