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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1895
Page
6
Crowley Texas Congressman-Elect Faces Murder Attempt Arrest
Miles Crowley, a Texas politician and former state senator, rose quickly after leaving his North End home twelve years ago. He was involved in a blackmailing case against the Pullman Palace Car Company, verdict “not proven” by the State Senate. Recently in Austin he was arrested on a charge of attempting to murder a dissolute woman, with no police record of the arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles’ Crowley
Texas
North End
Pullman Palace Car Company
State Senate
Austin
Tex
Crowley
Miles Crowley Scandal Nears Grand Jury Action
Senator Crowley faced accusations after a contentious spree following a jury verdict. An alleged gunfire incident with a well known Boston woman prompted his resignation and scrutiny by opponents seeking his seat in Congress. Crowley, a Texas Congress member elect, rose from a Boston longshoreman background amid old timer reminiscences of a volatile temper when drinking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fing
Crowley
Miles
Aistol
Senate
Miles Crowley
Texas
Congress
Commercial Street
Boston
Ellot School
Harvard Man's Appointment at College of Colorado
Louis A. Be Alhus of Harvard Class of 1894 now in graduate school has been elected chair of modern languages at the College of Colorado and will begin work there next fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis A. BE. Alhus
Harvard
College of Colorado
Watertown Republicans Nominate Town Officers Unopposed
The Watertown caucus at Town Hall nominated incumbents for town offices with no contest. Over 300 voters attended. A P A influence figured, but the ticket, led by Henry Morse and Charles Rollins, was adopted unanimously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watertown
James P. Niles
Senate
Second
F. B. Critchett
S. S. Geeenens
George H. Parker
E. Farwell
George Parker
D. W. Cobin
L.A. Shaw
J. H. S. Coon
A. L. Richards
A. E. Rand
W. H. Ingraham
New England Firemen to Form Union for Tournaments
About forty delegates from 23 active veteran hand fire engine organizations met at the Boston Veteran Firemen’s Association to form the New England Firemen’s Union. Rhode Island Maine New Hampshire and Massachusetts were represented with Ex-Chief Daniel B. Lord of Salem as chair and H. H. Estabrook as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Boston
New England Firemen’s Union
New England States
Veteran Firemen’s League
Senator Atherton Injured In Lynn Collision
State Senator Horace H. Atherton of Saugus lies in danger at his home after a collision yesterday morning with a milk wagon on Summer street Lynn. He was thrown unconscious, transported to 38 Summer street, and remained unconscious at noon with possible internal injuries. Witnesses say the milk team rode fast and the wagon driver vanished down a side street. Concussion of the brain possibly resulting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace H. Atherton
Saugus
Summer Street
Lynn
Charles W. Brown
Atherton
Schooner John H. Gannon Returns From 23 Days Out
Schooner John H. Gannon arrived at Newport R I after 23 days from Jacksonville Florida bound for New Haven The vessel endured severe weather with sails split and a smashed yawl boat losing one deckhand during a rescue attempt of schooner J H Moore The Gannon also saw another three master iced up in distress but could not assist due to its own damage
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
R. L
John H. Gannon
Jacksonville
Florida
New Haven
J. H. Moore
Gannon
Bishop Monague Dies in Sacramento Dying Bishop
Sacramento February 27 report says Bishop Monague of the Northern California and Nevada Catholic diocese died here today. His passing marks a significant loss for the church hierarchy in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sacramento
Cal
Monague
California and
Nevada
Mayor Plans Jenks for Ferry Superintendent Role
Mayor Curtis favors moving Dr. Jenks from the Board of Public Institutions chair to head the ferry department. He studies the ferry office and prefers an insider over fresh candidates from Noddle Island. Jenks would bring familiarity, and he’d likely accept the change. The bill amending the city charter may fail, and Curtis now doubts passage or amendment. He opposes single headed commissions, with talks ongoing with Representative Hibbard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis
Dr. Jenks
Noddle Island
Boston
Jenks
Matthews
Ferry Department
the Post
State House
Representative Hibbard
O Neil Named Assistant Treasurer at Boston
Washington dispatch reports Congressman O Neil of Boston chosen by the President for the Boston assistant treasurer post. The term of the prior appointee Kennard had lapsed. O Neil, to be confirmed shortly, has a $250000 bond and expects to begin duties once formalities are settled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
O’neil
Boston
Kennard
O'Neil
O'Neill
Oppose Drawless Span at Cambridge Trade Meeting
