Mention of Aherns
in Newspaper Stories
1900-1910

CLEVER MINSTREL SHOW It is given by young men of St. Joseph's Parish, Roxbury    St. John's lyceum, an organization of young men of St. Joseph's parish, Roxbury, gave a minstrel and variety performance last evening in St. Joseph's hall, Hulbert st., that was fully the equal of any performance of its kind seen in the Roxbury district for a long time. The boys acquitted themselves admirably.    Michael F. Ahern was interlocutor of the minstrel front, Martin Fay, Frank Flynn and John Kelly, bones; James Fleming, George Pritchard and John Lally, tanbos. The following musical numbers were given: “I'd leave my happy home for you,” John J. Kelly; “Why did they sell Killarney?” William McLaughlin; “I guess I'll have to telegraph my baby,” George Pritchard; “What will the answer be?” Joseph Conroy; “Goodby, my baby,” Frank Flynn; “You can't forget the old love,” Master John D. Powell; “All I want is my black baby back,” James Fleming; “My Hannah Lady,” Martin Fay.    The second part of the program included cornet selections by William McLaughlin, baritone solos by William H. Powers, Irish melodies by Messrs. Fay and Ochs, and humorous sketches by Dom. F. Keegan. — The Boston Globe 4 January 1900

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HERE AND THERE J. J. Ahern, auditor for the Hamm Brewing company, of St. Paul, was in the city the first of the week looking after his company's interests here. — Taylor County Star & News 6 January 1900

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Saved Flag, But Lost His Life NEW BRUNSWICK, N. J., Jan. 19.—The effort to save a 50-cent signal flag cost the life of William O'Hearn, flagman at the Easton avenue crossing of the Pennsylvania Railroad. O'Hearn put down his gates for a freight train this morning before removing a flag he had placed on the track. As the train neared the crossing the flagman sprang on the track and jerked the flag staff from its socket. Before he could clear the rails, however, the engine was on him. His legs were broken and his skull crushed. He died soon afterward. O'Hern was 40 years old and had a wife and two children. — Philadelphia Inquirer 20 January 1900

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DRANK THEIR PLUNDER DRUNKEN THIEVES ARRESTED SACRAMENTO, Jan. 31.—This morning a freight car in a train standing on a siding at Davisville, was broken open and a quantity of stuff stolen, including wine, sardines, shoes, etc. Railroad Detective William Ahern was sent from this city, and he found footprints leading away from the car and in the direction of Sacramento. Following up the trail he came upon two men in the brush near the track with empty bottles lying by them, and some of the stolen articles scattered about. Both were in a stupor from the effects of the wine, and the officer handcuffed them before they awoke. He marched them back to Davisville, and recovered the plunder except what they had eaten and drank. They gave the names of William Jeffries and Joseph Hughes. — Los Angeles Times 1 February 1900

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Believed, However, That the Death of the Boys Found in the Edgecombe Avenue House Was Accidental. ———    Cornelius Ahearn, formerly the caretaker of the house at 108 Edgecombe avenue, where the bodies of the boys, Charles B. Beirne, 11 years of age, of 115 Edgecombe avenue, and Martin Loeffler, 9 yedars old, of 119 Edgecombe avenue, Manhattan, were found in a closet by plumbers yesterday afternoon, was arraigned before Magistrate Hogan in the Harlem police court this morning. A short affadavit was made, charging Ahearn with being a suspicious person, and Ahearn was remanded to the West One Hundred and Twenty-fifth street station in custody of Captain Martin to allow the police to make further investigation until to-morrow morning.    The two sons of the prisoner, Cornelius and Patrick Ahearn, who played with Beirne and Loeffler and the other boys in the neighborhood, it was learned this morning are with an aunt somewhere in Fort Lee. Captain Martin does not believe that there is anything of foul play about the deaths of the boys and thinks that they got into the closet purely by accident. The parents of the Bierne boy believe that the death of their son was purely accidental.    Mrs. William McGrath, who lives at 123 Edgecomebe avenue, said this morning that Ahearn treated his own sons very harshly. He was accustomed to beat them and neglect them. In the early part of September, Mrs. McGrath said, Ahearn turned his sons from the house at 2 o'clock in the morning. This aroused the indignation of the people in the neighborhood, who raised a subscription to send the boys to relatives in Fort Lee. Mrs. McGrath said that one of her sons accompanied the boys to the ferry.    In September the family living at 106 Edgecombe avenue complained that Ahearn was intoxicated most of the time and sat in a drunken state in the yard of the place. He was discharged and had not been seen since that time until his arrest last night.    On August 2, the day the boys disappeared, there was a heavy thunderstorm. It is the theory of the police that the boys became wet and were afraid to go home and went to the untenanted house. It is thought they removed their clothing and went in the large closet on the second floor, laid down and fell asleep. Then the wind slammed the door to, and the boys were imprisoned and died there. As Ahearn was most of the time intoxicated he was in no condition to hear knocks or noises made by them. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 14 February 1900

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FOUND HER CHILD DEAD IN THE MUD Mrs. Agnes Ahearn Finds Her Infant Dead in the Lagoon Near Her House. Tiburon, February 15—Suffocated and lying face downward in the black mud of the lagoon, Agnes Jane Ahearn, the fifteen-month-old baby of James Ahearn, a locomotive engineer, was found by her mother this afternoon. The child had wandered away from home and getting into the mud, was unable to get out. The mother picked the little one up in her arms and rushed to the office of a physician, but it was to late to save the child's life. Coroner Eden was notified, and, arriving here, summoned a jury and an investigation was held. The mother said the child was playing on the back porch of the house, up to which the waters of the lagoon dash at high tide. The little one was missed and the mother went about the town looking for her. The child was no where to be found, and the mother, walking into the back yard, was horrified at seeing her daughter lying face downward in the mud. The jury returned a verdict of accidental death. — San Francisco 16 February 1900

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LITTLE AGNES AHEARN DROWNED IN LAGOON. She Wandered From Her Home to the Mud Flats Before Her Mother Noticed Her Absence. Tiburon, February 15—Agnes Jane Ahern, the fifteen-month-old child of J. B. Ahearn, an engineer in the employ of the California Northwestern Railway, was accidentally drowned in the lagoon this morning. The Ahearns live in the rear of the Sonoma House, on the banks of the lagoon. About 10:30 o'clock this morning, while her mother was engaged about household duties, the child wandered away from home. Mrs. Ahearn did not notice the baby's absence for some time but when she gave the alarm a crowd at once joined her in searching for it. Nearly an hour later a man named Lewis discovered the child's body lying facedownward in the shallow waters of the lagoon. At low water the place is entirely dry, but the high tide had flooded the mud flats, and the child must have fallen in and been overwhelmed by the rising waters. Coroner Eden came over from San Rafael this afternoon and held an inquest upon the body, the verdict of the jury being accidental drowning. — San Francisco Chronicle 16 February 1900

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Suffocated in Mud. SAN RAFAEL, Feb. 15.—Agnes Jane Ahearn, the fifteen-months-old child of James Ahearn, a locomotive engineer, was suffocated in the mud of the Tiburon lagoon this afternoon. The child was left playing on the back porch of her home, and wandered into the soft mud while the tide was low. — Los Angeles Times 16 February 1900

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FROM QUEENSLAND TO NATAL    Dr. Joseph Ahearne, writing from the North Queensland Club, Townsville, Queensland, early in January, sends us this dramatic little sketch of a typical Australian volunteer :—I had arrived at the Imperial Hotel here to eat a last hurried meal with Major Tunbridge, who was to leave in an hour, ordered on special service for the front. Being somewhat ahead of the preparations, I stood on the verandah and was looking at an evening paper, when I heard, “Do you think, Sir, I'm fit to go?” Looking up, with a superficial glance, I saw a man apparently not deserving any of one's time or words at such a moment, so I loosely answered, “Oh, yes, certainly.” He had on a slouch hat, was clean shaved and wrinkled, wore spectacles, had been recently chewing tobacco ; his wollen shirt was open at the neck and wrists, though the sleeves were not rolled up, but flapped at their full length ; over his left hip was slung a new canvas ration bag. He was quite six feet high, straight, without a superfluous fleshy ounce upon him.    “Yes,” he continued, while I kept my eyes on the newspaper, “yes, Doctor, I would do for ambulance work anyhow. I can put on a bandage, I can. I was under two doctors. They were gentlemen ; all doctors are gentlemen. Do you think they'd take me?”    “I dare say ; they might be glad of you,” I said.    “If they don't I'll go myself.”    “Well,” I said, seeing now a chance of indicating that he had better go away, “the steamer leaves at eight.”    “No, it leaves at seven,” he replied.    “You'll have barely time, then, so go and get your ticket.”    “I've got it already,” he said, and putting his hand into the right side pocket of his moleskin trousers, he pulled out a doubled-up, soiled envelope.    “There,” said he, stretching toward me a hand and bared forearm. I took a yellow paper and another merely to humour him, and idly opened the yellow one, when I saw “£13 13s., passage to Natal, Aberdeen Line steamer Moravian.”    “Come and have a drink, old man,” and he came inside. Uncovered, he might be 60, with his bald head, but appearance is no guide to the age of these tough North Queensland nomads, for they never alter after 45.    “I have a pound or two,” he said “to keep me over until they find something for me to do. I can lay a gun yet, or put on a bandage with any one. That's the work would suit me now,” and the kind old face smoothed out as he spoke it. I discovered he had served years ago, in the Royal Marines Artillery, and on two ships had been servant to a surgeon. So I seized the opportunity, then and there, of redressing the mental injustice I had done him, and wrote hurried notes which he carries to some of my friends, not asking any favours, but merely to introduce Macdonald—that is his name—Irish or Scotch, I do not know. It's all the same—he's a true Britisher. — The Times 26 February 1900

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HAD FROZEN TO DEATH. Body of Matthew Ahearn of Bedford Discovered. Perished in the Storm of Feb. 17 in a Field on His Way Home. Left Boston and His Disappearance First Known 10 Days After.    LEXINGTON, March 8—The body of Matthew Ahearn, who has been missing since the night of Feb. 17, was found this afternoon on the Morton Reed farm, in North Lexington, about two miles from the center of the town, and about halfway between Lexington and the Columbia farm at Bedford, where Ahearn was employed as a laborer up to the time of his disappearance.    Ahearn left here for a visit to his brother, Patrick Ahearn, who boarded at 185 5th st., South Boston. He remained during the afternoon and evening with his relative, and the latter came with him to the north union station, where he boarded the 11.30 train for Lexington, which puts up there. To reach his place of work at Bedford Ahearn would have had to walk about four miles.    The night was cold and a blinding snowstorm was raging.    A week or 10 days later the South Boston brother came to Bedford to visit Matthew, and was surprised to learn that he had never reached the place after leaving Boston.    A thorough search was made at all the places along the line, and particularly in Lexington, by his brother, and the police in each town did all they could to locate the missing man.    This afternoon two men employed by Mr. Reed were sent to the farm meadow. Against a haystack in a sitting position were the remains of Ahearn. The face was disfigured. The body was frozen stiff. It was taken to an undertaking establishment in Lexington and medical examiner of Woburn was notified. He pronounced death due to exposure.    It is assumed that when Ahearn left the train at Lexington, he started toward his home in Bedford, and when near the spot where the body was seen became exhausted and bewildered in the storm and wandered into the meadow, where he became exhausted and succumbed.    Today, after the body was found, Patrick, the brother, was in Bedford endeavoring to get some tidings of the missing man, but had started for home before the Lexington authorities were aware of the visit.    Late in the afternoon Patrick J. Rooney, the Bedford man by whom Matthew was employed, came to Lexington and viewed the body. Identity was also established by a letter from his brother Patrick found on the body, by the clothes, which fitted the description given by his brother to the police and a silver watch and chain found on his person.    His hat and a bundle which he had when he took the train were missing, but he had evidently lost them while struggling in the storm.    Patrick Ahearn and a married sister living in Newton, were notified this evening of the fate of their brother by the Lexington police, and will take charge of the remains. Deceased was about 23 years of age. — The Boston Globe 9 March 1900

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THE TIMES 20TH CENTURY DIRECTORY Errors in Names and Locations and Any Changes From the Way the Names Appear in The Times, Including Removals, Must be Reported to the Office or the Directory Manager in The Times Building Within 48 Hours From This Evening, as These Names Will go in Book Form Then.  . . .  O'Hearn, John cigmkr Raphael & Co r Rock Island Ill. O'Hearn, Miss Mamie r 634 Henry  . . .  — Davenport Times 23 March 1900

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WHEN THE PRINCE VISITED IRELAND ——— What James Ahern, of This City, Knows About England's Future King ——— IS A TRUE GENTLEMAN ——— No Extraordinary Precautions Taken When He Toured Through the Green Isle ——— The attempted assassination of the Prince of Wales, which occurred at Brussels on Tuesday, directs attention to the fact that James Ahern, janitor of the Catholic Club, on Locust street, is perhaps the only Philadelphian who has been in close touch with the “First Gentleman of Europe” during the latter's journeys. Mr. Ahern is a son of the Emerald Isle, and while loyal to his native country, believes it for the best of all that the visit of the aged Queen to Ireland will not be marred by the disgraceful scenes which attended the advent of the Prince of Wales at Cork in 1885. A telegrapher, attached to the staff at Cork, Mr. Ahern with eight others, was sent to meet the Prince at Ballyhooley, where Albert Edward was visiting the Earl of Listowel at the latter's country seat, Connamora House. The opportunities afforded Mr. Ahern for studying the characteristics and movements of the Prince were exceptional. “The Prince moved about as freely as the most ordinary citizen,” he told an Inquirer reporter last night. “No extra precautions were taken for his safety. It was in the spring of 1885 that I received orders to proceed to Ballyhooley, and for more than two weeks I saw the Prince daily. Contrary to rumors, the Prince's tastes are simple, and his suite was not an extensive one. His Irish [visit], however, did not continue a peaceful one, as the publisher remembers. Everything went smoothly enough for a while, but when the English tories began to make political capital of the visit the Irish Nationalists showed their displeasure SIGNED AMONG PRINCES. “It was while the Prince and Princess of Wales visited the lakes at Killarney that I saw the heir apparent to the best of advantage. He was here for a week. One day he and his party went to the Gap of Dunloe, at the head of the lakes. A crowd of us followed the next day. The Prince had gone on Saturday and Sunday being an off day for us, we wanted to make the best of the opportunity. At the Gap we went to the registering place, where the names of some of the most famous people in Europe are inscribed. When I opened the register I saw the following names registered: Albert Edward, Alexandria, Alex Edward, Lord and Lady Spencer. I thought the chance a good one to get in line, so I simply added my own humble signature to those of royalty and the rest of the party followed suit. Nobody had arrived at the Gap in the meantime, so no other names stood between the royal party's and ours. “The Prince of Wales, as I remember him then, certainly earned the title of being the 'First Gentleman of Europe.' His bearing was military, but even then he was not what many consider a young man. “There is a lesson to be learned from his visit to Ireland, as it applies to the present visit of the Queen. Should the English press keep within bounds and simply show pleasure because the Irish people are receiving the aged monarch, well, then there should be no trouble. But if English enthusiasm runs away with itself, and proclaims that this is an evidence that the Irish nation is satisfied with things as they exist, nobody can tell what may turn up. Individually I hope the best for the grand old woman, who every Irishman must revere as a noble woman. Politics should not be made to interfere with her stay among the Irish. If it does, then there may be a repetition of what happened during that spring of 1885, when my duties called me to witness occurrences that are now historic.” Mr. Ahern has been in Philadelphia about five years. He was in the Cork telegraph service for more than eighteen years, and has traveled extensively. He is very popular among his countrymen in this city and is looked upon as conversant with affairs that seldom fall under the observation of the ordinary citizen. — Philadelphia Inquirer 6 April 1900

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Police Court Michael Ahern was arrested on the 19th for drunkenness and paid a fine of five dollars for the offense. — Lexington Minuteman 27 April 1900

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ARMY AND NAVY NOTES Lance-Sergeant Arthur W. Colley, the Buffs, has been promoted to a combatant commission as a Second Lieutenant, and appointed to the Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, and Garrison Sergeant-Major William Barrow, at Chatham, has been promoted Quartermaster, with the honorary rank of lieutenant, in the King's Royal Rifles. Sergeant-Major J. Aherne, the Buffs, has also been selected for a commission as Quartermaster, and will be transferred to the North Staffordshire Regiment. — The Daily News 17 June 1900

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DROVE THE JAPS OUT. KESWICK MINERS WORKED UP. [A. P. DAY REPORT.]    REDDING, June 27.—Last night two hundred miners and smelter employés of Keswick and vicinity organized and drove twenty-one Japanese road workers out of town. The Japanese were placed on the south-bound Oregon train, and when this place was reached the conductor put the men off. The Japs are without means, and have gone south on foot. There was no violence at Keswick, and after the work of expelling the Japs was accomplished, the miners dispersed. The miners object to the employment of the Japs, who took the places of white men. Serious trouble will likely occur if any attempt is made to restore the Japs to their positions. EFFORT AT REINSTATEMENT. [A. P. NIGHT REPORT.]    REDDING, June 27.—This afternoon Southern Pacific Detective Ahern telephoned to the Sheriff's office here from Sacramento, intimating that the railroad is determined to reinstate the Japanese in Shasta county. He asked the Sheriff if the latter is able to provide protection to them. If not, the railroad may call on Gov. Gage for help. The Sheriff will not tell what answer he gave or what he will do.    The 200 men who expelled the Japanese are quiet, but determined that they shall not return. It is said that the miners have obtained recruits. The Japanese camped last night two miles south of Redding. They walked here this morning, and were given passes, quietly, on a south-bound freight train by the railroad. — Los Angeles Times 28 June 1900

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WILL KEEP JAPS OUT. KESWICK MINERS ARE FIRM. [A. P. DAY REPORT.]    REDDING, June 28.—The situation at Keswick is unchanged. The Labor Alliance is firm, but its members say little. Railroad Detective Ahern arrived from Sacramento this morning with Sheriff Behrens to visit Keswick and interview the laborers. The detective says that the railroad is anxious to hire white men, but they are hard to get. It will offer the laborers at Keswick the work. If they will not accept or furnish other whites, the railroad will send back the Japanese, and will bring Federal marshals and State troops here if necessary to guard them.    The Labor Alliance declares that the Japanese will never be allowed to stay if they do come. No action by the railroad is probable until the detective returns to Sacramento. There are no Japanese here now. — Los Angeles Times 29 June 1900

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Personal George H. Crafts, an extensive operator in oil in the Kern River district, is in the city on business. He is stayiong at the Nadeau. J. W. Ahern, another Bakersfield oil man, is at the same hotel. — Los Angeles Times 2 July 1900

