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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1898

Page

3

Lost Dorchester Triumphs Over Arlington Boat Club In Close Series

In the Boston Amateur League at Old Dorchester Club last evening Old Dorchester triumphed over Arlington Boat Club in a tight three game set. Cruff led Old Dorchester with 671 across three games while Arlington’s Rankin totaled 633. Final games were decided by margins of four and eight pins as Dorchester built an early advantage that Arlington could not overcome.

Boston Old Dorchester Arlington Boat Club Cruff Rankin Arlington Arlingtons Carter Dorchester

Mangus A. A. Narrowly Avoids Shutout in Circuit League

Mangus A. A. barely avoided a shutout as their first team bowled against B. A. A. second team at the Boston Athletic Club last night. Willey led Mangus with a 530 series while Skinner topped for B. A. A. in a night of low scores and close play.

Mangus

Record Try Mercan Tile League Marks Set by Saunders

Saunders of the American Waltham Watch Company topped his own 586 to set a season best of 566 pins. The AW Co team defeated Wilson, Larrabee & Co by over 500 pins in two games. Brown, Durrell beat Boston Dry Goods by 44 pins.

Saunders American Waltham Watch Company American Waltham Watch Wilson, Larrabee & Co Brown, Durrell Boston Dry Goods Brown Durrell

Post Mailing Room Team Loses to Hotel News Co in Hub Alleys

The Post Mailing Room squad debut in bowling circles at the Hub alleys, losing to the Hotel and Railroad News Co. Capt Harber blames their mascot Jig Stone missing for the setback and promises a win when the News Co match repeats.

Post Hotel & Railroad News Co Harber Stone News Co

Roxbury League clash between Norfolks and Shawmuts

In the Roxbury League, the Norfolks and Shawmuts met in a game at the Norfolk alleys with local teams vying for position. The readable lines hint at a league matchup in Roxbury with the two clubs.

Norfolks Shawmuts Norfolk Awhleys

South Ends Sweep Stoughton In Three Bowling Games

In Brockton on Feb 10 the South Ends beat the Stoughtons two of three on home alleys with scores 682 781 692 totaling 2155 to 687 707 642 totaling 2086. Rockland was absent, Keswicks rolled 2508 across three strings led by 880 and 908.

Brockton Stoughtons Rockland Keswicks

Candle Pin Bowling Updates and Local News

The Putnam Club faces Boylston second team on February 16. Local Smith Patterson & Co. employees form a bowling team at 52 Summer Street. Fred Freyer of Piqua Ohio bowled 288 single string with ten straight strikes and averaged 203. Harry Starkweather now manages Howard Street alleys. Fred H Norton lost his Worcester county twelve hour title to P H McCann after 58 strings in twelve hours. McCann also won Worcester City League title.

Putnam Club Boylston Smith, Patterson & Co W. Plummer Smith, Patterson & C Co Summer St Fred Freyer Piqua Ohio Harry Starkweather Sudbury Howard Street Harry Aeeheles Fred H. Norton Worcester County Worcester P. H. McCann McCannesteng cCann Norton McCann Worcester City League

Lannon Defends His Title in Buck and Dancer Match

Cusick Lannon, winner of the back and wing dancing championship of New ane, posted a $2 forfeit to challenge Jimmie Dooley after questions about the judges ruling. Lannon invites any remaining doubters to come to the office to cover his money within a week.

Cusick Lannon Newane Jack Dolan Jimmie” Dooley Lannon Dooley

Keough Extends Clean Week with Two Wins at Murray & Irwin’s

Jerome Keough won two games yesterday to keep an undefeated run for the week. He defeated Bob Carey in an afternoon match before a large Murray & Irwin's crowd, then faced Graham in the evening as the schedule continued with Ryan meeting the champion later.

Jerome Keough Bob Carey Murray & Irwin’s McCune Ae Fe Aoe

Fort Hill Square Fire Damages Five Story Brick Building

Patrolman Rankin spotted a blaze on the fifth floor of the 164 High Street building facing Fort Hill square and sounded the alarm. Firefighters battled two streams from the rear fire escape for about half an hour, with water damage to Pierce & Gardner lamp fixtures, Washburn Moon Manufacturing on the first floor, and S. W. Hodgdon on the third. The Hayes truck aided ladder work and the loss to building and contents is expected under a cap of $000. The building is owned by D Webster King.

