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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1898
Page
2
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Torrey E Wardner editor of the Raveler faced habeas corpus issues after a Norfolk County jail hold for contempt. The defense argued for constitutional limits on trials outside the court’s presence and questioned juror exposure to the contested Boston Traveler editorial.
At a Marlboro labor meeting a mob of more than 50 nonunion shoeworkers assaulted Martha Moore Avery, a Lynn socialistic labor advocate, jeering, spitting, and roughing her as police escorted her to safety. The incident followed factory clashes and a night of disturbances as work resumed at J A Frye Co and Rice Hutchins with police on hand.
The speech argues for U S expansion and control of the Philippines while warning against entangling alliances with England and Russia. It cites Boutwell and Capen, critiques imperial policy, and warns of war risks and loss of sovereignty if occupation is pursued.
The text rails against moving from republic to empire. It condemns detaching personal liberty, warns against despotic rule, and cites costs of war and expansion. It argues the United States overextended taxation, debt, and military growth while preserving republican ideals.
The life of United States Senator Justin Morrill is chronicled from his 1810 birth in Stratford Vermont to his long public career including service in the House and Senate. The obituary notes his death at 1:25 A.M. and discusses funeral plans, Vermont ties, and his lasting impact on tariffs and free education.
Rosalind Coghlan, 13, daughter of actress Rose Coghlan, was bitten on the cheek by the family St Bernard Bruce while playing in Neptune Park New Rochelle. The wound is healing. Rosalind believes the dog meant no harm and says she does not fear hydrophobia. Bruce was a gift from Fred McKay, a dramatic critic.
Charles W. Restarick, Boston journalist of 77 Waverly street, was robbed by three men on Stanhope street after dark. A revolver was shown, $16 and a gold watch were taken, and the assailants fled. Restarick described two as between 4 feet 7 and 5 feet 11 inches, others unknown. Police have no clues.
In United States District Court the Portland Steamship Company had its liabilities for the loss of the steamer Portland limited to the wreck and pending freight. William Leavitt was appointed trustee and William Bradley commissioner to receive proofs of claims. Claimants must file by March 30. Injunctions barred suits against the company during the proceedings.
Captain John M. Tobin, former quartermaster of the First Brigade at Camp Poland, Knoxville, Tenn., died by suicide today in a pistol shot to the mouth. He was formerly a Boston man and relatives in Brighton have been notified.
The second season gathering of the Universalist Social Union was held last evening at the Hotel Thorndike with about 100 attendees. Rev S H Ropkin presided. Rev F A Bisbee spoke on nationalism and imperialism, urging calm growth and referencing Civil War era opposition. The program included remarks by Rev Q S Shinn and Rev C W Biddis, plus songs by J Warren Turner.
In Dedham report on Fred Henry known as Fred King says death on Sept 8 near Norfolk resulted partly from his own negligence and partly from the engineer who could have stopped the train within a quarter mile. Another inquest on Bridget Holloran near Walpole finds death due to her own negligence, not railroad fault.
Special Officer Nixon faces charges of conspiracy to extort money from reserve officers who sought promotions. The board heard testimony from former page officer Faxon and patrons Stevens and Harmon. General Champlin represented Nixon. prosecution rested with Bangs.
Under Murray and Irwin sponsorship about 250 billiards fans watched the opening game. Al Martin narrowly defeated the “kiss shot King” McKenna 100 to 98 as referee Thomas Dugan and Charlie Green observed. Tonight the second match features favorites Sugarman and Mannheimer.
Northampton December 27 Louis Warner alleged bank robber was brought before the county court on the charge of embezzlement. A long hearing followed over whether his physical condition would permit trial. The proceeding was delayed and no decision was read at 3 pm due to the evidence and examinations.
An impassioned piece describes ONeil of Harrison Avenue and a Boston doctor offering free magnetic healing at the Young Men's Christian Association Hall. The article touts permanent cures for paralysis and other ailments, with testimonials and calls for scrutiny, saying many prominent locals are among the cured and urging public visits to verify the claims. The charity-based healing is presented as a test of faith and evidence.
South Boston voters largely backed Lydon except for Mulcahey in Ward 14, as informally recorded ballots showed Connelly winning. Lydon spoke on representation for Boston on the Board and the presidency, then motioned unanimous nomination of Connelly before a sequence of City Clerk and Clerk nominations. The caucus adjourned after an unusual pledge moment.
George Clark of Cambridge, a popular and skilled baseball player with the B. A. A. team in 1890, died of typhoid pneumonia at Cambridge Hospital after a period of illness. He had starred with Cambridge amateur clubs and played for Rockport and Lovell Arms Company teams. Payson T. Lowell and Colonge "Tom" Lowell helped recruit him to the Lovell Arms squad.
Thomas Kehoe aged 50, of 281 East Eighth Street South Boston, was found dead in his kitchen last night at 10 o clock with his throat cut from ear to ear. Police say he had been on a drinking spree for almost a week.
Frank V. Dunn owner of the Palace Theatre pleaded guilty to the indictment in the Superior Court yesterday. Before arguments began the defense prosecution and judge conferred, and Dunn was ready for sentencing this afternoon.
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