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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1900
Page
3
Harvard election drama unfolds as Clark, head of the committee, struggles with telegram misreads. A message to Lynn misdirected by initials causes delays while Ellis travels home due to family illness. The bookkeeper misinterprets a withdrawal directive as the scramble continues until Ellis, Sr., arrives.
Harvard senior class elections ended in a manful contest for marshalships. William Reid won first marshal, Daly secured third, and Jack Hallowell missed by eleven votes. Ellis abduct story unfolds as Ellis returns home. Chandler refused the orator ship for independent candidacy amid a tight vote.
Yesterday’s elections produced decisive marshal results for J. Lawrence Jr and W. T. Reid, with Daly strong for third marshal as Reid secures second. Secretary Clark and poets, orators, and chorister posts also settled. Caps and gowns vote passed 223 to 172.
The office of poet goes to a top student with no contest. The candidate is a clever versifier, president of the U. Club, member of Amphadon and Signet, editor of the Harvard Advocate, and brother to last year’s class poet. The editor will be J. G. Forbes of Boston, a Pud ding and Signet member, editor and president of the Harvard Monthly. F. R. DuBois from New York City is ivy orator, editor of the Lampoon and Crimson. The chorister is N. H. Pride of Andover, a noted musician who contributed to last year’s Pudding play music and is active in literary circles.
Harvard football guard Shirley Ellis escaped a kidnapping scare after a misdirected telegram and a maid's error led to reports. He withdrew by telephone under the Hiasty Pudding club slate, as planned if nominated for the photographic committee.
Compact notice describes travel writing cases by THORP & MARTIN CO at 12 Milk St. The cases hold ink pens paper calendar and supplies for travellers. Exact product details emphasize portability and usefulness on journeys.
Designer B B Crowninshield provisionally completed the lines of the Lawson cup defender with minor today modifications during ongoing construction. The L Lawley corporation arranged steel for the frame while George Lawley and Lawson officials could not confirm suppliers. A Lawson representative travels to New York to verify the boat and price may decide if Defender serves as a trial horse for the Boston beat. George Lawley spent yesterday with Atlantic Works officials in East Boston arranging the new boat’s construction.
New York December 18 Swedish cyclist Aaronson who was injured in the six days race at Madison Square Garden has developed pneumonia and is likely to die doctors report.
Yale University crew manager A H Richardson and Annapolis naval cadet manager Fisher announce a third annual race between Yale second crew and the U S Naval Academy eight. Set for May 11 with location to be decided as either the James River or the Severn.
Robert D. Wrenn of the tennis union has set a new benchmark at the New York Stock Exchange by paying $50,500 for a seat. The purchase signals rising costs in elite financial circles and reflects Wrenn’s high-profile status in sports and finance.
The Brooklyn Jockey Club lists major events led by the $10,000 Brooklyn Handicap at a mile and a quarter. Also featured are the Standard Stakes at a mile and a half with $1,500 added, the Brookdale Handicap for older horses, and jump races including the $2,500 Empire Stakes steeplechase and the $1,500 Greater Newark Steeplechase along with the $1,200 Kensington Hurdle Handicap. The report also mentions billiards and Yale athletics, plus college football coaching changes and cadet football leadership at West Point.
New York December 18 Leonard W Howison a Canadian professional billiards player challenged Morningstar to a 250 dollar side match. The bout would be played at a 14 inch balk line. A date for the contest will be set soon.
Reporters report convincing interviews with prominent people about Swamp Root cures and the claimed health benefits.
A letter from James Cook and officers Hugh Boylee and John Bodkin of the 65th Police Precinct in Greater New York thanks Dr Kilmer and Co of Binghamton for Swamp Root. They report kidney and bladder relief after long illness and say eight bottles cured them, noting improved sleep and back pain relief.
Mrs. Mary Engelhardt of 2835 Madison street St. Louis testifies she suffered ten years of female and heart trouble with leg swelling. After doctors’ medicines failed she used Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root, felt better within a week, and remains in splendid health. She endorses the product and invites inquiries.
A Boston Daily Post editorial and ad extol Kilmer swamped Swamp Root as the premier kidney liver and bladder remedy. It claims nearly all diseases start with kidney trouble and urges readers to test the product with a free sample offer and a medical booklet, noting hospital use and physician endorsements.
A. F. Gerald with Dud ley Marks left Boston for New York to sign contracts with bicycle riders from the six day event at Madison Square Garden. Building plans for a wooden eight lap track in Park Square Garden are noted for a Dec. 2 preliminary event. Stinson vows to race Michael and asserts confidence in his own condition and potential for first money, citing partner Waller’s failure as a factor.
Stationery sets advertised with prices 1.25 to 10.00 and free offers. Comes from ORP & MARTIN CO, 12 Market Street? Read as marketing copy for desk supplies and promotions.
Gougoltz the Frenchman stays in America after partnering with Simar in a big New York race while Simar returns to France. Fredericks the Swiss attends church after his ride. W P Reading McFarland leads the finishing lap in the six day event as indoor records loom at Madison Square Garden with Michiel and Michael contrast.
Recommends Graves' Maryland Malt Whiskey to prevent wasting diseases and aid consumption by providing a mild rich tissue building tonic. Describes it as a concentrated malt extract aged by time and widely sold by licensed dealers, druggists, and grocers.
Promoters announce Patsey Sweeney and George McFadden will headline a 15 round 135 pound bout at Lafayette Business Men's Club tonight. McFadden is hailed as New York's top light weight with a formidable record, while Sweeney, Manchester champion, seeks to erase past defeat.
The Isoteric Club hosted a boxing night with two bouts. Jim Micon and Pat McNeil fought to a four round draw in the opener. In the main event, Sullivan of Cambridge defeated Billy Payne of Philadelphia after a slow bout, with a late standout finish in the fifteenth round.
The Lafayette meeting opens with two strong preliminaries and centers on the contested O'Brien Ferguson match. Critics fault referee Mike Scanlon for losing control as Sandy Ferguson shows audacity and inexperience, while Dick O'Brien’s experience tests a tough opponent. Ferguson hints at a rematch with a stated demand for a capable referee to ensure fair play.
The Charles Russell Lowell Post of the G A R hosted a ball and banquet at Post Hall 1151 Washington street with over 200 members and guests attending. A concert in the upper hall opened the evening, with many young ladies and musicians from Post 7 taking part. A grand march began at 9 pm in the Post Hall and a repast for all attendees followed at 11 pm in the lower hall across three long tables.
The Division 59 AOH held its annual ball at Union Park Hall drawing over 600 couples and dancing until 2 am. Floor Director John Keefe led the grand march with Miss Lizzie Leahy in a white satin gown. many helpers and performers followed, including John F. Abbott who sang Never to Meet Again and the Brockton City Quartet.
The illustrated catalog presents the WABASH pattern as a new money making product. It highlights design, quality, and utility of the book case, signaling a modern inventory for households and offices.
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