Rankin Wendell Street High Street Fort Hill Square Pierce & Gardner Hayes Washburn & Moon Manufacturing Company

Fire officials deny incendiary origin in Merrimac Street fire

State Fire Marshal Whitcomb and Captain Brophy denied rumors that the Merrimac street fire was incendiary. Brophy admitted a theory but would not disclose it. Deputy Fire Marshal Shaw will investigate at a hearing in Room 7 at the State House tomorrow.

Whitcomb Brophy City Wire Department Merrimac Street Shaw State House

Whist and Dance Event at Temple Hall

Temple Hall Allston hosted a subscription whist and dancing party with many gowns. Hosts included Mrs John Ryan Mrs William Ready Mrs William Jordan Mrs Philomon Warren and Mrs Edward Butler. Aids were Misses Annie Dowling Mary Nelligan Katherine Ready Mary Webber and Eleanor Jordan. From 8 to 10 PM whist results: first ladies prize went to Miss Purcell and first gentlemen prize to Mr Carmichael.

Temple Hall Allston John Ryan William Ready William Jordan Philomon Warren Edward Butler Annie Dowling Mary Nelligan Katherine Ready Mary Webber Eleanor Jordan Miss Purcell Carmichael

Wedded a Count

Miss Antoinette Woerishoffer, granddaughter of Oswald Ottendorfer, wed Count Carlo Von Seilern of Austria at the Protestant Episcopal Church of the Incarnation. Bishop Satterlee officiated. Baron Von Riedsman served as best man. The couple plan a southern wedding tour and will sail for London in mid April.

New York Antoinette Woerishoffer Oswald Ottendorfer Carlo von Seilern Austria Protestant Episcopal Church of the Incarnation Henry Y. Satterlee Washington William M. Grosvenor Franz Riel von Riedsman Countess von Seilern

Continuance of Unclaimed Baggage Sale

The auction of unclaimed baggage will continue at the freight house of the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad on Dorchester Avenue starting at 10 a.m. today. The sale this week has attracted many buyers with prices often well below the value of the disposed items.

New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Dorchester Avenue

Potter AGAIN Re-Elected President of the L A W

Isaac B. Potter was re-elected president of the L A W on the first ballot with 212 votes to 107 for George D. Gideon of Philadelphia. The assembly, in St Louis, heard reports on finances and racing, with Potter’s slate winning key posts and Indianapolis named as the 1898 meet site.

ST. Louis Isaac B. Potter George D. Gideon Philadelphia National Assembly of the Potter Morrison van Valkenburg Wisconsin Empire State New York Good Roads Wallace Sherwood Indiana Kireker New Jersey Jenkins Fred Gerlach Chicago Illinois Pennsylvania National Racing Board Moses New Hampshire Michigan Chito Gideon Pennsylvana Sterling Elliott Massachusetts Maryland Iowa Thomas J. Keenan E. N. Hines James C. Tattersall Providence R. I Abbot Bassett Bulletin Albert Mott Racing Board Mott Committee On Transportation Delaware Virginia Orida New England George W. Greeburg Indianapolis Merrill Moorea

National cycledrome signs global riders for event

W J Morgan received word from commissioner T W Eck in Paris that signed riders join the national cycledrome International Track Association events. Jaap Eden leads a list including Henry Cissac and Italian Pontecchi, with patron M Suberbi likely accompanying.

New York W. J. Morgan Bigacity T. W. Eck Paris Eck International Track Association Jaap Eden Henry Cissac France Pontecchi M. Suberbi Union Velocitpe de Francais

Bicycle Gossip and Bermuda Sailing Plans

Tech Hammond plans a Bermuda sailing trip today with his mother hoping for health gains. He aims to return for early races. P. C. C. members will attend a Casino roller polo game this evening and then go to the club for supper. Frank Wailer targets a world 24 hour record attempt for $2000 with three pacemakers in shifts. The proposed 100 mile match race is noted.

