27 Feb 1893
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1893
Page
1
The advertisement claims items are produced in the store's own workshops by skilled labor and priced as exceptional bargains for the money. It invites readers to visit the store and verify the quality themselves.
Provincetown February 26. A wild northeast storm stranded seventy five vessels between Minots and Nausett Lights. Lifesavers Captain Sam Fisher and Captain Ike Fisher launched boats to reach the W Parnell O Hara and the English schooner Cricket. They towed crews ashore to safety at Race Point and Peaked Hill Bars station amid thunder snow and hurricane seas.
A fragmented note discusses intrinsic individual peculiarities and talents that cannot be bought or sold but can be valued. It suggests valuing these traits as personal property via insurance, referencing a state act and various legal terms. The text reads like a legal or philosophical aside on the nature of human capital.
A schooner named the Cricket ran ashore after a storm off Highland Light while sailing from Vineyard Haven to Provincetown. Captain Fisher and crew towed the stranded vessel to safety as wreckers salvaged sails and rigging. The ship, 125 tons, owned by C. K. Jewett of St John New Brunswick, was ten years old with no insurance. cargo bound for Mc Farland St John. Several vessels and tows were shown at the harbor as crews battled conditions.
A critical look at Whitney's rapid transit proposals from 1886 to 1890. The article traces his repeated, divergent plans for tunnels, elevated or cable lines, and electric streetcars, arguing the schemes shifted with little faith and that actual progress remained elusive. It cites legislative appearances, map disclosures, and public statements showing a pattern of promises without decisive action.
A Gay flead report states the vessel ashore near Sow and Pig's Ledge is a brig rather than a schooner. She appears bilged with decks awash. The crew was rescued by the Elsie yesterday while other vessels report violent gales and cold weather.
Xavier Columbus, a 60 year old Italian brick maker from Quebec employed by Parry Bros., was run over and killed on the Fitchburg railroad tracks near West Cambridge yesterday afternoon. Remains sent to Lloyd's undertaking rooms.
Gibson's Whiskey boasts natural flavor and absolute purity suitable for family and medical use. Available from druggists, grocers, and reputable liquor dealers.
Residents blame city officials for blocking Somerville avenue with snow on rails. A Bugz reporter notes rail coverage is minimal and does not justify clearing the tracks. People say the superintendent of streets overreached, causing unnecessary car disruption for residents using the West End line.
Harvard officials announced that the Crimson will not meet Princeton this year after a conference between Harvard Captain Frothingham and Manager Hill and Princeton Captain Phil King and Manager Ferguson. Princeton’s stance centered on undergraduates rules, though no professional schools are linked with Princeton. The meeting adjourned sine die and the teams will not face each other this season.
David Ambharian, an Armenian man, was set upon by a gang on Market Street near the railroad tracks. Police arrival prevented worse harm. He was hospitalized with severe bruises and several teeth knocked out. The assault may have been mistaken identity linked to a prior attack on Andrew Cheever, with possible gang connections.
In Curia co Feb 26 a blaze at ten South Water Street produce commission houses caused an estimated 90000 in losses. Knecht Warner Co and Hexter Co each lost 10000, Neuberger Co 7000, Church Braunling 8000, with 55,000 shared among six others and the building owners. Two five story structures were destroyed, origin attributed to spontaneous combustion.
New York February 26 Pilot boat Jesse Carll towed into port with mutinous crew aboard. After sailing February 17 and returning to Sandy Hook February 23 she began station duty for two days. Relieved this morning the crew refused to sail again without returning to port and four crew members were arrested.
Washington February 26 8 p m forecast for Monday calls for warmer fair weather in New England with likely snow by Tuesday morning. Eastern New York should see slightly warmer conditions and fair skies by day with rain or snow possible Monday night or Tuesday as winds shift to easterly.
Nathan A. Pelonski of Bedford Street Boston told Station 2 police that he paid $101 to his teamster McIntosh to pass to others and entrusted him with goods valued at $500. The teamster and the team vanished with the money and the goods, and authorities seek McIntosh and the missing team.
A careful housekeeper keeps Dr Bull s Cough Syrup on hand. The note highlights the product as a reliable household remedy for coughs and colds, reflecting early 20th century advertising tone.
Brookline Gas Company faces political pressure as Mayor Matthews and the Brookline Post push for cheaper lighting. The Addicks combine seeks to sway Aldermen away from Brookline while the gas commissioners must soon fix a fair price. Treasurer Amory insists Brookline can sell gas to private consumers for $1 per thousand, with chartered room to raise capital if city contracts are denied.
A plan to supply the entire city with gas at one dollar per thousand is outlined. The company notes ready pipes and growing capacity, with legislative approval to extend mains into Roxbury and beyond. They expect rapid pipe laying, water gas if contracted, and a 70 cent city lighting bid, praising Mayor Matthews and the Post for public support.
Mrs William Lamont Wheeler noted authoress lies in critical condition after being struck by a runaway horse Saturday in Park Square. An operation was performed yesterday by Dr Warren with Dr Dwight assisting. recovery remains uncertain. She is from the Lawrence family of New York and many local friends are affected. immediate relatives in New York and Europe have been notified.
The Hon. Thomas N. Hart announces his gubernatorial bid and repeats his plan to resign as postmaster on March 4. He says the Republican nominee should be the candidate who can win most votes and will lead if the convention agrees. Modest Mr. Hart.
The Rev Walter A Dunnett will conduct the noon meeting at Bromfield Street Church every day this week. Mrs Walter C Bailey will sing at the services indicating a daily religious outreach by a Canadian singing evangelist with a soprano or accomplice.
A short classified line touts Salvation Oil at twenty five cents a bottle claiming superior quality over pricier liniments.
February 26 report on the brig Aquatic wreck off Cuttyhunk Sow and Pigs reef. Details describe rescue efforts by a volunteer crew led by Captain Timothy Akin, Sr., including observation of signals, torches, and a breeches buoy rescue. Drowned: Captain Timothy Aiken Jr and Isaiah H. Tite. ongoing notes refer to continued account on page 3.
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