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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1893
Page
2
Boston records two smallpox deaths and sixty pneumonia deaths in the week, with a public health push urging timely vaccination and Dr Hilton’s No. 8 tiny pellets as a cure and prevention for colds grippe and pneumonia. Doctors report high demand across New England.
The program featured Beethoven Symphony No 1 in C major Mozart Serenade No 7 in D major and Schubert Rosamunde Overture with soloists Frank Kneisel Carl Baermann and a piano concerto. Critics praised Baermann and the Menuet and noted the piece as long and dry overall. The next concert will present Dvoraks American Symphony Beethoven violin concerto and Tschaikowsky 1812 Overture in Boston. Miss Florrie West will perform tonight in Graham's concert by special arrangement with Eugene Tompkins.
Board of Police issued general order number 190 dismissing Albert Cole’s complaint against Patrolman Addison D. Gilbert and Reserve Officer Samuel W. Clark for unlawful arrest while reprimanding the officers for lacking judgment. Patrolman Henry J. Carter of Division 6 was reprimanded after being found guilty of Rule 4 violations. Numerous other complaints against multiple patrolmen and a reserve officer were dismissed.
Mr James St Leger head waiter at Reynolds was summoned to the old dining room where all the staff gathered. A spokesman presented him with a costly diamond as a token of appreciation, and St Leger offered a graceful acknowledgment.
Henry McShane Manufacturing Company employees gathered to present a gold headed cane to Frank W. Webb, manager of the Boston branch, with John J. Dixon delivering the gift. Webb praised the gesture, noting strong demand for Sundays Post featuring a Complete Novel supplement and previews next weeks offerings for readers.
Herbert Underwood delays no time to correct a misquotation attributed to Governor Russell regarding remarks at a New York dinner. He explains the line came from Rev Dr Stryker and apologizes for the error, sending the notice to Sunday papers.
The B A A boxing meet drew a large crowd last evening with a first class tourney. Highlights included McArthur vs McLoughlin, Mack vs Rudderham in an exhibition, and Beebe defeating Norcutt. Walsh and Donovan won wrestling falls, while Williams beat Blood in two falls.
Washington dispatch reports Brazilian Minister Mendonca puzzled by conflicting battlefield rumors in Brazil. He notes San Paulo, Itajahy, and Nictheroy claims, cites Santa Catharina forces, Meteoro incident, and doubts both rebel and government victories. He declines to discuss vessel reinforcement talks.
The United Kingdom Alliance and the British Women's Temperance Association of England back a March 20 1894 observance for Neal Dow the father of prohibitory law. They urge worldwide temperance societies to celebrate and send congratulations to Dow while promoting total abstinence and state-wide prohibition. Frances Willard reports Dow in good health rising at 5 AM walking three miles daily and riding 15 to 20 miles in pleasant weather.
Denver dispatch reports ex governor John Evans challenging RE Ellery Anderson and opposing the Gut railroad receivership. Evans argues independent receivership boosts stock and bond value and says Union Pacific receivers act against the plaintiff. He refuses reorganization and favors building an independent short line to the Gulf of Mexico.
Frank Trumbull, receiver for the Union Pacific Denver and Gulf, asks the U S Circuit Court to convey all property and lines in Wyoming Nebraska and Texas to him in trust. A hearing is set for January 2. He argues state courts will not appoint him receiver unless he submits to their rulings, fearing conflict and immense expense.
Henry George and William Lloyd Garrison were guests of the Commercial Club at the Arragansett Hotel. The pair spoke on the topic Labor and Capital in a civic gathering this evening.
The foreign affairs minister acting for President Peixoto says Admiral Custodio de Meiro left Rio with the Aquidaban and Esperanza. Insurgent ships remain in harbor under Admiral Saldanha de Gama as a manifesto calls for government reform. Rebels overrun parts of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina while government fortifies.
Judge Pennypacker appointed Joseph P. Reed as receiver for Beferaon Magazine Company. The firm reports assets of 14 425 dollars and liabilities of 23 dollars according to state records.
Congressmen O Neill and McKitrick return home for holidays with updates from the tariff fight. They foresee passage of the Wilson bill in the House before February, while noting opposition and calls for changes likely to come in the Senate. Protests from manufacturers and unions arrive late, and some groups seek amendments. overall, many Republicans may obstruct, yet support for the bill remains mixed. Congressman Stevens spends Christmas at the national capital.
