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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1893

Page

3

Masquerade closes Roxbury cycling social series at Armory Hall

Roxbury Bicycle Club ends its social run with a masquerade at Armory Hall drawing sixty couples. Costumes delight the crowd including Miss Young, Miss Smith, C W Eaton, Lt. Drinkwater, Miss Annie Sawyer, and many others while five pink symphonies wow the attendees.

Roxbury Bicycle Club Armory Hall Miss Young Miss Smith Decatur Miss Peavy C. W. Eaton Ht. H. Wheeler Willian Russell Lloyd Drinkwater Lulu Gurney H. L. Piper H. L. Piper, Uncle Sam Annie Sawyer Alice Treffey William Roett Mephistopheles Sawyer Mrs. Harrington Mr. Nugent Mr. Peterson Jack Fecitt George Dorr Jim Keltie Aleck Keltie Miss Wheeler Mr. Reeves W. J. MclIntosh Miss Griggs Miss Page Miss Fay Mr. Kenney EF. W. Stiles Moor Miss Sawyer Priscilla Misses Keltie Misses Dixon Miss Gillespie F. J.ruisseau A. W. Montgomery W. P. Davis Brockton Waltham Winvsimmet Cycle Club Associated Cycling Clubs Press Cycling Club Medford Hyde Park Rovers Union Consul Saunders Cloverhill Lowell Board of Trade Boston Boot and Shoe Club Brunswick Stock Highway Commission Perkins W. S. McClintock A. A. Pope N. 5. Shaler

Columbias on sale at Columbia Establishment

Nine Columbia bicycle styles ranging from cushion tires at 119 dollars to premium models at 150 dollars. Second hand wheels plentiful and in first class condition. Riding school free to buyers, nominal charges for others. Location 221 Columbus Avenue. Salesroom and riding school open Wednesday and Saturday. Sacchi.

Columbia Columbus Avenue

Tammany Brav es Dance in South Boston Hall

South Boston's Ward 13 Tammany Club held its annual dance in Odd Fellows Hall with members in finery. The event featured elegant ladies, tropical plants, and music, drawing prominent figures including Senator Edward J. Leary and Alderman John J. Maguire among many guests.

South Boston Ward 13 Tammany Club Odd Fellows’ Hall Edward J. Leary James S. McKenna Michael F. McDonough James A. Galvin M. F. Conley Peter J. McKenna Michael A. Meaney James J. McCarthy George C. Conway James T. Curran Joseph J. Kelly Thomas H. Devlin J. J. Merril N. J. Sullivan John J. Teevens G. J. Reagan Matthews Nat Taylor Thomas O’rourke McNary Henry F. Naphen The Lion Patrick Maguire Lomasney, Dever, Lee, Moorey and Mitchell Donovan D. F. Barry

Brown Bears Defeat Thomson Houston Electrics 10 to 7

Brown University defeated Thomson Houston Electrics of Lynn 10 to 7 on Lincoln Field. It was the Electrics' first game of the season and Brown's play in both batting and fielding stood out, with a circus catch by McLane in left field ending a liner from Deady.

Providencek Thomson- Houston Electrics Lynn Brown University Lincoln Field Brown Electrics McLane Deady

Baseball Gossip Previewing 1890s pennant race influence

The piece previews the coming season with Boston likely strong after a South trip to rid rheumatism. It contrasts Boston and New York rosters, mentions Anson’s Chicago crowd, and notes reserve-rule effects on players. It highlights figures like Slattery Meagher Murray and discusses a Brown Harvard clash and New England circuit players.

Boston South Frank Selee Lowe Herman Long Carroll Kelly Merritt Kell New York Boyle Philadelphia McMahon Jack Boyle Davies Bostons Anson Chicago Mike Slattery Binghamton Baltimore Jim Sullivan Providence Washington Miah Murray Harvard Boys Mike Meagher John Irwin Wilkesbarre Mike New England Harvard Lowell Dover Brockton Fall River Lewiston Portland

Winners on the Tracks at Guitrenpura NJ

Races today yield winners and times across six events. Phonograph wins the five and one half furlongs race, with Lillie KR and a gelding placing. Jack Lowell takes the five furlongs, with Mail second and Tartarian third. Brooklyn wins the one mile race, Rico second and Headlight third. My Gyps wins six furlongs with My Belle second and Monsoon third. Allan Bane captures the one and one eighth miles, Fenelon second and Hyacinth third. Pagan wins six furlongs, Tom Tough second and Pedestran third, all with listed times.

