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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1897
Page
6
We offer nearly 10 000 Gold Bond Suits from a leading mill at our own price. Each garment is strictly worsted and fast color, with proper tailoring and a strong guarantee. Values range from 20 to 22 dollars, and will not be undersold by any American firm.
Superb suits are displayed at striking prices to advertise their value. The display aims to attract shoppers with notable affordability and wide selection.
D Silverman of Baldwin Place sought permission to build a large house with bay windows near the synagogue. A heated vote denied the request for blocking a narrow alley light. Silverman, his wife, and son Samuel joined the dispute and the meeting adjourned amid tension. Next actions are expected at the Lesnorepy night session.
Annie Wiesberg a 3 year old girl was knocked down and run over by a horse and buggy owned by Thomas D. Roberts of 15 Davis street near 22 Compton street. She sustained bad bruises to the hips and thigh but no serious injuries. Witnesses say the driver did all possible to stop the horse.
A May 4 excursion offers a five day Royal Blue Line trip to Washington with Mt. Vernon and Philadelphia visits. First class hotels and all expenses covered for 27 dollars. For itinerary contact A. J. Simmons of the N. E. A. in Boston. The Lady of the Houste segment follows with a Yonkers Statesman dialogue snippet.
A court-martial is under way to judge Captain Romeyn on charges brought by Lieutenant M J O’Brien. The incident stems from a clash over Mrs O’Brien and Mrs Romeyn and their social circle at Fort McPherson with Romeyn denying a retraction as O’Brien pressed for one.
Mary A Mullhearn eleven year old girl suffered severe burns in a kitchen fire at No. 30 Geneva street Roxbury. Flames enveloped her dress as she attempted to cook supper last evening while parents were away. Neighbors aided her before she was taken to City Hospital where she briefly regained consciousness. Doctors held slight hope for recovery.
Members of the liquor squad led by Captain Brown raided 205 South street and seized policy slips and tickets. Arrests include Louis D. Cady and William Beere of 1051 Washington Street, Henry Robinson of 281 West Seventh street, South Boston, James McCarthy of 205 South street, and later James Woodman 10 Hudson street St John Hawley 62 Revere street Walter Manning 13 Stamford street Charles Jackson 617 Chelsea street East Boston Frank OBrien Malden and John F Porter 10 Decatur street.
The executive committee for the Boston pilgrimage to Ireland in 1898 met yesterday to finalize securing a band and singers. Chairman W J Walshe predicted the trip would eclipse all previous efforts and be open to all creeds. The committee consists mainly of professional and business men from New England. The effort aims for a grand, sacred undertaking with broad support.
Brooklyn born vaudeville star Julia Mackey sails for London on May 15 and will attend a Buckingham Palace reception this June. A renowned baritone with a storied career from the Two Old Cronies to Hanlon brothers, she saved her wardrobe during a theatre fire and later supported a relief benefit.
Richard Olney responds to a long list of Boston leaders who invited him to dine, noting his inability to accept soon due to prior arrangements. He stresses that public service and honest effort are his reward and thanks the senders for their respectful note.
Republican Senators in caucus accepted the opposition proposal for filling Senate committees and left details to Senator McMillan's committee. Likely appointments include Hale to naval affairs Chandler to privileges and elections Hansbrough to public lands Shoup to Territories with Lodge succeeding Hale on printing and Wetmore to chair the library.
Sunday trips resume on the Fall River line starting April 2 with the Boston connection at 6 p.m. and steamers leaving the River at 7:40 p.m. daily. The Priscilla and Puritan are in commission and New York steamers shift departure from 5 to 5:30 p.m. on the same date.
Perele or the Hebrew Farmer was staged last night at the Academy of Music Chelsea before a large Hebrew audience from the city.
An advertisement extols GOLD BOND SUITS from the Continental, praising fit comfort style and finish. It portrays bankers brokers doctors merchants preachers and teachers wearing the brand and urges readers to visit the Continental on the square to buy. The copy emphasizes prestige long experience and broad patronage with busy city streets and commuter crowds as backdrop.
Beverly City Marshal Farnham reveals druggists sold ninety four gallons of whiskey and other liquors in Jan to Apr 1897, prompting debate over enforcement. Aldermen split on violations while prohibitionists hail a brewing “reign of terror” and pastors plan no license sermons. Drugstores deny wrongdoing and await marshal's next move.
A humorous poem shows Casey buying a Continental Gold Bond suit, changing his status. Dressed in the fancy clothes he meets Mae and passes as an alderman, drawing praise and speculation while neighbors’ lives shift as the suit brings respect and motivation.
A special service at Trinity Church Boston marks the first Episcopal deaconess ordination in Massachusetts. Bishop Lawrence will ordain Miss C. M. Carter, a graduate of the Philadelphia Church Training and Deaconess House, who will train volunteer church workers and later teach nursing, visiting the poor, mothers' meetings, penny savings clubs, and clothing drives. She will oversee Bible study courses and lead the Episcopal City Mission's Mothers' Rest at Quincy this summer before beginning work in Boston around Sept. 1.
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