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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1897

Page

2

Greeks Endure Naval Pressure in Crete Skirmish Near Canea

In Canea on February 21, Greek forces under Colonel Vassos faced shelling as foreign fleets pressed not to see the Greeks advance toward Canea. A firefight on the hills east of the town involved Cretean Christians and Mussulmans with ships shelling positions while reports say British and other powers may land more forces.

Canea Vassos Aghia Navarihos Miaoulis Harris Greece Dryad Harrier Revenge Europe Peoneios Kaiserin Augusta Kismao

King George II Cheers in Athens Over Crete Aid Demand

In Athens a massive crowd gathered before the palace voicing strong support for war if Crete is annexed to Greece. King George II addressed the demonstrators from a palace balcony pledging to aid the Cretan Christians and reclaim the island, amid roaring applause.

Athens Crete Greece George

Italy Favors Greece as Rome backs Crete relief corps

In Rome on February 21 crowds urged aid for Greece. A popular meeting supported forming a volunteer corps to assist Greeks in freeing Crete from Turkish rule. Afterward, demonstrators gathered before the Greek legation cheering King George and Greek citizens.

Rome Greece Crete George

Harvard chapel hosts first Catholic monk sermon by Father Fidelis

Father Fidelis Kent Stone, a Catholic monk, preached in Appleton Chapel to a crowd of Catholics and Protestants, the first such sermon by a Catholic monk in Harvard's pulpit. He spoke on grace and reason, urging loyalty to truth, conscience, and patience, ending with a reference to the crown of life. The discussion also mentions anticipated U S cabinet appointments in Washington.

Harvard Fidelis Kent Stone Appleton Chapel John J. Keane Catholic University Father Fidelis

Unclear Senate Appointment Plans Emerge

Fragmentary text shows discussion of a Senate appointment by the Legislature and timing doubts. It notes ideas about not announcing intentions until a vacancy exists and mentions Mr Hanna in a context of sudden appointment.

Senate Ein Hanna

Heirs Seek Division of $10 Million Estate in Missouri Suit

Heirs of the late Ann Allen file a friendly suit in the Circuit Court seeking division of an estate valued at about $10,000,000. The heirs include Thomas Allen and George Allen of Boston and St. Louis, Louis and Annie Chauvenet, Mrs. Charles Atwater, and William Russell Allen and Anne Russell Allen of St. Louis. The defendants are William R. and Elizabeth Donaldson of St. Louis. The estate mainly comprises real estate in St. Louis, St. Louis County, and Jefferson County, Missouri.

ST. Louis Ann Allen Pittsfield Mass Circuit Court Thomas Allen Boston George Allen St. Louis, Louis Annie Chauvenet Charles Atwater William Russell Allen Anne. Russell Allen William R Elizabeth Donaldson Allen St. Louis County Jefferson County

Their Silver Wedding in Hyde Park

Dr. S. A. Tuttle and wife celebrated their silver wedding Saturday evening at their Sumner street home. Mr. Tuttle belongs to the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Boston. Many friends called at the Tuttle home today.

Hyde Park S. A. Tuttle Summer Street Tuttle Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Boston

Bushnell Declares Gubernatorial Candidacy at State Convention

Governor Bushnell said he would seek the Republican nomination for governor at the state convention this year and would not run for re election. He stressed his bid centers on winning the nomination rather than a direct election.

Columbus Ohio Bushnell

Hanna Silent on Senate Appointment Telegram

Mark Hanna said a telegram from Columbus announced Governor Bushnell would appoint him U S Senator to fill Sherman’s unexpired term. National chairman declined to discuss the matter and would say nothing until official notice from the Governor arrives.

Cleveland Mark Hanna Columbus Bushnell United States Sherman

Gowns for Mrs. McKinley and kin at inauguration

Canton reports the McKinley family and relatives will showcase costly gowns in Chicago made outfits for the inauguration. Mrs. McKinley plans a silver cloth gown with pearls and lace details, while Miss Mabel and other relatives wear silk and brocade ensembles with pearls, lilies of the valley, and Medici collars.

Canton Mabel Grandmother McKinley Grace McKinley California Mt. Holyoke College Medici S. L. Bowman Sarah Duncan Major McKinley Helen McKinley Mary Barber Smith College Garret A. Hobart Mark Hanna Mabel Hanna Ruth Hanna

Revere Voters Oppose Liquor Licenses at Meetings

In Centre Beachmont and Crescent Beach gatherings no license rallies were held last evening. Citizens of Revere, fearing annexation to Boston, seek to record a strong nationwide ant i license sentiment with an overwhelming majority this year.

Centre Beachmont Crescent Beach Revere Boston

Death of Newton Resident Charles C Harrington at 70

Charles C Harrington aged 70, longtime Newton resident, died yesterday at his Centre Street home after several weeks illness. He leaves a widow and three children two sons and a daughter.