Guitrenpura N. J the Post Phonograph Auburn Lillie KR Jack Lowell Eee Mail Tartarian Brooklyn Rico

Groverster NJ Races Reported With Multiple Winners

Special to the Post covers GroverstER races listing results for 12 races held April 12. Winners include Mattie Howard Wist Little Phil Sweet Alice Express and Swamp Fox with times ranging from 59 seconds to 1 minute 38 seconds and various second and third place finishers in selling and maiden events.

Groverster N. J Mattie Howard Wilroy Frankie T Wist Prince Imperial Little Phil Brae Sersey Repeater Ot ‘ Ok Cabin Hog Come To Taw John Hickey Sweet Alice Benjamin Keime Express Bonnie Lass Nenophon

Athletic meeting plans loom for world fair season

The article outlines a big outdoor meeting plan by the Boston Athletic Association at Riverside against Salford Harriers, with global ambitions ahead of the Chicago World’s Fair carnival from September 13 to 15. It notes tastemakers like Tom Keane and Billy Clark, trainer tips for McLaughlin, and manager Jack Sheehan rumored as Graham’s successor at Charlesbank.

Congress Street Salford Harriers Riverside Chicago New York Philadelphia Washington Detroit Buffalo Pittsburg Boston San Francisco St. Louis St. Paul Steve Coombs Tom Keane Harvard Keane Billy Clark Dale Joe Doyle Joe McLaughlin Worcester Jack Sheehan John Graham Charlesbank Jack Bay State Athletic Club

Aquatic Talk on Worcester Regatta Plans and Local Rowing Talent

The Rowing Association will meet to decide the July 4 regatta location with Springfield a strong offer and the Connecticut likely course. New England will be represented by a top eight at the national regatta and local crews including Riversides and Crescents aim for victory while Dan Sullivan and the Columbians show strong athletics interest.

Rowing Association Springfield Connecticut The Charles New England Riversides Crescents America Sullivan Dan Sullivan Columbians Coopers Worcester

Lehigh Falls to Dartmouth Amid Rainy Afternoon

In South Bernevem Penn on April 12 Lehigh lost to Dartmouth 12 to 5 as rain delayed and dimmed play. The weather disrupted both sides and prevented a standout performance.

South Berntevem Penn Lehigh Dartmouth

New Equipment on the Noon Train Reported

A 12 noon train is noted to have new equipment added to its consist. Officials confirm upgrades are part of a broader fleet refresh aimed at improving service reliability and passenger comfort.

Tigers Beat Boston in Rainy Princeton Game

Princeton reporters note a cold, damp afternoon as Boston defeated Yale 7 to 1 after beating Yale 8 to 1 last Monday. Drake started with a sore arm and pitched two innings. Brokaw finished. Three errors total.

Princeton N. J Boston Brokaw

Dunraven Proposes Scheduling for America's Cup Races

Lord Dunraven letters Commodore Smith from London dated March 25 discuss race timing for the America's cup. He suggests extending leeward and windward race laps, distinguishing stake boats with a large flag, and fixing the first race date around mid September to avoid late-season flier. Commodore Smith replies the suggestion will be considered and signs as James D. Smith.

Dunraven Commodore Smith James D. Smitr

Cambridge Athletic Association Dance At Odd Fellows Hall

The Cambridge Athletic Association hosts a dance at Odd Fellows Hall Cambridgeport this evening. President Harry Hodgkins and members have worked hard to ensure a successful affair.

Cambridge Athletic Association Odd Fellows’ Hall Cambridgeport Harry Hodgkins Roxbury Athletic Club Irvington Oval Turnee Harry Cornish Maurice Stern Fred Lord Columbian Rowing Association Sheldon South Boston South Medford

Brockton to Host 1800 Colt Stakes at Oct Fair

The Brockton Agricultural Society offers 1800 in colt stakes for the annual fair October 4 to 7. Entries close June 1 and horses named September 5. Stakes range from 300 to 600 with mile heats and best in multiple tries. Cited rivals include Rhode Island State fair and Mystic Park.

