11 Apr 1899
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1899
Page
1
Harvard baseball players of 1899 faced a weak practice session on the varsity diamond. The lackluster drills present a poor outlook for tomorrow's game against Boston University.
The article states that two classes for consumers were taught as planned and expected, highlighting successful delivery and anticipated outcomes. It notes dissemination of information and engagement across both groups, emphasizing practical understanding and positive reception.
A Boston newspaper ad promotes Incomparable Boston Blend Coffee. It contrasts inferior Mocha and Java at higher prices with Boston Blend offered at 34 cents per pound or 25 cents per pound in bulk, plus free delivery options to New England addresses and varied pack sizes for dealers, hotels, and restaurants.
Cobb, Bates and Verxa Ce Bean Family Team swept all three games to beat McCarthy Annex by 62 pins. W Bean led with a 2719 series as the high roller of the night. The Bean quintet claimed back to back season victories in a tight match.
Warren Avenue Baptist Church may fill its vacant pulpit this summer with Dr William M Lawrence of Chicago’s Second Baptist Church as chief supply. Lawrence, about 65, is famed as an eloquent preacher and may help restore the church’s standing. other potential substitutes include Rev O F Gregory of Baltimore and Rev Dever E Croft of Saratoga Springs.
Herbert Tree, actor-manager, allegedly barred dramatist Henry Arthur Jones from access during rehearsal of Carnac Sahib at Her Majesty's Theatre. Tree reportedly insisted on producing the play as written, citing dialogue he found offensive. Jones denies the story.
Godfrey Davidson Bland first secretary of the British embassy died suddenly in Washington on April 10 after feeling unwell in the afternoon. A physician was sent for and he expired shortly before 8 o clock at his apartment.
The Dedham town meeting voted to indefinitely postpone the police alarm and patrol system report. The adverse verdict on a municipal electric plant was accepted. the committee must negotiate with Dedham Electric Lights Co for a new contract. Appropriations: Water 5600, snow and ice 3000, town notes 16825, library 3000, schools 39500. Burgess schoolhouse may be sold.
Captain Edward Horton of the Company A eighth Regiment won four votes in ten ballots for city marshal, the best tally among candidates. Tonight’s aldermanic conference also considered confirming or rejecting officers of the present police force.
The Royal Dairy Lunch debuts at 267 Washington Street Boston offering self service from a long counter with a menu of sandwiches eggs pies and dairy dishes. Orchestral entertainment by Welter and Son Pneumatic Orchestrions and generous fit and finish mark the new 85 foot room with top suppliers and imported fixtures.
In Holguin province raids by bandits target Santa Anita estate and three villages between Holguin and Gibarara Auras. Firefights occur with soldiers but no one is hurt. Bandits sack stores and escape with 1700 dollars as residents flee rural areas. Mounted troops pursue the marauders amid anxiety over troop reductions.
In Blodgett's court James Jumper pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery and drew a sentence of ten to twelve years in State Prison. Michael O Grady received six to eight years for two counts of breaking and entering. John Edwards and John Campion also faced prison terms for various offenses. Others, including James Francis, Frank J Casey, Fred Douglas, John McVey, Henry Matthews, John J Muphy, John Murphy, Omas Pearson, and Julius McQueter, received sentences ranging from four months to fifteen months or more for larceny, non support, and related crimes.
The Universalist Club gathered for its regular monthly session with unclear details. Mr Winthrop and Dr Herbert B Howard of a hospital addressed hospital management and Tufts College Medical Poundling Hospitals, leaving reader with an intriguing though fragmentary account.
A pitched battle in Pana Illinois between Sheriff Downey deputies and imported black miners erupted at Locust street killing seven and wounding many. Governor Tanner sent state troops to restore order as Adams County braces for further violence.
The Boston Associated Board of Trade met at Youngs Hotel to discuss municipal taxation and a rising city debt. A committee urged against borrowing beyond the debt limit, while members urged careful consideration and possible tax adjustments to fund parks and schools.
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