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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1901

Page

8

Boston Broker Dickinson Arrested in Peabody Bank Embezzlement Case

Boston investment broker John W. Dickinson was arrested on charges of siding and misappropriation in the embezzlement of funds from the South Danvers Bank of Peabody. He faced $25,000 bonds, with further arrests expected as investigators trace Dickinson’s dealings with Foster and other directors.

John W. Dickinson T S. Mak Street Sunday Post Dickinson Foster Thickinson Casey Muckingon Peabody Frampton District Attorney's Office Boston Jones Federal Building Causey Hampton Chicago Change State Street Milk Street The Post Newtonville Europe South Danvers National Bank

Pew’s Friends Rally for Eighth Regiment Leader

Colonel William A. Pew of the Eighth Regiment seeks brigade commander of the Second Brigade as Essex politicians push his campaign. The Ninth Regiment’s votes for Colonel Guild complicate Pew’s bid, with an election ordered for Saturday at 4 p.m. in Boston. Briga dier-General James L. Carter will preside, amid militia faction tensions and push for peace talks.

William A. Pew Essex County Ninth Regment Guild Framingham Camp Ground State House Boston James L. Carter Massachusetts Militia Fifth Regiment Ninth Pew Whitney Charles K. Derting Buller Ames A. P. Cardner

Local Bank Official Arrested in Misappropriation Case

Dickinson is arraigned before Commissioner Hale after a warrant is served by Deputies Waters and Ruble. He pleads not guilty to charges of aiding misappropriation of funds from the South Danvers Bank, with amounts cited at 1000 and 16000 dollars. The bank's officers and promises to repay are described as flawed as the bank collapses into losses.

Casey South Danvers Bank Dickinson Wester Dickison Charles Street Lickinson Custier Foster Harpton Gilteedge Voster Hampton Sistoon Nis Baker

Fifth Annual Ball for Clerks Association in Boston

The Tail Retail Grocery and Provision Clerks Association of Boston held its fifth annual ball last night at Odd Fellows Mall. President Angus McGrath led the march with Miss Mamie Riley, followed by Thomas J. Mara and Miss Jennie McKay, with about fifty couples dancing. Guests included Richard Garrity and Shaughnessy of the Central Labor Union, James Clancy of Milford Clerks Association, Patrick Metwurthy of the Engineers union and Joseph Quinn of the Clerks State League.

Fore River Charter Records Incorporated in Newark

Fore River Ship and Engine Company filed Papers of Incorporation in Newark New Jersey. The firm is capitalized at 4 million dollars, divided into 49 000 shares with a par value of 109 dollars each. Five thousand nine dollars have been paid in to start business.

New York Fore River Ship and Engine Company Newark N. J

New England Shoe Jobbers Meet at Youngs Hotel

The New England Shoe Jobbers Association held a monthly meeting at Young's Hotel last evening with about thirty five members in attendance. Guests included George DPD Witt John W Cradtock Jay AUBin Vai J K Orr of Atlanta Ga Daniel P Morse and Irving W Fisher of New York City and H T Fisher of Albany.

New England Shoe Jobbers' Association Young's Hotel Ihe George Dpd Witt John W. Cradtock Jay Aubin Vai J. K. Orr Atlanta, Ga Daniel P. Morse Irving W. Fisher New York City H. T. Fisher Albany

Hearing on Carrado Case Friday

Defendants in a manslaughter and assault case appeared before the Municipal Court for assignment of counsel. Lawyers Mason, Proctor, John TH, Casey, Peter Maher and FF. M. Zatli were noted, with Friday set for further hearings.

Irelio Crurmido Lfe Wera Mason, Proctor John TH Casey Peter Maher FF. M. Zattoli

Owen A Galvin Court Holds Jurblic Meeting

Owen A. Galvin Court No. 173 of Charlestown held a jurblic meeting in Jackson Hall Charlestown last evening Addresses were made by High Vice-chief Ranger Daniel A Cronin of Moston tour Junior Conductor T J Sheardon of Lynn Deputy Chief Ranger John J O Hare Chief Ranger James J Carr and others

Owen A. Galvin Charlestown Jackson Hall Daniel A. Cronin Moston Tigh T. J. Sheardon Lynn John J. O'Hare James J. Carr

Clover Club Ladies Night Echoes Wit and Merriment

The Clover Club entertained two hundred fifty guests at the Exchange Club with a raucous Waste Basket and editor James Aylward holding nothing back. President MelLaughlin kept the program sharp as Dr. William McDonald read verses to the women, drawing applause and high spirits from all.

