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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1899

Page

6

SOPPERS BOOM. Baltic's poor showing and copper moves

The Boston market shows strong copper shares led by Arcadian and Isle Royale despite a weak Quincy output. Baltic struggles with slow progress and uncertain gains while Arcadian advances to the day’s high. Reports on Elm River and Utah-Bingham properties hint at future big copper production. Prices and brokers note shifting fortunes in Amalgamated Copper and other names as markets digest the day’s activity.

New York Boston Arcadians Isle Royale S&. Oo S. O Lake Superior North Tamarack Quincy Elm River Arcadian Bingham Utah Consolidated United States Mining Utah Montana L. A. Wright San Diego Cal Fortuna la Republica John Street Baltic Rock Atlantic Centennial Arnold Baltic Wolverine Bay State Gas New England Gas & Coke Fortuna Mining Flemington Coal & Coke Mayflower Cochiti Little Tiger Massachu

Alarm in Returning Volunteers Shocks Washington

Rumors say President McKinley fears the Philippines war may extend beyond Independence Day. Aims include resuming a bold campaign or pursuing conciliation with the Filipinos to grant self government while preserving U S suzerainty over the islands.

Washington McKinley Philippines Mead Manila Philippine Northwest Congress Otis Cuba Porto Rico

My Clothier Fire Sale Promises Big Discounts

After a recent blaze, My Clothier slashes stock prices to half to clear the premises. Mr. Wolf aims a clean sweep of inventory with a large anticipated crowd of thrifty New England buyers. The exact sale date remains unsettled, but preparations point to the last week. Readers are urged to watch daily papers for ads.

Clothier

Alger Leaves for Quebec on Vacation Trip

General R A Alger Mrs Alger and two sons with relatives depart Detroit for Grand Mer Quebec then New York and Cooperstown for a three week vacation. He declines to discuss senatorial candidacy or political matters.

Detroit Mich R. A. Alger Alger Grand ‘Mer Que New York Cooperstown N. Y

Policeman Carey Injured Stopping Runaway Horse

Policeman Daniel Carey, long stationed at Washington and Court streets, was knocked down yesterday afternoon while trying to halt a runaway horse. He suffered head and arm bruises and torn clothing, and was taken to Station 2 for treatment.

Daniel Carey Washington and Court Streets

Pilgrim Registry of Deeds draws history lovers to Plymouth

Visitors to Plymouth seek the Registry of Deeds to view ancient Pilgrim writings including the will of Myles Standish and the order for jury trials in Governor Bradford’s hand. Summer tours depart daily from the Winthrop Line wharf at 400 Atlantic Avenue aboard the steamer Plymouth, offering an inexpensive, comfortable trip with guest amenities.

Plymouth Myles Stanadish Bradford Winthrop Line Atlantic Avenue Winthrop Steamboat Company Plymouth Coniain Atlantic Ave Plymout

Arrah na Pogue Stages Stir at Castle Square Theatre

The Castle Square Theatre presented Arrah na Pogue to a large audience with Lillian Lawrence Maude Odell and Kae Ryan in key roles. J R Pitman directed the lively cast as William Courtleigh sang Wearing of the Green. The run continues this week with The Sporting Duchess to follow.

Castle Square J. R. Pitman Lillian Lawrence Arrah Meelish Maude Odell Fanny Power Kae-Ryan Katty Walsh William Courtleigh Shaun the Post Alfred Hudson Colonel O’grady Charles Mackay Beamish McCaul Edward Wade Major Coffin N. H. Fowler Lindsay Morison John T Craven Michael Feeney Tony Cummings Oiny, Farrel

Keith's Theatre Summer Show Delights with Music and Comedy

The Keith's Theatre summer program features the Symphony Orchestra led by Max Zach with Miss Huth and Remington delivering standout vocals and impersonations. The Biograph reels please the audience along with strong sketches by Clifford, Huth, Remington, Carr, Jordan, Barrett and Learned. Athletic feats by the Bright brothers and dancing by the Brannigans round out a lively bill in cool comfort.

Keith's Keith’s Max Zach Thomas E. Clifford Holy City Clifford Huth Hines Remington Carr Jordan Barrett Miss Huth Batson George Puller Golden Lafayette John Philip Sousa Bright Brothers Fitzgibbon Brannigans

Russian Orchestra Debuts in Boston at Austin & Stone’s

The Royal Red Russian Orchestra of Moscow opened in America in Boston yesterday to warm receptions. Led by Max Bachmann, the 18-member ensemble performed a mix of Russian steppes tunes, waltz king productions, and current popular pieces with strong expression. The show also featured European fantasists Allaire and Gaudrau, M. Ganelleau, and James and Florence Simpson among others.

