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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1899

Page

5

Prominent Lawrence Lawyer Jewett Sentenced to Seven Years

W S Jewett publisher and former Lake National Bank president was sentenced by Judge Brown in the United States Circuit Court to seven years imprisonment for misapplying 800 dollars while liquidating the Wolfboro bank. He appealed to the Supreme Court and was bailed under twenty thousand dollars. He has maintained innocence.

Brown United States Circuit Court Supreme Court Jewett Lake National Bank Wolfboro N. H

Seven youths fined in gaming racket case in two courts

Seven young men convicted in Superior Criminal Court before Judge Dewey were fined 80 dollars each yesterday for being present where gaming implements were found and paid. In Municipal Criminal Court they faced 10 dollar fines and, on appeal, the amount was trebled.

Superior Criminal Court Dewey Municipal Criminal Court

Quincy Club Ball Promises Reception For Visiting Leaders

The Josiah Quincy Club of Ward 9 plans its annual ball with a reception to Hon. James Donovan and Hon. Joseph J. Corbett returning from California. Paul Revere Hall will be decorated, there will be enhanced electrical lighting, and a band concert from 8 to 9. The 9 to 10 o’clock hour features the Donovan reception with brief speeches from Boston party leaders.

Josiah Quincy Ward 9 James Donovan Joseph J. Corbett California Paul Revere Donovan Boston

Fatal streetcar crash shocks Charlestown neighborhood

A Grove Hall streetcar, No. 298, ran down a steep Bunker Hill grade yesterday afternoon striking 2 year old Patrick Kelly as he crossed with an older child near Main and Medford streets. Motorman William S Lovely says rails were slippery and he could not stop in time. The accident renews debate over the track extension past the junction to Medford and Main Streets.

Charlestown Patrick Kelly William Kelly Bunker Hill Street Medford Main Streets Medford Street Monster Grove Hall William 8. Lovely Lovely Bunker Hill St. Frances de Sales Parochial School Main Street Kelly Street Railway Company Post

Fall from Roof Injures Hale at City Hospital

John T. Hale, 34, of 43 I street, fell backward from the roof at 9% West Eighth street yesterday. He suffered a broken right leg and a back injury and was taken to City Hospital for treatment.

John T. Hale I Street West Eighth Street City Hospital

Boy Run Over by Wagon in Charlestown

Eight year old Winfred Danville of 212 Main street Charlestown was run over by a C. D. Cobb wagon while playing in front of 247 Main street. Left knee and right hip were seriously bruised. Dr Lawin attended him at his home.

Winfred Danville Main Street Charlestown C. D. Cobb

Marechal Lannes Wreckage Found On Pembrokeshire Coast

Reports from London say wreckage including ship papers and three lifeboats washed ashore on the Pembrokeshire coast. The Marechal Lannes, a 1711 ton French bark loaded with 3000 tons of coal, likely foundered on Hat and Barrel rocks near Small’s Light after departing Swansea on March 28 bound for San Francisco in its first voyage.

London Pembrokeshire Marechal Lannes Small’s Light Swansea San Francisco

Dyspepsia relief with Army Navy Tablets advertised

When you wake tired and with bad taste in the mouth and no breakfast appetite you may suffer dyspepsia. One package of U S Army Navy Tablets is claimed to cure and ease obstinate constipation. The tablets are vegetable and do not gripe, selling for 10 cents per pack with mail order available from U S Army Navy Tablet Co New York.

U.S. Army & Navy Pgoe Ai U. S MY & Ave Tablet CO New York

Canned beef in Cuban campaign judged repulsive by medical officers

Army beef inquiry heard witnesses from Cuba era medical staff describe canned beef as repulsive and greasy. General Eagan's account contrasted with others who said they preferred beef on the block. Officers noted poor appearance, toughness, potential spoilage, and low nutritive value amid wartime rationing.

