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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1900
Page
2
An Ohio congressman warns Harrison’s refusal to declare for McKinley may swing Indiana voters to Bryan. Republicans fear a ten thousand vote loss in the state where Harrison remains popular yet silent, fueling Democratic strategy and complicating Indiana's outcome.
In 1899 the young Rose Blumkin arrived in Dawson City. She staked $4000 at Ed Holden’s gambling house and left laughing. Holden, owner of the leading gambling house, courted her, while his wife sued for divorce after confronting the affair.
Three pedestrians and workers were injured in separate incidents yesterday in Boston. William A. Rockwood suffered a broken shoulder blade and facial injuries when his market wagon axle broke on Blue Hill avenue. John F. Welch had a crushed foot after a wagon wheel struck him while unloading at the New York New Haven and Hartford wharf. A cyclist struck seven year old John Duggan, leaving him with a badly bruised hip. All were treated at city hospitals.
Waitt and Bond, prominent manufacturers, are adding a new wing to their factory forming a 172 foot frontage on three streets. The expansion aims to boost production capacity and strengthen their standing as leaders in New England industry.
Major Leo Bassieur of St. Louis was unanimously elected commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic at the Chicago convention. The session began at nine o clock after adjournment with routine business then the commander in chief position was filled without opposition. Senior vice commander was BE. C. Milliken of Maine and Frank C. was noted in the proceedings.
An unidentified body lies in an undertaker's shop in White Plains amid ongoing inquiries into the barefoot burglar John Harmer of Hammond. Sheriff Molloy reports possible authority suggesting the burglar’s real name remains uncertain.
Judge Rassieur born in Germany in 1849 came to the U S in 1851 and rose from teenager to judge and army veteran. He served as major in the Civil War and later became St Louis Probate Court judge and a longtime lawyer. Mrs Mary L Carr was elected national president of the Woman s Relief Corps. The pension report was adopted without discussion. A note about Frank Sturgis and a Boston merchant son appears in a later line of the text.
Ex president Grover Cleveland replies to a Herald editor, saying he will not advise on the current political crisis. He cites uncertainty in his own ability to judge and a wish to avoid controversy, insisting his retirement should shield him from partisan pressure.
Reports tie the mysterious barefoot burglar John Harner to a wealthy Boston Sturgis connection. Grace Lester, his alleged confidante, is sought for light on the case as Harmar’s morphine poisoning led to death in a Mt Version City jail cell. Authorities search for Harmer’s traces and possible pauper burial if unclaimed.
The gunboat Machiss will be placed on blocks at Charlestown on Saturday for about three weeks. A large crew is stripping her as she undergoes hull cleaning and repair. The vessel’s area and surface will be renovated to restore it to working condition.
Direct telegraphic communication was opened today between the United States and Germany via a new German cable and the Commercial Cable Company's route from New York to Fayal and Emden Germany. Messages between Kaiser Wilhelm II and President McKinley celebrate the peace making potential and promote closer commercial and friendly relations between the nations.
Mrs Jennie Hall Mayo widow of Commodore William H Mayo is reported to plan a wedding to a young New York attorney. After Mayo's death at over 70, the estate went to the widow, now Mrs Mayo is said to marry during a New York visit. she drew attention as a strikingly dressed social figure at Atlantic City.
A Salem campaign scene features remarks from Republican figures including Congressman Moody and Ernest Roberts. The report notes pro expansion speeches and letters from U.S. troops in the Philippines, criticizing anti expansionists at home. The piece signals strong support for McKinley and imperial policy amid a febrile campaign atmosphere.
Robert J Halligan missing Everett boy is found following a Post notice. He enlisted Tuesday in the United States Cavalry at Hanover street recruiting office and was assigned to the Eighteenth Cavalry stationed on an island in New York Harbor. His father will not compel a return but will let him choose his path.
A hand to hand clash at the Albany county district convention left delegates roughly used and furniture broken. The contested delegates will go to the Democratic State convention from the district.
The National Fraternal Congress met at Hotel Vendome and selected Detroit as the site for its next annual session. Elizabeth B. McGowan read a paper on The Scope of Woman's Influence and Its Greatest Benefits for Good in Fraternal Organizations. Delegates took excursions to Nahant and other seashore resorts. today the concluding sessions will be held.
A western Manitoba storm on Tuesday night caused heavy damage with about 100000 dollars in losses. Virden Whitewood Macsomin Souris Thornhill Elkhorn and Oaklake reported damaged buildings and ruined crops across multiple districts and territories.
Mrs Margaret Avery aged 68 suffered a leg fracture yesterday at her West End residence 210 Cambridge Street after stumbling over a small trunk while walking. She was taken to City Hospital for treatment.
Abraham Allian aged seven from Winchester street was admitted to City Hospital for an injured hip. A six year old sibling caused the incident. In South Boston mourners gather for Mrs Mary Ew Haley at the late residence with services at Saint Peter and Paul Church. Funeral at nine o clock.
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