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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1898

Page

2

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Contempt Sentence Overturned in Wardner Case

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.

Torrey E. Wardner The Raveler Knowlton Supreme Court Wardner Sherman Superior Court Thefendant Engineer Getchell Philip Wardner William Schofield Harriman Schultz Norfolk County G. Philip Wardner Augustus B. Endicott Boston Traveler

Striking Shoe Workers Attack Socialistic Leader at Marlboro Meeting

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.

Marlboro Martha Moore Avery Lynn Avery Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union John F. Tobin National Union William Inskip Shoe Workers’ Union of England Harry J. Skeffington Revere Mass J. & Frye & Co Fattory of Rice & Hutchins Frye Factory J. A. Frye & Co

Imperialism Discourse On War and Despots

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.

Boutwell President Capen Wys c Sion Philippines England Russia Japan United States Great Britain Engeland

Debates on Expansion and Imperial Ambition in War Era

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.

Senator Morrill Dies in Early Morning at 1:25 A.M.

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.

Senate Chamber Morrill Rock Creek Cemetery Stratford United States Justin &. Morrill Mr. Morrill William Codbcott England Strafford Orange County Vermont Stratford Branch Offie House of Representatives Crimea Sebastonol Joseph Hume Charlotte Bronte Carrer Bell Lord Raglan Samuel Rogers Nathaniel P. Banks Congress X. Morrill Great Britain Senate Charles Sumner Senator Morrill Vermont Avenue Fourteenth Street Artis Senator Proctor Wasnington Methuselah

Rose Coghlan’s Daughter Bitten by Big St Bernard

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.

Rose Coghlan New York Rosalind Bruce Pasteur Institute Goghlan Neptune Park New Rochelle Fred McKay

Trio of Bandits Rob Boston Journalist on Stanhope Street

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.

Charles W. Restarick Boston Waverly Street Stanhope Street Berkeley Street

Portland Steamship Co Liabilities Limited In Portland

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.

Portland United States District Court Portland Steamship Company William Leavitt William Bradley

Captain Tobin dies by his own hand at Camp Poland

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.

Knoxville Tenn John M. Tobin Camp Poland Tobin Boston Bugton

Universalist Social Union Meets at Hotel Thorndike

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.

Universalist Social Union Thorndike S. H.ropkin F. A. Bisbee Christian Union Q. S. Shinn C. W. Biddis J. Warren Turner

Inquest Finds Train Fatalities in Two States

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.

Fred King Bridget Holaloran Dedham Fred Henry Norfolk New York, New Haven & Hartford King Bridget Holloran Walpole

Nixon's Second Case Aims to Free Money From Officers

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.

Ging Agaig Yebtey Nixon Otts Faxon Stevens Harmon Champlin Bangs Sae

Billiard Tourney Opens at Uptown Emporium

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.

Uptown Murray & Irwin al Martin

Warner Armadighes Alleged Bank Robber In Court

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.

Northampton Louis Warner

Boston healer claims permanent cures by magnetic power

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.

Audienc Young Men's Christian Association Boylston St Berkeley St O'Neil Harrison Avnan Avle Boston Fxilward O'Neil Harrison Ave Brattle St Quincy House Iris New England Hall Christ Ofer Henson Young Men's Christian Association Hall

Lydon Fails to Secure Victory in Informal Caucus

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.

Lydon South Boston Mulcahey Ward 14 Carroll Doherty Ee Boston Connolly Galvin Madden Ward Leary Logan Dever Brennan O’kane McEnerney Nangle

A. A. A Ball Player George Clark Dies in Cambridge

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.

New England George Clark Cambridge Cambridge Hospital Clark Rockport Mass Payson T. Lowell Harvard Colonge Tom” Lowell Crack Lovell Arms Company

Man Kills Himself After Christmas Spree

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.

Thomas Kehoe Ehoe East Eighth Street Boston

Palace Theatre Proprietor Pleads Guilty in Superior Court

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.

Frank V. Dunn Palace Theatre Thomas J. Barry Dunn Mannin

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