Middlesex County Newspaper Abstracts

The American Citizen [Lowell], 13 April 1883

Dr. Irish, assisted by Drs. Perkins and Huntress, amputated the arm of Mrs. William Goodale, who resides at No. 5 Clarke Street, on Thursday last.
Died at the Age of 105
William Burke died at his residence, 136 Broadway, Friday evening, at the remarkable age of 105. Mr. Burke was born in county Galway, Ireland, of stock that was celebrated for its longevity. He married late in life and for many years was in charge of a landed property in Ornmore, near the city of Galway. Several of his sons came to this country, and the old gentleman when nearly 90 years of age concluded to follow them and experience the privileges of the new world. He purchased a farm on the Lawrence Road, where he remained until a short time ago, when he left it in charge of a daughter and her husband and came to Lowell. He retained his faculties to the last, and could see and hear as well as men who were forty years younger. He did the chores around the house and was active until three days ago, when he suddenly became very ill. He leaves four sons and two daughters, the youngest of whom is 20 years of age. Deceased was a man of irreproachable character, and possessed the respect of a large circle of friends.
Marriage Intentions
For the week ending April 6.
Frank Peltier to Caroline Prue
Elias Bibeau to Armina Roberts
Wm. B. Ferguson to Annie Reeves
John Thellen to Delia C. Chambeau
Edward T. Abbott to Margaret D. Cushing
Dennis Sheehan to Lizzie Melaney
Michael Tarpy to Kate Raddy
James Mooney to Julia Ann Callahan
Wm. W. Evans to Mary B. Ward
Charles Usher to Elizabeth Nearing
John Murray to Annie McManus
Hector Sutherland to Maggie Fraser
Henry McCafferty to Kate Earle
Benjamin Mortimer to Ann Elizabeth McDermott
Adolphe Rondeau to Josephine Racette
John Davison to Mary Rollston
Police Court
Before Judge Crosby; Michael Ward, escaping from the workhouse, three months in the house of correction; Peter McCanley, breaking glass, three months in the house of correction; Wm. Hannahan, larceny, continued; John F. Foss, Edward Foster, Ann Farrington, James McCormack, Matilda Downey, Jas. Drury, Peter McCauley, Patrick Foley, Frances E. Connelly and James Driscoll, drunkenness, $1 and costs.
A Hard Character
John Sheehy is chronically bad. His wickedness is deed and has been rubbed in beyond hope of eradication. He is meanly bad. He abuses and robs his mother, and would rather steal five cents than earn $1200 a year in an honest position. He is well posted on the treatment and discipline of the corrective institution at Cambridge, and it is only recently that the wicket gate closed him out on the liberty side. He came home and abused and annoyed his mother, and last Monday concluded to go on a bender. He had no money, and, being without religious scruples, he stole his mother's "Lives of the Saints," valued at $4, and sold the book for 35 cents. With that amount he secured "budge" enough to make him ugly, and his mother making complaint at the station house he was hauled in and booked for a second offense of drunkenness. The matter of the theft was placed in the care of Inspector Morse, and he soon succeeded in recovering the treasured volume. Sheehy was sent back to his old quarters for six months.
Death of Dr. Benjamin F. Simpson
Dr. Benjamin F. Simpson, an old resident of Lowell, died at his residence, No. 69 Third Street, this morning, aged 83 years. The deceased was in good health until last Friday, when he was seized with illness, which induced a stoppage of the alimentary canal and caused death as above stated. Dr. Simpson was born in Windham, N. H., and graduated in medicine from Dartmouth college when 25 years of age. He practiced his profession in Plymouth N. H., Chester, N. H., and was located in his native place for 12 years. He came to Lowell about 45 years ago and acquired considerable wealth in his practice, which in later years was increased by extensive investments in real estate. He was a member of the Old Residents' association, but was connected with no other society. He was not prominent in politics and his time was chiefly devoted to the furtherance of private interests. He leaves a wife and two sons. The funeral will take place Saturday morning at 10 o'clock and his remains will be interred at Windham, N. H.
Christopher McSorley died this morning at his late residence, No 66 Fayette Street, at the age of 34 years and 10 months. Deceased was taken to his bed nine days ago from an attack of Pneumonia, which caused his death. He was a member of the Knights of St. Joseph of Baltimore, in which city he had resided for about six years, and was also at one time a member of the A. O. H. in this city. His funeral will take place on Thursday afternoon next. He leaves a widow and three small children, and many warm friends will mourn his loss.
Parker — Butcher
The Brilliant Wedding on Broadway Last Evening
The most elegant social episode of the season, as well as the most brilliant wedding that has taken place in this city for a long time, was the marriage of Percy Parker and Annie Gertrude Butcher at the residence of Robert H. Butcher, on Broadway, last evening. The bridegroom is the only son of Col. J. M. G. Parker, is a recent graduate of the US military academy at West Point, and one of the most prominent young men in Lowell society. The bride is the only daughter of Robert H. Butcher, treasurer of the American Bolt Company, who is widely known in business circles as an enterprising and successful man.