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Firemen's Muster On next Saturday, July 28, the Arlington Veteran Firemen's Association will attend their first muster of the season which will be held at Pepperell, for prizes aggregating $800. In conjunction with the Newton Veteran Asso'n they have chartered a special train on the Fitchburg railroad which will leave Boston at 8.05, Cambridge 8.15, Waltham 8.30. Tickets at reduced rates will be on sale Monday, July 23d, and can be had of the committee, Warren A. Pierce, A. A. Tilden, Wm. P. Schwamb, Wm. J. Sweeney, Walter H. Pierce, Patrick J. Ahern, Timothy J. Donahue. Apply early for your tickets so that the committee can arrange for extra cars if necessary. Old Eureka is doing grand good work and if the Vets have any luck at all she will be heard from, so all aboard for a good time and Arlington to the front. — Arlington Advocate 20 July 1900

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JACKSON GETS DECISION Denver, July 20—Young Peter Jackson of San Francisco was given the decision over Shorty Ahern of Chicago at the end of the tenth round tonight before the Olympic club. Jackson showed more science and from the start had a decided advantage. Ahern put up a good fight, but was unable to withstand Jackson's rushes, being forced to the ropes several times. Up to the seventh round Jackson did all the fighting, landing on his opponent at will. Here Ahern took a brace and landed several times on Jackson's head and body. — Colorado Springs Gazette 21 July 1900

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Ahearn Loses to Peter Jackson Before Denver's Olympic Club    Denver, Colo., July 20—Frank Childs of Chicago tonight gained the decision over Fred Russell of California at the end of a tame ten round go before the Colorado Athletic association.    Young Peter Jackson of San Francisco got the decision over “Shorty” Ahearn of Chicago before the Olympic club tonight at the end of a ten-round bout. — Chicago Tribune 21 July 1900

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BOY SHOT THE COOK. MURDER STORY JUST TOLD.    VANCOUVER (B.C.) July 25.—[Exclusive Dispatch.] Mah Lin, the Chinese cook of Mr. Chenworth of Rossland was found dead in the ktchen of the Chenoweth house, the morning of May 23, with a gunshot wound in his head, and the manner of his death has just been discovered. Ernest, the eight-year-old son of Mrs. Chenworth, shot the Chinaman because the latter had teased him by laughing at him. This is the gist of the confession made by the boy to Assistant Superintendent [P. K.] Ahearn of the Pinkerton Agency of Seattle, who had been engaged by the Chinese and local Peace Officer Raymer.    The story of the murder, as obtained from the lad, was that there had been a disagreement between him and the Chinese. The deceased had laughed at him, whereupon the young lad averred that he would shoot him. This caused the Chinese to laugh again. The boy went into his brother's room, climbed over the bed, got a gun, and pointing it at the Chinaman, snapped it. It missed fire. He aimed again, and pulled the trigger. The cartridge exploded this time, the bullet sped to its mark, and the cook fell face forward on the floor and died in a few minutes. The boy replaced the gun. After this, the youthful murderer went out of the back door and down the street to where a house was being removed, where he nonchalantly watched the men at work.    It is evident from the boy's manner that he does not realize the enormity of his offense. He will be held for manslaughter. — Los Angeles Times 26 July 1900

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Firemen's Muster A postal issued yesterday morning announces the postponement of the Fireman's Muster at Pepperell, which Arlington Veteran Firemen's Association voted to attend and had all arrangements made. Instead of going there they will take "Eureka" to the Combination Park, Medford, next Thursday, where the Elks are holding high carnival for a week. They had a practice playout last eveneing and afterwards a business meeting, when Messrs. Warren A. Pierce, A. A. Tilden, Wm. P. Schwamb, Wm. J. Sweeney, Walter H. Pierce, Patrick J. Ahern, Timothy J. Donahue, were chosen a committee to have charge, and tickets and badges can be had of them at any time now. The Pepperell muster is postponed to Sept. 1st., and will be considered at the next regular meeting of the A.V.A., in August. "Eureka" is in good form. — Arlington Advocate 27 July 1900

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ASBURY PARK, N. J.    In his fight against the practice of wearing bathing suits off the beach, “Founder” Bradley has made another charge this week. He has posted up notices along the beach prohibiting people who hire bathing suits at his establishments from wearing them anywhere excepting on the sand of the board walk.    A rustic dance for the young set was the novel event of the week. The girls all appeared in sunbonnets, calico dresses, and gingham aprons, and the young men in farmers' straw hats and overalls.    Sneak thieves are making life miserable for the cottagers in North Asbury Park. They are making their annual raid on the cottage colony, purloining jewelry and despoiling larders while the owners are at the beach.    Among recent arrivals from Chicago are W. A. Walker, J. N. Crouse, L. F. Paisley, L. H. Salisbury, J. P. Rogers, A. L. Griswold, O. H. Heiss, John H. Ahern, William A. Strong and family, Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Tallman, R. D. W. Johnson, Frank Fay Pratt, Edward E. Phillips, and John Luscher. — Chicago Tribune 29 July 1900

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CANOEISTS IN CAMP Course for Next Week's Sailing Races Laid Out Windermere, Muskoka Lakes, Ont., August 10—The camp of the American Canoe Association at Big Island, Lake Rosseau, was almost deserted yesterday, as about 100 of the canoeists went on a trip around the lakes on the steamer Islander and did not return until late in the afternoon. The few members who remained in camp went swimming to keep cool. The heat has been intense for several days, reaching 94 in the shade yesterday. Walter J. English of Peterboro, Ont. was officer of the day, and his aides were F. J. Ahern of New York, R. N. Cutter of Winchester, Mass.; W. A. Furman, and H. C. Allen of Trenton, N. J. The course for the sailing races, which begin next week, was laid off yesterday. It is a triangle, one half mile on each side, with the start and finish in front of the main camp. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 10 August 1900

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ATTACK ON WOMAN CHARGED. Charles McQuaid, 2100 State Street, and Patrick O'Hearn Held in $3,000 Bonds Each. Charles McQuaid, a saloonkeeper at 2100 State Street, and Patrick O'Hearn, bartender in McQuaid's saloonm, were in the Harrison street police court yesterday morning, charged with a brutal attack on Miss mary English, 204 Chestnut street. The accused were held in $3,000 bonds each. The case was continued till Aug. 28 in order to find two more men charged with a part in the affair. The attack is said to have occurred in the basement of McQuaid's saloon. — Chicago Tribune 19 August 1900

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TROOPS GUARD AKRON    Akron, Ohio, Aug. 23.—As a result of last night's riot, one person is dead, two will die, nineteen others are more or less injured, and fully a million dollars in property has gone up in smoke. The city hall is totally destroyed, the Columbian buildings, which adjoined the city hall, is a heap of ashes, and several smaller frame buildings in the vicinity are in ruins. The destruction was wrought by the wild mob which held possession of the city from dark last night until almost dawn this morning. It is estimated that the mob was composed of not less than 1,500 men.    The list of killed and injured follows:    Killed:    GLEN WADE, aged eleven years, son of Lillian Wade, Empire Hotel, shot through the heart.    Fatally injured:    Rhoda Davidson, aged four years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Davidson, 111 Allyn street, shot through the head.    Injured:    Fred Vorwerk, 343 North street, buckshot wound in abdomen.    W. H. Dussel, 207 North Forge street, flesh wound in leg.    Park Stair, 104 Hill street, flesh wound in leg.    John E. Washer, scalp wound from brick.    Arthur E. Sprague, teamster, scalp wound.    John Ahern, painter, 113 Benjamin street, flesh wound, arm. — The Washington Post 24 August 1900

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PERSONAL J. W. Ahern, a merchant from Bakersfield, is registered at the Nadeau. — Los Angeles Times 4 September 1900

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RICHARD O'HEARN KILLED Was a Member of Co I. 26th Infantry, and Leaves Relatives in Worcester WASHINGTON, Sept. 13—Gen. MacArthur's latest casualty list, dated Manila, Sept. 13, follows: Killed—Aug. 27, Jaro, Leyte, Co. D, 44th infantry, Edward M. Agree; Aug. 26, Co. D, 43d infantry, Carl F. Carlson; July 1, San Blas, Panay, Co. I, 26th infantry, Richard O'Hearn;  . . .  Richard O'Hearn enlisted at Fall River. His next of kin is Mrs. John Eagan, 3 Bancroft st., Worcester.  . . .  — The Boston Globe 14 September 1900

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LETTER LIST Following is the list of the letters remaining uncalled for at the Boise postoffice for the week ending September 15, 1900. Ahern, Maud (3)  . . .  — Idaho Daily Statesman 17 September 1900

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SACRAMENTO DEMOCRATS. SACRAMENTO, Sept. 25.—The Democrate [sic] held their primaries here today and as the result it is understood hat Gilly Doty will be renominated for Senator. Peter J. Shields had no opposition for Superior Judge. There is nothing certain as to who will be the nominees in the Assembly. William McLaughlin had no opposition for Supervisor in the Second District. David Ahearn won out for Supervisor in the Third District and Morris Brooke claims to have defeated P. C. Cohn in the Fourth. — Los Angeles Times 26 September 1900

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REPORTED TORTURE OF A SOLDIER Relatives of James O'Hearn of Twenty-sixth Volunteers Informed of His Death in the Philippines Fall River, Mass., Oct. 15.—[Special.]—Relatives of Private James O'Hearn of the Twenty-sixth United States Volunteer Regiment were informed by mail today that he had been burned to death at a stake by the Ladrones. He was in a fight near Cordova, and was, with three others, wounded and captured. He made a dash for liberty, but later fell into the hands of the Ladrones, who tortured him and burned him to death. The President of the Town of San Miguel and others concerned in the torture of O'Hearn have been arrested and will be tried by military court for murder. — Chicago Tribune 16 October 1900

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Commendations [included in list of men who received favourable records was:] Eugene Ahern constable 2nd class Belfast courageous conduct — The Constabulary Gazette 10 November 1900

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Will for Probate. The will of Jeremiah Ahern, who died in Berkeley September 26, 1900, was filed for probate today by Mary Connolly, a daughter of deceased. It disposes an estate estimated to be worth $2,000, which is bequeathed to testator's daughter, Mrs. Connolly, and Jeremiah Ahern, a son. — Oakland Tribune 11 December 1900

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ARRESTED IN KANSAS CITY Ahern Jailed on Charge of Stealing Mrs. Watkins' Watch Kansas City, Mo., Jan. 14—Charles Ahern, alias R. D. Jones, of South Omaha was arrested at the postoffice this morning by Detective Dwyer. Ahern is employed in a pool room in South Omaha. He attended a dance not long ago, where Mrs. J. B. Watkins of Omaha was a guest. During the evening a valuable watch belonging to Mrs. Watkins was stolen. A week later she received a letter from Kansas City, signed R. D. Jones, in which it was stated that Jones had the watch and would return it to her for $20, provided she made no attempt to communicate with the police. Mrs. Watkins was asked to enclose $20 in an envelope and direct it to R. D. Jones, general delivery, Kansas City. Mrs. Watkins notified the police and Ahern was arrested when he called for the letter. John Corcoran was arrested tonight as Ahern's confederate. In his possession was found a time check of the Cudahy Packing company of Omaha, raised from $2 to $20. — Omaha Morning World-Herald 15 January 1901

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Notice to Creditors Estate of Jeremiah Ahern, deceased Notice is hereby given by the undersigned, executrix of the last will of Jeremiah Ahern, deceased, to the creditors of and all persons having claims against the said deceased, to exhibit them with the necessary vouchers, within four months after the first publication of this notice, to the said executrix, at the office of John J. MacDonald, attorney at law, rooms 3, 4 and 6, number 558 Broadway Street, Oakland, Alameda County, California, which said office the undersigned selects as her place of business in all matters connected with said estate of Jeremiah Ahern, deceased Mary Connolly. Executrix of the last will of Jeremiah Ahern, Deceased. Dated Oakland December 29th, 1900. Campbell, Fitzgerald, Abbott & Fowler ?30 California Street, San Francisco, Attorneys for the Executrix. — Oakland Tribune 19 January 1901

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Santa Ana Brevities Charles W. Waters and Miss Minnie M. Watson, residents of Westminster; William F. Fox and Miss Viola Maud Llewellyn of Tustin, and Philip J. Ahern and Miss Annette Wheeler of El Toro were married today. — Los Angeles Times 18 February 1901

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SURPRISED IN THE STORE John Ahearn of Somerville Charged with Breaking and Entering. John Ahearn, 21, living in Charlestown, was arrested last night shortly before 10 by patrolman Carter on the charge of breaking and entering the carpet cleaning establishment of G. F. Hurn, 52 and 54 Broadway, Somerville. Mr. Hurn had occasion to pay a visit to his store last evening, and was surprised to find the front door unsecured. He entered and upon lighting a gas jet was confronted by Ahearn, who made a dash for liberty. Mr. Hurn closed in with him, and after a short struggle succeeded in overpowering hiom. Patrolman Carter made the arrest. Nothing was missing from the store. Ahearn was formerly employed by Mr. Hurn. — The Boston Globe 27 March 1901

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Mrs. Charles G. Waldo of Brooklawn park, who will spend spring holidays in England, was guest of honor at a luncheon and bridge given at the Yellow Bowl tearoom at Sport hill. Among the guests were . . . Miss Anne Ahearn, — Bridgeport Telegram 16 April 1901

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Boy Fractures His Skull A cart driven by Amicello Pastolli, 16 years old, of West 15th street, Coney Island came into collision with a lumber truck owned by Cropsey & Mitchell of Bensonhurst, on Surf avenue near West Twenty-second street this morning and Pastolli was thrown to the ground. He was picked up in an unconscious condition and taken to Kings County Hospital where it was found he had a fractured skull. The lumber truck was driven by John Ahern of Bay Thirty-fifth street, Bensonhurst. No arrests were made. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 19 April 1901

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ROBBED BY AN ALLEGED NUN Man Representing Himself to Be Priest Asks the Police to Find Hatty Ellis. Patrick William Ahern called at the Harrison Street Police Station yesterday morning and asked the Desk Sergeant to assist him in finding Hattie Ellis, a former sister of charity, with whome he had eloped from Australia, and who, he said, had deserted him in a restaurant on State street, taking his money with her. Ahern represented himself to be a priest, a fact he apparently substantiated by documents in his possession, which he showed the police. In his statement to the police he said: “I was born in Tipperary, Ireland, and educated in the Sacred Heart School. I was sent to Allhallows College by the Rev. John McGuore, and there studied until 1881, when I was ordained a priest. I was sent to New Zealand and then to Australia, and at Sydney I met Sistewr Angelica, whom I know now as Hattie Ellis. We agreed to come to America and arrived in New York six days ago, and in Chicago two days ago. Tuesday evening she took my money from my pocketbook and disappeared.” The police of the Harrison Street Station have been searching for Hattie Ellis, but so far they have failed to find any trace of her. — Los Angeles Times 26 April 1901

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PASSED WORTHLESS CHECKS Robert Ahearn, twenty-eight years old, a real estate dealer, married and living at 163 East One Hundred and Thirteenth Street, was arrested last evening in the St. Vincent Restaurant in Central Park by Detective Rosenfeld of the East One Hundred and Fourth Street Station, charged with stealing a horse and surrey and with passing worthless checks. Ahearn, it is alleged, has hired horses from several stables, paying for them with worthless checks of good-sized amounts, and pocketing the change. Yesterday it is alleged Ahearn engaged a horse and surrey from George Zache, at 315 East One Hundred and Twenty-second Street, and drove it to Central Livery Stable, at 106 West One Hundred and Twenty-seventh Street. According to the police he tendered a twenty-dollar check on the Fifth Avenue National Bank in payment for an eight-dollar board bill, making arrangements for leaving the horse there for several days. He is said to have received in change $12. Yesterday Emil Schneible, who received a check from Ahearn on Monday, reported to the police that the checks had been returned from the bank marked “N. G.” Detective Rosenfeld was assigned to the case, and last evening found Ahearn in the restaurant. When informed that he was under arrest, a woman who was with him began to weep. Ahearn then called a hansom cab, and all three were driven to the East One Hundred and Fourth Street Station where Ahearn was placed in a cell. The woman left the station in the cab for her home. Ahearn is the son-in-law of ex-Police Captain Yule and the son of an ex-policeman. He said that he had no money because of losses on the races and dealings in Wall Street. He will be arraigned in the Harlem Police Court this morning. — New York Times 9 May 1901

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CHARGED WITH MANY CRIMES Robert Ahearn, to be Tried for Bigamy, Theft, and Passing Bad Checks. Horse stealing, bigamy, and passing bad checks were the offenses charged against Robert Ahearn, alias Aherie, twenty-eight years old, of 163 East One Hundred and Thirteenth Street, in the Harlem Police Court yesterday. He was arrested Wednesday by Detective Rosenberg of the East One Hundred and Fourth Street Police Station, who says he is an ex-convict, having already served a term in the Elmira Reformatory. George Zache of 315 East One Hundred and Twenty-second Street said Ahearn stole his horse and surrey on Wednesday afternoon. Emile Schneible of 74 East One Hundred and Fifteenth Street says that on Monday he received a worthless check for $51 from Ahearn, and there are other similar complaints against him. The prisoner was also said to have married Mary Andrews of 76 West One Hundred and Sixth Street, who is now slowly dying, on June 3, 1896, and to have deserted her in three weeks, incidentally stealing a sum of money from her, and to have married Miss Florence Bliss of 312 West One Hundred and Twenty-first Street three months ago. Magistrate Olmsted said that the bigamy charges would wait, and held Ahearn in $2,000 bail for examination this morning on the others. Aherarn refused to discuss his alleged marriage to Miss Andrews, but said he had no recollection of having married Miss Bliss. If he had done so, he said, he must have been either drunk or drugged. — New York Times 10 May 1901

