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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1894
Page
3
The distressed merchant offers vast discounts on men’s suits overcoats trousers and children’s clothing at 46 and 48 Eliot Street. Readily available stock includes suits from $4.65 and overcoats from $3.00 with original values up to $35, urging shoppers to visit today and tomorrow before stock runs out.
Chancellor Von Hohenlohe informed Reichstag president Levetzow that Socialist deputies who remained seated during the Kaiser's cheers may be prosecuted for lese majeste. The public prosecutor seeks sanction for charges while Conservatives press to expand the president’s disciplinary powers. The clash pits Social Democrats against conservatives and clerical allies across Vorwaerts and other papers.
New York observers gather outside the Italian bank at 20 Mulberry Street as banker B Pernetti vanishes after announcing a Florida scheme. Depositors and locals fear losses and await word on his return or whereabouts.
Dr. Galvin of the Emergency Hospital reports renewed efforts by unauthorized parties soliciting subscriptions. Two women ask for contributions and sign receipts as Mrs L. L. Lovett, though the founder says no one is authorized to collect money for the hospital.
Berlin December 10 Baron Von Berlepsch Prussian minister of commerce has offered his resignation to the emperor due to differences with ministry colleagues.
Voters are urged to cast ballots early today supporting Pea Brody and other Democratic nominees. The notice emphasizes participation ahead of election deadlines and outlines polling locations and times.
Yale professor Richard says Yale will not claim the American intercollegiate championship this season due to strong new teams nationwide. Yale will now regard its title contests with Princeton and Harvard as the championship battles. S. B. Thorne of New York chosen captain of the Yale eleven, elected in Captain Hinkey's quarters. Thorne receives a near-unanimous vote with one dissent from himself. Thorne, a New Yorker and junior, has been a key halfback, noted for a 95 yard run in 1893 and for handling punting duties this season after an eye injury to Butterworth.
New Haven December 10 Yale Football Association denies making charges of professionalism and inebility against University of Pennsylvania players. In a letter Professor Ben S Cable states Yale has made no charges and would announce any if official.
Reports from boxers with special matches secured for the Suffolk Athletic Club event at the Boston Polo Rink on December 2 show earnest preparation. Open-class bouts also listed with 117 and 126 pound entrants from Boston, South Boston, Lowell, Chelsea, and Brockton.
Washington D C December 1 Entries listed for tomorrow at Alexander Island across five selling races with horses and weights noted for each warming up the card. First race includes Governor Fifer Wentworth Gertie Pr John Bernard Dashing Charlie Sentinel 17 Percent Theatre Venusburg Doc Brick Houston Lakeview Absconder Todd Gregg. Second race features His Grace Atlas May D Maggie Peck Traitor Pickaway Grampian. Third race lists Castenet John P Amsterdam Farragut Parthenia Jewel The Clown Miss Pulsifer W O Brien Sabina Nina Rienzi Joyous Rufus Brogan. Fourth race shows Westchester Chief Justice Vestibule Alonzo Missive Lum Marguerite Br Eyes Gallatin King Bird Watch Charm Elizabeth 04. Fifth race lists Blizzard B Bird By Jove Gr Prix Caracus B Blackburn.
Robert F Kneebs was admitted to 10000 mark bail amid evidence linking his mare Nellie Kneebs to the American mare Bethel with a 2161 record. He planned to sail to the United States via Liverpool after the Berlin track incident.
Amherst Massachusetts December 10 Marshall H Tyler 97 right tackle wins the silver cup for best filling his position faithfulness and steady improvement during the fall season Frederick P Trask 96 chosen manager of next year's eleven today
Thomas E. Babbin a seaman once linked to the American schooner Alice M Parsons pleaded guilty yesterday before the United States Commission to beating and wounding on the high seas. Charles Morgan alleges a board altercation off Halifax ended when Babbin struck him with a large iron piece, opening a head wound and leaving a scar. Babbin remains jailed awaiting the grand jury term.
The investigation into the office of Commissioner of Foreign Mortgages is halted until Commissioner Reed recovers, likely in one or two months. Clerk James P. Austin has been removed. The Executive Council is examining him.
About 500 attended the Charles River Athletic Association event at Charlesbank Club. Tom Carter defeated Price Williams in two hot rounds after Williams forfeited $25 for his weight. Referee Patsey Kerrigan declared Carter the winner. Joker McLaughlin, McCoy, Casey, and Shaw also fought in earlier sparring bouts.
Boxing gossip notes Farragut Athletic Club meeting at 21 Oswego Street with three bouts led by Jimmy Duffy versus Bart Ryan and other matches. Also mentions Suffolk Athletic Club at Boston Polo Rink next Monday and possible purses from Atlantic Athletic Club. Additional items cover Frank Brierly matchmaking, Riverside Boat Club show on Jan 3, Corbett and Meyer bets, and Denny targets in Australia with Boston as future base.
The Worcester Athletic Club reports about seventy five entries for Thursday night contests. The B A A rd and St Marys A C are well positioned with George Dow likely to lead the B A A team. Doherty faces reinstatement after a flagrant suspension. a judge associated with the case is criticized by athletics followers. South Boston Athletic Club and East Boston Athletic Association are expected to meet in a team race at the big B A A meeting.
