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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1896
Page
6
Cambridge Board of Aldermen discussed the water price at the Cambridge House of Correction. Alderman Fairbairn criticized Alderman Wood’s understanding as he spoke. Mayor Bancroft appointed James B. Cox to the police force.
Governor Morton appointed Alderman William M. K. Olcott as district attorney of New York County to fill the vacancy left by the death of Colonel John R. Fellows. Olcott is a Republican.
The period offers a bustling array of performances from Lost, Strayed or Stolen at the Park to Oliverett at Castle Square and Humorous vaudeville at Keiths. Olga Nethersole plans an eight week London engagement after her American tour.
Carl Halir, famed Bohemian violinist, visited the New England Conservatory of Music yesterday. He was welcomed by director Carl Faelton and Emil Mahr, a former Berlin colleague, gave a short student recital, praised the violin department, and accepted a hearing of the sight playing classes.
An 1890s style warning on consumption as a stealthy killer with a doctor’s cure and patient testimonial. A separate Plymouth New Hampshire incident reports Harry Frizzell shooting Edith Young then attempting suicide after a planned joint death note.
Dr John Watson and his wife left New York on the steamship Majesty. An address from the Brotherhood of Christian Unity praised his influence and urged readers to cast aside prejudice and foster Christian solidarity across the English speaking world.
Strong closing upswing after a morning bear attack on the Chicago Burlington & Quincy and a revival rumor on a dividend. Manhattan softened at open then recovered. Bell Telephone kicks in a total 6 percent quarterly and extra dividends since 1881. Copper output and exports rise. Reading Syndicate call and coal bonds loom.
The New England Newspaper Syndicate offers the American Encyclopedia in five volumes at a low price for a limited time. Immediate possession costs $1, with color plates and extensive illustrations. Apply at 260 Washington Street or 3644 Washington Street, with details on Page 4.
Salesmen from T. O'Callaghan & Co. visited George S. Hamilton of 12 Dana Street Revere last evening and presented a beautiful crason portrait of himself for his fiftieth birthday. Hamilton responded feelingly and a merry evening followed.
The brief copy promotes dermatologist Woodbury as Cupid's agent and advertises facial soap with a playful winter Boston setting, implying cosmetic care assistance after a honeymoon.
Official report of sales shows the day’s highest and lowest prices along with the closing bid and asked. The figures track the market’s volatility and investor sentiment for the period.
A committee of noteholders organized to draft a plan of reorganization for the Union Pacific Railway Go. Deposits may be made at The Mercantile Trust Co in New York and American Loan and Trust Co in Boston. The committee members include John G. Moore and Mes Alexander with Edwin F. Atkiss and Alvin W. Krech as secretary. Deposits will receive temporary receipts and later engraved receipts listed on the New York Stock Exchange. December 14, 1896.
Fragmentary sales data from Wilson W Fay Co. appears with multiple items and numeric figures. The text includes references to Boton Revire and various unlabeled entries with inconsistent spacing and garbled descriptions.
Motorman Edward C. Webber was tried in Municipal Court for an accident caused by Patrolman Kane stepping backward into an approaching trolley. Webber was discharged. Daniel Lawrence, Malden bridge tender, died suddenly at work after falling from a chair. Brookline Council officers were elected for the year. Oliver Emerson Bennett's School of Boston students hosted the Christian Union event with readings and music. Edward Welch, nicknamed Chicken, was arrested for alleged hammer assault on Thomas McCarthy after a dog incident. Rent collector Joseph Fleming died at 30 Burnside Avenue Somerville from heart disease.
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University adopted resolutions praising the late Professor Francis James Child. They described him as selflessly devoted to public affairs and civic duties with a kind heart, active in local charities, a liberal donor to the poor, and a steadfast friend and counselor.
Advertisements claim Salvation Ou is swiftly replacing other liniments, asserting enhanced relief and broader acceptance across local households. The copy emphasizes quick action and wide adoption in daily remedy needs.
Byron F. Bragdon, long time commander of harbor police Station 8, is promoted to deputy superintendent by the police board. Born near his station, he began in the merchant marine and climbed from Boston police to captain of Station 8, with extensive duties guarding the waterfront. The board also renames the police boat to Guardian and updates titles accordingly.
The first lot of American scenes arrives in Boston and is displayed at Keith's Cinematographe. Viewers see busy Commercial Street traffic near Spurr & Co and Adams Square with a furniture firm ad, Park Square toward Boylston Street, a post office on wheels, and New York Central Park Union Square, plus Brooklyn Bridge descent. Chicago parade scenes and Washington Street Brooklyn also appear. Additional pictures are en route, keeping Keith's crowded and the motion picture interest high.
The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians met in Lowell for its first annual convention. Officers elected include State president Delia Sullivan of Lowell and State vice president Katie Hayes of Abington. state secretary Catherine Sheridan of Norfolk, state treasurer Lizzie Haggett of Fitchburg. Installation by E J Slattery of South Framingham. County reports show Middlesex with six members and five auxiliaries, Suffolk two, Norfolk nine, Plymouth seven, Essex one, Worcester five, total state membership not fully stated.
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