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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 09, 1898

Page

2

No Smoking at Tremont Temple Sparks G A R Confrontation

Dr Lorimer of Tremont Temple led a clash with about 600 Massachusetts G A R members during their encampment over smoking inside the temple. The pastor urged compliance with a no smoking rule while soldiers persisted, prompting a confrontation and a written ultimatum to gate the doors if smoking continued.

Lorimer Tremont Temple Department of Massachusetts G. A. R Co E Griggs Pr. Lorimer The Grand Army Mr. Lorimer Dr. Lorimer God Post 200 Boston T & Ey Banewoe I Ofea

Desperate escape bid by Mrs Place at St Marys Hospital

In New York on February 8 Mrs Martha Place a hospital prisoner in St Marys Hospital Brooklyn attempted to flee the ward She sprang from her cot and ran toward the door A policeman pursued and she assaulted him trying to seize his throat She was eventually pinioned and subdued with morphine crafting a tense prison ward scene.

New York Martha Place St. Mary’s Hospital Brooklyn

Rewards Withdrawn After Bandit Case in Pato Lynn

The police committee revoked rewards for $1250 offered for the capture of bandits who shot Owen Barker and Fred Usher and robbed A. F. Bartlett and Usher. The offers were pulled as authorities have abandoned hope of catching the men.

Lynn Committee On Police Owen Barker Fred Usher A. F. Bartlett Usher

Old Trick Snatches $7.50 From Storekeeper

A young man used a long practiced ruse to obtain ale and porter from William O'Shea at 108 Tremont street. He paid with a $10 bill, sent to 106 Warwick street, and fled after receiving the change, eluding the victim by a rear entrance.

William O’shea Tremont Street Warwick Street

Rolfe Sues Boston & Albany for Damages

In the Superior Court a jury session opened the Percival D. Rolfe versus Boston and Albany Railroad Company case seeking 26000 damages for injuries received December 21, 1879 in foggy weather.

Superior Court Percival D. Rolfe Boston & Albany Railroad Company

Relief in six hours with New Great South American Kid

Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by New Great South American Kid. Graft surprise due to promptness in relieving pain in bladder kidneys and back. In male or female, it leaves retention of water almost immediately. If you want quick relief and cure this to the medy. Geo. C. Goodwin & Kevers.

Cea Y Geo. C. Goodwin & Kevers

Mysterious troubles blamed on disordered kidneys and a remedy

The piece argues many ills stem from kidney and urinary disorders with symptoms such as weakness and pallor. It cites Dr. R. A. Gunn praising Warner's Safe Cure as effective for bilious conditions and Bright's disease, claiming science offers a remedy to restore health and happiness.

R. A. Gunn United States Medical College New York Warner Bright

Zola Swarmed by Mob After Court Appearance

A large hostile crowd shouted Down with Zola and Vive Zola as he left the court. Police struggled to protect Zola and later escorted him to a taxi while the crowd clashed, with a man cheering Zola nearly tossed into the Seine before authorities intervened.

Zola France M. Zola Ape St. Michael Bridge Seine M. Rochefort Vive l'Armee

M'Clure Dead Revere's Oldest Resident Known as Uncle John

John McClure died at his Broadway home in Revere aged about 100. A former brick maker and long time town character, he walked from New Hampshire to Boston at 18 and built a life in Chelsea and Revere. He recalled the Bunker Hill cornerstone ceremony with General Lafayette. Funeral arrangements forthcoming.

John McClure Revere Broadway John David McClure Stark Antrim N. H Boston Harvard College New Hampshire Chelsea Bellingham Square North Chelsea McClure Jane Brackett Daugher Bunker Hill Monument General Lafayette

Post 46 Fall River Members Report and Pension Notes

The report shows membership changes for 1897 with net loss of 909, suspensions 171 above last year, and a cash balance of 6154.24 on Feb 1 1898 after year receipts of 6202.59 and expenditures of 5491.75. Pension relief costs reached 1949 individuals including 690 non members, while post relief spending rose slightly this year. A W R C delegation attended with national president Mrs. Sarah J. Martin pledging support. banquet celebrations followed the Roanoke Association’s election joy for Comrade William H. Bartlett as department commander.

John Deane Fall River Department For Deane Council of Administration Webster Post H. O. Moore Our Order Department Lucius Field Spacee of Relief Quartermasters Sarah J. Martin Faneuil Hall Roanoke Association American House William H. Bartlett

Massachusetts Woman's Relief Corps Holds Nineteenth Convention

The Massachusetts department Woman's Relief Corps opened its nineteenth annual convention at People's Temple with delegates and members, led by department president Mrs. Emilie L. W. Waterman. Addresses, donations to Soldiers' Home, and relief fund plans dominated the session as officers were to be elected and a reception held for national figure Mrs. Sarah J. Martin of Missouri.

