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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1896
Page
3
Mr Dingley discusses the Senate silver bill at length outlining its aims and potential impacts. He emphasizes economic and policy implications while addressing critics and supporters.
In Washington on February 5, heated votes and debates dominated the scene. A bill to ban prize and bull fights in all Territories and the District of Columbia was advanced. The District of Columbia appropriation bill faced a contentious vote over funding for an asylum. Debates on bond sales and free coinage continued, with sharp exchanges about secession and South Carolina. The day ended with the House adjourning at 10:35 p.m.
In Washington the Senate reports the diplomatic appropriation bill and calendarizes it. Senator West attacks the Secretary of Agriculture over seeds and free silver, while the seeds resolution goes over without action. The day centers on a plan to distribute appropriation bills among committees. no vote reached before adjournment at 6:05 p.m.
Forty five delegates from Salem Pawtucket Cumberland Shawmut Wachusett Riverside Crescent Arlington City Point Millstreams West Lynn Springfield Springfield Canoe and Atlanta Boat Clubs met at the American House last night for the N E H A R A presidency contest. President Stimpson was unanimously reelected and A R Sweet of Pawtucket named vice president.
The Consoli dated Cycling Clubs delay games with Suffolk Mt Pleasant and Alpha Pequots while Associated Cycling Clubs schedule Rox bury Massachusetts and Medfords Union. League row over color line resurfaces with Boston hotel discrimination tale. A Baltimore Washington cycle path costs 50 000 to 60 000 and will use limestone macadam. Providence show draws crowds boosting trade. Police bicycle units gain permanent status in New York with uniform changes. Five New York road bills await hearing as Armstrong baggage bill dominates agenda.
The February 10 show at West Newton Street Armory features Maurice Hagerstrom of the Manhattan Athletic Club challenging Connelly in a lightweight test. Preliminaries include Charley Strong vs Nick Burley and Patsey Haley vs Patsey Broderick with a purse set.
Newton High School Athletic Association will hold the seventh annual meet in the gymnasium on Walnut Street Newtonville February 22 at 7 30 p m. Open events include 30 yard dash 440 yard dash 600 yard run scratch. Closed events include 30 yard dash 30 yard run 600 yard run 200 yard hurdle running high jump shot put and class team race. Special event is a team race between Brookline High School and Newton High School. Entry fee 50 cents per event. Entries close February 15 with Harold W Burden Box 419 West Newton.
London February 5 A match for 500 pounds a side and a purse of 700 pounds has been arranged between middleweight boxers Dick Burge of England and Kid Lavigne of Michigan United States. The bout will take place under the National Sporting Club during Derby week.
The famous racehorse Domino reached Lexington Kentucky in good order after pneumonia treatment. Major Dangerfield in charge says the horse is out of danger though thin from illness and stands 15 hands 3 inches high.
Thousands gathered at Mechanics Building for the Boston Fire and Protective Department ball. District Chief John Grady led the grand march with his daughter as Mayor Quincy and other officials attended. The event featured Baldwin's orchestra, bright deco, and high hospitality, with many fire chiefs from across New England present.
At Norfolk House alleys the Casinos defeated the 999th Artillery 2593 to 2554 led by Johnson with 216 in the first string. Orne and Spencer each totaled 540 for the losing side as the match concluded with one team scoring 2993.
Blodgett Ordway and Webber defeated Brown Durrell and Co by 146 pins to move to second place in the Mercantile League standings. Batchelder and Lincoln extended their lead by beating Walker Stetson Sawyer as scores posted 2360 2214 2288 and 2136 respectively.
In Charlestown the Quinlan murder inquiry centers on Professor Wood's blood spot analysis. The expert says small round stains indicate a blow caused blood spurt at impact, tying to the defendant's dress. The government case hinges on this testimony as the trial proceeds amid changing charges and witness shifts.
Dorchester Centrals defeated the Old Dorchers on home alleys last night by a close score. Cutter led with 558 and a 224 string, while Wheeler and Morrill claimed second and third with 048 and 545. Final score 2604 to 2580.
Team totals show Carruths 441 412 414 427 448 for a 2017 result and Muerray and Irwin 885 398 413 409 412, totaling 2142 and 2017 respectively. The figures reflect multiple event scores contributing to overall team performance.
Cambridge and Rexford posted team totals with Cambridge at 2213 and Rexford at 2080. Individual scores listed as beeees 463 429 466 434 421 and wee -420 403 417 435 405, reflecting the meet results and point distribution.