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AHEARN'S MANY ACCUSERS. ——— Ex-Convict Laughs at Five Separate Complaints Made Against Him in Court    Many accusers confronted Robert A. Ahearn, an ex-convict, living at 163 East One Hundred and Thirty-third Street, who was arraigned in Harlem Police Court yesterday morning charged with stealing a horse and surrey from George Zache, a liveryman of 314 East One Hundred and Twenty-second Street, with passing bad checks upon him and others, and with bigamy, but he maintained his self-possession in the face of his troubles.    “When you have a show like this on, they ought to charge admission to the court,” he remarked to one of the court attendants.    Marriage certificates were appended to both complaints of bigamy. The second Mrs. Ahearn appeared in court, and it was not the first time she had figured in a criminal trial, for she is a half-sister of Mrs. Almont Livingston Fleming, who was tried and acquitted on the charge of murdering her mother, Mrs. Eveline M. Bliss, five years ago, and it was Mrs. Ahearn, then Miss Florence Bliss, who carried the dish of clam chowder from Mrs. Fleming to her mother which was alleged to have contained the fatal poison.    Another intersting character in court was Policeman “Suspender Jack ” McGee, late of the mounted squad of the High Bridge Station, but recently transferred to a down-town precinct. McGee and Ahearn lived in the same house. He learned of Ahearn's criminal record and insisted that he move. Then, he says, Ahearn used some personal influence which brought about his transfer and attendant humiliation. Ahearn boastfully declared that he was responsible for unhorsing McGee, but the nature of the influence he exerted did not transpire.    Ahearn waived examination on the first charge of passing a worthless check for $51 on Emil Schneible of 74 East One Hundred and Fifteenth Street, from whom he hired a horse and wagon, and was immediately rearraigned in the matter of the alleged bigamy. The first Mrs. Ahearn is dying with cancer at 68 West One Hundred and Sixth Street. Her father, Alexander Andrews, of the same address, appeared for her. Ahearn eloped with her on June 2, 1896, married her, and finally deserted her, Mr., Andrews said, after he had obtained about $10,000 from the family in one way or another.    The certificate showed that he married Miss Bliss at St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, Park Avenue and One Hundred and Seventeenth Street, Jan. 31, 1901. She said that he left her the day after the marriage, taking away diamond jewelry worth $600. She was as bitter against him as was Mr. Andrews.    Ahearn said he didn't remember marrying her, and added that he would rather go to prison than live with her. He waived examination in the alleged bigamy, and bail was fixed at $2,500 on that charge. Then Detective Rosenberg of the East One Hundred and Fourth Street Station, who had arrested him at the McGown's Pass Tavern in Central Park Wednesday evening, produced a warrant for him from the Elmira Reformatory. He was committed to that institution March 28, 1898, for forgery, and was paroled Nov. 26 last. He was to report every month therafter, but broke his parole. Ahearn's portrait is No. 710 in the Rogue's Gallery. He says his present troubles are due to the Metropolitan Handicap and recent flurries in Wall Street. — New York Times 11 May 1901

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Arizona Prospects    Oil is steadily gaining ground as a fuel in Arizona. Shipments of fuel aggregating 200 carloads, are now being made from Los Angeles to Tucson, for the filling of the great iron tank of the Southern Pacific at that point. The Phoenix Street Railway Company has commenced the use of petroleum under its boilers. The commonwealth mine at Pearce, Cochise county, is using a carload and a half a day of oil. Even more is probably consumed by the Congress mine, northwest of Phoenix. At Bisbee oil is the fuel in the immense new hoisting works of the Copper Queen Company, over the Spray shaft.     . . . Kern Crown Oil Company—Capitalization, $150,000; incorporators T. L. Moran, Mabel C. Benson, M. H. Yost, J. W. Ahern of San Francisco. . . .  — Los Angeles Times 21 May 1901

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AT EAGLE BUFFALO BUREAU Buffalo, May 30—The following have registered at the Eagle's Buffalo Bureau: J. Leo Ahern,  . . .  — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 30 May 1901

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Winchester Priest Goes to Alexandria Winchester, Va., July 1.—Rev. Father M. A. Ahern, of Winchester, has been appointed by Bishop Van de Vyver, of Richmond, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church, Alexandria. — The Washington Post 2 July 1901

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INSURANCE AFFAIRS Suit has been filed in the Circuit Court by Mrs. Amelia Ahern against the Globe Mutual Life Insurance association to recover a judgment of $1,068. The judgment was secured on a policy of $1,000 carried by John Ahern, husband of the complainant, and has been affirmed by the Appellate and Supreme Courts. Attorney Edgar L. Masters will apply to Judge Baker today for an injunction restraining the company from disposing of any of its assets and for the appointment of a receiver to take charge of the assets of the association pending the final hearing of the suit. — Chicago Tribune 13 July 1901

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Widow Loses Contents of Old Safe John Fenton, who died Sept. 26, 1899, at 502 West One Hundred and Sixty-first street, was supposed to be in moderate circumstances, but he left a safe in his home whose contents surprised persons interested in the estate. Whether in giving his second wife, Ellen, his home and its contents he meant to include what was in the safe, was the point raised in a suit before the Supreme Court for construction of his will and two codicils. In the safe were bank books showing thirty accounts in his name, aggregating $80,000, and another bank account of $10,000. The safe and its contents were claimed by the widow, Ellen M. Fenton, under the provision of a codicil which gave her his home, "furniture and contents." After making a number of bequests the will provided that the residue of his estate should be held in trust during the lives of his niece, Julia Ahearn, and his nephew, Michael Ahearn, and that meanwhile the income was to be paid to the testator's sister-in-law, Betsy Fenton, of Ireland, and his sister, Mrs. Terence Ahearn, of Lismore, Ireland. Judge Chester held that the contents of the house did not include the money, and that the trust provision was valid. — Chicago Tribune 14 July 1901

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Movements Patrick AHERN Hd. Cons from Tyrone to Meath. [the previous week's edition stated “Hd. Const Aherne from Cookstown to Co. Meath”] — The Constabulary Gazette 8 August 1901

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YORK BEACH, ME. Large Number of Arrivals at This Resort During Week. YORK BEACH, Me., Aug., 10— . . . Among the arrivals are the following: . . . Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Hines, M. Grace Ahern, Albert B. Smith, Harry A. Kimball, Concord; . . .  — The Boston Globe 11 August 1901

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VERY SUCCESSFUL AFFAIR. Lawn Party by the Members of St. Ann's Catholic Church, Neponset.    The annual garden party of St. Ann's Catholic church, Neponset, was held yesterday on the grounds of the Putnam estate at the corner of Ashmont st. and Neponset av., Popes Hill.    Throughout the afternoon and evening fully 3000 people passed within the gates, and taken as a whole the affair was the most successful of any yet held by the parish.    The grounds were tastefully decorated and a large number of booths covered the spacious lawns. These were presided over as follows:  . . . Commercial Point table, Mrs. Ahern, Miss Margaret Morse, Miss Nellie Ahern, Miss Annie Flynn and Miss mary Flood; . . .  — The Boston Globe 11 August 1901

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MANIA FOR SETTING FIRES When Intoxicated Mrs. Maria Rush of 99 Smith St., Roxbury, Is Said to Have Started Three In a Month.    Mrs. Maria Rush of 99 Smith St., Roxbury, appeared before Associate Justice Williams in the Roxbury district court yesterday morning on a charge of drunkenness. She was found guilty and sentenced to five months in the house of correction. She was arrested Friday afternoon by patrolman McGarry of division 10, after, it is alleged, she had made two attempts to set fire in her tenement.    The police have been bothered by her for some time past, and Timothy Ahearn, who owns the house in which the woman lives, has been in constant dread that she would succeed in setting a fire that would burn the house and perhaps cause loss of life. The building is a three-story apartment house, and she occupies the middle tenement. — The Boston Globe 11 August 1901

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MET WITH INSTANT DEATH. ————— Michael Ahearn Has Life Crushed Out By Street Sprinkler. ————— HORSES STARTED AND HE FELL BETWEEN THE WHEELS. ————— Had Been For a Long Time In The Employ Of the Marlboro Coal Company. Michael Ahearn, 77 Florence st., was instantly killed Sunday evening about 6 o'clock by the rear wheel of a sprinkling cart on which he was working passing over his head. The accident took place opposite the high school common and occurred while the street was crowded with people. Never did the lamp of life burn out more quickly than in the death of this man, who a few moments before was in the bloom of health. He had been driving the sprinkling cart of the Marlboro Coal Co. and had just finished filling it with water from the pipe near the Billings factory. Some of the witnesses of the accident say that he had just turned off the water, when the horses started. He fell from the top of the cart to the ground and the rear wheel passed over his head. A number of those standing by say he did not utter a sound as he fell to the ground. William Burns stopped the horses immediately and a number of bystanders rushed to the unfortunate man's assistance. He was past all earthly aid, however. His head was frightfully crushed and many a person paled at the sight as he lay on the ground with his feet on the curbstone and his body in the gutter. His wife heard of the accident and was soon on the ground. Her manner was almost hysterical as she came up the street and many of the large crowd that had gathered were moved to tears as the poor woman approached. She asked concerning the fate of her husband and upon being told that he was dead returned to her home sobbing as if her heart would break. There was not a person in all that crowd whose sympathy did not go out to the woman who had been so suddenly bereft. Shortly after the accident Medical Examiner Hoitt arrived and after viewing the body, rendered a decision that death was caused in a manner in accordance with the facts already stated. Undertaker McGill then took charge of the remains and carried them to his undertaking rooms on Huntington av. Mr. Ahearn was 35 years old and a native of Ireland. He had been in Marlboro for a long time and for many years in the employ of the Marlboro Coal Co. He was industrious and trustworthy and was held in high favor by his employers. He had charge of the sprinkler and did his work well. A wife and four children survive. He also leaves two brothers. The body of the deceased has been removed to his late home, 77 Florence st. The funeral will take place at the Immaculate Conception church Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock. Division 16, A.O.H., of which he was a member, will have a meeting at 8 o'clock this Monday evening to take action on his death. Besides the wife and little children above referred to, Mr. Ahearn leaves two brothers, Timothy of Milford and William of Worcester; also two sisters, Mrs. John O'Brien, Cambridge, and Miss Minnie Ahearn, Allston. Something over a year ago a brother, Matthew Ahearn, was found dead in the woods near Allston [sic]. Foul play was suspected but nothing in this line was ever proven. — The Marlboro Daily Enterprise 12 August 1901

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HEAD CRUSHED BY HEAVY WHEELS Michael Ahern Falls in Front of a Sprinkling Cart in Marlboro, the Horses Start Up and He Is Killed    MARLBOROUGH, Aug. 11—A most peculiar fatality occurred this evening shortly after 6 on Main st. in the presence of a large number of people.    Michael Ahern, aged 35, is employed by the Marlboro coal company in driving a sprinkling wagon. The water pipe where he fills his cart is opposite the high school. He had just filled the tank and was turning off the water when he slipped from the top of the tank and fell heavily to the sidewalk, his head resting in the gutter.    As quickly as he dropped the horses started and the rear wheel passed over his head, crushing it. Death was instantaneous. The wagon and its contents weighed 8400 pounds. He was removed to an undertaker's and medical examiner Hoitt viewed the remains.    Ahern was a hard-working upright citizen. He was a member of division 16, A. O. H. He leaves a wife and four young children, the oldest of whom is 5 and the youngest 2 months. — The Boston Globe 12 August 1901

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BALL PLAYERS BUSY. Many Semiprofessional and Amateur Teams. All Are Looking for Games Through the Columns of the Globe.    Every Monday morning the Globe will publish all applications for baseball games and challenges from the managers of local and suburban clubs. Semiprofessional teams and amateurs alike will be given space in this column. . . .     The Dynamites of Charlestown would like to play any 14-year-old team in the state. The L. Barrys or M. Hefrons preferred. Address L. Ahern, 12 Jackson st., Charlestown, Mass. [Aherns in Boston Street Directories shows a Timothy S. Ahearn and a John O'Hearn at 12 Jackson st. in 1905.] — The Boston Globe 12 August 1901

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BABY DIED AS SHE SLEPT. ——— Mother Supposed the Little One Was Slumbering Sweetly, as She Has Been Fretful During the Day,    Mrs. Margaret, wife of John Ahearn of 9 Ohio st., kissed her 6-months-old daughter, Helena M., when she tucked her in her little bed at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon, and hoped that she would feel better after she had had a good sleep, for the little one had been fretful during the afternoon, and her mother feared she might be going to have another attack of illness.    During the later hours of the afternoon the child was looked at and seemed to be slumbering sweetly, which pleased her mother who felt that the sleep would do the little one good.    At 7:30 last evening Mary Connors, a member of the family, went to arouse baby Helena and was shocked when she found that the little one was dead. Then there was great sorrow and excitement in the Ahearn household, and messengers were dispatched in haste for a physician. The first one to respond was Dr. Mahoney of 106 Shawmut av., but he could do nothing beyond saying that he had been called too late. Dr. Mahoney said death was doubtless due to natural causes, but as he had not seen the little girl while she was alive, he could not issue a death certificate, and so Medical Examiner Draper was notified. — The Boston Globe 20 August 1901

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Ahern Explains Two weeks ago the Council instructed the City Attorney to proceed at once against the bondsmen of the contractors who dug a gravel pit at Thirty-seventh and Kansas streets. W. J. Ahern, one of the contractors, has filed with the Clerk a letter explaining that the hole was partially filled once, but that other contractors dug it out again. Mr. Ahern does not think his bondsmen can be held responsible for the acts of others. — Los Angeles Times 21 August 1901

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AHEARN'S WATCH STOLEN TWICE. Man Who Took It the First Time and Gave It Back Is Accused of Picking It a Few Minutes Later.    If a man can be charged with two offences of larceny for twice stealing one piece of property, the police of division 4 would like to prefer them against James Maginnis, 47 years of age, who says he has no home.    They say Maginnis twice yesterday afternoon stole a silver watch from the person of Andrew Ahearn at the Salvation Army barracks on Washington st. The police have got Maginnis locked up on one charge of larceny from the person, and they are going to tell the judge of the municipal court this morning that Maginnis is what they call “the limit.”    According to the police story Maginnis, who they say is a tramp, went into the army barracks yesterday afternoon and said he wanted to make arrangements to stay there last night. He intimated he was interested in the work of the army and wanted to be a good man, so the regular workers took quite a fancy to Maginnis and told him to make himself at home. Apparently Maginnis did.    The police say that during the afternoon devotions of the army's followers Maginnis inserted his hand in Ahearn's pocket and took his silver watch, which is valued at $15. Another army man, who believes in watching as well as praying, had one eye open while the devotions were in progress and saw the theft. After the last amen, the police say, this watchful brother brought Maginnis and Ahearn together and told what he had seen. Maginnis gave up the watch, which Ahearn restored to its resting place in his own pocket, and then, like a real good Christian, forgave the erring Maginnis.    The matter would have been dropped there, the police say, but later on, when the evening shadows were falling, Ahearn had occasion to consult his timepiece, he found that it was again missing, and as Maginnis was still in the barracks he was accused of having taken it. Maginnis denied this and said, “You can search me.” They did, but they didn't get the watch, so a policeman was called in and he took Maginnis to the station house.    The police say Maginnis took the watch a second time, and they account for its entire disappearance by saying that he probably passed it to a confederate, who got away with it. — The Boston Globe 27 August 1901

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Patrick O'Hearn Breaks a Leg Patrick O'Hearn, 67 years of age, of 101 Broadway, South Boston, slipped on the stairs at his home yesterday afternoon as he was going to the bedroom and fell down the steps, breaking one of his legs. He was taken to the City hospital in a house ambulance. — The Boston Globe 30 August 1901

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THE MYSTIC ORDERS. Grand Officers' Visits to Workmen— ANCIENT ORDER OF UNITED WORKMEN—A special session of the New England jurisdiction of the grand lodge will be held in Boston, Oct. 3. . . . Supervisor J. J. Ahearn and Joseph F. Eichorn, PMW, visited Bay State lodge of Chelsea Friday evening. . . .  — The Boston Globe 1 September 1901

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SAD ACCIDENT ——— Miss McGuire Fails In Attempt to save Her Nephew ——— Both are Drowned In Sight of Boy's Home    One of the saddest accidents which has happened for many years occurred in the shoddy mill pond on Wednesday afternoon about 1.30. While at play with his companions directly in front of his home, Homer G. Stone, the four year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter G. Stone, in some way fell into the water which is about three feet deep at the place. Miss Lillis McGuire, who was visiting at the home heard the cries of the frightened children and ran to the spot. Thinking only of the little boy she immediately jumped into the water but sank from sight as the bottom slants off very steep. When she arose Miss McGuire reached for the little boy who was already sinking the second time and in her efforts to save him both were carried into the deeper water.    Thomas O'Herne, who drives Greenough's ice wagon, had seen Miss McGuire run toward the pond and hearing cries hurried to their assistance. He went into the water up to his neck but being unable to swim, he could not reach them, they being in about eight feet of water at the time. Several people quickly came and a team was sent for a boat the nearest one being back of the blacksmith shop. Miss McGuire with the little boy sank for the last time before help arrived. Mr. Stone had been sent for and arrived just as the body of the boy was found, the body of Miss McGuire being recovered first.    Dr. F. J. Barker of Acton Center arrived and used all means known to medical skill for over an hour but without avail. Medical Examiner Geo. E. Titcomb of Concord was sent for and pronounced it accidental drowning. The bodies were taken for burial to Albany, Vt., the former home of Mr. and Mrs. Stone.    The boy was a bright little fellow, the picture of his father and had just arrived at that age when children appear at their best. Miss McGuire, who was 27 years old, was a sister of Mrs. Stone and was visiting at the home, intending to pass the winter there. — The Concord Enterprise 4 September 1901

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In an attempt to escape from Policeman Tobias Larson yesterday morning Alexander Herrin, better known as Shorty O'Hearn, a prize-fighter, was shot in the left foot. Herrin finally submitted to arrest and was taken to the County Hospital, where his wound was found to be slight. He is charged with robbery. John Myers, who was held up in Lake street, will be the complaining witness. Policeman Larson arrived while the robbery was in progress and made the arrest. — Chicago Tribune 23 September 1901

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BURNING AT TULLAMORE About 5 o'clock on Thursday morning last, the premises of Messrs Condon Bros., of High Street, Tullamore, were discovered to be on fire. The alarm was soon conveyed to the Police Station and Seargants Ahern and Noble, Constable McDonnell, and Town-Seargeant Gorry, as well as Messrs McMullen Downes, and Donagher, were quickly on the scene and the local fire extinguishing apparatus was soon brought into action. Before the fire could be got under large quantities of whiskey, wines, tea, sugar and bacon, were destroyed, and the neighbouring premises, of Messrs Gill and Downes had a narrow escape. The premises are, we understand, covered by insurance. It may be mentioned that Head Constable Kirwan, Constables Murphy, Glass and Healott, rendered great assistance in putting out the fire and saving property. — Midland Tribune 28 September 1901