Washington Army Beef Inquiry Court Army Cuba George H. Giddings J. Hale Sypher Bagan Secretary of War Sypher Eagan Giddings Congressman Hawley Charles ®. Greenleaf Miles B. F. Pope Fifth Army Corps Santiago M. W. Ireland Siboney Reserve Hospital

Hayes Emerges as Possible Police Commissioner Candidate

A strong bid for the police commissionership in Ward 12 centers on ex-Representative Hayes, a Democrat whose petition circulates in the State House with 25 Suffolk signatures including Speaker Bates and party leaders. Other figures mentioned include Judge Dean, Thomas Ryan, Richard Sullivan, Bordman Hall, and General Martin gaining endorsements, while Governor Wolcott may spring a surprise.

Hayes State House Suffolk County Bates House Dean South Boston Thomas Ryan Richard Sullivan Bordman Hall Martin Wolcott Police Department

Supreme Court Denies Writ in Receiver Case at Helena

The Supreme Court at Helena on March 31 denied the writ of prohibition sought by the Boston & Montana Company to stop Judge Clancy of the district court from placing the receiver in charge of the property. If the judge sees fit now he can proceed to enforce his order appointing a receiver.

Butte Mont Supreme Court Helena Boston & Montana Company Clancy

Secretary Long Inspects Newport News Shipyard Tour

Secretary Long and party arrived aboard the lighthouse tender Jessamine at Newport News to inspect the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company naval yard project. He praised the battleships Kentucky and Kearsarge, noting they near completion and commissioning in a few months. The group toured the ships and later moved to Old Point for the night before returning to Washington.

Newport News Long Jessamine Dolphin Old Point Washington

Melrose Wins Suburban Meet At Armory Hall

Melrose takes first place in the Suburban High School Athletic Meet held at Armory Hall with Malden, Medford, and Stoneham competing. Individual winners include McCarthy of Malden in the 20-yard sprint, Joslin of Melrose in multiple events, Trott of Medford in the 1000-yard run, and Hill of Malden in the shot put. total scores: Melrose 36, Malden 29, Medford 7.

Stoneham Armory Hall Suburban High School Association Malden Melrose Medford McCarthy Joslin Hill Trott Getchell Ford

Robbery disrupts Rush Bros express near Roxbury

It reports a theft yesterday of seven cases of eyes and two large tubs of butter from Rush Bros express wagon between North End and Fellows street Roxbury where the wagon was found. Also stolen were two barrels of cabbage and a horse blanket with a total value around 60 dollars.

Hercus Rush Bros.’ Express Rush Dorchester Avenue North End Fellows Street Roxbury M. Thomas & Bons

Boy Run Over Near Young's Hotel by Coupe

Eight year old Reuben Finkelstein of 7 Sheafe street was run over by a coupe driven by William Hayes on Court street near Young's Hotel around 7 30 last evening. Both wheels passed over the boy and an Ambulance from Station 1 carried him to City Hospital.

Reuben Finkelstein William Hayes Court Street Young's Hotel City Hospital

Found Dead in Bed George W Green Aged 2

A two year old boy named George W Green living with his father George H Green on Medford street was found dead in bed yesterday morning. Dr Gallagher Peet reported it as a sorrowful death with no immediate signs of foul play. The family resides at the stated address and the incident is being investigated by local authorities.

George W. Green George H. Green Medford Street Dr. Gallagher Peet Pondconte

Samoan crisis nears pacific settlement by joint commission

Washington reports a practically agreed plan for a high joint commission by the United States Britain and Germany to settle the Samoan question. Each nation would place one member on the body with broad authority and King Oscar of Norway and Sweden offered as umpire if needed.

Washington United States Lord Salisbury London Great Britain Thomas Sanderson Villiers Germany Hay High Commission Oscar Norway Sweden Venezuela Samoa Baron Spee von Sternberg New York Berlin

Charlestown Welcomes Returning Fifth Regiment Companies

Charlestown citizens committee plans a parade and escort for returning Fifth Regiment units. St Francis de Sales Band volunteers to lead Companies A and H from Park and Tremont streets through Haymarket, City Square, and Warren bridge to Winthrop street. Home members greet South Carolina veterans at the armory. Cadets’ Association hosts a repast. Colonel William H. Oakes named chief marshal.