Brockton Brockton Agricultural Society Rhode Island State Fair New England Breeders’ Association Mystic Park

Bath department highlighted on Ladies Day program

At the B. A. A. on May 5, the bath section showcases water fun with Professor James Shea and twelve pupils in four swimming exhibitions from three classes. Participants include G Williams N Rice G Noyes J LaMoyne J B Thomas Jr A B DeBlois R C Richardson EK Whittier M Williams C D Hodges R H Thomas G G Mixter. Exhibitions cover diving straight high and back. A tule race features H Gross vs H Norris Jr. The water polo match closes the department activities with Lt Norris Jr and S N Norton as captains.

Bath James Shea G. Williams N. Rice G. Noyes J. LaMoyne J. B. Thomas

Atlantic Yacht Club to award trophy for big single stickers

The Atlantic Yacht Club plans a regatta trophy gifted by Commodore Banks to be presented at a Hotel St George gathering in Brooklyn. The event aims to boost interest in forthcoming trials as new yachts compete in September under the regatta committee.

New York Atlantic Yacht Club Commodore Banks Regatta Committee The Sentember

Will They Strike Continued From Page One

The article reports on looming labor unrest as men challenge rules set by the Division Superintendent and anticipate a possible strike across divisions. It notes uniform opposition and potential action, signaling escalating tension within the workforce.

Revelations at City Gas Inquiry Stir Public Interest

The torn leaf dispute at the gas inquiry centers on a 1888 report page claiming gas production costs. Mayor Matthews, George Fred Williams, and Gas Commissioner Barker clash over the leaf, with Williams insisting a section showing costs was ripped out. Barker denies tearing the page. Williams maintains his sighting of the missing content.

Matthews George Fred Williams Barker Williams

Gas Price Hearings Open for Roxbury Dorchester and South Boston

The Boston Board of Gas and Electric Light Commissioners resumed hearings on petitions by Roxbury Dorchester and South Boston gas customers seeking lower rates. Moody Merrill urged reductions to 1 for heating fuel power and 130 for lighting, arguing higher profits under lower prices. Greenough and Coffin represented the companies, noting no preference on grouping petitions with the Mayor's. the hearing concluded with no objections.

Board of Gas and Electric Light Commissioners Beacon Street Roxbury Dorchester South Boston Moody Merrill Charles P. Greenough A. B. Coffin Merrill Greenough Mr. Merrill Commission

Boston Waiter Girls Plea For Fair Pay and Hours

In a public appeal to the editor the Boston waiter girls describe long shifts of over ten hours, scarce work at four hours in some places, and wages so low that many go without decent clothing heat or hot meals. They urge reform and support.

Post Boston Mass

Browning King & Co Spring Goods Display

Browning, King & Co. at Washington and Kneeland showcase spring ready made clothing and fabrics for Boston trade. They highlight furnishings and the latest bat styles, inviting traders and shoppers to visit for a good outfit at reasonable prices.

Browning, King & Co Washington Kneeland Streets Boston Bats

Yale boat house near ready for occupancy

The Yale boat house in New Haven measures 90 by 35 feet and will hold four eight oared shells and several sculls. Located below the first bridge on Lake Whitney the facility will serve the crew before harbor practice begins and the class crews after varsity oarsmen move to the harbor.

New Haven New Yale Boat House Lake Whitney

Tufts Defeats Philips Andover Academy In Baseball

Tufts defeated Philips Andover Academy this afternoon in Andover by a baseball score of tol. The game featured several notable moments as the teams competed for an early season win.

Andover Tufts Philips Andover Academy

Community activities and civic notices in local venues

A coffee party by the All Souls Universalist chapel youth society featured a fine musical and literary program. Theo dore Crocker will receive a benefit concert at Maverick Church for injuries from the Lincoln street fire. Master William H. Ford’s funeral was held with a high mass at the Church of the Assumption.