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REV. SMITH'S ESCAPE. POLYCARP'S TOMB INFESTED.    NEW HAVEN, Oct. 9.—[Exclusive Dispatch.] Rev. Arthur J. Smith, pastor of Grace Methodist Episcopal Church in this city, has just returned from Europe, and tells of his escape from brigands just outside of Smyrna, while he and the Rev. David O'Hearn of the Catholic Cathedral in Milwaukee were visiting the tomb of Polycarp. This tomb is on Mt. Pagos, four miles outside Smyrna, and the two clergymen decided to visit it. They engaged one of the local guides.    When they reached the entrance to the tomb, Smith experienced a desire to expolre it. The guide became alarmed and protested that the tomb was infested with robbers. While this discussion was going on, the three men disappeared into the tomb inclosure. Scarecely had Rev. Smith gone a few feet into the tomb, when he heard some one running toward him. He was soon after face to face with one who, he said, was the wickedest-looking man he ever saw. The stranger was armed with a pistol, sword and a dagger. The brigand made a dash for the two clergymen, who rushed back to the entrance. The guide disappeared entirely. Father O'Hearn drew a knife from his pocket, and prepared to meet the robber.    Just at this moment, the robber's two companions, heavily armed, rushed out of the tomb, and the three attempted to catch the ministers. The latter took to their heels, and were chased a long distance toward the town before the roobers stopped their pursuit. That night, in Smyrna, the two Americans, at their hotel, were told hat the region of Polycarp's tomb is infested with brigands, who murder and rob foreigners, or hold them for ransom. — Los Angeles Times 10 October 1901

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ALEXANDRIA NEWS IN BRIEF The funeral of Reginald Sisson, whose death occurred Saturday at his home, near Arlington, Alexandria County, took place at 3:30 o'clock this afternoon from St. Mary's Catholic Church, in this city. The services were conducted by Rev. Father M. J. Ahern, and the remains were interred in St. Mary's Cemetery. — The Washington Post 29 October 1901

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Conveyances October 30 BAY SEVENTEENTH ST. e s. 325 ft s Eighty-sixth st. 25x96.8. deed on execution. William Walton to Mary J. Ahern $330. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 31 October 1901

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Police Court At this time James H. Hanson, who held orgies in the Thompson house, was given ten months in the House of Correction and Francis O'Hern for assault on Mrs. A.L.P. Skillings, was sent to the House of Correction for one year. — Arlington Advocate 2 November 1901

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WENT IN AFTER COFFEE Accused Policemen Make That as Their Defense on a Charge of Entering a Saloon.    Two scores of policemen were before Deputy Commissioner York to-day to answer to charges of various kinds. Mr. York in most cases announced that decisions would be rendered at a later date.    Six of the patrolmen were from the Gates avenue station and they were all charged with failing to signal to the station house early on the morning of November 2. The accused were John Bigelow, Thomas Adee, Mortimer J. Gleason, Michael T. Ahearn, J. J. McLean and Daniel O. O'Connell. Decision reserved.  . . .  — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 12 November 1901

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MISS TYLER IS NOW MRS. RICE Lynn Girl Weds a Bangor Business Man.    LYNN, Nov. 13—Frank X. Rice of Bangor and Miss Alma M., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Taylor of this city, were married this afternoon by Rev. Arthur J. Teeling, rector of St. Mary's church, in the parochial residence on South Common st. Miss Alice G. Ahearn was bridesmaid and John H. Rice, brother of the groom, best man.    A reception followed at the home of the bride on Baker st. Friends were present from Bangor, Boston, Brookline, Worcester, Lynn and other places. The rooms were decorated with palms and chrysantheums. After a trip to Montreal Mr. and Mrs. Rice will go to their new home in Bangor. — The Boston Globe 13 November 1901

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In The Society World The annual subscription dance of the Lincoln Cycling club will be given this evening at the clubhouse in Dearborn avenue. Mr. John H. Ahern will lead the cotillion. — Chicago Tribune 3 December 1901

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GUGGENHEIMER'S MEN RETAINED President-elect of the Board of Aldermen, Charles J. Fornes, has announced the appointment of Jocelyn Johnstone as his private secretary at $2,500, and Maurice Ahern as confidential stenographer at $1,500. These are virtual re-appointments, as both these men are now occupying identical positions under President Randolph Guggenheim. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 17 December 1901

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Suicide to Avoid Arrest Rather than submit to arrest Michael O'Hearn, 390 May street, committed suicide by swallowing poison at his home on Tuesday afternoon. O'Hearn was well known to the police at the Maxwell Street Station. A few days ago warrants were sworn out for his arrest by Elizabeth Sammler, 378 Center avenue, charging him with burglary. O'Hearn learned that the police were on his trail and killed himself. — Chicago Tribune 19 December 1901

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NEWTON Mr. William Ahearn of 1263 Washington st. reported to the police last evening an unoccupied house owned by him at 11 Oak av., West Newton, was entered recently and stripped of lead pipe. — The Boston Globe 24 December 1901

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REAL ESTATE MATTERS A. M. Johnson has sold for Patrick O'Hearn a new three-apartment house and 2681 square feet of land at the corner of Dorchester av. and Christopher st., Fields Corner. William MacMillan was the purchaser, who buys for investment. The property is new and is not assessed as yet, but the price paid was about $7000. — The Boston Globe 8 January 1902

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HAD CLIMBED ON RAIL. Woman Was About to Jump Into Charles River. Prevented by Patrolman Ahern and Taken to the Joy-St. Station. Neatly Dressed, About 28 Years Old—Lizzie McLennan Her Name. ———    A woman attempted to jump into the Charles river at the foot of Allen st. last night about 10:30. She had climbed up on the railing that runs along the river bank at this poinit, when patrolman Ahern of the Joy-st. station saw her, and making toward her as fast as he could, reached her just as she was going to take the leap. When she saw it was an officer who had interfered with her attempt at suicide, she ceased her struggles and was taken to station 3.    She is about 28 years old, of medium height and build, of dark complexion. She was neatly dressed in a brown skirt, black waist and tweed jacket. At the station she appeared quite composed, and politley refused to tell the officers anything about herself or her troubles. Later she did say that her name was Lizzie McLennan and that she had no home.    In her pocket was found an empty 32-calibre revolver. — The Boston Globe 12 January 1902

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James McSweeney's Statement Regarding the published story wherein patrolman Ahern is given the credit for preventing the suicide of Miss Lizzie McLennan, who attempted to jump into the Charles river Saturday evening, James McSweeney of 24 Willard st. says it is to himself, John Mullaley and another young man who should be given credit. According to Mr. McSweeney patrolman Ahern was not in any way connected with the rescue and was not even in sight 20 minutes afterward. — The Boston Globe 14 January 1902

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SECOND ANNUAL OF CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Well-Rendered Songs, Up-to-Date Jokes and Handsome Costumes Were Features of the Show.    Well rendered songs, up-to-date jokes, handsome Japanese costumes, a well-balanced chorus of young girls between the ages of 6 and 16, were features at the second annual minstrel show of the Chrysanthemum club held last evening in the hall of the parochial school of St. Francis de Sales' parish, Charlestown,    All avialable space was filled with an interested, appreciative audience, which applauded the efforts of the young artists almost continuously.    Japanese decorations, rich in color and effect, were suspended over the stage, beneath which the chorus, dressed in their handsome kimona costumes, occupied a prominent position.    Miss Dorothy Snow, the inerlocutor, wore a white satin costume, richly embroidered with Japanese figures, and filled her position with much credit to herself.    On each end, with their faces as black as charcoal, sat, Loretta Quinlan, Elizabeth Ahern and Katherine Leonard, who played the tambos, and Lizzie Driscoll, Laura Golding and Agnes Brown, who rattled the bones. They told many good jokes and laughable stories.    After the opening chorus the followijng selections were sung: “Wing Lee's Ragtime clock,” Miss Lizzie Driscoll; “Close Your Dreamy Eyes,” Miss Loretta Quinlan; “Close Your Dreamy Eyes,” Miss Nora O'Donoghue; “Keep Cool,” Miss Loretta Quinlan; “Sorrow,” Miss Mary McCarthy; “Maizy, My Dusky Daisy,” Miss Laura Golding; “Japanese Love Song,” Miss Claire Riordan; “O Mr. Moon,” Miss Elizabeth Ahearn; “Darkies' Cradle Song,” Miss Esther McNellis; “Hannah from Savannah,” Miss Agnes Brown; “Life's Lullaby,” Miss Elizabeth McIsaac; “Mariah, Youse My Heart's Desiah,” Miss Katherine Leonard.    Little Katherine Stammers, the Jap doll, and Lizzie Quinlan, joining in the chorus “O Mr. Moon,” by Miss Lizzie Ahearn, was a very pleasing feature. . . .  — The Boston Globe 15 January 1902

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BAILIFF J. G. AHERN, who recently effected the capture of a negro named Hustler, wanted in Florida for murder, has received a letter from Sheriff A. J. Higginbotham, of Nassau county, stating that Deputy Sheriff Pendarvis, of that county, had arrived safely with the prisoner. The sheriff says that the negro has been identified as the man wanted, and that he now practically claims self-defense. The sheriff also thanks the Atlanta officers for the assistance they rendered in apprehending Hustler. The negro had been a fugitive from justice since 1897, and stated he resided in Atlanta three years of that time. — The Atlanta Constitution 17 January 1902

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The funeral of James Kerwin took place yesterday noon, service being at St. Charles' church. The bearers were John K. Plummer, Hugh Martin and James Doherty, representing the highway department, and Nicholas Murphy, Michael Shea and John O'Hearn of Quealy court, M. C. O. F. — The Boston Globe 20 January 1902

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ON HIS 87TH BIRTHDAY Reception to Col. Norton of Customhouse.    Col. Alfred Norton, one of the oldest men in active service in the cusoms department of the United States, was tendered a reception yesterday afternoon by his associates in the office of inspectors of customs, 296 State st.  . . .     Those present at the reception given by the customs force to Col. Norton were: James E. Abbott Richard A. Ahern  . . .  — The Boston Globe 24 January 1902

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Salem's City Physician Deadlock. SALEM, Jan. 28—The aldermen and councilmen held a special joint session this evening and elected J. Clifford Entwistle city clerk. John M. Foster was reelected assessor for three years, receiving 16 votes and James F. Donovan 14. In the common council an order was adopted, giving the mayor authority to petition the legislature for an act to establish a board of public works. Raymond L. Newcomb, who has held office 13 years, tendered his resignation as clerk of the board of health. Dr. Ahern was reelected city physician. In the upper branch, Dr. Blair was elected city physician. The deadlock is likely to continue. These were elected members of the board of health: G. Arthur Bodwell, Dr. Benjamin R. Simonds and Joseph Fitzgerald. — The Boston Globe 29 January 1902

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RIVERSIDE B. C. "SMOKER." Several Interesting Bouts Enjoyed by the Members of the Club.    The regular monthly "smoker" of the Riverside boat club took place at the boathouse last evening, there being a full attendance of members who enjoyed some capital sport. The fun opened with vocal selections by Martin Coyne, who proved to be a great favorite.    The athletic stars were peter Brooks of Lawrence and Jack Flanigan, Riverside B. C., who went five rounds, Brooks being the stronger and Flanigan the cleverer.    Tommy Devine and Billy Critch went the limit, Devine being a shade the better.    Tommy Duffey of Woburn and Spike Haley, went six spirited rounds, there being little choice between them.    Jack Fitzpatrick and Jake Ahearn, the former of Woburn and the later [sic] of West Newton, sparred five rounds. Fitzpatrick was more epxerienced and a better judge of distance. Eugene Buckley was master of ceremonies.    The next meeting of the club will be held on Thursday evening, Feb. 27. — The Boston Globe 31 January 1902

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TWENTY-THIRD BALL Hoffman Club of Brockton Holds Its Annual Ball    BROCKTON, Jan. 31—The 23d annual entertainment and ball of the Hoffman club took place tonight in Canton hall, which was filled with young people from all the neighboring towns, including delegations from the Wampatuck, Russel, Emmet, Hoopla, and Yale social clubs.    The entertainment consisted of baritone solos by Thomas O'Brien, buck and wing dancing by Thomas Burke, soprano solos by Miss Josephine Lynch, cornet duets by Burke brothers, readings by Miss Margaret McCullough and mandolin selections by Guillo Desimone.    The hall was handsomely decorated. There were nearly 100 couples at the ball. Frank Sheehan was floor director, and was assisted by Edward Anderson, Richard Vincent, Stephen Collins, Edward Gilmore, James Welsh, Fred Mudgett, George Denehy, Edward Brennan, Albert Campbell, Michael Sheehan, John Brennan, John Smith, George Connors, John Ahern, Walter Campbell, Charles Randolph, Fred Longe, . . .  — The Boston Globe 1 February 1902

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IRISH NATIONAL FORESTERS HOLD THIRD BIENNIAL SESSION.    Nearly every delegate and officer of the Irish National Foresters' benevolent association was present when Mayor Collins came to bid the third biennial session of that organization welcome in behalf of the city at the American house yesterday.  . . .     After the rollcall the following were appointed on committees; credentials, John Shea, Boston, Thomas F. Mullin, Providence, Edward Riley, Lawrence.    Rules of order, John T. Smith, Waltham; Edmund Russell, Somerville; John F. Ahern, Charlestown; Peter Burns, Lawrence; Patrick Duggan, Rhode Island.    Constitution, John F. Ahern, Francis Kennedy, Daniel Neville, Peter Burns, . . .  — The Boston Globe 4 February 1902

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Wells Social Club The Wells social club, composed of young women connected with the Wells Memorial Institute, held a complimentary party last evening, to which all the members of the institute were invited. During the dancing the floor was in charge of Miss Winnie Coyne, assisted by Misses Maggie Dempsey, Nora Ahern, Mabel Pond, Bessie Coyne, Julia Coffee, Annie Dempsey, Jennie Whitworth, Grace Rent and Nellie Coughlin. The entertainment consisted of vocal and instrumental selections by Messrs Margey, M. Driscoll, T. Brennan and T. Kelley. — The Boston Globe 4 February 1902

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CATHOLIC INSTITUTE'S BALL Young Men's Society of Lowell Held a Dance Last Night.    LOWELL, Feb. 4—The fifth annual concert and ball of the Young Men's Catholic Institute of Belvidere was held in Huntington hall tonight. The hall was handsomely decorated with bunting, lace, flowers and electric globes. Suspended in the center of the hall was a floral piece surrouded by electric lamps. Above the platform was an electric piece with the motto of the institute, “God and Our Neighbor,” and the initials of the institute, “Y. M. C. I.”    From 8 to 9:30 o'clock the Lowell cadet orchestra gave a concert. The grand march was then formed, about 100 couples being in line. . . . Supper was served in Jackson hall before midnight.    The officers were John T. Buckley general manager, John T. McLaughlin, Joseph Meadowcroft assistants, James A. Finnerty floor director, John C. King, John H. McCaffrey, John J. Cox, Frank A. Burns, George Holmes, Bryant J. Coleman, Walter F. King, Thomas J. Finnerty, Peter Perrault, Eugene Queenan, J. Walter Foye, Thomas J. Ahearn, James J. Donnelly, J. B. Boulger, William J. McLaughlin, George E. Clark, Philip Maguire, Christopher J. McSorley, John J. Sullivan and Augustus Doyle assistants. . . .  — The Boston Globe 5 February 1902

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Biennial Session of the Irish National Foresters At the Banquet    About 100 were present at the banquet given at the American house in the evening. John Shea was toastmaster. The toasts responded to were: “City of Boston,” Hon. W. T. A. Fitzgerald; “The advance of our order,” James H. McGlynn; “Ireland a nation.” John F. Ahern; “The Ladies,” J. F. Neylon; “The state of Massachusetts,” State President John A. Ryan of the A. O. H.; “The Boer war,” Richard J. Barry; “Progress of the irish race,” J. B. O'Higgins; “Our organization,” John A. Rose; “The Press,” Martin J. O'Brien. — The Boston Globe 5 February 1902

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More Than 400 Attended    More than 400 attended the whist and dancing party held in Monument hall, Charlestown. last evening under the auspices of the Fr. Mathew T. A. and L. society and its ladies auxiliary. Whist prizes were awarded as follows: First lady's, a bronze clock. Miss Elizabeth Ahern; second, candelabra, Mrs. Stephen Cronin; third, a picture, Miss Theresa Kiley; first gentleman's, an umbrella, Patrick Coyle; second, military brushes, Daniel Hayes; third, gold cuff buttons, Joseph Green. Fifty tables were occupied by the players.    Dancing followed. Refreshments were served during the evening. John H. Killilea was floor director and John Green assistant. The committee in charge comprised John J. Hayes, Joseph Harkins, William Murphy, Bernard Flanagan, Miss Mary Herrick, Miss Dora Ahearn, Miss Mary McCarty, Miss Kitty Melligan, Miss Molly Cassidy and Miss Nellie Manning. — The Boston Globe 6 February 1902

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SUPREME COURT SENTENCES. AUBURN, Me. Feb 8— . . . The following sentences were also imposed in cases wherre the parties had pleaded guilty or been convicted: John J. O'Hearn, breaking, entering and larceny, one year in jail; James O'Hearn, breaking, entering and larceny, reform school during minority; . . .  — The Boston Globe 9 February 1902

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Eleventh Annual Ball of the Newfoundlanders' Mutual Benefit Association Last Evening. The 11th annual ball of the Newfoundlanders' mutual benefit association was held last evening in Odd Fellows' hall, Tremont and Berkeley sts. It was a big success socially and financially. . . . The special guests of the association were Mr. and Mrs. Martin Breen, Mr. and Mrs. John Dempsey, Mr. Patrick Fidelle, Mr. M. A. Ahern, . . .  — The Boston Globe 11 February 1902

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TRUE BILLS  . . . John O'Hearn, Lowell, breaking and entering, guilty . . .  — The Boston Globe 15 February 1902

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NATICK'S LARGE CAUSUS At Citizens' Meeting 542 Votes Cast—G. N. Cobb, J. H. Gilligan and Patrick Mahan for Selectmen. NATICK, Feb. 19—The citizens' caucus at Concert hall this evening was one of the largest the party has held, 542 votes being cast. Warren A. Bird was chairman and John J. Ahern secretary. . . .  — The Boston Globe 20 February 1902

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HATTERS' BIG BALL Locals 5 and 6 Conduct a Very Successful Affair.    Locals 5 and 6 of the United Hatters of North America held their sixth annual ball at Odd Fellows' hall last night, and it was attended by a crowd that taxed the capacity of the hall. Handsome souvenirs were distributed during the evening.  . . .     The reception committee comprised James Connors, M. McGinty, W. Nihil, M. O'Rourke, R. Ingersoll, M. Connors, C. Humphries, M. Collins, F. Griffith's, H. Eaton, M. Shae [sic], J. Ahearn, E. Smith, W. Graham, P. Lanf, A. Khilbeck, J. Russell, O. Monahan, J. Harkins, J. Lynch, J. Messier, D. McLoughlin, C. Hunsicker, C. Henderson, R. Boyd and D. Graham.  . . .  — The Boston Globe 22 February 1902