Charlestown Cadets’ Armory St. Francis de Sales Park and Tremont Streets Tremont Hanover Washington Streets Haymarket Square Haverh J. J. McCarthy

Miss Fuller to Wed in Bostonman Nathaniel Francis Jr

Washington dispatch reports the chief justice and Mrs Fuller invitation for daughter Miss Jane Fuller to wed Mr Nathaniel Francis Jr of Boston on April 12 at St Johns Church here.

Washington

Lost diamond stolen from soldier in electric car caper

A carat and a half diamond valued at 350 dollars was taken from the shirt front of Company D Holmes last night just before 11 o clock. The theft occurred in an electric car between the Castle Avenue Theatre and the Boylston Street subway station.

Co. D. Holmes Castle Aivere Boylston Street

New England Baseball Man Injured Falling From Bar

Newark March 31 Andy Lawson the New England baseball man visiting this city slipped and fell from a bar while at a M C A symposium. He was seriously injured his condition uncertain he is at St Barnabas Hospital N. J. authorities said.

Newark N. J Andy Lawson New England St. Barnabas Hospital

B. A. A. Annual Meeting and Proposed Rule Change

The B. A. A. holds its annual meeting on Monday April 17. Members of the governing committee are to be reelected and a proposal to amend Article 17 would allow officers of the army navy and marine hospital service to join for three months instead of six, as at present.

Army, Navy and Marine Hospital Service

Albert Stebbins Pardoning Report Denied by Counsel

Boston dispatch reports Albert Stebbins pardoned from Greenfield House of Correction where he serves five years for embezzlement, but his counsel FL Greene announces the claim as false tonight, disputing the pardon news and defending his client against such reports.

Greenfield Boston Albert Stebbins House of Correction Greene

Henpeaney Defeats Sheafe In Boston Alley Tournament

Worcester report says P H Henpeaney beat J L Sheafe in a public bowling alley match for $100 a side. Bowling was excellent. the event drew strong crowd and strong play from both men. An advertisement asserts Dean's Ointment cures itching piles with quick relief and lasting effect sold at drug stores for 50 cents.

Worcester P. H. Henpeaney J. Co. L. Sheafe Dean

Barbero of Seville shines in grand opera night

Last evening Italian night at the grand opera showcased Rossini's Barbero of Seville with Sembrich as Rosina Campanari as Figaro Salignac as D Alma viva and Reszke as Basilio. The cast delivered a sparkling performance praised for acting and singing with superb ensemble and notable conductor Mancinelli.

Grand Opera Rossini Mme. Sembrich Rosina Sig. Campanari Figaro M. Salignac D’almaviva Ee de Reszke Basilio Sig. Carbone Bartolo Milo. Bauermeister Bertha Sembrich Carbone Salignac Campanari Ed de Reszke Mile Bauermeister Signor Mancinelli Faust Eames Mantelli Jean de Reszkes SeEnton Don Giovanni

Moore Simpson Dies After Gas Inhalation Incident

Moore Simpson, found at Falmouth House Thursday night nearly dead from gas inhalation, died at City Hospital yesterday. The incident prompted investigations by local authorities into the circumstances surrounding the exposure and the events leading to the hospitalization.

Moore Simpson Falmouth

Godfrey’s Guards Band to Feature naval fantasia at Park Theatre

Lieutenant Dan a Godfrey proves prophetic in music with a nautical fantasia celebrating British and American fleets, performed by his band for Charlestown Free Dispensary and Hospital. Two concerts tomorrow with new programs, afternoon and evening, attracting Governor Wolcott, Mayor Quincy, and the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Club.

Dana Godfrey Samoa Park Theatre Godfrey Charlestown Free Dispensary Music Hall British Guards Band Wolcott Quincy Artillery

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