The spacious mansion, newly rebuilt and refurnished in every part, was charmingly adapted for the purposes of the occasion, and amply accommodated the two hundred guests that assembled. At the northern end of the elegant drawing room, the scene of the ceremony, was an arch of flowers reaching to the ceiling and suspending a marriage bell of white carnations, with tongue of violets. Beneath the arch was a floral altar of original and beautiful design. Beautiful flowers and foliage adorned the several rooms, and lent freshness and fragrance to the atmosphere. The Germania orchestra of Boston furnished music throughout the evening, adding much to the effect of the brilliant scene.

The wedding party entered the drawing room at quarter - past 7, being preceded by ushers who parted with broad white ribbons a way for those who should follow. The groom was already in waiting at the altar rail, together with his best man, having entered at the door nearest that point. With the opening strains of the Wedding March, the bridesmaids entered at the further door, immediately succeeded by the groomsmen. Then followed the bride upon the arm of her father, and the ushers brought up the rear. The bride was met by the groom in front of the altar, and the ceremony was then impressively performed by the Rev. Josiah L. Seward, pastor of the Unitarian church. The repetitions and responses were very distinct and audible, and the entire ceremony was interesting in the extreme.

The bride was attired in cream satin, with court train, trimmed with Duchesse lace, and was very charming in appearance. The bridesmaids were Misses Amy Baker, Alice Eastman, Mary Burrows and Carrie Livingston. They were dressed in white China silk, and each bore beautiful roses. The best man was Lieutenant H. M. Johnston, a classmate of the groom at West Point, and now of the cavalry, stationed at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. He was in dress uniform. The groomsmen were Messrs. F. W. Stickney, Joseph A. Nesmith, George R. Richardson, and Walter H. Butcher, the latter brother of the bride. The ushers were Messrs. Walter U. Lawson, Harry Hastings of Medford, Geo. S. Motley, Charles H. Hooke, and T. E. Parker, jr.; Mr. Lawson acting as master of ceremonies.

Subsequent to the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Percy Parker received the congratulations of their friends, in front of the altar. After presenting themselves, the guests entered the dining room, where Weber of Boston, spread a very elegant supper. After refreshment, the guests inspected the wedding presents, of which there was a profuse and elegant display. Prominent among them were the gifts of Col. Parker - an envelope containing $5000, a costly gold watch and chain, and a handsome pearl ring. Mrs. Parker gave two massive bronze ewers, which were greatly admired. The gift of Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Butcher was a chamber set of mahogany, very elaborately and tastefully carved, from Welch's. Perhaps most attention was attracted to the bedspread of quilted light blue satin, with pillow - shams to match, the gift of the bridegroom. The embroidery was of a very dark red, representing a vase overflowing with plants and flowers, exquisitely done, and all expressly made for the occasion in Japan. Each piece of the set bore the monogram "A. G. H."