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Grand Master Reads His Report to A. O. U. W. Meeting Officers Will be Elected at Today's Session    The 25th annual session of the grand lodge, A. O. U. W. [Ancient Order of United Workmen?], met in Paul Revere hall, Mechanics building, at 10 o'clock yesterday, Grand Master Orville A. Ward presiding.  . . .     The morning session was limited to the nominations of officers, and those were as follows: . . . grand guide, Oliver B. Dow of Haverhill, Edward J. Graves of Amesbury, John J. Sullivan of Roxbury, John J. Ahearn of South Boston, Henry A. Boyden of Sharon . . .  — The Boston Globe 26 February 1902

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A. O. U. W. GRAND LODGE CLOSES HARMONIOUS SESSION        Yesterday's session of the A. O. U. W. grand lodge was called to order at 9 o'clock by Grand Master O. A. Ward of Dorchester. There was even a larger attendance than Tuesday, 240 lodges being represented, 214 from Massachusetts, 25 from New Hampshire and one from Vermont. Five lodges only were not represented.  . . .     The officers elected are: . . . grand guide, John J. Ahearn of South Boston; . . .  — The Boston Globe 27 February 1902

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CHARGE OF ATTEMPTED MURDER. UNUSUAL OCCURRENCE IN COURT. GUNNEDAH, Wednesday. Thomas Smith was brought before the Bench this morning charged with attempting to murder Kate Ahern, at Curlewis, on the 27th ultimo. After the evidence of the apprehending constable had been taken, Kate Ahern was called. She had been sent from the hospital without any attendant, and was supported by the 'bus driver when at the back of the court, she not being able to walk steadily by herself. Her head, neck, and hands were swathed with bandages. When placed in a chair and the Bible given her, she was seized with a violent fit of hysterics, and was laid on the floor. No water was obtainable, but a man brought some brandy. Dr. Lee was sent for. She was taken into the witnesses' room, and gradually recovered. The hearing of the case was postponed till 2 o'clock, on the recommendation of the doctor. The case will be heard with closed doors. Later. The case against Thomas Smith on a charge of attempting to murder Kate Ahern, at Curlewis, on the 27th ultimo, lasted till 8.15 tonight, when he was committed for trial at the Circuit Court, Tamworth, on April 15 next. On the accused being committed, the prosecutrix was again taken with a fit of violent hysterics, and had to be removed from the court. — Sydney Morning Herald 6 March 1902

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REAL ESTATE MATTERS. An estate on Dudley av. West Roxbury, taxed to Sarah C. Williams, has passed to the ownership of Daniel J. Ahern. There is about 7618 square feet of land, taxed for $1800. — The Boston Globe 12 March 1902

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WITHOUT OPPOSITION. Four Leading Grand N. E. O. P. Officers Reelected.    The 15th annual session of the Massachusetts grand lodge, N. E. O. P. [New England Order of Protection], met in Deacon hall, Boston, at 10 o'clock yesterday morning and was at once called to order by the Grand Warden Guilford S. Newhall of Lynn.  . . .     Louis A. Pasco, E. W. Frye, A. F. Hopkins, Harry Edwards, R. H. Burden, Henry Bliss and John J. Ahern were appointed tellers.  . . .  — The Boston Globe 13 March 1902

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LIMBURGER CHEESE CLUB WILL FIGHT FOR LIBERTY ——— Headed by Alderman William O'Hearn Louisville Organization Engages Lawyers and Will Oppose Allen. Louisville, Ky., March 16.—[Special.]—If Dr. M. K. Allen, health officer of Louisville, enforces his order prohibiting the sale and manufacture of Limburger cheese in this city, the Limburger Cheese club, of which Alderman William O'Hearn is President, will protest against the order. The club is composed of a number of prominent politicians. It meets regularly to eat choice Limburger and drink imported beers. The members of the club have been appealed to by Germans who eat the cheese and merchants who sell it to use their influence to prevent Dr. Allen from issuing and enforcing his order. Mr. O'Hearn says the club will take the matter up, and may carry the case to the courts to test the legality of the health officer's proposed action. Another plan is for the club to secure an injunction against Dr. Allen to restrain him from interfering with the Limburger cheese traffic. Several attorneys are members of the club, and they have offered their services to the organization. At the last meeting of the Limburger Cheese club former Mayor Weaver was the guest of honor, and he weighs about 250 pounds. This is one of the members' arguments that Limburger is good for the digestion and is healthy food. — Chicago Tribune 17 March 1902

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WOMAN SEES HER SISTER KILLED ——— Miss Katherine Holt Crushed Under Cars at Grade Crossing—Her Brother Killed Same Day ———    Chicago, March 20.—On the way to her brother's home in Hegewisch after receiving news of his sudden death yesterday, Miss Katherine Holt was instantly killed by a Pittsburg and Fort Wayne passenger train at Cottage Grove avenue and Seventy- second street. Her sister, Mrs. Lucie Aherne, was saved from a like fate by the bravery of an aged flagman, who jumped in front of the engine and pushed the woman aside.    The flagman, Swiss Peters, 65 years old, sustained injuries from which he may die, while the woman whose life he saved was with difficulty restrained from throwing herself in a frenzy of grief beneath the car wheels. At her home, 3555 Vincennes avenue, she was delirious, and members of the family express fear that her mind may become affected over the shock.    Edward Holt, 13244 Hegewich avenue, another member of the family, while on the mission of buying a coffin for his brother, boarded the same train which had killed his sister, without knowledge of the latter tragedy. Holt was known to the conductor of the train, J. C. Mack. It was the latter who broke the news to the man. As he approached the passenger to take his ticket, the conductor did not know that he was about to impart the second death that had occurred in the Holt family in one day. It was Holt who spoke first.    “Did you hear of my brother's death today?” he asked of the conductor. The latter had prepared himself to notify Holt of the death of his sister, and was so taken back by the man's words that he could scarcely summon courage to tell him the news which would cause him more sorrow. — Fort Worth Register 22 March 1902

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NEW GRAND JURY TOMORROW. Alderman Brenner's Bribery Charges Likely to Be Considered—List of Possible Jurors.    The March grand jury, which is expected to make an investigation of alleged fraudulent registration in the First Ward, and which may consider the bribery charges made by Alderman N. T. Brenner, will be sworn in tomorrow by Judge Kavanagh. Relative to the Aldermanic squabble over Brenner's statements, State's Attorney Deneen had this to say:    “If there is evidence enough to support the case it will be taken before the jury. If the case gets too scandalous, it will be called before the jury for investigation, no matter what the evidence.”    The men from whom the jury of twenty-three members is to be selected are:  . . . James J. Ahearn, . . .  — Chicago Tribune 23 March 1902

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Dewar Gets Decision Over Ahearn In the semi-windup between Jimmy Deward and “Shorty” Ahearn [sic], the former was given the decision by Referee Hogan, and the crowd showed disapproval. From a fighting standpoint the battle was poor, but Ahearn seemed to have the better of the milling. He landed more clean blows, and in the last round split Dewar's left eye with a right hand swing. — Chicago Tribune 25 March 1902

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VAUDEVILLE AND A DANCE St. Gabriel's Holy Name Society Entertains in Penn-Fulton Hall An entertainment and reception was given by St. Gabriel's R. C. Church Holy Name Society, on Monday evening, at Penn-Fulton Hall, Pensylvania and Fulton street. . . . The officers of the society are: Spiritual Director, the Rev. William Ahern . . . — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 12 April 1902

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MORE WATER CURE CASES ——— Former Soldiers Tell Their Experiences in the Philippines. Isadore H. Dube, of Watertown, Mass., formerly sergeant in Company A, Twenty- sixth Volunteer Infantry, yestified before the Philippine Committee yesterday. He saw the water cure administered to a native in the presence of Lieut. Conger and Capt. Glenn. He also told of the burning of houses in the Island of Panay. He cited a case where a woman was put into a guardhouse with fifteen male native prisoners. He said the Filipino prisoners and the peaceful natives were treated with great kindness by the Americans. January H. Manning, of Boston, of the same regiment, said the water cure was administered to natives by order of Capt. Gregg to secure confession as to the death of Private O'Hearn, who was burned to death. He said there was no doubt as to the guilt of the parties in the atrocity. He also testified to the kind treatment accorded to Filipino prisoners. — The Washington Post 9 May 1902

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MAYNARD Miss Mamie Ahearn of Needham is the guest of Miss Celia Cook. — The Concord Enterprise 2 July 1902

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Catholic Church News The Rev. William Ahern of St. Gabriel's Church, who has been sick, is now supposed to be out of danger. In about a month Father Ahern expects to be able to take hold of his parish again. He is now at Monticello, convalescing. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 17 August 1902

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[baseball] Diamond Chips Hughey Ahearn left Pittsburgh for Brooklyn last night. He is likely to be laid up a couple of weeks. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 23 August 1902

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The Hon. C. S. Rolls, one of the most expert of English motorists, was in collision with a dog-cart while driving from Harnet Fair. Mr. Ahern, of Wood Green, and his son, who were in the dog cart, received injuries, while Mr. Rolls and his companion escaped with a shaking. [The 1901 census for England & Wales lists a Christ(opher) Ahern, Dock Worker, age 32 in Wood Green.] — The Penny Illustrated Paper 13 September 1902

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[baseball] Diamond Chips Hughey Ahearn has signed a Brooklyn contract for 1903. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 23 September 1902

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To Utilize Snow Water of the Bighorn Mountains Investigations by the United States Geological Survey are now in progress in Northern Wyoming, with a view to extending the use of the available water supply in that portion of the state. Jeremiah Ahern, an engineer of the Geoligical Survey, is in charge of the work. Particular attention is directed to the eastern slope of the Bighorn Mountains, where important storage problems in the headwaters of the Sulphur, Powder and Tongue Rivers await solution. These streams, after leaving the mountains, flow through fertile bench [sic] and valley lands, which, with proper irrigation, would be valuable for agricultural development. The rainfall of the region is light during the time water is needed for irrigation, but the winter snows on the mountain slopes are usually heavy and furnish large quantities of water to the streams. The source of supply at present is an extremely unsatisfactory one, for the warm rains of spring melt the snow rapidle and produce disastrous floods, in which large quanitities of water pass through the streams unused. There are, however, a number of lakes in the region, favorably situated to be used for storage. One of these is Lake De Smet, whose water surface is said to be 30 feet below the lowest part of its rim. In this lake it is proposed to store part of the headwaters of the Powder River, thus saving a large body of water for irrigation which is now entirely wasted. Mr. Ahern has been engaged during the present summer in gaging the flow of the streams on the eastern slope of the Bighorn mountains and in investigating the possibilities and probable cost of water storage in the region. — Brooklyn Daily Eagle 3 October 1902

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Personalities Mrs. William Ahern and Master Harry Gears spent Sunday with relatives in Wilmington. — The Middletown Transcript 8 November 1902

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John Ahern Suffocated John Ahern, a brass polisher, went to his room at 950½ Harrison street intoxicated last Friday night, turned on the gas, forgot to light it and lay down on the bed with his overcoat, boots and other clothing on. The escaping gas suffocated him. His body was found yesterday morning. Ahern was about 55 years of age and has a wife in the East. — San Francisco Call 14 December 1902

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ATTEMPTED MURDER AND SUICIDE SYDNEY, January 20.    A tragedy has occurred at Moree. A youth named Horace Ezzy objected to his sweetheart, Kate Ahearn, going to a party, and became so incensed at her insisting on going that he attempted to cut her throat, inflicting a slight wound, and then fatally cut his own throat. SYDNEY, January 21.    A previous sweetheart of Ahearn's is serving a sentence for attempting to murder her. He inflicted a wound in her throat. — Hawera & Normanby Star 21 January 1903

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SILVER STATE SOCIETY PEOPLE Mr. and Mrs. Con Ahearn of Virginia City, Nevada, were the guests of the latter's sister-in-law, Mrs. William Armour in this city Sunday. Mrs. and Mrs. Ahearn, who are well known in San Jose are prominent society people of the Silver State city. Recently Mrs. and Mrs. Ahearn purchased the International Hotel in Virginia City, a hostelry well known to the traveling public in that section of the country, and they have been in San Francisco the past week procuring new furniture and other appointments for the comofrt and convenience of their patrons. — San Jose Evening News 26 January 1903

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WILL OF EX-SENATOR DAWES. Pittsfield Man Bequeaths Bulk of His Estate to His Daughter, Miss Anna L. Dawes. PITTSFIELD, Mass., Feb. 11—The will of the late Henry L. Dawes was filed for probate in the Berkshire court this evening. His daughter, Miss Anna L. Dawes, is named as executrix. He leaves instructions for the erection of a suitable monument, and makes the following bequests: To his sons, Chester Mitchell Dawes of Chicago and Henry L. Dawes Jr. of this city, and his grandson, Henry L. Dawes 3d, $500 each; to his daughters-in-law, Ada B. Dawes of Chicago and Catherine P. Dawes of Pittsfield, $300, to a granddaughter, Electa Sanderson Dawes of Chicago, deceased, $300; to his coachman, Patrick O'Hearn, $200. To his daughter, Anna L. Dawes, who has devoted her life to the care and comfort of her parents, is bequeathed the remainder of the estate, with the approval of his sons. The estate is estimated at about $30,000. — The Boston Globe 12 February 1903

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Those who have entertained and been away Miss Lockerman, of Blackbird, spent Saturday with her aunt, Mrs. William Ahern. — The Middletown Transcript 18 April 1903

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SOUTH ACTON Thomas O'Hern is working at the coal and lumber yard. — The Concord Enterprise 29 April 1903

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MARYLAND NEWS NOTES The stockholders of the new bank recently organized at Galena met to-day and elected the following Board of Directors: Dr. E. A. Scott, president; Henry Parr, vice president; L. R. Vansant, Thomas Massey, J. F. Ahearn, E. S. Short and R. L. Duhammell, directors. Richard Walls was chosen cashier. — Philadelphia Inquirer 7 May 1903

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Notice of Tax Taking The owners and occupants of the following described parcels of real estate situated in the Town of Arlington, in the County of Middlesex and Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the public, are hereby notified that the taxes thereon severally assessed for the years hereinafter specified, according to the lists committed to me as Collector of Taxes for said Town of Arlington, by the Assessors of taxes, remain unpaid, and the smallest undivided part of said land sufficient to satisfy said taxes, with interest and all legal costs and charges, or the whole of said land, if no person offers to take an undivided part thereof, will be offered for sale by public auction at the Collector's office, Town Hall Building, in said Arlington, on June 1st, 1903 at ten o'clock, A.M., for the payment of said taxes with interest, cost and charges thereon, unless the same shall be previously discharged. PATRICK J. AHERN House, stable and 12,775 sq. ft. of land at 21 Webster street, described as follows:— Beginning on Webster st., 79 ft. from southerly line of Warren street; thence by Webster street 100 ft. to land of Charles T. Scannell; thence southerly 126.48 ft.; thence easterly on land now or formerly of Whittemore heirs 98 ft.; thence northerly 132 feet to point of beginning, containing 12,775 sq. ft., being property conveyed by Kezia H. Cowin, Sept. 1, 1888, recorded at Middlesex South District Registry Deeds, Book 1870, page 78. Tax for 1902, $66.35 — Arlington Advocate 9 May 1903

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Cresco, Ia., May 18.—While attempting to board a passenger train at this point T. Ahern, roadmaster of the Iowa and Minnesota division of the Milwaukee and St. Paul railway, fell under the wheels and was instantly killed, his body being almost cut in two. He had been roadmaster of this division over thirty years. — Chicago Tribune 20 May 1903

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B. J. Ahern of the United States secret service bureau has installed a station at Seattle and established the Bertillon [criminal identification] system therein. — Chicago Tribune 5 June 1903

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SHOT HIS DYING VICTIM ———— Assailant of New Rochelle Watchman Made Murder Sure. ——— Supposed Burglar Killed Employe of Wealthy Residents Italian Suspect Held at Port Chester —— NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y., June 20.—Maurice Ahearn, a private watchman in Rochelle Park, was murdered this morning by a supposed burglar. While on duty about 1:15 o'clock this morning the watchman saw a man with a bag over his shoulder, and stopping him asked what he carried. The stranger replied that it was none of Ahearn's business. The men came to blows, and a few seconds later several shots were fired. Residents of the park who were aroused by the firing hastened from their houses and found Ahearn lying in Manhattan Avenue. A bullet had entered his body over the heart, and he died soon afterward. The shooting was in front of the residence of Joseph P. Brown, Vice President of the Knickerbocker Trust. Dr. Johnson, who had been sitting up with a sick friend, heard all that passed between the murderer and his victim. He says that the men grappled and rolled on the ground. After a short struggle the watchman regained his feet, and kept a grip on his opponent's collar. The stranger drew a revolver and, placing it against Ahearn's breast, fired, the bullet entering the watchman's body over the heart. Dr. Johnson says that the man after having fired the shot put his revolver back into his pocket and walked away slowly. After going a short distance he returned to where Ahearn was lying, and, placing the revolver to the watchman's neck, fired a second shot. Then he fired a third shot into Ahearn's right side. After firing the third shot the murderer fled. Dr. Johnson rushed from the house, and on reaching Ahearn found that the man was dying. He hastened back to the house and telephoned to the police. Sergt. Kelly sent several policemen to the scene of the murder and others to the railroad stations. He also telephoned to the police stations of nearby places to keep a lookout for the fugitive. Ahearn was thirty-two years old and unmarried. He had been employed by the residents of Rochelle Park, which is a fashionable section of the town, for several years. Col. Edward Lyman Bill, President of the Police Board, has offered a reward of $1,000 for the capture of the murderer. Of this sum, $500 is offered on behalf of the city and $500 on behalf of the Rochelle Park Association. The Knights of Columbus, of which Ahearn was a member, have sent to Boston for a bloodhound, which will be put on the trail of the murderer. The Italian arrested in Port Chester has been brought here, and the police, after investigating his story, said that they believed that he had accounted for his whereabouts at the time of the shooting, though he is still held. The real murderer may be hiding in New Rochelle. [See also: 23 June 1903.] — New York Times 21 June 1903

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THINK THEY HAVE MURDERER NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y., June 22.—It is believed by the police that the murderer of Special Officer Ahearn is now in the Police Headquarters and is dying. An Italian was found at Tuckahoe this evening who, it is said, answers the description of the murderer, slight as it was. He is badly battered up. His face shows signs of a severe beating, such a one as Ahearn administered to the man he had the struggle with. He was brought to the Police Headquarters here and is in such a bad condition that a priest was summoned to administer to him the last rites of the Church. The man says he is Francisco Casse, and is in such a state as to be practically unable to talk. If he is the murderer he has been in hiding in the wooded land to the north of the city, and how in his beaten and bruised condition he ever reached Tuckahoe is uncertain. From his condition now it seems almost impossible that he should have been able to travel a mile. Of course he has probably been more or less without food, and this further weakened him. The bloodhound which the Knights of Columbus secured from Boston arrived tonight, and at a late hour was taken to the scene of the murder of Ahearn. An effort is being made to have him take up the scent. [See also: 26 June 1903.] — New York Times 23 June 1903

