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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
8
The speaker urges readers to choose between clean legitimate advertising that offers reliable clothing at fair prices and the sensational rubbish relied on by rival stores. They claim their goods provide honest value and satisfaction without pushing dubious tactics. The broad message appeals to readers to prefer trustworthy merchants.
President-elect Estrada Palma reached his old home Bayamo in Santiago province amid enthusiastic crowds after traveling from Holguin. At Heuan a farewell reception featured Cuban hymn singing and a banquet where he urged unity for a strong republic. He called for economic, not political, consolidation to ensure stability and world respect. He thanked the Cuban company building the Santiago to Puerto Principe railroad and met war comrades near Bayamo. He proposed pardons for Americans under arrest in Cuba and asked Havana officials to approach Secretary Root about it.
Rooms of the Somerset Club were filled to overflowing last evening at the promenade of students from the Institute of Technology. The event ran from 9 o clock until 2 a m with many notable society figures present. Hosts included Mrs. Henry S. Pritchett Mrs. William B. Rogers Mrs. Samuel J. Mixter Mrs. Charles McIntosh and Mrs. George H. Lyons.
A prominent New York manufacturer nearing retirement sold hundreds of boys suits and knee pants for spot cash. Blue Serge Sailor and Red Cheviot suits in sizes 3 to 8 years offered at one-third to one-half real value. Norfolk and Scotch mixtures, serges valued at 4 to 5 dollars, vestee suits 3 to 7, originally 5 to 7 dollars, now 2.98 each.
A compact sale note lists knee boys blouses at 75 cents, gingham shirts at one dollar, percale blouses, silk lined caps at 25 to 59 cents, and a 15 to 25 cent range indicating discounts on the items.
The Senate again delayed Captain Crozier's nomination for chief of artillery as the military affairs committee seeks a fuller review. Senators directed the War Secretary to furnish all official reports on the Buffington Crozier disappearing gun carriage, a move viewed as shaping the forthcoming floor debate.
Washington April 24 Confederates on the Chinese exclusion bill agreed to report a disagreement to both houses. The dispute centers on the duration of the law with the House seeking an indefinite period while the Senate insists it should not outlast the treaty.
A hearing in Washington heard advocates of postal currency bills recently introduced by Representative Gardner of Michigan. The committee of government officials appointed by the Postmaster General and the Secretary of the Treasury considered the subject of post check currency.
District Attorney Jerome’s staff detectives raided an alleged policy shop in Chatham Square New York arresting two men and seizing paraphernalia. The raid, witnessed by hundreds, used force to arrest six inside while three escaped via fire escape. Police claim the site acted as a clearing house for downtown shops and note the operation occurred without Captain Vredenburgh’s knowledge.
London April 24. Debate in the House of Commons over the forcible detention of Albert Cartwright, former editor of the South African News, who accused Lord Kitchener of ordering prisoners shot. Morley moved adjournment amid strong protests from Liberal and Conservative members. The motion failed 259 to 182, nine Unionists voting with the opposition.
John D. Cassells, Springfield murderer, had clemency denied by the executive council. He was to begin 10 days in Charlestown death cell yesterday but did not arrive. Springfield reports he may reach Charlestown today and be sent to the death house to await execution in the week beginning May 4.
The Allis-Chalmers Company seeks Boston machinists to fill Chicago striker vacancies. A West End hotel representative and newspaper ads aim to recruit, but the Boston union watches progress and reports little success. President Robert Tate says no Boston members respond and expects failure.
In London the government leader A. J. Balfour declared in the House of Commons that an autumn session would be necessary to clear arrears of legislation.
Miss Ellen M. Stone, the missionary, faced court action to enjoin lecturing under Major Pond's management. Testimony revealed details of endorsements and revenue splits, with witnesses including Heard Williams and Major Pond. The hearing, noting Stone's composure, continued to address the contract and management arrangements.
The Massachusetts Horticultural Society held its monthly business meeting at the Quincy House last evening with M. A. Horton presiding. Members present included John C. Daly Charles Read L. C. Elgon John McMahon A. F. Barney and John Campbell, and the San Jose scale was discussed.
In Princeton New Jersey on April 24 Percy Pyne, class of 1903, captured the final round of the annual spring handicap golf tournament with a total score of 172 seconds F C Reinhart, 1905, who finished in second place, also posted a strong score.
Laura Dunbar of the Bijou opera company has married John E. McNamara of Charlestown on April 7. Dunbar, 23, previously Mrs. Clifton Osborne, eloped years ago and later divorced. McNamara, 27, co-owns a bakery with his mother at Green Street Boston and Henley Street Charlestown.
Captain John P Nowell of Brookline says there is no truth to reports he and Lizzie B Raymond are living apart after their Boston wedding on March 17. Raymond, performing in Chicago, says she will not return to Boston soon. The couple stayed at the Copley Square Hotel after their St Patrick’s Day marriage, with Raymond touring a music hall engagement.
Miss Imogene Beatrice Hixon daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles F Hixon of Revere married J Lee Robinson in Woods Memorial Church Cambridge last evening The bride wore white lace veil carried roses bridesmaid wore blue lace The couple plan home at 30 Norfolk street after a short wedding tour and will be at home after May 6
Last evenings meeting at Shaw Mut Church Tremont and Brookline streets debated Chinese exclusion from the United States. The negative party won the verdict with about 100 attendees. Rev Robert T Floody presided Professor James Barker acted as judge. affirmative speakers included J Batley leader Miss Smith Mr Bartlett and Miss Bertha Bennett.
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