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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1898

Page

6

New England cotton mills cut wages affecting over half a million

Labor leaders and mill men in New England report January wage cuts will impact more than 500000 people directly or indirectly. Fall River Lowell and other cities post notices of reductions 10 to 19 percent. Providence agents say reductions may extend to 100000 spindles and 30000 to 35000 operatives across multiple mills in Rhode Island Connecticut and Massachusetts.

New England New Bedford Rhode Island Fall River Lowell Manchester Salem Sun Ovidence, R. L Lonsdale Company Mancial W. Danielson Quinnebaug Lockwood Manufacturing Connecticut Massachusetts Providence Art Knight Messrs Goddard Commonwealth Social Manufacturing Company Oonsocket Manville Company Manville Goddard Mills Lonsdale Comny Ashton and Lonsdale R. I Ley Company Berkeley Kstone Company Blackstone Mass Pe Company B. & R. Knight Company

New Bedford Mills Admit 10 Percent Wage Cut Plan

New Bedford mill treasurers announced a 10 percent pay reduction effective January 17, 1898 across major cloth mills including Wamsutta and Acushnet, affecting about 900 workers directly and roughly 30,000 residents indirectly. Yarn mills remain untouched, with 268000 spindles and 4080 hands in those facilities.

New Bedford Wamsutta Potomska Acushnet Grinnell Hathaway Bristol Dartmouth Piercy Whitman Beacon Bennett Columbia City

Moody Boynton lectures on transit plan for Boston streets

At Faneuil Hall Hon Moody Boynton argued for rapid bicycle train transit over streetcars. He claimed cheaper detailed routes through Dorchester to South Union Station, urged removal of poles and wires, and warned legislators to grant a city funded rail system. He offered $1000 to objectors and drew an all aye vote from attendees.

Faneuil Hall Moody Boynton Poper Boston Stow Dorchester South Union Station Chicago San Francisco

Drummer Clark Seeks Diamond Stud After Barroom Fight

Alexander Brown, a New England railroad man, assaulted Frank B. Clark, a jolly drummer, during a New Year’s outing. Clark later paid Brown’s fine after Brown admitted the assault and denied the robbery, and Clark vows to recover his missing diamond stud.

Alexander Brown New England Frank B. Clark Clark Brown Hayward Place

Entangled Thief Foils Broad Street Robbery Attempt

In crowded Broadway cars on December 31 a pickpocket grabbed Philip Gross's watch and chain. The thief brandished a revolver, which failed to discharge, as police and conductor aided by two officers beat him. he was identified as George Donaldson, a printer, after being taken to the station.

New York Broadway Philip Gross George Donaldson

New Year Welcomed With Prayers and Merrymaking in Boston

The new year was greeted with prayer and mirth in Boston. Hymns and cake walks filled Music and Wells Memorial halls while dances erupted across the city. Horns and noisy instruments disturbed the early morning hours as watch services marked the occasion.

Boston Music and Wells Memorial Halls

New Year Watchnight Services Across Boston Churches

Thousands gathered as midnight bells rang in 1898 with hymn singing and prayers. Churches from Tremont Temple to Park Street held programs led by notable pastors, featuring sermons, vow exchanges, and candlelit vigils, while others observed Bible classes and social hours before or after midnight.

Boston S water supply shifts to state control

At midnight on New Year’s, Boston’s water system including Mystic Sudbury and Cochituate networks transfers from city to state oversight. The state values the taken property at 15.1 million dollars, with Fisher Hill and Brookline reservoirs staying under city control while distribution begins to Somerville Everett and Chelsea. The Nasher water details end abruptly in the record.

Boston Boston Water Systems Mystic Cedar Swamp Chestnut Hill Reservoir Mystic Station Cochituate Somerville Everett Chelsea Fisher Hill Brookline

The Business Boom Under Tariff Era

The Boston custom house reported nearly 73000 in duties by yesterday, more than triple any single day under prior tariff law. December receipts will exceed the prior month by about 150000, signaling booming imports and hopeful revenue recovery across New England ports. The day marked the peak for customs under the new tariff regime, surpassing even the last surge of the previous period.

Uncle Sam Boston New England Custom House

New Year Greetings From Boston Postoffice Officials

Postmaster Thomas sent New Year greetings to the Boston postal district thanking clerks carriers and all employees for prompt cheerful service during the Christmas rush. Inspector George S Evans and his force received illuminated cards. Twenty five substitute carriers will join the regular force with most assigned to stations and about six to the central office.