Mrs. John Currier gave a very large case of silverware. A magnificent piece of lace from Mr. Joseph A. Nesmith was much admired by the ladies. There were many other elegant and costly articles which it would be impossible to enumerate or describe. Gov. Butler was among the guests. He arrived when the ceremony had already just begun, and retired soon after offering his congratulations to the newly-wedded pair.

The bridal party left en route to New York at half-past nine, amid a generous shower of rice and a hail of superannuated shoes. Returning from their tour, they will reside in the sumptuous home which was the scene of their wedding.
Death of James Enwright.
The many friends of this estimable young man will regret to hear of his death which occurred at the residence of his mother, No. 45 Summer Street, Wednesday forenoon. Deceased was attacked with chills about a week ago, and typhoid fever ensued with the fatal result. He was a plumber by trade, and was for many years in the employ of T. R. Garity & Co. He recently, in conjunction with Mr. Farrell, started in business for himself, and the future was full of bright promise. Mr. Enwright was 28 years of age, and was prominent in all the charitable works which are carried on under Catholic auspices. He was a member of the committee of St. Peter's orphan asylum, the committee of St. John's hospital and the Young Men's Catholic Library association. He was a young man of kindly disposition and excellent character, who knew few enemies and many friends. The funeral will occur at his late residence, Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Death of Dr. Daniel Holt
Dr. Daniel Holt, an old and respected citizen of Lowell, died at his residence, No. 4 Park Street, Wednesday evening, of paralysis. He had been in feeble health for some time past, but was only confined to bed for a week previous to his demise. Dr. Holt was born in Hampton, Ct., and was 72 years of age. He came to Lowell in 1845, and after practicing the allopathic system for a number of years he adopted the homeopathic system and soon secured a large and remunerative practice. He retired from active duty about eight years ago and was succeeded by his son, D. E. B. Holt. He was a member of the Massachusetts Medical society and had been president of the Massachusetts Homeopathic society. He leaves a widow and two sons. The funeral will take place Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from No. 4 Park Street.
Funeral of Deacon Joseph A. Brabrook
The funeral of Deacon Joseph A. Brabrook took place from the First Baptist church Thursday afternoon. There was a large congregation present, among whom were many old residents who had been lifelong friends of the deceased. The pulpit, fountain and communion table were decorated with flowers, most of them being lilies, and white smilax was twined around the pulpit lamps, and being pendant from the fountain. The remains were enclosed in a cloth-covered casket, which was deposited in the chancel. Around it were placed the floral tributes of friends, and they were numerous. Among them was a large anchor from the immediate members of the family; a pillow from George Brabrook's family; a crown from the employes in the Market Street store; a cross of autumn leaves from the Sunday school; a sheaf of wheat and basket of flowers from the standing committee and a basket of flowers from Mrs. Colwell. The services consisted of prayer and singing, and a eulogy by the Rev. Dr. Colwell, who spoke very feelingly of the deceased. He spoke of his personal attractions, his kindness, his charity, his singleness of heart and his Christian spirit, and drew from these characteristics words of consolation and hope. A quartet consisting of Miss Minnie Chapman, Mrs. F. P. Moody and Messrs. Thomas and Swan, sung appropriate music, and Messrs. E. F. Spalding and Charles Stevens officiated as ushers. At the conclusion of the services the casket was borne to the vestibule by Deacons Edwards, Cheney, Bates and Tinker, where the lid was removed and the congregation were permitted to take a last look at him who for more than half a century had been an active and conscientious friend of the church. The burial took place in the Lowell cemetery where there were prayers and singing.

Among those present were Alfred and George Brabrook of Taunton, brothers of the deceased and members of the jewelry firm of Reed & Barton; Joseph F. Brabrook and his son Arthur, of Chicago, son and grandson of the deceased, and Mr. Breen of Lynn, a nephew.