A Cambridgeport meeting of the Cambridge Citizens' Trade Association discussed a drawless bridge to Charlestown. Opponents included Colby Edward Baker Rideout Corcoran, while supporters cited Presho Gammons Mahady Buckley Close and Dr. Marcy. A resolution opposing the bridge was adopted by a majority present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge Citizens’ Trade Association
Cambridgeport
Charlestown
Colby
Edward Baker
Rideout
John H. Corcoran
Alderman Presho
George H. Gammons
Police raid on Harrison avenue gaming house arrests five
Late last evening Sergeant Clark and patrolmen from Lagrange street station raided an alleged Chinese gaming house at No. 34 Harrison avenue. Five Chinamen were arrested and officers seized a fan-tan layout a dice cup pointer eighty counters and twenty…
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark
Lagrange Street
Harrison Avenue
Fernald Murder Case Shocks East Lebanon
The Feb 27 Lebanon murder of Mrs. Sarah Fernald by her son who killed her and set a fire. He admitted the killing but gave no motive and showed signs of mental illness. The son, 38, was held at the county jail after being captured by Constable Rowe. Coroner Harn to hold inquest starting Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford
Sarah Fernald
East Lebanon
Fernald
Constable Rowe
Springvale
Lebanon
Harn
South Berwick
Verdi's Falstaff in Boito Version Opens Boston Opera
Tonight Boston stages Verdi Falstaff in Boito's libretto from Merry Wives of Windsor. Victor Maurel takes the title role with Emma Eames Zelio De Lussan and others in the cast. A chilly crowd and Campanari's Encored Toreador highlight the premiere. Lucille Hill debuts as Michaela.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Shakspere
Arrigo Boito
Page
Mr. Ford
Signor Campanari
Escamillo
Lucille Hill
Michaela
Pension Bill Reported in House You in Washington
The House agreed to the conference report on the general pension appropriation bill for 1896 including three disputed items. It repeals parts of the 1890 act barring non union residents from pensions, keeps local boards ratings confidential, and preserves a six dollar monthly minimum for new pensionable periods. The post office appropriation dispute over railway clerks’ residency on their routes was also settled by concurrence with the Senate amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Mexico
O'Neil
Massachusetts
O’neil
Grout
Rep
Postmaster-General
Loud
Senate Passes Sundry Civil Bill With International Canal and Bimetallism Amendments
The sundry civil appropriation bill was presented in the Senate on February 27. Amendments set up a three person board on Great Lakes to Atlantic Ocean canal discussions with Britain and Canada, a nine member commission on any international bimetallism conference, and a engineers board to study feasibility and cost of the Nicaragua Canal. The Wolcott bimetallism amendment was approved but may be reconsidered. a 3 pm vote was planned the next day before an executive session adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
United States
Berry
Arkansas
Gorman
Nicaragua
Stewart
Nevada
Wolcott
Dedham Cyclers Win Pool and Whist Tournament Night
Dedham Feb 27 The Dedham Cycle Club and Dedham Young Men's Catholic Union played the second series of games in their joint pool and whist tournament. Results show D C C players Frank E Delano and E T Martin both 50 points while Y M C U players J T Riley 39 and J D Gaffney 23. Whist scores favor Team No 2 for D C C and Y M C U. Malden and Hyde Park faced off with Malden winning whist 323 to 301 while Hyde Park claimed billiards 200 to 18 and pool 89 to 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dedham
Dedham Cycle Club
Dedham Young Men's Catholic Union
Frank E. Delano
E. T. Martin
J. T. Riley
J. D. Gaffney
Malden
Hyde Park
Stock on market in Fall River steamboat firm
A large block of stock, about 606 shares, in the Fall River & Providence Steamboat Company has been placed on the market. John S. Brayton, who controls a majority, is said to be willing to sell his shares at $130 each. The firm owns wharf property and two steamboats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fall River
Fall River & Providence Steamboat Company
John S. Brayton
Carmen Triumphs Over Illness In Place Of Manon
The Auditorium audience faced a disappointment when Sybil Sanderson fell ill and Manon was replaced by Carmen with Zeke de Lussan in the title role. The performance under Abbey Schoeffel Grau did not meet expectations, and de Lussan’s voice lacked the leadership qualities required for the present company. M. Mauguiere portrayed Don Jose as the reviewer notes, with the Bijou Opera House and Mechanics Hall shows under review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sybil Sanderson
Manon
Carmen
Zeke de Lussan
Miss Sanderson
Bizet
Messrs. Abbey, Schoeffel & Grau
Miss de Lussan
Boston
Ideal Opera Company
M. Mauguiere
Don Jose
Carmen and Falstaff At Local Opera House Readied For Debut
The review notes the hall's vastness and the aria performances in Carmen with good taste and warm applause. It compares last night to memories of Calve and Lucia, finds the chorus decent, and previews tonight's Falstaff with Victor Maurel in the title role and Emma Eames, De Lussan, and Scalchi in the cast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calve