Young People's Society All Soul Universalist Chapel Theodore Crocker Lincoln Street Maverick Church Elizabeth Hamlin Wulf Fries Herbert Johnson Joseph L. White Marie Brookings Fanny Cliff Berry Margarette Brookings William H. Ford Church of the Assumption Father Garrity Holy Cross Cemetery Women’s Relief Corps John A. Hawes Music Hall Atlantic Works Cormorant City of Boston Street Ham Thomas Culliney Marion Street Culliney Ireland Lyceum Hall The Fitton Literary Institute Outing Club

Election notes and social updates from South Boston

The City Point Catholic Association votes tonight at 9 pm with John H. Buckley Jr named secretary by retiring directors. Grover Associates host a first dance party on April 20 with Billy Haines providing music. The Wentworth Club plans a Bethesda Hall party tonight. Charles Linnehan may build a large stable on Boston Wharf Company property. In Murray & Irwin's novice pool, Dick Irwin leads with 11 wins and 1 loss, Donnelly 10 wins 3 losses. Bernice Lodge marks an anniversary with a high‑profile entertainment by Annie Lennon et al. Boston Shoe Company buys 168 West Second Street for women’s footwear production.

City Point Catholic Association John H. Buckley, Jr Grover Associates Billy Haines Wentworth Club Bethesda Hall Charles Linnehan Boston Wharf Company Murray & Irwin’s Dick Irwin Owed Donnelly Bernice Lodge Bernice Hall Annie M. Lennon James H. Murphy Millie Chrimes Kittie Cassidy Gertie Lennon W. A. Welch Allie Smith Alpha Orchestra Johns. Godfrey P. Tl. Temple J. S. Godfrey George A. Cole E. E. Baker F. H. Hemmenway Boston Shoe Company Tupper Shoe Company Lynn West Second Street Cirry Point

Beacon Light Temperance Club Elects Officers in Somerville

The annual election selects John Green as President and Arthur C. Blaze as first vice president, with Philip B. Purdon and P J McLaughlin as other officers. Other items note Beacon Light events, assemblies and social gatherings in Somerville communities.

Beacon Light Temperance Reform Club John Green Arthur C. Blaze Philip B. Purdon P. J. McLaughlin Clara E. Walker Hattie <A. Sawyer Essie T. Sullivan Jennie S. Walker Minnie L. Morrison Winnie A. White Will H Winter Hill Lodge Mexico George H. Russ Old Powpirn House

Demorest medal contest concludes at Walnut Street Church

The sixth and last Demorest medal contest drew a large crowd at Walnut Street Church with judges Rev. T. C. Watkins Mrs. J. B. Fenwick and Hi. T. Weaver. Tomorrow Theodore Winthrop Post hosts a progressive whist party in Grand Army Hall for the First Hospital bazaar.

West End Court Sudbury Washington Hanover Streets Walnut Street T. C. Watkins J. B. Fenwick Hi. T. Weaver Theodore Winthrop Post Grand Army Hall Armory Hall Seventh District Lynn Street Cleveland William Everett Elm Council of United Fellowship J. H. Higgins Mt. Bellingham Methodist Church Hoyt Chinatown Academy of Music Tite Perryman

Cambridge Notes and Social Happenings in London and Home

Dr. T J Leahy plans to sail from London for home in about two weeks. A Cambridge native and Harvard Medical School graduate, class of 92, he studied in Dublin and London. Tonight a musicale will be held at Professor Julius Ward's home on Magazine Street with Frank Pratt Edith Cole and L P Whitney among the performers. Officer James H Murray is promoted to inspector. Remodelling of District 3 police station continues with prisoners housed in the basement while the station is updated above. The Binney field is nearly submerged with stagnant water affecting the area near Grand Jimellon tracks. Residents report ongoing foot traffic on the tracks and worry about future accidents in East Cambridge. John F O'Brien was not seen yesterday. a friend says he will not respond to Mr. Rady representing the Democratic State central committee.

T. J. Leahy London Dr. Leahy Cambridge Harvard Medical School Dublin Julius Ward Magazine Street Frank Pratt H. 5 Andros Paul Herfurth Frank Riley East Cambridge John F. O'Brien O'Brien Rady Democratic State Central Committee

New State House Extension Reveals Hidden Scope

The 1889 act for a State House addition in Boston turns out to fund tearing down and rebuilding the old section. Commissioners must erect a fireproof extension on Mt. Vernon Street rear of the current building and modify plans submitted to the Legislature. The project requires an extra 1.5 million dollars.

