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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1895
Page
3
Newton men Albert J. Roffe on the Citizens ticket and Henry E. Cobb for the Republicans are viewed as evenly matched. The article quotes Temple Hall secretary Thorndike Spaulding praising Mayor Bancroft’s record and arguing for his reelection.
A reader questions if city duties deserve full time while a railroad chief earns more as mayor. The remark suggests the mayor’s salary exceeds the value of public service and asks whether Cambridge city business is truly prioritized.
The Haverhill mayoral race tightens with four candidates, three main contenders. Democrats back Benjamin F. Brickett after nominating a straight party ticket, while Republicans show defections and back Warren W. Potter. Independent Mayor Jewett lobs attacks as voters await Tuesday’s decision and new registrations boost turnout potential.
Three college athletes from Harvard and Brown spoke on religion and athletic ideals at a YMCA College Day in Boston. J E N Shaw, H G Dorman, and W H Bustard shared reflections linking Christian faith with athletic discipline and personal development.
Citizens debate between Henry E. Cobb of Brewster Cobb & Hsla brook and veteran Alderman Roffe. Both present long service records, community ties, and strong endorsements, with opinions split on who best represents local needs and party balance.
Alderman Andrew J. Rady the Citizens' nominee discusses Mayor Bancroft's acceptance speech in a Cambridge interview. He denounces Bancroft as a hungry spoilsman and rudeness, questions Bancroft's fourth term bids, and argues office should seek the man, not vice versa.
About twenty indictments were filed by the Kosciusko County grand jury against Amish members. Investigations connected to a local Neusbaum case revealed alleged crimes including marrying without licenses and to close relatives, midnight burials, and mistreatment of children. The Amish maintain religious exemptions from state laws, citing Old Testament beliefs and strict practices.
In Wheeling West Virginia yesterday the Vigilants and Tigers clashed in a chaotic game described as a championship attempt. No police were present and the melee extended to spectators leaving many with bruises. Gate receipts were also attacked by a livery firm before the game ended with no points for either side.
December 1 reports special prayers planned by Christian Endeavorers in the United States and Canada for Colonel Robert G. Ingersoll with Salvation Army participation flagged. New York City sources say the local Endeavor movement will not officially offer prayers though individuals may act.
Rear Admiral C. Carpenter, late commander of the Asiatic squadron, arrived in San Francisco aboard the Gaelic and hastened home to his ailing wife in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. He had planned to retire in February at age 64 and was granted an immediate release to attend the family crisis, with Commodore McLain taking his place.
Douglas W. Robert, St Louis official, sues the Star-Sayings for 10000 damages after a report linking him to the Cabanne Titus Murphy case. He claims the article injured his character and aided by witnesses who allegedly corroborated misconduct. Cabanne and Titus countersue LAW chair Gideon for damages amid suspensions.
Mitchell the hammer thrower warns he will reveal facts if the New York Athletic Club tries to molest him Tommy Conneff and Mike Sweeney plan a visit and will compete at the Suffolk Worcester meet Fitton Club seeks town football match to settle supremacy Crescent Athletic Club denial of bankruptcy is unfounded top college football lineup listed with Spalding to reenter baseball politics Boston College signals improved play if Nagle had not shared signals Jerry Case courted to train crews Suffolk Cambridgeport Gymnasium Association to contest basketball Beal and Quinn Lyman football players injured in the age Day clash recovering with crowds at Wood Island Park weekly.
Sixty tramps raided Cumberland Wisconsin demanding food and shelter and threatened destruction if refused. A posse organized three ringleaders were jailed, they broke jail and a second chase with several shots fired led to recapture by officers.
In Waltham on December 1 the mayoralty race narrows to Arthur Lyman and B B Johnson as AFL A P A factions clash with liberal Republicans and Democrats. Johnson faces accusation of AP A ties while Lyman gains support from liberal Republicans and Democrats, aided by business leaders including Thomas Eaton. The outcome hinges on anti AP A sentiment versus Johnson’s established public service record.
St Louis Amateur Gymnastic Association pursues ex-pugilist Mike Mooney amid AAU scrutiny. Officials clash over amateur status as local media back the club. Proposals for Dixon Erne bout at Manhattan Club and potential Lavigne Leeds match loom. Dan Stuart touts Eastward plans with a $20,000 stake to lure Corbett and Brady into a fight.
Professor Wertona outlined reasonable terms in a boxing dispute, seeking a settlement with both sides proposing conditions to resolve the matter. The court remains handling the case with potential negotiations ongoing.
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