Hammond Bermudas Casino Frank Wailer

Race gossip and rider movements across Boston and Pittsburg

Local race followers discuss April bike events at Charles River Park with Tom Barnaby and Ha and note Pittsburg riders facing $1000 losses. Eddie Bald is coached by McDonald for the season while Barney Aron backs Pittsburg riders. Fecitt is partnered with Emery at 239 Columbus and continues selling Unions. Indiana’s role in Potter’s West lineup is debated as riders prep for the national meet in Indianapolis.

Tom Barnaby Charles River Park Boston Pittsburg Indianapolis

Chelsea Cycle Club Elects New Officers

At the annual meeting the Chelsea Cycle Club elected Atherton W. Rogers as president and Arthur H. Willis as vice president. E. Frank Sullivan became secretary, John D. Brewer treasurer, Ernest D. Chard financial secretary, with George O. Gardner and George A. Dembenski on the governing board. George W. Powers named captain, William F. Pickard first lieutenant, Albert H. Pickard second lieutenant, James Knowles ensign, and Walter Tilliamson bugler.

Chelsea Cycle Club Atherton W. Rogers Arthur H. Willis E. Frank Sullivan John ©. Brewer Ernest D. Chard George O. Gardner George A. Dembenski George W. Powers William F. Pickard Albert H. Pickard James Knowles Walter Tilliamson

Dundee Social Club Charter Aims at Boston Athletics and Events

The Dundee Social Club, chartered in Massachusetts, plans semi monthly entertainments with contests and club champions. Morris Kennedy seeks 450 members and asks applicants to notify him at 9 Dundee street. Members pay assessments for hall, prizes, and amenities, with guest allowances and responsibility for guests.

Dundee Social Club Morris Kennedy Boston Chicago A. C Massachusetts Dundee Street Navarre A. C Lexington Spa A. C Washington Eureka A. C Baltimore D. S A. C Waterbury Dan Murphy Harry Fisher Harry Peppers Bob Montgomery Tom McGovern Kid Robinson Colonel Hopkins Kid McCoy McCoy Joe Choynski Creedon Choynski Matt Matthews Athens Penn Bridgeport A. C Billy Teller Black Griffo Tom Butler Brooklyn Teller Jack Downey Timmy Kearns Kearns W. R Jack Cooper Johannesurg South Africa P. T Buffalo N. Y Frank Bartlett Ed Hanley Boston A. A New England Amateur Athletic Union John Graham Exeter Street Mass

Ward Opens Baltimore Boxing Club in Monumental Theatre

Jack Ward a Newark native now based in Baltimore opened a boxing club at Monumental Theatre amphitheatre with eight round main event against Eddie Mack of New York. The card also featured a six round draw between Valentine of Trenton and Joe Washington of Baltimore and a halted bout between Kid Lackay of Canton and Bobby Connors of Baltimore after three rounds.

Baltimore Jack Ward BeArwig Ntugilist Newark N. J

Young Sisto Loses To Diver In 20 Round Bout

In New London on February 10 the featured 20 round 117 pound match saw Providence's Young Sisto knocked out in the eleventh round by Jimmy Diver of New York. Diver showed the sharper skill while Sisto failed to land more than ten solid blows. referee was Martin Flaherty of Lowell.

New London, Conn New London Athletic Club Young” Sisto Providence Jimmy Diver New York Sisto Diver Martin Flaherty Lowell

Sullivan Says No More Corbett Fitzsimmons Battles

Portland, Feb 10 T J O'Neil reports a letter from John L Sullivan stating there will never be another encounter between Corbett and Fitzsimmons. Sullivan cited Fitzsimmons as authority and said the decision stands under all circumstances.

Portland T. J. O'Neil John L. Sullivan Corbett Fitzsimmons

Seven arrested at Maplewood sparring bout raid

Malden police raided the Maplewood Athletic Club on Eastern Avenue last night during a sparring exhibition. Chief Emerton and ten officers arrested seven men, three Maplewood club members and four from Chelsea. They were brought to police headquarters around 10 15 and all bailed out.

Malden Maplewood Athletic Club Eastern Avenue Emerton Maplewood Chelsea

Two games at the Hub parlors feature Schaefer toppling Saylor

At the Hub parlors yesterday two chess style matches unfolded with Jake Schaefer defeating Ben Saylor in the afternoon game. The report notes Schaefer won another contest, but the second result remains unclear from the fragment.