Sudden Death
Mrs. Mary P. Varnum, widow of William P. Varnum, was found dead in bed this morning at her residence, 208 Moody Street. She was in feeble health, but her death was not anticipated. Her age was 70 years, and she leaves a son, William P. Varnum, of Dracut, and a daughter, the wife of Lieut. Eaton, now stationed at Annapolis.
A fashionable wedding was celebrated yesterday in Trinity church, Newport [RI]. The contracting parties were Miss Ellen Bacon Sargent, daughter of the late Mr. Lucius M. Sargent, jr., of Boston, and Mr. Nathan Matthews, jr., son of Mr. Edward Matthews of Boston.

Submitted by Richard Leach

The Arlington Advocate, 20 April 1883

POLICE COURT
Last week Mr. Moore had a lot of horse radish stolen from his market wagon. He was able to trace it and finally to capture the young thieves, who proved to be three boys named James and Martin Green and William Ahern. In the police court at Cambridge they were fined five dollars each, the costs being divided between them.

Submitted by dja

The American Citizen [Lowell], 20 April 1883

MARRIAGE INTENTIONS
For the week ending April 13
Louis Francois Xavier Trepanier to Malvina Lapierre
Bernard Dolan to Sarah Lamb
Percy Parker to Annie Gertrude Butcher
Judson C. Ide, Linden, Vt., to Nellie J. Weeks
Loren F. Norton, Falmouth, Me., to Alice A. Waite
Timothy Mackey to Margaret Gillis
Francois A. Gagnon to Mary A. Hamilton
Alphonse Gougeon to Ida Archambault
John T. Brady to Margaret McGee
James Thornton to Ann D. Riley
John G. Donovan, hired a team at Morse's stable Friday afternoon and after repeated calls at various grog shops, he became reckless and drove around town in a wild manner. Officer Hadley remonstrated to no effect and so hauled him from the buggy and after a desperate tussle in which Donovan fell and cut his head, he was landed in the station house.
Lowell & Watertown
Mr. Harvey B. Chase, formerly of this city (Lowell), died at Watertown, where he had resided six years or more, on Friday, at the age of 43 years, 1 month and 22 days. The funeral will occur at Watertown at noon of Monday, and prayers will be said at the cemetery in this city at 4 o'clock. Mr. Chase leaves a widow and two children.
Officers McCaffery and Goodwin, found Mizeal Jodoin, doing an illegal traffic in liquor at his place, 25 Cheever Street. They found some bottles of beer in a pail of water and notified the proprietor to appear in court. Mizeal was fined $50 and costs for the same offense on the 29th of March.
Funerals
The funeral of Dr. Daniel Holt took place from his late residence, No. 4 Park Street, Saturday afternoon. The services were conducted by the Rev. H. T. Rose, and appropriate selections were rendered by a quartet consisting of J. A. Baker, J. B. Russell, T. F. Molloy and C. W. Drew. George Stevens had general charge of the funeral, and the bearers were Samuel Kidder, John Tripp, Dr. F. A. Warren, Dr. George C. Osgood, Dr. C. H. Farnsworth and Dr. I. T. Talbot. The interment occurred in the Lowell Cemetery.

The funeral of Dr. Benjamin Simpson took place from his late residence, in Third Street, Centralville Saturday forenoon. There were brief services at the house, conducted by the Rev. J. L. Seward, and L. R. J. Varnum had general charge. The remains were interred in the family lot at Windham, NH. The funeral of Christia Benson, the young Swede who died at St. John's Hospital, occurred Sunday. Services were held in the chapel at the Edson cemetery by the Rev. Mr. Morlin, and there was singing of appropriate Swedish hymns by a chorus of male voices.

