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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1891

Page

3

West End rail bid splits Boston aldermen over salt on tracks

In a tense city council session, Alderman Carruth clashed with supporters of allowing salt on West End Street Railway rails for track safety while the committee report passed 6 to 4. The exchange centered on respect for ordinances with Carruth threatening action against Henry M Whitney and the mayor.

Board of Aldermen West End Street Railroad Company Carruth Boston West End Company City of Henry M. Whitney Committee On Street Railways Flood Keenan Leary Lee Stacy Sullivan Farmer Lewis Rust Humboldt Avenue Roxbury Tenth District Church Street Cambridge Supreme Court London Great Britain Hayes General Court West End Street Railway Company West End Fire Department Alderman Keenan Eliot Harvard College Fraser Congress Street Mt. Washington Avenue Bridge Federal Street Bridge Broadway Dover Street Harbor and Land Commissioners South

Andover House Assoc Meets on Rollins Street Plan

A meeting of the Andover House Association described its aim to establish a Boston residence for seminary and college graduates and others aiding social moral uplift. A house at 6 Rollins Street is hired, with Robert A. Woods named head. The group plans furnishing costs around $1000 and a $2000 working fund, plus future clubs and similar houses, lectures, and study classes.

Andover House Association Trinity Church W. Birtwell Boston Rollins Street Robert A. Woods Andover Binney

USEFUL INSURANCE AGENCY AT 20 KILBY STREET

The John C Paige insurance agency at 20 Kilby Street is described as one of the leading agencies for placing insurance in the United States. It offers fire, accident, employers liability, boiler explosion, cyclone, tornado, general liability, elevator, plate glass and transportation insurance and acts as agent for Orient of Hartford Imperial Fire of London Eng City of London Fire of England Fire Association of Philadelphia Penn Michigan of Detroit Mich American Casualty Insurance and Security Company of Baltimore Md.

John C. Paige Kilby Street United States John Paige Orient of Hartford Imperial Fire of London Eng City of London Fire of England Fire Association of Philadelphia Penn Michigan of Detroit Mich American Casualty Insurance and Security Company of Baltimore

A Silver Wedding in Dedham Centre

Dedham December 28 Mr and Mrs Francis E Soule celebrated the twenty fifth anniversary of their wedding at their home on School street Dedham Centre with a large turnout of guests from both local and distant areas.

Depnam Francis E. Soule School Street Dedham Centre

Chile Crisis Rumors Sweep Washington and Navy Talks

Washington reports no official word from Chile as ministers spar with officials over Egan’s absence at Valparaiso ceremonies. Blaine handles Chilean affairs, while Lodge and Boutelle press naval concerns. The San Francisco arrived in San Diego with ammunition and readiness for a possible three year cruise and further moves.

Washington State Navy Departments Chile Egan President Montt Valparaiso State Department Blaine Harrison White House Baltimore Lodge Boutelle Navy Department House Committee On Naval Affairs Herbert House Randall Naval Committee Senate Committee On Appropriations Committee On Naval Affairs Tracy Department George Washington San Francisco San Diego Cal Charleston Ramsay Bureau of Navigation Wilson Bureau of Construction T. B. M. Mason New York Cramp Senor Pedro Montt San Draco Monterey Brown Secretary of the Navy Honolulu Acapulco

Death of Alfred Batcheller Honored by New England Shoe Group

At a New England Shoe and Leather Association executive committee meeting held yesterday, unanimous resolutions mourn the passing of Alfred H. Batcheller. The tribute lauds his 80 years in the trade, his business acumen, generosity, dignified conduct, and mercantile honor. Sympathy is extended to his family, with copies to be sent and entered into association records.

New England Shoe & Leather Association Alfred H. Batcheller Alfred H. Bacheller Batcheller Association

Cephalonia Arrives Boston After Atlantic Voyage

The Cunard steamer Cephalonia from Liverpool docked at East Boston after arriving off Boston Licht at 11 30 p m Sunday and docking at 8 00 a m yesterday. Passengers in the saloon included Mrs Eliott with three children and a nurse and several named families and individuals. The steamer City of Savannah brought passengers J S Bent A E Bent and William Meakim.

