Description: Two young boys run away from home, boy in short trousers found drunk, locomotive firemen organize etc.

Date: September 30 1895

Newspaper published in: Buffalo, NY

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WANDERED AWAY.

Two Young Boys Run Away From Home.

MISSING SINCE WEDNESDAY

Willie McMullen, 14 Years Old, of
Breckinridge Street, and Willard
Craig, 10 Years Old, of Ashland
Avenue, Cannot Be Found.

Willie McMullen, 14 years old, of No. 617 Breckinridge Street, and Willard Craig, 10 years old, of No. 450 Ashland Avenue, disappeared from their homes last Wednesday evening, and not a word from them or about them has since been heard by their parents.
McMullen is about five feet tall, of slender build, has sandy hair and light complexion, and at the time of his departure wore a gray suit with short trousers and a skull cap.
Craig is about regulation size for a boy of his age. He has a dark complexion, large brown eyes, and a scar on the left cheek which looks as though it was left by a burn. He wore a checked blouse, knee breeches, black stockings and a blue yachting cap.
The last seen of the boys was Wednesday evening between 5:30 and 6 o’clock. At that time several acquaintances saw them get on an Elmwood car at the corner of Breckinridge Street and Elmwood Avenue. Subsequent to that no one who knows them, so far as can be learned, has seen them. Neither of them made any preparation in the matter of clothing for an expedition. Both wore light, summer garments and had no extra suits with them. Craig’s clothing was especially light, and this fact, considering the present severity of the weather, is causing his parents much uneasiness.
McMullen being the older is naturally looked upon as the inventor and promoter of the scheme. He is a bright youth but has for some time past, it is said, been a trifle headstrong. An occasional cigarette was regarded almost as a necessity by him. It was generally known about the neighborhood that McMullen was planning to run away from home, but it was not supposed that a boy so much younger than he and so deficient in worldly knowledge would be led into the scheme. McMullen had asked numerous of his playmates to accompany him, it is said, but all of them of his age or younger refused. Then it seems he settled on little Willard Craig as his companion. McMullen is unusually bright as regards general knowledge, and he can get along very well. Craig is what may be called a mother’s boy. He knows no vices, never associated much with other boys, and is absolutely incapable of providing for himself away from home. He has never been away from his mother one night until last week and the separation must cause him numerous periods of sorrow and regret.
Craig lives almost across the street from McMullen, and lately the two boys have been together a great deal. Mrs. Craig disliked to have her boy associate with McMullen because of the disparity in their ages. Nevertheless, the boys went together considerably and for a few days McMullen called daily for Craig to accompany him to school. Then also Craig got so that he went often to McMullen’s house. For this he was admonished - the night before he disappeared with a switch. He promised not to go any more with McMullen and the next day kept away from him until evening; and then joined him unbeknown to his parents. In the afternoon he stayed at home and gave not the faintest indication that he meditated running away. His parents reason that his boyish intellect could not have enabled him so successfully to conceal his project had he really planned on running away. In the evening he put on his hat and went out. He stayed around the premises a few moments and then went away. McMullen was not seen. He may have had an agreement to meet Craig or he may have happened along and beckoned him.
The boys had about $12 with them. This was in the possession of McMullen, which strengthens the supposition that he was the originator of the exploit. Craig had no money whatever.
A reported for the Courier called at the Craig home last night. Mr. and Mrs. Craig are nearly heartbroken over the affair, and while they believe their son to be safe in some place, it is hard for them to think that he has gone thus far without injury. He is so small, so young, and so poorly prepared for this weather that his lot surely is a hard one unless he is in the care of some family. He had all he wished for at home and being the youngest child was particularly favored. Fortunately he is of robust constitution.
McMullen likewise had a pleasant home and wanted for nothing, and there was not the slightest reason for his leaving home, except his own adventurous nature.
The police have searched the city thoroughly for the boys, and thus far have been unable to find a trace of them. The police in other cities have also been notified, and private detectives have been engaged to search for them.