Massachusetts Department Woman's Relief Corps People’s Temple Emilie L. W. Waterman Abbie T. Usher Newburyport Waterman Atkins Buffalo L. A. Turner West Street Massachusetts Music Hall Department Relief Fund Angie Robinson Worcester Department Sarah E. Fuller Mary E. Elliot Mabel McGill Department Relief Committee Boston Sarah J. Martin Missouri

Cambridge Aldermen Debate Metropolitan County Bill Move

Last night Cambridge Board of Aldermen postponed a vote on an order urging opposition to the metropolitan county bill in the Legislature. Mayor Bradford and Aldermen Bradford Spalding Ahern argued over the bill while one member urged referral to a commission for study before action.

Bradford Cambridge Board of Aldermen Boston Cambridge Spalding Alderman Ahern

Resolutions Mark Passing of Senator Hayes in State House

The Massachusetts Senate and House met in somber session following the sudden disability and death of Senator Hayes. Speakers praised his noble character and public service, noting his early career in the House and his fearless advocacy. Resolutions were adopted and the Senate adjourned in tribute.

Senator Hayes Dies in State Legislature

Senator Gal livan announced the death of Hon. James E. Hayes of Suffolk in the state Senate chamber this morning. Hayes had just sat in the chamber a week earlier in vigorous health.

Senator Gallivan Senator Hayes James E. Hayes Suffolk

Death prompts official action in legislature

A speaker reflects on a colleague's death as a personal loss and urges the legislature to take official action appropriate to the occasion. The tribute acknowledges the deceased's arduous work and promises his session labor will benefit his constituents.

Memorial resolutions on death of Senator James Hayes of Suffolk

Mr Irwin presents resolutions mourning the death of Hon James Hayes Senator from the second Suffolk district. Hayes died young, having held many public trusts, and was beloved for his manly and genial character. The Senate adjourns in his memory and sends condolences to his family.

Irwin Hampshire Senate James Is Hayes Suffolk Commonwealth Mr. Quirk

Knights of Columbus Mourn Death of Supreme Knight James I Hayes

Redberry Council notes with regret the death of Hon. James I Hayes Massachusetts Senator and supreme knight. They praise his leadership, charity, and public service. The council will attend funeral services, place a floral memorial, extend sympathy to his mother and relatives, and have the resolutions recorded and sent to the grieving family.

Redberry Council Knights of Columbus James I. Hayes Commonwealth of Massachusetts Order of the Knights of Columbus James K. Hayes Knights of Columbus of America Senate of Massachusetts John F. Mongovan G. K Charles J. Collins

In Memoriam at Ward 17 Democratic Associates Meeting

At a regular monthly meeting the Ward 17 Democratic Associates elect officers: President Walter J O Malley Jr Vice President Councilman John P Lonergan Treasurer James A Mahan Recording Secretary John J Dowd Financial Secretary John E Murphy New board includes Senator Charles I Quirk Representative Richard W Garrity and Nelson C Agnew The group adopted resolutions on the death of Senator James E Hayes praising his contributions and character with speeches by Lanegan Ray Garrity and Quirk.

Ward 17 Walter J. O'Malley, Jr John P. Lonergan James A. Mahan John J. Dowd John E. Murphy Charles I. Quirk Richard W. Garrity Nelson C. Agnew James E. Hayes Thomas James FE Hayes Charlestown Lanegan Thomas F Ray Garrity Quirk

Death of Supreme Knight James Hayes Funeral Arrangements

A five member committee was appointed to arrange attendance at the funeral and a three member committee to draft resolutions for the next meeting. Funeral committee members include G K Michael F Shaw, Hon Joseph J Corbett, D G E, Edward M Conley, James Wilkie Jr, and Arthur I Crowley. Resolutions committee members are John J Sullivan, John F Brennan, and Eugene F Sullivan. The group will meet at council rooms 16 City square Thursday at 8 am to attend the services at St Francis de Sales Church.

Supreme James Hayes G. K. Michael F. Shaw Joseph J. Corbett Edward M. Conley James Wilkie, Jr Arthur I. Crowley John J. Sullivan John F. Brennan Eugene F. Sullivan City Square St. Francis de Sales Church

Thurman Club Honors Senator Hayes at East Boston Meeting

The Thurman Club, East Boston’s political group, held a large gathering at Columbia Hall with President Thomas J. Gibson presiding to adopt resolutions on Senator James E Hayes’s death. The resolutions praise Hayes as a gifted leader and express sympathy to his family. Attendees for the funeral include T J Gibson James O Connor Joseph A Conry Thomas Arthur John L Kelly William J Cronin Joseph F Hickey and M K E Bradley.

Thurman Club Boston Columbia Hall Thomas J. Gibson James Eayes James Hayes Massachusetts Democratic Party T. J. Gibson James O’connor Joseph A. Conry Thomas Arthur John L. Kelly William J. Cronin Joseph F. Hickey M. KE. Bradley

Death of Senator James B Hayes prompts Ward 3 resolutions

At a special Ward 3 Democratic committee meeting the panel adopted resolutions mourning the untimely death of James B Hayes the Senator from the second Suffolk senatorial district. The committee extols his public service and leadership and expresses sympathy to his family with a copy of the resolutions to be sent to them.

