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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1899
Page
2
London February 26 A religious feud looms as Low Church adherents accuse High Church followers of reviving Roman rites. Debates over ritualism and confessions, masses, relics threaten to eclipse foreign policy and internal affairs in England.
A petition to the convocation of Canterbury urges immediate steps to purge the church of ritualist practices seen as Roman in origin. It cites widespread clamor and indignation and mentions a large Albert Hall meeting to uphold Protestantism and demand suppression of the Mass.
The advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as superior to wealth for health, citing testimonials from Mrs. David Laird of Ottawa Kansas, Mrs. M. A. Waters of Washington D C, and Mrs. A Van Wyck of Paterson New Jersey. They claim cures for scrofula with erysipelas, nausea, neuralgia, and eczema alongside weight gains and improved vitality. The piece frames riches as insufficient without health and touts the product as a reliable assistant in achieving it.
An early 20th century ad touts Hood's Pills as a cure for liver ills and as non irritating. It recommends Hood's Sarsaparilla as a tonic to take with Hood's Pills, claiming it strengthens and supports general vitality.
In London the confessional was held in a vast hall presided by Lord Winnaird. He opened by saying similar gatherings had occurred across the country to expose a long running secret conspiracy to rob the Protestant church and replace it with the Church of Rome. The assembly adopted resolutions expressing alarm.
A large demonstrative push seeks to enforce law led worship by clergy of the established church and curb Romish influences. Telegrams to the Queen urge ministers in Parliament to restrain abuses, with thousands seeking admission and broad support from Protestant bodies, Orange lodges, and international sympathizers.
A circulated report claims Secretary of War Alger believes Cabinet members are hostile to him. Some say the Cabinet would welcome his departure for President's sake. The President reportedly formed a disagreeable impression in Boston of Alger's conduct. Congressmen question the West Indies tour and its funding, urging focus on army reform under the pending bill.
Paris reports that Prince Antonin Radziwill's alleged interview in the Liberte is viewed with serious doubt over its authenticity due to its extreme hostility toward America. The piece notes many believe the quoted remarks may be misattributed or fabricated.
Paris dispatch cites Prince Radziwill quoted by Liberte saying continental powers should unite against the United States. He warns US pretensions and wealth threaten Europe and questions any understanding with England, urging an economic defense alliance among continental powers.
Marlboro hosts a large mass meeting with John Weiner of Cigarmakers Union 97 Boston P B Baldwin of Boston Pattern Makers Union and Frank K Foster of Boston. Baldwin criticized Mayor Honkett and two local clergymen during remarks.
Contested Nantasket Beach hearings loom as lawmakers weigh park reservation and the future of local gambling and leisure spots. Hull residents protest State effort to place police control under a Governor-appointed board, urging the Selectmen to oppose the bill. The town hall meeting, moderated by Alfred Galiano and clerked by Walter H. Sturgis, backed a strong vote against the measure.
Solemnized last evening at Union Park Hall the ceremony was performed by Rabbi M Rabinovitz. Miss Katie Hisenberg sister of the bride served as maid of honor and Mr. Harry Misenberg acted as best man. A large number of invited guests attended the ceremony which was followed by a supper.
Lieutenant Timothy Jenright of Station 6 South Boston died at Carney Hospital at 1 50 pm after a lingering illness, complicating consumption with appendicitis. Born in Ireland February 4 184, he served since 1875 with multiple stations, resided at 693 East Sixth Street and left a widow a son and two daughters. Funeral arrangements to be announced by the Board of Police.
A series of fires in Cliftondale caused $30,000 damage to a frame building at 76 Cross Street owned by Jacob Abraham and $30,000 elsewhere. One blaze at 327 North Street damaged by overheating oven, another at 9802 Washington Street in a liquor store with unknown cause. Total losses estimated under $100.
Rebecca Eisenberg daughter of Mr and Mrs J Eisenberg wed Israel Pearlmutter in a quiet ceremony. The event united two families amid neighbors and relatives with attendance by close friends and local attendants.
An old promotional piece cites Thomas Moore praising specialists for chronic illnesses. It touts Dr. Greene of 34 Temple Place Boston offering free consultation and herbal remedies, claiming vast success and worldwide use. The ad urges readers to consult or write without charge and promises confidential guidance.