A BAD SON.
Fined $100 for Choking and Beating His Father.

The heaviest fine that has been imposed by the Morning Justice for some time, was that of $100 or 100 days in the Penitentiary, upon Fred Fox, a lusty young man of 21 years, who was arrested Saturday night on charge of disorderly conduct by Officers Keon and Shortal. The police have been annoyed for some time with complaints from the neighborhood of Sweet Avenue and Sycamore Street, on account of the doings of disorderly men, particularly young Fox, who has frequently beat and abused his aged parents. Proof was lacking in the first instances, but on this occasion, the officers caught him in the act of beating and choking his father, who is in very feeble health. The prisoner was taken in the patrol-wagon to Station No. 12, and early yesterday morning his mother appeared against him.

LUTHER TO-NIGHT.
The Great Reformer’s Work in allegory and Story.

The extensive preparations for the “Story of the Reformation,” to be given in Music Hall to-night and to-morrow night, are about completed, and the final rehearsal will be held this afternoon at Music Hall. The large number of persons who participate are now thoroughly familiar with their parts, and everything points to a very enjoyable entertainment. The Rev. W. H. Stutts, who is pastor of the Mission for whose benefit this is given, has labored faithfully for its success, which now seems fully assured. There has been a large demand for tickets, and it is anticipated that the seating capacity of Music Hall will be tested on both evenings.
The choral singing will consist of a “Gloria” and Luther’s battle hymn “Ein Festeburg,” under the direction of Mr. F. J. Thomas, Mrs. J. W. Chase will preside at the piano. The first allegorical procession will be led by Miss Emily L. Uderitz and Mrs. W. W. Chase. Mr. Fred W. Hudson as Erfurth Monk is a host in himself. The Knickerbocker Quartette, assisted by eight select singers will be choir men with Mr. F. J. Thomas as soloist. The representation of Luther’s trial will undoubtedly be the great masterpiece of the evening. Mr. R. W. Kasson as the Emperor, will appear in royal apparel surrounded by his guards, a detail from Canton Erie, I. O. O F., to call the session to order. The climax is reached in his part when he pronounces the sentence on Luther.
Mr. Thomas W. Mitchell makes a typical cardinal, while the Rev. W. T. Gromwisch as Elector is one of the stars of the occasion.
The humble miner’s son, Luther, impersonated by the Rev. Lowell C. McPherson, could not be excelled as far as clear enunciation, earnestness, and determination are concerned. The singing of the choir men at the close of this scene is very effective. Catharina von Bosa, Martin Luther’s wife, is impersonated by Miss Carrie C. Hoffman. The highly interesting feature in the nuns’ scene is the singing of Miss Carolyn F. J. Mann. The last procession will perhaps to many prove the most fascinating part of the programme. There may be seen peasants, princes, priests, lords, courtiers, knights, guards, nuns, novices, etc., in 16th century attire.
To fully comprehend the excellence and completeness of the programme, it must be witnessed. In the minds of some there may be a doubt as to the success of an affair where such a mixture of talent is used, but this uncertainty will be fully dispelled when the curtain rolls up. Good reserved seats are still on sale at Ulbrich’s No. 386 Main Street. Zion English Lutheran Mission, for whose benefit this entertainment is given, has a membership of less than 40. They are in need of funds to erect a church, and for this reason have made the plucky undertaking of presenting this entertainment.

