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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1899

Page

2

Hiber nian Christening for Mary Julia Clements in Dorchester

Mary Julia Clements daughter of Major Thomas J. Clements is christened at St. Peter's Church Dorchester with Rev Father McGoldrick presiding. Godfather is Thomas Gilligan Division 16 and godmother Miss Bessie A Golden. A reception followed at 64 Greenwich Street with many attendees including Michael Griffin, Bartholomew L Clements, and Patrick J Clements among others.

Mary Julia Clements Thomas J. Clements Division 47 St. Peter’s Church Dorchester Father McGoldrick Thomas Gilligan Division 16 Bessie A Greenwich Street Michael Griffin Katherine Griffin Lizzie Brown Lettie Gabriel Thomas J. Clements, Jr Bartholomew L.clements James Farron Mary H. L. Sullivan Ladies’ Auxiliary No. 15 Bartholomew L. Clements Pyron Patrick J. Clements Daniel Coyne Mary Coyne Carrie Coleman John“fic Aveny Division Michael Sullivan Mieses Mary Oak Ellie Ron Michael Brennan He Morrissey

Occupation of Olangapo by Marines and Grant's advance

Advance guard under Major Spence reaches Olangapo Subig Bay with little resistance. Marine detachment secures naval yard as base. General Grant moves north toward Sublg joining Major Spence. enemy retreats to mountains with no casualties reported. Associated Press notes the Tllocos region as rich and prosperous with bands welcoming troops. Also includes an ad for Munyon's remedies and a naval funeral note for Captain Wood in Annapolis with Admiral Dewey attending.

Manila Grant Spence Olangapo Subig Bay Dinalupihan Baltimore Oregon Myers Navy Yard Navy Subig Sublg Twenty-fifth Infantry Andrew S. Burt Iba Associated Press Conception Tlocos Gilmore Tleens

Commander Wood Dies of Typhoid in Washington

Commander Edward P. Wood U S N died at 5 a m in Washington his residence from typhoid fever He commanded the gunboat Petrel at Manila Bay and had a long naval career from entering the Naval Academy in 1863 to promotion through ranks including lieutenant commander and commander since Manila Bay He earned commendation and ten numbers in advancement for his service at Manila Bay with detachment noted in 1898.

Manila Bay Wshington E. P.wood U. 8S. N Petrel Edward Parker Wood Ohio John Wood Concord Mass Richard F. Barrett Naval Academy Minnesota Manila

Goose bone prophet predicts record mild winter

Elias Harty, 84, known as the goose bone weather prophet, forecasts the mildest winter on record for the coming season. He notes white bones from three geese suggest no winter, with a trace of purple signaling March cold that is unlikely to arrive.

Reading Penn Elias Harty

Funeral rites for Charles C. Briggs Newtonville piano maker

Simple funeral held at 470 Walnut Street Newtonville for Charles C. Briggs noted piano manufacturer. Reverend Henry J. Patrick officiated with the Dalhousie Quartet singing. Burial followed in the family plot at Centre Street Cemetery Newton Centre.

Charles C. Briggs Walnut Street Newtonville Henry J. Patrick West Newton Congregational Church Dalhousie Centre Street Burying Ground Newton Centre

Mother Pleads as Child Seeks Release in City Court

A dramatic three scene civic drama depicts Mary B. Barrett being arrested for a one dollar theft to buy a Christmas gift for her child. The child pleads with officers for her mother's release as the pair are moved toward detention. A fourth scene to be staged at Municipal Court at 9.

Mary B. Barrett Cambridge Street West End Po Nceman Mary Bridge of Sighs Police City Prison

Dublin Lord Mayor protests Transvaal War at meeting

Lord Mayor Daniel Tallon presided over a Dublin corporation meeting to denounce the Transvaal war. He called it unprovoked and said America opposed the war while the session broke into chaos with a quorum dispute and shouting in the galleries. The mayor left the chair as no resolution was adopted.

Dublin Daniel Tallon Transvaal Krier

Special Appointment Tailors Target Presidents and Governors

The Imperial Tailor of New York notes a new trend with John J. Kennedy boasting “Special Appointment” to McKinley. Critics warn this could flood the market with “special purveyors” to prominent figures and officials, hinting at a future where many seek such exclusive badges.

