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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1897
Page
2
Dr Greene urged hope for weak men offering a path to renewed strength and vigor. He spoke to a vast audience at Music Hall last night and announced free consultation.
President McKinley and Secretary Alger discussed a Senate relief measure to aid flood sufferers in the Mississippi Valley. Memphis relief efforts cite at least fifty towns underwater, with large areas of cropland submerged and 50,000 to seventy thousand people displaced. The Mississippi continues to rise near Greenville and Helena, with levee warnings and river level changes reported in several cities.
From St Louis on April 6 the Mississippi River, once predicted to rise little, began climbing as gauge hits 28 feet. Reports from Keokuk show a four inch daily rise, with Des Moines Missouri and Illinois rivers swelling. experts warn the lower river could gain at least two feet in the next forty eight hours as floodwaters converge.
Cambridge Aldermen recount a light moment as Isaac B. Allen receives one vote for overseer of the poor though he is not a Cambridge resident. The rest of the meeting approved re elections and city needs including library expansion and power conduit work.
The closing exercises of the Wells Memorial Institute evening classes drew a crowded hall. Governor Wolcott and Hon. Robert Treat Paine noted the value of educating the hand as well as the head and praised the cooperative model. The school aims to reduce unemployment through skilled trades and mechanical drawing training, with 1612 total registrations and 10,489 total attendances for the year.
Webana O report says Z I Lewis of Webana Ohio was arrested in Michigan for forging railroad bonds. Boston National Bank of Redemption is backing the case and cashiers declined to detail motives, noting Lewis is an Ohio man whose alleged forgeries were detected by Ohio correspondents of the Bank of Redemption.
Chief Justice announces Lasigi was removed from his Turkish consular post and all ties with Ankara severed. He says detention for extradition to Massachusetts lacks consular status. New extradition papers and an executive warrant will follow from a twenty three count indictment.
The National Mule Spinners Association opened its fifteenth semi annual convention in Pythian Hall with 42 delegates from 28 districts. A South reports on conditions finds Southern mills pay about the same as the North, with some at $1.20 per loom. A grievance from Adams seeks an increase, while Somersworth, NH, issues are settled and the treasurer notes a healthy bank balance.
The fifth annual banquet of the New England Alumni Association of Acadia University was held at the United States Hotel Wolfeville N S with over eighty attendees. President-elect Thomas Trotter spoke on The Future of Acadia Ideals and Plans, followed by remarks from Rev G Harr Rev A Guin Dart and others. Officers elected included President L A Palmer Swampscott Vice President A T Kempton Fitchburg Secretary B A Lockhart and Treasurer C H McIntyre.
A Rochester woman credits Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets with curing years of nervous dyspepsia and stomach trouble after trying many doctors and remedies. The ad claims the tablets aid digestion with fruit salts and peptones and are available for 50 cents. The firm invites requests for a booklet on indigestion causes and treatments.
Jory's ascent triggers mass gatherings and parades as Carter Harrison cites a united Democratic front. Early tallies show Democrats winning 39 of 68 Aldermen seats, with 28 of 34 new races and 11 holdovers likely joining to form a legislative majority.
Washington reports a Democratic sweep in Ohio as voters turn against McKinley era Republican leadership. Cities like Cleveland Canton and Hamilton shift to Democratic tickets. Akron and Youngstown also elects Democrats, while Hamilton County shows a strong Democratic delegation.
In Cleveland on April 6 the Republican city ticket won all contests. Mayor Robert E. McKisson was reelected by 2566 over Democrat John Varley as Silver Democrats abstained and Hanna Republicans were lukewarm. Populist Thomas Fitzsimmons drew 3151 votes. Republicans also captured eight of eleven City Council seats along with school councilmen and constables.
New York April 6 Captain Edward W. Reed of the T. F. Oakes faces a preliminary examination on charges of failing to provide adequate food and medicine to his crew as scurvy broke out. Seaman Frazer testified the crew got scanty rations while the captain and his wife ate well.
Chief Holmes reports letters and visitors from New Hampshire and beyond describing a tall long black overcoated man seen near the Walter Dobbins murder. Tips point to possible arrestee alibi, with a $500 reward offered for information leading to the killer’s arrest and conviction. Board also approves $200,000 in city bonds to fund debt.
In Washington on April 6 crowds gathered to hear Chicago election news. Democrats expressed elation as Mr. Bryan telegraphed Mayor-elect Harrison offering congratulations and noting apparent public sentiment shift since November across Chicago Cincinnati Detroit and other cities.
In Washington on April 6 Senator Morgan introduces a resolution recognizing a state of public war in Cuba and delivers a long speech. He contrasts warship action with seeking indemnity, accuses Spanish authorities of murder and property destruction, and clashes with Senator Hale over sources and Cuba’s prisons. The measure advances to the calendar as Morgan plans a test vote.
The 33 mile Cape Ann to Boon Island course will host the Iowa speed trial today with six buoys and a guarantee of 16 knots. Builders expect 17 knots or more with a possible 17.12 knot average. Bonus of 5000 dollars hinges on achieving the higher speed. Government and builder representatives attend with Captain Sargent in charge of the vessel.
Joseph Levenson of East Boston and Pauline Goldberg daughter of Mr and Mrs E Goldberg of 18 Wall Street Boston were married in Armory Hall East Boston last evening. Rabbi Margolis officiated with Rabbis Levin Kaplan assisting. Bridesmaids included Annie Levenson Backy Feldman Sadie Bornstein Sadie Lewis Sophie Hudston. best man Hyman Pill. groomsmen Morris Levenson D Kaplan Samuel W Pill Morris W Miller M Swartz. They plan a Washington wedding tour and will live at 126 Chelsea Street after returning.
Inspectors Douglass and Knox arrest a young woman named Annie Ripley at Jordan Marsh after she used a large hat as a receptacle for stolen goods. In the hat and her clothing are found a straw hat silk ribbon chiffon lace a dress yoke and a cape valued at 18.09.
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