Stabbing Affair
Saturday noon John Gleason met Joseph Rivers at the corner of Market and Suffolk streets and asked him for a chew of tobacco. Rivers refused and used some strong language in the refusal. Gleason not to be out done in politeness replied in similar terms and Rivers becoming incensed drew a knife and struck Gleason on the head, cutting through his hat to the scalp and drawing the weapon down the side of his face, inflicting a gash about five inches long. The right eye narrowly escaped destruction. Gleason was taken to Dr. Foss' office where his wound was dressed and Rivers was locked up by officer George Dunlavey.
Arrest of a bad Character in Boston
The Sunday Herald had the following item concerning a Lowell scamp: Officer Leggett, inspector of pawn shops, yesterday arrested Michael J. Stanton, 18 years old, who has been associating with thieves at the West End of late. Officer Leggett found that Stanton on Friday pawned a gold Jergensen watch, worth $300, at a shop at the North End, and meeting Stanton yesterday afternoon at the Alhambra coffee rooms on Green Street, asked him where the watch came from. Stanton claimed that he came from Lowell but a few days ago, and on Thursday night a man met him on the street and made a present of the watch to him. The officer declining to credit his story, Stanton confessed that he and two other fellows had garroted and robbed a man of the watch Thursday night. Subsequent inquiry confirmed this confession, and Stanton was taken into custody and locked up at the 3d station. The watch, which is of the finest workmanship, and which has been recovered, bears the inscription, "Presented to Rev. Joseph Joyce by his friends, 1880." The officers are now anxious to find the owner. Stanton refused to give any information as to the identity of his confederates in the crime.

The police readily recognize Stanton as Michael J. Stankard of this city, a brother of Martin Stankard, who is serving a term in prison for burglary committed on Meadowcroft Street.

A Flattering Appointment
The trustees of Harvard college have decided to add a department of veterinary surgery and medicine to that institution, and also to open a hospital for the treatment of animals in the city of Boston. The latter building is now in course of erection at the corner of Village and Lucas streets, and it will be furnished on the most approved plan for the care and treatment of animals and the convenience of the students attending. Connected with the hospital will be a farm at 500 acres in West Roxbury, on which are suitable buildings. To this retreat all convalescent animals will be sent, and such as are beyond the necessity of continual attendance. The plan meets with the greatest approval, as there is at present no institution of the kind in Boston. The department will be under the direction of C. P. Lyman, M. R. C. V. S., one of the most celebrated veterinary surgeons in the country. He will be fortunate in having the assistance of Dr. R. H. Harrison, a young and most successful practitioner of this city. President Eliot of the University, after the most careful inquiry as to his qualifications, tendered Dr. Harrison the positions of lecturer on anatomy, assistant professor in veterinary surgery and medicine and assistant surgeon of the hospital. The inducements were, aside from the distinctive honor conferred in the offer, such as to merit an immediate acceptance and the doctor will enter upon his new duties about the 18th of June, at which time the hospital will be ready for occupancy.

Dr. Harrison is the son of Bertram Harrison, writing master of the public schools in this city. He studied for his profession at the College of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery in New York, from which he graduated with the highest honors, carrying off a majority of the prizes offered on that occasion. Since his settlement in Lowell he has met with a ready appreciation and has built up a practice of flattering and very profitable proportions. His reputation has also extended beyond the city limits and he numbers among his patrons horse owners and farmers in all the surrounding towns and villages. His appointment is a most deserved recognition of his talents and a merited compliment to his ability. He is to be congratulated upon the change and should it prove uncongenial he may rely upon a hearty welcome back to his present successful experience.

