28 Dec 1897
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1897
Page
1
A bold editorial demands politicians refrain from meddling in city affairs. It urges leaders to attempt policy changes themselves rather than ousting allies, framing the issue as a test of leadership and loyalty within Boston politics.
In Dedham last evening Hon. George Fred Williams refused to discuss his role in the Boston fight. He stated he would not interfere in local politics and denied unauthorised despatch quotes. He criticized the packed convention and declined to comment on Worcester changes or election outcomes.
The Fall River textile dispute nears a decision as the manufacturers reject a proposed wage cut of 6 1/2 percent, with unions preparing for further meetings and public statements. Secretary O Donnell released two communications detailing the conference, as operatives face a vote on whether to accept or oppose the reduction. The dispute highlights the push for living wages amid southern competition and rising production costs.
District attorney-elect Asa Bird Gardner selects assistants John F. McIntyre Robert Townsend Henry W Unger ex Congressmen James J Walsh Moses Hermann ex Assemblyman James Grady and notes McIntyre resigned to defend Edward J Ivory in a dynamite conspiracy case Augustus W Peters president elect Manhattan borough names Ira Edgar Rider private secretary
A fire at the dry goods store of Jarmyn & Perry in High Street Kings Lynn Norfolk caused the local engine to collapse. The blaze spread quickly destroying adjoining businesses and the total damage is estimated at £100,000.
The Rev. J. Coker of Fitchburg has accepted the call to serve the Baptist Church in Dalton Mass. The appointment was announced on December 27.
Ex Secretary Robert Howard correspondence discusses Southern competition versus the North with observations from mills in Columbus Georgia and Atlanta. He notes receiverships at Eagle and Phenix, Sibley mill excess inventory in Augusta, and wage comparisons while stressing data on prices for spinning and weaving as basis for conclusions.
Striking silk weavers at the Royal Weaving Company mill in Central Falls, Pawtucket, plan to return to work tomorrow morning. The move may break the strike’s backbone, as workers lack organization and several individuals indicate they will resume duties.
The Ship Owners' Dry Dock Company which is capitalized at 380000 dollars with 100 dollar shares passed into the Globe Ship Building Company. Globe secured 250000 dollars worth of stock by paying 125 dollars a share.
Krag Reynolds & Co. wholesale and race rs filed a mortgage for 225 000 to secure notes assigned to E La McKee Liabilities amount to 300 000 assets 400 000 report indicates financial strain amid December filing in Indianapolis Indiana
The Overman Wheel Company of Chicopee Falls assigns to President H. H. Bowman of the Springfield National Bank. Liabilities total 639000 dollars with assets of 1318000 dollars. Creditors meet December 31 as shops close tonight leaving several hundred workers out of work.
Frank Chase John Dorgan and William Griffiths of Boston depart after a workers club send-off to travel by train to Montreal then to Edmonto B C on Union Pacific rail to begin a 1300 mile trek to Dawson City aiming for early April arrival. They plan to follow the telegraph road the poor man's route and reach HBC stations every twenty five miles along the way.
Herbert M. Coates of Everett was arrested yesterday afternoon on a bigamy charge. Mrs. Sarah Leck, who wed Coates on October 20, via the Rev. Titus of Everett, says Coates was already married to Miss Eliza Harrison of Amherst, Nova Scotia.
Mrs. Mary E. Palmer aged 39 died after leaping from the roof of her four story building at 67 Middlesex Street following a quarrel with her husband. Police ruled death by own action. Autopsy showed back impact and internal injuries. She left a husband and three children aged 7, 6, and 3. Neighbors say she had threatened self harm.
James Weston, 60, of Marshfield, rented a room at Hotel Alpha on 21 Green Street Sunday night. He released gas while retiring. an open window and a low gas flow saved him. Found semi conscious yesterday afternoon, he was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital and is expected to recover under Dr. Lawler's care.
December 27 report from Washington says fair weather for New England and eastern New York with likely colder temperatures. Local Boston forecast calls for fair weather and westerly winds on Tuesday.
Advertisement touts Laxative Brome Quinine Tablets claiming cure for a cold in a day. Note mentions price 25 cents per tablet and brand L B Q.
Chiquita the Cuban midget was fatally injured at Chicago Zoo after a bicycle ride collision with a burro. She was thrown down and kicked in the breast, officials said.
A fire in a lodging house at 6 Oak Place near Washington Street last evening killed one occupant and left four others seriously burned. Firefighters and a brave woman who forced a barred door helped avert greater loss as inmates were rushed to City Hospital. The dead man’s identity varied in accounts, refered to at 65 with names including John Cummings Murphy Holbrook and Coleman. At City Hospital Charles Trowbridge 33 and his wife Lena 38 with son Harold 10 and sister Celia Kersey 33 suffer extensive burns, with Trowbridge in the gravest danger and Miss Kersey hair burned away.
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