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CHASE FOR MURDERER ——— Of Policeman Ahearn With Blood Hounds at New Rochelle—An Italian Suspect. New Rochelle, N. Y., June 24.—Detectives who are trying to run down the assassins of Policeman Ahearn, who was killed Saturday morning in a battle with a man supposed to have been a burglar, have taken part in a midnight hunt for the murderer with a blood hound. The chase, which was novel to the residents of New Rochelle, was witnessed by a score of wealthy men and public officials who followed the blood hound and police at a safe distance. After covering a 20 mile course in the darkness without running the murderer to cover, the hound was taken to police headquarters, where he was turned loose in the cell of Frank Peffo, an Italian suspected of the crime. The man grew pale as death and trembled with fear as the animal was smelling of his clothing. After spending a few minutes in the cell the hound gave up the scent and returned to the corridor, which leads the police to believe that if Peffo killed Ahearn he has since washed all traces from his clothing. — Grand Forks Daily Herald 25 June 1903

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ADMITS KILLING AHEARN ———— Italian Suspect Tells of Shooting Rochelle Park Watchman. ———— Says Victim Fired First, but His Revolver Was Found Undisturbed in His Pocket ———— NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y., June 25.—Francesco Raffo, the Italian arrested several days ago on suspicion of having killed Maurice Ahearn, the special policeman, in Rochelle Park, on Saturday morning, to-night went on the stand at the Coroner's inquest and admitted his guilt. He asserted that the shooting was done in self-defense and alleged that Ahearn had first abused him and then fired at him. This was contradicted by the fact that Ahearn's pistol apparently never had been drawn and was found in his hip pocket, fully loaded. Before Raffo confessed several witnesses had added to the evidence against him which had been furnished by Bernardina Seraffo, the girl he was to have married last Sunday, and who washed his stained clothing, and by others who lived in the house with her. His brother, Raffaelo, had tried in vain to clear him by swearing he had not been out of the house, but the evidence was so at variance that the accused man declared that his brother was weak-minded in order to save him from being thought a perjurer. Raffo is intelligent and apparently well educated. He spoke English fairly well except when laboring under excitement, and then he lapsed into his mother tongue and his words had to be interpreted by Detective Sergeant Petrasine of New York. The accused was cool and even smiling when telling his story. Coroner Weisendanger warned him strongly as to his rights and of the fact that he might be convicted upon his own statement. Raffo told of his being employed in the marble quarries at Tuckahoe, and continued: “I went to see the girl on Friday night around 6 or 7 o'clock, and stayed there until about 12. My intended wife went to bed about 11 o'clock, leaving me with John, with whom I had several drinks. I crossed to the park, and was at the circle when a man came from behind the bushes. In one hand he had a big pistol and in the other what I thought was a tin pistol. He said: 'Where are you going?' I replied I was going to Tuckahoe. He said that road did lead to Tuckahoe. I said I knew where I was going, having gone over that road many times before. He then in a threatening way said I had better turn back. “When I turned to go back he struck me on the head three times with the small pistol, which stunned me some. Then he got hold of me. I asked him why he struck me. He replied, `I want to kill you.' He threw me to the ground, and as he did he fell with me. Both of us fought hard, rolling on the ground. We got up, and the man pulled out his pistol. I pulled, too. We both fired together. He fired first. Then I shot five times. I did not think I hit him while I fired the five shots. He was always walking. When he fired he was three feet away. Then he got nearer, about one foot away, and then I fired five shots. He ran away in one direction and I in another. I thought he was a loafer and he had some other loafers behind him. “My clothes I brought to the house and left the hat in Oak Street. I stopped and picked up the hat after the fight. I was all full of blood. The blood came from the cut on the head. I had two handkerchiefs which I used to wipe off the blood off my face and left them in the Oak Street house. The revolver was in my coat pocket. The man did not come out like an officer but more like a loafer. In changing the clothes I took the coat of Frank Crotche and the hat of Angelo Banzo. They lived at that house. “Saturday night I came to New Rochelle and stayed for about an hour and a half. I told the folks I was going to Brooklyn, but when I got outside I found it was raining, and changed my mind, going to Tuckahoe instead. Sunday night I was in New Rochelle, and stayed about two hours. I had several dances with my sweetheart at houses of friends of hers.” The Coroner asked if the residents in the Oak Street house had spoken to him about the stained coat and hat, and the prisoner replied he had nothing to say as to that. In reply to another question he said that his intended wife had not refused to marry him because of she thought he had shot the watchman. She did not ask him about it on Sunday night. He said, however, that his intended brother-in-law had refused to sanction the marriage after he learned about the fight. That was Sunday. Giuseppe Raffo, a brother of the accused man, who was arrested to-day by Sergt. Frank Cody and Policeman Sweeney at his home in Brooklyn, testified that when he came to New Rochelle to get the bundle of clothes he did not know there had been a murder. He had lost the bundle, he said, while drunk, but had given the revolver, undisturbed, to his boarding mistress. The police have the weapon. Raffo was held by the Coroner. A dispute is in prospect over the payment of the reward which was offered for the arrest of the watchman's slayer, as there are several claimants. [See also: Maurice Ahearn] — New York Times 26 June 1903

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Notes of the Various Doings of the Summer Campers IDYLLWILD (Strawberry Valley) July 20.—The summer school of forestry opened yesterday afternoon with a lecture by Dr. W. L. Jepson of the department of botany of the department of botany of the State University. Two lectures are given at the sanatorium every morning, one at 9 o'clock and the second at 10, and several have been promised for the evenings, to be fully illustrated by lantern slides. Idyllwild is in the main pine belt of the San Jacinto Mountains, and several afternoons will be devoted to excursions into the surrounding forest, which is said to be rich in flora, immediately available for illustrations.  . . .  Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ahern are recent arrivals from Los Angeles. They are accompanied by their daughter, Miss Louise. — Los Angeles Times 31 July 1903

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Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ahern and daughter, who have occupied one of the housekeeping tents for several weeks, returned to Los Angeles this morning. — Los Angeles Times 16 August 1903

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SANTA ANA. Immense Grain Yield. SANTA ANA, Aug.17—Early forecasts of an immense grain crop on the San Joaquin ranch are justified by the returns. Conservative estimates place the yield harvested and being stored in warehouses at 275,000 sacks—25,000 wheat and the remainder barley. This makes the largest crop on the ranch since 1893, with one exception, when the yield was very slightly in excess of this year. . . .  Among those who are farming large tracts on the San Joaquin this year are Howard Wassum, 2000 acres; James Sleeper, 1500 acrtes; S. M. Culver, 1300; J. E. Woodington, 1100; Angle & Call, 1200; P. Ahern, 1100. Many others have in excess of 500 acres apiece. — Los Angeles Times 18 August 1903

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Zouave Reunion at Gettysburg Gettysburg, Pa., Sept. 6.—At the formal reunion exercises of the veterans of the Third Army Corps of New York, which took place at the Second Zouave monument on the battle field, addresses were made by Capt. Stewart and William O'Hearn, both of New York. On their return to town the graves of the New York section in the national cemetery were decorated. — The Washington Post 7 September 1903

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SHOT FOR UNKNOWN REASON. James O'Hearn Seriously Wounded by Stranger While Walking in Thirty-ninth Street.    As the result of a mysterious shooting at Thirty-night street and Wentworth avenue at 1:45 o'clock this morning James O'Hearn is at Provident hospital seriously wounded.    O'Hearn lives at Fifty-second street and Union avenue, and was walking toward his house, accompanied by two friends. When near Thirty-ninth street a man stepped out from a dark alley and fired. The bullet entered O'Hearn's side and he fell unconscious. The man who shot him ran away.    The Thirty-ninth street police were notified and arrested three men on suspicion. There were a number of people in the street at the time, and those who witnessed the shooting said there was no attempt at robbery. — Chicago Tribune 13 September 1903

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Police Court Francis O'Hearn was arrested in Boston, and in Cambridge Police Court on Thursday was held on two counts, charged with the larceny of carpenters' tools. The alleged theft was from the premises of Luther C. Weathers, on Paul Revere Road. O'Hearn was sentenced to four months but he appealed both cases and is held in three hundred dollars on each of the two counts for the next session of the Grand Jury. — Arlington Advocate 17 October 1903

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MARRIAGE LICENSES A marriage license was issued today to Thomas Ahern, aged 26, of El Toro, and Edith Forsythe, aged 17, of Los Angeles. — Los Angeles Times 16 December 1903

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O'Hern Witnessed Fire, John O'Hern of the Armour Packing company returned last night from Chicago, where he spent the holidays. Mrs. O'Hern will remain in Chicago for a few days. Mr. O'Hern was in Chicago at the time of the Iriquois theater fire and confirms the reports of the awful effect the blow had on the Windy city. He was an eye witness to the work of recovering the bodies, which, he said, were hauled away in heaps like so many beeves. Mr. O'Hern returned via St. Louis and Kansas City. — Omaha Morning World-Herald 4 January 1904

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INSULT TO THE FAITHFUL HEN.    What's the matter with the American chicken? Has it deteriorated to the boarding house standard and lost all its attractiveness for epicures? Can it be possible that a chicken hatched in the United States and reared to the market stage on a diet of oatmeal is usurped in the estimation of the American gourmand by a chicken that attains its majority in the northern part of France?    These questions are appealing to the first-class restaurant keepers of Chicago. They are wondering whether the tastes of their patrons will justify the purchase of fat-breasted pullets with the trademark, “Made in France,” in competition with the meal-fed American born, patriotic spring chicken. It's a question of dollars and cents to the restaurant keepers and the patrons as well.    It costs something to order a Normandy chicken or a Brittany capon in the best restaurants. And there are few of these eating places which have the daring to include imported chickens on their menus. The innovation, if it can be thus designated, was introduced two years ago when Tom O'Herne, a South Water street commission merchant, notified his trade that he had six dozen of the finest imported chickens ever brought into the market.    Mr. O'Herne had undertaken the risk of importing a case of chickens from France. He had six dozen of the fowls, hand-picked, all white feathered and white skinned, their feet wrapped in tissue paper and the feathers left on their heads as an evidence of genuineness. they were guaranteed milk-fed to weigh at least a pound and a quarter each. As to their tenderness and appetizing qualities, Mr. O'Herne was confident.    Three of the best hotels and two restaurants which cater to the palates of the wealthy promptly relieved Mr. O'Herne of any further worry. The chickens were listed on the bills of fare at varying prices, ranging from $1.25 to $2 each, and they went like “hot cakes.” They were voted far ahead of any chicken that first saw the light of day beneath the Stars and Stripes. This may have been because they were listed as foreign born.    The importation of chickens from France is not the only feature of the trade in South Water street just now. Foreign game birds are being daily brought into Chicago, at a time when the game laws make it almost impossible for restaurant keepers to meet the wants of their customers. It is possible for hotel and restaurant men to buy Norway grouse, Scotch ptarmigan and English partridge in South Water street at half the price usually charged for native game.—Chicago Chronicle. — Dallas Morning News 29 May 1904

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HOTEL MAN'S FATAL BLOW. Row Over Lawsuit Has Fatal End—Self-Defense the Claim. James Ahearn, proprietor of the Cambridgeport Hotel, Forty-ninth Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues, yesterday struck William Waldmeier of 527 West Fifty-second Street with his fist, causing him to fall on the back of his head on the marble floor in a saloon at Third Avenue and One Hundred and Fifty-sixth Street. Waldmeier was taken to Lebanon Hospital, where he died within two hours without recovering consciousness. Ahearn, who is a very small man, fled, but later in the day surrendered himself at the District Attorney's office, where he was told to go to a police station. Accordingly he went to the Morrisania Police Station. There had been a lawsuit over the installation of an ice machine at the Cambridgeport, and the two men met in the saloon. Waldmeier, Ahearn said, who was a witness against him, had struck him and he struck back in self-defense. Concussion of the brain is believed to have caused death. Ahearn was released in $10,000 bail by Coroner Berry. — New York Times 2 June 1904

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Police Court Arlington police as a rule are less harsh with wrong doers than some we know of, for their plan has been to caution where it has been considered thoughtlessness rather than wilfull violation was the cause. Knowing that a place in town was frequented by some young men for gaming purposes, they were warned to discontinue the practice. Not heeding, last Sunday morning the place was visited and John Ahern, John J. Dale, John Ryan, John Rooney were arrested for gaming on the Lord's day. Each was fined $5 in the Cambridge District Court, but appealed and gave bonds to prosecute the same. We shall be surprised if they do not find this last procedure even more foolish than defying the law in the first instance. — Arlington Advocate 4 June 1904

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FOUR PERSONS ARE STABBED. Knife Is Freely Used in Quarrels and One Injured Man May Not Recover.    Four persons were stabbed yesterday as the result of quarrels and one may not recover. They are:    Ahern, James, 21 years old, [5?]46 Twenty-sixth street, stabbed twice in the stomach as a result of quarrel on Halsted street car at Eighteenth street and Wentworth avenue; will recover; George White, a negro, arrested. . . .  — Chicago Tribune 13 June 1904

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O'Hern in Salt Lake Mike O'Hern, who it has been feared may have met with foul play because he has not been heard from for several weeks, is in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was seen there a few days ago by a gentleman of his acquaintance, who talked with him. Mike had money, a pleasant smile and was in a happy frame of mind, but declined to say just what were his future intentions. Mrs. O'Hern denies that she and her husband have separated. — Omaha Morning World-Herald 21 June 1904

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District Court The evidence against the young men arrested not long ago for gambling, on which the District Court rendered a verdict of guilty, was not sufficent to convict in the higher court and they were discharged. The testimony offered in defense was to the effect that the young men were a committee in charge of a "benefit;" that they met at the hall to square accounts; that the money on the table was part of the proceeds of tickets sold; that the playing cards the officer testified to seeing were in reality their "benefit" tickets. This story the jury believed. It was in the early hours of a Sunday morning that the police raided the place and made the arrest. — Arlington Advocate 25 June 1904

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Police Court The Frank Hearn arrested at Lexington this week for stealing a watch, is the same party who a year or more ago assaulted Mrs. Skillings and has been arrested here before for petty larcenies. — Arlington Advocate 23 July 1904

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WESTLAND—AHERN    At the parochial residence, Summer and Main Sts. yesterday afternoon at three o'clock Mr. Gus Westland of 23 Berry St., Boston, and Miss Mary Ahern of 74 Main St., this city, were united in marriage by the Rev. Henry A. Walsh.    Mr. Gus Westland was born in Youngsville, Pennsylvania [illegible] lived most of his life in the [illegible] Boston. Miss Mary Ahern is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Ahern who reside at the corner of Main and Stoddard Sts.    Mr. Ernest Gay of Stoneham acted as best man and Miss Margaret Ahern, sister of the bride, was bridesmaid. The bride wore a drab silk and the bridesmaid blue silk nuns veiling.    After receiving immediate relatives at the home of the bride's parents, they started for New York, where they intend to make their home.    The happy couple were the recipients of many handsome and valuable presents. Among some of those [illegible] Side board, John Ahern Silver knives and forks, Mrs. Ahern Morris chair, Edward Ahern Pair pictures, Mrs. B. Foley Table linens, Mrs. P. Martin Lemomnade set, Mrs. H. O'Brien Celery dish and pictures, Ruth O'Brien Silver teaspoons, Mary McHugh Silver nut set, Katherine Ahern Linen towels, Margaret Driscoll Pillow sheets, Daisy McLaughlin    The TIMES extends its best wishes to the newly married couple. — Woburn Daily Times 6 October 1904

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MARRIAGES WESTLAND—AHERN.—In Woburn, October 5, by Rev. Henry A. Walsh, Gus Westland of Boston and Mary Ahern of Woburn. — Woburn News 7 October 1904

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Patrolman Dies From Injury Revolver, Accidentally Discharged, Inflicted Wound Resulting in Death from Blood Poisoning Frank Ahearn, a patrolman of the Tenth district, died Monday as the result of a peculiar accident which happened a month ago. Ahearn was patrolling his beat, striking his club on the stone pavement at intervals. A hard tap caused his club to bounce back, striking his revolver and discharging it. The bullet entered his right leg. Physicians told Ahearn that his life could be saved by amputating his leg. This he would not consent to. Blood poisoning followed, resulting fatally. Ahearn was appointed a patrolman Aug. 21, 1899. — St. Louis Post-Dispatch 10 October 1904

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BARTH STICKS TO HIS STRANGE STORY OF AN INTENDED HOLD-UP REDDING (Shasta Co.), November 26—Everybody here has settled down to the conviction that D.V. Barth, of Chico, who at first got the credit of preventing the wrecking of the south-bound express by dynamite this side of Keswick shortly before midnight Thursday, is really the man who put the four sticks of dynamite on the rails. In other words, the whole affair was a pure fake on his part in order to get credit for a heroic rescue and probably a collection from the passengers and the gratitude of the railroad. Detective Ahern, of the Southern Pacific force, who arrived here last evening, is of the opinion that Barth played the part of a mock hero and he says he is at a loss to know what charge can be placed against the Chico man. He didn't hold the train up; he tried to save it. About the only crime he committed was to delay the train. But had he failed to stop the train by his burnt-paper signal the fake would have had a serious ending, for the four sticks of dynamite were enough to completely wreck the locomotives and destroy human lives. Barth came to Red Bluff Tuesday evening and to Redding Wednesday morning. He put up at the Golden Eagle Hotel Wednesday. He had a small handbag that would pass for baggage and was not asked to pay in advance. He was decently clad and was genteel in manners. But Thursday morning he made his poverty known to the proprietors. He sang a song that he expected to receive money in a day or two, but the hotel proprietors told him plainly that they had heard that tune before and it wouldn't work. This was on Thursday. He must move on. He walked to Keswick, five miles, in the afternoon, leaving his baggage behind him. He reached Keswick at 5 o'clock. He made several inquiries immediately on his arrival as to when the passenger train would arrive from the north. He was particular to know the exact time, and he was at the depot, which is a mile from the business part of town, half an hour before the train was due. Then he started out to Redding on foot, walking the track. He walked down as far as the Calumet bridge, and there he was held up by his imaginary bandits, and ran from them, as they fired, back up to the railroad to flag the train and prevent the "disaster." He has told conflicting stories. His descriptions of the two bandits are confusing. He can't or doesn't keep to his text. He said the paper he burned was a San Francisco Call he purchased in Redding before leaving for Keswick. The paper proved to be an Oregon publication. Officers visited the scene yesterday by daylight. They could find no trace or track of bandits. Not the least sign of tracks could be found anywhere. His story of his meeting the bandits doesn't wash. When they saw him they said, "It's all off with us now," according to Barth, a very unlikely statement to wreck a whole train and rob it. It seems unreasonable that they would have let him off so easily when the stakes they were playing were so great. Barth pretends to be an Odd Fellow. Perhaps he is, for he exhibited a receipt from Long Beach Lodge, No. 390, showing all dues paid to April 1905. He says he has a wife and child living at No. 70 Seventh Street, Chico. He was loth to give his name and address, but finally did so, adding that he had lived in Chico for about three weeks. Prior to that, for seven months, he had worked for the Sierra Lumber Company at West Branch as sawyer and foreman. There is now no charge resting against him, though he is still in jail. The prisoner was again interviewed this morning by Railroad Detective Ahern, but stuck to his story. He was told that two fishermen, honest men, lived in a cabin within 100 yards of where he said the bandits had hidden, but that they had not heard pistol or rifle firing. They were up and awake at the time and had heard the train whistle as it reached Keswick. It was so long coming that one of them suggested a possible hold-up. Barth's reply was to intimate that the fishermen might know more than it would be wise for them to tell. He had $10 when he reached Redding. This he quickly lost in a poker game. He claimed to have $140 on deposit in Chico. It may be that he felt ashamed to let his wife know of his rouble here and hit upon his wild scheme as a way out of his difficulties. — Sacramento Evening Bee 26 November 1904