Lucia
Victor Maurel
Emma Eames
de Lussan
Scalchi
Willetts Held Over Dastardly Assault in Bridgeport
In Bridgeport Conn on Feb 27 William Willetts a truckman is jailed after Julia Wingler a young resident was attacked on Church Street. She was found semi conscious with torn clothing and bruises. Police say pieces of stuffing material and similar fibers linked Willetts to the crime. Her condition is serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Conn
William Willetts
Julia Wingler
Bartram Black
Rock District
Church Street
The House That Sells Best Clothing Sells Fast Today
Advertisement proclaims a money back guarantee on purchases and promotes a mass sale beginning at 8 A M. with large quantities of suspenders pants suits coats and ulsters offered at deep discounts. The copy emphasizes crowding and bargains to attract shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sasbeeseee
American bond allotments boost small bidders and disappoint large applicants
The Pall Mall Gazette reports from London that US bond applications received letters today confirming larger allotments than expected. Small applicants gained about 25 percent more than anticipated, while large applicants saw 5 to 15 percent excess. Despite this, some large bidders who sold bonds in anticipation are disappointed and some rush to buy bonds to cover commitments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Pall Mall Gzette
Gazette
Oder
London loan subscriptions reach 690006 dollars
London officials report subscriptions to the loan total 690,006 dollars. The loan closed at a 63.8 percent premium, reflecting strong demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Harvard Varsity Crew Changes in Last Week
The Harvard Varsity crew altered lineups with Wednesday and Thursday absences affecting the boat order. Captain Bullard filled bow duties during Watson’s absence as Jennings moved to No 3 and Manning to No 5 on the second crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvard
Watriss
Fennessy
Lewis
Fox
Bullard
Mr. Watson
Jennings
Manning
No. 5
Hollister
Stevenson
Perkins
Catain
Dr Brigham malpractice case moves to final arguments
Dover New Hampshire February 27 All evidence is finished in the Dr Brigham criminal malpractice case. Attorney General Eastman for the State and John Kivel for the defendant will make the arguments tomorrow morning. Many witnesses, mostly medical experts, testified on both sides and the case drew much interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dover
N. H
Dr Brigham
Eastman
John Kivel
Potent Remedy Promises Cure for Ovarian and Uterine Ailments
An old advertisement claims a curative remedy will treat the worst forms of female complaints including ovarian troubles, uterine displacement, spinal weakness, and menopause changes with each use, asserting repeated success.
Second grand floral concert by Women’s Philharmonic Orchestra
The Women’s Philharmonic Orchestra held its second grand floral concert last evening at the People’s Temple on Columbus avenue. The church was decorated with flowers and evergreens. A large audience attended a splendid program featuring The Chorister Glee Club and readers Miss Clara W. Gregory Mrs. Elizabeth F. Willis Miss Ada M. Babcock and pianist Paula Meuller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Philharmonic Orchestra
People’s Temple
Columbus Avenue
Clara W. Gregory
Elizabeth F. Willis
Ada M. Babcock
Paula Meuller
Car Ruth of Dorchester Addresses Municipal League Work
In Knights of Honor Hall Rostindale last night ex Alderman Herbert S Car ruth of Dorchester spoke to a large audience mainly Citizens Association members about the goals and activities of the Municipal League.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Honor
Rostindale
Herbert S. Carruth
Dorchester
Citizens’ Association
Municipal League
Safe Journey West Direct via City Ticket Office
To ensure a safe and reliable trip west, purchase your tickets at the City Ticket Office of the Boston and Albany Railroad located at 366 Washington Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Boston & Albany Railroad
Washington Street
Dentist Charles E Halh at 74 Boylston Street
Dr Charles E Halh at the corner of Tremont Street operates a dental practice and fills teeth without pela, serving local patients from his Boston office located at 74 Boylston Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Halh
D. D
Boylston Street
Tremont
Pela
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Regent
E. C. Almy & CO
Washington, Cor
Essex St
B. L. Than
B. L
Watertown Caucus
Senator Atherton Inured
California
E. Boston
Glen Shirt & Collar CO
Joseph H. O’neil
Charlestown Bridge
DE Lussan IN “Carmen
Mechanics’ Building
M. Maurel
Zelio de Lussan
Jane de Vigne
Mme. Scalchi
Sig. Russitano
Sig. Campanari
Sig. Mariani
Sig
Vanni
Sig. Rinaldini
Mlle
Zelie DE Lussan
Pension Bill Reported
Great Lakes Canal
Dedham Cyclers
Rueter & Con., Brewers
Yankee’s
Summer St
BIG London
Atl
Brigham
Lydia E. Pinkhams
OUR Lady
Lydia E. Pinkha
Mr Pinkh Won
Aden P Ride
Gulf
St. Lawrey
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co
Mass
Pinkham
Philharmonic
Carruth
Roslindale
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