Thomas Postoffice Boston George S. Evans Post Office Chicago

Queen's Honors List Reflects Broad Peerage Elevations

London reports the 1900 year end honors with an earldom for Baron Halsbury the lord chancellor. Peerages go to Sir William Wallace Hozier and Sir Horace Brand Townsend-Farquhar. Baronetages to Sir Saul Samuel and Sir Frederick Wigan and J John William Maclure. Knightages awarded to Hon G W Burton. Companion of the Bath honors Professor Darney Thompson and J Mcleavy Brown receives CMG.

London Baron Halsbury William Wallace Hozier Lanarkshire Horace_ Brand Townsend-Farquhar West Marylebone Saul Samuel New South Wales Frederick Wigan Wigan & Co J. John William Maclure Southeast Lancashire G. W. Burton Ontario Companion of the Bath Darney Thompson British Foreign Office J. Mcleavy Brown Seoul

Bunker Hill Guards Hold Second Annual Ball at Monument Hall

The Bunker Hill Guards in Charles Town hosted a grand ball at Monument Hall, Military Division 37 of A. O. H. More than 300 couples participated in the grand march led by Major John F. Galvin and Mrs. Galvin, with 200 uniformed members. The hall featured Stars and Stripes intertwined with Erin colors, supper served, and dancing into the New Year. numerous officers and guests attended as floor directors and escorts.

Bunker Hill District Bunker Hill Guards Monument Hall Charlestown Military Division 37 Erin John F. Galvin Galvin Miss Moran J. L. Donovan Callaghan Patrick Brickley Miss Sullivan Patrick Goggin Katie Collins Thomas Wiles Misa Wiles Denis Flannagan J. O’brien Miss Herndon John Dooley Miss Powers J. O'Neil Miss Hayes Cornelius Sullivan J. J

Dames of Malta Ball At Paine Memorial Hall

The Ancient Dames of Malta held their first annual ball at Paine Memorial Hall last evening with about 800 couples in attendance. Alpha's Orchestra performed before a cotillion led by George E. Carr and Mrs A S Bliss, followed by EF Emerson and Miss B N Snow. At midnight sleigh bells signaled the new year as the party danced. Numerous distinguished guests attended, including Mr and Mrs George G Jones and Dr and Mrs W W Merrill.

Ancient Dames of Malta Paine Memorial Hall Alpha George E. Carr A. S. Bliss EF. O. Emerson B. N. Snow Bella George 8. Jones W. W. Merrill W. B. Rankin George B. Carr Georgie Reed J. Treen Edward Rose L. A. Hanscom Andrew H. Craig George F. Currier Mamie K. Drake

New Year Dance by 8S Peter and Paul Society

The New Year festival of the 8S Peter and Paul Total Abstinence and Benevolent Society was hosted last night at Odd Fellows Hall. A grand march at 9 led by J T Mahoney and partner opened an evening of supper and dancing until 2 AM with a New Year waltz and greetings among about ninety couples.

Peter and Paul's

Foresters Gather for New Year Event Led by Gabrielsen

The ceremony was led by Christian Gabrielsen with Christenia Holm assisting. Thomas Peterson, the president, wished a happy new year as lights went out at midnight. Prominent Foresters from across the state attended, including David Sousin, William Powers, J. M. Parker, P. F. McCullough, and John J. Irish, with Mrs. Peterson of the Danish Sisterhood among the guests.

Christian Gabrielsen Christenia Holm Charles Olboff Thomas Peterson The Foresters David Sousin P. CR. Court Alaska William Powers J. M. Parker Star of Boston Court Messrs P. F. McCullough John J. Irish Cambridge Mrs. Peterson

Social dance at Grand Army Hall East Boston

A social and dance hosted by Mrs. Chiverne occurred last evening at Grand Army Hall on Meridian Street in East Boston. The event was directed by Mr. T White with many attendees listed including Mrs. Chiverne's family and friends such as Miss Abbott Miss Wilson Mr. Smith and Mr. O'Brien.