Cunard Cephalonia Liverpool Boston Licht East Boston Eliott John S. Wyman Margaret Nichols George Abbot Leda Capen Alexander M.cLeod City of Savannah J. S Bent A. E. Bent William Meakim

Federal Street Fire Ends With Large Insurance Payouts

Fire in Parker Holmes Co store on Federal Street burned through Sunday night, not fully subdued until morning. Loss estimated at 398000 with total building coverage 75000 and Parker Holmes account 368000. insurers include Guardian Mercantile London Lancashire Royal and many others. Firemen injured. Chief Webber recovering. investigation considers a passerby throwing a cigarette through a sidewalk opening as a possible ignition.

Leather District Federal Street Webber Station 2 High Federal Streets Parker, Holmes & Co Milton Place New York & New England Railroad Purchase Street Parker, Holmes & U Co Endicott & Macomber Kilby Street Guardian Mercantile Liverpool London & Globe Home American of New York Northern Insurance Company of North America London Commercial Union Connecticut Girard London & Lancashire Royal Richard Rowe Mason Building Almna California Lancashire Firemen’s Baltimore North British and Mercantile Merchants Providence Hanover London Assurance National Hartford Phoenix St. Paul Minnesota Buffalo Fire Association Philadelphia American North River Reliance New Jersey Fireman’s Fund England Continental Queen Holyoke Mutual Merchants and Farmers’ Mutual Quincy Mutual Dorchester Mutual Hamburg-Bremen London and Globe Northwestern National Boston Scottish Union and National Spring Garden Denver Colorado Liberty Phenix Nassau Alliance People’s New Hampshire United Firemen's State of Atlas Union Lion North America Jersey City Sun American Central Manchester Eng Pheenix Western Canada Germania Hosmer, Codding & Co Bullard & Davenport Scottish Union Niagara Security Michigan Provident Washington Citizens Pittsburg Mechanics Boson Western Company Firemen’s Fund Springfield Maryland Norwich Union Orient Kostop Equitable Altna Caledonia Hamburg Bremen

Heath Sloops Lillie for Lien Against Tobey Yacht

Charles F Heath attaches the sloop yacht Lillie owned by 8 E Tobey for services and disbursements claiming a lien. Before Judge Aldrich in the U S district court yesterday the case remains on trial with Tobey’s defense arguing Heath as master forfeits the lien and claims payment in full.

Charles F. Heath Lillie 8. E. Tobey Aldrich United States District Court Tobey Heath

Norway Steel and Iron Company to be wound up

Judge Holmes in the Supreme Court issues an order of notice returnable today to show cause why the Norway Steel and Iron Company should not be wound up. No business is the stated cause for the move.

Norway Steel and Iron Company Holmes Supreme Court

Use of the Common Council Caucus Voted No Nomination

Republican members elect of the Common Council held a noon caucus at City Hall related to the presidency. They voted to take no action and make no nomination for the present.

Common Council City Hall

Two Men Fined For Walking On Railroad Tracks

In Brighton District Court yesterday Patrick Meehan of Newton and John Cody of Boston were fined five dollars each for walking on a railroad track. The act is prohibited under local law, with enforcement reflecting public safety concerns amid railway activity.

Brighton Patrick Meehan Newton John Cody Boston Lave

Nothing Like Leather Faces Federal Street Shoe Fire

A Boston shoe trade column reports the Federal street fire that damaged Hosmer Codding & Co and nearby buildings. It notes saved samples, quick rent inquiries, and charity from Waukenhose. editors describe auction plans for damaged stock and praise several New England firms and salesmen while considering possible arson.

Wales Gowood Year Boots Retailer Ad

Advertisement for Wear Wales Gouvoodyear rubber boots and shoes touting durability and style. If Wales GowoodYear is unavailable, directs readers to Converse and Pike at 126 Pederaist in Boston.

Converse & Pike Pederaist Boston

Boot and Shoe Recorder Weekly Sample Copy

Sample header for a periodical describing a weekly issue priced at two dollars and fifty cents annually with an advertising line referencing Lincoln.

