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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1896
Page
2
In a royal setting, crowds greeted Prince Bismarck with admiration as thousands joined in thanksgiving hymns. A merchant addressed the gathering, praising his deeds and expressing lasting gratitude. The speech reflected deep respect and national pride, recalling past achievements and enduring goodwill.
Newburyport April 1 The First Presbyterian Church on Federal street, built nearly 150 years ago, prepares for April 6 7 commemorations with historical addresses by Rev H C Hovey and Rev A G Verminlye D D plus poems music and a banquet. The 1746 society faced early opposition but grew rich enough to erect the church and preserve its interior with a Paul Revere bell from 1802. Notable members include 93 year old Eliza Little and 16 Atwood Street resident Elizabeth Gerrish. The committee includes J T Brown Esq chairman Pastor Hovey and others coordinating invitations printing and decorations.
Prominent residents form a company to build a ten mile electric road from Gilbertville through Ware to Warren and connect with the Spencer road to Worcester. I L Currier is president and treasurer, Henry M Clark secretary. Directors include Currier Gilmore Utley Terrien Davis Storrs and Clark. Estimated cost 150000 with 24 shares sold. Charter sought from Ware Warren Brookfield Hardwick and New Braintree.
Kaiser Wilhelm and the imperial party escaped a deadly rail accident when an express train shot through the Konco tunnel just as the imperial train halted nearby. The collision narrowly avoided the cowcatcher by inches, days before reaching Genoa.
Flood damaged Lewiston and Auburn bridge over the Androscoggin was opened to traffic today restoring public travel between the two cities. Communication had been by ferry since the March 1 flood.
The article reports Republican divisions over McKinley and Reed, with Lodge avoiding comment on New Hampshire matters while Aldrich notes New Hampshire delegates are Reed loyalists. It notes McKinley’s weak delegate gains in Illinois and Ohio, and that only four of fourteen recently elected delegates nationwide favor McKinley.
Report spread at the State House claimed Representative Myers of Cambridge would run against Hon. Samuel W. McCall in Congress. Myers told a Postman it is not a fact but said he’d oppose McCall only if a scramble for the seat ensued after the district convention outcome. The eighth district delegates to St Louis favored the A P A, who reportedly planned to pit Myers against McCall.
In Louisville on April 1 Governor Bradley asked two A P A councils to back delegates who would vote for him at St Louis. The national advisory board of the A P A has endorsed him. Opponents include Louisville mayor George D Todd and Godfrey Hunter. Bradley would run with W R Johnson and R I James as his A P A slate in the district.
General William D. Sawyer, named as a Republican national convention delegate from New Hampshire's first district, arrived home to a citywide reception. Workmen from Sawyer woollen mills and locals joined the parade with the Lower Corner Band to Belknap Street, where he spoke briefly to cheers.
GAPIURES Virginia April 1 McKinley carried Virginia after Monday county convention likely eight of ten districts and all four delegates at large McKinley leaders plan to overthrow State Chairman William Lamb of Norfolk Lamb a Reed man faced with opposition from two influential Republicans
The full bench yesterday overruled the plaintiffs exceptions in Flora M Gardner and Alexander Gardner v Cohannet Mills Taunton. Flora sued for damages for injuries while employed at the mills and her father sought damages for loss of services. The court held the risk obvious and within Flora's understanding, denying recovery for both plaintiffs.
In Municipal Criminal Court yesterday twenty seven Italians from the North End pleaded not guilty after a policy raid at 215 North Street. Interpreters accompanied their statements, slowing proceedings. Fines totaled 225 dollars, though many defendants could not pay.
The Workingmen's Political League held a smoke talk at 241 Tremont Street last evening. President Capen of the Municipal League spoke on city charter amendments and proportional representation, followed by a discussion of proportional representation and taking a sample ballot under the free list system.
A large gathering in Highlandville Mass celebrated Fred Farrand of 146 Sumner Street East Boston turning sixty with a lively party. Guests included Captain and Mrs Cardl Captain and Mrs Stubbs and many more. Entertainment featured Don Murphy and others with music. Farrand received gifts including diamond burlesque set, two silver service pieces and a silver handled umbrella. The evening ended at a late hour.
In Mauldin on April 1 Salvation Army members held a praise service before City Hall. Police protected them when a crowd pressed in Central square. Twenty-one members were arrested for using a bass drum without a permit. their trial opens tomorrow in District Court. Mayor Coggan and city solicitor will appear in court. Captain Faulkner criticized Alder men for denying a hearing. Joe the Turk denies Sultan subject status and offers naturalization papers.
A third floor blaze at Nos 38 and 40 Batterymaron Street in a four story brick building occupied by R J Nagle junk dealer broke out around 10 30 with Patrolman Rankin sounding the alarm. Firemen controlled the fire and revived one of three bull dogs found nearly dead. Loss not more than 250 dollars.
Forty members of the New England Woman's Press Association met at Parker House with Miss Mary Alden Ward presiding. They set a reception for April 27 to honor presidents of the four women's colleges in the state.
Hyde Park April 1 The funeral of the Rev Walter Barton was held this afternoon at his late home 21 Pine Street with large attendance. Services were led by Rev Dr Archibald Rev BB House and Rev A L Loder. Bearers from four churches where he preached in recent years G S Newhall Lynn P B Keith Campelo C D Brigham Brockton and Charles Bliss Attleboro. Interment in Fair View Cemetery.