Miss Walker Sadie Nolan Bertha Emma Ethel Chiverne Beaton Powers G. Snow Annie Walker Mrs. Young Miss Young W. Doherty Wilson Katie Griffin Katie Winterson Forcite Miss Forcite Miss McNulty Laurence Donovan Miss Sargent Miss Martin Dewey Mr. Garland Miss McCormick Miss Cowin T. Duganaw Mr. Mcinnes Henry White A Miss White

Algonquin Club Holds Year End Celebration

An elaborate Algonquin Clubhouse celebration closed the old year with a strong programme of vocal and instrumental music and special artists from Keith's. A collation followed the event, described as one of the best in recent years.

Algonquin Keith

Four Cambridge Watch Meetings Draw Large Crowds

Last night four watch meetings gathered in Cambridge with strong turnout at Epworth M. E. Church led by Rev. Charles F. Rice, Old Cambridge Baptist, Harvard Street M. E., St. Paul's A. M. E., led by Rev. J. W. Garden, Rev. George S. Kane, and Rev. Jesse Harroll officiating.

Cambridge Epworth M. E Charles F. Rice Old Cambridge Baptist J. W. Garden Harvard Street M. E George S. Kane St. Paul’s A. M. E Jesse Harroll

Russians stage charity party for exiled revolutionists

A Russian community in the city held a party at Unity Hall 724 Washington street last evening to raise funds for exiled revolutionists. Performances included Russian solos by Miss Lizzie Fox Miss Vera Yachner and Mr SH Slukin with readings of original poems by Mr Alexander Kahn.

Unity Hall Washington Street Lizzie Fox Vera Yachner SH. Slukin Alexander Kahn

Hotel Copley Hosts Elegant Evening Buffet

Pro prietor Risteen converted his cafe into a reception space last night and offered a tempting spread including salmon Montpelier boned turkey on aspic ham glace lobster salad a la Copley chicken salad and ices for guests.

Copley Risteen

Strike Hits Boston Theatre Over Unions and Manager

Striking stage employees at the Park and Boston Theatres refused to work after a dispute with manager Tompkins spanning over a year. A joint effort with the Typographical Union to hold a concert for unemployed printers failed, leading to the strike. The case will be reviewed by the Central Labor Union after weekend.

Tompkins Park and Boston Theatres the Boston Frompkins Tremont Theatre Boston Boston Wapoyees

Comedy of Toys at Bijou Opera House for Dorchester home

A charity performance titled Comedy of Toys by Charles Barnard was staged at the Bijou Opera House to benefit the Free Home for Consumptives in Dorchester. Queenie Campbell led as Katy with Louise McCarthy as Bibi, the toyman's daughter, and John F. Emery as the toyman. The show featured dolls in elaborate costumes, strong amateur work, and impressive mechanical effects drawing enthusiastic applause and a likely handsome net profit.

Bibi Bijou Free Home For Consumptives Dorchester Charles Barnard Queenie Campbell Katy Louise McCarthy John B. F. Emery

Dissatisfaction With Lady Henry Somerset at WCTU Chosen

Toronto reports The Mail Empire notes rising dissatisfaction after Lady Henry Somerset's re election as vice president of the World W C T U. Following the resignations of Jessie Butler and Mrs. Cole, a Montreal union vote condemns the world executive. Mrs L M Noyes urges Canadian women to sever ties with those advocating compromise with sin.

Toronto Mail Empire Henry Somerset Purity Department Josephine Butler Cole Dominion Montreal L. M. Noyes Lady Somerset

Tragic Train Death In Baker Park Area

Charles J. Blaney 62, married, of 30 Baker Park off East Cottage street, was killed last evening while waiting on the New England railroad tracks near his home. He was struck by the Kneeland street line train departing at 6:42, his body projected about fifty feet. The body was taken to City Hospital morgue for examination by Medical Examiner Draper.

Charles J. Blaney Baker Park East Cottage Street New England Railroad Blaney Kneeland Street City Hospital Draper

Weiser Davis Event Promises Temple Appearance

Weiser Davis, known as the late Btoody and Sankey, is set to begin an event in People’s Temple tomorrow evening. The obscure prompt hints at a blended schedule and a focus on prominent figures connected to the temple and past associations.

Weiser Davis Btoody and Sankey People's Temple

John Bryant Dead Charlestown Assessor Helper Dies

John Bryant a long time Charlestown resident and former assistant assessor died at 170 Bunker Hill Street after a ten day illness from enlargement of the heart. Born July 7, 1810, he served in Company E, Forty-fourth Massachusetts and was active in local politics. Funeral Monday at 1 PM at his home with Abraham Linggin Post 112 G. A. R. conducting.