Despatches note Commander Cornwell received the surrender of Cebu and praise his leadership on the Wabash as executive officer. A renowned Navy officer, he served as censor at Key West during the war while his wife and daughter aided wounded personnel. He later instructed mathematics at Annapolis and has sons in medical school and in Australia.
The harbor towboat Fannie Lenox, owned by Betts Bros., caught fire about 10 am at Mayo's wharf East Boston. The Manning revenue cutter and Peter W French tug helped extinguish as boilers may be damaged. Damage about $1560 insured. Lenox had just towed the fishing schooner Mortis H Perry from Gloucester for the wrecking firm.
The twenty four hour bicycle event in San Francisco ended with Stevens of Buffalo finishing about five wheel lengths ahead of Turville. The final standings at 10:28 p m showed Stevens 450.6 miles, Turville 459.6, Lawrence 495.5, Pierce 455.0.
Manila February 27 Admiral Dewey refused to discuss his reasons for asking Washington to dispatch a fleet to Manila. The city and lines along the front were quiet last night with only sporadic firing by rebels near Caloocan and San Pedro Macati.
An English firm printed warnings on envelopes about circulars dipped in dynamite solution to deter waste basket disposal. The notice urged careful handling and drying before burning, and claimed firms lie in their circulars while this one is truthful.
Sir Tatton Sykes of England will spend much of the coming spring and summer in California and the rest of the season in Mexico. He left England recently to avoid being seen about London shortly after his separation from Lady Sykes.
The Fifth Massachusetts Volunteers mourn Privates John Denning and James Pendergast of Company C. Denning and Pendergast were escorted to the railway station after a short service led by Chaplain House. An epidemic of illness has gripped the regiment with many confined to division hospital beds.
Flags on Newton public buildings fly at half mast for Privates John B Denning and James B Pendergast of Company C Fifth Massachusetts Volunteers who died Friday in Greenville DC. Both Newton natives enlisted last June and served through Camp Dewey Framingham Camp Meade and South Carolina. Denning 22 resided Newtonville with siblings. Pendergast 18 lived with his aunt Nonantum. Bodies expected Tuesday. funeral plans not finalized, services likely Wednesday morning.
In Havana at the Tacon Theatre a banquet drew Governor-General Brooke General Lee and other military leaders applauded for independence hopes. Speakers praised Cuba and the U S military role while vowing a stable transfer of power to Cubans once ready.
Berlin correspondent for the Daily Telegraph says Germany has no intention to interfere in the Philippines and no power has ordered the Oregon to Manila for that purpose. The denial notes no other nation has such order either.
Government officials in Washington dismissed a Madrid despatch claim that foreign warships were disembarking troops at Manila. Secretary Alger said he had no such news and Secretary Long said he had not heard from Dewey all day.
A new Gaelic Society formed in Montreal to study Gaelic language literature and music. Led by John Lavelle, with lawmakers and professionals among its early members. Promotes Gaelic as key to European history, philology, and ancient place names, signaling a broader Gaelic revival in Canada and among Scotland’s Gaels.
In Springfield on February 2 a daring highway robbery occurred on the road toward Chicopee Falls. Rutherford B. Hayes, a carpenter, was knocked unconscious by an unknown assailant who stole a pocket book with $3 and two bundles of underwear. Patrolman Melaney fired four shots during the pursuit, Rooney was arrested as a suspected accomplice, and Melsey suffered injuries climbing barbed wire during the chase.
A Philadelphia Press retells how John Lofting forged a fortune by introducing the thimble to England less than two centuries ago. Early thimbles were iron or brass, crude today yet valuable then, later evolving into gold, silver, ivory, and jewel encrusted variants made to order for wealthy needleworkers.
Suffolk Superior Court lists first through fourth jury sessions with dozens of case numbers and parties including Dixon vs New England R R, Johnston vs B and M, Dana vs Boston Gas Light Co, and McCauhey vs Harrington among many others. A separate notice from Roxbury reports Margaret Whalen and family services at Mission Church on March 1.
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