Democratic Ward Committee Ward 3 James E. Hayes James B. Hayes Suffolk Charlestown Democratic Committee John J. Mahoney Irank Noonan Henry B. Carroal

Urbane Association of Charlestown Holds Honor for James E Hayes

At a special Urbane Association meeting on Bunker Hill street, Charlestown, resolutions were passed in memory of James E Hayes. The Robert Fulton Council R of C also held a meeting to postpone tonight’s ladies' night out of respect for the late Supreme Knight.

Urbane Association of Charlestown Bunker Hill Street Hayes Robert Fulton Council R. of C James E. Hayes Knights of Columbus Beacon Council the Order James FE. Hayes Urbane Hall D. L. Prendergast G. K. Dinand ARPEN

James E. Hayes of Charlestown Dies After Illness

James E. Hayes, longtime Charlestown polit ical leader and supreme knight of the Knights of Columbus, died after a hospital stay following an operation. A native of Charlestown born August 10 1865 he rose from ward 3 activist to state legislator and party leader, teaching before studying law. He leaves a mother and several siblings.

Les James E. Hayes Chartown Knights of Columbus Everett Rowe Father O’neil St. Francis de Sales Charlestown Hayes Ward 3 Boston Heath Senator Hayes Peter and Theresa Hayes Prescott Boston College Frothingham Joseph J. Corbett House of Representatives House Mr. Corbett Senate Supreme Knight Massachusetts Catholic Literary Union of Young Men’s Catholic Association of Father Mathew Total Abstinence and Literary Society Evening Star

Funeral for Retired Officer Sullivan A Johnston

The funeral of retired Police Sergeant Sullivan A Johnston of 6 Brighton Street Charlestown was held yesterday afternoon. Captain White and Sergeants Keefe Fessenden and Thayer attended from the department along with a delegation from the A O U W. The Rev L M Powers of the First Universalist Church Somerville conducted the services.

Sullivan A. Johnston Brighton Street Charlestown White Keefe Fessenden Thayer L. M. Powers First Universalist Church of Somerville

Do It Yourself Kidney Health Test and Remedy Ad

An article promotes self test for kidney issues using urine sediment and urges using Dr. David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy. It claims relief from urinary and bladder problems, nightly urination, and back pain, and offers a dollar bottle and a free sample by mail from Rondout New York.

David Kennedy Dr. David Kennedy Corporation Rondout N. Y Boston Post

Hearings on Election Laws Set for Feb 10 at State House

State House Boston February 7 1898 committee on election laws announces hearings on February 10 at Room 458. Bills to 147 nomination of municipal candidates 162 party designation against candidate 176 nomination papers 189 polling closing time 5 district elections 192 ballots per town clerk. Chairman WM W Davis and Clerk Abfa rd Wells announce schedule.

State House Boston Committee On Election Laws WM. W. Davis

Committee Opens Boston Aldermen Bills Hearing Feb 10

Commonwealth of Massachusetts committee to continue hearing on House Bills 204 238 253 255 374 376 877 and 505 concerning the Board of Aldermen and Common Council in Boston. Room 436 State House at 10 a m Tuesday Feb 10. Clerks Frede W. Dallinger and Geo F. Mead.

State House Boston Committee On Board of Aldermen and Common Council

Bar admission hearing scheduled for February ninth

The Joint Committee on the Judiciary will hold a hearing for parties seeking admission to the bar of persons examined before January 1, 1808. The session occurs at Room 254 State House on Wednesday February 9 at 12 o'clock noon. Chairman William A. Morse and Charles H. Innes preside.

State House Boston Joint Committee On the Judiciary William A. Morse Charles H. Innes

Massachusetts public health sale of clothing notice

The Committee on Public Health issues notice No. 275 from the chief of district police concerning manufacture and sale of clothing made in unhealthy places. The sale is set for Friday February 11 at 10 30 a m in Room 445 State House. Charles E Folsom and William J Bullock chair the committee.

State House Boston Committee On Public Health Charles E. Folsom William J. Bullock

Also Mentioned on This Page

Pato Zolawn M’clure Alderman Bradford Hood Druagiste John F Nickerson Co Commercial St J. J. McCarthy Edmund Dowse Mr. Rourke Rourke Roe Dallinger Middlesex Moran Bristol Morse Cape Mr. Morse Mr. Hayes Mr. Roe Mr. Dallinger Gallivan Redberry Council of Hodgkins Order United States Bunker Hill Council Prescott & CO American Wringer Company Franklin Street Arch Street W. B. Badger & CO Portland St Falmouth and St. Stephen Streets Board of Street Commissioners City Hall Falmouth Street St. Stephen John P. Dore Ciahsanaieens Alpheus M. Stetson Kilby Street Abflard B. Wells Committee On Metropolitan Affairs Frede. W. Dallinger Geo. F. Mead Joint Committee On Judiciary W. H. Cook E. B. Estes WH. Cook Grant Dorchester George W. Grant D. Frank Grant Blue Hill Avenue Lebanon Brown Mary Edward Brown
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