Clover Club Society of Lostonians Boston Exchange Club James Aylward Clu Cloverites Otis McLaughlin William Mcdonald McDonald Wipling MelLaughlin West Point Lr. McDonald

Banquet Features Sketch as Guests Fill Room

The evening showcased a Gilbert and Sullivan style sketch Alexanderis Feast performed by Clover’s Glee Club with praised costumes. Hon John Murphy attended amid lingering tension from a mayoral race, while most of the 100 members joined the gathering with numerous notable couples and local officials present.

Alexanderis Glee Ciub John Murphy William McDonald Peter J.orbett PP. Leahy William Ti. Grainger Y. J. Grady FF. Coleman John T. Dever Atr Wells Joseph McLaughlin James W. Aylward Sullivan M. 9. Creed Thomas O' Daley

Dewet Seeks Bund Decree Against Invasion Plan

Piet Dewet, arriving in Cape Town, seeks Afrikander Bund to declare no Cape Dutch aid for invaders and to send a deputation to President Kruger and General Dewet urging surrender. He believes Louis Botha would surrender if Steyn and Dewet do so, with few conditions.

Cape Town Piet Dewet Theron Afrikander Bund Dewet Boer Peace Committee 5 N Louis Botha Steyn

Boer losses at Ermelo attack reported

Durban dispatch says General French attacked Ermelo last week and reports forty Boers killed and twenty taken prisoner.

Ermelo Durban Natal French Errmelo

Wah Kee in Custody Sparking Chinatown Headlines

Sam Wah Kee once the wealthiest Chinese Bostonian faces arrest in Portland and departs for China. His wife Mrs Wah Kee, living at 8S Oxford Court, says she does not know his whereabouts and has taken charge of his property and stores across the country.

Sam Wah Kee Boston Chinatown Portland Wah Kee Oxford Court Verday China

Cycle Club Ball Prominent Boston Men Attend

The Massachusetts Bicycle Club held its ninth annual ball at Pierce Hall Copley square with many Boston cycling club men in attendance. Juan Peck led the grand march with Miss Fay Moore, as Edward W. Mechlenen and others received guests and A. D. Peck directed the floor with assistants.

Massachusetts Bicycle Club Pierce Hall Copley Square Boston Juan'’ Peck Atlantic Pacific Fay Moore Edward W. Mechlenen A. J. Denett A. L J. F. Reidel

Dry goods firm burned out Southis Framingham

A. M. Lang & Son, dry goods and furniture dealers, suffered near total loss from fire and water. Estimated damage around 3000 dollars, with insurance covering the loss. Local report notes the blaze occurred tonight and disrupted the store operations.

Soutist Framingham A. M. Lang & Son

Kingston Block Gutted By Fire

Fire swept a brick and stone Kingston block on Kingston and Edinboro streets causing enormous damage. Firefighters battled ice slick streets as water and debris flooded the blocks, while spectators scavenged valuables from the wreckage. The blaze, fanned by high winds, raged to the sixth floor with owners including the Boston Real Estate Trust Company named as owner. The all out signal sounded at 1 55.

Edinboro Street Kingston Street Fissex Street Creed Kellogg Company Russell Clark Savoy Hotel Kingston Mary Ross Brown, Durrell Company Essex Street Boston Dry Goods Company Kingston Block Boston Real Estate Trust Company William Minot

Occupants of the Building by Floor and Tenants

The first floor housed William H. Blood & Co. with shawls and clothing. The second floor held Creed, Kellogg & Co. with jewelry and fancy goods. Third floor featured Richardson Silk Co. and R. J. Ford & Co. with under wear. Fourth floor included W. W. Mayhew with shirts and overalls. Fifth floor listed IF. A. Horse with paper boxes. Sixth floor had Ora 1. Shaw with underwear. Other tenants included Little Beauty Corset Co., M. H. Pulaski embroidery, Williams & Savage, Kingston Button Co., A. L. Levis, T. Gerry knit goods, and A. Hawley & Co. paper.

William H. Blood & Co E. O. Bullock A. J. Pierce Creed, Kellogg & Co Richardson Silk Company R. J. Ford & Co Boston Tower Supply Company W. W. Mayhew IF. A. Horse Ora

Fire Damages Knapp Street Building. Bartlett Press Hit

A six story brick building at 9 11 Knapp Street suffered heavy water damage from a fire started by overloaded fourth floor wiring. Bartlett Press stock and a large amount of printed matte were damaged. brewing company machinery may be beyond repair. Total loss around 800 dollars.

Knapp Street W. P. Weeks Bartlett Press Howe J L. C. Dale Springfield Brewing Company

Fire Destroys Crescent Avenue Home in Beschmont

A fire last evening gutted the two and a half story residence on Crescent Avenue owned by Joseph J. Walbourn and occupied by his son William. The family were away when discovered. the blaze, likely from an overheated kitchen stove, caused about $2500 in losses and was insured.