State House Commonwealth Mt. Vernon Street Boston

Progress of the Big Fair in Chiaco April 12 1893

Director-General Davis announces exhibits with space permits up to April 30 1893 and extends exhibit reception to that date. Italian lace from Queen Margherita’s warship arrives opened by Countess Dibrassa, praising crown lace and women’s handiwork. The ordnance display includes Krupp Hotchkiss and War Department guns and howitzers.

Chiaco Davis Margherita Italy Dibrassa S Krupp Hotchkiss Ordnance Company Hotchkiss Establishment Ordnance United States War Department

Postmasters Appointed Across Nation and New Hampshire List

Washington April 12 The total number of fourth class postmasters appointed today was 121. Eighty two filled vacancies from resignations and deaths while thirty nine were removals. Thirty five removals served four years or more. New Hampshire appointments include TH J Jonen Alton J M Arnold Danville C H Dodge New Boston A R Robinson Tamworth F L Gilman Woodstock.

Washineton New Hampshire TH. J. Jonen Alton J.M. Arnold Danville C. H. Dodge New Boston A. R. Robinson Tamworth F. L. Gilman Woodstock

Curtis and Hamlin Qualified as Treasury Assistants

William Edmund Curtis of New York and Charles Hamlin of Massachusetts qualified this afternoon as assistant secretaries of the Treasury. Hamlin will replace Geay and may later supervise customs affairs and the supervising architect's office.

Wasamindtron William Edmund Curtis New York Charles Hamlin Massachusetts the Treasury Geay

Sanford v Peck and Bishop furniture case bubbles to light

In New Haven on April 12 the case of George L. Sanford versus Peck and Bishop shifted when a motion to set aside the judgment due to alleged jury interference by defendant attorney Hamilton was granted. The plaintiff’s side vowed to thoroughly sift the matter, claiming to hold irreputable evidence of a questionable nature against the defendant.

New Haven George L. Sanford Peck & Bishop Hamilton

Paine Folding Bed Offered By Paine Furniture

A practical folding bed promotes better sleep and storage. Readers are advised to visit 45 Canal Street to see the Paine Folding Bed designed and manufactured by Paine's Furniture Company as a reliable choice amid many offers.

Canal Street Paine Furniture Company Absolu

Firebugs Roil Attleboro and North Attleboro

Incendiary fires plague Attleboro and nearby North Attleboro over two weeks. Houses and inns including Charles Fields Briggville home and the old Wrentham Inn burned, with losses totaling thousands. Sheriff Briggs reports evidence of arson and ongoing investigations amid a local fear of a roaming tramp gang.

Attileporo North Attleboro Attleboro Charles Fields Briggvile Road North Pawtucket Abbe Kent Providence Evans Brown Charles Field Briggville Sheriff Briggs Mr. Field Post

Eastport St John Steamers Launch Spring Service

International Steamship Co announces spring sailings starting April 17 with Cumberland and State of Maine in commission on tri weekly Boston to St John trips every Monday Wednesday Friday at 8 30 am. Wednesday service will be Boston Eastport direct with no Portland call. Noon B M connects with steamers at Portland on Mondays and Fridays.

Cumberland State of Maine Boston St. John Eastport Portland Boston & Maine Railroad

Entertainment and Dance by St Peter T A and L Society

The St Peter s T A and L Society held its first entertainment and dance at Dorchester Music Hall last evening before a large audience. Performers included Charles Lewis pianist Benjamin Hunt Jr baritone George Spaulding cornet Miss Dora Damon violin solo D J Lynch reading James Twomey Indian clubs Harry Jockett violin Thomas Connell song Frank Leslie original selections Misses Gilchrist Michael Kelly clog artist John Ryan tenor solo Thomas McKvillar reading M Sullivan sang. Father Ronan President McDonald and D J Lynch chaired the event.

St. Peter’s T. A. and L. Society Dorchester Music Hall Charles Lewis Benjamin F. Hunt, Jr George D. Spaulding Dora Damon D. J. Lynch Reading James Twomey Harry Jockett Thomas Connell Frank Leslie Misses Gilchrist Michael Kelly John Ryan Thomas Mckvillar M. F. Sullivan Father Ronan McDonald

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