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Birthday Party The residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. A. Fitzpatrick, 58 Mystic street, was the scene of a surprise party, last Monday evening, to Miss Evangeline R. Fitzpatrick, who celebrated the 15th anniversary of her birth. Miss Fitzpatrick was presented with a topaz and pearl ring. The following program was carried out: George Downs, violin selection; Frank Reynolds, Miss Frances Ahern, Miss Agnes Reynolds, Miss Julia O'Neil and Mr. William Rosenberg, piano selections; Miss Rose Bradhurst and Mr. James McConnell, solos. During the evening a collation was served. — Arlington Advocate 3 December 1904

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ENJOINS A MONEY LOANER Judge Tuley Orders Mrs. C. L. Steele from Prosecuting Claims Against William Ahearn. Mrs. C. L. Steele, a loan agent with an office at 110 La Salle street, has been enjoined by Judge Tuley from trying to collect the wages of William Ahearn, a clerk employed by the Rock Island railway. Ahearn says he borrowed $67 from the woman and was forced to sign notes for $127 and reinforce them with an assignment of his wages. Ahearn is the support of his aged mother and father. — Chicago Tribune 9 December 1904

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Mr. and Mrs. M. D. AHEARN came up from Green Bay to exchange Christmas greetings with Mr. and Mrs. T.W. ARMSTRONG — Kaukauna Times 30 December 1904

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Officers Still Trying to Locate Michael Ahern's Murderers. The remains of Michael Ahern, who was murdered in Derby, Nevada, on July 19th last, were disinterred by Perkins & Oilier, undertakers of Reno Nevada, Thursday, and brought to Oakland by Miss Annie Ahern, a daughter of the murdered man. The body was taken to the receiving vault of St Mary's Cemetery and will be interred tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock Rev Father J B McNally, pastor of St Patrick's Church of West Oakland will conduct the services. Mr. Ahern was employed by the Government in Derby as foreman in some construction work which position he had held for over three years. At the time he was murdered, Ahern was carrying $800 in money, four checks amounting in all to $95, and a gold watch Some men in his employ were aware of this fact and it is supposed that they murdered him for his money After the deed had been committed the body was thrown into the Truckee River, from which it was recovered a few days later by two men who had been employed by the deceased When the body was found the $800 and the four checks which were made out to Ahern, and which were a portion of his salary were found in his pockets. The detectives in that vicinity have been working on the case for several months, and have several clews which they are following up. At the time of the murder the Government offered $500 for the capture of the guilty parties. Mr. Ahern was 50 years old and a native of Ireland. He had resided for over twenty- seven years, at 925 Pine Street, West Oakland. He leaves, besides a widow, Mrs. M. Ahern, three daughters, Miss Annie Ahern, Miss Katie Ahern, and Mrs. J. Martin. — Oakland Tribune 13 January 1905

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PATENTS ISSUED TO RESIDENTS OF BROOKLYN WASHINGTON, Feb 8.—Patents have been issued to the following residents of Brooklyn: William E. Ahern, for telegraph system; William Barber, for valve and valve gear for an explosive engine; George E. Pancoast, for mechanism for severing sheets from webs of paper or similar material; Henry Peterson, for apparatus for operating electric signals for elevators; Henry Smith for air moistening apparatus; Herbert C. Stone, for safety lamp; Theophilus A. Fisher, for copy pad moistener. — Brooklyn Standard Union 8 February 1905

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CORDELIA BURGLAR IN THE DUNNIGAN SUISUN (Solano Co.), February, 25—It has been learned that Frank Hill, one of the three men who were arrested at Napa Junction last week, and who are being held here on a charge of burglarizing Henry Goosen's hardware store at Cordelia, is one of a gang of safe-crackers that burglarized two hardware stores in Dunnigan and broke open the safe in the Southern Pacific depot in that town one night last January. A fellow named Smith and a negro were caught at Benicia. Smith pleaded guilty, and told all about the Dunnigan raid. He got off with a five-year sentence. The negro was tried and convicted at Woodland, and got fifteen years. Smith also implicated "Red" Wilson, also known as "Spot" Wilson, and a fellow named McCord. When Constable Charles H. Downing went to Napa after Hill and his two pals—Frank Newton and James Butler—who were arrested at Napa Junction by Sheriff Dunlap, of that county, the Suisun officer told the Napa Sheriff that Hill was "Red" Wilson. Detective Ahern came from Sacramento to-day, and confirmed Constable Downing's suspicions. The detective stated that Wilson is wanted for the Dunnigan affair, and for four separate charges of burglary. It is probable that the charge against him in this county will be dismissed, so that he may be tried for the safe-cracking at Dunnigan. The Cordelia burglary was a very neat trick. The burglars entered the hardware store with a skeleton key and took forty-eight knives and seven razors from boxes in the showcases. They then replaced the empty boxes and departed, leaving no sign of their visit. Goosen's name was on one of the knives, and that furnished a clue for the Napa officers. Goosen did not discover the loss until the officers communicated with him. — Sacramento Saturday Bee 25 February 1905

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MARRIAGES AHERNE—SHEEHAN—On the 26th Feb. at St. Patrick's R. C. Church, Lyre, by the Rev. Wm. Sheehan, Kinsale (cousin to the bride), assisted by the Rev. Michael Coghlan, C.C., Banteer, Michael Aherne, Banteer, to Hannah, daughter of William Sheehan, Lyre. — The Cork Examiner 3 March 1905

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MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE DAILY DOINGS List of Brooklyn Applicants for Patrolman to date.  . . .  John E. Ahern, 67 Devoe St., riveter  . . .  — Brooklyn Standard Union 6 March 1905

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SCHOOL BARS ERIN'S COLOR. Ejection of Pupils Wearing Green Stirs Ansonia Irish-Americans    ANSONIA, Conn., March 17.—“For the wearing of the green” several pupils of the Seymour High School were ordered from the building by Principal William E. Parker this morning and the Irish-Americans are up in arms against what they claim to be an insult to the sons of Erin.    A number of the pupils displayed green ribbon at the morning session and the Principal demanded the removal of the colors under threat of ejection. Many complied with the request, but Timothy O'Keefe, George Ahern, Edward Mahoney, and Philip Spoonheimer refused and were expelled.    When the facts became known publicly at noon the Principal was severely condemned for his actions, and at the afternoon session all the pupils wore green by order of their parents.    A mass meeting of the Irish-American citizens will be held to-morrow night and a protest will be handed to the Board of Education, demanding an explanation. — New York Times 17 March 1905

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William Kelly, a nonunion driver employed by the Adams Express company, was robbed of $20 yesterday afternoon by three men at Curtis and Madison streets. He was also severely beaten by the men and left unconscious. Kelly was taken the Desplaines street police station, where his wounds were dressed. Detective Dodd arrested Charles Ahern for complicity in the assault and robbery. [Note: This took place during a teamsters' strike in which numerous assaults took place against nonunion drivers. -dja] — Chicago Tribune 5 June 1905

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MARRIAGES AND DIVORCES IN YUBA COUNTY MARYSVILLE (Yuba Co.), June 17—Marriage licenses were issued in this county since last report as follows: John Owen Hansen, of Mission San Jose, and Miss Edith Swain, of Marysville; Thomas J. Matthews and Miss Nellie Ahern, both of Marysville Township. — Saturday Sacramento Bee 17 June 1905

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“HAD A FIT, WASN'T DRUNK.” Unsuccessful Plea of Richard O'Hearn, Who Was Given Two Months In House of Correction. Richard O'Hearn was arrested on Mt. Washington av. by an officer of division 4 yesterday morning at 7. When arraigned before Judge Forsaith today he said:     “I think this arrest, your honor, is nothing more than an injustice, for I wasn't drunk, and didn't have any money to buy rum, but laid on the sidewalk when I was arrested.”    Judge Forsaith asked the probabtion officer if he knew O'Hearn.    “Yes, I know him. He is a hard drinker and has been arrested and been in the South Boston court three times within the past 16 months.” Judge Forsaith then sentenced the man to two months in the house of correction. — The Boston Globe 6 July 1905

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Killing on Street Car in Richmond Richmond, Va., July 27.—Charles J. Ahearn, a painter, aged 48, was shot and instantly killed on a street car this afternoon by J. Hunter Herring, a street railway lineman, aged 39, whether by accident or design has not yet been determined. — Charlotte Daily Observer 28 July 1905

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Police Court The police made a couple of raids last Saturday night for contraband liquors. At 63 No. Union street at the home of Mrs. Edw. Graney one half pint of whiskey was seized and a small quantity of wine. At Jeremiah J. Coughlin's, 100 No. Union St., three and one half pints of whiskey and "empties" were secured. The raids were made between 7 and 8 o'clock. — Arlington Advocate 18 November 1905

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GUILTY OF KILLING FRIEND Fatal Shooting Resulted from Quarrel About a Woman. Richmond, Va., Jan. 29.—John H. Herring, charged with killing Charles Ahern on a street car July 27, was found guilty of manslaughter in the Hustings Court today, and sentenced to six months in jail. This is equivalent of a twelve months' sentence, the prisoner having been in jail since the day of the crime. The men, who were friends, had been drinking on the day of the shooting. During the day they called upon a woman whom they both knew, and it was out of that visit the trouble grew. Ahern was shot in the head and died almost immediately. Herring afterward attempted to take his own life with the same weapon, but was prevented. The plea for the defense was insanity. — The Washington Post 30 January 1906

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CAME FROM MINNESOTA TO TESTIFY AGAINST A NEVADA PROMOTER Jerry Ahern Claims Catholic Priests Were Swindled By Eureka Mine Boomer. SACRAMENTO, Cal. Feb 27—Jerry Ahern, an aged man from Dundas, Minesota, has come to California to testify against William Whalen, who has been charged upon [swindling] six different people out of sums of money from $400 to $1000. Ahern was an uncle of the late J. D. Moynihan, who was also hypnotized by Whalen. Whalen took Moynihan to Minnesota with him in 1[9]04, and through him became acquainted with Ahern. Whalen interested Ahern in his mine in Eureka, Nevada, according to the latter's story and told him if he would come to Nevada he would get him a job in the mines at $100 a month. Ahern was pleased with the prospect and took $1000 worth of the stock. He went to Alpha, Nevada, and found only two men working at the mine. Whalen induced him to take samples of the rock to Salt Lake City to have it assayed. The quartz was doctored, says Ahern, and when assayed showed $375 a ton. Whalen then induced Ahern to go back to Minnesota with him to sell stock, and they succeeded in disposing of various amounts to Catholic priests and to poor people, Ahern says. Ahern then raised a mortgage he held and put an additional $800 in the stock. Whalen also got Ahern's wife interested in the mine and she decided to accompany her husband to Nevada. Whalen sent them on the train to Ogden, says Ahern, and abused them terribly. Mrs. Ahern was given such a shcok that she came very near dying. They stopped at Alpha, and because Ahern tried to get help for his wife, Whalen ordered him from the place. Ahern finally got his wife as far as Elko, where she rested until able to return to the east. — Reno Evening Gazette 27 February 1906

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Female Minstrelsy    The ladies of the choir of St. Agnes' Catholic church, Arlington, under the direction of Mr. Charles J. Harrold, of Winchester, and Miss Butler, organist of the church, gave a minstrel show in Town Hall, Monday evening. The ladies made a hit without the assistance of the masculine gender and showed they were competent to go it alone. The large audience was appreciative—laughter and applause were frequent as the salient hits and jokes were sent home. The stage setting and costuming were handsome and effective and the chorus singing excellent. Miss Julia A. Dacey made a hit as interlocutor and the remainder of the circle was made up as follows:—    Miss Helen V. Tobin, Miss Josephine E. Dacey, Miss Sadie Cohen and Amanda Varney were bones; Mrs. Amanda V. Beauchemin, Miss Nellie Scannell, Miss Mary M. Donahue and Miss Frances Ahern, tambos. The circle was made up of Misses Abby G. Gallagher, Nellie A. Donahue, Katherine M. Sullivan, Ella R. Grannan, Mary A. Sheehan, Mary E. Mahoney, May A. Shean, Margaret Sheehan, Mary G. Cashman, Annie V. Dineen, Annie M. Sullivan, Emily E. Lally, Joanna Geary, Gertrude McNulty, Helen M. Kennedy, Margaret Toohy, Margaret A. McConnell and Eva R. C. Fitzpatrick.    The special talents of Miss Amanda Varney who sang “Sympathy” in fine style ; “Dreaming, Love, of You” was sung excellently by Miss Mary A. Sheehan ; Mrs. Amanda V. Beauchemin, with her end song, “I'd like to take you home with me,” made a hit, as did Miss Mary M. Donahue with her end song, “What you goin' to do when the rent comes round.” Miss Ella R. Grannan sang the ballard [sic] “Wait till the sun shines, Nellie” in her usual good style, and Miss Abby G. Gallagher sang “Creole love song” in fine style. Miss Nellie Scannell, with her end song, “Nobody,” made a great hit, and was loudly encored and forced to repeat many times. Miss Sadie Cohen sang the end song, “Nothing from nothing leaves you,” and Miss Frances Ahern sang “I'm getting sleepy.” Both these young ladies' work was excellent. The finale was “Good-bye, Dixie Dear,” by the entire company. During the finale the entire company went through several well executed marches.    In the second part of the program Louise M. Eagan, the child reader, pleased the audience immensely and a comic sketch by Sanford Ames and Wales De Bussey, songs by Helen G. Powers, a young miss, were likewise popular, while Miss Ethel Hanson and Mr. Ames introduced novel songs and dances. The closing sketch was entitled “The Manager's Troubles” in which Messrs. John Bishop, Thomas J. Donnelly, Mrs. Beauchemin, Miss Cohen, Messrs. Chas. Ford and Jas. Hughes made the sketch tell for all its worth by entering into it with no little zest, especially Mr. Donnelly. The affair closed with a dance which was largely attended by friends of the choir and members of the parish. The ushers were Messrs. F. A. O'Brien and John Mahoney who, with the men of the choir, took charge of the dance. — Arlington Advocate 3 March 1906

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O'HEARN'S MULE BREAKS INTO HOUSE, WRECKS THE KITCHEN ——— In Quest of Widow Miller's Cabbages—The Brute Resists Eviction. As many a candidate for admission to the Ak-Sar-Ben knows, Mike O'Hearn has a sway-back mule which stands and kicks in a class by itself. Mike lives at Sixteenth and Cuming streets and his mule occupies a shed on the alley in the rear. Widow Sarah Miller, who also lives in a little house facing on the alley and it is said has a passion for cabbages. All her spare time by day she gives to the cultivation of that vegetable and in the evening she pores over the United States government agricultural reports, always striving to assimilate more knowledge as to this luscious product of the garden. Saturday morning she had sallied forth bright and early to the town market, where she bought many cabbages, intending to study them and endeavor to analyze the intricate convolutions of their makeup. She placed these beautiful heads on the kitchen table and went into the next room to clear off he breakfast table. In the meantime Mike O'Hearn's famous mule had burst his bonds and started out, seeking new fields to conquer. The first place he saw was Mrs. Miller's back door and within it a table laden with cabbages. Without even knocking the mule entered and began to disport himself amongst the vegetable. Just then the widow came back. She started into drive the mule out. The mule began to kick, and before the contest was over, had practically turned the house inside out. Mike Crow, a police officer, hearing the disturbance and the strident protests of the Widow Miller, hurried up, but was unable to gain an opening. He stood around on the outskirts of the fray until the mule kicked a wood stove at his head, then he left. When the destruction was complete the mule left, too. The police are now looking for the trespassing animal. Mrs. Miller's cottage looks like the center of San Francisco the day after the earthquake. — Omaha Morning World-Herald 16 July 1906

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Police Court Last November the place on North Union St. occupied by James [sic] Coughlin was searched on a warrant charging the illegal keeping of intoxicating liquors, and evidence to convict was found. On promise to give up the business the judge of the Third District Court placed Coughlin on probation and on Saturday last, being satisfied the promise had been kept, the original complaint was placed on file. — Arlington Advocate 21 July 1906

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Murray's Men Go Into Maxwell and Jefferson Street Districts The hand of Food Inspector "Fish" Murray fell—by proxy—on markets in the Maxwell and Jefferson street districts yesterday. Inspector John Ahern and four assistants condemned over 15,000 pounds of fish, seven crates of pears, several dozen crates of peaches, and a load of watermelons. — Chicago Tribune 28 July 1906

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DEEDS OF TRUST SQUARE 1290—Emory H. Bogley to Frank A. Harrison and John P. Ahern to secure Michael A. Ahern, $1,000 3 years, 5 per cent semiannually, lot 246. Same to same, to secure same, $1,000 3 years, 5 per cent semiannually, lot 245. — The Washington Post 10 August 1906

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Vacation Assistant engineer George E. Ahern, in the employ of the town departments, returns to his duties on Monday next, after a two weeks' leave of absence. He has enjoyed his vacation at Centre Harbor, N.H. — Arlington Advocate 18 August 1906