Crescent Avenue Joseph J. Walbourn William Walbourn

Fire wipes out major Kimberly mill in Appleton loss over 1 million

Feb 15 report from Appleton Wisconsin details a blaze at the Kimberly Mills of the Kimberly and Clark Paper Company four miles from town. The print mill burned completely destroying three machines and the finishing room and causing about 500000 dollars in damage.

Appleton, Wis Kimberly Mills Kimberly & Clark Paper Company

Electrical Minstrels Draw a Big House

An enthusiastic Dudley Street audience filled the Opera House last night for the Holtzer Cabot Electric Company Employees Mutual Benefit Assn minstrels. Interlocutor Joseph O Neal led a strong program with soloists and a 40 member chorus earning hearty applause. musical director John H Cusick and performers Catherine ONeal and young artists received long cheers for solos and dances. The show was praised as a great success.

Dudley Street Opera House Mechanic Minstrels Holtzer-Cabot Electric Company Employees’ Mutual Benefit Association Joseph O. Neal H. Fogerty C. M. Mall Joe Jenkins John H. Cusick Iared Sheehan James Haley Catherine O'Neal

The Post's Greeting to Saint Valentine Poem

A poem written as a Valentine pledge from Lincoln to Saint Valentine. It calls for strength and mercy for workers and the oppressed, asking for relief from burdens and the spread of equal opportunity, praising the poor as the noble valentine.

Post Saint Valentine Valentine

Baker Attacks Police Board Over Hearings Snub

Boston committee on metropolitan affairs denounces the Police Board for refusing to attend a hearing on reform. Lawyer William H. Baker accuses the board of liquor license abuses, calls for an investigation, and requests witness testimony under summons as the panel weighs legislative action.

Metropolitan Affairs Boston Police Board Worl Willam H. Baker Parry Schofield Malden William H W. Baker Boston Police Board of Board of Poliss Kangs & Wells Robert F. Clark Board of Police Bangs & Wells Police Board

Judge Fallon Critiques South Boston Liquor Enforcement

Judge Fallon denounces the Police Board actions on liquor licenses in South Boston and calls for stronger enforcement. He criticizes unlicensed and underregulated venues, defends Mrs. Nation as a reformer, and argues sheriffs should remove temptation to protect the poor and curb crime.

South Bosto ’ Pal Court Nation Boston Fallon Tam No Asiel Police Board South Sv Iors Lesen

Debut of Miss Simplicity at Tremont Theatre

A charming young lady, Miss Simplicity, makes her debut next Monday night at Tremont Theatre in R. A. Barnet’s new musical comedy. Bank Officers’ Association predicts a big, stylish turnout as rehearsals play into the show with comic chorus antics and vivid costumes.

Tremont Theatre R. A. Barnet Booston Bank Officers’ Association

Moorfield Storey Attacks Buying of Votes in Congress

Moorfield Storey, aspiring anti-imperialist candidate, denounces buying seats in national and state legislatures. He cites trusts with commercial interests and says representatives are paid to consider measures, warning of a decaying public conscience that even clergy are not exempt.

Moorfield Storey Congress Iis Twentieth Century Club Ashburton Place Storey Senate Poiat Lyman Abbott

Fragmented activist dialogue on race and morality in Christian rhetoric

A fragmented quotation questions whether a Christian speaker should justify racism by economic or practical concerns. The text contrasts humane gospel values with harsh territorial claims, asking if such remarks reflect Christian teaching or serve expediency.

Drysaters Club Dinner at Parker House Toasted by John Shaw

About thirty members of the Drysaters Club of New England gathered at the Parker House last night with John Shaw serving as toastmaster. ir. She welizer, secretary of the American branch of the Society of Chemical Industry, delivered an address on coal tar products.

Drysaters’ Club New England Parker House John Shaw Ir. Shewelizer The Society of Chemical Industry

Wisdom of Hypatia staged by Universal Brotherhood lodges

The Wisdom of Hypatia was presented at Universal Brotherhood Hall with students from the Universal Brotherhood lodges of Bosty and vicinity showcasing music and costumes. Proceeds will aid humanitarian works.

Hypatia Universal Brotherhood Hall Universal Brotherhood Bosty

Massachusetts Street Railway Association Meeting Report

The Massachusetts Street Railway Association met at Young's Hut last night with about thirty attendees. The chair presided and discussion covered ongoing issues facing the system. A committee report was presented and next steps were outlined for member review.

Massachustts Street Railway Association Young’s Hut Ta Ik Hum

Irish charitable gathering marks 4th anniversary at Parker House

The Irish charitable Association holds its fourth anniversary celebration at the Parker House on March 18. Members and guests attend a formal event to commemorate four years of service and fundraising for local causes.

Irish Iaritable Association Wath Aniversary

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