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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1901
Page
2
A Boston store on Causeway and Portland streets reopens after a fire or flood with a new stock of canned fruits and vegetables. The piece argues canned produce can be cheap and wholesome when bought from trusted dealers. The shop promises near free delivery within 10 miles of Boston.
The Jeffries versus Ruhlin boxing match in Cincinnati scheduled for February 15 was postponed to Monday on county prosecutor Hoffheimer’s request after warrants were issued by Justice Roebling. Seat sales exceed $2,000 with proceeds still rising as both fighters train at their quarters. Ruhlin’s windows were painted for privacy while Jeffries reports his knee injury has healed and both camps remain active.
Jesse M. Gove has been chosen president of Boston's Republican city committee. The Journal says he lacks the votes and leadership to elect Mayor Hart again, while Gove asserts Hart will be re-elected with party support and will not act against Wheeler. He avoids public policy details.
The Crown Prince of Denmark arrived in London late this evening amid formal welcome ceremonies. Officials reported no incidents and expect further engagements in the capital.
Society expects King Edward to make St James the most brilliant court in Europe. Night drawing rooms may replace dreary afternoon functions and refreshments replace carriages. Rumors say he might renew visits to noble castles and Holyrood Palace drawing rooms with possible royal kisses to officials.
London January 31 reports the Duke of Cornwall and York resting well at Osborne House after a refreshing night. The duchess plans to return to his bedside following the funeral, awaiting further updates on his condition.
The infant Prince Edward of York the eldest son would become heir to the throne positioning him next after his father the Duke of Cornwall in the royal line of succession.
Superintendent of Streets B T Wheeler arrived in Boston with City Engineer Jackson after a week long inspection trip through Philadelphia Indianapolis and Chicago. Wheeler dismisses interest in the city committee presidency noting his views align with the Mayor and that the outcome held no personal concern.
The Delaware Legislature moves adjournment to March 5 creating a potential Senate vacancy. Congress and the country may face a state without any representation in the Senate, signaling a striking constitutional and political situation.
Benjamin Dibblee of 123 Cambridge Street was searched near the Curtis Dawgs Company soap works in Cambridgeport after an incident that may cost him his eyesight.
Rice defeated Hugh Murphy in Rockville Conn in a fifteen round decant. The bout headline notes Austin Rice won with a decisive decision over Murphy.
Local tobacco dealers in Chattanooga Tennessee report the final passage of an anti cigarette bill and will discontinue sale and return stock in compliance with the new law.
Report describes the royal funeral procession preparations from Cowes to London with troops lining the roads, the Alberta royal yacht, gun carriage transfer at Victoria and Paddington, and 33 000 soldiers under arms for the funeral. It notes turnout of Queen Alexandra and royal princesses and the arrival of the coffin at Victoria station with foreign representatives to follow.
A nighttime crescent of ten miles of anchored warships from British French and German fleets spans Cowes to Portsmouth. The ceremony honors Queen Victoria with royal yachts leading, then British battleships and a fleet of foreign vessels forming a double line toward Portsmouth.
London announces a national day of mourning on Saturday with shops closed and businesses suspended. The Northwestern Railway of Fingland orders all trains to stop at 2 30 p m for the Windsor funeral and requires staff to remain motionless for ten minutes.
A special train brings Crown Prince of Sweden Prince George of Saxony Prince of Saxe Altenburg Prince Waldeck Pyrmont and the Prince and Princess of Schaumburg Lippe with suites to London for Queen Victoria's funeral. Czarewitch and other foreign guests cross the channel to England to join the procession.
Rabbi Samuel Wirsenberg will preach on Victoria and a queenly woman tonight at 11 Union Park Street Boston. Cantor Chalofft directs a temple choir in a special musical programme. Services start at 7 49 PM and the public is invited. A noon service is added for tomorrow at St Pauls Protestant Episcopal Church Tremont Street.
Copenhagen dispatch reports Prince Charles of Denmark, son of the Crown Prince and granddaughter of King Edward VII, is set to receive a naval appointment in the British service.
Berlin cabined declares the First Dragoon Guard Regiment will henceforth be named The Queen Victoria of Great Britain and Ireland Regiment. The move sets a regal title for the unit reflecting royal ties.
A memorial service will be held at St James Church on Beech Street in North Cambridge tonight at 8 o clock. The rector will deliver the eulogy during the service.
Fire swept through the Dolphin Vault and adjacent works in Toledo this morning, causing extensive damage and injuring nearby buildings. Estimated losses run into the thousands.
Chicago January 21 Finley Peter Dunne author of the papers known as the Tanlex papers is recovering from an illness and plans to travel to New York to resume his literary work. He expects to start soon and continue his writing career.
A health notice promotes Neurogen from Dr Seth Clark & Co claiming it restores energy and nerve strength. Testimonials from Mrs Reed and Mr Gardner allege relief from exhaustion and rheumatic pain. Sold by druggists at $1 a bottle with dosage guidance.
A long, mixed parade list outlines military units town and royal participants. It names bands, infantry regiments, cavalry lancers, engineers, and naval units along with royal family members and foreign dignitaries expected to attend the processions in London and Osborne today.
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