John Bryant Charlestown Rolding Ward 6 Bunker Hill Street Mr. Bryant Hanover Street North End Lagrange Abraham Linggin Post 112

Sunday Religious Services Across Boston Churches

A wide list of Sunday services across Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Unitarian, and SpirituaI churches. Includes mornings, afternoons, and evening programs with pastors, special speakers, choir offerings, communion, Sunday schools, revival meetings, and New Year services at venues such as First Baptist Commonwealth Avenue Wood, Tremont Temple, Park Street Church, Old South Church, Berkeley Temple, People’s Temple, Tremont Temple M E, Noxbury Presbyterian, First Presbyterian Columbus Ave, Parker Memorial, Gospel of Spirit Return Society, Boston SpirituaI Temple, and Union Religious Meetings. Names include Rev Nathaniel Wood, Rev M R Deming, Rev Henry Varley, Rev Dr Brady, Rev John D Pickles, Rev Scott Hershey, and others. events feature special music, organ recitals, and youth gatherings.

Christ Church Salem Street Charles Jewell Tremont Temple Lorimer Lorimer Hall Barnes Deming H. A. Mabie Park Street Church Henry Varley John McElwain Clarendon Street Church G. C. Needham F. L. Chapelle The Baptist Tabernacle Bowdoin Square Walter Calley M. E Temple Street Perin M. J. Montague Ebenezer Baptist Church West Springfield Street Isaac Allen Charles Street D. P. Roberts Grace Temple Baptist Church Revere Street M. E Messrs. Banks Lucas Twelfth Baptist Society A. W. Adams S. F. Dickson Russell Street P. Spreng Evangelical Messenger of Cleveland J. N. Short Cambridge Joshua Gill Church of the Immaculate Conception Donizetti Miss Westerwell McCannon Herrick Lon F. Brine Thomas Magennis St. Thomas's Church Jamaica Plain Whiting Y First Baptist Church Commonwealth Avenue Nathan BE Wood D. D Ashman Brass Sargent M. R. Deming Cordia'ly Park Street Evangelistic Association of New England Union Bible International Sunday Smith Baker Boston Old South Church Third Church George A. Gordon Berkeley Temple Charles A. Dickinson Emerson College Christian Endeavor Marie Kanla Stone Dr. Dickinson People's Temple Columbus Avenue Berkeley Street Grace Weise Davis Lady Moody and Sankey Gipsy Smith Moody Sankey Whitney Grace Carter Temple Grace Weiser Davis Dr. Brady Tremont Street Concord and Tremont Streets John D. Pickles Epworth League H. C. McBride New York Noxbury Presbyterian Church Warren and Woodbine Streets J. Dunlop First Presbyterian Church Berkeley Streets Scott F. Hershey Unitarian Parker Memorial Benevolent Fraternity of Churches Berkeley Appleton Streets BE. Hale Mabelle Monaghan Eben H. Bailey Gospel OF Spirit Return Society Minnie M. Soule Appleton Hall Appleton Street Paine Memorial RE. D. Concannon William W. Reed M. R. Goff Margaret L. Shepherd Amos Court Bristol Eng Paine Memorial Hall People’s Temple Tillman B Johnson Lynn America Johnson UNION Benjamin Fay Mills Music Hall Theodore Gordon Jerusalem Gallia Gounod Viola Campbell Waterhouse Simper Potter Watson Ford Mendelssohn Association Hall Young Men's Christian Association Boylston Hospitaller Sunday Institute Park Square Latham Christadelphians Arcade Hall Christ

Reverend Benjamin Fay Mills to preach Sundays at Music Hall

The committee announces arrangements with Rev. Benjamin Fay Mills to preach each Sunday evening at 7 15 at Music Hall until May. The public is cordially invited and admission is free. Also advertised is a talk on the medical cure of the heart by former patients of the B B PF Club in the hall adjoining the Washington Sanitarium at 404 Washington Bacon Mansion.

Benjamin Fay Mills Music Hall Pai Harit J B. B. of PF. Club We Wa'acon Nalon Sanitarium Waahingter Bacon Mansion Dtelephoer BO

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