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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1891

Page

5

Form Study and Drawing A Help Instea d Of A Burden

Miss Emeline Dunn of Willimantic draws teachers to Steinert Hall for a Prang Conference talk on using form study and drawing across school subjects. She argues art instinct and clear expression deepen understanding in science and language, with exhibits and notes from local schools. Colonel Parker and Superintendent Seaver praise drawing as a core tool for right thought, with forward looks to next sessions and Pratt Institute talk.

Prang Steinert Hall Emeline Dunn Willimantic Europe Miss Dunn Dwight, Gaston George Putnam Quincy- Shaw Marlboro Street Williamantic Francis W. Parker Quincy Mass Cook County Ill Parker Laura Bridgman Helen Keller Seaver Edwin P. Seaver Boston Public Schools J. Ernest F. Fenollosa Museum of Fine Arts Colonel Parker C. E. Meieney Somerville Boston

The New Christianity Lecture Highlights Evolving Faith

Rev Julius H Ward spoke at Horticultural Hall on The New Christianity tracing changes in church doctrine over 25 years. He urged enlarging thought while maintaining core beliefs, warned against branding dissenters as heretics, and urged adapting to modern science and evolving religious movements.

Julius H. Ward Free Religious Horticultural Hall

Completion of Their New Exchange Banquet at Algonquin Club

Boston Stock Exchange members celebrated occupying their new building with a Saturday banquet at the Algonquin Club. Attendees included Governor Russell Generals Dalton Corcoran Taylor and Colonel Peabody representing the State, NYSE President Dickerman, Philadelphia Exchange VP Bachman, Merchants' Association President Lane, Chamber of Commerce President Speare, and Postmaster Hart. Speakers included Spencer Ballon Russell Dickerman Hart and others urging faster mail trains and broker cooperation.

Boston Stock Exchange Algonquin Club Russell Dalton Corcoran Taylor Peabody Dickerman New York Stock Exchange Bachman Philadelphia Exchange Lane Merchants’ Association Speare Chamber of Commerce Hart Spencer Ballon The Stock Exchange New York Buchanan Philadelphia Post

Obituary: Hon. Michael J. Flatley Dies in Boston at 1888

The Honorable Michael J. Flatley, longtime Boston hotel proprietor of the Jefferson House on North Street, died of pneumonia at the Jefferson House. Born in County Mayo Ireland on July 25 1828 he moved to Boston as a youth and rose from apprentice to owner. He served in the Common Council from 1873 74 the Senate 1875 78 and Governor's Council 1881 82. He campaigned for prison reform aided Abbot commuted a sentence and held public trustee roles. never married, survived by two brothers Father John Flatley of Cambridge and Joseph active in Jefferson House affairs, plus a sister.

Michael J. Flatley Jefferson House North Street County Mayo Ireland Boston Common Council Senate State House House of Correction Flatley John P. Spaulding Catholic Union Stearns Abbot John Flatley Cambridge Joseph Father Flatley Thomas Flatley

Grand Duke Nicholas Dies After Illness and Madness

The death of Grand Duke Nicholas, uncle to the Czar, longtime field marshal and inspector general of cavalry, is announced. He fell to insanity after a long illness during Russian maneuvers in Volhynia, was moved to General Martyroff's estate, then returned to St Petersburg. Born 1831, he wed Princess Alexandra of Oldenburg in 1856.

Nicholas Czar Russia Corps of Engineers Volhynia Grand Duke Martyroff Don Steppes

Judge Pitman's Memory Honored by Suffolk Bar Association

The Suffolk Bar Association met Saturday to hear a report from the committee on Judge Pitman’s death. Hon. Seth J. Thomas presided, with resolutions presented by Lewis L. Dabney and seconded by Thomas Weston, O T Gray, and John S. Holmes, then adopted. District Attorney Stevens agreed to present the resolutions to the Superior Bench.

Judge Pitman Suffolk Bar Association Pitman Seth J. Thomas Lewis L. Dabney Thomas Weston Newton O. T. Gray John S. Holmes Stevens Bar Association

Sioux trouble blamed on government mismanagement and intended rebellion

Rev W J Cleveland presented findings from the Indian Rights Association on Sioux Reservation disturbances. He said there was no outbreak. Indians planned to form a confederation with other tribes for self rule, while government delay and mismanagement aggravated tensions. He listed 16 remedial actions including land to individuals, work, schooling, civil service rules, and withdrawal of military control.

Philip Crow Creek Sitting Bull Big Foot Red Cloud Crow Dog Washington Wright Rosebud Pratt Commission

Reverend Bellamy Resigns from Bethany Church

The Rev Francis Bellamy pastor of Bethany Baptist Church on West Cottage street resigns effective May 21 after six years in charge. He cites desire for new work and will join Youths Companion as an editor. Bellamy, 33, from Little Falls New York, is a University of Rochester graduate who trained for journalism.

Francis Bellamy Bethany Baptist Church West Cottage Street Little Falls N. Y Bethany Church University of Rochester Youths Companion

Sunday on the Common Brims with Life and Faith

The Boston Common fountain sparkled as children sailed boats and pebbles sparkled in the pond. Crowds gathered despite chilly winds, with Baptist Tabernacle exhorters under the band stand sharing a tale of forty years of faithful living. Boys played tag while others relaxed in the sun across the slopes.

Baptist Tabernacle Bowdoin Square

Public Garden in April Blooms Inspire Local Visitors

Beautiful flowers and green grass filled the Public Garden yesterday as hyacinths, tulips, crocuses, and violets created a rainbow display. Small boys played by the fountain while thousands of adults enjoyed the Howers arranged by Superintendent Doogue for their leisure.