In South Boston on Saturday night Manuel led with 8 wins and 1 loss while Bruce also had 8 and 6. Hood 6-1, Russell 6-1, Wise 6-1, Johnson 5-2, Doyle 3-3, White 4-5, Lathrop 4-6, Zeramby 2-6, Hogarty 0-7, Booth forfeited all games. Next week schedule lists Wise vs Zeramby, John vs Russell, Lathrop vs Hogarty, Wise vs Doyle, Johnson vs Hood. Last night Doyle beat Bruce 100 to 98.
An ad from Tremont row promotes Alland Bros offering hair cutting and related services with emphasis on gain and fame. The fragmentary text mentions physiognomical notions and broad appeal to lovers and customers.
Fragmentary classified note shows a Post Readers design sale at 1218 Walnut Street Philadelphia listing items priced at 15 cents each. No clear date or further details available.
New York December meeting of the America's Cup committee rejects most conditions set by Lord Dunraven in his 1892 challenge. The panel states it can sign no holding conditions and insists on the ten months notice, with dates movable, while leaving other issues unsettled until Dunraven arrives. Outlook for a race is described as bright by several members.
Minot J. Savage Club members heard General A. P. Martin and ex Representative Henry H. Sprague discuss reforms to city government at the Vendome. Sprague urged extending the mayoral term and consolidation of power while Martin favored a strong mayor with appointment power and abolition of the Common Council.
Carmine Manetto and Salvatore Razzo were arraigned in the Superior Criminal Court before Judge Hammond on separate manslaughter indictments. Manetto is charged with the Nov 19 pistol death of Stefano Capobianco in the North End and Razzo with the Oct 28 knife killing of Guisseppe Lettieri. Both pleaded not guilty. trial dates not yet fixed.
Francis B. Kendrick, former cashier of the Commercial Bank in Syracuse, pleaded guilty to stealing $30,000 and received a three year penitentiary sentence.
Representative-at-Large John C. Black of Chicago, former pensions commissioner under Cleveland, was nominated by the President for district attorney for northern Illinois. He becomes the first defeated Democratic Congressman to be provided for.
The new L A W division board meets at Youngs Hotel Wednesday with Sterling Elliott as chief consul. Key topics include election of thirteen delegates, spring and national race tournaments, league headquarters, and a division fund for cycling advancement. Boston agent Carl Cubberly named for Eagle wheels. social season begins with bowling teams and events across the Massachusetts club.
The West Newton street rink hosts multiple polo events with Providences vs Bostons tonight and Chelseas against Cambridge press team in an amateur game. Linden star John McKay may join the Salems as Rowe and Hipson clash in spirited play. The Lynn Pawtucket series stands 4-3 in Pawtucket wins, while Lynn leads 36 to 35 in goals.
The piece reports on stockholders in a New York club venting over management and John Ward's influence. Eddie Talcott threatens to sell at 50 cents on the dollar while aiming to install Ward as president. It notes upcoming meetings, possible managerial moves, and looming trades as seasonal plans form.
The Boston Athletic Association proposes a team competition for eight amateurs from each gymnasium with events on parallel bars, horizontal bar, wands, German horse, indian clubs, dumbbell drill and flying rings. Judges to be chosen from New England instructors. a large shield prize may be offered yearly to boost gymnastics interest.
The first annual meeting of the Associated Charities of Somerville elected officers led by Rev Charles L Noyes as president and Rev L M Powers as secretary with Emma S Keyes named agent. A mass of local events followed from Knights of Pythias lodge talks to social dances and church activities. Clifford Cummings returns from Cushing Academy for a short visit.
In the Superior Criminal Court Judge Hammond sentenced multiple defendants to terms in the House of Correction or State prison. Larceny, breaking and entering, and related offenses earned sentences ranging from one month to three years.
Bath Maine December 10 The Ammen ram had a successful preliminary trial with functioning machinery and the boat shows promise of speed.
Edwin Roberts longtime Chelsea fire department engineer of Steamer 2 died at the engine house Forsyth street after a brief illness. A Portland Maine native, he served in the Twenty fifth Maine Infantry before moving to Chelsea. His 26 years of fire service included memberships in Franklin lodge Nanthalia Council Knight Templars and I O O F Chelsea.
Funeral services for Thomas E Proctor were held yesterday forenoon from his home at 273 Commonwealth avenue. Rev Leighton Parks led the service with Apollo Quartet singing Abide With Me and O Paradise. Burial followed at Forest Hills with representations from United States Leather Company Shoe and Leather Association and trustees of Massachusetts General Hospital.
Liquor squad officers visited the St. Julian on North Beacon street Brighton last evening and placed Mrs Martha Draper aged 5 under arrest. They confiscated one and a half gallons of lager beer and a quart of ale.
Continued reporting uncovers partners in Davidson & Co and key players like John G. Hathaway Edward L. Collins and Alfred A Marcus. Notes issued by Portsmouth Company and others linked to insolvencies, with Rollins and Dyer terms explored. Bank president Linley faces earlier irregularities amid broader financial collapse.
St Matthew's Episcopal Church South Boston holds a three day sale in its vestry on Broadway near i street Tuesday to Thursday evenings to help meet parish expenses. The event features musical selections by Perkins Institution attendees with various church groups running tables for items from flowers to aprons and candy and a shooting gallery.
Newton city council met and appropriated 28750 to settle the Killim claim. A 31200 December expense appropriation was authorized. Washington street widening to 85 feet was reversed and referred to highways for possible 100 foot widening per citizen recommendation.
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