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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1897
Page
2
British warships lie off Chemulpo as Russia maintains a strong naval show in Corea waters. Seventeen major vessels are reported in the allied harbor, signaling tense readiness amid imperial tensions in the region.
Shanghai dispatch reports seventeen British warships near Chemulpo supporting the British consul in Corea. A protest over the dismissal of British adviser McLeavy Brown risks shaping Corean governance toward Russia. Japan backs the move and may oppose Russian troops. reports also claim a landing restored Brown and hint the Union Jack flew at Yangtze mouth island.
Prince Henry faced ridicule as his China mission drew derision in London after the Kiel banquet. He sought a meeting with the Prince of Wales but was refused, visiting Osborne House and the German embassy briefly before a London theater appearance and a late return to his ship.
Funeral services for George B. Croker brother of the Tammany leader were held at Dr. William T. Jenkins residence Rosebank S S I. The Episco pal church rites were led by Rev. Dr. D B Ray and Rev J C Eccleston. Attending were Richard W and Edward Croker mayor elect Van Wyck Sheriff elect Dunn Dr Franklin Edson Dr J T Nagle and Justices McAdam Geigerich. Interment is planned for Woodlawn Cemetery in Westchester County.
William Best of Portland was found dead with a fractured skull after an evening with Cornelius Haley in Bangor. Haley was arrested awaiting developments as Best, 38 to 40, left his home after dispute with Haley’s wife. Best had a wife and four children in Portland but they were not living together.
J Havelock Wilson M P president of the Firemen Sailors and Dock Workers Union of Great Britain and Ireland attends the American Federation of Labor convention in Nashville. He will stay four to five weeks and push for an international federation of sailors and longshoremen unions worldwide. He notes American unions are more advanced than English views and proposes higher dues.
Report from London dated December 26 notes the engineers’ ballot after adjourned talks between workers and employers shows an overwhelming rejection of the employers’ terms. Official results will take several days.
The O'Connell Assembly 7174 of the Knights of Labor met in Roughan Hall Charles Town yesterday with reports noting a drop in longshoremen earnings due to reduced imports from the Dingley tariff. The quarterly reports show 61 members in good standing and $480 spent on sick and disabled members. A committee was appointed to plan an Easter season celebration. The semi annual election named Master Workman Michael Harrington and officers including William O'Brien recording secretary M J Bishop financial secretary Matthew Toomey treasurer John Lowney almoner P J Forrest and statistician A G Norander.
Boston Water Department Union 6356 A F L held a large meeting in Dexter Hall. After admitting nine new members the election of officers elected President T D Sullivan, vice president M J Carney, recording secretary James F Anderson, financial secretary Florence Crowley, treasurer Daniel J Donovan, and trustees Mathew Braman Michael Conway and Charles J Parks. Reports showed a notable financial gain.
Officers elected at the St Stephen s Hall meeting include President William O Leary and Vice President Martin J Foley with Geoffrey A Powers as recording secretary and Timothy Lyons as financial secretary. Other posts include Timothy Collins treasurer M C Casey trustee Daniel Mahoney sergeant at arms John Buckley guide and an auditing committee James Day Dennis Driscoll Cornelius Mahoney. Delegates to the Central Labor Union chaired by Alexander Stewart include Jeremiah Murray Fred Goss Sylvester Keohoeghane Patrick Fitzgerald Maurice O Connor John Sexton and Denis Donovan. Delegate Slattery of Typographical Union 13 addressed the meeting.
The Building Trades Council met at its headquarters yesterday to discuss trade matters. H. M. Taylor of Carpenters’ Union 67 was chosen treasurer, and delegates were appointed to a legislative committee: F. J. Kneeland Painters’ Union 11, John F. Kelley Machinists’ Union 264, P. J. Gorman Stone Painters’ Union, John McCarthy Glaziers’ Union, and George Crosby Plasterers’ Union.
The union designated officers at the recent meeting with Thomas Mara as president and William Murphy as vice president. A. McGrath was named second vice president and William Cunningham financial secretary. Michael Regan becomes recording secretary with Henry Parmenter as treasurer.
The Boston Bartenders Mutual and Benevolent Association Local No 77 elected officers including President M. M. Moynihan and Vice President P. W. Connors. Other posts filled were recording secretary V. J. Veero financial secretary James McGreevy treasurer J J Mehegan inside guard E M Flanagan outside guard D Nagle chaplain H F Corcoran inspector William H Daly and board members Jeremiah Connors F Doherty D Yr Golding auditing committee R W Kennedy Thomas F Mooney and I' Uniac.
Rudolph Boericke 3% years old, son of Dr Hoericke of Philadelphia, and his brother Edward from Chicago, were rowing on Keuka Lake three miles from Hammondsport on Christmas night when their boat was upset by their dog. Rudolph died shortly after rescue. Edward survived.
Madrid reports react to General Woodford's note condemning Spanish complaints about filibustering and U S support to Cuban fighters. Papers harshly criticize Washington and fear further U S interference as Spain prepares a formal reply to Sagasta.
