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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1898
Page
7
Boston’s E F Jones is hailed as the new king of Kansas City dudes at the Coates House lobby. Fashion elite, led by Jones, replace Berry Wall with Jones parading in derby, storm coat, and gloves as admirers circle for a glimpse.
Boston electricians and street railway officials declare Mrs. Herbert Gerry’s claim of an electric heater shock improbable. They describe heater construction as fully insulated and safe, arguing a burn from overheated metal or improper wiring is more plausible than a true electric shock.
The crowd cheers as J Waldere is defied by Beau Brummel in extravagant attire. A frightened ex-king seeks solace, while a bold "Boston guy" proclaims victory and the rival seals the downfall with spectacular fashion.
In a crowded lobby Waldere Kirk endures a harsh emotional unraveling after gifting a prize to the convention hall. He is described as stunned and gloved-less, pacing in a tense mood while journaling his loss as onlookers whisper and watch the drama unfold.
Sergeant McGrath killed in the Castle Island disaster was buried yesterday. Pallbearers from Trimountain Garrison carried the coffin from his home to a hearse, then the procession moved to Gate of Heaven Church for a 10 o’clock high mass officiated by Rev. TY EF Brannan amid wide family and friend attendance.
Schmidt's Funeral Mass concluded with a Trimountain Garrison 98 escort of officers and staff. Pall bearers included Commander Peter Cusick and other garrison officers. Floral arches from Gaston School and Castle Island troops marked the service. The procession moved from South Boston to St. Joseph Cemetery with taps by Bugler Harley.
Former Chief McCullagh now state superintendent of elections will travel by Southern Express to Havana to begin reorganizing the police force. Governor Black grants leave. Deputy Van Dursey to head in his absence. Metrlagh expected to implement the three block system in Havana as he advocated for New York.
Clement B. Stern of Atlas Flour Mills Milwaukee said in Cleveland that the big flour combine would soon be in operation with a hospitalization of 30 million dollars. An English and American capitalist syndicate has been negotiating to form a trust, and Atlas mills would be included in the organization.
George Steevens's new book on the Sirdar and Khartum campaigns garners praise for battles Atabara and Omdurman. It surveys journalism, portraits leaders, and praises the author’s youth and training. A related piece links F C Conybeare to the Dreyfus affair writings and notes Grenfell's discovery work in Egyptology and a wave of new literary titles and translations.
The Ellis opera company led by Mme Melba will start its season in Boston at the Boston Theatre on January 25, 1839. A Dangerous Maid with Laura Burt and Madge Lessing as fencers visits Park Theatre January 9, 1899. Frank J Keenan’s Boston friends note his strong portrayal of John Storm in The Christian at Garden Theatre New York during Joseph Haworth’s illness. Walter I Perkins has two plays in progress for him a farce and a domestic drama. The Sorrows of Satan adaptation debuts December 19 at Broadway Theatre New York featuring John E Kellerd Mary Shaw Grace Filkins Ide Vernon Effie German and Sy Miller Kent. John E Kellerd recovers from a severe cold. John Drew’s The Liars follows Nat Goodwin at Hollis. The Jefferson comedy company comes to Boston after Yankee Doodle Dandy. Elsie Leslie appears in Little Lord Fauntleroy and in Mark Twains Prince and Pauper.
Nat C Goodwin and Maxine Ellett begin engagement at Hollis with Nathen Haile. Blanche Walsh in La Tosca at Tremont. Prisoner of Zenda closes Castle Square run. Colonial George of Mt Vernon at Tremont. Red White and Blue at Columbia Theatre. Host Lynne ends Bowdoin run. Monte Cristo at Proprieta Lothrop. The Hearthstone at Grand Opera House with James A Herne. Yankee Doodle Dandy at Boston Theatre. Hotel Topsy Turvy at Park Theatre. Souvenir night next Monday. Several burlesque acts and tours close or begin at Howard Keith Palace Grand.
At Steinert Hall last evening Harriet A Shaw harpist led a varied program assisted by Marian Titus soprano Kathyrine M Austin contralto Daniel W Buntz violin Evelyn Benedict Lida Low accompaniment. The audience was fair sized and heard works by Godefroid Wilm Zanel Hasselmans Parish Alvars Wilhelmj Wierawski plus songs by Strauss Haim Tiroomes and Tschaikowsky.
The Massachusetts first Regiment of Engineers visited the State House seeking their state pay. General Corbin had said enlistments in Massachusetts fall under the state quota, except the engineers, causing the state treasurer to refuse payment. The attorney general awaits Corbin's response.
A reader argues the United States should extend home rule to the Philippines in 1899 under protection, not conquest, urging eventual annexation as mutually beneficial. The letter condemns expansionist views and questions imperial policy while supporting self government for Filipinos.
The People's Temple offers morning and evening services with Pastor James Boyd Brady presenting The Attraction of Love and The Propulsion of Love. Performances by Miss Charlotte Fyin’on, Miss Gertrude Laidlaw, and Miss Charlotte Hanlon feature songs. Dr. Brady presents a Monday night lecture with stereopticon, discussing Germany and its rivers. Various temples list sermons, concerts, and community notices, with Mayo and Moody and Sankey of Capada referenced for a Sunday engagement.
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