The piece notes Congressman Mcattarick’s stance on tariff reform and opposition petitions from Roxbury Carpet Works and Quincy granite workers amid Wilson bill discussions. It reports O Neill returning from holiday with remarks on mills, woollen orders, and tariff uncertainty delaying postwar recovery.
In Liege on December 23 the Smith & Wesson suit against Delchef for damages over alleged counterfeit revolvers continues. Prosecutors question the counterfeit mark used by Riga and Ancion while arguing absence of fraud. Delchef seeks discharge, while Smith & Wesson presses for proof of dishonesty and warns of cease of production.
District Attorney Nicoll announced that an order will direct Superintendent Andrews of the Buffalo Insane Asylum to turn Edward M. Field over to county authorities. Field will be confined in the Tombs and a heavy bond will be required if an application for bail is made.
London telegram reports Sir George Elliot died at his Portland Place townhouse after a hill illness following a Conservative meeting addressed by Lord Salisbury in Cardiff. He was 79, served eighteen years as MP, and leaves three children and a widow.
Benjamin F Sullivan prominent East Boston representative ex postmaster and Democratic committeeman died at Massachusetts General Hospital after a weeklong illness from peritonitis. Funeral set for Christmas Day at 1 30 p m from his Cape Cod family home. He was a Boston merchant marine veteran with long ties to Howes Crowell shipping and Boston financial circles.
Benjamin J. Sullivan of East Boston dies age 37. A public servant who served as postmaster of East Boston and a longtime legislator, he lived at 21 London street. Interment at Holy Cross Malden. funeral cortege escorts include letter carriers in uniform.
George C. Magoun prominent financier was buried at Mt Auburn Cemetery after services in New York. His body arrived in Cambridge and was laid in the mortuary chapel with flowers. The Roxbury First Parish Church minister Rev James de Normandie led prayer and benediction before interment in the Magoun lot.
Dr Timothy C Barden died Friday evening at 9 30 at his home 12 West Broadway South Boston He was born February 25 1859 in Hyde Park Dorchester and began as a druggist apprentice later working for Keeley in Charlestown He moved to South Boston six years ago and ran Morris drug store at West Broadway and B streets He served on the Boston School Committee Ward 13 city committee and was a charter member of the Tammany Club
In the person of Osborne E Howes Boston lost yesterday one of the last of its old time ship merchants Mr Howes was born in the town of
Charles I. Rourke died at 46 Pinckney Street on Friday from a complication of disorders. He leaves a wife and daughter and a large circle of friends. He was a longtime salesman with A. Shuman & Co. and valued for honesty, reliability, and skill. His death shocks family, colleagues, and numerous friends.
Mrs Nelson Paine dies at her Chauncy street residence in Mansfield. She is noted as one of the town's oldest women.
Dover, N H Dec 23 Two deaths occurred here this morning Mrs Alonzo Horne on Littleworth road was found dead in bed after long illness The other deceased was Julia A Roberts aged 64 years
William F. Hixon of Chelsea aged 74 died at his home 79 Shurtleff street. Born in London he came to the United States as a child and became a carriage builder in New York. He moved to Chelsea in 1869 and later worked in real estate. He leaves two daughters and one son.
Danvers reports the death of Edward T. Waterrow aged 76 a retired prominent business man at his home last night. He leaves a widow and a daughter. The obituary notes his local impact and family.
The Pilot office reports $43000 in drafts to the old country between December 1 and 15, with about 4000 remittance drafts and a typical average of £2 or $10. Donahoe notes rising remittances despite low mood, while total drafts rise as money per draft falls. Other firms report mixed business and passenger traffic shifts, including emigration to Australia and incidents like Con Gearlan sailing with his family after a dispute.
The Scott case on manslaughter charges connected to the Battle Creek Bat tle Creek railroad disaster ends with a verdict of not guilty after a brief jury deliberation. Several New Englanders died in the October wreck on the Chicago and Grand Trunk line.
Eighty members of the New England Club met at Youngs yesterday afternoon at five oclock for dinner. J J Whipple presided with G C Hamlin as secretary. Adjutant General Dalton attended as special guest and Harrison Hume delivered an address largely a personal eulogy of the adjutant general.
Dr Landis hosts a free self knowledge lecture in medical parlors at 69 Tremont Street Sunday at 3 p m with non sectarian Christian church events at 614 Tremont Street. Rev Dr Landis leads the service with Lillian Be Tucker as pianist inviting young people and all attendees.
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