Jake Schaefer Ben Saylor

New England School of Boxing Advertises Pelham Location

An ad for the New England School of Boxing at The Pelham 74 Boylston Street lists Harvard College instructors and invites readers to call or write for details.

NEW England School OF Boxing the Pelham Boylston St Harvard College

Spain reacts to De Lome resignation in U S incident

Heraldo de Madrid deplores the incident while noting attacks in American official documents and Congress. El Correo and other papers discuss the resignation’s impact on Spain U S relations and the Cuban insurgents' actions in Washington.

Heraldo de Madrid Senor de Lome Congress el Correo el Epocha Washington Spain Correspondencia Militae el Correo Espanol United States la Nacional

Woodford Reports Delay on De Lome Recall

The State Department has not heard from Mr. Woodford by Feb 10 about demanding De Lome's recall after his resignation. Officials expect a message of Spanish regret and that De Lome’s departure could be postponed while a new minister is named. Diplomatic views vary on handling personal letters versus official ones.

Washington State Department Woodford de Lome Senor de Lome Legation White House Diplomati¢Ec

Senators Discuss De Lome Incident at Capitol

Washington February 10 The De Lome incident dominates Senate debate with sympathy for De Lome and calls for his resignation and departure from the country. Senators Allison Platt Jones Davis Turpie Hale weigh the implications and the duty to maintain cordial U.S. Spanish relations.

Washington de Lome Senate Allison United States Davis Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Turpie Committee On Foreign Relations Mr. de Lome Spain

Acceptable Candidate for De Lome’s Success T:

A political leader pledges to provide a man from his party as De Lome’s successor, expressing confidence in securing an acceptable and competent replacement.

Hanna Speaks At Ninth Annual Scotch Irish Banquet

Senator Mark Hanna was guest of honor at the ninth annual Pennsylvania Scotch Irish Society banquet in Philadelphia. His humorous talk avoided politics. he discussed the De Lome affair when asked about Senate action. He noted bitter sentiment toward the Spanish minister but conservative lawmakers backed the President on De Lome’s departure.

Philadelphia Penn Mark Hanna Pennsylvania Scotch-Irish Society Hanna de Lome Senate

Cuban crisis talk shadows McKinley in press critique

London papers and U S correspondents debate De Lome letter and its impact on Cuban policy. Editorials from Morning Post and Telegraph criticize De Lome and Washington handling, noting potential for crisis but possible restraint if McKinley stays in control.

Cuban Junta Denounces De Lome Recall

Horatio Rubens counsel for the Cuban junta in New York denounces Spain for not recalling De Lome. He says the move is an affront to the United States and its president and urges De Lome be sent home in disgrace. The dispute leaves the American public dissatisfied and tensions persist.

New York Horatio Rubens de Lome Sagasta

Stolen Mail Report Cites De Lome Letter Details

Havana dispatch quotes La Lucha on the De Lome affair noting prior statements that Senor Douny de Lome is not Spain's choice for Washington. It claims reliable information that the letter attributed to de Lome was intercepted before delivery to Senor Canal ejas and promises further revelations.

Havana la Lucha de Lome Senor Douny de Lome Spain Washington Madrid

Murauga Candidature Abandoned for De Lome Successor

Madrid reports Senor Murauga withdraws from the bid to replace Senor De Lome as government seeks Washington approval before naming a successor. The government maintains a reserve position awaiting U S confirmation.

Madrid Senor Murauga Senor de Lome Washington

Sympathy for McKinley Editorial Echoes New York View

The Times editorial condemns De Lome and Cuban plots, praising President McKinley for restrained response. It cites the New York correspondent and The Standard, criticizing Spain's role and questioning the stolen letter’s timing. Observers anticipate sympathy for McKinley over De Lome.

London The Times New York George W. Smalley Senor de Lome America England McKinley Standard Washington the Standard Spain

Arrest of Nutting alias Whiting on assault charge in Cambridge

A man using the names Fred J Nutting and George S Whiting was arrested in Cambridge by Patrolmen Mullen and Berry on a warrant for felonious assault against Catherine E Nevins age 12. The incident occurred at 4 Hillside Place in the house of Mrs Mellisse Bowker on Monday. Nutting, married with two children, resides at 256 Green Street in Ambridgeport.