Lincoln

Meserve case moves for release on habeas corpus

Counsel for George W. Meserve seek his release from the House of Correction arguing two bills of exceptions at sentencing warrant review. Judge Holmes issues a notice returnable today to show cause why he should not be liberated, alleging errors over evidence at a new trial hearing and the court’s jurisdiction to sentence.

Meserve George W. Meserve House of Correction Holmes

Bowdoin College Alumni Reunion in Boston at Young's Hotel

The Bowdoin College alumni of Boston and vicinity plan their annual reunion and dinner at Young's Hotel on Wednesday evening January 13. The association, one of New England's largest college groups, aims for a highly successful event with Hon. W. W. Rice of Worcester serving as president and presiding. President Hyde of Bowdoin College and notable alumni are expected to attend.

Bowdoin College Boston Young’s Hotel Association New England W. W. Rice Worcester Hyde

Obituary for George H Whitman Harvard Class of 1827 Survivor

George H Whitman, last survivor but one of Harvard College class of 1827, died at his home. Born February 10, 1808 in Boston, he married Hannah Thompson who predeceased him. a daughter survived. He served as clerk of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company from 1833 to 1842 and helped publish its History. his birth name was John Winslow Whitman, later changed to George Henry Whitman.

George H. Whitman Harvard College William P. Perkins Horatio Wood Epes Sargent Dixwell Whitman Benjamin Whitman Boston Hannah Thompson Mr. Whitman The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company John Winslow Whitman George Henry Whitman

N W Farley Dies at 70 A Boston Dry Goods Leader

N W Farley a senior partner of Farley Harvey Co and longtime Boston Merchants Association director died at his Auburndale home from heart disease at age 70. He helped found the firm after fires destroyed earlier stores and was known for kindness and steady leadership.

N. W. Farley Boston Auburndale Farley, Harvey & Co Tremont Row Summer Street Farley Chauncy Chauncy and Bedford Streets Boston Merchants’ Association

British envoy to Turkey Sir William White dies in Berlin

The Rt. Hon. Sir William Arthur White British ambassador to Turkey died of influenza at the Kaiserhof Berlin yesterday. Born 1824 he joined diplomacy in 1857 with early service in Warsaw. Later he served as envoy to Bucharest and as ambassador to Turkey. He was privy councillor and held multiple knighthoods.

William Arthur White Turkey Kaiserhof Berlin William Warsaw Bucharest Privy Council Order of the Bath Order of St. Michael and St. George O. T. Hart Boston & Lowell Railroad Woburn Reading Hart James E. Nugent Salem

Horse Hit By Electric Car In Jamaica Plain Fatal Outcome Likely

Yesterday morning a horse hit by a Jamaica Plain electric car at Tremont and Dover Streets was so badly injured that he will probably have to be killed. The wagon was driven by John Pfeifer and his driver escaped injury.

Jamaica Plain Tremont and Dover Streets John Pfeifer

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MR. Whitney Carrutes Law City Hospital the Corporation Counsels Opinion Nent Domain Road Suffolk County Superior Civil Court Court House Ily Cape Ann Granite Company Granite Company B. StepBiIns Rapid Transit Commission Babson Commonwealth Andover House Navy Alfred Batcheller Ers Sion Allen V. Holbrook Simeon WD. Dyer Dyer Codding, Entwistle Chester J. Pike Wales Goodyear Rubber Company Naugatuck Edwin B. Holmes Mr. Holmes Shoe Merchant W. C. Lewis Hosner, Codding & Co Walter Rapp Lincoln Street Clare A. Benedict Williams, Kneeland & Co South Braintree Benedict Clare Benedict West Chicago St. Louis Cleveland J. A. Manning J. A. Manning & Co Pearlstreet Heywood Heywood Boot & Shoe Company Manning J. A. Turner Rockland Turner J. S. Turner Heywood Company Dean, Chase & Co Goring Rookland Charles F. Wrisley Fisher Shoe Company Luce & Manning Bowdoin Alumni Edward Everett Hale Boston Post Bos Tonians POST Dr. Hale the Post Bostonians Paris W. Baxer & Co W. Baker & CO Dorghester, Mass Veakness King Amon Erie Medical CO Pumapenpeuta Frederick Dokenwodel Haney Street Ellen Winter John D. Haney Haney Dake Beecham
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