Boston Royal Red Russian Orchestra of Moscow Austin & Stone’s Land of the. Czar Max Bachman Steppes Europe Great Northern Empire Allaire Gaudrau M. Ganelleau James Florence Simpson Casey Theatre Carlo Ramon Brothers Hardie Meerson Zara George Hussey Lambshire Brothers la Toska Eilis Raymond Alf Bryan Ellison Sisters George Donaldson American Bioscope

Harry Hough Rearrested on State Embezzlement Charge

Harry Hough assistant cashier at Cocheco Savings Bank Dover is rearrested on a state warrant for embezzling 3500 from the bank. He had fled after a teller shortage at Cocheco National Bank and was held on US grand jury bonds. W F Nason receiver declined to comment.

Dover N. H Harry Hough Cocheco Savings Bank Cocheco National Bank United States Boston Hough United States Grand Jury National Bank W. F. Nason Hey

United States despatch boat Dolphin sails with Long family

The Dolphin departed for Portland yesterday carrying the secretary of the Long family aboard. The vessel will return to the navy yard in a day or two. A board of inquiry into the Dolphin ferryboat collision in New York Harbor will meet in Char Town Raye Tarrd tomorrow. Captain George of the Wabash will be present to discuss the incident.

United States Dolphin Portland Navy Yard Board of Inquiry New York Harbor

Keely Cure Admits Two Drunkenness Suspects

George M. and Gaxee Pubb, once prominent figures in the parlor car business, were admitted this evening to the Keely Institute for treatment of drunkenness.

George M Gaxee Eely Institute

Salem Willows Attractions Delights Tourists

Visitors enjoy a seaside excursion to Salem Willows with amusements and rides. The article highlights the area’s varied attractions, including a boardwalk and scenic spots, drawing crowds from the hubs.

Balloon ascent and attractions at Huntington avenue Chute grounds

Crowds gathered last evening for Professor Eugene Stafford’s night ascent at Huntington avenue Chute grounds. Fireworks display and Austin's troupe of Japanese spaniels entertained daily from 1 to 11 pm with free admission. Nickelodeon shows drew many visitors.

Huntington Avenue Eugene Stafford Stafford Austin George Litz

Unclear Advertisement Claims Cure for Plague

Fragmentary OCR notes tout an ointment described as a universal cure that “never fails” for a terrible plague. Mentions a drug store price of sixo content? with references to dosing and suppliers.

Sporting crowd views Rett reprise and varied acts at Boston fair

Well known sporting men attended the reproduction of the ten round Rett fight between Sharkey and Day, praising its accuracy. The day featured pugilistic exhibitions by top Boston bag punchers, Kid Haley showing new moves. The program included ragtime troubadours, George Cooper joining the company, a banana eating contest, and vaudeville numbers by Rose Lewis and others, closing with classic living pictures. Amateur night Friday invites newcomers to the stage.

Tom Sharkey Day Bng Boston Kid Haley George Cooper

Point of Pines to Stage Eight Day Musical Carnival

Grant and Flynn present an eight day festival at the Point of Pines starting Sunday and ending August 20. The troupe features Floward Boulden Elsie Currier Agnes Evans Marti Griffin and John Reedy with notable acts by Jules Levy Mme Stella Costa Levy Del Puente and the Olympia Quartet. Lynn Cadet Band will be augmented for the week and daily balloon ascents parachute jumps and concerts by the Lynn Cadet Bard are planned alongside dancing bathing and other entertainments.

Grant and Flynn Rustic Theatre Floward Boulden Elsie Currier Agnes Evans Marti Griffin John Reedy Boulden Griffin Lynn Cadet Jules Levy Mme Stella Costa Levy the Pines del Puente Olympia Point of Pines Lynn Cadet Bard Kilpatrick

The Girl in the Moon Delights Boston Audiences

In the Boston Theatre vestibule a three month run of The Girl in the Moon draws crowds of over 7000 visitors who linger to puzzle over its meaning. Guests enjoy the lobby display, open from 10 until 10, alongside the main feature as they seek to solve the mystery.

Boston Theatre Esterday D’alberg

Bears Arrive At Resort Zoo In Mixed Welcome

Amusing week at a popular summer resort features two Montana baby bears and Maine bears newly added to the zoological garden. The Maine bears initially clash with the Montana pair but soon acclimate. The rustic theatre adds J W Gorman vaudeville with The Morellos aerialists John Barker Cushing and Merrill La Petite Blanche Mme Barutio and Willis Milligan providing jokes music and star turns.

Zoological Garden Montana Maine Bears Montana Bears West Rustic Theatre J. W. Gorman the Morellos John Barker

Cambridge Boy Hurt By Milk Wagon Horse

Fred Wilson aged 10 of 236 Winsor Street Cambridge was struck at Harvard and Orfolk streets by a horse attached to a milk wagon. He suffered injuries from the horse’s hoof and was taken to Cambridge Hospital by ambulance.

Fred Wilson Winsor Street Cambridge Harvard Orfolk Streets Cambridge Hospital

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