A Bit of Romance
About 33 years ago George Toy took to himself a wife in this city, and shortly after marriage deserted her, and went to parts unknown. In due course of time Mrs. Toy gave birth to a girl as the fruit of their union, and the mother was left alone to toil for her support. The long, lonesome years rolled by one after another but brought no tidings of her unfaithful partner. When the last ray of hope had been blighted, she found her affinity in the person of another man, whom she married, and after a time (we know not how long) the fates caused another separation, either by death or otherwise. Later on in her career of varied experiences, she found a third man who dared to embark with her upon the sea of matrimony. Two years ago he succumbed to the "King of Terrors," and she again became a widow. Seven or eight months ago, in consequence of illness and destitution, she was compelled to accept the hospitality afforded to paupers at the city farm. The daughter above alluded to was married a few years ago and now lives in this city, but has never been in circumstances such as would enable her to render much assistance to her mother. One day last week a man on whose face the finger of time has traced the furrows of age, and whose hair is liberally sprinkled with gray, appeared at the city farm and called for the woman. She appeared in answer to the call, and although she too had changed with the lapse of years, Mr. Toy recognized in her the one whom he vowed to love 33 years ago. After a few moments had been passed in relating the experiences of former years, he again proffered his hand which she accepted, and that evening the broken chain was united by a clergyman, the newly married couple visited their daughter and will make their home in Philadelphia. During the absence of Mr. Toy he made a tour of the various states and territories of the far West, and returned in good financial circumstances, and his first love formed into a more brilliant flame of devotion.
A BIG HAUL
What the Police Found in a Shop Lifter's Room
One Thousand Dollars Worth of Stolen Goods
How Mary Kershaw Plied Her Profession
Creditable Work of the Police
On the evening of the 10th inst., Mary Kershaw was arrested by Capt. Howard for the larceny of a skirt from the store of Oswald & Aldred. She was taken before Judge Crosby on the following morning, but protested her innocence with a very great show of indignation. Marshal McDonald had his suspicions regarding her and questioned her very closely. He finally concluded that she was a professional thief and so impressed the court with his suspicions that his request for a heavy sentence was granted, and she was sent to the house of correction for six months. Mary did not relish the sentence and expressed herself in language not over choice, quite freely to the officers. The marshal was not satisfied that the theft of the shawl was the only offense she had committed, and so he instructed the inspectors to endeavor to discover her haunt. This morning Inspector Morse obtained the much to be desired information. He had succeeded in tracing the woman to No. 6 John Street, and found that she had occupied a room in that building. The marshal, procuring a search warrant, took Deputy Wood and Inspectors Hayes and Morse with him, forced an entrance to the room, which proved a veritable storehouse of stolen goods. All the forenoon the officers labored, packing trunks and boxes with articles of every conceivable design and material. When they completed their task, they loaded a wagon with the spoils and took them to the station house, where they were arranged on tables for the inspection of those persons who may have missed goods from their stores. The seizure represents in round figures $1000, and is the greatest transaction of the kind that ever occurred in this city.
Following is a list of some of the articles recovered:
     1 box celluloid rings
     1 plush picture frame
     2 silk umbrellas
     5 parasols
     7 hats and bonnets
     3 gilt easels
     1 brass easel
     1 doz. breast pins
     4 pairs kid gloves
     1 ulster
     1 dolman
     5 skirts, cotton and woolen
     1 dress
     2 wrappers
     1 silk dress
     1 waterproof
     1 doz. aprons
     5 pairs corsets
     1/2 doz. towels
     275 yards calico
     30 pairs of woolen and cotton stockings
     50 yards dress flannel
     1 silk dolman
     50 yards veiling
     1/2 doz. fine night gowns
     3 shawls
     1 fur collar
     100 yards of dress goods
     30 yards silk
     4 Russia-leather shopping bags
     1 large album
     4 pairs boots
     1 pair overshoes
     2 mirrors
     50 yards silk and satin ribbon
Silk handkerchiefs, cutlery, glass ware, silver spoons, ear-rings, bracelets, photographs, fancy cards, leather pocket books, rolls of gimp, needle cases, dinner pails, 'boss' coffee pots, China pitchers, glass decanters, perfumery, spools of silk, cotton thread, framed pictures, porcelain vases, elegant dessert plates, lines collars and cuffs, hair switches, China ornaments, hair-pins, Japanese cabinets, rolls of lace, fichus, neckties, tin dippers, wine glasses, egg cups, tumblers, card holders, jelly dishes, table spoons, and an infinity of articles too numerous to mention.