In Mobile area reports say the tug Somers N Smith from Pensacola may attempt a filibustering voyage. The Montgomery cruiser is said to have shadowed her as she docked for repainting at the Mobile shipyards. United States Marshal Simmons searched the tug with no findings. The Seward cutter moved downriver and anchored opposite the marine ways.
Lieutenant Robert E. Peary, back from England aboard the St. Paul, heads to Washington after New York arrival. Alfred C. Harmsworth presented the Windward ship and funds for the expedition, with plans to send the vessel to New York in spring and Peary to depart north in late July.
Albany reports the death of John Cosgrove, a famed athlete, after an appendicitis operation at City Hospital. He belonged to the New Jersey Athletic Club, Ridgefield A C, and the Tenth Battalion A A of the National Guard. Cosgrove won the 1895 all around championship and placed second to Clark of Boston this year. His amateur standing was upheld by the A A U registration committee.
The Rev. W. W. Taylor, aged 86, Wilmington Delaware's oldest Presbyterian preacher, died today. A Yale graduate sixty years ago, he once led the church connected to President McKinley’s in laws and officiated at their marriage. He held numerous charges throughout his ministry.
El Imparcial argues that Madrid must bolster the Spanish fleet in response to United States notes and the Woodford reply, citing the risk of possible conflict with the United States.
Captain-General Blaneco hosted a banquet in Havana this evening for the officers of the German corvette Stein. Forty guests attended including the Spanish admiral the Havana mayor and other naval and civil authorities. Congressman William Henry King of Utah has arrived here.
J. D. Jones general manager of the International Correspondence School in Scranton received a gold Elk emblem charm with a large diamond and elk tooth pendant from Finstern representatives. J. F. Mann made the presentation.
Alfred Percy Jopson of England wooed Mabel de Stanley of Rahway last March under false pretences. Arthur de Stanley, her brother, investigated and confronted Jopson, leading to a near tar and feathering threat. The Rahway court cases will decide on the assault and related matters.
Fall River reports a softer strike mood after a week of tension. A conference committee of textile unions adjourned to await the secretary’s call. A new proposition to manufacturers was proposed and mailed to Secretary Rounseville. A manufacturer suggested acceptance of the wage cut if a profit margin restoration is agreed later.
In Lowell on December 26 the 10 percent wage cut in cotton mills is public and discussed among workers and officials alike. Agents say most mills will implement the cut evenly, with attempts to lessen impact on operatives. Workers are aware and cautious, showing no sign of mass action despite dissatisfaction.
A nine day Royal Blue line personally conducted holiday tour leaves Tuesday December 28 traveling to Washington D C Mt Vernon Philadelphia and New York. Rate covering all expenses is 27 dollars. For itinerary write A J Simmons or address 211 Washington street Boston.
Tug C B Sanford towed Nay Aug and Canisteo after a four masted schooner cut the hawser between Nauset and Cape Cod. Canisteo, commanded by Captain Carl Rinsel, carried 1000 tons of coal and a four man crew. The Canisteo was missing at last report while Nay Aug rode at Boston Light awaiting salvage. Captain Pierce planned to resume search after coaling and water.
In Boston a fatal knife fight left Joe Catala dead and Corebi wounded after a dispute with Quartario and a second man. Police, led by Captain Dugan, question Bruno Cappuccino and other lodgers as witnesses. Officials note Calabria Calabrian rivalry and fear of retaliation hinder witness cooperation.
Cleveland December 26 There is talk among steel men of extending the wire trust to include all steel billet mills as contributors not members The trust would urge billet manufacturers to promise not to sell to outside wire makers while agreeing to buy billets as needed It is believed negotiations are advancing well toward forming the trust with broad support
The Southern cake walk ends the old year with four major events on Friday December 1. An old time Southern night watch will be reproduced as a closing feature. Fifty performers including singers dancers and prize acts will perform, with admission set at 2 5, 60 and 7 cents.
Advertisement asserts hives are non life threatening and prolific misery, claiming Dean's Ointment gives instant relief in the worst cases of hives and other exasperating skin diseases.
Police allege Corebi killed lodging house proprietor Catula with a thin blade while Cappuccino held him. Esposito, a witness, identifies Corebi as the killer. Crowds gathered outside the Catula boarding house as officers investigated and questioned witnesses.
A Baldwin Place Synagogue gathering discussed the Hebrew National Association scheme to establish a home for Israelites in Palestine. Speakers included Adam Rosenberg, Rabbi S. H. Shaffer, and Professor Richard Gottheil. Rosenberg described Palestine colony prosperity and agricultural prospects.
In Long Plain, Acushnet, a village schoolteacher is accused of punishing pupils by placing them before a hot stove. An 11-year-old boy, Walter Bradford's son, fainted at school and later contracted chickenpox, allegedly worsened by heat. The superintendent will investigate. a committee member cites ongoing school disorder and the teacher’s hire to reform it.
The Bunker Hill Tammany Association of Charlestown held a large rally with about seventy five members. A committee will run rallies for Mayor Quincy and the Democratic ticket, noting two of the district’s largest gatherings the night before election. The group plans fireworks and a follification on inauguration night, and a banner with Mayor Quincy’s picture caused a brief removal struggle.
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