The Americus Wringer Company advertises all kinds of wringers and Bissell carpet sweepers with repairs and delivery without extra charge. Write or phone Tremont 764 for orders.
Charles D. Cole a key Massachusetts Odd Fellows official and long time Cambridge resident died at his home after a two week illness. He was 72 and had spent fifty years in the order, serving as grand scribe and grand secretary. Born in Scituate and later Malden, he leaves one daughter and was also a noted Mason. Funeral services will be attended by grand lodge officials.
Easter services at St Marys Church North End promise a grand scale with Chicago soprano Mrs W A Markee and alto Mrs George Galbraith joined by tenor H B Coughlan and bass John H Carroll. An orchestra, directed by Taillandier and assisted by John D Buckingham, performs a full program including Mass settings and liturgical anthems. Tenebre services continue with choral lamentations and a Miserere, ending Friday with a sermon by Rev Father Langcake S J.
Lomia Lodge No. 221 I O O F Brookline held its annual installation with District Deputy Grand Master Fred C. Gillpatrick officiating. The event featured a presentation of grand master jewels to Alexander S. Arthur. Elected officers include Noble Grand Fred K. Richardson and Vice Grand Henry L. Grover. other posts filled include Willis E. Files James W Horton George H Johnson Worden J Frank Dennis and more.
Work on the subway in the section near the Everson stockade continued as though unaltered after the night incident. Crews spent hours fixing damage from a heavy precipitation that dislodged three gondolas, one carrying a large granite block, and the Wing of the Wind engine caused fence collapse injuring a bystander.
New Bedford April 1 The water board awarded the contract for the mammoth steel force main as part of the improved water supply system to the Carroll Porter Boiler Tank Company of Pittsburg for the work.
James Baxter, a Montreal bound smuggler, was arrested in Maiden Lane, New York, by United States Deputy of Customs Kefferman of Burg. A wallet with twenty two uncut diamonds was seized, but Baxter escaped.
The Matin reports ministerial circles say a Dreibund power altered its stance on Egypt. It would allow using the Egyptian reserve fund for Dongola expedition expenses but not signal support for British dominance. France and Russia work with Britain on Egypt, while Bourgeois cites continued talks with Britain. Conan Doyle may cover Sudan. Italian-Kassala clashes leave four Italians dead. Menelik allies retreat as provisions run out.
An enthusiastic meeting at Wells Memorial Hall formed the Boston Amnesty Association to seek the release of Irish political prisoners in English jails. M. J. Jordan was chosen president with J. M. Grainey secretary and John Merrill treasurer. A next meeting is set for next Wednesday evening.
A Boston firemen meeting at Caledonian Hall 45 Eliot Street Wednesday April 8 at 8 pm will feature labor leaders speaking on benefits of trade unions. The Cambridge Evangelical Churches Y M C A joint conference meets at 3 45 pm in Association building Central Square with clergy participation then a public reception and entertainment. The Harvard Catholic Club schedules two April republic lectures in Cambridge on Astronomical Science Not Opposed to Christian Faith by Rev George M Searle at Sanders Theatre Tuesday evening and Dr Hasket Derby of Marlboro Street Boston speaking Thursday evening at the Fogg Art Museum
Ira Gibson, a Woodbury New Jersey florist, who last night killed Mrs Sallie March in Philadelphia and shot himself, died yesterday morning at the Pennsylvania Hospital. He did not regain consciousness and the motive remains unknown.
Frank Wedgeworth, 45, who lived at 1053 Washington street, died suddenly in his room. Dr. Lattimore cited opium poisoning. Later, Solari and Hardenburk found a man’s body in Crescent Beach surf opposite Gardella’s bathhouse. Lawyer Frank C. Smith, of New York, was jailed in $200 for forgery.
Mayor Curran of Holyoke alleges weak charges against License Commission Chairman B. S. Waters, a Republican. Boarding Officer B. F. Blatchford and Inspector Preston H. Fued of Gloucester refuse to resign, writing to Collector Richardson.
At a Board of Aldermen meeting Mayor Curtis announced Selwyn C. Reed as chief engineer. The appointment was rejected and the Mayor named Hiram H. Sandford, John M. Carver as first assistant, Wilmer H. Whitmore as second assistant, and John P. Atkinson as third assistant. All four appointments were confirmed.
James Donovan aged 50 of Stoughton was thrown from a wagon on Norfolk street Dorchester after his horse took fright. William Scherin aged 13 near Stouerhton was also thrown and suffered a fracture of the right thigh.
Harvard will introduce a Russian language course next year with Professor Leo Weiner in charge. Weiner, formerly an assistant professor at the University of Minnesota, has been engaged for five years in his field.
Henry F. King, once a prominent local businessman and a founder of the Vermont TM Machine Company, died suddenly at his home in Bellows Falls this evening from a heart-related cause.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts announces a committee hearing for inspection of rails wires cars and rolling stock of street railways. The Committee on CITIES invites interested parties to Room 132 State House on Thursday April 2 at 10 30 o clock a m R W Irwin chairman Charles Be Mills clerk of the committee
Philadelphia based line secures a right of way for eighteen miles of track from Tarriffville Connecticut to Springfield Massachusetts. The project enables a link to the Boston and Albany line with potential to connect to the Boston and Maine after further construction.
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