FIREMEN ORGANIZE.
Formation of a New Lodge in
D., L. & W. Hall

L. R. Skinner Lodge, No., 976, B. of L. F.,
Comes Into Existence Under the Happiest Auspices.

L. R. Skinner Lodge, No. 976, Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen, was organized at D., L. & W. Hall in East Buffalo yesterday afternoon. Always a healthy body, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen to-day is as strong as any other known branch of affiliated labor, and its future prospects are of the brightest. New lodges are being formed all over the country and the grand officers are doing their best for the good welfare of the order.
Several months ago the movement for a new lodge in Erie County was set on foot, and yesterday saw the successful ending of the labors of the grand officers detailed on the work. In the first place the officials of the road, the Lackawanna, were consulted and their approval was obtained. Employees and employers then worked together. The old station at East Buffalo, or a part of it, was made into a lodge room the equal of which it would be hard to find, and a call was issued for a meeting to form a lodge among the local Lackawanna firemen.
The call issued by First Vice-Grand Master J. J. Hannahan was as largely answered as could be expected, and the 48 charter members of the new lodge meeting for organization yesterday elected the following officers: Master, Garry Welsh; vice-master, Charles Wheatley; secretary, Frank H. Russell; collector, M. O. Treat; receiver, O. F. Chamberlain; past master, William Alday; trustees William Masters, George Mayer, E. F. Ackerman; protective board, William Alday, J. P. Barry, Garry Welsh; delegate and alternate to
National convention to be held at Galveston, Tex., next September, William Alday and M. Welsh; medical examiner, Dr. Thomas Thoma.
Among those assisting in organizing the lodge were F. J. May of Lackawanna Lodge, No. 283, of the executive committee of the Grand Lodge, R. S. Gillingham of Scranton and delegates from Buffalo Lodges Nos. 316, 85, 12, Great Bend, Ind., Lodge No. 283 and Scranton, Pa., Lodge No. 228. Following the installation of officers the visiting brothers addressed the meeting. A vote of thanks also was tendered to General Manager Halstead and Master Mechanic Griffiths for the interest they have taken in the new lodge. The members of the lodge and all Brotherhood Firemen fully appreciate the courtesies extended by the officials of the road. Through the kind offices of General Manager Halstead and his co-workers the lodge has one of the best-appointed meeting places of any labor organization in the city, and the rooms were decorated with choice flowers in honor of yesterday’s celebration. The new lodge expects rapidly to increase its membership till it becomes one of the strongest subordinate bodies along the Lackawanna system.

CAUGHT RED-HANDED.
Edward Mohring Stole Six Bottles of
Cologne from a Drug Store.

Edward Mohring went into Lake’s drug store at the corner of Clinton and Oak streets yesterday afternoon and bought some small article. He stood around a few minutes and the proprietor went into a rear room. Then he sneaked behind the counter and picked six bottles of cologne from a shelf. The proprietor saw him dart from behind the counter and out the door and he followed him. Patrolman Murphy saw Mohring run out of the store and he ran up to check him. The proprietor having meanwhile caught up with Mohring, explained the matter to Patrolman Murphy and the prisoner was taken to No. 3 Station and charged with petit larceny. The cologne was found on him.
Mohring says that he lives at No. 119 Madison Street. He will be in Police Court this morning.

YOUTHFUL DRUNKARD.
A Boy in Short Trousers Found on the
Street Beastly Drunk.

Willie Welch, a boy not over 13 years old, was found staggering on Court Street yesterday afternoon by Patrolman Albert Pollow of the Main Street squad. He was beastly drunk and had he fallen down, he would have been unable to get up. He was taken to No. 3 Police Station and locked up on the charge of intoxication. He gave his age as 15, but he is a mere lad and cannot be over 13. He wore short trousers. When questioned he said that he had bought liquor at a saloon at No. 55 Effner Street.
When Patrolman Pollow first saw Welch there was another boy with him. He was older, however, and not intoxicated. He declared that both of them had got their drinks on Broadway. He was not arrested.
The Third Precinct police will investigate the affair to-day.

Capture of Car Burglars.

On Friday night Louis Clemack and Tony Miller were passing along the West Shore railroad tracks with two bags containing 50 pairs of shoes which they had just stolen from freight cars, when Specials Riter of the Eleventh Precinct and Moorhead of the West Shore, arrested them on a charge of burglary and larceny. It was ascertained subsequently that Miller is an ex-convict who served two and one half years in State prison for car burglary.

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