Charles C. Harrington Newton Centre Street

Boston Rally Links Irish and American Liberty Causes

Speakers praise Boston as a cradle of liberty and demand protection for American citizens abroad. They condemn English espionage and Scotland Yard’s reach, defend Ivory and Irish-Americans, and urge reparations from England for abuses against liberty and justice.

William J. Lyman Irish National Alliance Scotland Yard Irish Alliance Ivory England Russell

Mr. Ivory Plans Morning Trip to Newton Lower Falls

Mr Ivory and his party leave the Parker House at 10 oclock for Newton Lower Falls to visit Mr Train cousin of George Francis Train. He will return to Boston in time for the evening train to Fall River where he intends to search for old friends. Return from Fall River to Boston is undecided.

Mr. Ivory Newton Lower Falls Parker House Ivory Mr. Train George Francis Train Boston Fall River

Galileo Rescues Diamant After Furious Towline Breaks In Gale

In a dramatic ordeal the Galileo battles a hurricane from the northeast to northwest as a 5 inch hawser parts twice and another tow rope is attached. Despite severe weather, ice spray, and gear damage, rescue is completed but the Diamant is lost in the blizzard.

N. N. EL

Spring Health Remedy Puritan Promoted

The article promotes Puritan as a spring remedy to counter spring ailments. It links winter congestion and lack of exercise to fatigue, digestive issues, and potential organ strain. It claims Puritan stimulates digestion, revitalizes the body, and improves complexion and vitality.

Bright

American Wringer Co Advertises in Boston

The American Wringer Company lists products including wringers and Bissell carpet sweepers with repair services provided free of charge. Customers are invited to write or call Tremont 764 for orders or inquiries.

American Wringer Company Broadway Cornhill Boston

Salvation Oil's Growing Fame for Cures Astonishes The Public

The article notes Salvation Oil gaining wide popularity as a cure all, with readers astonished by its reputed health benefits and widespread use.

Salvation Oil

Narrow escape for subway worker under car on Washington

John Duggan 35 employed on Section 10 of the subway narrowly escaped death when a car struck him on the head at Washington street while he laid tar waterproofing. A gash was dressed by Dr. Dunn at Hanover street station before he returned to work. he lives at 155 Leverett Street West End.

John Duggan Duggan Washington Street Dunn Hanover Street Leverett Street West End

Steinitz Death Linked to Moscow Institute

Paris dispatch reports world chess champion William Steinitz died at Dr Morossi's Institute in Moscow where he had been placed after a mental collapse. Born May 14, 1836 in Prague, he won the world title in 1886 and later edited the International Chess Magazine in the United States. He published The Modern Chess Instructor in 1889.

London Paris William Steinitz Morossi Moscow Steinitz Prague Bohemia United States International Chess Magazine

Sermon Urges Statesmanship Over Partisanship

At Grace M. E. Church Cambridgeport Rev George A Phinney preached on George Washington as a tribute to statesmanship criticizing recent Senate arbitration treaty actions as unstatesmanlike and reactionary. He warned of too many millionaires in politics and urged electing men developed at head and heart.

Grace M. E Cambridgeport George A. Phinney George Washington United States Senate

Pope Receives Congratulatory Guests on Nineteenth Anniversary

In Rome on February 21 the Pope welcomed a large gathering of distinguished visitors congratulating him on the nineteenth anniversary of his accession to the throne of St. Peter's.

Rome St. Peter’s

Rev. A. M. Beebe Dies at 77 in Hamilton

The Rev. Alex M. Beebe D D professor of homiletics at Colgate University died at his home in Hamilton New York last night. He was 77 years old.

Utica N. Y Alex M. Beebe D. D Colgate University Hamilton

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Ganee Admirals King George II Italy Marry ME Michael Wilson Bros Jook Tremont Row Eastman Street Dorchester George I’. A. Iudge, Jr Philadel Pha Tawrence Lower Huband Katherine ‘Mavennsi Ower St. John’s Church Worcester Flowers J. Newman & Sons Tremont ST Father Felis Arvard Christian Eral Interior Department James A. Gary Baltimore Long Massachusetts Navy Department Joseph McKenna McCook Mark A. Hanna Joh Meriden Conn Cedar Street Owen Ahern Archibald Andrew W. Archibald Congregational Church Vorter Congregational Church Brockton Mabel M’kinley Grace M’kinley Mrs. McKinley Temperance Poland Cuba Spain America Washington Edward J. Ivory Mr. McIntyre Patrick A. Collins Collins Father Murphy John Collins Mr. McIintyre John H. M'Intyre Frances Harrison John F. McIntyre Lyman McIntyre Jones Dublin New York Constabulary Bunker Hill Valley Forge Ireland France Diamant Forth Washington and Arbitration Pope Rev A. M. Beebe Miles Dame
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