Brockton Thompson Bros with 2094 Whitman Keiths 1993 match. Brockton Commercial League Team 8 2163 defeats Team 1 2127. Woburn Woburns 11 defeats Waltham 2.
In a letter to the Post, D L Prendergast explains his role in arranging a whist party for Carney Hospital and defends James W Wescott over use of the West Newton street armory. He argues miscommunication caused protest and urges fair treatment of Wescott’s charitable intent.
The Ensign Club complains that South Boston lacks a proper skating venue while neighboring wards enjoy ponds and public rinks. They urge the city to flood the old Tannery to create a skating site, asking the Post to assist in securing a facility.
The monthly business meeting heard Morrill preside as chair. The committee and regatta committee submitted reports. The club approved a $250 appropriation and an additional $550 for related committee needs.
Beverly February 5 Company E of this city edged strong Company I 4 to 0 in a closely fought military basketball league game.
Angus McLeod and Miss Maggie Brennan testified at police headquarters yesterday morning. The stenographer recorded their statements, which did not alter the case materially. McLeod admitted quarrels in the family, and Brennan repeated her earlier interview account.
John Quinlan’s missing son has been taken by his friends to Rochester, J. H. to avoid police and inspectors. The boy will stay there until needed as a defence witness. His uncle told the best man the action aims to shield him from cross examination.
A post report confirms Angus McLeod was not at the scene. The alibi places him leaving Parksquee station at 7 45 p m as rear brakeman on Train 195 to Providence and returning to the city at 2 35 a m Thompson rode with him as another brakeman.
Medical examiner and Professor Wood filed reports with the district attorney. Wood notes blood spatters on Mrs. Quinlan’s dress formed by forceful air transmission. He claims this could not be produced otherwise. The examiner’s findings underpin the manslaughter theory but verdict remains uncertain.
Fall River February 5 Cotter's champions defeated the Pawtuckets in a heated game noted as the season's fastest with late drama. Final score Fall River 8 Pawtucket 6. Players Whiting Averett Parsons Bone Reveres OMalley Porter appear among scorers and goal stops.
A note from Elleny Corbett mentions confidence that Fitz may win while sympathies favor Maher. It advertises reasonable terms for boxing lessons focused on science rather than slugging, with contact pointing to Prof Shaw at 181 Tremont Street Room 16.
Stewart Syndicate bids include Dry Dock Savings Bank Albany Savings Bank Seasongood & Meyer Bank of New Amsterdam Greenwood Savings Bank Blake Brothers & Co United States Trust Company Kidder Peabody Ladenburg Thalman W E Sutton W H Crossman Old Colony Trust C. S Smithers L Von Hoffman Lazard Freres and others at various prices from 110.07 to 111.55 for the $76 million issue. Morgan syndicate bids 110.6877 with Deutsch Bank Berlin and Harvey Fish & Sons. One bid split among three parties.
Morgan syndicate bids 110.6877 for the entire issue. Stewart syndicate offers 76 million at 110.07. New York Life 5 million at 11012 and 6 million at 111. Mutual Life 5 million at 110. Farson Leach 1 million at 109.7793 and 1,006,000 at 106.159. Hanover National Bank 11 million at 109.75 to 111.17. Joseph Pulitzer 1 million at 114. E Rollins Morse 2.1 million at 110.127 to 106.127.
The Daily News in London on February 6 lauds the subscriptions for the new American loan. It says the manner of subscription will repair damage to U S credit and restore public confidence.
A humorous ad promoting Lawrence's 103 cigars as a cheaper yet higher quality alternative to 15q cigars. It touts better burn, appearance, and value, urging readers to choose the 5c Lawrence's 103 over pricier brands.
Edward C. Ellis, a Democrat active in Ward 9 politics, will become deputy to Commissioner John R. Murphy in the Boston water department. Born in Northampton and Harvard graduate of 1868, Ellis has long been in business and politics, with ties to Ward 9 workers and past state and city roles. Salary for the post is 3500 dollars. lines of succession and other city appointments are noted.
Knights of Columbus and ladies attend Cotillon Hall for the inaugural West End Council No. 108 BS Of C ball. Grand march led by Francis J. Horgan and Mrs F J Kelleher, with Joseph A. Conry and Mrs E J Donovan following. arrangements chaired by Horgan Carroll Donovan Lomasney Murphy. reception committee listed. floor director Horgan with Moe Ginley assisting.
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