The thief was careful to remove the tickets bearing the private marks from every article stolen, so that their identification will be very difficult. Mr. Aldred, of the firm Oswald & Aldred identified a hat as being his property, and no doubt the other dealers will be able to recognize goods that have been missed from the counters. Among the articles found were two professional shop lifter's bags, made of English goods. A number of letters from Blackpool, England addressed to Mary Fenton, were found and there were other letters from Rockdale, England. Fenton is Mrs. Kershaw's maiden name but she has not been living with her husband in this city. She is undoubtedly a professional English thief and her capture and the subsequent developments reflect much credit on the police. She will probably be brought up on a capias and taken before the grand jury at the next term. A number of tickets have been recognized as having been attached to goods taken from H. J. Ryerson, Stuart & Reid, H. C. Church & Son, and Oswald & Aldred. An inspection and identification of the goods is invited.
While going up stairs in Barristers' hall yesterday afternoon, Margaret Reynolds slipped and fell to the bottom, sustaining injuries which made her unconscious for a time.
Death of J. Astor Broad
Mr. J. Astor Broad, whose death occurred last week in Berlin, Germany, was a native of Natick and about 40 years of age. He was at one time organist of the Mount Vernon and Park Street churches Boston, and later for many years a prominent organist and teacher of music in Worcester. Mr. Broad was the composer of "Red Riding hood" and other popular operettas and many fugitive pieces, and besides was a natural artist of the most refined taste. He leaves a brother and sister in Worcester and two sisters in Lowell.
Josephine A., daughter of the late Geo. F. Witherell, died at the residence of her mother, No. 407 Merrimack Street, Monday, aged 19 years.
Mary F., wife of Charles W. Drake and daughter of Elijah Mixer, died at her residence, No 35 Oak Street, this morning, ages 33 years.
Harvey N. Follansbee, the defaulting treasurer of the Police Relief association, entered a plea of guilty in court Tuesday; he will be sentenced today.
A Mysterious Disappearance
A thorough investigation of the disappearance of Mr. Fred B. Batchelder, treasurer of the Batchelder Machine Company, shows it to be one of the most inexplicable of recent mysteries. Mr. Batchelder left Boston on the 7 pm train, Monday, the 9th inst., for Montreal. The next day he transacted important business for his company with the firm of J. H. Mooney & Co., dined at the Albion house, bought his return ticket and sleeping—car berth and went on board the train at 6 o'clock, half an hour before the hour for starting. Finding he had some spare time, he left his satchel in the seat and went out into the depot. Nothing has since been seen or heard of him. Detective Hersey, assisted by Mr. Mooney, and the whole detective force, made a thorough search of the city of Montreal without success.
Mrs. Ann Dunlavy, widow of John Dunlavy, died at her residence, No. 65 Church Street, Sunday morning after a long illness. She was a native of Ireland and came to this city 43 years ago. She leaves three sons, James F., the policeman, and Thomas and Owen, employed on the Boston & Maine railroad. The funeral will take place from St. Patrick's church at 10 a. m. Thursday.
Willimantic, CT
Charles W. Bell hired a team at Nichols' stable in Willimantic, Ct., April 5, and disappeared. He traded horses three times on his way to East Hampton, where he was captured Saturday.
From Grave to Gay
(from Boston Herald)
Three years ago when Miss Mary Griffith was living in Cincinnati, she fell down a flight of stairs and received injuries which were considered fatal. Several physicians called to see her and pronounced her case hopeless. She afterwards grew much worse, fell into a comatose state, and as it was thought died. The body was prepared for burial, and lay for two days in a casket. On the day appointed for the funeral, when the carriages and hearse were at the door, just as the coffin was being closed, it was noticed that the life like appearance of the supposed corpse became more pronounced, and there were slight signs of returning vitality. A physician was called and after an hour or so Miss Griffith returned to consciousness. Last Thursday evening she was married.
While at work in the hosiery department of the Lawrence corporation, Thursday, Mrs. Josephine Raiche fell to the floor in a fit, and had to be taken to her home. Drs. Chadbourne and Pinkham attended her.

Submitted by Richard Leach

The Arlington Advocate, 27 April 1883

POLICE COURT
It was Thomas Green and not James, who got into trouble last week for stealing horse radish. James enjoys a good reputation. The confusion of names was accidental.

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1883 Newspaper Abstracts
Middlesex County Massachusetts

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