Fred J. Nutting George S. Whiting Cambridge Mullen and Berry Charlestown Catherine E. Nevins Mellisse Bowker Hillside Place Nutting Green Street Ambridgeport Chil

Yale Alumni Dinner Highlights Yale Spirit and 1898 Officers

Yale men gathered at the Exchange Club for the Yale Alumni Association of Boston annual dinner with strong blue imagery. Captain James O Rodgers of the class of 1898 recounted a humorous tale and Yale President Timothy Dwight received loud applause. Officers for 1898 were elected and speakers praised ongoing university progress and upcoming bi centennial milestone.

Yale Exchange Club Yale Alumni Association of Boston James O. Rodgers Cornell Timothy Dwight Yale College Fred O. Perry Asa P. French P. B. Stewart Walter I. Bigelow Samuel C. Bushnell Dwight Samuel L. Powers Newtowne Club Dartmouth H. M. Knowlton George L. Huntress Rodgers

Ben Franklin Assembly marks twelfth anniversary banquet

In Union Park Hall the Ben Franklin Assembly 5463 K of L celebrated 12th anniversary with 250 members and guests. Hon John Lee spoke. speakers included Thomas A. Mullen and Aldermen Dyar Conry. music by Musicians' Assembly 318. Event ended at 1 a.m. with Auld Lang Syne.

Union Park Hall Ben Franklin Assembly K. of L John Lee Thomas A. Mullen Quincy Dyar and Conry Timothy L. Connolly Streets Wells Shea and Atwood Whalen M. T. Leonard Assembly John Hurlevy Worthy M. J. Bishop Canning M. J. Murray Thomas McLaughlin Charles McConnell Maurice Rowe John Foley K. of

Braving Spotlight 300 Firemen Attend Fourth Annual Ball

Paul Revere Lodge No. 48 held its fourth annual ball at Roughan Hall last night. About 300 firemen engineers and railroad officials attended the grand march led by Floor Director Lewis H. Denton and Mrs. Denton. Aids reception and arrangements were named with D. A. Smith Master Mechanic and traveling guests from Boston & Maine and Fitchburg in attendance.

Paul Revere Lodge No. 48 Brotherhood of Scanmbeata Charlestown Roughan Hall Lewis H. Denton A. F. Garey Luther Davis J. A. Reynolds C. O. Varney R. D. Cunningham W. H. Hildreth James J. Talbot George S. Martin M. Henderson Arios M. Rowe John Talbot Fred McGregor Arthur N. Hale William F. Reid D. A. Smith Boston & Maine Harry Manchester A. I. Gifford F. I. Goodwin Fitchburg

Glendon Club Holds Tenth Annual Dinner in Everett

The Glendon Club of Everett celebrated its tenth annual dinner at the club house on Church street with about 200 attendees. Hon. George E. Smith, President of the Senate, Speaker Bates of the House, Secretary of State William M. Olin, and ex-Representative Frank P. Bennett attended as guests. Toastmaster G. M. Nash introduced the speakers. George E. Smith spoke first, followed by Speaker Bates. Bennett of Saugus addressed the crowd on Men and Circumstances.

Glendon Club Everett Church Street George E. Smith Senate Bates House of Representatives William M. Olin Frank P. Bennett Saugus Freese G. M. Nash George Ek. Smith F. P. Bennett

Archdiocesan Athletic Association Formed in Boston

The Boston Archdiocesan Athletic Association was formed with parishes including St. Joseph's West End St Augustine's South Boston St Francis De Sales Charlestown and the Mission Church Roxbury represented. George Keenan chaired the temporary group with Michael J Concannon as secretary. A three member arbitration panel was named by Father Walsh to draft bylaws and a possible outdoor championship for May 30 was discussed. Applications for membership will be heard at the next meeting Friday Feb 18 and Father Scully's Cadets may join.

Boston Archdiocesan Athletic Association Springfield Diocesan Union The Knights of the Sacred Heart Allen Street St. Joseph’s West End St. Augustine’s South Boston St. Francis de Sales Charlestown Mission Church of Roxbury George Keenan Michael J. Concannon Father Walsh St. Joseph’s Church Thomas J. Muldoon Mission Church Timothy F. Collina John F. M. Conroy John J. Hallahan St. Joseph's Father Scully

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