Doogue

A Lesson on Patriotism in East Boston Church

Members of the Patriotic Order of the Sons of America in East Boston attended a worship service at St. John’s Episcopal Church for a sermon on patriotism by Rev. R. W. Plant. He cited Luke 20 25 and urged true patriotism as loyalty to laws, honor to founders like George Washington, and defense of the flag against false patriotism.

Patriotic Order of the Sons of America Boston St. John’s Episcopal Church Decatur and Paris Streets R. W. Plant Sons of America Casar God Christ Harrison England Queen Victoria Prince Albert Edward America Polis Cesar George Washington

Agnes Huntington Returns From West Tour

Miss Agnes Huntington arrives on the White Train with her mother and manager C N Schroeder to begin a week at Hollis Street Theatre. She reports successful performances from Boston to St Louis and Minneapolis, outlines plans for a London theatre, and mentions opening operas and a 2000-seat house costing about £40,000.

Agnes Huntington Holls Street C. N. Schroeder Boston St. Louis St. Paul Minneapolis Chicago Harlem New York Paul Jones Brooklyn England Paris London George Evans DeKoven Messrs. Law and Caldicott Sir Harry Planquette Mr. Meyer New Theatre Hollis Street Charles N. Schroeder Ngland

Church Dedication in Cambridge Opens New St Luke Structure

The St Luke's Reformed Episcopal Society in Cambridge dedicated its new church yesterday morning. Bishop William K Nicholson presided with prayers by Rector Rev Charles H Tucker. The old English style building seats about 400, with a 27 by 12 infant class room and a 32 by 14 prayer meeting room divided for Bible classes.

The St. Luke’s Reformed Episcopal Society Harvard and Inman Streets Cambridge William K. Nicholson D.D Philadelphia New York Charles H. Tucker

April issue previews Egyptian archaeology themed Biblia volume

The April number of this unique publication appears in magazine form with a royal mummy case cover. Contents include Results in Egypt by J. N. Fradenburgh D.D. and The Recent Discovery at Thebes by the editor, plus essays on the Palestine Exploration Fund in Sunday Schools, The Scarabeens, and Egyptian Antiquities in Our Museums as a Study. Biblia begins its fourth year auspiciously.

Egypt J. N. Fradenburgh D.D Thebes Palestine Exploration Fund T. F. Wright W. W. Morse William C. Winslow Biblia

Emigrant Ship Cephalonia Arrives at East Boston

The Cephalonia docked in East Boston after a ten day voyage from Liverpool with 1260 people aboard. Most are young British and Irish families, mostly landable after strict immigration checks. A young Irish girl Nellie O Rourke died of consumption and was buried at sea.

Cephalonia Liverpool Boston Post Ireland Nellie O’rourke Episcopal City Mission Battles Young Women’s Christian Association Massachusetts West

What is the Grip and how to counter it

An old promotional piece argues the grip is a body threat and promotes Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as the sole effective medicinal whiskey. It warns against inferior brands and urges prompt use of a pure spirit to counter the grip.

Non Plus Ultra Amontillado Sherry Delivers From Puerto de Santa Maria

Guillermo Doblache announces shipping of his natural state Non Plus Ultra Amontillado to Boston aboard the Portuguese steamship Olinda. He contrasts it with commerce sherries and notes a New York admirer, with a forthcoming cost memorandum and listing of New England outlets.

Puerto DE Santa Maria Bahia DE Capiz Espana New England Boston Olinda England America New York Guillermo Doblache

Transit line changes from Rowe's wharf area change noted

Beginning May 1 new street routes replace the old northern to southern depots. A line will run Rowe's wharf through Atlantic avenue Federal Knee land Albany Lincoln Beach Lincoln Beach to Rowe's wharf, and a second line will traverse Rowe's wharf Atlantic Summer Washington Essex Harrison Beach Lincoln Albany Federal Atlantic back to Rowe's wharf. An evening service after 6 55 p.m. will travel via Atlantic Summer Washington Boylston to Providence depot and return along the same path.

Northern Rowe’s Wharf Southern Franklin Street Atlantic Avenue Federal Kneeland Streets Albany Depot Lincoln Beach Washington Summer Streets Summer Essex Streets Harrison Avenue

Two Cahill Boys Held as Vagrants in South Boston

Two youths named Cahill aged 14 and 16, residents of 128 Dove Street South Boston, were arrested as vagrants on Dover Street early Sunday by Officers Ready and Roland of Division 4. They had been away from home about two weeks and their father was notified and visited the station Sunday forenoon.

Cahill Dove Street Boston Dover Street Ready Roland Division 4

Anniversary exercises mark 50 years of church group

The church will celebrate its 50th anniversary of organization with Monday evening events on April 27 at 7 30 o clock. All former members and others interested are invited to attend.

Marriages and obituaries in city notices and deaths

In this city April events include marriages of Bragg to Scrieder and Tyler to Brylee on April 21 and 23 with ministers named. A list follows of deaths with ages and locations: Andrews 23, Clapp 61, Copeland 49, Chapman 62, Barstow 82, Hodgkins 55, Roberts 74, Stoddard 42, Haskell 42, Warren 69, Wiegrundager 66, Wait 30, and White undated. Funeral details note Lucy White’s service at North Weymouth First Church after arrival of a train.

Bragg—Scrieder K. F. Holway Harry M. Bragg Carrie A. Scrieder Tyler—Styles J. Horatio Carter Albert E. Tyler Laura C. Brylee Kidder—Newell Chelsea Walnut Street Elijah Horr D.D Charles W. Kidder Boston Emma Eva Newell Mass Hodgkins John B. Hodgkins Roberts South Eliza A Joseph F. Roberts Stoddard John Bates Aaskell Lucy White F. H. Palmer First Church North Weymouth Old Colony

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