New York John J. Kennedy Fifth Avenue William McKinley McKinley Ohio Canton Prince of Wales London H. M Theodore Roosevelt Russell Sage Woodruff Lillian Russell

Quinn Heads South On Restful Southern Trip

Former Senator Quinn leaves today for a two to three month southern tour visiting Jacksonville New Orleans Galveston and Hot Springs. He plans to study law at Boston University upon his return and may pursue a prosecuting attorney career within three years.

Quinn Jacksonville New Orleans Galveston Hot Springs John R.murphy Boston University

Omega Oil Ad Pitches Modern Money Chase in Indiana

An advertising piece titled The Man From Indiana argues society favors money and profits over fairness. It promotes Omega Oil costing 50 cents, detailing the advertising chain from drugstore to consumer and listing claimed ailments it would soothe.

Boston Omega Chemical Co Omega Indiana

Views of Senator Frye cited on steamship history and fleet notes

Senator Frye is credited with a premier steam line record between San Francisco and Manila among a fleet of newer vessels. The Delaware Iron and Shipbuilding Co built her, a pioneer in the white squadron. The Canadia from Stettin docked in New York. Winifredian’s transport plans fade. Irish and Turco mail steamers arrived. Kentucky buoy removals loom. Captain Wyman dies on a voyage. Parker's Head, Maine resident.

San Francisco Manila Delaware Iron and Shipbuilding Company New York Canadia Stettin Dominion Liner Canada Winifredian Liverpool Kentucky N. P. Doane Frank W. Howe Brunswick Altonia Cunard Line Potter Queenstown Boston

Frye Defends Philippine Takeover as Ally Protection

New York December 11 Senator Frye former peace commissioner argued the Philippines were vital commercially and strategically. He said insurgent leaders aided the US war effort and that sovereignty over the islands served peace, with a path to good governance and eventual self rule if stable.

New York Frye Senate Philippine Archipelago Aguinaldo Singapore Hong Kong Admiral Dewey Manila Spain Philippines Congress Paris

Along the Water Front Booming Freight and Vessels

Lumber and coal freights are booming as the Lizzie B Willey contracts to bring about 500000 feet of lumber from Apalachi cola at 9 75 per thousand feet. The Hebe to take coal to Cienfuegos from Philadelphia at 2 per ton. Nineteen vessels brought 250000 pounds of fish since Saturday night with haddock at 21 2 to 4 cents and cod at 2 and 13 4 to 3 cents. The Revenue cutter Manning sails for San Francisco via Magellan and Montevideo. Imports rise to 1595391 and exports to 2855931 compared with last year. The Hoosac Dock area was quiet until the Etolla loaded for Avonmouth. The George W Elder remains a lively veteran of the seas.

Lizzie B. Willey Apalachicola South America Mystic Wharf Hebe Cienfuegos Philadelphia W. H. Roberts Thomas Noonan Hamlin Chelsea Charlestown Hoosac Tunnel Etolla Avonmouth George W. Elder

Actresses Bazaar Opens at Waldorf Astoria

The Professional Women's League fair known as the Actresses Bazaar opens at the Waldorf Astoria with dolls dressed by actresses depicting famous roles. Notables such as Alice Nielsen Nellie Bergen Julia Marlowe Maude Adams and Lillian Russell attend the opening reception to 12:30 tonight.

New York Professional Women’s League Fair Actresses’ Bazaar Waldorf-Astoria Sis Hopkins Alice Neilsen Ben Hur Odette Tyler Mrs.Yeamans Adele Ritchie Nellie Bergen Marie @ahill Lillian Russell Julia Marlowe Barbara Frietchie Blanche Walsh Maude Adams Lady Babbie Anna Held Marguerite Sylva

Move Against Wheeler Seeks House Seat Challenge

Representative Bailey of Texas plans renewed opposition to General Wheeler taking his seat as Alabama's House member. Bailey had introduced resolutions last year that prompted a judiciary committee report delaying a dual military and congressional office. Wheeler is currently in the Philippines but expected to return and assume his seat.

Washington General Wheeler House Alabama Representative Bailey Texas House Judiciary Committee Philippines

New Glass Roof Covering Ordered for Crystal Palace

A complete glass enclosure plan for the Crystal Palace in London has been approved with an estimated coverage of about fifteen acres. The project aims to replace the existing roof and create a modern glazed surface for the historic structure.

Crystal Palace London

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