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GAMESTER—AHERN    Miss Margaret Veronica Ahern, the well known singer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Ahern, of 74 Main street, this city and Mr. R. Garnet Gamester, of South Framingham, formerly of this city, were married yesterday afternoon at 3.30 o'clock at the parochial residence by Rev. James J. Keegan.    The couple were attended by Miss Delia M. Burnes, of this city, as bridesmaid, Mr. Frederick E. Boudreau, of Stoneham, best man.    The bride wore white silk, trimmed with Irish point lace. The bridesmaid's gown was of cream colored silk, with trimmings of valenciennes lace. The bride carried a bouquet of bride roses, the bridesmaid pink roses.    Following the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents.    The bridal party attended one of the Boston theatres in the evening, following which the bride and groom left for Atlantic City for a short stay. The couple will be at home at 27 Clark St., South Framingham, after Nov., 1st.    The popularity of the young couple was fully attested by the number of presents received, fully as many more as are enumerated below being received at their South Framingham home, from the friends of the groom of that town, where he is an electrician in the employ of the Edison Co.    The following were the presents:    Blankets, tea set, silverware and dinner set, Mrs. David Ahern.    $20 in gold, Mr. David Ahern.    Commode set, Miss Delia M. Burnes.    China closet, Frederick Boudreau.    Fancy parlor clock, John Ahern and Kittie Manuel.    Electric parlor lamp, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Westland.    Silver water pitcher and cake basket, William Sullivan and Katherine Ahern.    Fancy fruit basket, Charles Westland of Dorchester.    Wine set, Miss May Ahern.    Cut glass dish, Ruth O'Brien.    Fancy ice cream set, Miss Ella Carr.    Silver soup ladle, Mr. and Mrs. Carl French.    Spread, Mrs. Patrick Martin.    Silver chafing dish and fancy cracker jar, Mrs. McHugh.    Chocolate set, Annie Maguire.    Chocolate pitcher and fancy cracker jar, Mrs. James Maguire.    Hand painted dish, Marguerite Bonin. — Woburn Daily Times 16 October 1906

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ARE TO ATTEND BARBECUE FOR BELL. The Iroquois Club of Sacramento held a most enthusiastic meeting last night. It was decided that the Iroquois Club would take an active part in the reception to be given to Theodore A. Bell in this city next Wednesday, and also that the members would attend the barbecue at Folsom next Saturday night in a body. A committee was named to make arrangements for a special train from this place to Folsom on that date. The Committee has been working hard all day and this afternoon reported there will be between 200 and 300 Bell enthusiasts go from here to Folsom Saturday night. Arrangements nave been made to supply those who go with an abundance of red-fire and other pyrotechnics. The Iroquois Club will send twenty-five braves, bedecked in feathers and blankets, to take the town of Folsom by storm in the name of Theodore A. Bell. Congressional candidate W.A. Beard will be the main speaker of the evening. Folsom boasts the strongest Bell Club in Sacramento County and the reception to Beard should be a splendid one. A committee was also appointed to raise funds for the reception of Bell when he comes to this city. It is the intention of the Club to give Bell a large escort and from the present outlook this will be done in grand style. The Committee to arrange for the Folsom excursion is composed of Morris Brooks, J.E. Mayo, Robert Callahan, J.H. Murphy and Thomas Ahern. Those in charge of the Bell reception are H.W. Freund, R.O. Cravens and J.H. Devine. — Sacramento Bee 24 October 1906

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One Case in October Justice of the Peace J.S. Howard of Anaheim has filed his report for October showing that one case was tried by him during the month. That case was James Ahern, accused of petty larceny. Ahern was found guilty and sentenced to thirty days in the county jail. Execution was suspended, the defendant paying the cost of returning the stolen goods and leaving the county. Mr. Alex Henry was the complaining witness in the case. Ahern was arrested by Constable Llewellyn. — Santa Ana Register 2 November 1906

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TWO DEAD; ONE DYING Fatal Fight and Suicide Occurs in New York Flat NEW YORK, March 31.—In an insane fury caused by jealousy James Ahearn, 34 years old, a cabman, shot and instantly killed James Black, 54 years old, an upholsterer, in his flat at 229 East Sixty-third street today, probably fatally wounded Mary Woods, 30 years of age, Black's housekeeper, and then put a bullet into his own brain. Ahearn died two hours later and the woman is believed to be dying. Mary Woods was formerly Ahearn's sweetheart, but she left him only a short time ago to become housekeeper for Black. Twice last night Ahearn broke into Black's apartment, each time in search of Mary Woods. On the first occasion he shot Black in the nose, injuring him slightly, and then ran away without having seen the woman. After police for three hours had searched the neighborhood for the cabman and relaxed their efforts, he returned to the flat and did the fatal shooting. — Fort Worth Telegram 31 March 1906

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AHERN—MANUEL    Miss May Catherine Manuel, of Boston, and John Joseph Ahern of 74 Main St., this city, were married yesterday afternoon at three o'clock at St. Charles parochial residence, Rev. Henry A. Walsh officiating.    A peculiar coincidence was that Mr. Ahern and two sisters, [Margaret and Mary] married within two years, were married on Monday.    Accompanying the couple yesterday were Mr. Fred Gould, of Malden, as best man. Miss Josephine Manuel, of Newton, was bridesmaid.    The bride was dressed in a gown of white silk, trimmed with Irish point lace. The bridesmaid wore cream nuns veiling, with Irish point lace trimmings.    Following the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the groom's mother, Mrs. Mary Ahern, she with Miss Catherine Ahern, Mrs. Garnet Gamester, assisting them in receiving.    The couple left yesterday on a wedding trip to Washington. The groom is considered one of the cleverest boxers in the city, and has on many occasions given exhibitions of bag punching at public entertainments. The couple will reside at 5 Border St.    Presents received included:    Parlor stove, Mr. David Ahern    $100 in gold, rug, blankets, Sideboard, lamp, Mrs. David Ahern    Parlor lamp, Mr. Fred Gould    Oil painting, Miss Josie Manuel    1½ dozen silver tea spoons, fancy centre piece and pin cushion, Miss Annie Manuel    Parlor rocker, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Westland    Parlor rocker, Mr. William Sullivan and Katherine Ahern    Parlor rocker, Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Gamester    Parlor clock, Mr. Richard Reynolds    China closet, South Border Club    Silver cream pitcher and sugar bowl, Mrs. James Maguire    Chocolate set, Miss Annie Maguire    Dining room clock, Mrs. Patrick Martin    Two fancy vases, Miss Ruth O'Brien    1 dozen silver tea spoons, Miss Adelaide McGovern    Religious painting, Catherine Doyle    French china lamp, Mrs. Sherman    Fancy Japanese vase, Mrs. George Brennan    Fancy cake basket, Mrs. May Ahern    Fancy centre piece, Miss Esther Johnson    Towels and a set of vases, Miss Mary Jones    Vases and couch. Katherine Smith    Fancy Pillow shams, May Doherty    Fancy Japanese table cover. — Woburn Daily Times 6 November 1906

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NEW SOLICITORS Mr. Francis Ahern, youngest son of the late Walter Ahern, Ailesbury road, Dublin, has been admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of Judicature in Ireland. Mr. Ahern served his apprenticeship with Mr. Henry F. Chidley, 190 Great Brunswick street, Dublin, and intends practicing in Dublin. — The Irish Times 5 February 1907

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Queens County Probate The following wills have been filed with Surrogate Daniel Noble, of Queens County for probate: By will of Edward Kelly, late of Flushing, an estate valued at $6,300 personal property is disposed of as follows: It is directed that his son, William C. Kelly, receive the house and lot at 71 Robinson avenue, Flushing, his daughter, Elizabeth Ahearn, receive $2,000; Bernard J. Kelly, a son $1,000; Ellen Emmett, a granddaughter, $300; Agnes and Flossy Emmett, daughters of granddaughter, Ellen Emmett, $100 each; to granddaughter, Agnes Fleming, $300; to grandson Joseph Fleming $200; to grandchildren, Edward and Gertrude Ahearn, $100 each.to grandchildren Edward, William Jr, Mary and Isabella Kelly, $100 each. All the rest and residue of the estate is to be equally divided between his daughter, Elizabeth Ahearn, and his son, Bernard J. Kelly. — Brooklyn Daily Star 25 February 1907

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Marriages AHERN—PEARDON, William Ahern, aged 30, a native of Scotland, and Henrietta E. Peardon, aged 39, a native of England, both residents of Los Angeles. — Los Angeles Times 7 March 1907

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AHEARN IN CONTEMPT, COURT DECLARES. The Manhattan Supreme Court to-day declared in contempt for not answering questions put to them in the inquiry into Borough President Ahearn's administration. Ahearn, Superintendent of Public Works Walker, Superintendent of Buildings Scannell and Chief Engineer Olney. They are given five days in which to purge themselves of contempt. — Brooklyn Standard Union 14 May 1907

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TRAIN ROWDIES FINED IN THE CONEY COURT Charged with disorderly conduct by Patrolman McCarthy, of the Coney Island station, Patrick Ahern, 28 years old, was fined $10 in the Coney Island Court by Magistrate Vorhees. According to the officer, Ahern was on an "L" train of the B.R.T. and was using vile and profane language. When he warned the defendant to desist McCarthy alleges that Ahearn [sic] threw a lighted cigarette butt at him. Ahearn pleaded not guilty. Eight prisoners were before the magistrate on charges of disorderly conduct preferred by the special officers of the B.R.T. for window jumping.Two of the eight were Brooklynites, who gave their names and addresses as Peter Pentenole, of 335 Malbone street, Salvatore Datzi, of 167 Central avenue. They pleaded not guilty and were fined $5 each. — Brooklyn Standard Union 2 July 1907

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LIGHTNING FIRES HOUSE Bolt Strikes Cupola of Home of Mrs. Mary Ahern.    The predictions of the weather man that warm, pleasant weather would prevail for the next several days were completely shattered when a thunder storm swept over the city about 11 o'clock last night. For fifteen minutes or more the lightning performed a series of freakish antics, which had a tendency to terrorize the public generally.    Lightning struck the cupola on the home of Mrs. Mary Ahern, 832 D street southeast, last night during the storm. Flames burst from the structure, and No. 7 Engine Company responded. The blaze, however, was soon extinguished. Damage was occasioned to the amount of $50. — The Washington Post 2 July 1907

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Electricians at Norfolk Norfolk, Va., Aug. 7.—The twelfth annual convention of the International Association of Municipal Electricians convened here to-day with seventy-five cities represented. The body was called to order by President T. C. O'Hearn, of Cambridge, Mass. The response to the mayor's welcome was by J. B. Yeakle, of Baltimore. The convention will be in session through Friday. Detroit, Buffalo, Atlantic City, Niagara Falls, and Dallas, Tex., are after the next convention. — The Washington Post 8 August 1907

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BIJOU OPENS SEASON The Bijou vaudeville thater opened its season Monday with two large houses. The house was comfortable being kept cool with twelve fans. One more will be installed today. The act of Ahern and Baxter, acrobats, was substituted for that of the McBreen Bros., the latter being unable to get here for the first performance. The act is good. — Decatur Daily Review 3 September 1907

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NOTICE OF TIME SET FOR PROVING WILL, ETC. In the Superior Court—the County of Alameda, State of California In the matter of the estate of Mary T. Kennedy, formerly Mary T. Ahern, deceased. Notice is hereby given that a petition for the probate of the will of Mary T. Kennedy, formerly Mary T. Ahern, deceased, and for the issuance to John J. Kennedy of letters testamentary thereon has been filed in this Court, and that Monday, the 16th day of September, A. D 1907, at 10 o'clock a m of said day, at the courtroom of Department of No 4 of said Court, at the Court House in the City of Oakland, in said County of Alameda, has been set for the hearing of said petition and proving said will, when and where any person interested may appear and contest the same. Dated September 5, 1907 JOHN P COOK, Clerk. By A. A. ROGERS, Deputv Clerk J. A KENNEDY, Attorney for Petitioner. 555 Broadway — Oakland Tribune 5 September 1907

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Maj. George P. Ahern, chief of the Forestry Bureau, Manila, P. I. and Mrs. Ahern will arrive in New York on the Lusitania on Saturday. After a week in Manhattan they intend visiting Washington where they will be guests of Mrs. Bates at 2233 Eighteenth street. Maj. and Mrs. Ahern, accompanied by Mrs. Ahern's mother, have travelled through Japan, China, Russia, France, England and Ireland on their trip and will have encircled the globe by the time they reach their Manila home. — The Washington Post 5 December 1907

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NEW CHIEF IN CHARGE. GRASS VALLEY, Jan. 11.—T. H. Ahearn, the new Chief of the Fire Department, was installed Wednesday night. The new Board of Fire Delegates also assumed office. The latter organized with W. D. Paynter as President; J. J. Reilley, Vice President; George Wilhelm, Secretary, and Raymond Clinch, Treasurer. — San Jose Mercury Herald 12 January 1908

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ANNUAL ELECTIONS HELD. Banking and Corporation Officers Chosen for Ensuing Year At Alexandria yesterday the following officers were elected for the ensuing year. Citizen's National Bank—President Edward L. Dangerfield; vice president, Carrol Pierce; cashier, I. S. Lambert; directors, E. L. Dangerfield, Worth Hulfish, Carrol Pierce, Michael A. Ahern, I. S. Lambert, J. C. Smoot and J. W. Roberts. — The Washington Post 15 January 1908

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Thomas A'Hern and sister, Miss Carrie, of Kingsman, Illinois, came Friday to visit a short time. One of the largest weddings that ever occurred in our city was held Tuesday, at 9 o'clock at St. Patrick's church when Miss Mary McGrath, south of Corning, was married to Thomas A'Hearn, during high mass. The couple were attended by Albert McGrath, brother fo the bride, and Carrie A'Hearn, sister of the groom. Immediately after the wedding ceremony the couple and wedding guests repaired to the home of the bride's mother, where an elegant wedding dinner awaited them. The afternoon was spent in a social way, supper was then served and a dance followed, which was enjoyed by the young folks. Miss McGrath is daughter of Mrs. Katie McGrath, and has lived near Corning most of her life and has gained a host of friends by her congenial way. Mr. A'Hearn is a son of Michael A'Hearn, of Ottowa, Illinois, and is a very highly respected gentleman. Mr. and Mrs. A'Hearn will leave for Kingsman, Illinois, the last of the week where the groom has a home in readiness for his bride on his farm half mile from Kinsman [sic]. Best wishes of their friends go with them. — Adams County Free Press 15 January 1908

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CITY JOTTINGS    Congratulations are forthcoming to Mr. and Mrs. John J. Ahern on the arrival of a daughter at their home on Stoddard street yesterday. — Woburn Daily Times 4 March 1908

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Bert Murray, a "patient" at the city workhouse, while working in the barn there Sunday concluded to leave. He did leave. As his time is by no means up, Patrick O'Hearn, superintendent of that institution, asks the police to locate Murray and return him, not to the barn, but to the workhouse proper. — Kansas City Journal 24 June 1908

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Married The marriage of Sadie Elizabeth, the daughter of Patrick O'Haire, of Cambridge, and Mr. John P. S. Ahern, of Arlington, occurred Wednesday at Cambridge. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father McCool, of No. Cambridge. The bride wore white chiffon cloth, trimmed with applique and fillet lace, and a veil. Her attendant, Miss Sadie Logan, was in nile green silk, trimmed with chantilly lace. The best man was Mr. George Ahern. After the ceremony a reception was held at 39 Clay street, in Cambridge. The couple will reside on Medford street. — Arlington Advocate 27 June 1908

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Mrs. Louie Montangue, of Leeds, visited with relatives here Tuesday. Pat Ahern visited one day last week with his sister, Mrs. Montangue, of Leeds. — LeMars Sentinel 3 July 1908

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LABORER FINDS FORTUNE Omaha, Nebraska, December 8—William Ahern, a laborer, today walked into the jewelry store of Louis A. Borsheim, having in his hand a rough diamond half as large as a hen's egg which he had picked up in a gravel pit near Denver, where he worked last summer. For three months Ahern carried the diamond around in his pocket without suspecting the true nature of the stone. Borsheim says the diamond is worth at lease $4,000 and probably more than that amount. — The Ravia [Oklahoma] Herald 12 December 1908

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MISSING FRIENDS. Morey—Ahearne.—Mrs. Morey (formerly Ellen Ahearne), age 45, medium height and build, last heard of in native village, Drumcollogher, Limerick, Ireland. Inquirer, daughter, and sister-in-law, Mrs. Minnie Morey, Albert House, Ashton-under-Lyne, Manchester. — The Irish Times 27 February 1909

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Edward F. Ahearn Struck By Team    Edward F. Ahearn of 113 Main street, this city, was knocked down and run over by a team while hurrying for his [street]car at Winthrop Square, Medford, early last evening.    Mr. Ahearn had just alighted from a Malden car and when he saw the Woburn car waiting he started to run for it and was knocked down by a team which he had not noticed.    He was removed to the Medford police station where a physician stitched a wound in his head. He received a severe shaking up, in addition to the cut on the head, but after a short while he was able to return home by car. — The Evening News 19 March 1909

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NAMES OF THOSE WHO DID NOT VOTE AT LAST CITY ELECTION ————— WARD ELEVEN LIST ————— The publication of these delinquent voters will cover a period of 11 weeks, one ward being taken each week, starting with ward 11 and going backwards.  . . .  Precinct Three CEDAR STREET—Jeremiah J. O'Hearn, William Cruze, Charles L. Davis, Nathaniel Tarry, James A. Gallagher, George W. P. Dowsing.  . . .  — Cambridge Chronicle 20 March 1909

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CITY AND COUNTY Miss Hazel Ahern visited with friends at Tacoma early this week. — Washington Standard 23 April 1909

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Ahearn Makes a New World's Record at Celtic Park. New York, Aug. 1—The Clan-Na-Gael track and field games at Celtic Park, L. I., to-day, were productive of a new world's record in the two hops and jump. Daniel F. Ahearn, of the Irish-American Athletic Club, covered 50 feet, 6½ inches, which is 6 inches more than the recognized world's record made by Dan Shannahan, of Limerick, Ireland, nearly 20 years ago. — Charlotte Daily Observer 2 August 1909

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DEEDS OF TRUST COLUMBIA HEIGHTS—Josephine J. Brown to Frank A. Harrison and John P. Ahern to secure Michael A. Ahern, $1,000 3 years, 5 per cent semiannually, part lot 14, block 85. — The Washington Post 5 August 1909

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WED THIS AFTERNOON Mr. William Sullivan and Miss Katherine A. Ahern    Miss Katherine Alphonsine Ahern, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Ahern of 74 Main street was married this afternoon to William S. Sullivan, also of 74 Main street.    The ceremony was performed at St. Charles Parochial residence by Rev. Fr. James J. Keegan.    The couple were attended by John W. Sullivan of Winchester and Miss Katherine E. Sullivan of Winchester, brother and sister of the groom.    After the ceremony there was a reception at the home of the bride from 4 until 6 o'clock, when Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan were assisted in receiving by the parents of the bride, Mr. and Mrs. David Ahern. Relatives of both bride and groom were present in large numbers.    The couple will leave this evening for a wedding trip to New York and Greenwich, Conn. On their return they will reside at 3 Main street, where they will be at home after Oct. 1. — The Evening News 20 September 1909

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